19 May 1892
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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1892
Page
1
The item profiles Lon G. Hardin, noting his shifts from attorney to minister to lecturer, and his eventual rise in a field described as promising wealth and fame. It mentions his nickname Cal, his pole of a ball column, and a brief aside on Omaha Methodists and a new Democratic paper planned near Cornell Bluffs. It also references moisture-driven floods in the South and crop losses.
The column notes Lafe Young and Lion Young in party politics, then reports a June start for an electric railway linking St Louis and Chicago. Trains are planned at 100 mph with overhead crossings and rail viaducts to avoid crossings, 6.5 foot driving wheels, and rapid two‑way construction midway between the cities.
The state convention gathers in Webster City this week drawing large attendance. With Methodist ministers in Omaha and Congregationalists away from their charges, many communities face a period without regular divine services. Webster City Daily Herald shifts to a morning edition and praises its editor Weston as a rising Iowa newspaper talent.
The piece asserts Iowa Democrats are united for Boies and notes sentiment against Blaine, arguing Blaine has not pursued the nomination and should remain out of the race to avoid harming the party. It warns of a foiled Minneapolis push to nominate Blaine and predicts GOP defeat if forced.
The Omaha conference plans to add a rule prohibiting church members from using tobacco. Currently only ministers are barred by the code. Attendees report the issue will be debated and likely enacted by the next conference.
The text urges diligent road work during the coming season. It argues that finishing a mile properly avoids redoing it next spring and contends that roads are consistently poor, so the motto do whatever you undertake well should guide road making with extra care.
The article profiles Capt. Ben known as Sleepy Angel Bell for his Iowa campaign work and tariff plank writing. It recalls his postmaster days under Cleveland, his health and wealth spent on free trade, and his outspoken stance on national issues amid Iowa and Oregon political events.
J M Bratwarp returns from Florida and other sunny regions. Jacon Wartz claims corn planted as late as June 26th yielded a good crop. The Collins Clipper hints at C G McCarthy in contention for state auditor. The Tomes praise a certain man, and Republicans may nominate Governor Gear for Congress.
A letter laments abuse in newspaper coverage of politicians. It argues personal attacks degrade public trust and harm honorable officials, urging adherence to journalistic principles and focus on conduct rather than character.
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