Market and society notes from an Ames edition
The issue includes market figures from Chicago and Ames with cattle hogs wheat oats and corn prices, plus social news reporting the twenty fifth wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. John E. Davis with invitations guests flowers and a poem. It notes a fire loss of Mr Levi Newuis in Cambridge and local notices on a new meat market plan and a missing cameo pin.
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Chicago
Ames
John E. Davis
Mr. Barstow
Levi Newuis
Cambridge
Ames Citizens Push Pardon Fight Over Fort Madison Murder Case
A large petition from Ames citizens opposes a pardon for George Stanley, serving life for murder at Fort Madison Penitentiary. It has been sent to Representative McCall to present to the Legislature. The Governor has referred five inmates to the Legislature for pardon, including Stanley, whose crime is described as premeditated and cruel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Stanley
Fort Madison
Ames
Representative McCall
Nevada County printing costs show editor’s independence noted
For the quarter ending January 1, the Nevada Representative did job printing for the county amounting to 104.71 dollars. The InvBeLLIGENCER charged 5.00 dollars, other papers not heard from. The piece ends with a sharp remark about fear and integrity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nevada
Persimmons
Rebecca's Triumph Drama By Dorcas Society Of Ames
The Dorcas Society of Ames presents Rebecca's Triumph, a three act drama by George M. Baker, to aid the poor. A cake will be auctioned after the performance. Doors open 6 30, curtain 7 30, admission 25 cents, no reserved seats.
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Dorcas Society of
Ames
Cooking Club of
Chicago
George M. Baker
Rebecca
Dorcas Society
Two Ames Weddings Mark Social Scene of Friday
Two marriages occurred Friday evening in Ames uniting Mrs. Nettie Queal and Frank Keigley at Henry Wilson Jr residence and Minnie Johnson with A E Bullock at Minnie’s mother home both officiated by Prof W H Wynn. The newlyweds will reside in Cedar Rapids and State Center respectively. A further wedding report is promised next week. Also note Mrs. Usher’s partial recovery from injuries following a previous suicide attempt and a plan to send her to the State Infirmary. The case draws widespread sympathy for the stricken family and the wife and mother’s loss.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ames
Frank Keigley
Nettie Queal
Henry Wilson, Jr
W. H. Wynn
A. E. Bullock
State Center
Minnie Johnson
Cedar Rapids
Matthew Usher
Senator Allison Re elected by Unanimous Republican Vote
Senator Allison was re elected to the United States Senate by unanimous vote of Republican members in both branches of the State Legislature. The party asserts vindication against opposition from last fall. The Thompson family mourns after the burial of their youngest child. Mr. Thompson is a veteran soldier.
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Allison
United States
Senate
G. S. Thompson
Baptist Church
Thompson
Pension Petition Drives for Soldiers of the Mus
Mr Cony YpoN Millard once chaplain of the 4th U S Heavy Artillery now at Milwaukee Soldier's Home visited the city Monday to solicit names for a petition urging Congress to grant a minimum pension of eight dollars a month to all honorably discharged soldiers. R H Conarp thanks friends for a kind surprise on the evening of the 16th and regrets not being at home to meet them. Use Suian's Family Remedy.
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Cony Ypon Millard
4Th U. S. Heavy Artillery
Milwaukee
Congress
Mus
R. H. Conarp
Ames notices and fair schedule from 1884
Found a buffalo robe on north Kellogg Street Ames owner can identify and pay notice. Lillie Arma Thompson daughter of Geo and Lovie Thompson died aged two years ten days January 21 1884. Tax State Fair begins August 29 and ends September 5 Boone District Fair September 9 to 12 Story County Fair September 16 to 19 inclusive.
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Lillie Arma Thompson
Geo. 8
Lovie Thompson
Kellogg Street
Ames
Nourse’s Honey Featured as Finest In Ames
Hon Charles Aldrich returns from Europe this week after months abroad. He has written many letters home for the Hamilton County Freeman detailing his travels and observations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ames
Chas. Aldrich
Europe
Hamilton County Freeman
Second-hand Wagon For Sale by W. K. Barnes
Local notice lists a good second-hand wagon for sale by W. K. Barnes. Also mentions Hearing Register climbing Jacob’s ladder and a protracted meeting at Pleasant Grove Christian Church running February 1 to 15. Bryenam & Co. relocate to Chaney's Brick near the Postoffice. Dr Eveenet Keiesey attended a marriage in Cedar Rapids.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. K. Barnes
Hearing Register
Jacob
Christian Church
Pleasant Grove
Ridnour
Bryenam & Co
Chaney
Postoffice
Settle Up Demand By Wright And Ive
Wright and Ive demand all debtors settle accounts by cash or note by February 1st next. The notice names no other parties and warns of action if payments are not received by the deadline.
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Wright
Weather Bites Nevada After Cold North Wind
A sharp north wind swept Nevada on Wednesday and Thursday, hitting 28 below zero at 5 am. The cold is described as severe enough to “freeze the horns off a polled angus heifer.” Deacons of local churches are urged to unite against Vivaldo of the Watchman for advising thrift and saving in the new year.
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Nor’ Wester
Nevada
Vivaldo
Munn & CO
Cone
France
Germanry Ae
Jana Bs
Scientific American Best
Anc
Wes
Re American
Munn & CO Scientific American
Broadway, New York
Keigley Purchases Normans Property Near Franklin
Mr. J. H. Keigley and his family plan to move to the east of town, settling on the former Norman property in a few weeks. Keigley, longtime Story County resident, will be welcomed by Ames residents as Norman departs. The county temperance convention met Saturday at the Auditor's office in Nevada with Mr. Abbott as chairman and the younger Payne as secretary. Delegates elected included Ab bott, Nelson, Laidley, Wood, Livingston with alternates E. W. Brown J. M. Brown Payne Snider and McCowin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. H. Keigley
Franklin Tnp
C. D. Norman
Auditor’s Office
Nevada
Mr. Abbott
Payne
Messrs. Abbott
Nelson
Laidley
Wood
Livingston
E. W. Brown
J. M. Brown
Snider
McCowin
Story County
Iowa
Lars Mpson
John Anfonson
Eliing Halverson
Cle Tesdall
Anaeaeaeae
J. F. Kearky
O' Kelley
N. A. Rainbelt
Shiel & Cook
Silver wedding anniversary plans noted for Davis couple
An account of the Friday evening silver wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. John E. Davis with an opera by Rev. Mr. Barstow was not ready for this issue. The paper goes to press Friday noon and local items occupying half a column should be submitted by Thursday morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John E. Davis
Barstow
Amelee Agency Secures Dr King’s New Discovery
Amelee advertises as the sole agent for Dr King’s New Discovery for consumption and throat ailments. It proclaims the medicine a certain cure for coughs colds hoarseness asthma bronchitis and offers trial bottles free with regular price one dollar. Sold by Bosworth Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amelee
Dr. King
Bosworth Co
Assault on O C Hanson prompts search and concern
A brutal assault last week on O C Hanson of Maxwell left him demented and wandering. The assailants are unknown and not yet found. Rev H D Weaver, Baptist Church pastor, offered his resignation on Sunday, a move his many supporters in Ames regret, noting his fruitful ministry over years in the local church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. C. Hanson
Maxwell
H. D. Weaver
The
Baptist Church
Society
Nevada Watchman Critiques County Warrants Practice
The Nevada Watchman accuses Story County officials of an overdrawn fund of 2345 dollars on January 1 and warns warrants will be sold at a discount. The paper claims agreement to cash warrants at face value and mentions a dh subscriber.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nevada
Story County
B. S
D. H
Wells and schoolhouse water systems discussed in letter
A reader letter proposes emending last week's Wells article to reflect the manuscript. It suggests tiling the schoolhouse well to top and notes most wells need a larger bottom reservoir, which could be achieved as described. The writer signs Farmers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wells
Athlophoros Aids Ohio Clergyman in Kind Deeds
Rev J E Sentman of St Paris Campaign Co Ohio describes Athlophoros as highly satisfactory. He notes a bedridden rheumatism patient improved in twenty four hours and has had no return of the illness. Several inquiries about the remedy followed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. E. Sentman
St. Paris
Ohio
County Teachers Association Opens in City With Lectures
The County Teachers Association convenes today at 100 o clock a m in the city. Programs include music and talks on arithmetic, parasites, general school exercises, new education, object teaching, country schools, and discussions on reading good books and spelling book use. A health ad promotes Pond s Extract claiming instant relief for various ailments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
County Teachers’ Association
W. F. Chevalier
Dr. Fairchild
E. F. Bell
W. H. Wynn
Tina Benson
F. E. Plummer
Electric Bitters praised for kidney and liver cure
Mr T W Atkins of Girard Kansas endorses Electric Bitters to customers calling them purest medicine that cures kidney and liver complaints purifies blood and regulates bowels. Sold at fifty cents by druggists Bosworth Co advertises three for sale while a joke about business shifts to walnut rosewood and on ice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. W. Atkins
Girard, Kan
Bosworth & Co
Widow Conard aided by church drive volunteers
Union tale notes two able bodied men asking for town ship aid and a widow with cold room and meager winter stock. Mr. Grove organized a surprise donation at Mrs. Conard's home on January 16 1884 with food wearables money and patterns from numerous local families. The piece ends with local ads from Il. B. Hawley & Co offering soap lamps gloves and other goods at cut prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. B. Grove
Mr. G
T. J. Miller
Mr. Grove
J. B. Kooser
D. G. Ferguson
H. C. Wakefield
Wm. Ruth
R. M. Hunter
F. C. Hunter
C. Thomas
C. F. Ruth
J. J. Coon
Wm. Arrasmith
J. Kooser
Louisa Coon
Emma Arrasmith
J. Arrasmith
M. Hunter
Keigley Sells Gilbert Farm Moves to Ames Area
John Keigley sells his farm three miles east of Gilbert and plans to move to Ames in a few weeks. James Dodds buys eighty acres while Davis of Ames purchases the remaining portion. Keigley family will be missed. Ames gains. Also notes visitors Hattie Stewart and Myron Small family decide to stay in Ames.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Keigley
Gilbert
Ames
James Dodds
Davis
Keigley
Hattie Stewart
Mr. Myron Small
Ilinois
Mr. Small
W. B. Needham
The Greatest Medical Wonder Of The World Remedies
An advertisement promises a universal cure for Burns Bruises Cuts Ulcers Salt Rheum Fever Sores Cancers Piles Chilblains Corns Tetter Chapped Hands and skin eruptions. It guarantees a cure or money refunded at 25 cents per box and lists Bosworth & Co as sellers alongside general druggists.
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Bosworth &Co
Swan and Bettie Visit Relatives in Galva Ida Co
Mr J H Swan and his daughter Bettie have journeyed to Galva Ida Co to spend several weeks with relatives and friends. The trip aims to enjoy time with family and familiarize Bettie with kin in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. H. Swan
Bettie
Galva, Ida Co
Rutledge Monthly Posts $20 Reward for Longest Testament Verse
The February issue offers a $20 prize for naming the longest verse in the Testament Scriptures by February 10 1884. If multiple correct answers are received the prize is split. Winners receive funds February 15 1884 after sending 20 cents in silver, with March issue detailing the winner and answer and listing more rewards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rutledge’s Monthly
Address Rutledge Publishing Company
Easton, Penna
Watchman Exits After Board Declares Fraudulent List
The Watchman withdraws after the Board of Supervisors rejects its list as a fraud and fabrication and declines involvement. The publication reports it has not secured over WO bona fide yearly subscribers in the county.
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Tue Intelligencer
Board of Supervisors
Watchman
Health and praise for tonic and college leadership
Rosy cheeks and clear complexion advertised for Parker's Ginger Tonic claiming health, blood, spirits, strength, and beauty. Nevada Watchman notes Capt. Lincoln at the Agricultural College improving rapidly, while criticizing Col. John Scott’s military tactics remarks and urging President Knapp to reconsider.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parker
Bazaar
Nevada
John Scott
Iowa State Agricultural College
Knapp
Dr Bosanko’s Cough and Lung Syrup Free Samples
A Bosworth & Co Drug store advertises free distribution of Dr Bosanko’s Cough and Lung Syrup. It claims the remedy treats coughs consumption and bronchitis and notes regular sizes priced at 25 cents and 1 dollar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bosworth & Co Drug Store
Dr. Bosanko
Golden Balsam Cited as Superior Throat and Lung Remedy
Testimonials praise Marshs Golden Balsam as better than gold for consumption bronchial cough and weak lungs. Customers from Dallas Denver and Oskaloosa report marked relief after trying the remedy and it is sold by Bradley and Templeton Ames Iowa in 50 cent and 1 dollar bottles.
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H. L. Thomas
Dallas
Texas
Marshh
T. J. Walker
Denver
Col
Marsh
H. H. Jackson
Oskaloosa
Manisa
Bradley & Templeton
Ames
Iowa
Business Brevities Abstracts and Real Estate Loans
Notice offers real estate abstracts at low rates by J A Forchpatrick Nevada Iowa. Also advertises sale or exchange of a Mason Hamlin organ for a young horse by W G Whear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mason & Hamlin
W. G. Whear
Druggists offer free trial bottles for lung and cough cures
Bogworth & Co offer a free trial bottle of Dr Bosanko's Cough and Lung Syrup to anyone afflicted with coughs colds asthma consumption or any lung affection. Surcon's Urratizer advertised for constipation loss of appetite dizziness and all symptoms of dyspepsia priced at 50 and 75 cents a bottle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bosworth & Co
Bosanko
Bogworth & Co
Dr. Bosanko
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She Intelligencer
Som. Burge
Thomas Bros. & Sorer
Florence Hogeatt
Dakota
Arctic
California
Leonard M. Walters
Louisa A. Coon
Opera Hall
Nourse’s
Gov. Sherman
House
Thomas Bros. & Sooper
Intelligencer
Prairie Farmer
Ferguson & Kibby
A. J. Holmes
Washington
Boone
Anna A Reitz
Willlis Grace
Milford Township
Poland
China
Chester
Ayer
Suiian
Lincoln
Nourse
Eveenet Keiesey
Frank
Queal
Pond
Tabor
Colorado
Rosewood
Murray Hill Publishing Co
E. 28Th St
N. Y. City
Il. B. Hawley & Co
Gilbert Gatherings
A. A. Stewart
Des Moines
Gilbert Bros
Arthur Thomas
Lyceum
Gilbert School House
Bucklen
Ed. Barstow
Agri- Itural College
M. Hemstreet
J. A. Forchpatrick
Shields & Cook
A. E. Lvcns
G. C. Wright
Dr. Wood
Caledonia Station
Boon Co.llis
Jos
Intelligencer Office
May Graves
Congregational Church
Righty Springs
Tuomas & Loup
J. A. Fitchpatrick
Blank Weten Bris
John McKintey
Clearmont
Bosworths
Tuk Intelligencer Office
Surion
Shiloh
Sorauiey & Templeton
Business College
Keokuk
Maxwell & So
A. H. Thayer
orrTy
Dutton’s
Idem Halli
Deteed
Irit
Ames, Iowa
Ho v. En
Viactom
CAL Vets
Cabe
Min Boao
State St
Book Age
KE. B.moots
New York City
Pricea
Over &Co
England
Germany
Australia
Foote
Health Monthly
fMand
Murray Hi! Publishing Co
East 28Th Street
Montgomery Ward
Wabash Avenue
Uhice
G. McCarthy
Cash Down
Ames, Iow
Burlington
Chicago, Burlington & Quincy
Ee Oe
Hannibal
Incy
Reoku
Albert
Paul
Siceia
Louie
Pworia
St. Louis
Oeeum
St. Lowi
Nebraska
J. Potter
Perceval Lowell
Ag't
Vice’s Floral Guide
Vick
Vick's
Illustrated Monthly
Suednee Wmbers
James Vick
Rochester
N. Y
Ross
Tesina
Marris Remedy CO
Tonttaie
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