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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1897
Page
5
A December 19th fragment discusses truth’s momentary power and its lack of lasting influence. It notes memory as unreliable and asserts contentment amid adversity. It also mocks moral duties and includes social remarks on London’s reaction to Henry White’s embassy role.
The writer argues that wealthy widows should not be sent abroad to be courted by foreigners, noting many worthy poor widowers locally. The piece contends it would be unwise political policy for President McKinley to export rich widows for such romantic outreach.
A risqué scene is described atop the State House dome in Topeka where lovers kiss 250 feet above ground away from crowds. The piece notes the action draws no interference from laughing boys or teasing youths watching with field glasses.
Criminologists warn indirect suggestion can incite crime and a French writer examines homicidal mania sparked by assassination imagery. The piece argues newspapers exaggerate crime and broad reporting now makes sensational narratives pervasive, urging readers to skip detailed crime stories.
Consul-General Max Judd reports Vienna plans to raise the glucose duty to 15 florins in gold per 100 kilograms, aimed at American syrup. American syrup, landed in Hamburg at 12.50 marks per 100 kilograms, faces about $6.40 total cost versus a 38.44 florin local trust price, risking loss of markets.
Prof Thomas Chamberlin argues that science provides no positive proof of an afterlife yet cannot disprove it. The reflection suggests seeking knowledge of the future beyond science. The piece then notes the Princess de Chimay’s rumored $8000 weekly income and jokes about a generous gift to a prince.
Marshalltown, April 9. A Marshall county grand jury returns a true bill against officers of the Equitable Produce and Stock Exchange and the Consolidated Produce and Stock Exchange of Chicago, plus two Marshalltown operators J. H. Cole and A. J. Clark. Indictment aims to curb bucket shop manipulation and could close many Iowa offices. John Hill Jr. leads Civic Federation backing the cases.
In Des Moines Judge Holmes rules that each saloon must annually obtain new consent petitions from nearby property owners, post new bonds, and secure annual city council consent resolutions. Saloonkeepers must comply within twenty days or face potential prosecutions, a ruling that could affect all saloons across Iowa.
Burns and Dan S McLeod agreed to a $1000 side world championship match to be held in Davenport or Rock Island on May 6. Burns backs favor Davenport, catch as catch can format, two falls out of three. McLeod carried the articles to Chicago for backers’ approval.
A 4 year old daughter of Charles Mote of East Second and Market streets was struck by a runaway team while playing in the road. She suffered a broken leg and severe injuries to her face before a doctor arrived. she died shortly after.
Ottumwa reports winter wheat in Iowa will be about one quarter of last year. Des Moines river valley from Ottumwa to Keokuk grows nearly all the crop. Wa pello, Davis, Van Buren, Lee and Jefferson counties produced about 200000 bushels last year, with Wa pello at 60000. Grain killed by late snows reduces this year’s sowing and expected yield.
Elvin D. Smith of Cudahy Packing Company killed his wife claiming self defense. He went to the house to confront Grant Allen, alleging criminal relations with her. A door opened and she fired first. Smith says he returned fire. He bears bullet wounds in both hands and Allen was absent.
Des Moines April 8 a supreme court ruling held that the Voluntary Relief association run by the Chicago Burlington and Quincy railroad serves its members and the road. Members receiving full benefits cannot sue the railroad for damages after accepting relief payments. the Temple amendment targeted this association.
Boston April 8 The battleship Iowa the last premium built battleship of the navy earned $200 000 for her builders Messrs Wm Cramp Son of Philadelphia by averaging seventeen knots an hour over the four hour speed trial off the Massachusetts coast The Iowa proved superior to the Indiana and Massachusetts and is hailed as the queen of the American navy
The Tarr family home tale ends as their daughter admits concealing birth and hiding the baby under a bed, passing it to a porch, and finally discarding it in a well to hide the shame.
Des Moines April 10 A mass meeting of Polk district miners approved a plan to set a uniform coal price of 75 cents for all coal mined in the district. Some miners are striking until operators guarantee the 75 cent rate.
John Patrick Murphy, the tramp alleged to have received a confession from Eckerlebe regarding Mina Keil's murder, escaped Maquoketa’s Jackson county jail and remains at large.
Miss Clara Holland aged 18 fatally shot when a shotgun went off as her father Arlington Holland removed it from a closet in New London. The incident occurred in the family home and is being investigated.
Des Moines moves to impeach Police Judge Phillips for misconduct and missing funds. A coroner’s jury in Seymour rules murder after a 20 year old man’s body, Wm N Sergent, is found in a coal shaft. Anticipated conflict as tramps fled with money. Ottumwa notes Henry county farmer Arthur Courtney’s guilty pleas on grand larceny indictments. accomplice Sam Earhart to receive two years. Coal miners strike across multiple companies in Keb and Chisholm, Avery, Cedar Mines. industry braces for closures. 600 workers idle. orders cut from 70 to 60 cents.
Apr 6 to 10 reports from Constantinople Athens and surrounding areas describe ships carrying smokeless powder to Salonica, a divided council on command in the international fleet, Greek resistance and Crete options, and rising Turkish expectations. Brigand incursions into Exassona Macedonia prompt Turkish relief orders as fighting continues with Greek forces involved.
Warrants for the arrest of Globe Savings Bank officials Charles W. Spaulding A D Averill and C K E Churchill were sworn by Frank E Stone before Justice W T Hall. A complaint charging embezzlement was drawn up against the bank officers.
Four thousand workers were laid off as the Illinois Steel Company closed its south Chicago works to head off a wage scale strike. Officials took the action tonight amid worker dissatisfaction and hiring freezes.
General Ruiz Rivera and Col. Bacellao arrive by train at Rigla and are conveyed to Cabana fortress. Both officers appear in excellent spirits and proceed with their schedule amid official ceremony.
A black resident in Hogansville Georgia uncovers sixteen thousand dollars in gold coins buried beneath stones. The cache appears left by thieves. Elsewhere rural Germany sees "Pay weddings" practice where guests pay a set fee to fund the couple’s home. A Chicago man who studies patron convenience rents burglars tools to customers and drops them near the crime scene.
The New York Herald reports Porto Rico has risen against Spain. Doctor Julio Henna, head of the Porto Rican revolutionary committee, says fighting began in Yauco and Adjuntas. The island's 955000 population includes 70000 native Spaniards and reforms promised by Spain are criticized as ineffective.
Rumors from local boxing circles suggest a renewed Corbett versus Fitzsimmons bout in New York under Horton boxing law. Reportedly Fitzsimmons may not retire and both fighters would share receipts and gain profits from privileges including the kinetoscope feature.
The Navy Department received a single irregular bid from Illinois Steel Co of Chicago to supply 8000 tons of armor for the battleships Illinois Wisconsin and Alabama at 260 dollars per ton with a 20 year contract and 240 dollars per ton for remainder paid in gold. A government plant option exists and no award yet. congress likely to decide. If awarded it would employ over 3000 workers with a monthly payroll near 500000 dollars. The armor cost must stay under 300 dollars per ton per recent act.
Hon. W. J. Bryan was injured as the piazza caved in while he spoke at Avens Tine. About 400 people fell roughly 20 feet, with many injured but none fatally. Bryan was carried to a physician's office unconscious but assessed as not seriously hurt.
Secretary Sherman said General Rivera the insurgent leader would not be shot but treated as a prisoner of war. The assurance came amid confirmation of Rivera’s capture on the insurgent side.
The Greater New York charter is sent back to the legislature with the disapproval of the mayors of New York and Brooklyn.
The New York Senate approved an anti cartoon bill banning newspapers from publishing a person’s portrait without consent which could affect editorial and news images statewide.
In Cincinnati the George G. Otte companys carpet store on Fourth street near Race street burned down within two hours. Stock valued at 300000 and insured for 150000 plus building loss bring total to about 400000. No further details given.
Cairo Illinois endures 24 hour rain causing street flooding and closed shops for six to seven weeks. Officials purchase a 1,000,000 ration per hour pump that arrived Thursday but cannot run for days. Relief awaits river levels to fall seven to eight feet before sewers operate.
Washington April 10 The secretary of war adjusted relief details for flooded districts adding Memphis New Orleans and St Louis as purchase points Rations and medicine will be placed on boats under an army officer supervision Forage and stores may be authorized to support cattle and horses on levees and high ground if Congress amends the resolution to allow further supplies.
Des Moines reports the senate and house work through April focusing on insurance and revenue bills. Key actions include amendments to policy validity grounds, assessor value provisions, and the Temple railroad amendment. final days see building and loan controls, city town bills, and bridge fund division compromises.
Heavy rainfall again washes over Alton and surrounding areas as the Mississippi rises and backwater from the Missouri reaches the region. Officials warn of a twenty five foot flood stage and multiple railroad landslides prompt special trains to stabilize tracks near the city.
The river rose six inches since Wednesday and stands fifteen feet above low water, near the 1881 flood mark. Several families in the bottoms evacuate as farm lands flood steadily.
The Missouri River reached within four inches of the danger mark at 6 o clock last night in Kansas City Missouri. Weather observer predicts the river will stay level for two days and many river men expect a steady rise after that as conditions develop.
In Grand Forks North Dakota on April 10 the ice surged toward the city endangering property and the Minnesota Point bridge. Workers used dynamite to blast ice jams and avert total destruction of the bridge.
Dubuque Iowa records rising waters with the river over fourteen feet above low water. Families living on flats prepare for evacuation as flood risk increases.
The Missouri river is rising at Chamberlain 8. D. at about a foot every three hours. It now stands seven feet above low water and one and a half feet below the highest level seen in six or seven years.
Advices from Washington on April 10 report General Luis Rivera wounded near Havana is not in a serious condition. The Spanish minister said the Spanish government and General Weyler never contemplated executing Rivera and that no plan to shoot him existed.
The judiciary apportionment bill was recalled to second reading and an amendment meeting Governor Tanner's wishes in his home circuit was stricken. The amendment moved Clay and Jasper counties from the fourth to the fifth circuit. The bill then returned to third reading.
A farmer from Stangfield Ontario was splitting wood when a wood splinter struck an eye and caused total blindness in both eyes. The report notes local conditions and mentions other topics including Berlin’s bird catcher and various European sunshine statistics.
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