Roosevelt to Taft Transition Shape of Nation’s Future
The Intelligencer discusses Roosevelt stepping down and Taft taking the presidency. It lauds Roosevelt as a great notifier to the press and urges Taft to prepare messages in advance to aid papers nationwide. The piece reflects on Roosevelt’s impact and the press’s role in shaping American policy.
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Theodore Roosevelt
William H. Taft
Roosevelt
Mr. Taft
Taft
American Press
United States
White House
New York Sun
New York World
Indianapolis News
Congress
Perry's Shoes Liquidation Closes Sale of All Footwear
Perry's completes closing sale offering every pair of shoes at deep discounts. Furniture, apparel, and accessories not mentioned. Customers are urged to act quickly as stock dwindles and store hours continue through final day.
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Perry's
Wall Paper Line Highlighted by Loughran and Bauer
An advertisement promotes the most complete line of wallpaper at Loughran and Bauer. The notice emphasizes variety and quality available to customers.
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Loughran & Bauer's
Fraternities Ruled Out at Iowa State College Test Case
Judge Balliett ruled the faculty could expel students for joining secret societies. George Roberts joined Delta Tau Delta to test the policy and was expelled. courts upheld the faculty, though the order was later rescinded. The page notes various local events including school funding requests, a Bible reading query, city election results, and a church service.
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Intelligencer
Balliett
Des Moines
Iowa State College
George Roberts
Delta Tau Deltas
W. W. Spring
Ames
Grant Township
George O’brien
Rebecca
Rokeman
Nellie Bosworth
Delaine
Susie Perkins
Annie Giddings
Clarisa Codman
Hattie Ducan
Meg
Ella Hardin
Katie Connor
Rebecca Loud
Gyp
Meda Taylor
Our Club
Grace Maxwell
Grace Plumb
Clarice Little
Lizzie Rogers
Sara Raynor
Ella Soper
Lizzie Sisson
Mary Cramer
Lotta Fowler
Dorcas Society
K. W. Brown
Henry Wilson
E. R. Chamberlain
John H. Williams
H. P. McLain
Courcilmen
S. Cramer
F. T. McLain
W. Adams
Thomas Thompson
Thomas C. Miller
G. E. Patrick
D. A
Ames Ten Years Ago Highlights From 1899
Obituaries note Fritz Randall age 8 in Milford Township died after hog bite injury. Gen James Ross Lincoln returns as military instructor at Iowa State College. James Adams turns 46 on March 5. surprise party for him. William Woods, Ames born son of a college janitor, dies on Burlington railroad. G C Baker, octogenarian Ames machinist, recalls early work with Howe and first engines from Rio Janeiro to Lake Superior. Knudson and Barker grocery firm opens. Local birthdays marked for W H Stevens and Henry Woodruff. Addie Billington lectures at the college on Savonarola.
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Intelligencer
Fritz Randall
Milford Township
James Ross Lincoln
Iowa State College
James Adams
William Woods
Ames
Burlington
G. C. Baker
Howe
Rio Janeiro
Lake Superior
Atlantic
Knudson & Barker
W. H. Stevens
Grant Township
Henry Woodruff
Washington
Addie Billington
Savonorolo
Boston
Spring Hill
U. S
Mukden
Lincoln
Congress
National Treasury
Phil Sheridan
Sheridan
Albany
Texas
Alamo
Santa Ana
Mount Cajo
Wood
Pea Ridge
Millard Filmore
Buffalo
Kuropatkis
Hun River
Randolph Yarmouth
L. F. Andrews
The
Register and Leader
Des Moines
Athol
Mass
State Federation of Women’s Clubs
Kalamazoo
Mich
Frank M. Andrews
East
Charles J. A. Ericson
Sweden
Iowa
Northwestern
Boone County
John Ericsson
Monitor
New York
Frank M. Hopkins
Guthrie Center
Standpattersville
Mahaska County
Merrimac
Hampton Roads
U.S
Charles Aldrich
Historical Department
Boone
Annals of Iowa
Henry Ward Beecher
America
Grinnell
Dowie
Chicago
Ames News Roundup Highlights March 5 1908
Iowa motorists from Des Moines and beyond observe Montague Roberts pass through Ames en route to Paris with the American car. Prof Barrett’s Sabbatical year plan wins unanimous faculty support. Galen Tilden proposes an Ames method for city election nominations. High school contest at Chautauqua arranged. Mrs Harriman at Newton for her brother’s wedding.
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The
Intelligencer
Iowa
Des Moines
Ames
Montague Roberts
Paris
R. C. Barrett
Galen Tilden
Chautauqua
Thy Neighbor Poem by William B. O. Peabody
A short moral poem urges readers to aid the needy and comfort the sorrowing. It emphasizes visiting the poor, offering hope, and sharing one’s lot to heal breaking hearts.
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William B. O. Peabody
Look at the 5 and 10 Cent Goods At Market
Readers are invited to inspect a selection labeled five and ten cent goods offered at the market. The notices emphasize bargain pricing and a varied assortment suitable for thrifty shoppers. Local vendors showcase small household items and daily necessities priced to attract quick sales.
Important Dates in Weeks History Summary
A compact chronology of pivotal events from March dates across years. Entries include the Boston Massacre, Spring Hill, Pea Ridge, the Alamo, naval engagements, and notable births and political milestones tied to Iowa figures and national figures alike.
Loughran and Bauer Claim THE Line of Wall Paper
Loughran and Bauer present THE line of wall paper in a bold display. The catalog highlights durable patterns for homes and offices with a focus on quality finishes.
Progressives in a Humorous Family Exchange
A humorous Harper's Weekley panel presents a child asking if God made each family member and the mother affirming. The exchange ends with the child noting the father's improvements.
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Sam
Harper’s Weekly
Hard winter signs arrive with rising coal bills
A man only believes in a hard winter when his coal bills begin to arrive, underscoring how utility costs reveal seasonal realities.
2nd Sunday in Lent hymn about labor by Henry van Dyke
The excerpt presents a religious poem celebrating labor as a divine gift. It underscores joy in toil and earthly blessings, framing work as a living connection between heaven and humanity through the hymn-like, bell-sounding lines.
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Kirk
Love
Henry van Dyke
Minchin Returns to Pulpit with Communion Service
Congregational Church announces William J. Minchin resumes duties after month away. Morning worship features sermon and sacrament of communion with reception of members. Evening service presents a popular address titled The Pig that was Washed. Visitors and strangers are welcome.
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William J. Minchin
Mr. Minchin
Christian Church Services Led by J. T. Houser
Sunday school at 9 15 with J E Arnold as superintendent. Morning sermon at 11 on "Are you conforming to Christ's prayer." Evening worship at 7 30 with the theme "Revelation of men's ideas." Endeavor at 6 30. All are welcome.
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J. E. Arnold
Warner Johnson Pastor Service Schedule
Sunday School at 10:00 and sermon at 11:00 with subject Faith. U P Co E N at 6:30 hosts installation of officers and a 7:30 sermon on Gods Message to the World. Special singing planned at all services.
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Warner Johnson
Fowle Preaches on Love and Plodder at Baptist Church
Walter I. Fowle, minister, delivers morning sermon on the Interpretative Power of Love. Evening message titled The Greatness of the Plodder.
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Walter I. Fowle
Daughter Advances Culinary Fame Beyond Mother
A young chef surpasses her mother’s culinary reputation by achieving notable success in cooking. The article highlights her skill, ambition, and rising status in the culinary world.
Amateur Corn Growing Contest For Iowa Youths
The Agricultural Extension Department and Farm Crops Department of Iowa State College announce an Amateur Corn Growing contest for boys and girls under 18. Participants receive ten ears of pure bred Reid's Yellow Dent or Silver Mine corn with planting instructions and records. Include fathers in the effort. Special premiums await at local and state corn shows. Write for explanations to B. W. Crossley, Iowa State College, Ames.
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Agricultural Extension Department
Farm Crops Department
Iowa State College
Reid
B. W. Crossley
Ames
Iowa
Printer’s misprint ties agriculture to curious pets
The Grinnell Herald recounts a misprinted classified ad that listed a local merchant selling a “single combed white shepherd pup pies” and “full-blooded Scotch Collie cockerels and pallets.” A second tale follows a man crossing linen bugs with silk worms to make silk shirts with linen collars, which failed and ruined him financially.
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The
Herald
Grinnell Herald
Opinion clash between Ames Intelli gencer and Boone Democrat editors
The Boone Democrat editor calls the Ames Intelli gencer editor narrow minded bigoted prejudiced and jealous. The Herald notes the exchange has grown repetitive and unproductive as both sides hurl insults rather than substantive argument.
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Boone Democrat
Ames Intelligencer
Story City Herald
Senator Funk backs Board of Control plan for state schools
Senator Funk in Spirit Lake Beacon argues Ames Iowa City and Cedar Falls will embrace a centralized Board of Control for the three state institutions. He rebuts opposition as fear that central management harms service and says the change will ease legislature relations and promote steady growth. He notes previous reforms faced opposition but eventual acceptance.
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Funk
Spirit Lake Beacon
Ames
Iowa City
Cedar Falls
Board of Control
Educational Board of Control
Protests Against School Bill Dividing Interests Not Schools
Ora Williams argues that protests against the school bill mainly come from groups with a stake in keeping school funds. She notes treasurers and small banks aim to influence the measure to avoid loss of interest, urging passage if the bill benefits the people. Baxter New Era.
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Ora Williams
Times-Republican
Fitzpatrick
Baxter
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Story County
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Muscatine
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Emmet County
Loughran & Bauer
Progressive
Ames, Ia
the Lord
Congregational Church
Christian Church
J. T. Houser
United Brothern Church
Ames Savings Bank
Perry
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