23 Apr 1896
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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1896
Page
1
Fragmented notes report ex president Harrison praising a Roentgen germ-killing claim as modern science. Other items mention a declamatory contest in Marshalltown, debates on sleeves for women, and Democratic party tensions over a state convention.
The Marshall Times reports on fashion reforms with hoop skirts and floating gowns while noting Iowa congressmen Hull and Breckenridge gain prominence in Washington. News covers Arbor Day plans, local coal mine updates, public school leadership changes, and a Cedar Rapids Grand Army reunion.
Democrats argue McKinley would be easy to beat if nominated. They pledge to attack his record though it may withstand criticism. County conventions favor free silver, signaling a heated campaign ahead for the Des Moines Leader.
The Times condemns a pair of sensational evangelists led by Williams and Bill Sunday for denigrating Waterloo. It labels them a menace to society, calls for revoking licenses, closing pulpits, and quelling their influence. Christians, ministers, and the town are deeply offended.
The Des Moines meeting aims to fix time and place for the Iowa state convention. Officials expect the convention around July 1 likely in Des Moines as other towns schedule their own gatherings and the city awakens to the event’s importance.
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