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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1901
Page
5
Ames Iowa Feb 7 1901 Ames residents figure in many small notices Roy Hutchinson and others travel to Boone Des Moines and Emmetsburg figures shipyards and farms change hands marriages and social events at the Ames Opera House and local churches.
Public sale conducted at the residence of John Crowser five miles east of Kelley and four miles north of Cambridge. Items include 17 horses 39 cattle 67 hogs and farm machinery. Terms: over five dollars due in one year at eight percent interest all under five dollars cash. Cash buyers receive two percent discount. Zooks lunch wagon on grounds. Organizers F E Waire and Joan Crowser.
The entry lists Jenkins and son's new livery barn near completion. Win McGill plans a California move after selling household goods. Mr. and Mrs. Totten visited near Cambridge at the Ersland home. The Gilbert Gan Club schedules a shoot Thursday afternoon. The Dixie Jubilee Singers perform at Woodman hall on February 7. A rare treat is anticipated.
Ora Mullen of Manley returns home for a short visit. Mrs J S Edwards leaves for Lawrence Nebraska for two weeks. Miss Cora Andrus back from a month in the south. Evangelical services held morning due to Iowa Center meetings. Moving season begins with changes. Boys ride the goat in Woodmen of America event. Rumors consider Senator Harriman of Ames as governor candidate if Titus amendment voids. Hampton dispatch notes Harriman may enter the field. he is a respected Iowa citizen.
Mrs. 8. E. Hunter advertises a sale at her residence 51 miles northwest of Ames and 3 miles southwest of Gilbert Station on Friday February 15 starting 10 am. Items include horses cattle hogs chickens seed oats corn hay organ and farm machinery. Free lunch at noon. Terms: 10 months at 8 percent on amounts over $5 or cash.
Closing out sale to be held at my farm located 1.5 miles south and 1 mile west of Ames on Tuesday February 12 at 10 oclock. Items include seven horses thirty cattle twenty five hogs eight tons of hay in barn twenty four acres shock corn eight bushels seed corn farm machinery. Cash for sums five dollars or less, over that 12 months on bankable notes at 7 percent. 2 percent discount for cash. Settlement required before removal. Lunch provided by Fred Rex Bert Jewerr.
Transfers filed by Smith Bricker with abstractors Nevada and Ames list numerous parcels. Names include Miller Briley Bales Sellers Needham Epper son Adams Scott Gross Wyatt Born Randall Ferkin Kriner Dapton Charlson Zenor Shaw Sandvick Matthews Fitchpatrick Burtons Solyst Nelson Dayton Croft Elwell McFarlane Beardshears Spring Elwell McCallsburg Pilot founder Harry Russell declared insane at Toledo sent to Independence hospital. past ties to Jewell Junction paper noted.
A town sale advertises a premier assortment of late books at the Tilden and Loughran shop. The listing highlights a broad selection, inviting readers to browse and acquire volumes.
James R McIntire, Pastor announces services at 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. plus 7:30 p.m. evening worship with C E at 6:30 p.m. Prayer meeting held every Wednesday at 7:30 o'clock.
Pastor L Baxter leads Sunday School at 10:00 a m with preaching at 11:00 a m and 7:30 p m Epworth League gathers at 6:30 p m Prayer meeting every Wednesday at 7:30 p m
The Congregational Church of Ocua announces Sunday school at 10:00, preaching at 11:00 and 7:30 p.m. Evening service follows at 7:30 p.m. COE class 6:30 p.m. Prayer meeting held each Wednesday at 7:30 p.m.
John s Parish rector S M Wilcox leads U B Church with preaching at 11 00 a.m. and 7 80 p m each Sabbath. Young people meet at 6 80. Junior meeting at 2 00 p m. Prayer meeting every Wednesday at 7 30.
The advertisement asserts pneumonia stems from a cold or grip and that timely Chamberlain's Cough Remedy prevents pneumonia. It cites extensive use during La Grippe epidemics and claims every case recovered, promoting the remedy as a worldwide cure for colds and grip sold by druggists.
Ames Cemetery Association with Misses Daisy and Lillian Hall rehearses a public benefit ladies minstrel aiming for a full house at the Opera House on February 16.
Gloriana Dokstader appears in New York Success in Put On De Golden Robe at the Opera House on February 15 showcasing her latest performance.
Fine Stationery and Books at Tilden and Lovewran's. Ninety cents buys a sack of White Rose flour of J. W. Adams. Graham flour whole wheat flour pure corn meal and pancake flour Miller and Sons. Hair Hand Tooth and Clothes Brushes at Tilden and Loughran's Genuine New York Buckwheat offered.
A local ad promotes new stationery at Tilden and Loughran, 15¢ coffee, toilet articles, perfumes, game boards, china, chest protectors, and Letts breakfast Wheat O. The notice touts Banner Salve for piles with quick relief and healing claims.
A note suggests a mandolin guitar violin or accordion makes a fine Christmas present. Titpen and LOUGHRAN are mentioned as the sources or makers. The line blends instrument types with holiday gifting nudge in a period tone.
Advice on recovery from grip illness urges remaining at home and using Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for a quick recovery. The text warns grip can lead to mania and danger, noting prior users who followed the remedy recovered.
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