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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1912
Page
2
The renowned singer Schumann Heink sues for divorce from Chicago businessman W P Rapp, alleging incompatibility after a five month marriage. The piece notes her pursuing multiple divorces and hints at financial stakes and social implications. It mentions changes in politics and local business moves including Perry Chief ownership and Ames connections.
Fragmentary text describes difficulties in maintaining rail operations during cold weather. The passage hints at a printing slant and a 3m far detail in January, with unclear specifics about the railroad's status or actions.
A Cheyenne woman reportedly closed her business to give birth to three babies on three successive days. The note cites cold weather hindering her plan to complete the week.
The Philadelphia Record reports Lord Salisbury’s speech as captured in the Autobiography of Alfred Austin. Lord Salisbury and Lady Salisbury attended Hewell Grange gatherings and prepared for a public meeting with his characteristic ironical reply about what not to say.
Dr Simon G Ruthven of Little Rock dismissed a sensational medical claim at a New York luncheon. He compared it to a Pennsylvania student tale, noting ongoing ophthalmic cases where tears and eye ailments are examined, and warned against accepting dubious cures.
Scattered garbled phrases mention Nat, Me, Gar, and Queen related terms with references to invitations, a Mr Goodwin, and a Mr Goudwig. The text appears as mixed names, places, and incomplete events with no clear narrative or dates.
House cleaning service advertises quick carpet and drapery care by Vacuum Cleaner Co Ne. Phone 6021 provided for immediate attention to carpets, toga, and draperies.
Readable text notes dainty colored lines of cavers to be used in dance programs menus and other items available at the Times office.
Notice is given that an instrument purporting to be the last will and testament and codicil of Emetius Louise Chamberlain, deceased, is on file in the District Court of Story County. The probate hearing is set for January 30 in the regular January term, A D 1812, at Nevada, Iowa. Interested persons must appear to show cause why the will should not be admitted.
An administrator appointed by the Story County Iowa District Court handles the estate of Chaos Methowan. The notice states the administrator will solicit claims and the case involves an allowance request. Also appears an advertisement for Chamberlain's Cough Remedy praising its efficacy and listing Ty. J. Loughran and I. M. Bosworth as sellers.
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