Wanted Ads and Local Notices From Ames Area
A mixed set of want ads and notices include sales offers for livestock, real estate, and household items. Items listed: three shoats about 50 lb, a horse and phaeton, center table and chairs, a fur collarette, a lady’s pocket book, a lady’s Elgin watch, a found watch, acreage and dairy farm for sale near Ames, and a two story house for sale on Boone Street with detailed dimensions and rooms. Also requests for help wanted, rooms for rent, and a note about a free insertion for employment notices up to 20 words.
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Boone Street
S. V. Kalsam
Chicken Show Opens at Armory With Hundreds of Birds
The Armory hosts a large chicken show with over six hundred birds by 3 pm and more than a thousand entries by noon. Chickens vary in color and type from white to red to dapple, including draft, speed, fighting, and dual purpose breeds. Visitors from Cedar Rapids, Marshalltown, Jefferson, Webster City, Des Moines, Council Bluffs and elsewhere in Iowa are expected. the event promises a premier display for Ames, Story County, and the state.
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Armory
Cedar Rapids
Marshalltown
Jefferson
Webster City
Des Moines
Council Bluffs
Ames in Brief multiple resident movements and visits
Gene Rushmore spent Sunday with his parents in Nevada. W. J. Semmons went to Newell on business Saturday night. Mr. Ward of Holmes music store spends the week in Clinton. Geo. Maquin conducted a band in Melbourne Monday evening. John Murphy returned Monday from a north state trip. Otis Crouthamel of Gilbert visited Sunday with Howry McCarthy. John Shugart spent Sunday with his ill father G. W. Shugart. Prof. L. B. Schmidt spent three days last week visiting Belle Plain. Harry Simmons visited Newell ux City and Primghar. Col G. M. McCarthy of Des Moines looked at Ames real estate Saturday. Clifford Simmons was sick in Nevada Saturday and is ill at his Ames home. J. W. Lyons shipped a carload of horses from Nebraska last week. Lark of Onawa, president of a state teachers association, visited the College. Campbell says land sales are slow but 25 houses could be rented if built. Chas Meiers will publish a new song In the Woodland where the Wild Flower Grows. W. R. Greenlee of Belle Plaine visited and plans another long visit. G. B. Hoon of Jewell came to spend New Years week with W. S. Hoon. M. E. Judge visited Ames Monday and heads to Artesian SD. Rev Carr left for Defiance to speak to the Endeavor society and then Arkansas for two months evangelistic work. Floyd OBrien resumes law studies at Iowa City and notes his Xmas housing change to 227 North Dubuque Street.
Ames Fire Company Names New Officers for Year
The Ames fire company elected new officers for the coming year with E. S. Proper as chief. F. M. Cupps serves as foreman and A. S. Spring as secretary treasurer. Other officers include Howard Adams, U. S. Spring, Arch Bowman, Oscar McCoy, Art McCoy, Gene Rushmore, Chas. Watkins, Len Morris, and Fire Marshal Geo. W. O'Brien. Hydrant men James Montgomery and Chas. Kooser. Line men Willi Miller Clyde Shultz F. E. Morris Frank Stultz Clarence Hunter.
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Ames Fire Company
E. S. Proper
F. M. Cupps
Foreman
A. S. Spring
Howard Adams
Notelman
U. S. Spring
Arch Bowman
Oscar McCoy
Art McCoy
Gene Rushmore
Chas. Watkins
Len Morris
Hydrant
James Montgomery
Chas. Kooser
Willi Miller
Clyde Shultz
F. E. Morris
Frank Stultz
Clarence Hunter
Geo. W. O’brien
Forty-Year Farm Resident Sees Growth andland in Iowa and Dakota
J D Nelson, longtime farmer from south of Kelley, Iowa, visits Ames and recalls 225 acres of farming at home and a half section in Dakota. He notes Story County's early slow start and later reputation as among the Wests best land, while Dakota's land is fertile despite past stigma.
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J. D. Nelson
Kelley
Ames
Dakota
Story County
M. K. Smith Resigns From Ames & College Railroad
M K Smith resigns after fifteen years as manager of the Ames and College Railroad. He will focus on his Smith and Davis real estate and manufacturing interests. H P Wilkinson will run operations while new ownership outfits are arranged. The change is a loss to Ames but preserves public service.
Seeing the King's Horses at the College
A 13 year old boy named Ralph Crary and his family visited the college treasurer's office to register for a short course. The father paid the fee for the boy to attend as a visitor, saying the boy wanted to see the king's horses and the whole show. The article invites curious readers to view the college horses, described as royal family members.
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Prof. Knapp
Ralph Crary
Mason Installation Brings Quick Installation of Officers
Mason lodge held a rapid ceremony Monday night installing five officers in about one hour. Re-elected worshipful master A. S. Griffith oversaw the event with Geo. W. O'Brien serving as grand marshal. Officers named include L. M. Hurt senior warden Ben Stuhl senior deacon J. B. Kooser junior deacon and Ben Edwards junior steward. Junior warden to be elected next meeting.
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L. M. Hurt
Ben Stuhl
J. B. Kooser
Ben Edwards
A. S. Griffith
Geo. W. O’brien
Ames Post Office Association Honors Two Postmasters
The Ames Post Office Association held a pleasant Wednesday night spread at Stultz cafe in honor of the retiring and incoming postmasters. Seventeen members attended and each offered a toast with Assistant Postmaster Rich serving as toastmaster. Afterward they returned to the post office rooms for a social gathering until late.
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Ames Post Office Association
Stultz
Force and Association
Rich
P. O
City Council Considers Bond Substitution for Water Works
Des Moines Bridge and Iron Works representative Mr. Smith urged substituting a $1000 bond for the two percent guarantee on the Water Works contract. The council voted to allow the change but without interest on the guarantee for one year.
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Smith
Des Moines Bridge & Iron Works
Brotherhood Meeting at College Chapel Sunday
A large audience of short course students heard addresses by Hon A C Turner Dr Storms and Dr Cessna at 3 p m Sunday in the college chapel The music directed by Prof Alvah J Norman of Omaha Neb featured Miss Jessie McCarthy at the piano and a seacred solo titled A City of Refuge performed by Miss Florence McCarthy.
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College Chapel
A. C. Turner
Storms
Cessna
Alvah J. Norman
Omaha
Neb
Jessie McCarthy
City of Refuge
Florence McCarthy
Local couple plans new house between properties this spring
Will Build. I. Overholser and Mrs. Overholser, now visiting their daughter in Nebraska and Illinois, plan to erect a new residence next spring. The structure will stand between Mrs. Eldridge's property and Clay Foster's residence after selling their current home to Mr. Black.
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I. Overholser
Mr. Black
Christian Revivals At Local Church Begin With Large Audiences
Meetings at the Christian church started last Sunday and continue with good crowds. Rev. A. P. Cobb is described as a charming speaker with a strong voice and vocabulary and a highly convincing manner.
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The
Christian Church
A. P. Cobb
Call up 1441 Iowa for coal or wood
Local notice orders call number 1441 in Iowa for coal or wood procurement. The directive directs supply sources and delivery terms under existing municipal stipulations.
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Iowa
Bowling league half season ends with social night
This week marks the first half end as teams remain close in the standings. Monday was ladies night at the alleys with eight ladies and escorts from the College enjoying the event. Mr Kintzley noted much joy while beginners were taught by Mr Snywer, a six year Washington DC league bowler. Alleys were closed to the public.
Time Card Change Delayed to Start Next Sunday
A new time card scheduled to begin Sunday was postponed and may take effect next Sunday. The key change is the early departure of the eastbound morning passenger train.
Iowa State Register editors visit for journalism progress
Geo. W. Franklin and Charles W. Clark, editor and publisher of the Iowa State Register and Farmer, were short course visitors Thursday. They praised the newspaper and farm journal project and received many congratulations during their visit.
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Geo. W. Franklin
Iowa State Register and Farmer
Ex County Auditor Plans Texas Winter Stay
Former county auditor O. B. Peterson says he will travel to Texas in a few days to spend the winter there after buying land. If all goes well he expects to remain longer.
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O. B. Peterson
Texas
King’s Dyspepsia Tablets Offered For Quick Digestive Relief
A short claiming notice notes a two day treatment with King's Dyspepsia Tablets to relieve sour stomach bad breath paste complexion and other digestion related issues. Sold by A Gamble.
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A. Gamble
Parade of King Edward’s Horses on Campus Today
Horses and other exhibition stock parade on the campus at 3 o'clock today, drawing observers to the event and showcasing royal livestock.
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King Edward
Livestock Parade at the College Thursday Afternoon
A livestock parade is scheduled Thursday at the college campus starting at 3:00 PM. Students and visitors are invited to watch the procession of farm animals through campus streets.
College seeks funds for east side assembly room
The board of trustees asks the coming legislature to fund the east side assembly room of the new Agricultural hall from the regular tax levy. With current options from Mr. Schleuter, a $60,000 construction could proceed if approved soon. The analogy stresses the need, saying the agricultural hall would be incomplete without it. The board urges unanimous legislative grant.
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Schleuter
G A R officers for the coming year announced
The G A R announces new officers for the year led by Commander A H Buck with Senior vice commander H F Hollingsworth Jr and vice commander Geo Lyman. Other posts include Quarter Master Henry Wilson, Quarter Master Sergeant J M Gilbert, Chaplain W Rubel, Officer of the Day Geo Pitsor, Adjutant Abe Liddle, Sergeant Dudley Arrasmith and Surgeon Dr J O Oopestake.
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A. H. Buck
H F. Hollingsworth
Geo. Lyman
Henry Wilson
Sargeant
J. M. Gilbert
Chaplin
W. Rubel
Geo. Pitsor
Abe Liddle
Sargeant Dudley Arrasmith
J O. Oopestake
Bennett brothers win Whiting trophy at Ames college show
The Bennett brothers of Ames produced the top corn exhibit and received the Whiting trophy this year at the college show. Their entry talked the loudest among the banners and displays.
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Bennett Brothers of
Ames
Catholic Fair Planned After Meeting at Rev Revier's Home
Preliminary arrangements were made for a Catholic fair to begin January 28 and run five days. Rev Revier hosted the session yesterday afternoon to discuss plans and activities.
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Rev. Revier
Van Scoy and Eastrem Wed in Ames and Sheldahl
The wedding of James Van Scoy and Miss Tilla Eastrem took place Wednesday night. Van Scoy, known in Ames at the O K barber shop, married Miss Eastrem who hails from Sheldahl.
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James van Scoy
Tilla Eastrem
van Scoy
Ames
O.K
Miss Eastwood
Sheldahl
Notice of Sewer Assessment Plat in Ames Iowa
Notice filed in the Ames City Clerk office for a sewer project. A plat and schedule of assessments show parcels abutting streets including Iowa Street Hodge to Northwestern College Street Clark to Lincoln Lincoln Street College to State State Street Lincoln to Hogcatt Onondaga Street Daff to Carroll. Objections must be written and filed by February 4 1907 after which the council will finalize assessments. Attest City Clerk and Mayor.
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Ames
Iowa
Lowa St
Hodge
Northwestern
College Street
Clark
Lincoln
Lincoln Street
College
State
State Street
Hogcatt
Onondaga Street
Daff
Carroll
Ames Iown
A. B. Maxwell
Parley Sheldon
Porter Springs Surprise In a Chevrolet Tale
A Cleveland Plaindealer anecdote recounts an American traveler praising U S railways for speed comfort and luxury while noting the cost. On a Florida trip he gives his porter a twenty dollar bill that prompts the porter to offer change in fives, highlighting money and service.
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Porter
Chevrolet
Ormond
New York
Florida
Cleveland Plaindeaier
Great Invention Prompts Telephone Waiver
An amused bystander praises a new telephone setup while a red faced man orders one for his home to talk privately with his wife for hours. The exchange highlights novelty and potential privacy gains in early telephone usage.
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Jupiter
Parrot Saves Four Lives Aboard Brookyn Yacht Visitor
Four crew members of the steam yacht Visitor were saved from a fatal gas exposure in the forecastle at Fifty-eighth Street Brooklyn. Steward John Melanson woke to screams from the parrot Swipes and alerted others, reviving Neal, Smith, and two others with help from Dr. J. J. McQuillen. The parrot cried Get up Get up as the danger prompted action.
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Visitor
W. H. Brown
Pittsburg
John Melanson
E. B. Neal
Herman Smith
Charles Amerean
Cook
Fifty-eighth Street
Brooklyn
Melanson
Mr. Brown
Boston
John Jacob Astor
Nourmahal
Melauson
Ile
J. J. McQuillen
Neal
Smith
Courtroom Oratory Passing Inspires Quiet Reflection
The article laments the decline of forensic eloquence in modern courts. It argues lawyers focus on preparing documents and cases over impassioned speeches, noting reporters dominate the crowd and the era of moving courtroom rhetoric has faded.
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Sahara
Egypt
Texas
Pacific
Justice Brewer
Atlantic
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Jennie Beyer
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Ay Ponte
Cali
Pete D
Mutual
Clark St
Elgin Watch
U.S. Spring
Calece
College Farm
A.S& N.W
Boone
the Armory
Nevada
W. J. Semmons
Newell
Mr. Ward
Holmes Music Store
Clinton
Geo. Maquin
Melbourne
John Murphy
Mr. Otis Crouthamel
Gilbert
Howry McCarthy
Jonn Shugart
G. W. Shugart
L. B. Schmidt
Belle Plain
Harry Simmons
Ux City
Primghar
Col
G. M. McCarthy
Ames Real Estate
Clifford Simmons
J. W. Lyons
McLean Farm
Nebraska
KF. Ez. Lark
Onawa
Teachers’ Association
Campbell
Chas. Meiers
W. R. Greenlee
Belle Plaine
Mr. Talbott
G. B. Hoon
Jewell
W.S. Hoon
Uncle Sam’s Limited Mail
M. E. Judge
Artesian
South Dakota
Carr
Defiance
Common Sense
Endeavor Society
Arkansas
Floyd O’brien
Iowa City
Chan
Hands
North Dubuque Street
M. K. Smith
Ames & College Railroad
Smith & Davis Real Estate
Story County Bank
H. P. Wilkinson
Sheldon
Blake
Mason
A. P. O. A. Spread
Council
J. B. Kooser and Co
Shugart’s
Kooser & Co
Qari Larson
B. G. Porter
Information Bureau
A. B. Noble
Nellie Kedzie Jones
Opera House
O. R. Miller
Cramblitt
Adams’ Hall
George Burton
Ed Kooker
J. Y. Luke
Hampton
Daniel McCarthy
Luke
J. M. Noble
Wm. Pool
J. M. Harris
J. W. Latherow
A. 8. Griffith
Ed Griffith
Charley Tailman
Sam Deal
M. A. Lyons
Drs. Bare
Dyer
Maxwell
Odd Fellows
Charles Kooser
N.G
H. J. Hanson
V. G
BE. O. Tuttle
Sec’y
Wm Fleming
Financial Sec’y
Wm. Hulett
M. Roberson
C. Hunter
W. Staltz
N. G
G. T. Kooser
C. A
G. A R
Whiting Trophy
Eastwood
Parrot
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