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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1898
Page
9
The piece argues for a coming era of prosperity as shipbuilders prepare war vessels. It suggests Senator Mason should oppose a Spanish editor if needed. It notes Orient powers scrutinizing a China label and calls the nation to support Cuba using Grant’s wartime motto.
The note discusses Lillian Russell possibly performing in Berlin and jokes about a German husband. It also quips about prepositions and a customs case sentence. It notes judges in three states upholding a man’s right to kill the destroyer of his home, viewing public sentiment as an imperfect guide to law.
The piece portrays New York society embracing black performers while ignoring the oppression faced by Black people in the South, where they are shot by "the best people" for holding office, illustrating a cynical double standard.
A young man recounts being rejected four times by his beloved and, on a fifth attempt with a sharp blow to her ears, wins a reluctant consent as she weeps and says yes. The piece notes such men are often dangerous and suggests restraint before marriage.
Supreme Court Justice Harlan delivers an opinion upholding Kansas laws that ban transporting Texas fever cattle into the state and provide civil damages for violations. The Missouri Kansas and Texas Railway Company challenge these laws as unconstitutional and preempted by federal protections for domestic cattle.
The French novelist M. Zola faced a harsh sentence for an utterance libel conviction. He protested the taking of a man’s liberty and a fair trial, claiming he had no defense and that the trial was a disgrace to a civilized nation. He stood for right and may be vindicated.
Reports from across the nation show depleted wheat stocks in farmers hands and rising prices. The northwest cannot meet Minneapolis mills demand prompting potential Chicago shipments. Prices climb abroad with Europe reducing duties and Russian stocks at a record low. analysts foresee the US feeding the world for months as farmers hope for highs near 1.25 to 1.50 a bushel.
Clement Scott faces backlash over remarks about actors and actresses. He says he was tired when he spoke and that the apology is accepted. Professionals call for a fuller retraction to satisfy public demand.
In Cedar Falls on Main street Col. W. H. McClure a 60 year old attorney renewed a long standing feud with Every Conklin. He bought a revolver to kill Conklin and opened fire but missed. Officer Rehbeck detained him and he admitted intent to kill.
Captain Flynn announces the Governor's Greys are eager for war and ready to depart within hours if hostilities resume. The unit ranks highest among state military companies and was the first to offer services at the Civil War outbreak in 1861, with a noted role at Wilson's Creek.
Des Maines April 15 reports two new leprosy cases. Carrie Peterson near Graettinger has tuberculous leprosy. A Norwegian resident of Ridgeway is described as fingerless and toeless with the nervous form. A second patient is bedbound at his parents home, with the leprosy type not specified.
Captain Fleming records a Cedar Valley ex-saloonkeeper jailed for liquor sales seeking executive clemency. He promises to repay the state by enlisting in the army if clemency is granted, while facing possible extended confinement in county jail.
Toll keeper S. Toll in Clinton was assaulted between 1 and 2 am as a masked robber and two accomplices entered the toll house. The assailants struck, choked, and searched Toll taking his money while he lay dazed and bruised.
Cedar Faris April 17 Colonel W. H. McClure waived preliminary hearing before Justice Knapp and was bound over on a charge of assault with intent to commit a felony Conklin. The elderly attorney admits wrongdoing in attempting Conklin’s life but asserts Conklin deserved death and would likely face the same provocation again.
Fred Gilbert of Spirit Lake Iowa defeated Frank Parmalee of Omaha 88 of 100 birds at Watsons park Caicaco April 15. Parmalee scored 82 as Gilbert defended the Dupont cup and $100 stakes amid windy conditions.
Expora April 15. D C Torrence of Eldora, missing over a week, was found dead in his apartments. No marks of violence observed, believed to have died of heart failure.
Burlington April 14. The grand jury began investigating the murder of Mrs. Rathburn and her daughter from January. Abe Storms is imprisoned in Anamosa penitentiary. The mob leaders who surrounded the jail February 9 to lynch Storms will also be examined.
Des Moines April 14 Governor Shaw appointed Charles H. Kelly of Forest City as the new district judge in the Twelfth district pending confirmation.
A Rock Island freight wreck between Libertyville and Fairfield leaves three engineers and crew dead, with several others injured. The head-on collision involved an extra northbound freight failing to meet the local at Libertyville, cars hurled into a deep cut, four miles west of Fairfield. The deceased were Charles Dibble engineer Albert F Blosser fireman and Watterson head brakeman, all residents of Elden.
April 16 Audubon Corn Exchange Bank was hit with powerful explosives that wrecked the big safe. The robbers fled before stealing any money. A famous safe cracker known as Providence Shorty was arrested, with authorities asserting a major arrest.
In Denveur on April 18 the jury acquitted the Redman boys of murder in the death of their stepfather Jack Earle. The boys claimed self defense after Earle attacked them and says the couple suffered years of mistreatment. The defendants were minors.
In Oskaloosa Judge Dewey overruled a new trial motion in the embezzlement case against Captain C. P. Searle and sentenced him to two years in the penitentiary. Searle, a longtime resident, spoke briefly in court moving the crowd to tears.
War department issues orders for large scale mobilization across four sea points with cavalry and infantry units. Chickamauga New Orleans Tampa and Mobile stations will receive major regimental deployments reflecting the gravity of the national crisis as seen by the president and his advisers.
The president plans to appoint Consul General Lee as major general of volunteers if hostilities with Spain resume. After a conference with Secretary Alger, Lee’s knowledge of Culian geography supports a quick move to Cuba. Lee shows willingness to return to Havana with an invading force, though authorization remains in doubt.
The Spanish pretender to the throne issues a manifesto declaring that Carlists who oppose a war with the United States or who fail to respond to the king’s call will be traitors. He warns that if the government shuns conflict over Cuba, the king will return to Spain and raise volunteers to defend the country’s honor.
Consul General Lee testified before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee that the Maine was blown up by officers responsible for mines wires and torpedoes in the war. He also suggested Weyler laid the mine and planned to punish American affronts while sending warships to Havana with him as captain general.
Scott sent a message recommending appropriation of 500000 to boost militia efficiency. A bill aligned with the governor’s recommendations passed both branches under suspension of the rules and became law with the governor’s signature within twenty five minutes of receipt. War Fund governor Wol legislature
Washington reports an exchange of notes among European capitals aiming to intervene in the Spanish American situation. An informal meeting of representatives of the great powers was held in the capital to discuss a strong move.
Washington April 15 The Spanish minister has prepared for immediate departure upon order from Madrid The French ambassador will oversee Spain's interests while Polo leaves the post.
Washington reports the administration has decided to call 150,000 volunteers to be sent to Cuba immediately if war breaks out with Spain. The plan outlines mobilization and deployment to the theater of operation as the United States confronts the crisis.
A dispatch to the Daily Mail from St. Vincent says a Spanish fleet of six torpedo boats two ironclads and one transport is waiting orders. Harold Thomas of Pittston Pa attempted to enlist in the navy in Brooklyn to fight the Spaniards but was sent home by officers who said to wait until he grew. Mosquitoes in the Yukon are described as deadly, with a season from May to September causing intense bites to dogs and bears.
In Malaga on April 18 a protest turned violent as crowds paraded, stone throwing followed, and a mob leader tore down the shield bearing U S arms. The prefect urged calm, gendarmes patrolled, and the shield was later replaced amid protests. Orders issued to arrest ring leaders and provide consul satisfaction.
Washington April 18. The article argues that Congress has no authority to recognize Cuba’s independence and contends the president alone holds the executive prerogative. It says resolutions recognizing the Cuban republic could be sent back or become law without his signature, stressing recognition as an exclusively executive power.
The Washington Post summarizes that once Congress acts the president will issue an ultimatum to Spain demanding withdrawal from Cuba within 24 to 48 hours. A refusal would trigger vigorous action using naval and land forces, a course reportedly decided at a cabinet meeting.
The Madrid press grows rabid and warlike as General Weyler is recalled by the government. Spain faces imminent hostilities over Cuba with the cortes reopening next Wednesday. A cabinet minister says war is certain unless Cuba is saved. The queen regent signs a decree to boost the navy and to reopen the cortes.
In Chattanooga on April 15, Key West becomes the army front with two companies of the Twenty-fifth Infantry ordered to march there immediately. Chickamauga will serve as a training ground for militia and volunteers.
Information to Captain O Neill shows 133 guns of one three and six pounders purchased in England have been shipped. If war breaks out the British government could not apply neutrality laws even if it wished to do so.
Advices from the Philippine Islands indicate increasing rebellion with about ten thousand rebels in arms. Washington dispatches note consular reports totaling around sixty thousand words, and General Lee’s reports discuss reconcentrado cases in Havana and related policy questions.
April 11 to 15 reports show Quay urging Cuban independence recognition, Mexico policies debated, and a House vote on a Cuban resolution in tandem with war-authorization talks. The Curtis Indian Territory bill also passes, while Senate debates Cuban policy and adjourns amid partisan clashes.
Congress debated immediate Cuba policy with a split vote on recognizing a Cuban republic and authorizing use of land and naval forces. Fights erupted as Democrats pressed for intervention, while rivals urged rapid action to aid Cuba amid attacks and the Havana harbor incident.
General Gary issued an order inviting post office employees who desire to resume civilian work to leave military service and return to their positions. The directive allows eligible workers to reassume duties once released from active duty.
Washington on April 17 reports the government chartering the large steamers St Louis St T and New York for an unspecified purpose. The item notes a government action involving key vessels but provides limited details.
A report from St Marie Quebec notes witnesses Morin and Rheaume with eight children. Rheaume has four sons and Morin daughters. Authorities accuse local eateries of using free wine to dodge liquor taxes, prompting new revenue actions. The Commissioner of Revenue vows tighter enforcement against hostels serving wine with meals.
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