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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1901
Page
5
A fisherman off Low toft landed a large oblong amber pebble weighing eleven pounds fourteen ounces. Described as the finest amber found on the English coast in years it sold for 137 dollars and 50 cents.
Cattlemen announce an annual show to be held in Kansas City Kansas called the American Royal. The event will include four breeds of beef cattle along with hogs sheep and Angora goats. Organizers believe the show will elevate Kansas City as a world cattle center.
An electrically lighted clock is a new device for home use. Placed within sight of a sleeper, a bedside touch lights the dial instantly. A small storage battery powers the clock for several months.
In strained relations with Holland Portugal briefly appears in foreign dispatches. A plucky little king rules a realm with a home population smaller than Pennsylvania and an area smaller than Kentucky. Its African and Asiatic dependencies hold over nine million people across nearly one million square miles.
The British government offers financial assistance to valued scientific work through the Royal Society. Grants range from 350 to 2500 dollars depending on the invention. The society has 20000 dollars ready for distribution within January.
Several European general staffs study forming special corps patterned after the Boer model. Principal difficulty is limited horse supply across governments except Russia. Russia reports an equine census showing more than 10,000,000 horses fit for war.
A lively scene occurred at William Smith’s cider mills Bloomfield Center Michigan when discarded cherry flavored brandy mash was fed to hogs and geese. The animals waddled and squealed in a festive, unsteady spectacle as they gorged on the cherries and staggered about in high excitement.
A Limerick newspaper announces Michael Ryan offers a large stock of cars wagonettes brakes hearses and other pleasure vehicles for sale or hire. In the same issue a funeral description praises Mrs B for sending a cross shaped wreath of artificial flowers.
A reflection on 1850s New England academy girls Abigail Albina Clorinda Elizabeth Esther Louella Myrtilla Parthenia Ruth Sophronia and a Western high school class Fannie Lulu Marguerite Pearl Silvia Thyrsa Veea. The piece notes changing fashions in baby names across generations and wonders what 1901 names will seem like to descendants.
A report from the St John consul New Brunswick details a family whose grandfather father and sons have repeatedly saved lives or piloted vessels from danger over seventy five years. The Canadian government plans to award testimonials to the rescuers as praise for peaceful heroism and the strengthening of brave purpose in others.
A December sale shows a stock exchange seat fetching $50,000 with a $1,000 initiation fee. Membership includes $10,000 life insurance and a price floor seems unlikely after seats recently traded higher, reflecting overall market apathy.
Des Moines reports a leading article faults the Titus biennial election amendment as composed of several separate constitutional amendments. It argues the Iowa Constitution guarantees voters the right to vote on each proposed amendment separately, noting conflicts among provisions and the need for separate ballot votes.
Willie Fry six years old son of Henry Fry was struck and killed by a double header on the Chicago Great Western railroad in Waterloo. Engines passed over the body and it was mangled as the mother frantically witnessed from her porch. The sister had crossed first to buy buttermilk and the boy tried to follow.
George Durstein shot Amelia and Tillie Bergman because of unrequited affection. He was jailed but his father arranged reconciliation and a proposed farm gift plus $2000 after marriage. The girl and mother agreed to the proposal but may drop the complaint. case likely to be dismissed as she will not testify.
Callie W Reed of Zearing and Otto Radloff living near Marshalltown were arrested on extortion charges from Mrs Callie LePlant. She alleges Reed demanded a $150 note payable in sixty days or she would be arrested for a crime linked to his and his wife’s separation. Extortion is a penitentiary offense.
Rudolph Muhlehalter a Swiss native confessed to burning the Star livery barn in Des Moines on January 26. Officers Livingstone and King arrested him after he led them to the blaze site. Twenty five horses perished. Muhlehalter claimed he was mad and desired to set fire to the barn or another building. He is believed to be of unsound mind and has prior police court appearances.
Fort Dodge Iowa January 25 H Minnick a prominent grocer filed bankruptcy petition creditors claim 4000 dollars he says employees systematically robbed him losing 2500 recently banks owed large sums case causes sensation as former wealth reputed status shocks community
Representative candy makers from Illinois Iowa Nebraska Minnesota Missouri South Dakota met and agreed not to install new chocolate drop machines in the east. Each machine costs 3000 dollars and can run 3500 pounds daily by forty workers, preserving about 10000 jobs across six states.
Marshalltown Iowa January 28 W O Hedrick pleaded guilty to charges of deserting his invalid wife and forging her sister’s name on drafts after embezzling money from her trunk.
Mt Pleasant January 22 a crowd gathered after Ruth Porter nine year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Asbury Porter was grabbed by a man while skating near a pond. The assailant fled in a buggy with another man driving the team. Mrs Beckwith and Mrs McClure offer a handsome reward for her safe return.
Des Moines awaits a cavalry regiment as the War Department confirms the post will be built to accommodate twelve troops plus artillery. Planners seek 150000 to 200000 from Congress this session to begin work this spring, with total costs likely exceeding 1000000.
R F Williams of Boone sues L Holloway for 10000 alleging alienation of his wife’s affections. Both residents of Marcy township and Williams seeks damages after twenty five years of marriage ended in 1899 when wife left with her parents. He claims unsound mind and parental influence led to divorce and financial ruin.
Daniel Taylor of Smith Taylor Co New York has settled all of Jake Hites accounts with Washington banks leaving a shortage near ten thousand dollars. Hite a well known Iowa Illinois Missouri horse dealer vanished possibly to South America with a companion. His wife and family are heartbroken. Taylor says possible prosecution if located.
Spirit Lake case arises after John Landers dies leaving $30,000 to trustees for his daughter's children. The daughter who married H. P. Asp challenges the will claiming his insanity. Trustees hold all property, but neither daughter nor husband would directly benefit. A legal suit seeks to overturn the will.
In Dallas Center on January 27 robbers entered the Citizens' bank and S II Goodwin's real estate office. They broke the bank vault combination but did not gain entry. Goodwin's safe was opened and papers stolen, no money taken. The robbers fled on the C R I & P handcar found two miles from Perry.
Ottumwa detail reports brakeman J F Emberling aged 41 of Ottumwa fatally injured at Murray yards on Burlington train No 81. While switching, he caught his foot on a guard rail and several cars passed over him. He was married.
Creston January 28 Mrs Ed Carter of Lorimer died from burns after pouring gasoline into a heating stove flames exploded burning her with burning oil splashing on her. She ran outside and attempted to douse herself with water while a neighbor removed the burning clothing.
Clinton January 28. W A Hass and George Betz held to the grand jury in Savannah for forging a will. Hass brother left a large estate. The defendants filed a probate will giving most property to family. One implicated man has confessed.
Whitecaps visited a Chariton home on January 28 and nailed a note to the door demanding he stop drinking. The note was followed by a second message nailed to the gate post the next day. The incident is reportedly being settled.
Cheyenne Wyoming January 28 First Congregational church appoints and welcomes George L Gates president of Iowa college as new pastor arriving to begin duties.
Ottumwa Jan 25 Andrew Martin 23 a farmer eight miles north of the city attempted suicide by shooting himself on a public highway after being married two weeks He was found by neighbors not dead revived at a farmer's home and says he was tired of life Doctors hold hope for recovery
Citywide ceremonies recreating medieval practice marked the proclamation of Edward VII as king. About 10,000 troops lined routes from St James Palace to the city as officials read the proclamation by William Henry Weldon, herald of the era, announcing Albert Edward’s succession and asking God to bless his reign.
United States Minister Conger met Prince Ching in a social call in Peking on January 28. Prince Ching expressed regret that foreigners do not yield the Forbidden City for Chinese use to prepare for the emperor. He said the emperor cannot return until a residence is ready and noted the government has no objection to missionaries remaining, deeming many of them beneficial and good men.
Kimberley dispatch reports Boers halted a troop train at Shipliip near Fourteen Streams on Friday morning. They seized a small Dubli fusileers post, blew a culvert, and waited, with an armored train pursuing. Cape Town notes a separate claim of Dutch forces taking twenty Cape lire near Vondale on January 21 and reports General Prinsloo wounded on January 16.
From Keystone ranch Meeker Colorado Roosevelt party reports January 12 to 22 twelve grown mountain lions three kittens and eight lynx killed. An earlier encounter ended with Governor Roosevelt killing a captive lion after a dog fight. He plans to stay two more weeks.
Both Houses received identical messages from the king and voted condolence on his bereavement and congratulations on his accession. The exchange marks a formal expression of sympathy and unity in Parliament.
Cape Town officials report Assemblyman Lotter and his son jailed at Uitenhage on charges of aiding the Boers. Police allege dynamite was found in Lotter’s house.
Baron Wilhelm von Rothschild head of the Frankfurt banking house died yesterday. In Washington the Senate ratified Spain treaty for acquiring Sibutu and Cagayan islands at $100,000 with a 38 to 19 vote. Debate showed opposition to further Oriental territory. Lodge and Chandler supported the treaty while Bacon Money and Pettigrew opposed.
London reports an extraordinary court gazette ordering deep mourning for a year after the late queen's death and noting a change in prayer book naming Alexandra as queen. A separate move substitutes Edward for Victoria and king for queen, with the Duke of York titled Duke of Cornwall, hinting coronation may not occur until 1902.
Reports from South McAlester and Muskogee confirm Choctaw disaf fected with Creek Snakes forming a parallel leadership. They threaten railway arson, impose fines, and claim 2,600 members. General Leet orders cavalry, Creeks recruit light horsemen, Governor Brown seeks aid as tense watch continues. officials doubt threats and say no railways harmed.
The president transmits to the senate the Taft Philippine commission report and its legislative acts. He urges legislation granting the islands authority to assist peaceful industrial development as outlined by the secretary of war. The commission urges passage of the Spooner bill.
Washington January 26 assurances have reached that Turkey will meet American claims for indemnity over destruction of American missionary property at Harpoot. Details of the arrangement have not been made public.
The president received King Edward VII's message of condolence. Edward expresses gratitude for American sympathy and notes the loss to the nation and to him personally. The note is dated January 24, 1901, at Osborne and sent from the White House context in Washington.
A wartime era remark from West Point culture notes plebes feeling overwhelmed by early rigor. The quip captures the pressure of cadet life, with the prunes symbolizing tough days and discipline.
Mrs. A B Devoe widow of Creston loses in Iowa court battle with Devoe heirs over a 120000 estate. Judge Sherwin affirms Union County ruling upholding the Devoe children claims. Ante nuptial contract waiving dower was signed before marriage despite partial evidence.
The Iowa auditor reveals bank condition as of December 12 1900 from 246 savings banks and 128 state banks totaling 64 and sixteen more than last report. The statement notes a flourishing financial state and a large rise in business since the prior report.
The Iowa State Medical Veterinary Association closes its thirteenth annual session with resolutions condemning federal vaccine actions. Officers elected include President P. O. Kato Forest City Vice President J. I. Kingery Creston and Secretary Treasurer J. D. Brown Oskaloosa.
The Winneshiek county case holds bondsmen of mulet saloon-keepers cannot face penalties for selling to minors. The statute imposes a $100 fine per sale to a minor, with an exception for permit holders under district court control. Saloon-keepers remain liable for civil damages to minors' guardians.
The supreme court overruled petitions for rehearing by the state and Byron F Meek regarding the Des Moines river dam built in 1852 and later modified by the Meeks. It held that a fishway cannot be required in a non navigable river and confirmed the dam as the largest and best constructed in the state, a matter of keen interest to sportsmen.
Governor Shaw receives a letter from United States Minister Conger declaring two Chinese cannon captured at Peking will be shipped to Des Moines by rail and placed near the state historical building as a souvenir of the siege and relief of the legations. The guns will be mounted on either side of the walk to the historical building.
Carrie Nation and several Women’s Christian Temperance Union members visited a saloon in Enterprise Kansas, smashed doors and mirrors with a hatchet, and caused exits by the marshal. Nation lectured on the streets when Schilling’s wife struck her, leaving Nation with a facial wound and bleeding.
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