The Intellectencer Offer and Local Advertisements
One Pollar Fifty Cents Buys The Intellectencer for one year if paid in advance. New subscribers get the paper from now until January 1 1880 for 150 dollars. The paper promises abundant reading, weekly news summaries, county and legal news, and home advertisements. Subscriptions available in three, six, or twelve month terms via postmaster. The notice also lists local ads for stocksleger works, Goble & France fittings, Michigan apples, cranberries, corn, blankets, and other goods, plus bridge work and tax matters.
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Iyreciesncer
Story County
Choir Sends Me Money Token for Organist Services
The Congregational Choir forwards a monetary token to the organist as thanks. In a separate note, Geo. B. McFapper and Tuomas, Soren & Son relay that yesterday they re boxed and shipped back to the manufacturer an invoice for blankets failing to meet their standard quality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congregational Choir
Geo. B. McFapper
Tuomas, Soren & Son
Shawl Found Near Baptist Church Found Notice
Last Monday morning a shawl was found in the road near the Baptist church. Owner may claim by describing the shawl and paying for this notice at the office.
Apples and potatoes sale pitch in Marr Usuer notice
A seller proclaims unbeatable prices offering apples and cash for potatoes in Marr Usuer. The brief notice emphasizes low prices and high cash offers to attract buyers and growers in town.
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Marr
Usuer
New Drug Store to Open in Soper Building
A. B. Van Valkenburg & Co. will open a new drug store next week in T. K. Soper's building with J. M. King presiding over the prescription department. Con Hovaart issues a condolence letter praised for its poetic flourish and gentlemanly tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. B. van Valkenburg & Co
T. K. Soper
J. M. King
Shooting Expedition to Dakota Opens for Three Weeks
Today at noon Howard McLain Turner MccLain and Ed Cooper depart for Dakota for a three weeks shooting trip. In the past week they have been selling venison. During Howard's absence Dr Starr will manage the American Express Company's business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dakota
Howard McLain
Turner MccLain
Ed. Cooper
Howard
Dr. Starr
American Express Company
Death from diphtheria strikes family in county
Sunday afternoon a year and a half old girl of D. D. Van Campen died after two days of diphtheria. Two other children in the family were ill but convalescing. A few other cases are reported elsewhere in the county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. D. van Campen
Fresh Roasted Coffee and Spices Begin In Town
Chamberlain and Clark inaugurate a new departure in coffee and spice trade. They purchased a large mill and will grind fresh roasted coffee weekly for customers at no charge. Spices will also be ground fresh each week. It adds a handy grocery presence to the town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain & Clark
Barstow Joins Thomas & McLary as Chemist and Clerk
Ed Barstow formerly of Jno J Bousquet & Co joins Thomas and McLary Druggists and Booksellers. Barstow described as one of the state’s best practical chemists and careful prescription clerks. Friends urged to visit the store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ed. Barstow
Jno. J. Bousquet & Co
Lady’s shoes offered at Thomas Soper & Son store
Advertises that the shop sells the celebrated Phelps Dodge Palmer make of ladies shoes, inviting customers to visit for the brand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas, Soper & Son's
Phelps, Dodge & Palmer
Milch Cow Wanted Trade for Sewing Machine
Advert says someone with a cow in milk or soon to be milked can trade for a new first class sewing machine. The office invites calls stating the machine is the best on the market.
Banks Bro. team recovered after chase to Illinois
A thief known as Taschap stole Banks Bro. team then swapped their horses at Fairfield and fled. He was last heard from heading toward southern Illinois with officers in pursuit. Am. Banks later recovered the team at Fairfield.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taschap
Banks Bro
Fairfield
Illinois
Am. Banks
Furniture Business for Sale in Ames Iowa
A furniture stock sale offers an established business. interested buyers may contact C. B. Onsen, BS Ames Iowa for details. The case Woodman vs Dutton was reversed on appeal and sent back for a new trial with added evidence likely altering the prior outcome. Representative.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. B. Onsen
Woodman Vs. Dutton
Circuit Court
Supreme Court
Narrow Gauge Extension Gains Local Support
The Callanan Herald notes general satisfaction with the current railroad extension, which relieves Boone township of heavy taxes as the line ends at Callanan. It hopes future expansion may reach Webster City, praising its progress and prosperity.
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Boone Township
Callanan
Webster City
Hotel Change In New York House Passes To Dr Rayner
Dr Rayner assumes proprietorship and management of the New York House from Mr Bain who departs for his farm south of town. Bain is praised as a popular and successful hotel man and the community regrets his departure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York House
Dr. Rayner
Cedar Falls
Bain
Notable Local Visitors Highlight Esteemed Judge’s Reign
A. D. Lucas, father of W. D. Lucas, visits the city. Mr. Tagsell of New York, Dr. D. S. Fairchild’s brother in law, is in town. Rev. S. H. Mitchell spent a day or two here this week. Judge Mitchell has served four years on the District bench with only ten reversals by the Supreme Court, a record viewed as highly creditable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. D. Lucas
W. D. Lucas
Mr. Tagsell
New York
D. S. Fairchild
Rev
S. H. Mitchell
Mitchell
Supreme Court
Denison Musicians Prepare Mozart Sonata for Commencement
Prof Geo Fox leads Denison musical convention with Ames College Orchestra performing Mozart's nine piece sonata on commencement day November 14. Tickets list two first violins two second violins one viola one violin cello one bass horn one trombone one flute and one cornet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denison
Geo. Fox
Ames
Mozart
Denison Review
Story City Improvements Show Revival in Local Building Plan
Dr. Allen plans a new hotel ready for travelers with spacious verandas and balcony roofs. Cap Wier has a new agricultural implement warehouse and anticipates a busy season. A new brick livery stable nears completion and many other enhancements appear across the village.
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Dr. Allen
Cap. Wier
Valedictory note on sale of Watchman by J A Fitchpatrick
The piece lauds J A Fitchpatrick for growing the Watchman in size and reputation during his tenure. It notes political pressure drove him from support to leave the camp and wishes the new proprietor success. It mentions Fitchpatrick as not a statist and laments the party’s vagaries.
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J. A. Fitchpatrick
Hog Cholera Returns in Story County
Hog cholera breaks out anew in Story county with a higher death rate and wider area. The College farm sold 2700 pounds of cholera killed hogs this Wednesday. Prof. Stalker reports worms in the lungs of dead hogs as his investigations progress. Profs. Stalker and Robinson each manage porcine patients with growing but similar success in treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Story County
College Farm
Stalker
Robinson
Clerical Changes Among Ames Firms Signal Growth
John M. King will preside over the prescription case for the new drug firm occupying Soper's building creating a vacancy at Thomas & Mc Lain's to be filled by Ed. Barstow. Barstow moves to Jno. J. Bousquet & Co. with C. E. Taylor taking his place as top seller. The Inret oEeNceR welcomes all and warns persistent advertising remains the path to riches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John M. King
Soper
Thomas & McLain’s
Ed. Barstow
Barstow
Jno
J. Bousquet & Co
C. E. Taylor
Ames
Purse Swindle Tied to Cheap Printing Rings
The Boone Democrat reports fall thefts by a group calling cards for locals who refused to pay. A small but lucrative scam sent a purse east to a “cheap house” but cards were never delivered. Connecticut printer allegedly earned 5000 dollars. Many Boone residents never received replies to orders.
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Boone Democrat
Connecticut
Boone
A Swindle to Look Out For
A new class of swindlers targets country farmers by posing as government statisticians. They dine with the farmer after collecting crop data and offer payment, often giving a large bill in change. The farmer ends up paying nine dollars and realizing the deception, so farmers must beware.
Severe Winter Predicted Amid Arctic Cold Snap
A San Francisco report from a whaler captain arriving September 16 describes extraordinarily cold Arctic weather with snow in August. Whalers usually stay north into late September but left early due to frost fear, signaling a severe winter ahead.
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Arctic
San Francisco
Rowdyism in a Baptist Church By College Students
During Monday evening services at a Baptist church, several College students caused disruption with loud whispering giggling and apple eating in the pews. A man able to restore order confronted them and they submitted without protest, though the writer laments the missed chance to remove them by force.
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The
Baptist Church
An Elephant on the County in Jail Quandary
Mrs. Roberts has been sent from a Justice Court at Cole to await Grand Jury action. Turnkey Tyler has no space for her and the county jail houses six large men already. The Grand Jury and Court have urged the Board of Supervisors to address the jail issue, but no action has been taken and officials may be called to explain at the next court term.
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Roberts
Cole
Turnkey Tyler
Tyler
Board of Supervisors
Grand Jury
Roll of Honor Pupils Named for Four-Week Attendance
The Roll of Honor lists students from various schools for four weeks of perfect attendance as of Friday October 25. Names include Ida Bardwell Hattie West Lillie Barro Henry Barrell Ollie Butler Mary Perkins Minnie Starr Laura Stone Nellie King Eva Starr and many others across Grammar North Intermediate North Primary South Intermediate and South Primary groups.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ida Bardwell
Hattie West
Grammar School
Lillie Barro
Henry Barrell
Burton Elliott
C Clase
Ollie Butler
Mary Perkins
Minnie Starr
Laura Stone
North Iintermediate
Nellie King
Eva Starr
Hattie Bousquet
Mamie Rainbolt
Lillie Paxton
Elmeto McGuire
Blanche Soper
Emilie Perkins
Annie Hemstreet
Willie Shultz
Willie Marshall
Bertie Bisbee
Milton Evans
Bennie Cole
Ida May Thomas
Artie Thomas
Willie Cole
Allie Marshall
Maud Marshall
Cliffe Andruss
Billa Giddings
Bertie Giddings
Fred Soper
Minta Tilden
Katie Elliott
Flora Fitekpatrick
Hattie Perkins
Katie Boyd
Maud Granger
Kittie Balliet
South
Wedding Present for Dr Boardman in Monticello
A surprise party at Prof. Foster’s residence welcomed Dr. Boardman and his bride after their arrival. Ten or twelve couples attended, presenting a gold-mounted silver tea-set while Mr. J W Coxsee spoke warmly. Music and dancing followed into the night as friends extended best wishes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Boardman
Monticello
Prof. Foster
J. W. Coxsee
Sale of the Watchman to former owner announced
The Watchman owners transfer all rights and the subscription list to R. H. Rodearmel, a former owner. They thank patrons and note they leave the paper after a brief run with no fiat currency advocacy. Refunds offered for prepaid subscriptions. Also includes a column by A. Fiveuraraica on food myths and tomatoes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Watchman
R. H. Rodearmel
National Party
Congress
Toledo
Fiveuraraica
Wintering plants without care in cellar tips
A guide for overwintering plants like geraniums fuchsias salvias with soil balls in a warm cellar corner. Keep roots insulated pack earth firmly around them and avoid freezing potatoes. In February, move fuchsias to window light and expect flowering in about six weeks. Floriet.
McCoy lays foundation for new addition in Kelly
Kelly items note busy husking corn and a new addition foundation being laid by McCoy. Squire Shields plans a few weeks eastern state and northern Illinois visit while F Fuller markets goods and works as Shields clerk. J T Colt suffered a shoulder fracture after being struck by a moving train near the Des Moines route.
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Kelly
McCoy
Squire Shields
Illinois
F. Fuller
Coal for Sale by Stone and Haverly at the Mill
Squaw Creek coal offered by Stone and Haverly at the Mill in large or small quantities. Delivered to any part of the city free.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Squaw Creek
Stone & Haverly
Stove Sale at Boyd and Chapman's
At Boyd and Chapman's customers can purchase four stoves priced from $2.50 to $60 and also find furniture. The shop claims to offer the best cook and baking stoves in the market.
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Boyd & Chapman's
No Credit After November 1 1878 for Old Accounts
The notice states that no credit will be given after November 1 1878 to parties with old unsettled accounts. Notes past due must be paid or turned over to collectors, Biostow Huxtrxpton Tripey.
Publication of Foreign Subscribers Names and Addresses
The editor notes a policy of removing non paying foreign subscribers and plans to publish their names and locations after a reasonable period if payment is not received. The move targets those billed under single wrap deliveries mailed out of the county.
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BB. R
M. Atlantic Express
Fr T. & Acco
Mail & Express
Pacific Express
Story City
Fairchild
Ician and Surgeon
Iowa
Booth’s Block
Bradley & Templeton, OF and Surgeons
West’s Hotel
U.S
Stery County
G. A. Meredith
Tilden & MecLain
Lewis Schooler
Sheldahl
J. N. Scott
C. A. Beverly
A. M
Onondaga Street
E. D. Andruss
Ames, OW
Masonic
Acadia Lodge NO
F. & A. A Masons
A. H. Ducenours
Hresna
ES Lodge
M. Kixe
M. W
Rainbolt & Barnes
Ate
Greeley
C. E. Turner
Ww. C. Eddy
Turner & Eddy
Ntelliozncerr
Gao
W. Dyer
J. A. Pitchpatrick
Dyer & Fitch Patrick
AA Law
United States
Opera Block
Nevada
A. Pitchpatrick
A. EB. Lucas
Fitcupatrick & Lucas
Story Co
D. Thompson
T.C. McCall
McCall & Thompson, AW
AL. Virdin
ARBER
Nichols & Maxwell, Tvery
Des Slofnee
Peterman
Nxt
Bingham & Co's
Des Moines
R.Y
Parenass
Cedar Rapids
Val
Grand
Pongieng
Moi
Marshalltown
Mo. Val
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Cal
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J. J. Smart
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J. B.grinnell
Sy, Paul
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Cuangenet
Serene Meanane
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Perk
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Racine
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Pullman Palace
Eeet Fees
Chiago
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York Ofice
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Easton
Home News
OUR Prospectus
Stocksleger
Carniace
Goble & France
Thayers
Michigan
Thayer’s
Uasher
Anovr
Keigley
Peorte
C. P. Stocksleger
Boone County
Goste & France
Onzy
van Dusen
Thayer
N. Y. State
Con. Hovaart
Alf
L. B. Arnold
N. Y
New York Tribune
Seth Thomas Weight
New Haven
E. N. Welch
Rogers & Bro
Ll. B. Frazer
Nouring
Stickney & Taylor
D. D. Nourse
Phelps, Dodge & Palmer's
Thomas, Soper & Son
Thomas & Melaut Dealers
Hepoene
U. S
Thomas & M’lain
Cash Store
I. E
Hirsh
Stacle of
William Clark
Intelligencer
Oenpe Cnet
J. & McKenney
Wabash Avenue
Milaois
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