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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1890
Page
3
Going east and west schedules listed for the Chicago and North Western Railway with train numbers and arrival times. The excerpt notes limited passenger service with a Sunday exception and an agent named Geo W. Rogers.
Des Moines visitors drop by Ames and nearby towns as residents share travels and family events. Notables include weddings, births, illness recoveries, college events, and staff changes at the Iowa Agricultural College and regional schools.
A meeting of the stockholders will be held in the Court House on Saturday August 16 at 1 PM to consider issuing more stock. Geo H Maxwell president and C F Curtis secretary.
The I A C prize drill between the first and second battalions on College campus Wednesday afternoon ended with the second battalion winning after judges cited certain errors by the first battalion. Headquarters orders read, colors presented to the second battalion amid cheers as both cadets impressed observers.
The writer and his wife dined Sunday with Messrs Arnold Bros of the Hotel Arnold. They run the house on the latest plans with an excellent table and abundant market fare. The meals show skillful preparation by cook Chas. Penni.
The Cantata Ruth the Moabiter presented by Miss Eva Pike students last Saturday evening drew high praise for the cast and chorus with Ada Mills Ruth Duncan and Jennie Morrison singled out for strong singing. A rehearsal change moved J C Norton to F C Barrows in the sixth scene due to illness. The piece was described as first class with credit due to students and Miss Pike. The article also notes local announcements on construction projects street block progress and a forthcoming W R C meeting for Maxwell reunion. A missing umbrella and a minor theft at Hotel Arnold are recorded in brief notices.
The celebrated violinist Hans Albert and pianist F C Barrows will present a fine concert at the Agricultural College on Friday evening August 22.
Messrs Child and Coady plan a 34 by 52 foot barn at the corner east of Dr Beverly’s office and will open a livery. They bought carriages and harness from G H Maxwell and seek good business. Monday evening two frightened teams crashed down Main Street, damaging a buggy and a wagon. In Buffalo NY on March 29 1889 Kemmler killed his wife Tillie Ziegler with a hatchet after she left him. He later admitted the murder saying he would face the rope. Was there any humane method to execute such a criminal
Striped suitings reduced from 40c to 20c per yard. Plain suitings cut from 40c to 2c. Checked suitings, worsteds, brocaded worsteds at low prices. All wool fabrics discounted, lace banting offered. TILDEN.
W. W. Moore of the Grand Opera House in Des Moines reports frequent bilious colic and stomach pains. He credits Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy with relief. Sold by Westerman Arnold and L. M. Bosworth.
BiceElow & Smith announce fall stock of men's boys and youths suits in Story County with prices from 5.50 to 10.50. They claim unbeatable value and invite all buyers to call, noting their room is well lit and stock complete and underselling is not permitted.
The Central Iowa Veterans Association announces a reunion at Warnock's Grove Avon eight miles south of Des Moines on August 20 21 and 22. Reduced rail rates apply via several lines with one third fare on return tickets. Tickets for Polk Dallas Story Marion Warren and Madison counties available from local points. Camp fires tents and eating stands planned with speakers Dr Emory Mille Captain Hull General Given Judge Henderson Judge Wilkinson and others.
A German statistician estimates the annual catch on European and North American coasts at 150000 tons, equating to about 42000000 sheep in nourishment and 30000000 in washing power. The piece mixes curious trivia with broader politics and social observations from early 20th century journalism.
The Annual Teachers' Normal Institute for Story County will be held in Nevada Iowa starting Monday August 18 1890 and continuing for three weeks Teachers and others wishing to teach are urged to attend Ole Vu Rog Superintendent.
A note reflects on Andrew Carnegie’s gift offer of a free library to Ayr Scotland. The piece praises the "Spangled Scotchman" and foresees monuments to his generosity as the world sees communities enriched by his benevolence.
A promotional note offers a free copy of a book about a neighborhood trip to the Corn Palace. F. B. Bowes and J. F. Henry invite readers to request mailing details from rail passenger officials in Chicago Illinois and Manchester Iowa.
A Des Moines Telegram notes rising grain shipments with 3 to 4 cars daily boosting rail traffic. J H Reynolds works for future labors while Sophia Needham returns from Colorado. A Washington dispatch estimates state population around 2.1 million, with Iowa potentially gaining a new representative, as railroad land efforts spur westward migration and growth.
Minors Branch American Protective Tariff League argues free trade misleads farmers by promising foreign markets. It notes wheat exports fell as Russia and India supplied Europe cheaper, hurting U S producers who must compete with lower paid labor and undercut prices.
The Chicago & North Western Railway announces weekly excursions to California from Chicago to San Francisco with Colonist cars no change. Cars depart daily at 10 30 P M and arrive Sunday 10 4 P M. First or class tickets eligible. inquire via agents for tickets and full details. Five Slavemeyer family members insured for 100000 each. policies written by two agents with joint commissions of 60000.
The Boone artesian well is now down two thousand feet. Davenport is constructing streets and sidewalks of Galesburg brick. Reports mention malignant diphtheria cases in Fontanelle, and a contract for the Clinton bridge across the Mississippi with a $90,994 cost.
An old advertisement touts Bucklin Arnica Salve as the best for cuts bruises sores ulcers and skin eruptions with a money back guarantee. It also promotes English Spavin Liniment claiming it cures horse blemishes and ailments like blood spavins curbs splints and sprains with claims of large savings per bottle. Sold by L M Bosworth Druggist in Ames.
A collection of Iowa ads highlights Black sateen and neckwear at Geo G Tilden and Bigelow Smith, remnant bargains, remnant tables, and close prices on spring and summer goods. Stores BreeLow Smith Bigelow Marshall promote loans and sugar deals while Story County Bank offers ocean tickets and exchange services.
We offer 15 percent off cash purchases on Buell boots and shoes while stock lasts. Readily available are insurance options for property and fire lightning coverage from Sheldon and Sheldon at low rates with reliable paying companies. Severe storms this season prompt homeowners to insure against loss.
A M Perkins announces a fresh stock of White Fish California Blood Red Salmon New Mackrel Labrador Herring and assorted fish. He also offers Sinclairs Meats Hams Shoulders Bacon Dried Beef Lard and more plus J S Lords Flour Wood's Acme Mocha Java Coffee and a broad Crockery Glassware and Jelly Dish selection. Bargains on Tea Coffee Spices Canned Goods and baked goods urged with emphasis on low prices and quantity purchases.
Story Country Bank of Ames Iowa announces available loans for improved real estate at 6 percent per annum with annual interest payments and the privilege to pay 100 or any multiple of 100 at each due date.
The Illinois Central Railroad announces three excursion dates to Tennessee Mississippi and Louisiana on September 9 23 and October 14 with round trip fare. Tickets valid 30 days and good for stopovers south of Cairo. Agents west of Duncumb and on the C F M Branch sell for evening trains the day before. For circulars contact J F Merry Manchester Iowa.
Notice is given that on July 22 1890 the District Court of Story County Iowa appointed Ruru A Cook administratrix with the will annexed of the Giles Cook estate. All persons indebted must pay and all claims must be presented to the court for allowance. Dated July 22 1890. Ruru A Cook Administratrix.
A vintage ad touts the Odell Type Writer and Check Perforator for 20 dollars and a Single Case Odell at 15 dollars. It promises durability speed simplicity and no ink ribbon. The machine is described as neat substantial nickel plated and capable of producing sharp legible manuscripts with 2 to 10 copies at once.
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