Ames to Vote On Sale of City Electric Plant and Pratt Franchise
Ames Iowa officials publish a proposal to sell the city electric light plant to Edward G Pratt his successors or assigns for 45000 dollars and grant a 25 year franchise to operate distribute and regulate electric light power and heat within the city. A July 12 1909 election is called with specified polling sites and ballot wording.
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Ames
Iowa
Edward G. Pratt
Ames Times
Intelligencer
Newrwr
Blairs
Towa
K. W
Edna Pratt
Fire Department
Elity
Bradward G. Pratt
State of
Iowa State College
City Electric Light
City Hall
Coles Hall
Watkins Machine Company
A. B. Maxwell
Interurban Electric Schedules Between Ames and Des Moines
The notice lists Ames to Des Moines timetable with departures at 8 10 12 a m 2 4 6 8 p m and return trips from Des Moines at 8 15 10 2 a m 2 4 6 8 p m with 1 hr 45 min travel and connections at Kelly for Fort Dodge and Boone. Cars run every 30 minutes from 6 45 a m and throughout the day, with final Ames trip at 10 20 p m and last West Gate College run at 10 36 p m.
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Interurban
Ames
Des Moines
Kelly
Fort Dodge
Boone
Ames and College Trolly
West Gate
College
Ames Invites Bids for Concrete Curbing On Major Streets
Official publication calls for sealed proposals for cement curbs on Onondaga Duff Oggett Kellogg Story streets and avenues in Ames Iowa. Plans show six inch top curb with batter, concrete mix Portland cement and unscreened gravel, time frame August 2 1909 to November 1 1909, payments via special assessment certificates, bids require $100 certified check and $1 000 bond, one year maintenance after acceptance.
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Ames
Iowa
Dull Avenue
Onondaga Street
Story Street
Douglass Avenue
Kellogg Avenue
Duff Avenue
Burnett Avenue
A. B. Maxwell Galen Tilden
Oggett Avenue
Aglass Avenue
N. W. Ry. Co
City of
Secifica
Hogratt Avenue
Cit of
Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills Praised by Satisfied Users
A Penacook woman and others report rapid headache relief from Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills. They claim the medicine stops pain without stomach upset and recommend early use for any headache. Customers are advised to buy from their doctor with a money back guarantee.
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Dr. Miles
Cagwin Secures Agency for Zemo Skin Remedy
Joel B. Cagwin announces becoming the agent for Zemo a liquid external remedy claimed to cure eczema pimples dandruff and scalp diseases by destroying germs. He offers samples and proofs of cures and invites customers to view testimonials of remarkable results.
Remedy advertisement for Rings Little Liver Pills
An old advertisement for Rings Little Liver Pills claims to regulate bowels and cure sick headache. It promotes ease of use and lists C. A. Gamble as the provider.
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C. A. Gamble
Printing Work Promises Neat, Prompt Service at IntelliGencer
The IntelliGencer office pledges neat and prompt printing services. Officials promise careful handling of jobs with timely completion and clear communication on progress.
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Intelligencer Office
Kezema is Now Curable Claim for ZEMO Cure
ZEMO a clean liquid used externally stops itching instantly and claims to cure eczema and all itching skin or scalp diseases. Druggist Mr Cagwin cites ZEMO as the most successful remedy he has sold for relief and cure. Ask for a sample and view display and photos of cures.
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John W. Kennedy & CO
Zemo
Cagwin
De Witts Carbolized Witch Hazel Salve Advertisement
Multiple imitators appear. DeWitt's Carbolized Witch Hazel salve is advertised as the original. It claims to treat cuts burns bruises and is especially good for piles. Sold by C. A. Gamble.
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DeWitt
DeWwitt
C. A. Gamble
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Tennessee Red
H. L. Munn Lumber Company
Bosworth Drug Store
Mutual Telephone
Ames, Iowa
Official Publications
Galen Tilden
City
David Roberts
Wisconsin
Loughran & Bauer
Chicago, U. S. A
Ames Merchants
Elkhart
Elkhart Carriage & Harness Mfg. Co
Indiana
B. A. Lockwood Grain CO
J. M. Munsinger
Olympia Candy CO
Ames Candy Kitchen
the Olympia
Joel B. Cagwin
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