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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1896
Page
6
The Ames Times notes a Cuban sugar crop drop from last year worth 50 million dollars to under 10 million this year, calling war a costly luxury. It mentions Secretary Hoke Smith learning to ride a bicycle and hints at a personal revolution, advising minimal questions to avoid exposing ignorance.
Despite her son admitting to killing his older brother in a fit of anger, a New York mother maintains the act was accidental, challenging whether faith or denial shapes truth in the family tragedy.
A St. Cloud Minnesota dispatch claims a local family was poisoned by lemonade on Independence Day. The piece argues such claims are exaggerated, noting poisons have come from pale canned peaches ice cream or coffee, but lemonade in this era would not poison a fly.
New Haven authorities on June 30 instructed by Town Counsel Goodhart plan to compel Yale University to pay a regulation tax on properties yielding over $6,000 annually. Yale will resist in court, marking the first attempt to tax a major American university.
The Vanderbilt heir’s choice of wife stirs family trouble as no royal marriage rule exists here. Both sides press hard, but youthful determination and disinheritance threats loom amid the debate.
Albert L. Rawson, famed artist and ex member of the Thirteen club, faces a suit from Mrs. Gaudin who inherited 17 900 000 dollars. She alleges he procured letters from her under false pretenses and published them along with a purported reply to an editor last Sunday. The suit seeks two hundred dollars as the legal remedy.
A London Times correspondent reports narcissus cultivation now dominates the Scilly Islands as the main industry, replacing early potatoes. About 400 acres yield 400,000 bulbs per acre and bring roughly £40,000 annually, with most vegetables still imported. After narcissus forcing ends, tomato plants fill the houses.
The president reported 1895 revenue and 1894 surplus totaling 101 million dollars against 93 million in expenditures. For 1896, estimated outlay is 86 million with a 3 million surplus. Debt rose from 9 to 18 million pounds, including a 4 million pound loan. Public works cost 55 million. 41 million in metallic money issued. Measures on national industry protection and tariff reform were proposed.
In Zanesville Ohio, young Rosanna Foutch who feared cyclones died after fearing imagined troubles. The piece argues worry is deadly, noting it kills more than scarlet fever diphtheria and other dangers. It cautions against unnecessary fears.
A cribbage game in Jacksonville, Florida ended with a murder, leaving players of the card match facing a grim turn of events as authorities pursue the case. Police described the incident as a fatal outcome of a dispute arising during play. The investigation continues as detectives collect evidence and question witnesses at the scene.
The William Parks deposit in the First National Bank at Council Bluffs in March 1873 will be deposited in the state treasury after a Woodbury county court denied the state's bid to set aside a 1892 order. The administrator must collect a $3,227 judgment from the bank and attorneys, pay claims and costs, then turn the balance to Iowa as an escheat to the school fund.
E N Chapin dies from injuries after June 26 assault by Henshaw on his farm. Henshaw, initially charged with assault and battery, faces grand jury for murder while held in jail. Doctors say Chapin cannot recover as community questions Henshaw's mental state.
In Burlington on July 31 Miss Mary Phares and Miss Webber drowned while bathing in Miss Webber's father's pond near Milton. Webber family woes deepen as the missing pair were found after the pond was drained. Dur ing harvest Miss Phares had helped with work and both young women were left alone. search revealed clothing on the pond bank and the bodies recovered from the drained pond.
In Curnton on August 2 James Kennedy a farmer tried to rope a vicious cow near Gambill. The animal overpowered him dragging him for a distance leaving fatal injuries. Authorities reported the incident as a fatal animal attack during the struggle for control.
August 2. Louis Krekal, an elderly resident near Burlington, disappeared last December. His body was found in a well. Evidence indicated murder, and his grandson Henry Teuscher, with whom he lived, was arrested and confessed that a quarrel over a trivial matter sparked the crime.
Burglars forced the rear door of the Garden Grove post office, blew open the safe, and took about $50 in money and $3.37 in stamps. Three suspicious strangers were seen on the streets and vanished during the night. no clues were found.
Iowa lawyers elected officers with J. H. Henderson of Indianola as president Judge M J Wade of Iowa City as vice president N E Coffin of Des Moines as secretary and George F Henry of Des Moines as treasurer Cedar Rapids chosen as next meeting site August 1 Davenport IA.
A Chicago man named Kifman, foreman of a Rock Island Railway painting gang, fell from the Iowa river bridge near Columbus Junction and drowned. His body was recovered in about an hour and sent home to Chicago to his widow and four children.
Belle Knott aged fifteen and Gertie Bishop aged thirteen drowned at Muscatine while attempting to ride in a roughly built box boat across a small pond. Local authorities report the accident occurred on August first with warning about makeshift watercraft.
J C Cornwall of Jonesboro Arkansas, a railroad conductor, pursues his wife who eloped with John McManus trainmaster of the Cotton Belt. The trio stopped at Waterloo and Dubuque before shipping their baggage to St Louis. Cornwall declares he would be justified by a jury in killing McManus.
Madrid Aug 1. Papers served on Rev. Mr. Ellet pastor of the Methodist church seeking $10,000 for defamation of character. He alleged during a Garden township lecture that Geo. A. Young and J. M. Carlson received $300 each for votes in city council from B. Arie. Young and Carlson filed $5,000 suits each.
Ixprrenprence August 1 Samuel Slemmons a business leader committed suicide with arsenic in a friend's house after refusing to return home He had suffered heavy business losses over five years including a Cripple Creek investment He leaves a wife and several children.
In Mason City on August 1 Lula Dawson eight year old daughter of John Dawson died from burns after her dress caught fire while kindling a kitchen stove with shavings. A lighted shard fell to the floor igniting her clothing and the blaze could not be stopped.
Marshalltown July 31 Col L M Martin issued a call for a convention of Iowa sound money democrats to meet in Des Moines August 4 to select delegates for the Indianapolis gathering August 7. Democrats favoring a national democratic convention are especially invited.
A group burglarized several Greeley shops in Delaware county and escaped with about 1000 dollars in goods. They rode a hand car, bound and gagged a section hand, and forced him into a boxcar. The trail ended near Delaware station where authorities lost track.
Des Morques August 3. The executive council set the state tax levy for the coming year at two and seven tenths mills, an increase of two tenths of a mill from last year. The rise is necessary because the last legislature increased appropriations materially.
Millions of grasshoppers moved north and east overhead on August 1. They ranged from 300 to 600 feet in the air and briefly obscured the sun. No insects alighted in the area.
Waterloo July 31 An effort is under way to obtain Rev Scott's release by habeas corpus. Both Scott and Daisy swear that no crime occurred when they were alone at Daisy's home last April.
A massive storm struck St Anthony leaving nearly every building damaged and crops ruined. No injuries reported though William Dennis residence was destroyed with Mrs Dennis fatally injured. Dyersville track washed out four hundred feet. Marshalltown and Aurelia report crop and pavement damage. A silver voters mass convention nominated Judge Van Wagenen for congress to challenge Perkins. Frank Pearson killed his mother and father and himself in a house fire at Iowa Falls. mother and son likely to die. Pearson 25 and formerly at the insane asylum.
Swanenat reports a massive five mile wide water surge in the Yellow Sea near Haichau northeast of Kiangsu. Thousands of tons of water swept inland destroying villages. An estimated 4,000 people perished, cattle drowned, rice fields obliterated, and many families left homeless and hungry as survivors struggle.
A powder magazine at Funfkirchen capital of Baranya County exploded on market day. The town hall and nearby buildings were wrecked, five killed, over a hundred injured with many likely to die. Rescue efforts mobilized by municipal authorities and the military amid ruins.
Cleveland July 31 Lottie Loraine won queen of all pacers at Grand Circuit races, pacing three fastest heats by a mare and lowering her mark from 2 10 to 2 07. The Gambetta Wilkes daughter started with twelve rivals in the 2 09 event and won in the day’s greatest race. Times posted were 2 08 4, 2 08 5 and 2 07.
The Herald reports passengers aboard the Mascotte hint at a successful landing of a filibustering expedition near Cienfuegos. A second expedition is said to be organizing in Key West and close to sailing.
London July 31. The House of Commons adopted a motion to appoint a select committee to inquire into the administration of the British Chartered South Africa Company and into the origin and circumstances of Dr Jameson s raid.
Lonnox August 3. The rowboat carrying Frank Harbo and George Samuelson, who departed New York June 6 aiming for Havre France, has reached Sicily Island. Both men are reported in good condition.
The Columbus Buggy Company assigned assets to W A Miles and Co. Estimates place assets between 800000 and 1000000 with large contingent liabilities. Also noted is H P Holden of Chicago who wears a tiny watch on his third finger and once aided a companion on the Matterhorn. Mohammedan depositors in post office savings banks are drawing no interest, enriching the British treasury.
Atlantic City July 31. A Reading express collided with a Pennsylvania excursion train at a cross signal four miles out, crushing the front cars and killing 37 initially with 21 men, 12 women, 2 boys and 2 girls. By August 1 the toll reported 47 dead and 43 injured as investigators note a possible signal error.
Reports note the Irish land bill cleared the English house of Commons on the third reading. A rolling set of dispatches details storms and disasters from Pittsburg to Halifax, with fatalities rising and property damage widespread.
A Turkish cabinet council protests arms shipments from Greece to Crete and armed bands in Macedonia, warns Greece to suppress the acts or face Turkish order. Ankara says limited concessions will be granted to Cretans with representation. Rumors say Albania force may be sent against Greek filibusters, raising regional tension.
Arthur Sewall, Democratic vice presidential nominee, rejects rumors of resigning for Mr. Watson. He states no idea is worthy of an answer and notes Bryan will join Mrs. Bryan in Bath after notification in New York, with headquarters at Sewall's house during their Maine visit.
London reports a persistent rumor that Queen Victoria may retire in favor of the Prince of Wales amid health concerns. The queen reportedly remarked during Princess Maud and Prince Charles of Denmark's marriage that London may be her last visit. Protecting the Gold Reserve sees the treasury gain $1,145,000 in coin with rapid inflows from Boston Chicago and New York and a net reserve of $105,673,919 after modest withdrawals.
Austin, August 1. W. E. Burt a prominent city man killed his wife and two young children aged two and four, then hid the bodies in a cistern. The crime was uncovered by a probing stench. He fled the city and warned neighbors not to drink the water, saying it was tainted by a dead cat.
Lincoln July 30. Upon receipt of intelligence from New York that the hall in Madison Square Garden could be secured for that day Mr Bryan announced that he will receive the notification committee of the democratic national convention there August 12.
Caracas August 1 government reports English forces occupy unfinished trail from Acarabisi to Amacuro blocking passage of Venezuelans. The dispatch notes strong British troops securing the route and hindering movement in the region.
Morton secretary of agriculture arrives in Lincoln Nebraska and is reported to be preparing to announce his candidacy for the presidency before the upcoming Democratic convention. The move signals a possible bid to lead the party in the national race.
Text from Texarkana Arkansas reports Cyclone Davis, the populist leader, has been nominated for Congress by the people's party in the Fourth Texas district to succeed Hon. D. B. Culbertson. Also notes Baltimore railroad and banking figure Robert Garrett's death at Deer Park Maryland.
The U S president issues a strong declaration warning citizens against filibustering or violating neutrality laws. A Brooklyn man recalls a tragic dream of his son drowning after ignoring a breakfast warning to stay away from a pond. An immortal cat in Tremont, N Y continues to outlast cruel attempts to end its life, carrying a brick tied to its back in Harlem.
In a trial before Lord Chief Justice Russell, Dr Jameson Major Sir J Willoughby Colonel Grey Major White and Coventry were found guilty of violating neutrality laws by invading the South African republic. The court ruled the expedition military in character and not dependent on whether the foreign enlistment act was proclaimed. Sentences ranged from five to fifteen months with varying terms of imprisonment.
In Leavenworth Kansas on July 30 about forty inmates at the United States penitentiary on the prison farm began a mutiny for liberty. Guards fired as prisoners scattered. Leader Yeast was shot in the hip and abdomen and may die. Fellow inmate Sam Mills was wounded in the left leg near the river bank while trying to jump to safety.
In La Porre Indiana on August 2 Mrs H Water wife of a county official was fatally shot by her eldest son John Wester. The motive was his demand for money refused by the mother. The father was knocked senseless during the assault and the killer fled, believed to have fled to Cincinnati. The crime sent shock through the city.
Jim Carey arrived to live with his uncle E Carr near Clinton Missouri. While Carr was away Mrs Carr fled with her husband’s nephew taking a baby. A warrant was issued but authorities believe they have fled to a distant location.
Vienna reports the Stenjeve band trial ends with nineteen deaths and nine imprisonment after eighteen riders and numerous assaults are charged. Eight defendants are acquitted while other sentences follow.
Brown Hoisting Conveying Machine workers renew strike after arbitration settlement. Union leaders reject authority of labor committees and discharges. Police tighten measures as tensions rise and potential trouble looms.
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