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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1895
Page
2
A column surveys diverse topics from labor boycotts of the boot and shoe trust to international tensions and entertainment. It notes a California dance hall bride to be, Minnie Palmer’s divorce as publicity, and critic Richard Mansfield’s Trilby project. Researchers claim Libyan era cannibals near Thebes 3000 years before Christ.
A Severy resident, 30 years in the church, goes to bed at 7 and rises at 5. He never used tobacco, alcohol, or swore an oath. The paper warns he may be a total wreck before hot weather, as a brass band starts nightly practice for December decoration day.
The discussion on grain monopoly in Germany cites a curious fact: crimes against property rise or fall with bread prices. It states a ratio of one crime per 100,000 inhabitants for about six extra pennies in bread cost. Morton hints at a similar beef theory.
A chronic critique of youthful carelessness warns against rushing into projects and changing plans. The piece argues scolding harms children, urging kindness from all authorities. It then reports Dr Louis Waldstein in Berlin claiming pilocarpine may aid cancer and consumption by stimulating white blood cells to block disease progression.
The experiment of making paper stockings and gloves has been ongoing and stockings sold for three cents a pair. The process uses a sizing bath of potato starch and tallow to give solidity and durability, resulting in an appearance similar to fabric goods.
Commentator notes hopes for a Nicaragua revolution once this season’s coffee harvest ends. The remark questions whether activists have enough grounds to act now and hints at unrest linked to crop cycles and rural economics.
Mrs J C Seely wife of a wealthy citizen and retired farmer killed herself by immersion in a rain barrel after days of despondency and prior threats. Her son found her body in the kitchen barrel at 10 PM. The family noted her nervous, highly demonstrative temperament and suspected insanity.
Des Moines reports frost across Iowa over Fri Sat Sun nights. J B Sage of the Iowa weather and crop service says the frost was general but not severe. Winter and spring wheat oats and corn mostly uninjured though gardens and fruits in northern areas and lowlands show some damage. He notes May frosts occur almost yearly with little impact on crops.
Henry Nordman was arrested in Monticello on burglary and arson charges tied to a carpenter's hardware store fire in Olin. He was brought to Anamosa jail after failing under questioning and implicating others believed linked to additional robberies, including a Lovell bank theft and a large blaze.
Cedar Rapids May 14 Cyrus Walgrave Eaton longtime Cedar Rapids mayor and volunteer fire chief dies. A noted Mason he led El Kahir Temple Mystic Shriners and Apollo commandery Cedar Rapids first Knight Templar in 1575. He served as grand commander Knights Templar of Iowa in 1890.
Sheriff Bray reports Lee Bros. of Mystic warn they may call in the military company as strike threats escalate. Workers, cut by new electrical machinery and wage cuts, push to work quickly across the Appanoose district amid financial strain.
Mrs Henry Aswegan, wife of a farmer north of LowA Faugs, died after taking sleeping medicine to ease distress over her child’s death by fire. The overdose proved fatal. she leaves a husband and four young children.
Cedar Rapids May 11 The State Federation of Women’s clubs elected officers with Mrs Anna Belknap Howe of Marshalltown as president and Mrs Mary Cogswell of Cedar Rapids as vice president.
A. A. Bull of Floyd township sues Dr. H. Masters of Sheldon for 5000 damages alleging he won his wife’s affections, caused her to abandon their family, and that abortion occurred during their intimate relations. Mrs. Bull left six children with her husband.
James A. Sheehan a 30 year Burlington brakeman on train 67 was killed one mile north of West Bend when the train broke in two as it pulled away from the water tank He was standing on the rear fender the hind end struck the head and body severed his head was severed from the body and both arms mangled He was about 50 and had thirty years in service.
Iowa City hosts the State Dental Society election with President Dr. Br. L. Brooks of Vinton and Vice President Dr. K. M. Fullerton of Cedar Falls. Secretary Dr. F. T. Breene of Iowa City. Treasurer Dr. A. R. Begun of Des Moines. Marshalltown named next meeting place. Dr. E. I. Brooks resigns as secretary of the State Board of Dental Examiners. Dr. F. P. Webber of Cherokee elected in his stead.
Pole planting has begun for a new telephone line to Columbus Junction forty six miles north on a project to connect with a Chicago company. Partnerships with northern and western extensions are planned.
Swanson Gust alias A A Von Otter was arrested in Mason City on May 10 for embezzlement from Berriman Bros. cigar manufacturers of Chicago. Authorities from Chicago took him into custody.
Washington May 12 Senators plan swift action after the new congress convenes to press for a formal Monroe Doctrine stance. Aimed at obtaining Nicaragua correspondence, the move may trigger a full senate inquiry if documents are not produced.
Managua reports Britain will receive 15000 pounds sterling on time as funds are raised by popular donations and three German mercantile firms contributing about 2000 pounds. Public sentiment in Nicaragua grows more hostile toward Britain, with talk of Central American unity to exclude British goods, likely aiding U.S. interests. The U S steamer Alert recently arrived at San Juan del Sur from Panama.
Washington May 12 Dr W W Johnston the physician attending Secretary Gresham has found his symptoms nearly identical to those of Secretary Blaine before his fatal illness Blaine suffered a chronic stomach disorder linked to indiscreet dieting and exercise his fainting spells once caused great alarm.
M. danotaux invited leading Paris financiers to discuss the impending Chinese loan at the foreign office. They considered how the bourse could aid in negotiations and the terms for French capital participation. The article notes a potential loan around £180 million to cover indemnity and postwar financial readjustment.
In the house of commons Sir Ronald Horne Macfarlane asked when the crofters bill would be taken up and warned that Scotch members would withdraw support. Chancellor Sir William Vernon Harcourt retorted in a furious tone that the Scots may do as they please.
Conversation reveals suspicion about a wife named Stone prior to marriage. She replies the name was fitting, while he questions the remark. She adds she threw herself on his head in a provocative retort.
The Rambler notes a minister has received a higher paying call elsewhere and has been home two days seeking guidance. Castleton asks what his wife thinks, and Rambler replies she is packing up.
Reports from Illinois to Iowa note heavy frosts over Friday Saturday and Sunday nights. Michigan shows significant fruit damage, Wisconsin and Minnesota report vegetation losses, Kansas tender plants killed, Nebraska injuries to vegetation and fruit, while wheat remains steady. Despite these hits, overall crop outlook remains encouraging. Osceola Wisconsin reports an inch of snow and freezing temperatures.
Premier Greenway told the assembled legislature that new points in the school question require another adjournment to June 13. Wixxives reports the rumor that Greenway and Attorney General Sifton may travel to Ottawa to meet with Lord Aberdeen about the remedial order, though no influence is expected to alter federal policy.
Semi official advices from Panama claim Costa Rica secretly allies with Colombian rebels by supplying arms and support. If rebels win Costa Rica may seek recognition of disputed territorial claims. Colombia warns of the danger and has moved to counter the pact. An agent has been to Washington and New York seeking large arms purchases.
A dispatch from Valparaiso reports that Chile and Bolivia have concluded a treaty of peace and friendship at Buenos Ayres on May 19. The accord promises mutual benefits to both nations and ends hostilities between them.
Various items: Gov Turney hanged in effigy in Unicoi County Tennessee. Missouri Senator Morrissey killed by his mistress in a St Louis house of ill fame. Gail Hamilton suffers paralysis stroke. Delaware legislature ties on US Senate choice with Dupont elected amid protest. Russia China accord discussed to extend Siberian railroad and allow Kirin New Chwang links. Governor Turney takes oath for two more years in Nashville. New York bill fate and Louisville murder case proceedings noted.
A Tokio dispatch reports ratifications altered in the Japan China treaty at Che Foo. Russia Germany and Britain seek to preserve Liau Tung peninsula terms, delaying surrender and awaiting indemnity payment. Formosa claims provoke French protest with Britain opposition noted. Times dispatch from Kobe says Japanese concession to allied powers disappoints the nation and tightens ministerial guard.
From Santiago de Cuba reports reach New York that the exodus of whites from Santiago continues amid government alarm. Divisions among rulers delay more troops while Salcedo ponders risks of new levies. displaced ex-soldiers seek discharge papers as General Maceo gains influence near Baracoa and Songo with several others affected.
The Iowa patent office lists grants to John W. Haw Fort Dodge for an improved boiler furnace and to C A Balire Moines for an automatic car locking jaw device. Six unique patents issued last week with printed specifications and free access to copies.
Minister Kurino characterizes claims of widespread trouble from Japanese on islands as ridiculous. He argues Japanese are orderly and industrious and notes the government condemns any misconduct by its subjects.
A clipped exchange in Lushforth describes a woman’s misery and swelling sleeves. Mrs complains about the tone being too sweet, while JT considers the discussion overly soft and dismissive.
Georgie asks about the name of pyramids and his father explains the term and its meaning, noting how the wonders evoke a sense of ancient desolation and awe. The dialogue suggests a child's curiosity and a parent's attempt to share historical context.
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