This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 38 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1899
Page
4
A collection of phrases and mock headlines referencing figures such as Hobson Miles and Schley. It touches on politics, military acts, royalty, and humorous observations about values and disarmament while noting Manila meat prices and local trades.
Arthur Balfour suggests Britain may seek a companion for John Bull described as tall with a goatee and straps to his trousers in a tongue in cheek remark reflecting contemporary political humor.
The excerpt notes an expansionist crowd in Washington and references a Chicago beach show dog with gold-filled teeth. It also mentions offering home rule to the sultan of Sulu under the American flag and the dime museum managers.
Citizens accept levies on entertainment at rum shops arguing the special tax on musical performances is lawful. The commissioner views performances as taxable entertainment, though critics warn against endorsing misery through lawful constraint.
S L Hutchins and John E Patton lead a Chattanooga group seeking a charter to form branches in southern states to colonize Black people in the West. The plan asks Congress to grant state government and representation rights to new colonies and argues Black citizens should prove their governance abilities with self-rule.
In Des Moines Judge Woolson held the Burlington Voluntary Relief Association a public benefit and that its contract clause bars personal injury suits if benefits are accepted. The ruling in E. P. Conway vs Burlington road counters the Temple amendment and impacts future cases.
Boone March 5 The jury in Walter Hall indicted for murder in the first degree for shooting J. W. Brown at Fraser returned a verdict finding Hall guilty of manslaughter. It is thought to be a compromise verdict as the state argued a premeditated murder. A new trial is likely requested.
Harry Burton a 14 year old son of a Stearns mills engineer was playing near the mill when companions urged him to fling burning paper into a tin can. The powder in the can exploded, shredding his eyes and causing total blindness.
Sioux City dairymen organized to challenge the board of health in court over tuberculosis testing of dairy herds. A meeting with about thirty men led to a committee to hire counsel to defend owners and seek reimbursement for condemned animals amid a city tuberculosis scare.
Company M of the Seventh regiment colored immunes, raised in Des Moines last summer, has returned home to a large crowd. The two Grand Army of the Republic posts welcomed them as George L. Dobson, secretary of state, gave the address and Captain Amos Brandt spoke. The soldiers said they faced shameful treatment due to their color, especially in Macon, Georgia.
Des Moines hosts the state convention on August 9 with the Des Moines auditorium committee securing a $3,000 bond for completion. Final ballot results show Des Moines six votes, Sioux City four, and Davenport one.
A farmhouse near Onawa in Monona County burned killing Joshua Mc Gee's two children a 3 year old boy and a baby girl. The mother suffered fatal burns while trying to rescue them and the father was away at the time.
Jefferson City March 3 The St. Louis Iowa and Northern Railway company was chartered with a capital stock of 3 000 000. The road will extend from Eldon Iowa through Iowa and Missouri to St. Louis totaling 274 25 miles in Iowa and 249 in Missouri. The Des Moines Auditorium Association plans to build a new auditorium on vacant lots north of the Y M C A building with contracts signed at once and work to begin soon.
The Board of Control in Des Moines issues an order requiring uniforms for all state institution employees to take effect July 1. Employees must wear regalia of their grade and bids will be sought for goods. The board also prepares quarterly supply estimates starting April 1.
Des Moines reports auditor Merriam shows 1899 taxes to be delinquent after April 1 totaling over 18.6 million dollars across state, county, school and city levies. Per capita cost runs near ten dollars. School taxes lead the rise with a 150000 dollar increase, while city taxes climb 425000.
Adjutant General Byers reports a regular army order allowing the return of all soldiers who died in Manila or Honolulu to their homes at no cost to relatives. The Iowa department must provide a complete list of Iowa soldiers who died while serving abroad.
Cepar Barros reports a Bohemian saloonkeeper Frank Metela, distressed by his own hopeless illness and a one-and-a-half year old child’s sickness, fired two bullets into the child then killed himself. Both bodies lay in the house, Metela seated with burned clothing and a letter explaining the act.
Des Moines reports include Rev W N Coffey a Drake University student who stole 600 in gold and was jailed three and a half years plus costs. An inmate in Woodbury jail fired on a fellow prisoner. A Fort Dodge contractor’s horse was killed after a passenger engine passed. Naval cadet Osborne Deignan earns promotion for Merrimac sinking. Gear’s resolution to waive age limits is signed by the President. Daubney vs Daubney judgment awards Charlotte Daubney and clears two nephews of estate misappropriation. Newton Colfax delegations seek Iowa Central link with Des Moines and plans to connect with Iowa Central at Newton.
The War Department orders six regular regiments to sail from San Francisco to Manila to reinforce General Otis. The units include the Sixth Infantry and Sixth Artillery from various Atlantic coast stations, the Ninth Infantry from Madison barracks, the Thirteenth and Twenty first from New York, and the Sixteenth from Fort Crook. If relief of volunteers is possible, they may return. otherwise they will stay to support operations.
Wasuixnarox March 3 The president offered Senator Gray of Delaware a new circuit judgeship in the Third judicial circuit covering eastern and western Pennsylvania New Jersey and Delaware. Gray accepted the post to show appreciation for his service as a pe ace commissioner to Paris despite reluctance and political advice.
March 6 report from Manta says Wheaton’s out posts found rebels trying to cross the river to reinforce Guadalupe. A gunboat fired heavy shots into the jungle and shelled the enemy position, scattering them temporarily with heavy losses.
Wasnmerox March 6 Dewey raised his flag as admiral on board the Olympia and was saluted by the forts foreign warships and American ships in port including Narcissus and Kaiserin Augustaf.
Wasnmnerox March 3. The president has nominated Assistant Naval Constructor Richmond P Hobson to be advanced ten numbers from No 1 of the list of assistant naval constructors to No 8 on the list of naval constructors for extraordinary heroism.
General Toral once led Spanish forces at Santiago de Cuba has been arrested in Madrid and jailed pending court martial on the charge of capitulating to General Shafter on July 14 at Santiago.
Iowa patent report notes Joe S. Gerem of Des Moines received an exclusive right under Iowa law to advertise and distinguish his Purity Chocolates and Bon Bons. It lists other inventions by B F Emery of Creston and J Hartsorn with J C Means as assignee, plus patent consultation services offered by Thomas G. Onwie & Co.
Wm. L. Olive of Emporia Kansas is famed for work on high domes including the Capitol. He once flew a kite over Emporia College steeple to lift stronger cords and hoist a rope to bear his weight and reach the summit. A South Carolina bill seeks tobar labels bearing the palmetto tree on bottles by the state board of control.
General Otis replies to Alger stating insurgents hold no prisoners of war. He says three of their soldiers were captured near Cavite and Caloocan in January, while U S forces have captured over 1,500 insurgents since February 4 and hold most as prisoners of war. He adds he is providing money to the three captured men and dismisses Hong Kong reports as false.
The queen regent consulted statesmen and leaders and asked Sagasta to reconstruct the cabinet but he refused unless a dissolution occurs. Montero Rios also declined. Conservative leader Silvera accepted the task and is expected to propose a conservative ministry to the queen.
Rear Admiral Schley is directed by the president to accompany the body of Lord Herschell to England. The Brooklyn will transport the casket back to England, detached from the Havana station and ordered to Hampton Roads to prepare for the journey.
Maprio reports the new cabinet has taken the oath of office. Senor Silvela is premier and foreign affairs minister, Dato interior, Villa Verde finance, Duran justice, Polavieja war, Pidal public affairs and colonies, Admiral Camara marine. General Campos expected as senate president.
The Detroit arrives from Bluefields confirming that the Marietta and the British cruiser Intrepid landed marines there. They disarmed local forces and took control of the town, placing the custom house under a civil commission. A peace arrangement followed with rebel lives guaranteed.
The Quay trial is postponed again on a prosecutor’s motion amid suspected jury fixing hints. Jesse James Jr. is found not guilty of involvement in the Leeds Missouri Pacific train robbery after a swift jury deliberation. War plans anticipate Cuba evacuation and Philippine troubles may persist. A court of claims decision awards General Eagan back pay totaling 5 500 annually. Philippine casualties total 83 dead and 347 wounded. In the Senate Chandler reports the bribery charges against Hanna are unfounded, with a minority urging further inquiry.
The sessions span Feb 27 to March 4 with Senate and House advancing army and naval bills, public building appropriations, and district laws. Key acts include two months extra pay for overseas Army enlistees, armor plate pricing changes, and adjournment despite lingering naval appropriations. The scene ends with House Speaker Reed praised and national anthems and songs.
General Otis and aides meet the United States Philippine commission arriving from Hong Kong aboard the Baltimore. A residence on the Ermite waterfront is prepared for the commissioners with Colonel Denby expected on the next Hong Kong steamer. The article notes magnetic rocks near Boenholm in the Baltic and a magnetism causing compasses to dip.
The court of inquiry in Wasninotrox hears Lt Charles Dwyer and several Ninth Infantry sergeants describe repeated complaints about canned roast beef. Tests show nausea and bowel issues linked to canned and refrigerated beef, with later testimony noting tainted refrigerated meat and spoilage during transit to camps in Santiago and Puerto Rico.
Maprio reports Admiral Monte former Span squadron commander and Cavite arsenal chief jailed in the milits prison awaiting trial for their conduct at Manila. Government orders prosecution of Ge Linares who led at the capital during the action under General Shafter.
The Senate approved the nomination of George Dewey to admiral and Elwell Otis to major general by brevet for military skill and service in the Philippines. Congratulations were extended to both officers.
In Washington on March 6 Dewey publicly thanked Secretary Long and other officials for the great honor conferred upon him. The dispatch also notes a curious Isthmus flower that changes color and a Toledo stage scene using bricklike props that caused an injury when a real brick was hurled, tearing an ear open.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.