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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1908
Page
7
A gray headed observer praises women for courage in asking for change. He notes a woman will enter any shop to get ten dollars changed into desired denominations and walk out without buying. He contrasts this with men who buy unnecessary items to justify the request. He calls the female approach economical and brave. Source is the Oskaloosa Herald.
The Republican Congressional Committee offers a $150 prize for the best article not exceeding 1000 words arguing why the party should win next November. Open to all, manuscripts become the property of the committee. Submissions due by July 15 to the Literary Bureau in Washington, D. C. The winner’s check will be issued around August 15.
Travel agents offer low round trip rates to Denver, Colorado Springs, and Pueblo via Chicago with the Northwestern Line. Daily through trains, including the Colorado Special with a one night Denver stay. Sale June 1 to September 20, return by October 31. For tickets see any Northwestern agent. Also kidney remedy ad with 30 day trial.
Douglas Jerrold and Compton view the Gallery of Illustration and see Compton's reflection in mirrors. Jerrold comments that the image is very fine but would look better hanging.
A Wide World Magazine excerpt describes the pig as master of Chinese towns from north to south and east to west. It notes the pig incurs no keeper cost, roams freely, feeds on street refuse, and finds its owner by sight to return home unaided.
A Paris boulevardier encounters an old companion believed dead by his own hand. The companion admits contemplation of self harm, but says doctors diagnosed a grave disorder and he then vows to take care of himself.
A Cincinnati Enquirer note describes a man from the city remarking on a scarecrow in a cornfield. The farmer identifies the figure as John Higgins, his day laborer, noting Higgins’s quiet stillness and role.
The writer praises the Irish voice as soft and caressing while acknowledging faults. He notes that Irish people have pleasanter, more courtly manners in ordinary life. The excerpt reflects admiration for Irish cultural mannerisms.
The piece notes Amschel Rothschild born in 1772 and the Jewish rise in Frankfurt, then shifts to Glenwood Springs Colorado. It describes winter ice, summer resort life, social mixing, and Roosevelt's visit, highlighting hot springs, pools, vapor caves, and a projected 40 000 visitors plus a July Democratic convention impact.
Executors of Otis Briggs estate transfer 1 lot and 1 2 lot to E F Briggs Ex D for 45 dollars. A T Erwin and wife convey to F E Colburn a 7 lot in Grays sub division for 500 dollars. F M John and wife sell to C C Harris for one dollar and 1 2 of n1 2 sec 23 85 22. Eliza L Wier and husband sell to Knut O Highland for 3200 dollars ne nw 32 85 23. CC Harris and wife sell to K O Lura for 30625 ni 2 sec 28 85 22. Amelia Howland sells to Balus Howland for one dollar sw se and se sw bh 84 23. D P Ballard and wife sell to M J Ferguson for 100 dollars ni 2 se 30 85 23 and lot 1 ne sw 30 85 23. Sheriff of Story County transfers to Heirs of John Christian 975 98 dollars for lots 10 and 11 bik 5 Story City.
An advertisement promotes Kodol as the only preparation that fully digests all food types for indigestion. It touts prompt, thorough action, pleasant taste, and availability through C. A. Gamble.
District Court of Story county Iowa appoints J D Sims as administrator of Ida M Sims deceased. Creditors must file claims by law and all debts must be paid to the administrator at Ames Iowa with dated notice June 13 1908.
C A Gamble sells DeWitt’s Little Early Risers described as small safe and gentle pills. The note touts their reliability as a daily remedy and health aid from a local supplier.
A rustic tale recalls an Irishman who offered to work his passage aboard a packet boat on the Erie Canal. He towed the boat faithfully for two days then declared he preferred walking to working for passage and set off walking without thanks to his employers.
The renowned instrument used by Paganini at his farewell recital, later owned by Verdi, was bequeathed through Count di Cessole to Verdi. It has attracted bids starting at $5,000 and is valued around $75,000 according to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.
A Harper's Monthly vignette shows a five year old girl named Nellie about to be spanked by her mother. Nellie leans into her mother's dress and asks for air before the punishment can begin, illustrating a humorous child moment in a domestic setting.
A man professes deep love and asks for marriage citing devotion, while the woman counters that true love ignores finances and insists on the right moment, exposing a clash between sentiment and practicality. The exchange highlights differing views on readiness and social constraints in romance.
$16.00 round trip excursion rate via Chicago and North Western Railway for travel to the Republican National Convention. Tickets sold daily June 12 through June 17 with return by June 30. Inquire with ticket agent for details.
A Hampton Tennessee reader reports a severe ankle sprain lasting two days with sleepless nights. After using Chamberlain's Pain Balm from Butler merchant Stallings, the girl slept well and woke much improved able to walk. Sold in 25 and 50 cent sizes by all druggists.
On the sixth day of June 1908 the District Court of Story County appointed William Diggins as administrator of the Carrie Nordstrom estate deceased of Story County Iowa as of June 1908.
John Riha of Vining Iowa praises DeWitt Kidney and Bladder pills for a year of use and satisfaction. He notes a dozen locals have used them with perfect results and confirms personal success. Sold by C. A. Gamble.
Hostess Mr Litewayte plans to sing a comic song while the guest asserts anticipation of a disruption. The scene at the dinner table features light banter and a playful exchange hinting at an unexpected turn in the gathering.
Stockholders meet in Ames Iowa June 1 1908 to amend the corporations articles enlarging capital stock to 75000 and authorize officers to sign record publish and complete the amendment. Notary H C Shebhe y attests the consent of the president A Graves and secretary M A Manning.
In Story County Iowa notice is given that Edith Compton has not been heard from for about seven years and may be dead. She has an interest in lots 12 18 and 14 in Block 18 Blair's Addition to Ames with a dwelling valued about 1500 dollars. Letters of Administration may be issued to L. C. Tilden of Ames.
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