19 Aug 1897
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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1897
Page
1
A Georgia politician named Sousone seeks a McKinley appointment. The item notes political maneuvering and the broader context of 1890s campaigns, including populist tensions and orange political commentary in a bustling newspaper page.
The article notes a convention in Cedar Rapids described as a test for Iowa politics. It mentions candidates with friends in attendance and references Lang Hanna involved in a Klondyke gold scheme subplot. It forecasts tariff debates and Democratic campaign efforts across Iowa with meetings planned next week.
A fragment shows Olp man Thompson railing about a hundred cent dollar and a failed explosion claim from last fall. The piece invites further explanation to a reader, noting most people understand the issue already.
The Tax Inter Ocean sharply attacks the 16 to 1 wing of the Democratic party, claiming their platforms and rhetoric are out of date, older and staler than last year’s issues, and not suited to current times.
Scranton enacts a curfew effective the 13th. Ogden Messenger derides the policy as a calamity campaign. Frep White, candidate for governor, to address supporters at Boone. Boone county settlers from Story Polk and Dallas plan a Madrid reunion next Saturday the 21st. Western roads claim veteran status to Buffalo. Corn price up five cents per bushel from last year amid a good crop. Boone county treasurer’s office time lock on the safe refuses to unlock.
Des Moines reports a preacher named Beer who avoids linking public schools to political parties. The Times cannot confirm his party allegiance but notes his advocacy for keeping schools separate from partisan politics.
A Kansan political figure known for free silver views orders a costly pale blue silk dress to wear when addressing farmers. The piece mocks the idea that modest dress matches views and contrasts Iowa girls described in colorful terms with strong, invincible prairie images.
Tax Story notes a county fair in Nevada as the upcoming attraction for locals. The report also mentions Hon. C. C. Dowell of Des Moines being elected grand chancellor of Iowa for the grand lodge K of P at Clinton last week.
A Des Moines State Fair event named Seni Om Sid parade and carnival aims to discard a thousand dollars while organizers promise a front seat to ensure a share of the proceeds.
The rising prices of farm products over last year are projected to enrich American farmers by 500 million dollars. Yet some critics lament the demise of the Wilson bill, calling it a harmful policy.
Tur Nevada Journal reports Representative Reed has been tendered a federal appointment connected with the Internal Revenue Department. The position will primarily operate in Alabama with a salary of four dollars a day plus perquisites. The paper notes the administration’s action with approval.
Iris reports Democrats secured Reckless Simpson for several Iowa campaign speeches. Jerry’s mood shifts from calm to high toned as he wears socks, while Mrs. Lease’s swelling head and focus on dress reflect campaign chatter.
The article notes that wheat prices rise while silver falls under current market conditions. Senator Stewart of Nevada, a free silver advocate, urges dropping talk of tied prices as the prosperity wave approaches and markets improve.
An Omaha World-Herald report recalls a quarrel aboard a smoker car in Iowa over a traveling man lighting a pipe. The woman snatched the pipe from him, hurled it from the window, and he tossed a poodle after the pipe before they parted in anger at the next station. The poodle later returned with the pipe in its mouth as they sought the city marshal.
The report claims gold in Nebraska soil but notes mining requires tilling and farming. It argues farmers who cultivate Nebraska land can prosper by growing crops like wheat corn and sugar beets, earning a good living and saving annually, without relying on free silver or political slogans.
A Rockford Iowa Register writer recalls early mowing machines from 1856 with unsafe design and dull blades, then praises a modern 8 ft mower. The piece shifts to warn of bicycle dangers on Douglass and Main and cites St. Petersburg rules mandating rider exams, permits, bells, and slow speeds to protect pedestrians.
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