Huxley Choir to Present Cantata in Ames Church
The Huxley Choir under John J. Feroe will present the cantata The Nazarene at the Lutheran church in Ames on Sunday evening February 16 at 7 45. Admission is free with a collection to defray expenses.
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Huxley Choir
The
Lutheran Church
Huxley
Nazarene
Ames
John J. Feroe
Slater
Iowa
Feroe
Minnesota
Harry Phillips
St. Paul
J. C. Homer
Philadelphia
the Nazarene
Groundhog Day forecast and weather notes
The article discusses groundhog day rituals in Missouri, Arkansas, and Indiana with predictions about Mr G Hog and potential shadows. It also cites Dr Kilmer as a popular weather prophet, predicting cold snaps early February followed by a warm spell and a late mid February storm, with detailed temperature impressions across major regions.
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Missouri
Arkansas
Indiana
G. Hog
California
Florida
Sam
Tment
L. B
F. B. Colburn
Kilmer
Hicks
Kansas
Oklahoma
Southwest
Texas
Okla
Lake Reee
Middle Atlantic
Middle West
Great Lakes
New York
New England
Graft Scandal In Ohio Agriculture Department Fallout
Cincinnati Post exposes ex official convicted for taking bribes of 300 dollars monthly to boost certain fertilizers. A clerk handling fertilizer samples allegedly took 85 dollars monthly, accumulating over 10 000 dollars in two years, accepting bribes from fertilizer firms for favorable sample analysis.
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Cincinnati Post
Ohio Department of Agriculture
Ter
Baptist Revival Continues in Ames Church Attendance Grows
The Baptist revival at the Ames church draws large crowds with many turned away. Evangelist Taylor and Mrs. Taylor lead practical sermons and nightly cornet solos. Over fifty have shown interest in the Christian life as meetings run toward a February 5 closing and city church cooperation.
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Baptist Church
Taylor
Ames
Ames Minister Not Guilty In Unusual Marriage Prayer
A matrimonial dope writer sends a spoof from Ames Iowa dated January 17. At a church wedding the officiant prayed for the couple with odd lines praising a wife’s obedience and female fame while asking mercy for the groom. The note jokes about Ames ministers lacking practice due to constant weddings and other ministers getting the fees.
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Iowa
Ames
Town
Tor
McKinley Birthday Remembered with Carnation Day Observance
The Carnation League of America urges nationwide observance of January 29 as Carnation Day honoring William McKinley. The circular praises his life and calls for wearing carnations, noting the day enshrines patriotism and national values.
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Carnation League of America
William McKinley
Put on Wheels. Jones Moves Chicago Show to Omaha
Prof J W Jones decides to relocate the Chicago Corn show to Omaha. Ames men push for changes as the plan unfolds across midwest agricultural events.
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J. W. Jones
Omaha
Ames
Story County farmers plan meeting at Nevada Court House
The Meat Producers of Story County will convene at the Court House in Nevada Saturday with a 1 PM program on the benefits of the Meat Producers association led by A Sykes. At 2 PM the railroad rate issue and livestock sale benefits by A L Ames will be discussed. A 2 PM follow up covers co operative packing houses and price dynamics with Frederick Larrabee of Ft. Dodge among others.
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Story County
Court House
Nevada
Meat Producers Association
A. Sykes
Co-Operative Commission Association
A. L. Ames
Farmers Co-Operative Association
Co-operative Packing Houses
Frederick Larrabee
Ft. Dodge
Ansel Briggs Iowa's first governor 1846 inauguration
Ansel Briggs born 1806 Vermont became Iowa's first governor in 1846 after serving in Jackson county politics and the territorial legislature. He won by 247 votes over Thomas McKight and served a four year term. Briggs later died in 1881 in Omaha. The piece notes Briggs and Iowa's early statehood, education, temperance, and fiscal history.
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Ansel Briggs
Vermont
Iowa
Ohio
Davenport
Dubuque
Iowa City
Missouri
Omaha
Lincoln
Iowa State College
Ember
Jackson County
Territorial
Thomas McKight
Briggs
U. S
Des Moines
James Ro
Wydell Seeks Start in Race Circulates Nomination Papers
Wydell circulated his nomination papers last Saturday and expressed satisfaction at willing support from the public. He feels encouraged about his prospects as reported by the Ro land Record.
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Wydell
Prin. A. O. Wydell
Roland
Birthday Notes From Gov Briggs and Gen Lincoln
A historical note recalls Gov Briggs and Gen Lincoln sharing a February 3 birthday. Gov Briggs born February 3, 1806, and Gen Lincoln born February 3, 1845 in Maryland. Past Grand Master W. H. Norris of Manchester was born the day after Groundhog Day in 1857.
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General Lincoln
Briggs
Gov. Briggs
Gen. Lincoln
Gov. Brigs
Gov. Brings
Maryland
W. H. Norris
Manchester
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Gen Lincoln and Mr Norris urged to join in celebrating Greece independence on February 3 1830 with the Ames Greeks described in a social note
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Gen
Lincoln
Mr. Norris
Greece
Anniversary of the Chimes Invention Marked by Dean Stanton
Dean Stanton notes the 521st anniversary of bell chime invention and hints at a forthcoming detailed story. He cites major changes in bell music production since January 80 1487 but provides no specifics today.
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Dean Stanton
Colo's Moral Reforms Shift on Divorces by Justices of the Peace
The Cole Observer, once urging to end tolls and fees for funerals, now backs granting divorces by justices of the peace, deeming the process simpler and more accessible.
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Colo
Cole
Ames Urges Merit in Primary Elections Over Town Ties
The Rockets Red Glare asserts Ames should not win by locality and urges voters to choose the most competent candidates for sheriff, treasurer, county attorney, and superintendent of schools. It argues competition will move residents and stresses fitness and character over town allegiance.
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Roland Rocket
Ames
America
Story County
Lne
Roland
Senator Joe's Principles Run for Publican Nomination
J A Fitchpatrick of Nevada pursues the Republican nomination for state senate in Story county. He is a longtime Republican worker noted for upholding party principles and pledges equal voting and employment rights based on individual judgment.
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Joe
J. A. Fitchpatrick
Nevada
Patrick
Story County
Maxwell Tribune
Fowler a Sure Winner in Ames County Primaries
Frank N. Fowell emerges as a prominent Ames citizen with strong education and good judgment. He receives a hearty reception across the county and is expected to win the June 2 primaries.
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Fowler
Frank N. Fowell
Ames
Slater News
Milford Candidate Kooser Seeks Story County Sheriff Nomination
Frank E. Kooser of Milford township announces his candidacy for sheriff of Story county, subject to the primary vote. He presents himself as a hopeful for the office in the upcoming election cycle.
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Frank E. Kooser
Milford Township
Story County
Kooser
Warrick Presses Bid for Representative Seat
Fred C. Warrick announces his candidacy for the Representative post. The article notes his prior run five years ago, strong backing, Nevada life, and a record of Republican alignment and public support. Warrick is portrayed as a formidable and popular contender deserving favorable consideration.
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Fred C. Warrick
Warrick
Sheriff Ricketts
Nevada
Franks Fowler Cited For Fiscal Stewardship In Maxwell Tribune
The Maxwell Tribune lauds Frank Fowler noting his energy and foresight in business as evidence he would keep county finances in safe hands if elected. The piece emphasizes trust in his ability and potential suitability for public office.
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Frank Fowler
Maxwell Tribune
City Elections Rules Don’t Align With Past Opinion
Attorney general Byers affirms the Intelligencer opinion on Ames class elections. The ruling says second class cities with odd year mayor terms skip council elections this year while extending terms. even year mayor cities keep usual council elections with next year skipped. Towns with odd year mayors will elect councilmen in 1968 and 1909, then none in 1810, biennially thereafter.
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Byers
Intelligencer
Ames
Co. H. Pasley
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McKinley
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Meat Producers
First Yankee
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Frank Kooser
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