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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1907
Page
1
Memorial Day events in Ames include grave decorations at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. ceremonies at the Armory with an Ames cemetery parade. A river tribute to naval heroes and an 8 p.m. patriotic concert by the Ames band complete the day. The Armory program lists music, readings, ritual by G A R officers, a memorial address, and benediction.
Poem excerpt describes a muffled drum and the soldier's last tattoo. It envisions eternal rest on James camping ground with silent tents and guards in a solemn bivouac. The piece reverently honors fallen soldiers and their memory.
General Order from Ellsworth Post No. 30 G A R Ames Iowa May 20 1907 directs Memorial Day activities. First comrades meet May 26 at 10 30 a m at the G A R hall for a United Brethren church service and badge wear. Second group gathers May 30 at 1 p m for Memorial Day duties with dark suits white gloves and memorial badge. Third ex-soldiers and sailors of Civil and Spanish American wars invited to join march. By order of Abram S Liddle post adjutant.
Parley Sheldon proclaims Ames will honor fallen soldiers on May 30 1907 with a flower tribute at gravesites and a town-wide half day closing from 2 to 5 PM. The notice urges widows and sons of soldiers to attend and pay tribute to Union defenders.
Post and corps outline final arrangements to decorate soldiers graves at College Cemetery Ontario Cemetery Walnut Grove and Bloomington Cemeteries in Ames jurisdiction. Ceremonies begin at 10 am with talks by Iowa State College faculty a Glee club and college band present. Citizens nearby urged to participate and involve children in program.
The postoffice will close on May 1g0th at noon and reopen at 6 pm. No rural delivery, but carriers will be at the window in forenoon and evening. The office will open again from 6 to 7 oclock in the evening.
One hundred pupils from the intermediate and Central Welch Beardshear and South Side buildings will meet at the Central building at 8 o clock to carry flags and flowers. All other pupils assemble at 8 30 prepared to march. Parents asked to aid in aging flowers at 10 30 a m at the Central building.
The parade forms on Story street near Kellogg and proceeds south to Onondago then east to Douglas and north to Sycamore before turning to the cemetery. Officials marching include Ames City Band led by George Maquin, College Band led by Charles Mundhenk, College cadets commanded by Gen. J. R. Lincoln, and multiple company officers led by Major W. A. Danielson with Adjutants and lieutenants listed. Also marching are JaCeboshrd Company units A B C D F, Ames public schools, the Ames Drum Corps, Veterans groups, Women’s Relief Corps, civic societies, and other citizens.
The post and relief corps plan a Saturday event to scatter flowers for sailors who rest in watery graves. After a ceremony at Ames cemetery a motorized procession to the Dye bridge on North street will feature a program led by Grand Officers. Superintendent F. E. King will give a brief tribute to the US Navy.
Veterans of 1812 Mexican Civil and Spanish American wars reside in Ames and Story county as Decoration Day nears. The piece recalls local veterans and lists names tied to historic battles, noting the living from the last three wars and those resting in graves across county cemeteries.
Ames High School prepares a week of events for the class of 1907 starting with a peace pipe ceremony on May 23 at Native woman creek. Activities include receptions at Adams hall, a baccalaureate at Congregational church, senior breakfast, alumni reception, and a commencement address by Hon. E. Nye at the Armory.
Professor E. W. Stanton recalls the late Colorado Governor L. Steunenberg during Ames college days. He notes Steunenberg’s sturdy character, sympathy for workers, strong justice, and a promise of a great career. The article also mentions Moyer, tied to a historic local murder case and on trial west of Ames.
The college publishes the full commencement program from May 29 to June 6 featuring Peace Pipe ceremonies Evening gatherings include Society Graduation Promenade Concert Baccalaureate Sermon Alumni events Cornerstone laying by Governor Cummins and the Commencement Address by Bishop McDowell. The Peace Pipe marks a unifying event for the two classes amid football baseball and track rivalries.
A Friday night performance of Mr Bob by the high school cast drew a large crowd. Gertrude Gardner and Max Harding led the cast with strong turns. Florence Dunham and Florence Caldwell also stood out. Jack Daniel directed training, and receipts cleared a neat sum for the class.
Construction on the Stevens hill route south of the college dairy farm advances with grading nearly complete. Plans call for Ames to Des Moines service by July with cars every twenty minutes and fares of twenty five rides for a dollar, minor delays notwithstanding.
The first real picnic of the season is set on the Ames Town and Country Club campus Friday afternoon. All Story county citizens are invited to attend with a 2 to 6 pm program featuring a college glee club welcome by President A. B. Stone and remarks by Vice President W. J. Simmons.
The April term of district court adjourned Friday after over two weeks of sessions. Judge Lee earned praise from attorneys and litigants for his natural ability and practical experience. The Wright County Monitor notes a large amount of litigation addressed during the session.
Nevada fans secured a business district property to host league baseball games, replacing the old practice of traveling to the fair grounds. The move marks a significant step for local sports as supporters push for better facilities in town.
Those who have left school in recent weeks to begin work in the fields will be missed, while remaining students at the college prepare for a grand meeting. The gap in numbers will be offset by heightened spirits as the week's festivities commence.
A Herald reminiscence recalls the spring of 1945 in Iowa with heavy snowfall starting in May and persistent rain after the melt. Residents faced daily blizzards for seven weeks and had to improvise to cope with flooded days and rising waters.
Dr Sage and Dr Chappell predicted rain improving crops and the week ending May 20 1907 Des Moines Iowa saw a modest warming and light precipitation. Ground frosts eased and corn early planting reached 80 to 90 percent with fields ready for growth and expected ample yields with normal warmth and moisture ahead.
Prof A. V. Storm of Iowa City schools and a noted state public speaker has been elected to a position in the extension department under Prof Holden. He will join the college faculty and be warmly welcomed. The department plans to take in two or three this year’s graduates.
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