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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1909
Page
4
The editorial attacks Boone bootleggers and Boone saloonkeepers, arguing The Intelligencer pursues public good over sensationalism. It claims Ames and Story City residents prefer a high grade paper and dares the Democrat to reveal whisky sales and houses of ill fame in town.
The Ames community hails Dr. Stange as the new Dean of the Veterinary Department at the college. An Iowa man, he is praised for understanding the needs of the college and livestock industry. Calls arise to fund a new building for the department over a presidential residence.
Leon Brown has been advanced to managing editor of the Register and Leader. The piece notes his distinctive, unsigned authorial stamp and questions whether promotion will affect his individuality. It recalls his prior newsroom success, offers about his marriage history, and states he remains a professional bachelor.
The Boone Democrat rebuts Editor Menton's view on Boone saloons, arguing progress is blocked by old line democracy and liberal Republicans. It accuses saloonkeepers of daily law violations and claims police tolerate illicit trade, harming town welfare and civilization.
The remark at Washington claimed no supporter who voted for Lacy would gain a place at the state house even for duties like cleaning spittoons. The inquiry asks whether this statement targeted appointments by Carroll Bleakiey Morrow or Riggs.
The city endures a sequence of heavy snowstorms that strike about every seven days, disrupting travel and prompting closures, with residents bracing for another blast as forecasts warn of continued winter weather.
The Ames Savings Bank sets new hours 9 a m to 4 p m with plans to lead the change despite other banks resisting. The piece urges bankers to join the cheerful shift and notes patrons will adjust, joking about midnight closures and late door arrivals.
R. A. Kirkpatrick of the class of ’09 left for Pullman to assume an assistant professorship in the horticultural department. He has nearly completed his work and will graduate in June, having served as editor in chief of the Student this past term.
Dr C H Stange, 29, was named Dean of the Veterinary department at the college. He has been serving as acting dean and will lead plans for a new $150,000 Veterinary Hospital built with millage funds and brick construction. Stange, an Iowa native born May 21, 1880, graduated with top honors in 1907 and has taught and conducted research at the college and Chicago University.
Shirley N. Allen won first place in the college oratorical contest and will represent I. S. C. in the state contest. Fifteen colleges were represented with eight advancing to the state finals, Allen’s oration on Conservation of Natural Resources chosen among the eight. The college and Ames communities anticipate another Shelley-like victory for the finalist.
A program will be given in the Botanical Seminar at the college on Monday February 15. Papers on the life and work of Darwin will be read by Harriette Kellogg, Charlotte M. King, A. B. Storms, H. B. Summers, C. F. Curtiss, S. W. Beyer, B. A. Beach, L. H. Pammel, Estelle D. Fogel, E. Buchanan, J. E. Guthrie, Wesley Greene, J. J. Bakke, E. W. Wentworth, Royal Jeffs, and R. L. Webster.
The Iowa State Student Volunteer and Mission Study convention met Friday through Sunday with about fifteen delegates. Addresses were given by Dr Laflamme Miss Augusta Brown J W Pontres Clifford Wells Dr Batten and Secretary Babcock.
Miss Gertiie Anderson 18 08 returned to Stanhope with sister Emma. Emma Anderson died last week and was buried Friday. Emma attended her sister’s commencement here last June and made many friends who will be relieved to learn of her death.
Prof. M. L. Bowman visited Cedar Rapids on Friday and Saturday to consult with local business leaders. Organizers announced plans to host a Small Grain Exposition next fall under the Small Grain Growers' association.
Fred Brugger was elected president of the senior class with Alma McCulla as secretary and G. Godfrey as treasurer. The juniors elected Dan Scoates as president A A Burger as vice president Miss Coral Roberts as secretary and J B Sanders as treasurer.
R. F. E. Drennan departs around March 1 for Canada to serve as Farm Manager on a 3,20 acre farm near Winnipeg. The farm houses horses and he will take thirty five of Iowa's fine horses with him.
The lines speak of a divine invitation and a blessed inheritance. The speaker emphasizes a godly heritage and the belief that the Lord will lift believers to glory.
Public readers are reminded of a Bryant quotation about guiding erring minds and comforting those who mourn or fear, urging strength through prayer as a source of solace.
The church outlines a day of activities with Bible School at 9 45 preaching at 11 The Church and Young People at 11 The Junior union at 3 The B Y P U at 6 30 and Lincoln Day service at 7 30 The G A R and W R B C are invited guests.
Sunday evening at the Baptist Church the Sunday School will render a Lincoln day program under Superintendent J. H. Criswell. The program includes hymns recitations readings and an address by the pastor explaining the day’s purpose and the offering for Frontier Missionary and Educational Work with the three Home Mission Societies uniting.
Church of Christ announces Sunday School at 9 45 with J E Arnold as superintendent. Morning worship at 11 on Christ's Message to us. Evening service at 7 30 on Reasons for Being a Christian. Endeavor at 6 30. All are welcome.
Andrew M. Shea minister delivers morning discourse The Master's Question and evening message The Secret of Failure Epworth League led by J W Bateman discusses Fields for Christian Service in a series of talks
William J. Minchin, minister, and Prof. Charles Noble of Grinnell will occupy the pulpit at the Congregational Church for both morning and evening services.
The Lutheran church will hold services with Prof Hall presiding in Norwegian Sunday forenoon and in English Sunday evening.
Sunday 10 45 a m services held at Odd Fellows Hall with the subject Mind.
The Baptist Church held its annual meeting and approved architect plans for a new church building. A $1000 subscription came from outside contributors and a 40 day fund drive will be conducted to cover the estimated cost. Rev. A. D. Landers of Eagle Grove preached the annual sermon praising prospects for the temple.
Mrs. Bingham returns to Ames after extended visit with relatives in Wisconsin. Thursday evening, February 25, the Gypsy Queen event at the Christian Church is noted in social notices.
Prof. R. W. Getchell of the chemistry department resigns to accept a professorship at the State Normal School in Cedar Falls with a higher salary. His home remains in Winthrop and Ames mourns his departure as a valued local figure.
Last Call on Winter Underwear offers men heavy fleeced items 35 cents or three for a dollar. Boys garments 19 cents each, ladies and misses pieces priced at 19 21 and 39 cents. All Winter Arctics available at cost at Perry's.
Princess Wah-ta-Waso, a full blooded Indian actress, proves her pluck and horsemanship in the touring production Pamnena. Despite weather, she performs with vigor, riding astride and drawing praise from audiences and press.
Albert Keltner five year old son of Mr. and Mrs Will Keltner was buried Thursday due to his illness. Owing to the mother's illness no funeral services were held.
A public notice directs taxpayers to pay taxes at the Ames Savings Bank. The brief item cites the bank as the designated collection point and urges adherence to local tax deadlines.
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