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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1898
Page
3
Adams Bros. and Des Moines visitors fill a page of notices including coffee prices, plow shoes, millinery arrivals, visits between Ames residents, church sermons, and plans for local improvements. The town's civic updates span council actions, mutual telephones, and a fire loss at a rural barn near Nevada.
The body of Sylvester Bryant was found on a railway bridge near Ames at daylight Sunday. An inquest ruled accidental death with no blame. Bryant, about thirty, a brick mason, had been seen drinking in Nevada and Ames before vanishing. He likely died when struck by a passing train while resting on the bridge. The body was moved to Nevada for burial.
Absolute safety without extra cost can be had by using the Blue Flame Sunshine Oil stove. Does not explode, is free from odor and produces a greater heat in less time than any gasoline stove manufactured. Sold by Swank & White.
A bulk roasted coffee is offered at two dollars per pound at Bradley and White's. Some accounts are to be settled before invoicing time at ApDaMs BROs.
The Masons of the county held their inaugural convention with nearly a hundred visiting Masons and wives. Events filled Odd Fellows Hall and the opera house banquet for about 200. Dr. Beardshear presided as toastmaster. talks covered Masonry by Comparison, Woman in Masonry, Special information, Co operation in Masonry, Changes, and George Washington Lodge.
In Monte Vista Colorado on March 30 at the Presbyterian church Henry Gilbert Blackmore and Miss Lizzie Maria Kegley wed with Rev. O B Baum officiating. The couple, now at home on a local ranch, are described as a respected settler and accomplished teacher. The Monte Vista Journal notes the wedding follows Blackmore’s long valley ties and teaching service.
120 acre farm described as well improved located 314 miles south of Ames. Interested buyers are asked to call at the farm or write Mrs. E Persons for details.
All accounts prior to January first 1898 on our books must be settled before April ninth 1898. J H Qeat & Co.
Two blocks north of the motor depot a ten room house offers modern conveniences and first class location. Inquire of C. H. Sies.
A letter from Van Chamberlain agt for J. H. Queal & Co. Ames expresses gratitude for liberal patronage during his management and hopes past differences won’t mar future peace, wishing differences be adjusted. The ad also promotes a one pound can of Victor Coffee by Mitter & Kooser.
Highland Park lost to Ames 5 to 0 on the college grounds last Saturday. The visitors scored three runs in the fourth inning, with controversy over a seventh inning possible homer. The home team next plays Drake on the college grounds after previously beating them 14 to 7.
The store invites customers to explore numerous departments including carpets dresses coats hats shoes and pattern goods. It emphasizes full stock and bargains across divisions such as clothing textiles notions and accessories to attract trade.
The Riedelsberger and Nagel recital drew a large audience last evening. Riedelsberger showcased high order violin playing and engaging lectures while Nagel demonstrated piano mastery. Garnett Hedge from Story City impressed with Schubert’s Serenade. The High School organized the event, and calls were made to start a formal lecture course. Notice announces unsettled notes must be settled at once with contact points.
Four room cottage located west of the school house at Gilbert Station with good cellar and well on one acre. For sale a Jewel gasoline stove in good condition offered at half value and delivery possible at Ames. Also builder's hardware from Swank & White and a sale on 7 lb raisins atBradley & White.
ApamMs Bros offer seven rooms for rent at their business location. Listing notes available space and rental terms. Local notice details are limited in the fragment.
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