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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1911
Page
4
A newspaper card noting Elastica Floor Finish as a superior finish that resists scratches and water, preserves lustre, and outlasts common varnishes while reducing maintenance. It contrasts Elastica with standard varnishes, urging readers to visit for facts before buying.
A column of church notices lists Ames churches including Church of Christ with John T. Houser minister and Bible School at 10 A M and memorial G A R service at 11 A M, First Congregational Church with Children’s Day at 10 30 A M and graduation exercises at M E Church, Christian Science at 10 45 A M with a provocative subject, St Cecelia s Church mass at 9 A M, Methodist Episcopal with Rev George D Crissman and evening grad class sermon by Rev Walter Fowle, Sunday school superintendent Mrs Herman Knapp, Junior League and Epworth League times, and 8 P M evening service.
The Ames Times discusses Dr. Russell H. Conwell’s view that all sects may merge into one religious body led by the original apostles, noting mixed reactions from church leaders and local efforts in Ames to merge or sustain denominations. It cites Lutherans, a south side church, Beardshear’s church, and the town’s growth linked to church presence, contrasting Liberal Missouri’s fate with church development. The Taxation Commission appoints M. H. Cohen to study Iowa tax laws for fairer incentives to invest in industry.
Captain J A T Hull has opened a Washington office for law practice after years in Congress. He specializes in pensions, land cases, and government matters, aided by former secretary Herman D Reeve. The Intelligen cer hopes for his success and invites friends to forward Washington business. The Tilden Picnic section notes 27 attendees enjoyed a rain displaced indoor gathering at Miss Nell Fenton’s home with supper dancing and toasted marshmallows.
A freight car in C N W yards yielded two pairs of shoes stolen while Special Officer Jones and Street Commissioner McCoy detained several hobos briefly. Marshall Ricketts hosted a weekend party as two locals drank heavily. Mayor helped dispose of excess funds. Dr Shailer Mathews spoke on ministry as a life work urging ministers to serve community. Y M C A plans next semester activities. E H Graves offers insurance. Bonana product advertised as a ripe tropical banana beverage.
W A Perry advertises Osaka bowls in three colors for sale at 9 p m for 5 cents each. The item is pitched as useful for many tasks and offered in a Saturday special.
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