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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1898
Page
4
A collection of wry maxims on life and character. The quips poke at pride charity and wisdom, noting truths about desire, speech, and memory through humorous lines about sailors women barbers and journeys. Each line offers a compact barb or observation with a light tone.
A note on weather and advertising. The author jokes that signs commonly fail in dry weather except beer signs which seem to thrive when conditions are dry.
A cautionary note warns that curious and talkative people may leak secrets and suffer consequences as health and life are fragile. It urges immediate action and deeds to accompany good intentions before death or misfortune arrives.
A government ordered investigation into how Chippewa timber lands are disposed of. The aim is to ensure a square deal for the tribe, who are described as original Americans receiving the muddy end of the stick in past dealings.
Caleb Cheeshahteaumuck of Harvard College class of 1665 would watch as Carlisle Indian School players meet Harvard collegians. The piece notes the race’s development through generalship over agility and suggests the college yell would feel at home Caleb, a rare Harvard bachelor’s degree graduate.
William Weatherholt a progressive farmer near Lawrenceburg Indiana has developed a vineless sweet potato variety noted for prolific tuber production. The plant diverts growth into tubers with small foliage and yields five to twelve potatoes per hill of fine flavor. Several farmers nearby plan to adopt the new variety next year.
A historical newspaper style passage portrays a political boss as immensely powerful, likening him to Lord Clive. It describes the boss walking through wealth and treasury, with unchallengeable authority, and cites a speaker who warns that opposition could invite literal retaliation through an engine house in a neighbor’s yard.
The passage counsels choosing healthful brief recreations that refresh without becoming occupations. It warns against games that demand long attendance or steal time and affection from more serious pursuits. It likens indulgence in excessive pastime to garments with fringes and meat of sauces only.
A Burlington Cedar Rapids & Northern passenger train ran four hours late and derailed near Burlington Iowa. The day coach overturned twice and landed upright in a ditch. Likely fatally injured include Mrs. Catherine Davis of Columbus Junction and Amanda Harmes of Maxfield Minnesota. Three more passengers were severely hurt and seventeen slightly injured.
Des Moines nov 26 charity ball managers decide to hold the event as planned. They expect greater proceeds due to preacher advertising while the Associated Charities council endorses the ball and rejects ministerial protest. The group chose not to yield to the Ministerial Association nor to defy it.
In Chariton area, Lacona reports four small pox cases discovered by local doctors whose warning was initially ignored. Indianola physicians confirmed the diagnosis. The town is quarantined with no arrivals or departures and trains only stop briefly to handle mail.
The Aldrich collection at the state house gains Julian Dubuque’s autograph attached to a November 12 1804 agreement with Auguste Chouteau. Colonel Pierre Chouteau of St Louis owns the piece and may find another autograph to donate. otherwise he can reclaim it.
A legal action started in Chariton mayor's court over a license tax on Sampler's & Son after they opened a branch. City seeks $1 daily tax and $10 daily license. merchants refuse to pay and were fined $25. They plan to appeal, with expectation the city will lose.
Major W. H. S. Matthews notes a letter from an officer of the Fifty-first Iowa dated November 11 describing a voyage seventy miles from Honolulu with an otherwise uneventful trip. The transport would reach Honolulu that day and remain two days before departing on the 13th or 14th, sailing on schedule after leaving the Golden Gate.
Osborn Deignnan of Merrimac fame was spotted in the New York Broadway theater and escorted behind the scenes where members of the Jolly Musketeers chorus kissed him repeatedly, nearly smothering him with affection.
Clinton November 25. John Hudson found guilty of manslaughter after a confrontation with three men returning from Dakota. Hudson shot Murphy, the injury proved fatal.
C K Mason, a well known local farmer, narrowly escaped death when a gust shifted a wind mill vane and sent him from a sixty foot tower. He dislocated both shoulders and suffered extensive bruises and cuts but has no complications and will recover, though slowly.
Perry Iowa suffered a major blaze Sunday night destroying two business blocks after an earlier butcher shop fire. Firemen faced fierce wind and embers as Des Moines sent aid to save Masonic block Leader department store and many others. Losses exceed 300000 with only about 60 percent insured.
Adjutant General Byers will travel to Washington, D C next month to push through congress the refund of Iowa’s war expenses. The move shifts from a War Department refund plan to appropriation bills. Iowa’s claim likely exceeds 125 000 dollars and could face scrutiny with Byers present in the capital.
Cedar Ramos Nov 6 Star pickle works were completely destroyed by fire with losses from 15 000 to 20 000. The origin not known though believed spontaneous combustion. Flames burst from roof as firefighters kept the blaze within the building under cold northwest wind.
Kamran November 28 Nick Casey a farmer was arrested on charges of attempting to murder his wife after beating her severely. Neighbors protested as he left for Webster City where he was jailed on five thousand dollar bond.
Des Moines man F. H. Thompson died from exposure in South Omaha during the blizzard. Thompson, a canvasser for a St. Louis publishing firm, was found on the street wearing summer weight clothes and no overcoat despite decent attire.
Des Moines reports small pox at two locations Hamburg Fremont county contracted at Nebraska City. Doctors Star and Hatfield Lacona Warren county report three suspected cases near Lacona and Milo to the state board of health.
A Liscomb report states the five month old child of Mr and Mrs Dick Johnson was found dead in bed with bed clothing disarranged to smother the infant.
DunveuE Nov 27 Fred Chamberlain aged 12 died from injuries when a wagon wheel passed over his head He was riding on the wagon and fell off in the incidentAuthorities reported the accident as a tragic youth death in the rural setting
All four companies of the Second regiment volunteer engineers arrive aboard the Florida and land at Marianao wharf. They march two miles to a high ground camp reviewed by General Greene. Seasickness keeps five from lining up as the medical staff requests khaki uniforms for comfort.
The president spends all spare time drafting his address to Congress. He plans to focus mainly on wartime questions, with minor topics briefly noted. Cabinet advisers have reviewed sections with relevant departments, signaling a longer message than in recent years.
During the Tzangaki family murder trial at Crete, a Mussulman deposition alleges Edhem Pasha, the Turkish commander, gathered influential Mussulmans and urged killing all Christians in Canea within 24 hours. Major Churchill protested and was ordered to leave the room.
Fire destroyed the Des Moines Brick Company plant and dry house on the Rock Island tracks west of the city. Loss totaled about 50,000 dollars.
In Havana on November 28 General Blanco retires and passes command to General Castellanos. The civil governors of Santa Clara and Matanzas provinces along with Havana’s mayor have resigned their posts.
The emperor of Germany arrived in Porspam on his return from the holy land. All Prussian ministers welcomed the emperor and empress on their arrival.
Paris reports that the peace commission did not hold a joint session on Wednesday at the request of Spanish negotiators awaiting new instructions from Madrid.
Maprio reports official decree accepting the resignation of General Blanco from the post of governor general of Cuba dated November 25. The move marks a key leadership change in the colonial administration during the period.
Des Moines reports a 19th century filing by G. Orwig certifying an advertising form for the Iowa Patent Office under chapter 36 of the state laws. The notice contrasts private express firms with the United States Patent Office, noting their role in drafting patent applications for inventors and offering free circulars.
In commentary on prisoner repatriation a speaker notes Spain resists sending prisoners back. The reply argues Spain opposes return of damaged goods, reflecting skepticism of repatriation plans.
A light exchange notes a bride to be unique for her association with General Merritt. The dialogue contrasts typical bride standards with the bride’s notable connection to the general, suggesting distinctive renown.
Tacoma Nov 25 British minister at Pekin Sir Claude Mac Donald reportedly plans to urge China to reject a regency based on the emperor's health and press ahead with reform. He would also condemn capital punishment for political rivals and demand better protection for foreign residents in Pekin while coordinating with other powers on the issue.
In Anniston Alabama November 26 a white Arkansas Private Gildhart was shot in the head by a Black soldier and stabbed in the back. Negro soldiers fire on white residents and provost guard near Fifteenth and Pine. guard withdraws after heavy firing. Several arrests result with two Black soldiers wounded. The clash follows a beating of a Black man by white soldiers.
Paris dispatch warns that Britain faces a future clash with Europe and the United States. The article claims England risks alienating both sides as Canada Cuba Jamaica British Guiana and the Cape become flashpoints. It predicts a decade hence Britain will be between Europe and the United States and face demise.
James H. Southall former chief clerk in the engineer department of the United States army has been convicted. He was charged with swindling persons out of large sums with bogus time checks totaling about 700000 dollars.
The com missary department sent the steamer Bratten from Savannah with 700 tons of provisions for Cuba. Carpenter steel mill of Reading shipped 400 six inch shells 200 eight inch and 200 six inch armor piercing projectiles to New York and Washington.
New York reports detail hospital mismanagement at Camp Wikoff with patients leaving untreated, poor sanitation, and flies spreading waste. Roosevelt and others testify to transport, supply, and leadership failures. commission pressed to assign responsibility amid calls for reforms.
The four powers Great Britain France Russia and Italy formally announced to King George of Greece the appointment of his son Prince George as high commissioner in Crete. The sultan of Constantinople telegraphed czar to abandon the plan to send the prince. The ceremony occurred in the presence of the Greek royal family.
The battleship Wisconsin was successfully launched from Union iron works yards in San Francisco. Miss Elizabeth Stephenson of Wisconsin broke a bottle of wine on the bows and christened the vessel as it slid into the water. Great crowds witnessed the event, marking it as the largest warship ever built on the Pacific coast.
The U S naval recruiting office received Washington orders to enlist 60 apprentice boys 20 landsmen and 15 seamen immediately at Curacao.
A Cork Faust performance features a stout Mephistopheles whose waist remains visible as the trap-door fails to descend. Onlookers remark with a humorous cry about the crowded theater as the scene unfolds.
In Paris on November 22 the Spanish peace commissioners and American delegates held a joint session. The United States demanded full control of the Philippine archipelago and offered Spain 20 million dollars for cession. The talks included openness to world trade and relief of old indemnities, with a tentative response date set for November 28.
Washington dispatch reports the Cuba evacuation commission urging swift garrison sites and supply planning as thirty Spanish transports head to Cuba. The War Department plans to deploy troops as Spaniards depart, accelerating Cuban evacuation.
General Miles issues the first order for U S troops to occupy central and western Cuba. The First brigade of the division is to be stationed in Cuba with one infantry regiment at Pinar del Rio and another at Mariel and a third at Guana. Evacuation of Pinar del Rio by Spaniards to be completed by December 3 with troops reaching Havana by December 1 or earlier.
A fire swept the Win Hotel in San Francisco killing several people and injuring more than a dozen. The landmark building, standing for about thirty years, was totally destroyed with an estimated financial loss of one and a half million dollars. Authorities fear the toll may rise as rescue operations continue.
Washington dispatch reports the United States Navy landed marines in China. The Charleston’s captain says he left the marine guard at Tien-Tsin and the dispatch was sent to Acting Secretary Allen at the White House.
Rioting erupted in Seoul between the Independence club and opponents. Several Coreans were killed or wounded while foreigners were attacked. A Russian warship arrived and the British legation sought a naval force to restore order.
The Italian government issues an ultimatum to the sultan of Morocco demanding treatment of Italian proteges. A one week deadline is set for a reply. reports of street disorder in Indiana and a confused note about sharpers and a native Hoboken sufferer with a fractured skull.
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