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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1897
Page
5
A collection of quirky remarks touches on municipal vetoes in Dale, aging jails, and reform. Ques tions about the mayor’s fate mix with oddities such as Blondin’s Niagara crossing and the fate of the fool killer. The piece notes tobacco from Cuban seed grown in Wisconsin and rough road conditions from Connecticut to the western states.
The piece contrasts Yi Hung Chang's Grand Army badge with an old yellow jacket and a bedraggled peacock feather once seen by the Chinese Emperor far away. Mrs. Besant is quoted on burnt butter offerings possibly drawing rain. An unemployed Chicago man supported two to three people on $18 for three months as hard times teach economy.
Archer Broderick aged 9 Walter Calhoun 18 Bert Dupree 16 John Broderick 12 Archie Cunningham 12 Charley Childs 14 Barney McGuire 14 and Charley Kelb 14 were arrested on larceny charges. The petty gang has troubled Burlington with numerous burglaries and most confessed, with sentences to the reform school.
Wright county farmers plan to sow more wheat as corn yields and prices fall. Wheat at 50 cents per bushel has strong demand. Clarion dealers bought over 5,000 bushels at that price, prompting a shift to wheat.
Edward Jorpeland a 24 year old starch shoveler at the glucose works was struck by a street car in Marshalltown March 17. About fifty spectators witnessed the accident and warned him but he walked onto the moving car despite the danger.
A remark links a woman's cure of kleptomania by a whipping to Delaware whipping-post history. The article notes that the Delaware reforms record is not available in this note.
The Duchess of Fife is an ardent de votee of the wheel. She recently bought a handsome black walnut wheel mounted with grass and, though 100 years old, it remains in excellent working condition. With this wheel she spins yarn into golf stockings for her husband in kilts.
In the New York Supreme Court Justice Pryor’s opinion a lawyer argues a man marries for money to improve his standing. The justice calls such a motive infamous and notes no appeal was reportedly taken.
A national movement in Japan seeks to convert the public to meat consumption. The piece notes Japanese imitates of Europe and America, with belief that fresh foods may improve body and mind when replacing rice and cereals. It predicts meat eaters will celebrate if results prove favorable and mock vegetarians.
The Post Office Savings Bank marks thirty five years since inception with a summary from the Pall Mall Gazette. From 1861 deposits began at 435 totaling £951, rising to 6,474,484 deposits and £15,034,694 in 1885. By December 31, 1885, 3,535,650 depositors held £47,697,838, plus 30,597 depositors with government stock worth £2,452,252, illustrating thrift and saving facilities across the United Kingdom.
Governor James Sheakley reports strong prospects for Alaska gold mining in the annual interior department submission. He notes $2,300,000 in gold bullion produced in the year to date, driven by low grade ores yielding profits near four dollars per ton and growing confidence in Alaska as a gold producing country.
Dr. J. H. Travis of Eagle Grove and Oliver Kirkberg, four miles west, drowned in the Boone River near John Wasem's. The pair were in a buggy that was washed into the water after the graded approach washed out, following the doctor’s recent patient visits.
In Axamosa on March 18 the Oxford Mills physician Dr. Bobo was indicted by the grand jury after days of testimony on the death of Miss Belle Sutliff by abortion. Bond raised to $3,000. A hard fought trial is anticipated with much testimony on both sides and strong public belief of conviction.
Washington March 18 Col A W Swaim of Oskaloosa Iowa awaits appointment as consul general to Montevideo and before meeting President McKinley had his hair cut by a nationally renowned barber. He now resembles an American citizen with Chesterfieldian mien rather than Sitting Bull or Buffalo Bill.
In Creston on March 20 Will Hanpeman killed himself by cutting his throat with a razor in a water closet. He had recently returned home from the asylum three weeks ago and was found by his wife. He leaves a wife and three children.
In Wapello on March 20 the jury found Orval McPherson guilty of murder in the first degree for the killing of Marshal Finley at Morning Sun and recommended a life sentence.
Sioux City First National Bank resumes business after suspension on November 19 1596 and temporary receiver oversight. The reopening restores normal banking operations and customer service.
Des Moines reports that Mrs Mains, married to a husband who came from Menlo to secure a wife, has been awarded temporary alimony to enable her to pursue a divorce.
Humboldt reports the North ern Roller Milling dam was swept away by high water and moving ice, causing a breakup of the structure. The event occurred as flood conditions affected the area around Humboldt on March 20.
Red O'Brien, a Burlington native, received a fourteen year term in Savannah Mo prison for a bank robbery in St Joseph on February 6 1896. He was linked to several Burlington area safe cracker cases but no proof. His mother still resides in Burlington.
March 19 in Onebolt Dave Pennington armed with a public safety item began a murderous spree targeting enemies. He wounded Mrs Johnson and Mrs Stolt, killed Luther Traver, then shot himself ending the rampage as police closed in. Pennington had clear mental illness.
Mrs. Wm. Semper of Calamus area fled family vigilance and leaped into the Wapsie river after escaping to a nearby bank. She had a history of mild insanity with two prior hospitalizations but was believed recovered enough to stay at home.
Des Moines reports Gov. Drake issued a proclamation calling for aid for starving Indians. A relief committee mails circular letters to local aid committees statewide with the proclamation enclosed.
Advices from Minneapolis announce the death of Mrs. Victoria B. Dolliver nee Augusta Larrabee daughter of ex Governor Larrabee who wed the congressman Dolliver’s brother six months ago. A serious accident at Council Bluffs Vinegar Works injured foreman Andrew Sorrenson when a buhr designed for 400 rpm ran at 1000 rpm. Richard Ripperton’s self administered morphine path at Draco Sanitarium Anamosa ended in suicide per doctor. Senator Ellis drafts a stronger temperance substitute with two new sections banning manufacturing site drinking and mandating operation only where mulch is active. Atlantic Bank of Atlantic suspended Oct 1 1896 assets exceed liabilities. depositors agree to speed real estate liquidation and avoid litigation. Iowa caucus rumors name federal officers for Southern and Northern districts and list possible pension agent and Brazil trip for E H Conger if appointed.
March reports indicate no eastward war but a pacific blockade of Greece. Greeks, Crete, and frontier tensions surge with fleets moved, Greece backed by Russia as fronts tighten and Greek warships recalled for reinforcement.
The Railway Age lists prospects for 1897 with 17 511 miles in 300 lines under construction or proposed. If 1120 percent of this projection is reached, it would nearly equal all new work in the past two years. Indian and Oklahoma territories lead with 1 917 miles, though most lacks funding. Texas lines totaling 1 565 miles face similar funding gaps.
In Des Moines the extra session produced a major event as Lambert exposed a letter detailing a lobbying fund of 2395 dollars for Iowa federation building and loan managers. The letter prompted probes into the speaker Byers and committee appointments, with multiple resolutions appointing investigations and a temporary shift in leadership.
A Havana Sun dispatch reports a major battle at Sabana near Sancti Spiritus between Gen. Gomez forces and a 2000 strong Spanish column. Spanish officials give no details but rumors say the Spaniards suffered a terrible defeat. Porrua has been summoned to Madrid and Roloff may have landed in Pinar del Rio with 8000 guns and ammunition before sailing elsewhere.
Washington March 18 Senator Wilson of Washington seeks revocation of President Cleveland's forest reservations. An interior department opinion says President McKinley can void an order by a predecessor. Wilson with Carter of Montana and Clark of Wyoming prepared a letter urging nullification. The matter will be presented to the president soon.
William Fees, a farmer five miles west of Wamego, Rap, fatally shot his wife and her mother and his sister in law Miss Johnson, then killed himself. The wife had recently left him and refused to return. The other two women and her father were wounded. their recoveries are uncertain and Mr Johnson's condition is critical.
Seventy-eight lives feared lost after the Ville de St Nazaire foundered off Cape Hatteras. Most aboard were foreign sailors and officers, with sixty of the dead being colored. Four were saved while seventy-one crew members and eleven passengers were aboard at departure.
Newport Kentucky March 20 Scott Jackson and Alonzo Walling were hanged for Pearl Bryan's murder. They confessed they killed her accidentally by giving an anesthetic while attempting an abortion.
The president accepted Washington Hesing's resignation as Chicago postmaster after cabinet review and sent to the Senate the nomination of Charles A. Gordon as his successor.
A California legislature debate centers on using voter photography to deter illegal voting. A Yalta dispatch reports a bloody clash between Russians and Turks with shops demolished and several wounded arrested. Navy Secretary Long seeks 8 000 tons of Harveyized armor for battleships Alabama Illinois Wisconsin under a 300 per ton cap. A Key West cable notes Gen Carlos Roloff may lead Cuba expedition with three cannon two quick firing guns 5 000 rifles and ammo.
Washington March 15. The extra session of the Fifty-fifth Congress convened at noon with Reed elected speaker after nominations by Republicans Bailey by Democrats and Bell by Populists. Adjourned until Thursday. Nominations for ambassadors and ministers were sent to the Senate, and pension and canal bills discussed as Congress convened and adjourned multiple times.
Des Moines reports show the Senate debating the revenue bill with no major changes. House and Senate actions include building and loan measures, insurance provisions, and tax plans for telegraph and streetcar companies. A new militia law to promote meritorious soldiers was enacted, while debates over indebtedness limits and tax exemptions continued.
The Memphis flood report states eight hundred square miles of Arkansas are underwater with the river rising. In western Marion district hundreds are rescued. stock saving halted to focus on people. Thousands displaced, largely dependent on charity. about a dozen black lives reported lost. Relief steamers ferry negroes to the Memphis levee amid widespread inundation.
Washington Hesing resigns as Chicago postmaster to pursue the mayoral race. He says stepping down removes any conflict with critics who claimed he held one office while seeking another.
Des Moines reports Henry Principal of Des Moines received a copyright for a dress cutting system. J Cundiff of Union Iowa was granted a patent for a portable fence wire weaving machine. State patent counts show Missouri leading with 18 and New York 70.
Hunters in Kansas earn about $2 daily by slaying jack rabbits whose skins fetch three cents each from eastern hatters who use the hair in soft hats. A Kansas City man burns his books annually at New Year and settles debts selectively. A revolving 362 foot palace is planned for the Paris exposition of 1900 with multi floor restaurants and theatres.
March 20 Jasper Florida reports a clash in Pe province between government troops and insurgents. Losses on both sides topped 1000, though which side suffered more is unclear. Other notes warn that excessive tea harms nervous systems and that South Dakota juries in divorce cases show mixed gender verdicts.
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