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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1907
Page
2
Major Laws Take Effect July 4 In New Assembly Package
The last general assembly enacted many laws to begin July 4, including a six cent fare, anti pass, corporate stock controls, uniform fire policy, and primary election reform. Provisions forbid corporate political contributions, set penalties up to 1000 dollars and jail, and require sworn expense statements for candidates and party chairs. Other measures license and regulate offices and services, set city and county rules, and cover insurance, labor, and public safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
General Assembly
Fraternal Congress
Secretary of State
Attorney General
State Railroad Commission
Co. O. D
Des Moines adopts 5 commissioner system for city government
Des Moines voters approve a switch to a five member commissioner form. A primary selects ten nominees for five seats to be decided in March. Current administration will continue until new system takes effect, with commissioners set to appoint department heads and be directly answerable to the people.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Iowa
Distaste for the Present System Grows Among People
A remark notes that people know where to direct their complaints and asserts that this is the chief issue fueling public dissatisfaction with the current system. It emphasizes widespread frustration and the call for change through direct accountability.
Bayard Youths Take Drunkenness Crusade to Drunks
Bayard youths protest liquor in town by giving offenders fermented eggs, riding them on a rail, and dousing them in mud. They demand evidence of liquor sources and vow public punishment until the town’s moral tone improves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bayard
Marshalltown Enforces Anti Spitting Ordinance
A Marshalltown anti spitting rule is enforced. The first offender, a Northwestern railroad agent, involuntarily expectorated on a depot platform. He paid a $9.75 fine. It is hoped the event does not prompt the company to halt trains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marshalltown
Northwestern Railroad
Senator Funk Seen As Possible Ticket Leader
Funk, recently returned from the west in improved health, has not yet declared. He would be a safe pick for the ticket and the office, with his name being used prominently for a position on next year’s ballot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senator Funk
Funk
West
Des Moines Ward Heelers Face City Smog Pressure
Iowa lawmakers weigh how to discipline ward officials as residents of the capital confront persistent smoke nuisance. The move aims to curb nuisance complaints and restore public order in Des Moines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Des Moines
Fourth of July falls early like Easter this year
The article notes the Fourth of July occurs next Thursday and compares its timing to Easter, asking how Iowa can enjoy a traditional celebration when corn is not laid aside.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Ret Clarkson to Lead Taft Campaign in the South
Ret Clarkson former editor of the Iowa State Register and current surveyor of the port of New York is appointed to manage the Taft campaign in southern states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ret Clarkson
Iowa State Register
Port of
New York
Taft
South
Iowa State College Plans Musical Department Upgrade
Iowa State College aims to elevate its musical department to the standard of the college’s other high quality units. The initiative reflects growing emphasis on campus arts and student cultural programs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa State College
Taft Lacks Dignity as Presidential Candidate, Commented
The Register and Leader and Nevada Representative state that Taft does not possess the dignity required for a presidential candidate. The remarks appear in opinion pieces published this week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Register
Nevada
Ry Taft
Des Moines Poised as Model City Before Commissioner Election
A city report urges Des Moines to set a high standard in governance and planning ahead of the upcoming commission elections. Officials stress reforms and policy milestones to showcase municipal achievements.
Prof Hicks Seeks Period After Storm Period
The query asks Prof Hicks to place a period after the phrase storm period, requesting punctuation correction in the item. No additional facts or entities are provided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prof. Hicks
Social Rounds and Visits Around Town
Miss Bessie Crane hosted about forty friends Friday night for a pleasant gathering. Mr. and Mrs. Penquite of Colfax visited their daughter Mrs. Stitts over the weekend. Mrs. A. F. Hutchison and her son stayed in Boone visiting relatives. Esther Ericson of Ames visited Kelley over Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. EB Penfield were in Des Moines on Sunday. Hattie Egelston traveled to Ames for a day last week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bessie Crane
Ontario
Bro. Liverett
Carl Briley
Donald Freed
Ames
H. Truesdell
Wey
Nettie Prather
Gertie Grayson
E. Tripp
Texas
Gilbert
Alma Ross
Bertha Briley
Olla van Wazer
Fred Warrick
Nevada
L. H. Smith
Allie Bateman
Harry Smith
Mr. Warrick
Lee Smith
Harry Amesberry
Indian Territory
Mr. Amesberry
J. F. Warren
Charlie Warren
Elmer Powell
Frank Montgomery
Clyde Amesberry
W. R. Hardcastle
Olive Birney
Teachers’ Institute
Anna Armstrong
T. Hardcastle
Boone
J. W. Bateman
Scott Moses
Ontario Church Children Day Program and Local Socials
Ontario observes children day at the church with a program including organ, scripture, songs, recitations, and a school drill. Also noted are numerous social visits, weddings, and local travel plans around Ames, Nevada, and Story City, with many residents attending picnics, institutes, and church events through June.
Real Estate Transfers in Ames and Surrounding Areas
A string of real estate deeds recorded including J L Stevens to William Temby for 285 dollars in Ames, Oliver Doubleday to Esther G Orpha Doubleday for 200 dollars, Augustus Leecing to J D Grove for 2000 dollars, and multiple other transfers in Ames listings. Also notes transactions by John H Augustine, C G Lee, Wesley D Barnes, BE EB Knight, Samuel M White, and William Gibson involving parcels in 83-22 and 83-24 blocks with various lot and width measurements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. L. Stevens
William Temby
Ad Ames
Oliver Doubleday
Esther G Orpha Doubleday
Cambridge
Augustus Leecing
J D Grove
Blair
John H Augustine
C L Fish
Hanson
Collins
J B Miller
E A
Musgrove
Beardshear
C G Lee
J Grove
Lee & Little
Wesley D Barnes
O B Alderman
EB Knight
Samuel M White
EE Knight
William Gibson
Alma Dixon
Missionary Program Enthralls Maxwell Village
The Woman's Missionary Society of the M E church held a Sunday evening program with recitations by several young girls a Des Moines reader Mrs Pearson entertaining and an address by Rev Lott followed by a foreign mission collection Edna Posten of Capron visited her parents Geo Kennedy and left with Coral Sherman Mr and Mrs Will Baldwin and Will Brouchard of Collins visited Mrs John Cole who hosted the Entre Nous Embroidery club A luncheon was served Albert Sherman and son Russell returned from California on the flyer and were welcomed home Mr Charles Olinger has become
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davidson
Olinger
Leotameyers
Elsie Lott
Mayme Scott
Helen Bincard
Institute
Nevada
Miss Scott
Lingenfelter Bros
O. M. Shryock
Marshalltown
Lee Olinger
Will John
Rose John
Collins
Esther Bowen
Des Moines
Jesse Bowen
W. W. Finnie
Marion
Finnie
Dora Holmes
Eli McQuiston
Ada Brokaw
Vivian
Jesse Wood
Dave Shope
Charles Fish
Maxwell
Iowa Falls
Millhouse
Misses Merritt
F. M. Baldwin
John Cole
Jake Lint
George Bartnott
Woman’s Missionary Society of the
M. EB. Church
Pearson
Lott
Edna Posten
Capron
Geo. Kennedy
Coral Sherman
Mesdames
Will Baldwin
Will Brouchard
Cole
Entre Nous Embroidery Club
Albert Sherman
Russell
California
Charles Olinger
Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy Advertisement
Colic and Di arrhoea pains in the stomach are quickly relieved by Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. For sale by Loughran and Bauer and Joel OC Cag win.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sale
Loughran
Bauer
Joel OC
Cagwin
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F. R. and
M. C. Conaway
Story County
Lew Jones
Lew Jones Grove
Story County Society
Milford and Grant
Rolan
Bergens Church
Clara Gaald
O. T. Thompson
Rev. Smedal
Amy Gaard
Sara Hegl
Gertrude Schlanbusch
Henrietta Oleson
Laura Thompson
Messrs Osmund
E. K. Thompson
I. M. Cole
E. O. Unbehaun
Homer Gaard
Viola Grindem
Ione Michaelson
Lizzie Raymond
Ingebrit T. Sande
Story City
Rev
J. N. Sandven Eee
Peope
Sande
Roland
Sherwood Stokko
John Stokko
John Johnson
H O. Sheldah
Luther League of Salem
Martha Gronstad
Calendar
Torris Thompson
J. N. Sandren
Salem
Luther League
Boyd
Messrs. and Mesdames
M. J. Swan
M. Henderson
Guard-Thompson
Ladies Aid Society of
Trinity Church
H.O. Duea
Megs. E. R. Sheldahi
Mrs. Severson
O.H. Kies
F. B. Hansen
Kate Boyd
R. Nelson
Emma
Greatinger
Mary Lasness
W. Mossman
Edith
Wampo, Idaho
E. G. Mossman
Emma Grove
Ella Oleson
Cedar Falls
O. B. Palmer
Chicago
Mrs. ©. Rugh of
Radcliffe
Gaard-Thompson
Mrs. E. R. Sheldahl
J. E. Severson
F. E. Hansen
E. &. Kimble
Busy Bee
Hanna Espeland
O. J. Eggland
Josie Orthan
Dr. E. Rice
Martha Sheldahl
O. N. O. Club
Lizzie Woster
Jane Christian
Office
County Recorder
Gamrath
Meat Market
ONE Bros
Tone
Tone Brothers
Lowa
Quade
ED. Miller
Peter Schuttler
America
Peter Schuttler CO
Chicago, Ill
Ketchum & Gaston
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