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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1906
Page
5
Local notes report the Roney Boys performing at the Armory on March 1. Various residents visit Ames including Mrs. Griffith and Mrs. Wilson while others travel for work, illness, and social events. A bustling community notices concerts, church, and public gatherings with updates on travel, health, and entertainment.
A historical notice advertises cleaning and stain removal services by Mrs T Correra at 1122 Douglas St Iowa phone 88. It asserts ability to cleanse washable goods without damage and mentions the ice man harvesting his crop as a busy recent topic implying fresh quality.
We extend heartfelt thanks to friends and neighbors for their kindness and help during our bereavement. Grateful for flowers from the O. W. E. M. Society of Ontario and the Yeomen lodge of Kelley. E. A. Orane and Son.
Representative Greeley’s anti hazing bill did not pass the senate. Lawmakers warned against trifling with such matters even if life and limb are at stake. The piece argues hazing starts as play and ends in injury, noting its rejection despite widespread disdain for the practice.
Reports from the high school praise Principal Kephart for competence and ability to win student respect and maintain harmony with teachers. Both students and board express confidence in his leadership and instruction.
Colonist Low One-way Second Class Rates to Tennessee Kentucky Nebraska Wyoming Kansas Colorado Missouri New Mexico Mexico Texas Western Louisiana Oklahoma and Indian Territories via the North Western line in effect on Tuesday March 6 and 20. For tickets and full information apply to agents Chicago and North Western Ry. 46-41.
Charlotte Hannegan Raff born March 22 1827 Cambillstown Franklin county Penn died February 19 1906. She married Peter Raff February 28 1847 and lived in Ohio Iowa and Ames Iowa where they farmed. Six children survived with one daughter deceased. She joined Gueford Ohio church at eighteen and remained faithful. Stricken with paralysis two years ago she was helpless and died at home. Survived by husband and children. services held at home by Rev H D Williams with music from a town quartet. interment in Ames cemetery.
Notice to qualified electors of Ames Independent School District Story County Iowa. Election March 12, 1006 to choose a director for three years Herman Knapp M. K. Smith and treasurer Parley Sheldon. Bond proposition up to 9000 dollars to fund a new school lot and equipment. Polls open 1 PM to 6 PM at City Hall. Board of Directors by order. Dated Ames February 12.
Weather prophet Hicks warns of late month conditions, noting past accuracy. The forecast emphasizes a sharp end to the period with potential notable weather changes.
A fragmented note references Ames and Story County Bank as part of a tax payment or collection list with unclear amounts and dates. no full details or context are readable.
Parley Sheldon administrator with will annexed of John A. McFarlan estate files in Story County District Court a petition to sell land described as the southeast quarter and half of the southeast quarter in section 31, township 85 north range 24 west. Defendants Hatton and Garr are notified to answer by March term. otherwise a decree will be entered. McCarthy & 45-41 attorneys represent the estate.
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