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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1907
Page
5
Ames notes report Frank Sult, formerly with D. Ryan bakery in Des Moines, has joined Frank Stultz’s bakery in Ames. Other items mention Prof. A. A. Bennett's day in Iowa City and George Tilden visiting family, with several local residents taking drives and visiting relatives over the Easter period.
John M. Wells, county surveyor, was in town on Wednesday afternoon locating the corner stone for a building under construction by Geo. Baker.
Dr. Hart has purchased seven and one quarter acres south of the campus at Faculty Place. He plans to plat the tract and place part of the land on the market.
I. O. Schank bought a Welch street lot from Prof. F. J. Resier and friends expect construction soon. The purchase is welcomed by many in the community who look forward to a new building.
The home being built by W. J. Semmons at the corner of State and Burnett streets is rapidly taking shape with the walls nearly enclosed and the structure close to a house.
Spence has purchased the property on Douglass street occupied by Prof. Dinsmore. Dinsmore holds a lease that expires in the fall, making immediate occupancy by Spence unlikely.
Reports from the country say farmers are busy sowing oats and preparing for spring tasks. With recent weather, there is little doubt that early sowing is advisable.
W F Gaston of Posco Ga says Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is the best medicine for whooping cough he has used. The remedy is described as safe and sure and is available from Loughran Bauer and Joel Cc. Cagrion.
Mr. Zumwalt was awarded twenty four dollars in Justice Thompson's court on Saturday afternoon for plowing done on W. A. Gossard's farm. He produced a contract showing no reason for nonpayment and warranted payment without suit.
Mrs. A. E. Sykes stepped on a nail in the yard last week. Initial fears of blood poisoning followed, but later reports show little ground for alarm and she is recovering nicely.
W. T. Cushing, a freshman at the college, was severely injured Wednesday afternoon while trying to board a passing motor near the stock judging pavilion east of the lower station. He was unconscious, then recovered, with a head wound and leg injury, and walked to the hospital with help.
Nelson Perry, a longtime Colo resident, died at his home Monday and was buried Wednesday. Dr. C. E Haunt led the funeral services for the Masons.
The State college at Ames reports a prosperous condition with promising outlook for next year. Enrollment for 1906 07 reached 2381 after removing duplicates, and all signs indicate a larger total forthcoming. Colfax Clipper notes satisfaction among supporters.
C Cammack, longtime harness maker at Sammy & Miller in Ames, has left the Ames shop to take charge of a newly purchased business in Baxter. He leaves with best wishes from friends while the local shop seeks a suitable replacement to run the Ames operation.
George Thompson, a year with the Western Union Telegraph, is sent to Baraboo Wisconsin to take charge of a local office. He left Tuesday to begin duties and will earn a starting salary over forty dollars monthly as he continues sending messages and progresses.
WwW H Pew of the department of animal husbandry has been chosen professor of animal husbandry at the New Hampshire agricultural college. A new department will be started next fall. Mr Pew lives in Youngstown Ohio and has attended the college only two years. He had a university education before entering and is regarded as a strong graduate of the present season. The New Hampshire position is considered very desirable and Pew is fortunate to secure it.
J M Neeland vice president and general manager of the Pan American railroad visited Ames over Easter as guest of his sister Mrs R W Halpenny. His home is in Los Angeles and he met with EB Harriman about a proposed extension to his railway system.
Ww J Semmons launched a fashion advertising system by mailing free current Ladies Home Journal fashion sheets to inquirers. The method widens reach among unfamiliar customers and yields increased trade. The Journal's cover designs inspired an Easter show window and a display early this week.
Kelley Boy W. H. Lytle of Kelley and a 1902 graduate of 1.8.A. received a telegram this morning announcing his appointment as state veterinarian of Oregon with a salary of 2000 dollars yearly and 1500 dollars for traveling expenses. He will oversee sheep scab eradication, a major veterinary issue in the state.
J D Woodruff has performed well in recent weeks and will soon complete college work to accept a traveling representative role for the Midland Lyceum Bureau of Des Moines. He plans to begin in the next weeks and, before the season, will place talent for the bureau while awaiting the platform slot.
Aime city residents are seeing a novel ad in J. W. Adams' grocery window. A large clock dial with hands shows the time while placards advertise fruits and vegetables nearby, making the display both timepiece and product showcase. The setup draws public attention as an innovative marketing method.
Posters for the armory production on April 15 attract wide town attention. Cast includes General Lincoln Captain Knapp R E Rushmore Bob Clark J B Ashby H C Kegley Harley Mc Elyea Glenn Falta Fred Walkey Grace Tinsley Bernice Shugart Vera Prime and Ed Clark with the full list to be announced.
A public letter compliments Parley Sheldon for his office and urges him to paint his house and town property with Devoe paint. The writer notes the lasting beauty and broad impact of paint, appealing to municipal pride and consistency with his administration. Loughran & Bauer are cited as local dealers for the product.
The Millionaie club will host a party in Smith's hall Friday evening. Ruth Ewers was a guest of Mrs. E O Montgomery at Boone last week. Mrs C R Parks has returned from visiting her parents at Boone. Miss Louise Rowe visits General and Mrs Lincoln until after Thursday's wedding. Edna Williams and Phoebe Zimmerman spent Easter at Edna's Madrid home. All members and friends urged to attend. Mrs Orie Huffman and children returned from Cambridge after a week visiting relatives. Max Teske of Iowa Telephone Co left for Eldora where he was married to Nellie Brickle. It is understood they plan Ames as their future home.
At the annual Des Moines Woman's Press meeting on Monday officers were elected. Captains include Mrs A B Billington as president Miss Mary Cockerly first vice president Mrs F R Conaway second vice president Mrs Ogilvie corresponding secretary Miss Sue McNamara treasurer Mrs Henry Wallace historian Mrs Charles Clarke librarian and delegate I F W. at Oskaloosa Miss Alice Hepburn recording secretary Directors named are Mrs Durley Mrs Reichard Mrs Drake Miss Emily Stapp and Miss Cookerly.
Fred Rasmussen in Prof. McKay's department was notified by wire this morning that he had been elected special professor in charge of dairying for the state of New Hampshire.
A free measuring party will be held Tuesday evening April 9 1907 at the Odd Fellows hall. The event promises a musical treat and refreshments. Dagwin's drug store will provide bags for those not reached by letter.
The Ames high school debating society will hold its last session of the season next Thursday April lith at 8:00 p.m. in the assembly room. Alumni members will debate three of their group against a team from the society with special music and all Alumni students and faculty invited.
The House defeated the Board of Control bill yesterday by a 58 to 45 vote. Officials and lawmakers debated the measure amid questions over oversight and funding.
The marriage of Miss Jeannette Bartholomew and Lieut Rush Blodgett Lincoln occurs this evening at eight in the Congregational church with Rev W J Minchin officiating. The ceremony features uniformed I N G and college officers, a reception at the bride’s home, and a later voyage to San Francisco and then to the Philippines for service. Out of town guests include Adjutant General and Mrs Thrift and other military and Boone Des Moines attendees.
Gen and Mrs Lincoln hosted Bartholomew Lincoln wedding party at dinner Tuesday. Thirty guests sat at two round tables with heart shaped place cards and rose shaded candelabra. Assisted by Miss Lincoln and Mrs Frank Graves.
Citizens are asked to leave rose bushes or shrubs at Kooser's grocery for the Ladies Cemetery association which will send for them.
The committee invites neighbors to a public discussion at the Armory on Saturday night April 6 at eight o clock about the interer ban ordinance to be voted on Monday. Voters are urged to attend.
The Christian church women announce a bazaar and merchants advertising sale at the Odd Fellows hall on Thursday April 18. A New Kongland dinner and a chicken pie supper will be served.
Professor E E Smith of Beloit college will lecture in the engineering assembly room at eight this Thursday evening on water purification with emphasis on the Chicago drainage canal. The talk is free and open to those interested in the field.
Bob Clark secured the cup by shooting 23 of 25 in the Wednesday afternoon cup shoot. Talbott and Young each had 22. Clark totaled 86 of 100, with Talbott second at 80, as participants Dr. Hatcher Maxwell Mr. Brodie Maxwell and Mr. Mowrey Boone attended.
Low-rate colonist tickets on sale daily until April 30. Daily tours in through Pullman tourist sleeping cars to San Francisco Los Angeles and Portland. Very low round trips to San Francisco and Los Angeles April 25 to May 18 limited to July 31 and June 8 to 15 limited to August 31. Also to Portland and North Pacific Coast June 20 to July 12 limited to September 15. Stopover arrangements available. Apply to ticket agents of the North-Western Line for details.
Mr William Henry of Chattanooga Tepn reports rheumatism in his left arm with muscle weakness. He used Chamberlain's Pain Balm and night wrap of flannel, experienced gradual relief and full recovery in three weeks. For sale by Lughran Bauer and Joel Cagrion.
A handful of Ames merchants highlighted the season with festive window decorations. Caniel Bros. and Herman drew praise for their attractive display, the Fair store attracted crowds, and Cupps & Cupps millinery featured floral window art amid green lattice work.
The Commercial Club holds its regular monthly meeting Friday evening. Topics on the agenda include the Interurban franchise ordinance and breeders' stock sale.
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