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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1896
Page
4
A collection of aphorisms from Ames Iowa advises on effort fear honesty and money. It reflects frugality responsibility hypocrisy and the value of thinking clearly while avoiding unnecessary worry. The tone mirrors early 20th century self improvement reflections.
A Sioux City man sold his wife for 500 dollars in cash, a shocking act reflecting harsh attitudes of the era. The piece notes ironic cant about value and desire, hinting at a generally brutal social climate.
A historical note compares some apples to the ruddiness seen in their core. It attributes this feature to a centipede or similar creature coiled inside, illustrating a curious belief about fruit interior defects.
The note links Major McKinley to the number 23 as his lucky figure. It claims 23 was the regiment’s number and that many states carried his influence. It emphasizes a belief in luck tied to odd digits.
Telegram from Milan Missouri reports fifteen hopefuls have entered the race for the Milan postoffice. An upbeat writer calls the position a plum and notes the strong interest in the office.
A wary woman who scolds and disciplines children before Sunday school later relaxes at home, playing hymns on the melodeon in the parlor with blinds raised. The scene contrasts stern household discipline with quiet, devotional evenings.
The piece condemns extravagant spending on pampered dogs in Paris and London with a list of costly items from a morning wrapper to a fur trimmed overcoat. It notes owners hire staff for pets and the lavish meals, arguing such waste could save the lives of poor children. Contempt for the folly is strong.
Advices from European agents lead to a Mexican buildup with coastal fortifications and submarine mines. The Diaz government boosts the army from 34,833 soldiers to 560,000 and orders daily arms drills, while converting ships into monitors and mobilizing a 45,000 strong reserve.
William Levy of Fau Claire Wisconsin carried a bullet in his skull for ten years with no symptoms. When X rays became popular it revealed the ball still present. It was not removed and the test caused his hair to fall out leaving him bald as a billiard ball.
In Centerville on December 18 a stabbing occurred between Horrock and Gregor while playing with knives. Gregor stabbed Horrock in the left breast, driving the blade to the handle. Doctors say Horrock cannot recover.
Miss Mary Lord Drake daughter of Iowa Governor married George Sturdivant of Centerville in Denver on October 28. Governor learned of the union during winter visit to Colorado Springs. The couple plan to reside in Moravia where Sturdivant will start a bank.
Albert S. Burnell publisher of the Inter-State Tracer, Marshalltown, was fined $1,400 and ordered to six months in Poweshiek county jail. The sentence was suspended on $400 payment with abolishing the paper’s principal feature the collecting agency, condemned by Judge Woolson in strong terms.
In Cnartron on December 20, the four year old child of George Stranger near Belinda died after its mother left a bottle of strychnine in the house and the child drank a substantial amount. Medical aid arrived quickly but could not save the life.
Miss Winnie Travers deputy treasurer of Clay county killed herself with four bullet holes found beside an empty revolver after midnight visit to the office. Despondency is the supposed cause. she was a popular young lady.
With consent of U S District Attorney Fullen the defendants led by Commissioner J B Ratekin in the Marshalltown soldiers home case receive extended time to file a demurrer. Judge Woolson sets January 15 as the filing deadline.
Sheriff Hawkins of Fayette County chased Ed Ryan known as Flynn after he leaped from a moving train near Marion while en route to Anamosa penitentiary. Ryan fell, was chased across a roof, and recaptured unharmed.
Dusverke December 19. Postmaster Smith of Horton held to grand jury on charge of burning campaign literature mailed through the post. He proved his innocence and escaped indictment.
A five year old child of Jacob Nicholas died after playing with matches. The girl was in the house alone while her parents were in the yard. She ran out engulfed in flames. Nicholas extinguished the fire but she died from severe burns to the abdomen waist and chest shortly after.
George Golightly of Carbonado was shot twice by a double seated buggy crew two miles east of Oskaloosa, dying instantly from a brain wound. George Nettlefield and C. C. Ernest confessed firing but claimed no intent to kill and were jailed after arrest.
Randall Selby Bell, automobile dealers, assigned to BR Elbert. Liabilities estimated 100000 to 125000 with assets unknown. Randall hopes a resumption of business, others doubt assets will pay 60 to 75 cents on the dollar. The firm operates branches at Carroll Guthrie Center Audubon Winterset and Ames.
In Silver City on December 18 crowds angered by General Maceo's assassination hung an effigy of Capt. Gen. Weyler on a telephone pole in the city center. The crowd included several businessmen who led the act after jeering the figure for a time before dispersing.
Ottumwa December 19 Dave Sweeney a tramp held for the murder of Andrew Hart at Lamoille has been released after Marshall county officers failed to identify him as the killer.
Bert De Wald and Charles L. King were found guilty of conspiracy in the September assault on J. H. Willey editor of the Bulletin Journal. Eighth district Democrats at Cres ton elected a district committee man amid three candidates W T Davis Editor Brewster and Burg Brown.
Two strong tremors shook Wales the Midlands and southern England. The first at 3:00 a.m. lasted about thirty seconds with a rumbling followed by minor tremors. The second at 5:30 a.m. was shorter but more severe with houses shaken and Hereford Cathedral damaged. No injuries reported though residents, including Windsor and Cheltenham, rushed outdoors.
A firedamp explosion at a Resicza coal mine in Temes valley kills forty workers outright. Rescue teams remove eighteen seriously injured miners, twenty seven remain entombed with uncertain fate as afterdamp and wreckage hinder efforts.
Havana dispatch reports Col Lara engaging insurgent forces under Maryin Rodriguez in the Oliver hills near Placetas. After a three hour fight the rebels were dislodged with twenty four dead, including five chiefs, while one captain and twelve privates were wounded.
Alexander Salvini dies in Florence. Explosion destroys Cremer's Match factory at Aschaffenburg killing fifteen women and injuring seven. Marion Hatfield reportedly hanged for murder in Sneedville with wife and Haney Jordan implicated. Antonio Maceo alive. Havana festivities halted. U.S. November exports total 76.2 million dollars with metals oils and breadstuffs leading. Treasury deficits estimated at 6.69 million across departments. Senator Allen seeks 1 million for river headwaters surveys. Postmaster general expands mail collection to include stamps sold by rural carriers in 25 cities. Barcelona court martial sentences anarchists secretly. possible death for 28. Hennepin canal delays blamed on law. French steamer Comentr y missing with twenty crew aboard.
Loxpon December 19 European papers discuss the U S Spain crisis after the Senate Foreign Relations Committee favors Senator Cameron's Cuban republic recognition resolution. They largely agree Cleveland will veto if sent to him, but congress may pass it over the veto given current public mood.
In San Francisco on December 18 Judge Sanderson dissolved the injunction stopping the Anglo-California Bank from cashing the purse check. Sharkey’s counsel argued state law bans prize fighting and claimed no distinction from a glove contest, thus the case on purse possession had no standing in court.
The Nebraska Supreme Court holds the beet sugar bounty uncollectable because no specific appropriation was made, risking about $50,000 for Norfolk and Grand Island factories unless the legislature allocates funds next session and potentially challenges the law’s constitutionality.
The house committee on agriculture completed the agricultural appropriation for the coming fiscal year. The measure provides about 2 300 000 dollars, roughly the current level. No seed distribution appropriation was requested by the secretary, but the committee added the item as in previous years. No new legislation is included.
El Correo Militar calls for General Weyler to be recalled from Cuba and replaced by General Marin. It notes General Macias, already commanding troops in the Canary Islands, would move up to second in command, succeeding the Marquis of Ahumada.
In Atlanta on December 18 a special election for the Third congressional district filled the seat after the death of Charles F. Crisp. Charles R. Crisp, eldest son of the former speaker, won the contest.
In a Westphalian village twelve bees and twelve pigeons release together. The first bee lands fifteen seconds before the first pigeon while three bees arrive before the second pigeon. All remaining bees and pigeons return home together. A St Louis grocer launches a novel order taking scheme with a female agent visiting patrons to solicit morning orders and suggest upscale items.
Washington reports detail resolutions on Cuban independence and U S citizen releases, plus senate debates over tariff bills and election funding. Pension and relief measures advance. immigration changes pass after committee debate. district and military hospital matters receive attention amid adjournments.
Hermann the magician died of heart disease in his private car near Salamanca while en route to Bradford after completing an engagement. He was from Rochester New York.
Plainfield New Jersey December 19 ex congressman Roswell G Herr died last night after a two week illness with bronchitis and Brights disease His passing ends a long public career and he will be remembered for his service in Congress and local leadership.
Des Moines reporter notes J E Allen of Des Moines granted copyright for the American Plumbers Estimate Book. Patents allowed pending issue include Whiteside Middletown for a one handed reins device, Keller Lorimer for a versatile wheel mounted reel and churning device, and Volkerts Sac City for detachable window shelving for plants. Addressed to obtain patent information.
A wife and husband discuss a Christmas watch gift with playful lines about a lady's gold watch. The article notes the Mosque of St Sophia in Constantinople, built over a millennium ago, with musk-scented mortar once used. It adds Lyell's claim that southern US lay under deep water in a comparatively recent geological period.
In Rome on December 19 a rowdy session erupted as Signor Costa pushed an annual crown prince allowance of one million lire. He called the monarchy dangerous. deputies leaped over benches and fought as order broke down. The measure passed amid chaos with the prime minister unable to speak.
Washington December 19. Officials report rising reports of men enlisting to join Cuban insurgents against Spain. Enlistment or hiring to enlist against Spain carries penalties up to $1000 fine and three years in prison under revised statutes. U S officials will enforce the neutrality laws strictly and Justice Department may issue special instructions to agencies.
The Ame Sugar Refining Company announces the sale of 1 100 shares of stock in the W ion Spice Company of Toledo totaling eleven eighteenths of its stock for 1 465 000 dollars. The Arbuckles coffee empire had expanded into Sugar refining in New York and faced expansion by Ame Sugar Refining, leading to this large transaction as Arbuckle declined to sell and the two sides move to counter each other.
A Erzurum dispatch cites US Consolidated Bureau figures on Armenian orphans under 12, estimating up to fifty thousand affected. Missionaries warn of large child casualties. efforts focus on orphanages clothing and industrial aid by Christian groups. German and British humanitarian actions seek to resettle survivors from Erzeroum, including on Oy island.
Washington notes Olney holds the Cameron Cuban resolution moot even if passed by both houses. He argues recognition of Cuba as independent lies with the president alone. A quip relates the nickname dun to Joe Dun, reputedly immortalized by a dues section. A New Orleans cigar shop sells feet of yard rabbits to a colored proprietor, and a Philadelphia bet involves a man cracking a crowbar four times.
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