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Newspaper

Ames Intelligencer

Location

Ames, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 02, 1904

Page

7

Ant Peculiarities Distinct Odors Guide Ant Society

Web species exhibit specific odors discernible by others. Ant noses on antennae detect nest vs enemy, same species vs colony, scent trails, larvae, and enemy presence. Early acquaintance yields peace. after 3 days odor standard fixes alliance and conflict rules.

Lincoln’s Lost Poems From Lincoln Office Desk

Gibson William Harris recalls finding several stanzas in Abraham Lincoln’s handwriting in a Lincoln & Herndon office desk. Lincoln asked where the manuscripts were found, rolled them up, and took them away, later disappearing from sight. The tale suggests the poems were destroyed and never recovered.

Gibson William Harris Lincoln & Herndon Woman's Home Companion Abraham Lincoln Mr. Lincoln

The Black Panther in the Jungle's Stealth

A description of the black panther from McClure's Magazine portrays a dangerous, distrustful hunter from Africa. The animal is unseen by day, eyes gleam in the dusky cage, and feeding times fail to coax movement as it remains ready to strike its own kind.

The Definite Article in Openings Provokes Editor

A magazine contributor had a piece returned after starting the opening paragraph with the definite article the. The editor argued that allowing such starts would make every article begin with the. A New York newspaper reportedly rejects any story starting with the the opening word.

New York New York Press

Earthquake-Ready House Draws Clever Jibe

The owner of a new apartment house boasts it was built to last with an earthquake proof claim. His architect brother in law replies that an earthquake might actually improve it, sparking a wry exchange in the Chicago Tribune.

Chicago Tribune

Fare Dispute Over Child Passenger Sparks Outrage

A passenger objects to being charged fare for a child over six claiming the boy has ridden with him for nine years on streetcars, while the conductor insists the child must pay. The exchange highlights age-based fare rules and passenger frustration.

Is That Congressmen A National Figure Explanational Quote

A village exchange jokes that a congressman is national in Washington but explanational when he returns home. The remark plays on political perception and public profile in a humorous, regional voice.

Washington

Pinesalve and Tonics Advertise Quick Pain Relief

An old newspaper fragment promotes ManZan for piles and Pinesalve for burns with O A Gamble as seller. It touts instant pain relief and healing without scarring, plus a travel notice for June excursions to Springfield via the Northwestern Line.

John Ruskin and the making of a social reformer

Charles Eliot Norton reviews John Ruskin as a highly gifted yet complex figure. The piece notes his sweetness and willfulness, keen perception, wide interests, and restless energy. It frames Ruskin’s evolving role from art critic to social reformer in his later work.

Ruskin Charles Eliot Norton Atlantic

Stone Animals and Fonging in Shen si Temples

Francis H. Nichols describes stone animal worship in Shen si where life size carvings of elephants tigers and monkeys are kept in barred cages. The animals symbolize reincarnation and are revered while priests tend sick cats and dogs and even release fish in ponds as acts of virtue.

Francis H. Nichols Shensi

Work and Worry Paragraph Quotation

A quotation argues that success comes from working and not worrying while failure comes from worrying. It warns that combining both is ruinous and ends in self harm, urging balance between effort and calm rather than overdoing either.

London

A Good Word For Apollo

Mrs. Popley remarks that our Robert is like a young Apollo in today’s dialogue. Mr. D Auber adds that artists try to shape public opinion toward classic heroes, as noted by the Philadelphia Press.

Apollo

Excursion Tickets to Sioux Orry Iowa at Reduced Rates

Excursion tickets to Sioux Orry Iowa via the North Western Line will be sold at reduced rates June 4 5 and 6 with return allowed until June 10 account of Masonic Grand Lodge Apply to agents Chicago and North Western Line Ry 7 2.

Chicago & North-Western Atlantic City N. J Cincinnati Grand Lodge B & P Order of Elks Louisville K. P San Francisco Knights Templar Sovereign Grand Lodge I Springfield Illinois Travelers Protective Association of America Chicago & North-Western Ene Sioux Orry Iowa North-Western Masonic Grand Lodge Chicago & North- Western Line R’y

Only Perfect Laxative in the World Endorsed by Lincoln Resident

Mr. Thomas Hickey, a longtime Lincoln, Sr. citizen, praises Re-Go Tonic Laxative Syrup as the only perfect laxative. He reports quick relief after trying many remedies, noting no griping and a pleasant taste. Sold in 25c, 50c and $1 bottles by C. A. Gamble, druggist.

Thomas Hickey Lincoln, Sr C. A. Gamble

Bee's Laxative Honey and Tar Cough Syrup Ad

An advertisement touts Bee's Laxative Honey and Tar as a unique cough syrup with antiseptic germ destruction solvent to cut phlegm and laxative properties to cleanse the system. It claims relief for coughs colds lung and bronchial affections and notes sales by C. A. Gamble.

C. A. Gamble

Iceman and coalman swear by the thermometer

Mrs Louis Ernest of Evansville Indiana touts Hollister Rocky Mountain Tea as splendid and curative after others failed. Tea or tablet form priced at 85 cents, with endorsement by L M Bosworth.

Rocky Mountain L. M. Bosworth Louis Ernest Evansville Ind Hollister

Des Moines Daily News advertisement offer

The Des Moines Daily News advertises postage paid delivery options at $1.50 per year or $1.00 for eight months, 80 cents for three months, and 50 cents for three months. It claims to be the most complete Iowa paper and to come daily all year.

Des Moines Daily Rage ! News Iowa Goigang”Ene the News Des Moines

Pineules a new discovery for kidney and bladder troubles

Pineules is described as a pine derived remedy for kidney and bladder issues plus rheumatism and lumbago. The ad invites readers to visit the store to learn more and notes it is sold by O. A. Gamble.

O. A. Gamble

Make money your slave says Mr Rockfeller

The remark advocates money as a master but offers no clear method or recipe for achieving wealth. It reflects a cautionary stance rather than practical guidance.

Mr. Rockfeller

Silence Often Reflects True Christianity More Than Sermons

A reflective note argues that quiet conduct embodies Christian faith more than public preaching, suggesting inner devotion and deeds outweigh vocal proclamation. The statement emphasizes humility, service, and personal integrity as essential expressions of belief.

Pineules claim quick cures for kidney and bladder troubles

The advertisement touts Pineules as a new discovery that quickly cures kidney and bladder issues. It promotes the product alongside other remedies and lists OC. A. Gamble as the seller.

If a Man's Mother-in-Law Acts Up It Is His Fault

A wry proverb notes that a son-in-law bears responsibility when his mother-in-law misbehaves. It also warns against borrowing more money than needed to ensure capability to repay.

New Liver Pills Promoted by Dr Dade Authority

Advertising promotes Dade’s pills by Dr Dade as a cure for constipation. Sold by C A Gambie to readers seeking relief and health benefits.

Dr. Dade Dade C. A. Gambie

Northwest and Southwest Excursion Rates Advertised

Homeseekers excursion offers to the Northwest West and Southwest with greatly reduced tickets aboard the Chicago & North Western Railway. Dates and full details available from local agents. Constipation causes two thirds of sickness. Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea promoted as a remedy 85 cents.

Chicago & North Western Ra Y

Hair Rates to G. A. BR. Encamer ment Mason City Iowa

Excursion tickets sold at one fare for round trip on June 6 7 and 8 and on June 9 for 8 arriving at Mason City before noon on that date limited to return until June 11 inclusive Apply to agents Chicago North Western Ry.

G. A. BR. Encamerment Mason City Iowa North- Western Chicago & North-Western R’y

Government Lands Open for Settlement in Rosebud Reservation

A pamphlet offering access to 382000 acres of government lands on the Rosebud reservation in the southeastern region describes maps and full settlement information. The leaflet, titled New Homes in the West, is available through North-Western Line agents or by mail from L. F. P. Gen. Agt Des Moines Iowa.

Rosebud Reservation Chicago & North-Western Bonesteel North-Western Line L. FP L. FP. , Gen. Agt

Fall fares to St Louis from Chicago and Northwest

Travel ads offer very low rates to St Louis and return from all points on the Northwestern Line. Excellent train service and liberal return limits promoted. Ask ticket agents for fall particulars.

St. Louis Chicago & North-Western

Bee's Laxative Honey Cough Syrup Sold by Gamble

Bee's Laxative Honey is advertised as a cough cure and laxative syrup made from pure strained honey. It claims to strengthen weak lungs and uses antiseptic healing properties of Native Pine along with other ingredients. Sold by O. A. Gamble.

O. A. Gamble

Rosebud Reservation lands to open in July

The Rosebud Reservation lands will open in July with registration and drawing dates and final entry details in a pamphlet New Homes in the West. The Passenger Department Chicago & North Western offers maps, Uct and homestead law guidance, and can mail copies for two cents or via ticket agents.

Rosebud Uct Chicago & North-Western North- Western L. F. Berry N. W. Ray Des Moines Iowa

Ring's Dyspepsia Tablets Cure Digestive Ailments

Dyspepsia tablets claim instant relief for stomach troubles, sour risings, and indigestion. The product is described as pleasant tasting like leaf sugar and sold by Oo A. Gamble.

Ring Oo. A. Gamble

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Daniel McCarthy G. Lee McCarthy & Lee BO. A. Underwood C. L. Waltmire H. E. Slattery Attorney At Law Real Estate, Insurance and Collections B. G. Dyer Greve’s Grocery Res Ames U. S. Griggs Pieere S. Dak Pacegate Bower & Perkins Main Street WM. Taylor Gossard and Taylors M. Hemstreet Story County Union National Bank W. M. Greetey Henry Wilson Bankers’ National Bank Chicago National City Bank Valley National Bank McCord Orrice—Dwyer Bosworth’s D. M. Gurner Janine G. Ghrist Drs. Ghrist Ghrist Millers Store Hunt Brownlie D. D.F Fluimt & F1 Ownriiee Dentists W. E. Harriman Medicine and Surgery F. H. Waters Keedick Mad ¢ Adams Mutual Office Frank W. Coy Douglas St Oo. J. Dunham Ames, Fa W. J. Stinson Macom, Lll Harts Sir Counsel Jr Taylor’s GEO, Connolly Lincoln THE Black Panther Sontinge Scott Scott & Downe Pearl Street Soc Pinesalve Skee George W. Little Boone and Saylor COAL Wmautrial Kellog St John Ruskin Canier Bros. & Herman OC. A. Gamble
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