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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1898
Page
3
The American Society of Professors of Dancing announces the dizzy and mazy waltz is out of fashion. Going forward, empty arm dancing will be the value in terpsi chorean activities.
The Prince of Wales is hailed as Britain’s champion violator on 75 occasions in his role. He also holds a unique record by serving as godfather to both the Duke of Marlborough and his infant heir, making him godfather to father and son.
The text notes animals that reportedly never swallow water. It cites Patagonia llamas and some Far East gazelles, a parrot that lived 52 years in London without drinking, and claims hares may drink only dew from grass.
Boaxrpixe house keepers will rejoice as the war with Spain will not cut off prunes. California orchards cover 55,000 acres and yield an 84,000 ton drop this year. Next year 00,000 more acres will bear, with a 100,000 ton green prune crop prophesied for the first year of the next century.
The article claims Port Leo XIII amassed more wealth during his papacy than any earlier pope. It notes Pius IX gathered 10 million dollars, a figure seen as large, while Leo allegedly accumulated twice that amount. Much of the funds are said to be in the Bank of England with the rest in other European banks.
Djihan Begum, a woman about fifty years old, reigns over Hindoo vas gal state of Bhopal as its smallest monarch. Though diminutive in size, she governs a people over a million strong with quiet order and authority.
The text notes agitation among patriots in Cuba over a presidential choice as a leader to replace Spanish rule. It highlights Dr Pleuterio Betrances, a Paris based savant and oculist, born in Porto Rico, famed as a surgeon and writer, as a leading candidate.
Express Evizapets refused protection by detectives and evaded them upon noticing them. Seven Austrian detectives trailed her into Switzerland but stayed at Gilon as she proceeded to Geneva. Her majesty frequently complained of Swiss security measures. On the day of the assassination she left the hotel by a side door to escape wing detectives.
Lorvaxa, ruler of Barotse Land, is revered and feared by his people. His court mirrors Louis XIV in etiquette. Lumaka leads a courtly pageantry while musicians perform day and night to drive away evil spirits. Lumaka appears in a long blue gown with red trim, matching attire, and a scarlet nightcap under a black hat.
Ba Aom Sampson will receive about $100000, Adm. Dewey about $9000, and Adm. Schley about $5000 less than some captains. Seamen, including the men behind the guns, expect $30 to $200 or $800 depending on pay and ships’ prizes.
A new French quick firing field gun, recently shown in army maneuvers, is hailed as the most advanced since smokeless powder. Batteries with the 3d army corps near Chalons, under Gen Jamont, demonstrated awe inspiring destructive power in live projectile tests against wooden screens representing arm defending companies.
From Lucerne Switzerland word reports slow but steady restoration of the famous Chateau of Chillon on Lake Geneva. The work preserves original style and coloring with minute care. The hall nearly finished and the 1439 ceiling by Ayma met Corniaux receives careful cleaning and preservation.
The commission to investigate the Spanish War era War Department met at the White House with President McKinley pledging no limit to the inquiry and promising full cooperation. Members include Dodge Sexton Howell Wilson Denby Woodbury Beaver Cook and Dr Cramer. The president urged a complete probe to uncover any neglect or malfeasance and to prosecute wrongdoers. The next day the panel held a closed session outlining policy and scheduling two daily sessions.
About 500 pension applications from the Spanish American War era have been filed at the pension office. The scope includes widows and injury claims. Commissioner Evans plans to create a new division to adjudicate these cases swiftly.
President McKinley endorses a plan for American school children to present a La Fayette monument to the French republic at the Paris exposition. The proposal aligns with national commemorations and official support from the White House.
A tornado unleashed Monday afternoon in Tonawanda New York unroofing buildings blowing down barns and wrecking fences. Several people were injured and property damage is estimated at 100000 dollars.
Springfield Sept. 28 The Illinois conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church in session at Charleston approved by a 240 to 1 vote a plan for equal lay representation.
The New England Loan and Trust company, based in Des Moines, Iowa, is placed in receivership with heavy liabilities. The home office is in Des Moines.
Buffalo announced man Charles W. Woodruff is jailed on bigamy charges. He reportedly married more than 50 women since 1855. The case centers on multiple nuptials spanning decades in New York.
Washington reports the president has accepted Gen Stewart L. Woodford resignation from the post of minister to Spain. The move ends his duties in Madrid and clears the diplomatic post.
General Miller assumes command in San Francisco to lead reinforcements for Manila. Lawton reports improved health among American troops at Santiago. Luzon still contested with seven Spanish seaports in Albay. Aguinaldo seeks recognition of Philippine independence abroad. Miles reorganizes volunteers into corps and brigades as Spain faces reality in Madrid. Evacuation of Cuba urged with readiness for occupation.
In Flora Indiana on September 28 robbers blew open the Farmers bank safe and fled with more than 13000 dollars after seriously wounding owner W. H. Lenon. A man named J A Dignan has been arrested as one of the burglars.
London's Daily Chronicle dispatch from Tien-tsin reports the emperor sparked a crisis by issuing an edict that forbids pig tails and enforces Western dress for officials, provoking unrest and resistance.
A train plunged through a trestle near Dallas Texas injuring 26 people and killing Judge G W Davis of Oak Cliff. The tragedy occurred as the train crossed the damaged trestle prompting emergency responses from local authorities. Authorities investigated the trestle condition and rescue operations continued at the scene.
In Havana on September 27 the remains of Christopher Columbus were exhumed at nine o’clock with Gen. Blanco and church officials present. The ashes were placed in a zinc case in the cathedral sacristy and a public guard established. Remains had rested since January 19, 1796 after being moved from Santo Domingo where the island was ceded to France.
Corbett cancels his fight with McCoy in Buffalo North Carolina. Lieutenant Governor M C Cameron of the Northwest territories dies in London Ontario. Ex chief justice Sir John Allen dies in Fredericton at 81. French cabinet to revise Dreyfus trial. Nicaraguan canal route survey finished. Allegheny bank Clifton Forge VA closes with 50000 liabilities. Dr John F Isom dies in Cleveland at 67. R P Bishop renominated in Michigan Ninth district. Coal mine deaths at Nanticoke PA. Lynching in Mountain City Tennessee. Martha B breaks Wichita two year pacing record 1 04. Joseph Terrell hanged in Charlottesville Virginia. Mrs Rose Sanger and daughter die from illuminating gas in Milwaukee. Illinois state fair draws thousands of veterans.
The article notes a Spanish plan to erect a grand monument and mausoleum for Columbus in Havana, funded by a Cuban budget, but the sculpture by Lusillo and the mausoleum by Melida have not arrived. Circumstances around the four hundredth anniversary altered plans, likely relocating the works to Spain as national treasures.
In response to inquiries from small capitalists, Gen. Wood warns not to come to Santiago as there are currently no facilities for property transfers. He says after that time there will be many opportunities for the use of brains and capital.
Fort Worth Texas September 28 Reverend G E Morrison pastor of the Methodist Episcopal church at Panhandle City was found guilty of murdering his wife by poison on October 10 1897 and faces the death penalty.
A tornado swept over Lima Ohio on September 26 causing immense damage. Elmer Baty was crushed to death and about fifty others injured with two fatalities reported.
In Williamsburg Kentucky on September 27 a boiler explosion at a local sawmill killed Van Cloyd and Ike Shoup and seriously wounded Joan Bryant. The accident occurred at the mill near town. Emergency crews responded to the scene.
The text notes a burned barn near Fairfax Minnesota where two children and three horses died in the fire. It mentions the president and four cabinet members leaving Washington on October 10 for the Omaha exposition. Other items include a Fifth Ohio district GOP nominee E M Wilcox and Democrat Samuel Meekison, the death of William Walton in Hamilton West Virginia, the death of John M Toucey at Fishkill Landing New York, and a Missouri Pacific express robbery near Leeds Missouri.
Des Moines schedules Seniom Sed carnival, Mondamin carnival in Sioux City, and Seeerat carnival in Cedar Rapids from Sept 28 to Oct 8. Combined attendance expected near 100000 as crowds converge on Des Moines, Sioux City, and Cedar Rapids.
Francis Funk of Milwaukee was accidentally shot and killed while duck hunting with Adam Mudler in Pewaukee Wisconsin. Mudler attempted to move position and his shotgun discharged striking Funk.
A congress of mothers under the national organization will be held in Omaha October 8 9 and 10 by invitation of the Trans Mississsippi exposition. All interested in the movement are invited to attend.
By the foundering of the lighter Monitor in St Marys river Joseph Prior William Corbier John Robare and Emanuel Robare of Sault Ste Marie and John Mo oey of Day City were drowned.
Grinnell schedules include games with Minnesota Monmouth Upper Iowa Iowa and Drake with Lincoln and Des Moines dates. Ames lineup features Rush Medical Nebraska Kansas Minnesota Drake and Iowa with Iowa City matchups. Iowa State U adds Knox Alumni Upper Iowa Rush Medical Ames Grinnell and a Nebraska clash Council Bluffs.
The Atlantic Canning Company closed its season packing over 3.5 million cans of corn and 0.5 million cans of peas, the largest pack by any factory. About 700 freight cars moved annually with over $50,000 paid in freight. average 325 workers earned around $15,000. The season used 2,800 acres of corn, yielding 8,000 tons at four to five dollars per ton, totaling over $30,000. Most produce goes to the Pacific coast with shipments to China Australia and the East Indies.
At the Des Moines Methodist Episcopal conference closing in Creston Gov Shaw spoke on Christianity’s civilizing influence. Appointments announced include W W Ramsey Atlantic district and J H Senseney Des Moines district, with Simpson College leaders and Garrett Institute faculty listed among attendees.
Attorney General Remley issued an opinion at Captain Fleming’s request on where inmates of state institutions are considered residents. Except for Knoxville home for the blind, inmates remain residents of their sending counties. discharged convicts regain their original residence, and insane patients are residents of the county that sent them.
Miss Thompson and Lieut Lincoln unite in marriage at the bride’s parents home in Ames. Rev Wynn of the Episcopal church officiates. Lincoln son of Brig. Gen. James R. Lincoln on a 30 day furlough after service in the Twenty Fourth regiment. Lincoln to be ordered to Lake City or Cuba with his unit.
Prof. Van Meter died after a dangerous dive into a 40 foot water tank at Belle Plaine. He struck the water and sustained severe internal injuries, was pulled from the tank semiparalyzed, and efforts to revive him failed.
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