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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1907
Page
2
The Ames Times weighs political drift toward Roosevelt with satirical observations on prohibition in Kentucky and Grover Cleveland era recall. It notes a mild winter forecast, the failed corn huskers union, and local notes including the Detroit seed man D M Ferry’s death, a man feigning female identity, a Freemont peanut eater death, and a padder postmaster in Wilmette.
The Jewel Record editorial quotes invitees and political figures about Allison’s re election and Cummins ties, with commentary from Claude Campbell. The column notes Singer Building height plans in New York and a Boone county accident. It also jokes about Claude Campbell’s age and past молking.
Dr and Mrs White of Slater occupy a compact suite since no vacant houses exist in town. Their former home was sold and they received thirty days to vacate. A new house is under construction but not yet ready, so they must stay in a flat until completion. Slater endures the same housing famine Ames has faced for years.
J G Jenkins of Chapel Hill North Carolina urges widespread use of Bucklen's Arnica Salve. He claims it quickly relieves pain from a felon and heals rapidly. Described as best on earth for sores burns and wounds and priced at 25 cents at any druggist.
An old time player recalls Arthur Cummings, a New York youth who allegedly invented curve pitching. In a 1867 Washington game his pitches curved wildly, baffling Washington's players and umpire, and after initial reservations he gained control. Cummings later joined the Athletics, becoming a star as others copied the trick.
A brief note describes a hidden method to polish glassware for maximum brilliance. It promises superior results beyond common cleaning, advising to wash pieces and drain them before applying the secret technique.
Instructions describe drying, then coating pieces with a half water and ammonia mix. Brush the surface with a soft bristle brush to ensure even polish. Suitable for glassware and can rejuvenate worn pieces to appear like new.
A pawnbroker forces the return of a woman's photograph from a watch pawned by a seedy young man. The man postpones redemption, but the broker insists on removing the picture, warning that sentimental attachment should not linger in his shop.
A French soldier returning home after years away fell asleep in a church during Sunday service. In a vivid dream of a spy trial and execution, he dies when his wife taps his neck with a fan, mistaken for the guillotine blade.
An earnest countryman and two friends seek entry to the British Museum during a special holiday. The keeper refuses due to a closing day. When told a mummy died recently and they plan a burial, the visitor relents and leaves quietly.
A Chicago News article explains horn composition and uses from knife handles to crucibles for gold and silver. It notes horn plates once used in windows and lanterns, and describes how heating allows molding into various forms. Claims of Dr King’s New Discovery curing severe lung ailments are included, with testimonial. A stray line mentions Rocky Mountain Tea.
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