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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1897
Page
4
A Chicago group targets the so called new woman and her suffrage ideas while weighing contrast with wartime and social costs. The remark condemns changing roles and notes vast wealth transfers between Europe and America.
Summer visitors learn of a brewing clash in Maine as the state enforces a $40 license on guides, with most guides refusing to pay and continuing their business without compliant licensing.
The Indiana fish commissioner argues that converting land by draining lakes reduces food production since an acre of water yields more food than soil. He suggests the warning could guide farmers facing low wheat and corn prices. He notes farmers with ponds can diversify their diets.
The executive council finished assessing Iowa railway property and raised the total assessment to just over 100 000 including sleeping cars. The overall railway assessment is 44 455 000 up 74 000 from last year with major increases on lines such as the Illinois Central and others while Rock Island and Burlington and Quincy main lines were reduced by 1000 a mile to 1100 and 1150 respectively.
A Washington dispatch reports that metal workers expect aluminum prices to fall to about 27 cents per pound within a year. United States Consul Germain in Zurich cites production figures and plant expansions, with U S daily output rising from 4,193 pounds to 42,460 pounds as new plants come online.
A writer notes that Japan restricts foreign employment and capital ownership. Native engineers run advanced utilities in major cities after Americans introduced electric light and telephone, while treaties bar foreigners from owning real estate or shares, leaving few investment options.
A prominent New England physician quips that a chest protector is worst on the chest and best on the feet, illustrating how paradox can dress truth in irony and provoke thought about protective gear.
A report describes a phantom steamer spotted on the Mississippi near Natchez, with belief it may be true given the river’s vast, elusive expanses. The piece likens the phantom ship to a legendary Flying Dutchman, reflecting local fascination and folklore.
Andrew Spink aged 28 of Bellevue shot himself using a shotgun after supper in his room. He reportedly had been melancholy for days. the top of his head was blown off and scattered across the walls. He lived with his parents and worked in a lumber mill.
A Friday dawn fire in Corydon started in the Citizen's State Bank building and spread to Hayen's meat market and the Farmer's and Trader's Bank, with total loss to all three banks and the market. W. S. Sproatt's brick drug store to the north was badly damaged.
In Muchakinock the four year old Susie Watkins died after four days of extreme fright caused by a cow. She was said to be perfectly healthy prior to the incident and no other cause for death could be found.
The Des Moines Daily News unveiled a large colored mural on its building titled A Snap featuring a bullfrog snapping up a fly. The display, priced Daily News $1 a Year, drew much good natured raillery in local newspaper circles and boosted circulation.
The Hambleton Milling Company has made an assignment. Assets are $30,000 with liabilities of $20,000. Losses from recent floods swept away large corn cribs at Gregory Missouri and a three year downturn contributed to the goal.
In a U S court the government versus Dr J W Kime the defense moved to dismiss the indictment for sending obscene matter through the mails. The court sustained the motion due to a technical error, the indictment was invalidated and the defendant furnished the required bond.
Des Moines May 29 The Iowa trans Mississipp i exposition commission met at Governor Drake s office and organized with officers: President H Mallory Vice President Allan Dawson Secretary F N Chase Treasurer George W McCord Chief of Promotion J S Browning.
In Des Moines on May 29 the federal trial of United States against Edward Meyer and William Williams concluded with guilty verdicts. The pair were charged with wholesale counterfeiting of silver dollars based in Durant in Scott County.
A Sibley county justice court jury ruled that a man watching his garden who shot trespassing neighbors chickens must compensate the owners. The decision clarifies self help limits in rural property disputes.
In Des Moines on May 27 the national Gold Democrats held a conference at the Savery house and decided to convene a state meeting on July 7 to organize the movement.
Des Moines reporters note the supreme court ruling that oil inspectors cannot be held liable for damages on their bonds when defective oil fails to meet branded standards, unless there is intentional fraud.
George Chain of Marlborough Ohio committed death by own action at the Highland Inn Creston shooting himself in the right temple. He registered under an assumed name and left a note saying he was in trouble.
In Carlisle on May 29, burglars blew the safe door with dynamite and powder, damaging the bank and windows. The professionals entered via the telegraph office, stole the operator’s key, looted a blacksmith shop for tools, and fled taking nothing.
Eugene Russ, a Cereal Milling Company employee, fell seventy feet from the top to the bottom of an elevator when a trap door gave way. He survived initial injuries but later died from internal injuries as physicians feared.
Four people on a Lake crossing boat from the Casino were thrown into rough waters when the craft capsized. Rescues saved Miss Mabel Kinne and Ray Kinne along with Mr Fletcher of Storm Lake, who were resuscitated. Teacher Shirlie Maxwell of Lenox drowned after school year ended.
May 28. In Quimby yards a way freight derailed two cars during switching. Two tram p ers riding the rails were likely fatally injured.
Iowa condensed item notes Equitable Life Insurance of Des Moines seeking farm loans and promoting life insurance. A Clinton woman suffered severe burns after her lamp ignited her clothing. A Dubuque divorce case features alimony claims and adultery accusations. Clarion reports Bullard acquitted on forgery charges after jurors were bypassed. Forest City planing mill fire causes 18009 loss with no insurance. Iowa City dual meet records show Rush of Iowa defeating Prall of US team in sprint events with amateur world marks.
May reports from Athens and Constantinople indicate Greece will not pay indemnity to Turkey and refuses direct negotiation. Dispatches note powers mediating, Crete governor general appointment, troop movements in Thessaly, and mounting political tension in Athens as the royal family faces a critical crisis with Prime Minister Ralli.
Maprio May 27. Extreme tension between political parties as the Heraldo defends Sagasto against conservative insinuations. It reports Camaguey district under rebels and a single Spanish column across 32000 square miles, noting no Spanish troops in eastern Cuba and calling pacification a comedy. It also hints messages supposedly from Dupuy De Lome criticizing Sagasta were authored by Madrid conservatives.
The Reichstag adopted a 30 million mark credit for rearming German artillery with improved field pieces. Radical leader Herr Richter said his party would support triple that amount for the purpose, noting the iron saved might be paid for in blood. A separate dispatch reports Japan importing 30 million gallons of kerosene from America, while a church incident in Crystal Springs, Arkansas, ends in a concealed weapons fine for a pious Black man. Sir William Gell notes varied Greek climates during a Morea journey, with summer in Messinia, spring in Laconia, and winter in Arcadia within fifty miles.
Reports from Havana indicate fear in the United States over consular reports exposing Weyler’s pacification efforts. Consul General Lee supports earlier warnings Spain cannot crush the insurrection, while condemning Weyler’s results amid Chinese residents facing outrages in Cuba.
Washington May 29 President McKinley considers and will act on Commissioner Evans report on consolidating pension agencies ordered by Cleveland. The report urges revoking the order and keeping agencies in their pre consolidation positions as if no order had been made.
Washington May 28 Henry O Havemeyer president of the sugar trust is found not guilty by a jury after the court instructed the jury to acquit in the case over refusing to furnish information requested by the senate sugar investigating committee.
Fireworks display in Nantes France leaves four dead and twenty four injured by a bomb blast. Dr W J Leyds plans to return to the Transvaal with Chamberlain's settlement proposals. Judge Adams upholds 1887 riot liability act in Chicago. Railroads sue for 1.5 million over 1894 labor troubles. Hungarian elections ignite Croatian Slavonian riots. Bosnyaczsi sees a deadly riot with fourteen killed and thirty wounded. De Lome spurns McKinley Cuba offer. warship may go to Havana. Venezuelan congress balks at Cuba recognition. Democratic senators caucus to oppose internal revenue tobacco beer tax in tariff bill. Cabinet discusses Cuba relations. Morgan resolution looms. McKinley aims a forward step to halt Cuban bloodshed without war.
Senator Morgan predicts Spain will declare war on the United States, estimating a twenty five day conflict costing about fifty million dollars. He cites cabinet discussions on required preparations possibly reaching five hundred million and says the belligerency resolution may pass soon to settle the Cuban question.
Indianapolis May 27 The federal grand jury returned nine indictments against John F. Johnson former president of the State National Bank of Logansport Indiana He is charged with violations of national banking laws including forgery with fifteen counts total and a shortage around 350000.
Lokal Anzeiger notes a young artisan arrested in Tsarskoe Selo park near St. Petersburg with a dagger and revolver. He allegedly planned to kill the czar for fame and a subsequent hanging as a hero.
The government hurries work in absence of liberals as lawmakers pass indemnity for Cuban home rule. Senate expected to follow and both chambers suspend sittings sine die, aiming to delay a crisis until autumn.
Cullom introduces a pooling bill by request to amend the interstate commerce law. The Chicago freight bureau prepared the measure requiring five year limits on pooling contracts and defined rate ranges with ICC approval before taking effect. Senate committee work on a separate railway legislation plan is expected to be reported soon.
In St. Louis on May 27 Congressman Bland defended the Morgan resolution while criticizing Reed as the de facto leader of the House. Bland argued two thirds favor adoption but Reed’s wishes dominate and said the Morgan measure will not be voted on this term.
Consul General Lee reports to the state department that the number of Americans requiring relief in Cuba is larger than first thought, potentially reaching 1200. The item mixes other trivia about Sumeld tobacco yields and feats of strength by Frank Butler of Waterville Maine.
Tillman announces Senator Earles death and Senate adjourns. House also adjourns for Earle. Republicans plan added aides for tariff debate and limit speeches. Senate nominations include Conger to Brazil and Brooke to major general. Tariff bill proceedings continue with Aldrich and Youk opposing. Cuba belligerency issue referenced but delayed.
INDIANAPOLIS May 20 John F. Johnson former president of the State National Bank Logansport was sentenced to ten years in the Ohio penitentiary by United States District Judge Baker.
Des Moines May 28. Patents allowed to Evans Clive for triple V shaped drag hitch improvements. Bessi son Ruthven for an attachment pole yokes to prevent accidental yoke separation. Rhoades Carmean Buggy Co. Marshalltown for four wheeled vehicle improvement to keep springs perpendicular. F Gould Des Moines for steam engine improvement to confine steam and reduce wear. Our practice extends to inventors in other states on same terms.
A Southe railway train en route London Hastings uses 88 passenger cars built in Troy New York. Ends house entrances and lighting is electric. A farmer notes a hen yields about two cents daily year round. A child lost sight after carbolic medicine mistake.
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