16 Jun 1898
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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1898
Page
1
The Times cites bizarre Danbury scene where a 71 year old man elopes with a 68 year old woman amid volunteer call confusion. It notes varied wartime opinions and local anecdotes including a Canadian postal card symbolizing Anglo American friendship and commentary on Iowa troops' equipment and morale.
A mixed column notes the Omaha Exposition crowds, a Sun day baggage car fire on the Iowa regiment, a Marshalltown residence tax impact, and rail fare promos for the Federation of Women's Clubs. It recalls English colonial power and an Anglo American alliance scenario, with a local drug store ad for Dr King’s New Discovery.
Apams Bros introduces a new coffee offering titled Down to Date at 10c per cup. The notes mention a fall line of wuslin underwear, with TupeNn Bros & Co as the seller.
Engineering News of New York discusses Prof. A Marston’s steel tank tower at Iowa State College. The 168 foot tall eight column structure holds about 1 2 million gallons and features curved forms, a five story frame, limestone capstones, and thoughtful architectural styling to emphasize gravity system reliability and appearance.
A promotional piece urges planning and frugality to avoid ruin, promoting Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy as essential. It cites John Oliver of Philadelphia praising Electric Bitters for life saving relief, and endorses 50 cent bottles sold by L. M. Bosworth. Also mentions high grade Adams Bros bread.
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