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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1886
Page
4
Fragmentary timetable shows routes in and out of Ames with classed trains. Entries mention Chicago and North Western lines, eastbound and westbound movements, freight and passenger services, and Des Moines connections.
Local notices under the heading Business Brevities state ten cents per line each week then five cents per line each week, with no variation except by yearly contract. The notice outlines rate structure and continuity for advertisers.
The railroad crew set a snow fence west of the cut near the mill to prevent the cut from filling with snow. This spot has long been among the worst on the line. The author muses that death bed confessions would be a compelling read amid repeated Ames incendiary fires in recent years.
Captain Henry Wilson has secured a promise from General Josiah Given to deliver the Memorial Day Oration in Ames in May. Given, a renowned Iowa orator and veteran of two wars, is expected to deliver a speech of unusual force and impact, pleasing veterans and the local public.
A local notice expresses regret that Conductor Evans Engineer Outwater and several freight train crew members have been discharged from the Northwestern B R Co over the accident with the passenger train. The writer voices familiarity with Mr Outwater and praises the safety of the crew.
A public appeal urges parents to keep boys indoors after nightfall by providing wholesome reading and innocent games to cultivate a love for home and good conduct, preventing idle street loafing and shaping better citizens for life’s duties.
Fifty to seventy five delegates headed to the State Temperance Convention in Des Moines blocked last Friday in Ames. They formed a meeting at the depot and sent a committee to Mayor Sheldon to learn how the prohibitory law is enforced. The Mayor spoke briefly asserting Ames is temperate and liquor is sequestrated when found. The crowd acclaimed his remarks praising the temperance cause.
Community notes reveal Hutchinson Bros. debt collection and store shifts H M Wilcox and Kintzley join, Miss Dix runs millinery in Giles Cook block, Barroll building ruins and insurance details unfold. Local school and church events plus charity drives and weather chat fill pages.
Prolonged services at Methodist and Baptist churches persist though turnout remains small. Pastors toil for the Master while lay members lag. A social at Dr. Richmond’s residence next Thursday invites all citizens. Ladies will sell useful and beautiful articles.
Rev Mou Lton delivered a strong temperance address at the Congregational Church Sunday morning. The piece notes a temperance wave in Iowa and predicts the doom of open saloons as part of the mood. Mrs TEMPLETON and Vera traveled to Marion for two to three weeks, while Captain Gaston, recently back from Des Moines, is in weak health after a surgical abscess.
A Saturday evening gathering at Mr. and Mrs. D. G. Ferguson’s attracted a large group of young people who enjoyed a sociable and hospitable entertainment. The hosts are noted for hosting pleasant events and ensured everyone had a splendid time.
OxLt Adamson of Covington Indiana has been in town with his lawyers Turner and Smith assisting in preparing testimony for a major case now pending in the circuit court in which he is the plaintiff.
The Message by Bro Everly appears with a salutatory promising to aid readers in their Christian life. The editor hopes it proves helpful to receivers and financially successful for its enterprising publisher.
D. A. Breetow & Co. announces a thirty day sale to reduce men and boys overcoats suits hats caps odd pants and vests in preparation for annual inventory. Prices offered are described as highly satisfactory.
The Chautauqua program for Monday evening February 1 outlines papers on Bulgaria its history and present condition by W F Chevalier Essay on the cause of the seventy years absence of the Popes from Rome by Mrs Shields selections by Jonathan Swift Lulu Wright music papers on the career of Pope Pius IX by Mrs Bisbee table talk quiz on how to live conducted by Dr Meredith Papery The Papacy its history nature and power past and present by Mrs Moulton question drawer on that topic music and place of meeting at Mrs Tildens Time of meeting changed to Monday evening at the usual hour.
Brad Paxton offers a Helpmate sewing machine for sale. The listing notes the unit is available for inspection and calls for inquiries about price and condition. Potential buyers are invited to call to arrange viewing.
The plaintiff sues J. E. Duncan editor of Ames Intelligencer alleging false defamatory passages published on December 10, 1885 accusing him of being a champion liar and coal thief. The suit seeks three thousand dollars in damages plus costs, with the text arguing the publication injures plaintiff's business and defames him through the Bumble Bee persona.
Arthur S. Dowler writes to clarify his past links with the Bumblebee, distancing himself from E. W. Clark disputes and asking readers to vindicate him. He insists he is not a participant in the ongoing newspaper row and seeks no further involvement.
Mrs. Hortense M. Sheldon Hotchkiss, long a respected city resident, died December 31 after a prolonged illness. Born in Saybrook Ohio May 20 1843 she lived in Hudson Michigan before moving to Des Moines in 1871 with her husband John C. Hotchkiss. A devout Congregationalist mother and wife she supported her home and church duties while her husband cared for her in recent months. The funeral was set for 2 p.m. at their 1535 Woodland avenue residence. she leaves three daughters and her husband.
At a Tuesday meeting January 22, Ames Town Council appointed a committee to draft a resolution thanking the Fire Companies and Boone and Nevada citizens who aided in extinguishing a late fire. The resolution also thanks the C and N W Ry Co for providing transportation for the companies and engines, noting fraternal and generous regard. An unrelated ad for Chamberlain's Cough Remedy urges readers to buy a bottle to stave off a severe cold.
The piece reflects a harsh winter with heavy snow and cold, noting past years and local anxieties. It reports Hog losses to cholera for Hamilton Wakefield and Charley Shultz, mentions Dakota horse buyers, and praises Sam Rich as a capable outdoorsman. The assessor will visit soon and county papers are designated official for 1886.
Mrs. Rebecca Adams and family extend thanks to kind neighbors and friends who aided them in their late trouble and sorrow.
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