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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1901
Page
3
The Sioux City Tribune notes that stock watering profits flow to those who control the practice, whether in live cattle dealings or speculative schemes, highlighting the era's financial loopholes and beneficiary groups.
A number of Scotch steel establishments will shut down on New Year’s Day and dismiss all their employees. The report cites an impending crisis amid rising costs and shrinking demand, signaling widespread layoffs across the industry.
Farmers south of Ames push for a nine mile extension to connect with a line from Kelley. A meeting heard proposals from Mutual and Bell to install and maintain service for 150 per month in town and 50 cents per month or 10 cents per message beyond. An investigating committee was appointed to study costs and rights of way, with a potential Evergreen Farmers Independent Telephone Company forming if chosen.
A Berlin machine shop fully outfitted with American tools impressed visitors from the firm. Two skilled representatives toured major shops in the country and selected a complete American equipment set. The marvel of American machinery drew many orders and astonished German observers.
Citizens who pledged to entertain guests for the Christian traveling men's convention on December 21 and 22 are urged to inform the committee if arrangements are made outside the committee. Notify the chairman if unable to entertain to avoid embarrassment and indicate guest preferences.
James F. Shockley files a petition in Story County District Court asserting ownership of portions of Lots 2 3 and 6 Block 4 Kingsbury addition Ames Iowa and seeks partition quiet title and accounting. Defendants include J A Shockley Mary Heartney and others with claims of undivided interests and a judgment against J A Shockley noted but disputed. Proceedings require appearance by noon on specified date.
On December 28 the Des Moines Daily Capital marks Iowa statehood day with a $2.00 full year subscription for 1902 by mail only. Current subscribers pay existing balance plus $2.00 to renew. Gift copies available. mail checks to Safe Young, Des Moines Iowa.
Advertises low round trip winter tourist rates via the Iowa Central Route to the south for trips to Florida and the Carolinas. Promotes chair car and Pullman service, urges readers to obtain full particulars from Iowa Central agents and Geo. Batty. Also touts native herbs, Recto for piles, and Foley's Honey and Tar with testimonials from local merchants.
Advertisements claim Foley's Honey and Tar stops a cold when taken early. Rocky Mountain Tea is promoted as a beautifier and energizer. Plus sales pitches for Loughran Bauer and Madison Medicine Co and a note on Plymouth Rock Cockerels for sale by W. J. Freed.
An advertisement promotes Rector as a remedy with a 98 percent cure rate for piles. It states the treatment is free if it fails, offers free samples, and is endorsed by L. M. Bosworth.
Low rate excursion tickets sold on the Northwestern System within 200 miles of the selling station for December 24 25 31 and January 1. Valid for return until January 2 inclusive.
Winter tourists can use the Iowa Central route for low round trip fares to California and Pacific coast points. A four day California trip from St Paul and listed Iowa towns via the southern route is highlighted. The Pullman Tourist Car service has been inaugurated for the season, enhancing comfort for travelers. Contact Iowa Central agents or G.8 Batty, G. P. & T. A., Marshalltown, Iowa, for details.
On the first and third Tuesdays each month the Iowa Central Railway offers home-seekers excursion tickets to Iowa and nearby states at one fare plus two dollars for a round trip. Return limit is twenty one days. Agents at Marshalltown, Iowa provide full details and printed material.
Disjointed OCR details show a transport timetable with lines mentioning East West arrivals and departures, connections to Chicago, Omaha and Sioux City. References include Dakota Express and Des Moines, with times around 12:50 am and 6:30 pm hinting at overnight and daytime legs.
Chas. Replogle of Atwater Ohio says he endured kidney problems and was advised to try Foley's Kidney Care. After four days he returned to work and is now entirely well.
The Banner Salve manufacturers invite readers to report any ulcer, sore, tetter, eczema, or pile cases that Banner Salve could not cure. They promise a refund if a case proves unsatisfactory.
H S Chrestenson of Mayfield Minnesota states dyspepsia left her unable to eat for three years. After using Kodol Dyspepsia Cure she recovered from the first bottle and now says she is cured and urges others to try the remedy. Digest your food. Cures all stomach troubles.
The Bankers Accident Insurance Co has paid more claims in Iowa than any similar company operating in the state. For reference inquire of 48 F. L. Merepiru, Agent.
Fragmentary notice with muddled lines cites Bosworth offering samples and a “No Care, No Pay” policy for 50 cents. Describes piles and a positive guarantee but lacks clear context or action. No verifiable names beyond M Bosworth.
An advertisement hawks a “No Cure, No Pay” guarantee for a pile cure sold by M. Bosworth. It claims free samples and a 50 cent price, urging customers to try the treatment and be free with each package under a positive written guarantee.
A historical remedy describes using common sheep sorrel mashed into juice, dried into tar like paste, and applied to cancer with a drop of caustic potash to break the skin, claiming pain and eventual lifting of the cancer after several days, noting the sorrel would “cook the cancer” but not flesh.
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