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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1905
Page
3
Early literature shows no focus on individual authors. Works prized for collective folk origins rather than witty or unique authorship. In Iliad, Odyssey and others, the named writer was often editor or collector, not separate originator.
London Tatler recounts a tale from the seventeenth century about two rival soldiers, Ralph and Alfred, accused of murdering a young woman. In a dramatic dice trial overseen by Prince Frederick William, Ralph rolls sixes and then Alfred’s dice split and show thirteen, leading to Ralph’s confession and execution while Alfred survives.
In Mrs. Pickering's reminiscences, Lady Andover fears a dream of Lord Andover being shot during a battle. She urges him to stay home, he goes out, and a groom races to the house with news that Lord Andover has been shot, while she reflects on her foreboding act.
H M Alden discusses race themes in Harper's Magazine, examining representation and societal attitudes. The commentary reflects 19th century editorial perspectives and the magazine's treatment of race.
The largest shells inhabit a 1200 mile Indian Ocean reef east of Australia. They hide on near inaccessible rocks and can weigh over 300 pounds. The Smithsonian holds a bi valve over three feet tall with a saw tooth edge and a large muscle scar. Locals fear them as they do elephants, with tales of limbs bitten off.
Whooping cough is more infectious before the whoop develops than after. Exposed children with a slight cough should be isolated for several days to prevent spread. It may begin within three weeks after exposure. if no symptoms appear by then, the child is likely safe.
A sentimental youth recalls the saying that the world loves a lover while a cynic notes the crowd’s appetite for reading a lover’s letters in court. The Philadelphia Press quotes the exchange as a sharp social quip.
A brief quote attributed to Sim Mons emphasizes that accuracy is the twin brother of honesty while dishonesty remains the opposite. The line underlines ethical conduct and truthfulness in information.
Warnings warn the public about counterfeiters selling imitations of Dr King’s New Discovery for consumption, coughs and colds and other medicines. The remedy’s reputation is protected by the provider’s name on the wrapper. Bucklen’s company and L M Bosworth are named as sources.
A naval officer recounted two sailors conversing loudly. One boasted he would quit seafaring when his time ends to wed a rich widow, describing her as the dere liect of a butcher, a phrase heard clearly by the officer.
A Duluth News Tribune note describes the smiling shark feared to bite a man while scientists doubt the threat. The article claims clever fishermen use the shark for many products from fins to leather and jawbone articles, illustrating a controversial practice.
An uncle grieving his only nephew laments that no one will mourn his own death. He cries out in despair over the loneliness and fear of being forgotten after death. The Paris Journal reports his lament as a poignant reflection on loss and memory.
In a brief Chicago News item, Dorothy-Mamma notes Willie Primly sits directly behind her in church, drawing curious glances from Dorothy and his mother. The item records a small social moment without further context or action.
A new remedy for stomach troubles biliousness and constipation and a good one. Price 25e. For sale by all druggists.
An old acquaintance recalls Horace Greeley’s early marriage visit to a rural home. A sugar party on a neighboring farm featured the bride riding the family horse in a yellow dress and Green’s editor figure beside her, provoking hearty laughter. He would enter homes unannounced, discuss crops by the fire, and endear himself to farmers with brusque charm.
A. R. Kane of Baxter Springs Kansas praises Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets as the most superior constipation remedy in use today. He states they are sure in action and do not nauseate or gripe, and they are for sale by all druggists.
Mrs. John A. Young of Clay, New York, suffered neuralgia of the liver and stomach and a weak heart. She found relief and a cure in Electric Bitters, praising the medicine as best for weak women. Sold with a guarantee by L. M. Bosworth at 50 cents a bottle.
Archbishop Thompson, recovering from severe toothache and narcotic use, learns by letter he has been appointed to York archdiocese. He rushes home exclaiming the news to his wife, who suspects his medication altered his perception.
A vintage ad touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as a cure for ailments from poisons in undigested food. It promises a money back guarantee and 25c price at L M Bosworth’s drug store, urging readers to try them.
Moncure Daniel Conway recalls Bret Harte’s four year consulship in Glasgow as a joke. William Black recounts Harte asking in a new city, What huge ugly place is this, and Black replies it is the city where you have been consul four years.
Amy Bennett executrix of Luke Bennett estate in Story County Iowa announces claims and debts. All persons indebted to the estate must pay promptly and those with claims must present them for allowance. Dated Ames February 1 1905.
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