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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1897
Page
4
The Ames Times comments on rising bean prices, potential casus belli from Turkey insult to Russia's consul, and a wary view of European belligerence. It mentions electric lights at Flandreau Indian school and praises Sarah Hudnut of Indianapolis for returning a large estate to a divorced heir, noting her honesty.
A Victorian critique argues curricula neglect physical health and calls for reform. The Brooklyn High School girls face a body wellbeing movement led by a medical society with calls for similar actions in other cities.
Two New York Supreme Court justices rebuked grand juries for failing to perform their duties. One panel refused to indict a violator of the state excise law due to local prejudice. The other case let a defaulting county official escape punishment because of high social connections. The article argues the jury system protects justice but warned of decadence turning it into an instrument of injustice.
A column extols hearty laughter as healthful, boosting circulation and organ function. It asserts upbeat people attract friends and enjoy life’s best rewards, citing familiar adages that echo the idea of shared mirth and companionship.
The Geological Department of Ottawa reports the total mineral value nearly doubles from 1895. Coal grows mainly in Nova Scotia while British Columbia drops. copper falls in Ontario but rises in Quebec. gold increases in Nova Scotia Ontario and British Columbia leads in gains. iron ore declines across provinces except Ontario.
Miss Caldwell of Boston urges women to keep their ages secret praising American women for not sharing their years. She cautions that from this day forward no woman should disclose her age.
A Minnesota legislator introduces a bill to appropriate 11500 dollars for a phrenological commission to examine residents heads free of charge. The measure aims to survey skull shapes and mental faculties, reflecting 19th century scientific beliefs.
Lew Kellihan, Rock Rapids, Ind., stands trial in Fairmount Minnesota for the shooting death of George R Thornburn, cashier of the Bank of Sherburne. Kellihan offered guilty pleas for life. the county attorney chose to proceed on the merits. Kellihan is defended by H G McMillan Wy Rock Rapids. He previously saved McMillan’s daughter from drowning after skating accident.
City of Des Moines seeks recovery of 5800 allegedly paid to ex City Clerk Kooker for incidentals by contractors. Two suits filed against Kooker and bondsmen Shope and Kooker for 3000 and Ellyson and Kooker for 2800, with bondsmen liable up to 1000 each.
Des Moines reports Director J. R Sage of the Iowa Weather and Crop Service expects a big crop as farmers plant spring wheat. With winter wheat acreage under 22.3 million acres, sowing may push into late March or early April if weather cooperates, otherwise an alternative crop would be sown.
Mrs Christian Mangus sues in district court for separate support and alimony claiming cruel treatment and fear for her life. She asserts her father placed her with Mangus to control his brewery and seeks use of the homestead and 500 dollars monthly.
Iowa Attorney General Remley issues opinion against sheriffs accepting rewards for arrests. The ruling, submitted to Governor Drake, centers on the Davidson case where both the sheriff and another claimant vie for a state reward.
Ewing Woods son of George Woods of Belinda suffered a serious accident when he carried half a pound of powder from a store to a wagon. The powder ignited and exploded burning and shattering his face. Doctors fear loss of sight but expect overall recovery.
Mason City on March 25 reports the petition to establish a mulct saloon failed by 56 signatures. The law requires 50 percent of last general election voters, equal to 722 names, though 800 signed. Officials struck 124 petitions for irregularities, leaving the effort short.
Governor Drake names William L LeLand of Hawarden Sioux County to serve three years on the board of pharmacy commissioners beginning April 23 1897.
Fire and water heavily damaged M Reigel man and Co's wholesale and retail millinery house in Des Moines. The stock valued at 150000 dollars, with insurance coverage of 80000 dollars.
Orval McPherson, convicted of murdering Marshal Finley at Morning Sun, was sentenced to life imprisonment at Ft. Madison penitentiary.
Des Moines brakeman McGrath was caught between a car and shute while coupling on the C. G. W. line and terribly hurt with slim chances of recovery. His family resides in the south.
Des Moines city council passes an ordinance barring children under fifteen from streets after 8 p m in winter and 9 p m in summer unless accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Five Penrod children died in a Laddsdale fire near the Wapello Davis county line. Harry 10 John 8 Minerva 6 Ross 4 Blaine 3 perished. two others survived briefly after being pulled from the burning home by their father who burned himself saving them. a church service nearby preceded the disaster.
Orrumwa March 6 Jake Werner 25 a German farmer was shot and killed near Eddyville by John Steele. The feud over a line fence escalated after a recent provoke rence with revolvers. Werner fell from two breast wounds as Steele stood and fired, then surrendered with his three sons. Steele an longtime Monroe county settler was arrested. both men were regarded as good citizens.
World reaction to a Pacific blockade of Crete spans London Paris and Constantinople as Greece Turkey and Armenia clash. Reports from Athens and Istanbul describe continued warlike moves and the sultan's warnings to power nations.
Mrs Mary Novak wife of missing Frank Novak of Walford petitions Benton county district court to appoint Joe Novak Iowa City a brother as administrator. She states Frank died February 3 1897 and lists the homestead store stock of Novak Jolik burned and about 100 dollars in personal property.
Samuel Earhart, hired man for Arthur Courtney, convicted of theft, testifies Courtney once plotted to kill neighbor Leslie Carron who uncovered Courtney's crimes and sought Earhart's aid.
A basement fire at Cullen's dry goods in Ottumwa destroys the store and stock valued at 50 000 dollars while Prugh Co. loses 15 000 and Meek's dry goods 15 000 and Donlan Co. 30 000. John B Fidlar, Davenport banker, shoots himself in the temple amid financial troubles. Three Mercy hospital workers survive collapse during demolition in Iowa City.
Washington reports Spain on the edge of defeat in Cuba as insurgents hold two thirds of the island. Weyler fails in the east, Spanish troops are poorly fed and unpaid, and Spain's treasury is empty. Rebellions in Cuba and the Philippines cost 12 to 15 million monthly, with autonomy talks and debt guarantees likely before any Cuba independence.
Long Beach New Jersey life saving station crew rescued thirty five persons from the Clyde line steamer Saginaw ashore a mile and a half from the station during a rough sea with northeast wind and fog. A passenger was among the saved and officials expect the vessel to float at the next high tide.
Caicado March 25. High railroad officials expect within days that no rate setting associations will remain in the country after a Supreme Court decision declares them illegal. The oldest such organization must break up, with no escape loophole. Railroad legal advisers note disintegration has already begun as members leave.
John E. Searles secretary and treasurer of the sugar trust tours Colorado to inspect land for irrigation and sugar beet production. He plans a 100 mile canal and a beet sugar plant at Trinipap with an estimated investment around 4 million dollars to build a large beet industry.
Lixacotnx Nebraska March 25 Ex State Auditor Eugene Moore was arraigned before Judge Cochran for a preliminary hearing He pleaded not guilty waived examination and was bound over to the district court in bail of 10000 dollars
Senate Quay introduced a bill by request to authorize the president to employ men suddenly thrown out of work including so called tramps in the construction of public works.
A massive uncut diamond valued at about 2.5 million dollars arrived in London from Kimberly South Africa. A Baltimore & Ohio train jumped the tracks near Oakland Maryland and plunged into the Youghiogheny River. all but one passenger were rescued and about a dozen injured.
Washington reports the House passed two leftover appropriations the Agricultural bill totaling 5,183,902 and Indian bill 87,280 while striking out a lands provision in Utah. Senate nominees Bristow Herman Timme Miller await confirmation. Tariff debate, civil service actions, and amendments dominate sessions from March 2 to 26.
A treaty concluded between Pretor nia and South Africa grants citizens of each state a franchise in the other republic and pledges mutual support in case of attack. The accord must be ratified by both legislatures.
An act approved March 3 1897 tightens the patent process to one year for completing applications. A Des Moines inventor seeks a patent for a rapid electric transmission method and apparatus for conveying descriptions and pictures over a line. Questions on patent infringement fines and remedies note suits for injunctions and damages, with profits lost as damages and possible imprisonment for contempt. Hawkeye practice extends to other states with patent services offered by Thomas G. and J Ralph Orwin, solicitors of patents.
In Minneapolis a robber dared a gentleman, leveled a pistol at his heart, but a well filled pocket book halted the shot saving a life. In Tampa milkmen milk cows publicly and a Cuban town custom and a Chicago man jokes after paying a marriage license fee.
Des Moines reports March 20 to 26 describe Senate and House actions on criminal procedure bills, amendments on vagrants and bands, and measures affecting medicine practice, pharmacy boards, fish and game laws, and railroad salaries. Key votes and reports address printing costs, state printer pricing, and school for deaf. reforms target punishment for Kelley army sections and building and loan associations. The period notes administrative details, rejections, and minor changes with several measures advancing.
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