01 Aug 1895
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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1895
Page
1
Story County tourists recount a July journey from Ireton Iowa to Denver and Salt Lake City with stops in Omaha Cheyenne and Ukiah. They describe convention sights in Denver the Mormon tabernacle and natural scenery from Nebraska to California and report meeting educators and enjoying local culture and scenery.
Reports from across the state note contests for senatorial nominations in several districts. Ex president Harrison is touted as a presidential candidate by the St. Louis Globe Democrat, while Senator Allison and ex governor Boies face denials about running. A hail storm damaged corn in Story and Marshall counties, with greater destruction in Clinton. Harvest Picnic slated for Hamilton county at Ole Marcus Grove on August 8, with trains stopping to load passengers. Anamosa penitentiary manager Madden praised for sound finances and a plan to use remaining funds for water works if permitted. BelnA Vista papers report Abner Bell’s death after refusing a ten thousand dollar bribe that would have saved sixty-five thousand. He is described as charitable but contrasts with a cold world.
Tuk Jefferson Bee notes oats threshing in Greene County averaged 101 bushels per acre. The report does not specify field size or exact acreage.
The Tux Perry Chief and Perry Reporter consolidate with Frank Hoege of the Reporter and R M Harvey of the Chief as editors and proprietors. Harvey is a graduate of the I A? W R Harriman of Hampton is GOP state Senate nominee after a long Mason City convention fight. Harriman is the father of Dr. W E Harriman of this city. A Populist party swap is noted with plans to endorse the Democrats. A national bank note inscription is cited in a labor message. Special neckwear sale closes at Sopers.
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