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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1906
Page
5
A letter from Ricka Leopold of Menasha Wisconsin and a testimonial from Hettie Green of Juka Tl praise Peruna as a blood remedy and tonic. Both describe dramatic improvements after starting Peruna and endorse the product for restoring health and strength.
A Boston writer described his varied routine to a New York friend. He claimed to be methodical in work and outlined tasks from eight to ten for verse, ten to twelve for criticisms, and three to five for a world history for children. The blunt visitor asked when he found time for the rest.
The late Hon. Joseph Q. Hoyt of Boston had his silver watch stolen after attending a circus. The supposed thief was defended by Benjamin F. Butler, who proved innocence and claimed he never was at the circus. At Astor House during the Civil War dinner, Hoyt recounted the incident and Butler quipped that Hoyt’s watch was the payment for his defense.
A Nebru minister recalls 1895 stomach troubles from overeating and finds relief with Grape-Nuts and cream. After returning to heavy foods he falls ill again, then improves within days on Grape-Nuts. He praises the product and urges others to try the same path. Endorsed by Postum Co. Battle Creek. There's a reason. Read The Road to Wellville.
Dispatches from Santiago and Valparaiso detail a powerful August earthquake in Chile with widespread destruction. Reports describe thousands homeless, extensive property loss, martial law, robberies punished, and relief efforts including naval provision shipments and military patrols.
Decorah suffered one of its worst floods on the 19th and 20th after intense heat and about three and a half inches of rain. Dry Run Creek and tributaries swelled, washing out railroad bridges on Rock Island and Milwaukee divisions and damaging the Johnson machine shop and Anderson stable. A lightning strike damaged C Baker’s residence.
Following the death of George Wells the Grundy Center area seen as Wellsburg reveals many German town business plots lack formal deeds. Owners hold only verbal agreements and peaceful possession. Special administrators plan to issue administrator deeds to correct titles for those without proper documentation.
In Mason City a three year old boy, son of Clausen, was severely burned when clothing ignited after stepping on a match. The right side suffered extensive blackened flesh with a deep burn near the abdomen while the father sustained burns while helping to extinguish the blaze.
Iowa sent 2,058 veterans in the G A R parade in Minneapolis. Cracker Post 12 of Des Moines led the Iowa division escorting Dept Commander Charles A. Clark of Cedar Rapids, with Major Pearson as aide. The Kireton band provided musical escort as 354 posts marched. corn emblem banners and corn-colored ribbons identified Iowa veterans.
Buxton reports to Oskaloosa police allege near-murder attempts and widespread violence with a black woman shot in the mouth during a street quarrel and a man badly stabbed amid late-night fights. Sheriff’s office seeks details as local officials show limited information amid a mystery.
Wabasha Minnesota resident Joseph McDevitt known as a wanderer and former Davenport, Iowa, resident, risked his life to save eight people from a hotel fire at the depot in Davenport. He rushed to the upper floor through flames and saved six who were burning. Admirers presented him with a purse of 22 dollars.
Keokuk Iowa district attorney Miles brings four counts against the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific Railway in federal court at Keokuk for violations of the interstate commerce law on car safety appliances. Each count carries 160 dollars if convicted. Trial set for October term.
Allie Mueller, a young girl in Washington, found herself alone with a puppy that suddenly turned vicious. The animal foamed at the mouth and charged the girl as she fled to a table for safety. Police arrived and rescued her. she was unharmed but deeply shaken.
Members of local No. 2 645 United Mine Workers offer a 50 dollar reward for Charles O Lamar recording secretary accused of absconding with 282 50 of local funds. Lamar has been missing over a week and is believed to be in St Louis.
A $20 000 high school building and its contents including a state renowned library and a piano were burned by an unknown origin fire. The 1895 structure carried $10 000 building insurance and $2 000 on the contents. The school will be rebuilt at once.
Rome dispatch tells how Pope Pius X pricked his finger while writing and joked he remained a man not a baby. A secretarial wash and disinfectant were used to treat the minor injury as reporters would have seized on any incident. The pontiff continued to attend the commemorative ceremony with a bandaged finger and humor.
The New England Lime Co. in Winstead Connecticut claims to be the first to use gas as fuel for lime burning. Gas proves clean with no clinkers and no cinders, producing whiter flame and higher heat. Daily output rises from 80 to 100 barrels per kiln, totaling 700 barrels daily.
The Minneapolis and St. Louis Rail Road offers low rates from all points with tickets on sale daily August 1 to 31 1906. Wages are splendid from 1.75 to 3.00 dollars per day including board. For rates contact Agents or address A B Cutts G P and T A Minneapolis Minn.
A German publisher started a complete collection of Goethe letters twenty years ago. Thirty four volumes are in type and the remaining fifteen volumes are expected within four years to complete the series.
The article notes that in the past five years more than twenty percent of Russian Jews have moved their residence, primarily through emigration, reflecting a major demographic shift.
The Yorkshire brigade of volunteers has been ordered by the colonel to remove their curls. This directive reflects disciplinary measures within the service as part of a broader grooming standard.
A. J. Coree, an electrician with the Fort Dodge Des Moines and Southern line crew, was thrown twelve feet into the air while turning a rail near Har Court. He fell on his head and died instantly.
Official notice lists Iowa Methodist conference sessions with locations and dates. Grinnell on September 5 led by Bishop Goodsell Des Moines on September 12 led by Bishop Cranston Girard on September 27 led by Bishop Cranston Fort Dodge on September 19 led by Bishop Cranston.
In China, individuals sharing the same surname are barred from marrying each other. The policy targets consanguineous unions by surname rather than direct familial relation, applying nationwide to restrict such marriages.
Miss Stella Fisher survived six weeks on liquids after a June 30 runaway. Her lower jaw was dislocated at both ends and traced in three places. She regained partial control after dental appliances were removed recently.
Washington report says two and a half year old Harlan O Laughlin was kicked in the forehead by a vicious horse while playing in the barnyard. He will recover.
A reader notes that social harmony often hinges on speaking to please others rather than voicing blunt truth. The pair emphasizes tact in everyday conversations and public discourse.
A three year old boy fell into a twenty foot water filled well in Bourne. Neighbors and his mother were saved when the mother slipped while reaching him, and bystanders pulled both to safety.
Mrs A Taylor of Wharton New Jersey suffered severe kidney trouble with backache dizzy spells and burning urination. She says eight boxes of Dean's Kidney Pills cured her pain weakness and restored health. Sold by all dealers 50 cents a box Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
An ancient rabbi in a city of truth tellers marries, lies about his wife, and after his false modesty leads to his children’s deaths, the neighbors expel him as punishment for deceit. The tale tests whether any lie can be justified.
Route description of travel by Grand Trunk Railway with stops at Niagara Falls, Muskoka, Kawartha Lakes, Algonquin Park and Atlantic coast resorts. Advertising copies available from Geo. W. Vaux at 136 Adams Street Chicago for descriptive pamphlets and tourist publications.
In Dallas County a man attempted suicide by hanging with a blind bridle. His wife found him suspended from a barn rafter and after his remark about heaven she replied with a wry retort about his would be ascent and appearance.
The article notes that some animals today tower over prehistoric giants, with whales and especially horses surpassing the bulk and weight of ancient long-named monsters that once roamed the earth.
Missionary societies operating in Africa report about 1,000 principal mission stations and around 5,000 sub stations in round figures. The figures reflect a broad spread of activity across the continent and indicate extensive organizational reach.
An early consumer notice describes Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup for children teething. The ad claims relief for gums, inflammation and wind colic. It lists a price of 2 cents per bottle.
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