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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1904
Page
2
A roundup of light items comments from the Ames Times page includes satire on a eastern millionaire marrying his cook, gossip jests about Ma and Mr. Toulisan, and quips about a Washington lineup. Also notes a St Louis divorce, mustard brown socks in the army, baby naming worries, ashes scattering, Joe Jefferson praise, and a warning about counterfeit $100 bills bearing Thomas Benton.
New York reports reveal more than 600 people including many women and children perished when the General Slocum caught fire and sank off North Brother Island. Coroners count hundreds of recovered bodies as divers and tugs race to pull more from the waters and wreckage.
In the absence of explicit directions to the cook books for eating crow it is recommended that the bird be well cooked, lightly seasoned, and swallowed hastily.
At the commencement exercises the University of New York will confer the degree of master of letters on Mrs Russell Sage. The event marks a significant academic honor for her.
A railroad seeks the value of Sioux Indians injured in a wreck while some prefer to be last rather than ahead in danger. The item reflects post-accident discussions on compensation and risk among workers and tribes.
Joseph Chamberlain predicts a future where America must import its foodstuffs while dismissing the race death by own action notion as unfounded.
A French scientist suggests automobiling cures consumption, noting that few automobile enthusiasts are likely to die of the disease. The claim may be questionable, but the statement underscores a humorous link between driving and health.
A Wabasha Minnesota paper reports a young woman from the town says she is sick of being threatened with appendicitis. She warns that if the threats continue there will be trouble.
A Pittsburg man returned home and shot himself after supper was not ready. Police report suggests fear of the cook as motive and the act as an attempt to get even.
The remark suggests clergy divisions may enforce marriage bans on divorced individuals, while justices of the peace adapt by buying automobiles and relocating to brownstone fronts, highlighting social trend shifts.
A Pawtucket boy hit a ball that landed in a cotton mill powerhouse near the grounds and shut down the plant for the day. He then ran for home.
An editorial urges parents to kneel and pray before disciplining children, framing the approach as a foundation for discussion and future lessons. The piece contrasts this stance with more forceful methods and suggests seeking calmer, thoughtful guidance.
Queensland government offers a 25000 prize for a reliable method to exterminate the opuntia cactus. The prompt suggests uprooting every plant as the simple solution and claims the prize.
A report notes that aggressive ants, natural enemies of the boll weevil, are being introduced from South America. It forecasts that within years public pressure will mount to find ways to control or eradicate the ants.
A woman alleging to be Cecil Rhodes's daughter has been located in South Carolina. The report notes the rarity of widows and daughters of Cecil appearing in various parts of the civilized world.
The American Medical Association says young men are overworked and exhausted by efforts to operate unreliable cars, noting frequent breakdowns as a key factor in their fatigue and stress.
Thirty two prisoners confined in the bull pen were shipped yesterday to Florence. Their cars will join a Denver and Rio Grande train at Florence and go to Pueblo. From there they are to board a Santa Fe train bound south possibly to Old Mexico.
A short saying notes that a ten dollar gold piece can be broken by any strong or determined effort, suggesting it is not the strength but the will that matters. The remark conveys a caution about vulnerability of precious coins.
General Bobrikov governor general of Finland was shot twice at the entrance to the Finnish senate in Helsinki and mortally wounded. The assassin identified as Schaumann, a 60 year old son of Senator Schauman, killed himself. Bobrikov is being taken to Saint Petersburg in a dying condition. The attack is described as Finnish patriotism.
Cripple Creek Colo June 15 Colonel Verderbeck in command during General Bell absence issues order under military control prohibiting any organization from furnishing aid to its members or families in the county unless channeled through military authorities.
A talkative man struggles to attract willing listeners as he attempts to share his ideas. The difficulty highlights reception gaps and social dynamics in public dialogue.
Daily Mail reports Russian forces failed at Teliesu near Vafangow after attempting a relief of Port Arthur. Japanese forces enveloped and routed the Russians with over 500 killed and 300 prisoners plus fourteen field guns. Japanese losses estimated around 1,000.
St. Petersburg reports General Stakelberg's telegram describing a failed right flank attempt due to a Japanese counterattack. He notes heavy losses to batteries and guns, with troops showing steadiness under repeated orders, as Port Arthur siege chatter persists from Mukden with unconfirmed assault rumors.
A jury before Justice Spencer awarded Morris Menges $1,000,000 plus interest for one year nine months in the suit against General Louis Fitzgerald over services in bringing the Western Maryland railroad sale to a syndicate. Prominent witnesses included George Gould and other capitalists.
Rumor claims 1000 Russian casualties in the Port Arthur assault, unverified. Meanwhile Japanese observer reports praise for tactics but criticism of strategy after the Wafangong engagement. Kuropatkin assumes direct command as naval and military attaches depart for southern developments.
Tokyo reports a bold Vladivostok squadron raid that ended as the fleet disappeared off Cape Hanshi heading north. Rumors say Kamimura may have sent vessels toward Vladivostok to meet them, aided by foggy weather and guarded by secrecy. The Russians overhauled only three transports Sado Hitachi Izumi as they approached Korea Strait.
A historic storm inundates Guantanamo with rain from Monday into Tuesday. The Guaso Bano and Jaibo rivers overran banks, killing at least ten people and washing away property. Many bodies recovered. communications cut off. railroads damaged. cattle dead along riverbanks.
London reports Kuropatkin left Liao Yang on June 17 to command the army advancing toward Port Arthur. The Daily Mail notes advance guards of General Kuroki’s forces collide with Russians fifteen miles south of Tashieh.
Tokyo reports the sinking of the transports Hitachi and Sado by torpedoes. Four hundred survivors from Hitachi reached Moji and 153 survivors from Sado arrived at Kokurto.
St Petersburg reports Russian war losses with Navy 44 officers and 920 men killed 13 officers and 220 men wounded Army 36 officers and 980 men killed 103 officers and 2080 men taken prisoner 20 officers and 696 men.
A collection of light anecdotes features a minister and a wedding or funeral remark, a Harvard professor joking with sophomores, a London lawyer credits an errand boy, a New York detective’s clock heist, a casino clock theft, and a Swedish Duluth servant seeking a vacation with a husband on his honeymoon.
Fredericksburg Indiana resident Rev Enoch P Stevens extols Dodd's Kidney Pills claiming they cured his kidney trouble after nightly and daytime awakenings. He says he has recommended the pills widely with no reported failures and links kidney health to pure blood and overall health.
An advertisement asserts Defiance Cold Water Starch offers 16 oz for 10 cents, more than rivals at 12 oz. It also notes a social aphorism about a girl who would not feel ashamed if others did not know she knew it.
An ad claims Mrs Winston's Soothing is a 26c bottle that eases gum discomfort and wind colic in children. It adds a wry line about a man tolerating his wife’s leadership as long as she keeps him unaware.
A local advertisement for Calo floor finish promises wood shine and mentions Chas Naeckel & Sons of Davenport Iowa as put up merchants. The text also includes a stray phrase about contrition noted as ex post facto.
In a New York Weekly witty exchange, Winkers notes a man so mean he would brand an umbrella with his name. Minkers questions the level of his meanness as the quip unfolds.
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