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Newspaper

Ames Intelligencer

Location

Ames, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 14, 1908

Page

4

Larrabee Faces Des Moines Meeting on Rail Regulation

The article recalls Larrabee's planned remarks at a Des Moines Republican gathering. It notes his and Chairman Bacon's reception in Washington by Senator Dolliver and the Iowa delegation as they sought interstate commerce commission powers to regulate freight rates. The piece frames this as an overlooked chapter in state political history.

Larrabee Des Bacon Washington Dolliver Iowa Interstate Commerce Commission Soy Gov

Dolliver recounts Cummins message to Allison at Mason City

In Mason City Senator Dolliver quotes Governor Cummins saying he will not run against Senator Allison and wishes him a Merry Christmas. Critics note the phrasing sounds Delliverish and suggest it reflects speculative script or Savery House bill language rather than Cummins standard speech.

Mason City Dolliver Cummins Allison Savery House Washington

Oskaloosa Herald Critiques Editorial Pages

The Oskaloosa Herald objects to the Register and Leader for giving space to Dr Perry Engle a socialist to discuss Senator Allison's record. It notes the issue carried two letters by former Republicans Berryhill and Engle and calls Engle's letter out of place and Berryhill's in bad taste.

Oskaloosa Herald Register and Leader Perry Engle Allison Berryhill Cummins Engie Engle

Congress Debates Value of Higher Pay

The piece argues salary rises do not guarantee more production and notes Congress appears to work less after raises. It questions entrusting national legislation to the lowest responsible officials and suggests reevaluating how lawmakers are paid and held accountable.

Congress

Cummins Campaign Booklet Seems Printed Illegally

The Allison campaign committee issued a Cummins record booklet that appears produced by scab labor. It lacks the union label and seems misattributed in authorship and printing.

Gov. Cummins Allison Campaign Committee Scab

Birds Needed as Worms Linger on Ames Sidewalks

A reader complains that after rain fish worms stay on Ames sidewalks for a day and attract no birds. The writer argues for more birds and wider sidewalks to address the issue.

Ames

Judge Prouty Plans Nevada and Ames Campaign Speeches

Judge Prouty will address voters in Nevada next Tuesday evening and in Ames on Wednesday evening. A strong speaker, he is expected to draw full houses at both events.

Judge Prouty Nevada Ames

Sensational Des Moines Pieces Shape Ames Image

A critic complains that Des Moines papers court sensationalism to the point Ames could become unappealing. The writer argues such coverage risks driving Des Moines residents to seek annexation by Ames.

Mills launches Advocate in Zearing Town

Guy W. Mills has launched the Advocate at Zearing. The first number looks well and is representative of that thriving town.

Guy W. Mills Zearing

When These Storms Let Up Your Rheumatism Will Be Better

An informal health note suggests rheumatic pain improves after storms subside, implying a link between weather changes and joint discomfort. It references general remedies and expectations for relief without citing medical authority or specifics.

The Farmer’s Busy Day Reflects Seasonal Strain

A farmer's workload spikes as harvest season peaks. Field tasks multiply with weather uncertainties, market pressures, and equipment needs. Local agriculture groups note the juggling of planting schedules, labor, and logistics remains intense.

Danforth's Ice Cream Factory Produces Quality Cream

Danforth's factory is praised as the source of good cream, highlighting its role in supplying smooth dairy products. Local producers celebrate the plant for reliability and taste across the region.

Danforth’s

Prouty to Address Ames Citizens Next Wednesday

Judge S F Prouty Republican primary candidate will speak to Ames citizens at the Armory next Wednesday evening. Gov Cammins to speak at Story City park Monday at 11. Attendees urged to report for Des Moines Republican meeting after speeches. special car possible if sixty passengers sign up.

F. Prouty Congress Ames Armory Cammins Story City Des Moines L. M. Bosworth O. R. Quade

Fourth Ward Improvement Proposition Wins Narrowly

In a special election the Fourth Ward improvement plan passed with 882 votes for and 88 against. Seventy-two women voted yes and five voted no.

Fourth Ward

Ames Sewer Proposals Open June for Fourth Ward

Notice to contractors in Ames Iowa invites bids for sanitary sewer projects in the Fourth Ward with bids due by June 8 1908. Plans require five percent certified checks and separate bids for contract items including campus works funded by sewer certificates and other sections by special assessments.

Ames Story County Iowa M. A. Manning T. H. MacDonald Nord City of A. B. Maxwell Maxwell Galen Tilden Nances

Sewage Tank Additions and Subdistrict Sewer Works

City plans and specifications for additions to a sewage tank including concrete work, reinforcing steel, filter bed alterations, and new sanitary sewers and pumping plants for subdistricts No. 1 and No. 2. Work to begin within 30 days and finish by December 1, 1908 with a one year repair guarantee and a five percent performance bond.

F. O. B. Ames Pike Ave Hyland Ave Ontario Ave Boone St A. Marston T. H. MacDonald A. B. Maxwell Towa

Whooping Cough Remedies Endorsement

Mrs. A Goss of Durand Michigan praises Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as effective for whooping cough in children. Hartland's Mr Lane recommended it. available from Loughran and Bauer and Joel B Cagwin. Campbell branding signals photo quality. 6 ft.

Lane Hartland Chamberlain A. Goss Durand, Mich Loughran Bauer Joel B. Cagwin

DeWitts Kidney and Bladder Pills Praised by Dealer

Mr. John Riha of Vining Indiana reports strong sales and high satisfaction after selling DeWitt's Kidney and Bladder Pills for about a year. He cites a dozen local users who are pleased with the product and notes personal use with fine results. Sold by C. A. Gamble.

John Riha Vining, In DeWitt C. A. Gamble

DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve Sold Everywhere

Campbell's photos lead the ad copy praising DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve as the original soothing cooling remedy for piles. Substitutes exist but only the original is advertised as healing and effective.

DeWitt C. A. Gamble

Man from Texas Praises Pineules For Kidney Relief

Mr Ss G Williams of Powderly Texas declares he suffered years with kidney and bladder trouble before trying Pineules after 30 days at $1.00. He reports feeling fine and notes money refunded if not satisfied.

Ss. G. Williams Powderly Texas

Lyon & Healy Chicago Piano House Promises Fixed Prices

The Lyon & Healy firm in Chicago offers a large stock of over 1 000 pianos with fixed low prices for in city and distant customers. They ship at Chicago prices and tailor selections for buyers away from the city. Catalogs claim to cover Steinways Webers Lyon & Healys Washburns among other top makes. Address 10 Adams Street Chicago.

Chicago Lyon & Healy Chicago Music House Steinways Webers Lyon & Healys Washburns Adams Street

Danforths Ice Cream Manzan Pile Remedy Ad

ManZan Pile Remedy comes ready to use in a collapsible tube with nozzle attached. One application proves its merit. Soothes heals reduces inflammation relieves soreness itching for all forms of Piles. Price 50c Guaranteed. Sold by C. A. Gamble.

C. A. Gamble C.A. Gamble

Auction sale of new goods in U S Spring Bldg

An auction sale of new goods will be held in the U S Spring Building on Saturday May 23 at 1 30 p m. The notice outlines the time and venue for bidders seeking the listed items.

U. S

Pineule's Relieved Back Ache Remedy Offer

A 30 Days trial at $1.00 markets Pineule's Relieved Back-ache for weak and lame backs and rheumatic pains. Claims benefit for kidneys, bladder and blood with universal use and a money back guarantee by C. A. Gamble.

Pineule C. A. Gamble

A H S Alumni Meeting Called For Saturday Evening

A business meeting regarding the usual alumni reception for the graduating class will be held at the home Saturday evening. All A H S graduates are urged to be present. Clyde Kintsley, Pres.

A.H.S Clyde Kintsley

Pine salve care ad for cuts and burns by Gamble

An old advertises Pine salve Carbolized sold by C. A. Gamble. It soothes chap lips and skin, heals cuts and burns, and is pitched as a multipurpose poul tice for hands face and sores.

C. A. Gamble

DeWitt's Early Risers Pills Sold by Gamble Firm

DeWitt's Little Early Risers are marketed as small safe and gentle pills. They are sold by Cc. A. Gamble according to the advertisement description.

DeWitt’s Cc. A. Gamble

Mothers praised, fathers neglected in Sioux City Journal note

A May 10 Sioux City Journal op-ed laments that mothers receive praise in public events while fathers go unmentioned. The piece cites Lyman Beecher and John Adams families to illustrate overlooked maternal influence in history.

Sioux City Journal Lyman Beecher Beecher John Adams John Quincy Adams

Change for Ames Story City Train Call

A short note indicates a change in train service for Ames and a call directed to Story City. Officials adjust schedules and riders are advised to verify times. The update affects commuters and local transit users in the region.

Ames Hub Highlighted By Last Week of Rail News

Herald recalls a brakeman’s call for Ames as a traveler fled Jewel Junction. The musical voice urged changing cars at Ames for major cities including Omaha Salt Lake City San Francisco Chicago New York Galveston St Louis and more. A railroad official joked Ames must be the hub.

Herald Ames Jewel Junction Omaha Salt Lake City San Francisco Chicago New York Galveston St. Louis Kansas City Europe BE. Taylor

ManZan Pile Remedy Sold at 50c Guaranteed

C A Gamble offers ManZan Pile Remedy priced at 50 cents with a guaranteed claim of relief and healing after one application. Ready to use, it targets all forms of piles and promises prompt soothing benefits.

Also Mentioned on This Page

the Intelligencer Esau Ayer S. F. Prouty Ash Ave College Welch Ave Welch St Woodman &T Hyland Woodman St West St Ridge Ave St St Pike St Boone Or Chamberlain St Haywood Ave Johnny Women & Children N. B J.C. Ayer Co Lowll, Masa Campbell Danforth’s Ice Cream Charlies Taylor Mother Ames Produce Co Mutual Des Moines Creamery Co
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