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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1905
Page
6
Ames Residents Rally for Roof Repair Fund
A street subscription list gathered Monday in Ames to aid Mrs. Anna Dweyer of southeast Ames who has been an invalid for a long time. The drive raised forty six dollars to cover roof repairs and other household needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anna Dweyer
South East Ames
Northwest excursion rate to Omaha for convention
Excursion tickets to Omaha via the Chicago and North Western line sold November 13 to 16 with return allowed until November 16. Rates apply for attendees of the Nebraska and Western Iowa Retail Implement and Vehicles Dealers' Convention, available through agents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North-Western
Nebraska
Iowa
Chicago & North- Western
Vanity and Favor Among People
A compact reflection on how self-regard sustains those who are disliked by others, suggesting vanity as a shield when public opinion turns away. The quote emphasizes inward approval over external esteem.
Dr Miles Heart Cure Promises Relief for Heart Strain
An advertisement warns that chest pain and breathlessness signal heart strain and claims Dr Miles Heart Cure strengthens heart nerves and muscles. It includes a testimonial from Charles Goodrich of Caruthersville Missouri and notes druggists guarantee benefit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Miles
Miles
Memphis
Charles Goodrich
The Morning Bath Advised and Cautionary Notes
The article discusses cold morning baths as beneficial only for those with strong vital energy and nervous force. It warns that many feel tired a few hours after bathing, indicating harm for others. It distinguishes groups who should bathe at night or avoid morning baths, and advises tepid water for those with weak nerves or high sensitivity.
A Wonderful Memory of Magliabecci the Great Scholar
Magliabecci possessed an extraordinary memory capable of recalling titles and contents of vast libraries. He claimed to recite over 500,000 book titles in many languages and devoted his life to study. He worked overnight, slept on the floor with a cloak as a pillow, and produced no original writings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Magliabecci
Watch Fixer Claims Free Repair After Time Error
A man drops his watch which gains ten minutes per hour and hands it to a New York jeweler. The jeweler examines the mechanism, corrects it with a regulator, and returns it running true at no charge, explaining the hairspring was doubled and caused the fast advance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
The Luster of Opals and Hidden Faults
Opals often crack or seam without clear cause, their beauty shattered by heat. The gem’s luster comes from countless tiny fissures that deflect light into its color, but even the smallest crack can ruin the stone.
Scientist and layman debate cures and new diseases
A Washington Star quote features a credulous layman claiming cures for all diseases. The scientist responds that continued research will address new diseases caused by existing remedies, implying an endless cycle of medical advances and unintended consequences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Star
Rounder's Serious Intent Evidenced by New Habits
A Cleveland Leader quip notes a change in courting signals as Rounder stops giving flowers and candy and begins pursuing chores like dishes and cookbooks, signaling a shift to practical, shared life interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Impoverished Soil and Blood Demand Proper Fertilizer
A chemist analyzing soil prescribes the fertilizer for various crops. If blood is lacking, doctors may advise tonics or concentrated fat foods to restore rich red corpuscles, noting fat as the missing element and recommending easily digested fat foods.
Scott's Emulsion of Cod Liver Oil Nourishes body during wasting
Scott's Emulsion of Cod Liver Oil promises nourishment and strength when milk and cream fail. It is described as palatable and beneficial for both children and adults experiencing wasting from any cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scott
Two for Less than the Price of One Deal
The Chicago Daily Tribune and The Ames Intelligencer offer a combined one year subscription for $3.00, with regular prices $4.00 and $1.00 respectively. The offer includes a year's subscription to both papers, may be withdrawn at any time, and existing subscribers get an extension. May remittances go to The Intelligencer in Ames Iowa. Also a Kennedy's Laxative Honey and Tar cough syrup claims to clear coughs through bowel action and is sold by A. Gamble.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Daily Tribune
Ames Intelligencer
The
Intelligencer
Tribune
Daily Tribune
Tribune Company
Kennedy
A. Gamble
Misses Daisy Brown Leave for Central City Visit
Daisy and Lydia Brown departed Tuesday for Central City Nebraska for a two week visit with Dr and Mrs Gates Brown in Orry Toledo Lucas County. Frank J Cheney sworn as senior partner of F J Cheney Co Toledo to pay one hundred dollars for any catarrh case not cured by Hall s Catarrh Cure. Ladies Aid Society schedules a five event lecture course at the M E church starting November 22 with notable talent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daisy
Lydia Brown
Central City
Neb
Mrs. Gates Brown
Orry
Toledo
Lucas County
Frank J. Cheney
F. J. Cheney & Co
Hall
A. D
A. W. Gleason
Cheney & CO
Ladies Aid Society
M. E. Church
In Time of Peace and the Call for Readiness
A wartime reflection on preparedness and its historical value. The piece urges individuals and the nation to be ready for emergencies, noting early treatment of colds as crucial to quick recovery. It promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as effective and available through Loughran & Baver.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain’s
Loughran & Baver
DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve Ad Asks Caution
Do not be deceived by counterfeits buy the genuine DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve. Boxes bear E. C. DeWitt & Co. name and promise to ease piles burns and skin ailments with nightly and morning applications. Sold by O. A Gamble.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. C. DeWitt & Co
DeWitt
O. A Gamble
Earley Risers Promised to Cleanse Liver and Bowel
An ad endorses the Earley Risers pills praised for gentle action to tone the liver and kidneys. It claims they prevent headaches and constipation and assures they do not gripe or sicken. Sold by C. A. Gamble.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. A. Gamble
Low rates offered on Ladies Home Journal and magazines
The Intelligencer advertises low subscription rates for Ladies Home Journal and The Saturday Evening Post, with a clubbing offer for all three titles at $8.25 versus a regular $4.00. This is pitched as a monthly and weekly magazine deal for renewals or new subscriptions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Intelligencer
Ladies Home Journal
Saturday Evening Post
America
Notice of Referee Sale in Story County Iowa 1905
Public sale of parts of sections 17 township 84 north range 23 west Story County Iowa under a 1905 order of the District Court. Cash terms. Sale at the courthouse front door in Nevada Iowa at 2 o clock pm Friday November 25 1905. Dated October 7 1905. Referee G. M. Soper. Also an advertisement for Kodol Dyspepsia Cure by C A Gamble.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
District Court of
State of
Iowa
A. L. Orange
Thomas Morain
N. W
Story County
Court House
Nevada
Lowa
M. Soper
Indigestion Linked To Weak Hearts Says Ad Claim
An advertisement asserts heart disease is mainly due to indigestion and that all non organic heart trouble stems from stomach fermentation. It cites a Nevada, Ohio man who recovered by using Kodol Dyspepsia Cure, which supposedly digests all foods and relieves stomach and heart pressure. Bottles cost $1.00. Prepared by E. O. DeWitt & Co. Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. A. Gamble
D. Kauble
Nevada
E. O. Dewitt & CO
Chicago
Co. A. Gamble
Bargain offer on yearly subscriptions to local papers
Our cooperative club offer includes Ree eter aT 11s mA IWEE LMG LITS and magazines from The Intelligencer Des Moines Daily News Farm and Home Pilgrim Magazine at a low price. It promises home reading for every family member with local county news world news political happenings markets and more. Bring your order to this office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Intelligencer
The
Des Moines Daily News
Farm and Home
Pilgrim Magazine
Intelligencer
Daily News
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