This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 38 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1904
Page
2
Mrs. P Brunel of 3111 Grand Avenue Everett Washington describes fifteen years of back pain and sleepless nights. After using five boxes of Doan’s Kidney Pills she reports relief from pain and fatigue and a return to restful sleep. Footeer Milburn Co Buffalo New York distributes at 60 cents a box.
A New York youth reportedly lost 3,000,000 in under three seconds amid a disputed incident. The Relress organization denied involvement or liability, stating no wrongdoing.
Mr and Mrs John Ginder of Boom ton New Jersey were married in 1885 and have thirteen children all lively and in good health none ever troubled with a serious illness
In Mississippi a heckler cried that he had been robbed by pickpockets during a talk by John Sharp jams. The crowd laughed as Mr. Wh quipped about Republicans being present with the victim claiming he was the only one.
The infant Romulus surveys the wolf with a critical eye and comments on the mother, noting she is not an ideal angel but ahead of her era with patented baby goods. The scene blends satire and early consumer culture in Cincinnati.
A systematic woman in the kitchen uses a mall pine table on casters to transport meals from the kitchen to the dining room and back. She pushes the laden table to the dining room with dishes and food, saving effort and strength. She unloads and clears dishes by placing them on a portable table for return to the china closet.
A simple recipe uses two cups Shannon and Mott Falcon Self-Rising Pancake Flour one cup milk one heaping teaspoon butter one tablespoon sugar two eggs mixed thoroughly then baked for muffins richer flavor with extra eggs no yeast or baking powder Ballon Self-Rising Pancake Flour marketed as a blend of wheat corn and rye and sold by leading grocers.
A social reflection notes that many women derive amusement and relief from telling others about their problems. The item hints at gendered conversation norms, suggesting women often seek empathy and social connection through shared grievances.
A testimonial from Mrs. W.J. Walker of Camden praises Allen's Foot-Ease for curing a severe burning itching in her feet. The ad urges readers to ask their druggist for the remedy and notes it is sold by all druggists for 25a.
A compact proverb advises not to judge a man by appearances or by the looks of his wife, reflecting a caution against superficial judgments.
An ad extols Defiance Starch as unlike competitors offering one third more for 10 cents, claiming a distinct process and better product from KH.
A light column notes that many men propose to women yet fail to follow through with decisive action. Observers suggest practical steps and genuine effort to win affection and respect rather than mere talk.
An old advertisement touts Wake Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. It promises quick cold relief with a dubious claim the drug refunds money if it fails. The box bears an EB signature and notes a single dose per box.
A concise claim states that even a blind man can rely on his feet to sense surroundings and navigate daily life. The remark emphasizes practical awareness over visual cues and highlights adaptive navigation skills.
Advertisement claims catarrh is a blood or constitutional disease and must be treated with remedies taken internally. Hall's Catarrh Cure is said to act on the blood and mucous surfaces, prescribed by leading physicians, offering testimonials and a 7 percent price.
A reflective obituary note celebrates a life whose influence spread beyond a single era. The piece honors enduring impact, naming a community, era milestones, and shared memories that extend into future generations.
A reader notes Defiance Cold Water Starch comes in 16 ounce packages while rival cold water starches use smaller packs. They claim Defiance does not gum the iron, is free from injurious chemicals, and saves time by reducing starching errors.
A fragment describes a well incident where Treth ties something at the bottom and mentions hydranuts used with a pump. The text is garbled but indicates an extraction or pump operation. No clear dates or places are present.
Notes from the Capital records Speaker George W. Clarke of the Thirtieth General Assembly saying he will run again for re election. He notes no opposition and that the new legislature will organize anew. The Iowa railroad commission criticizes carriers for concealing information and failing to provide adequate train service and additional coaches.
Colonel Charles A. Clarke of Cedar Rapids is to argue before the Iowa Supreme Court for the soldiers' preference act. Warren Walker files abstract for C. H. Shaw, the plaintiff, urging Marshalltown council to obey the act. The old soldiers claim the state may set public employment qualifications without discrimination, noting a failed bill to require stenographers as committee clerks.
In Grundy County saloon advocates filed a petition with 2122 names reaching 78 percent of the required 65. Pending a withdrawal request from 235 signers the board split four to three to retain the petition, despite county attorney guidance. The action challenges the law as contested by the Anti-Saloon League and will go to the courts, including the supreme court, for final interpretation.
A Peruvian government proposal to establish a national museum of natural science in Lima, featuring three sections for animal life, plant life, and minerals. A baldheaded scientist comments on intellectuality as a cause of baldness.
In St Petersburg on December 12 a large anti government demonstration involving students and workers sparked a two hour riot. Mounted gendarmes and police charged the crowd using sabers driving protesters into courtyards and streets with many injured and over 100 arrests.
Japan agrees to attend a second peace conference at The Hague if its rules do not affect the ongoing war. The invitation was delivered to Secretary Hay by Hikki, the Japanese chargé d affaires, in Washington.
A man senses the curtain between acts and recalls he needs several drops as the scene shifts.
Washington reports no spring extra session of Congress. Republican senators and representatives arriving by 10 p.m. show overwhelming opposition to a tariff revision session soon after March 4. A small minority favors, while many would accept an extra session in September.
Amid reports from Port Arthur, 3 Meter Hill and the surrounding forts are cataloged by number with names like Antzshan Etzeshan Wangtaio and Shungehu. The map, cited in the London Times, shows outer works protecting these fortifications and notes 3 Meter Hill as a key positions for shelling the Russian fleet.
President Roosevelt plans an extra Congress session for tariff revision likely in October after public sentiment is shaped by summer speeches and writings. Representative Watson of Indiana advised public discussion first, with a February message contemplated, while lawmakers anticipate a fall session to consider a major bill.
In the Port Arthur clash the Japanese disabled the Russian fleet, stopping reinforcement of the Russian second Pacific squadron. The capture of the fortress now seems likely as the siege continues, with reduced expected losses and a shift from assault to potential starving-out tactics.
The British yacht Catarina with Florentina and Emerald reportedly chartered for a mysterious mission followed the Russian squadron under Admiral Voelkersam through the Red Sea. Catarina arrived from Jibutil French Somaliland with its broker Monge Bey on board and says the fleet will depart Jibutil today as all vessels coal up locally.
Prisoners speak of harsh cold and ongoing bombardment at Mukden as Japanese forces endure night sorties. Siberian troops enjoy chasing and capturing targets while some captives say inactivity weighs on Japanese morale. General Linovitch narrowly escaped a shell near a Japanese battery.
A Port Arthur communique lists battleship Pobieda and Peresviet damaged with listings, Retvizan nearly submerged, Pallada sinking aft, Bayan burning, and Sevastopol masts visible. Reports say Palada, Bayan and Sevastopol were principal targets as bombardment continued.
Mayor George B. McCellan in New York City stops at City Hall to buy a paper from a newsboy. After asking about business, he is told it is "On de bum." The boy jokes that he could become President, but would sell his chances for a nickel today.
A New York Public Library attendant notices a frequent young patron, a little boy, who smiles every day at a shelf. She discovers the boy enjoying a picture of an old darkey being chased by a bull and hears his joke: Gol ley, he ain't ketched him yet.
A humorous anecdote recalls Senator Joe Blackburn’s youth as a fashion maven. He ordered skin tight trousers from his tailor and demanded perfection. When the fit proved extreme, he thundered that the tailor overdid it and quipped he could sit but not in those pants.
Senator Dubois of Idaho was fined 50 dollars for contempt of court in Poise City. The next day he sat on the bench during a minor proceeding and ordered the clerk to record that the fine had been remitted by order of the court.
Mrs. Benj. Wilson of Moravia New York weighed 200 pounds at diabetes onset and fell to 130. After four years of illness with pain doctors offered little hope. A testimonial credits Dodd s Kidney Pills with restoring health after five boxes, claiming cure of kidney disease Bright s disease and arthritis.
Bishop W. W. Cluff of the Mormon Church travels to Mexico to buy large tracts of land for future Mormon colonies. The mission aims to establish settlements using acquired desert areas.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.