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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1908
Page
5
The Intelligencer by F. R. and M. C. Conaway appears in Ames Story county Iowa. Published every Thursday morning with a subscription price of one dollar per year in advance.
The piece outlines Governor elect Garst's upcoming oath in Des Moines when Cummins resigns to join the U.S. Senate, noting the 1877 Newbold precedent and predicting Garst will preside over a joint assembly. It questions Garst's ability to push through road and walk needs between Ames and the college, and mentions promises for a cement walk and road.
The piece notes Frederick Larrabee remains a political force with a strong home endorsement for the Iowa legislature. It cites Taft, Cummins, and Larrabee margins in Webster and Fayette counties, mentions his bachelor status, his socialist brother William Jr., and predicts further Larrabee influence after Governor William Larrabee’s era.
Editors criticize stand put performance while Boss Murphy denies traitor claims. Pat Murphy of Vinton remains silent on post election propositions. Des Moines Capital lauds itself. Payne brothers and Olson accept the verdict with republican fortitude. Cyrenus Cole credits Cummins with victory. Ham Robinson laments Newton courthouse vote more than Cummins win. Ray and Haines at Grinnell are at ease.
The text states that some papers fail to understand the harmony program should continue indefinitely, implying ongoing support or policy persistence without a defined end date.
The Toledo Times urges forming a Real Estate Board to promote public improvements, fair taxation, and enforcement of laws. A united, well organized group would push city building, cooperate with the Commercial Club, and foster harmony among realty professionals. The piece argues organization elevates the profession and accelerates progress. In related notes, the Iowa Capital backed harmony while the Register and Leader faced pressure during Gov. Cummins coverage.
Prominent editors nationwide debate front page priorities with bold lines and strong stance. Harry E. Andrews of the Los Angeles Times urges a fearless, community focused paper that fights for convictions despite advertiser pressure and public trust through honesty and clarity. He argues the daily should mirror the day’s events with timely stories and strong images while provoking debate and creating respected enemies.
President Roosevelt issues Thanksgiving proclamation set for Thursday November 26 as a day of thanksgiving for prosperity peace and plenty across the nation with gratitude urged from every heart.
Two weeks from today the legislature will convene to address the unfinished business from the September special session, namely the election of the United States senator for the short term.
The Muscatine girl suffered a serious diphtheria attack earlier and has now contracted measles. The Oskaloosa Herald ponders what may come next in her case.
The Burlington Hawkeye notes that Americans favor practical experience and workers over theoretical talk and dreamers, showing a preference for statesmanship in the current evaluative climate.
Nat Goodwin marries his fourth wife while Miss Goodrich ties the knot with her second husband. Both performers will continue their stage careers.
Mount Pleasant has let a contract for a new high school building. The completed structure is to cost forty thousand dollars.
A terse warning says to beware what you do tomorrow Friday the 12th as Tom Thompson may be tracking actions. The note urges caution and implies possible consequences connected to Thompson.
A special sale on trimmed hats runs Friday and Saturday at Cupps and Cupps. The event highlights stylish headwear with limited stock and discounts for shoppers.
The Omaha Bee editorial writer prepared and published four harsh editorials denouncing a tariff declaration attributed to William J. Bryan. A day later the declaration was revealed as a quote from the Republican platform, leaving the editor, a member of the Republican National Executive Committee, chagrined. The piece notes editorial staff often prioritize writing skill over conviction.
Billy Sunday, the Ames evangelist, finished a five week meeting in Jacksonville Illinois Sunday night. He raised 7279 dollars in two free offerings and redirected a third offering to a hospital. He reports 2542 conversions as about twenty thousand people heard him and saloons closed with judges’ order aiding the cleanup.
Commissioner W. L. Eaton suffered a broken arm after a gust blew his hat into the street as he tried to retrieve it. He removed his glasses to wipe them, then fell from the sidewalk and was taken to Rochester for examination and treatment, now wearing a sling.
A. L. Foote urges Ames to build an ice factory and cold storage to handle the large local egg and poultry market. He says demand is enormous and proper facilities would repay the investment when the market is full.
Report shows 197 820 of 207 157 workers in clothing factories across Great Britain are women. Female tailors total 46 072, while male tailors number 13 984.
A compact aphorism by George Macdonald praising present action and duty as the best preparation for the future. It emphasizes focus on current tasks and moral responsibility.
The essayist and class poet at Cornell this year are both girls. A Globe quip ponders whether the cry will ever change to Cornell I scream as campus voices reflect on tradition and change.
An exchange asserts the fish hook has kept the same shape for two millennia, arguing consistency in design while dismissing unexpected points about the matter. The comparison highlights longevity of the hook’s form across eras.
A fragment notes the burden of carrying money as when 27 dollars weigh as a twenty dollar gold piece and hints at weariness with such load. It contrasts toil with pleasure and references a person nicknamed nob without clear context.
A New York prescribes a patent view on marriage noting men often marry without intent while women often persuade them. The piece suggests social expectations drive proposals and dissolutions in domestic life.
A Norwegian process forces sap from green tree trunks and injects dye in its place. The resulting colored wood is claimed to resist warping and offer a more durable finish than ordinary wood dyes.
Mrs. Guy Nadine reportedly climbed rickety ladders to reach the top of a 125-foot chimney under construction in Torrington Conn and posed there for several minutes enjoying the view.
The article notes women delaying marriage as societal shifts raise the marriageable age. It highlights brides feeling girlhood ends earlier and suggests many men avoid marriage until they reach financial stability typical of middle age.
A pithy reflection on life from the Detroit Free Press compares life to a cocktail, noting that savoring its sweetness and enduring the bitters leads to extracting the cherry of pleasure in a full, rounded existence.
The excerpt reports a grim notice of a river disaster in Billville with casualties and damage. It notes a person’s mules killed by lightning and an uncle injured, just before a levy arrives.
A quotation attributed to John Ruskin on work and happiness. It states God intends each person to be happy in their work and lists three needs: fitness for work, not doing too much, and a sense of success. The passage emphasizes purposeful labor and personal fulfillment.
The Des Moines Register and Leader notes rural delivery timing for this county and calls attention to a special offer advertised in the issue.
Mrs. Wm. H. Serig of Wheeling West Virginia praises Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for curing her child’s severe cough last winter and preventing croup with timely use. The syrup is for sale by all druggists.
The Eldora Herald reduces publication to a single weekly edition from its former semi weekly schedule. The seven column paper shifts to once a week as the paper redefines its enterprise and rhythm.
The Ackley World notes a small town with three or four banks showcasing business ability and thrift. It comments on the absence of typical merchants in a 300 person town and praises the banks for their visible civic spirit.
A large amount of silverware was stolen Thursday evening from a trunk at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Linn Padelford in Nevada. Mrs. Padelford found missing pieces and some spoons on the floor Saturday after examining the trunk. Items included large and small pieces and numerous knives forks and spoons with ornamented patterns. No suspect has been identified yet.
I H Addison of Nevada reports his brother George W ill ill with typhoid fever at his Kansas City home. George was due for the Carter Addison wedding but fell ill and sent his wife ahead. He did not come, prompting concern as he has battled typhoid before.
How to treat sprains with Chamberlain s Pain Balm. The liniment relieves swelling and lameness and cuts healing time to about one third. For sale by all druggists.
The ad promotes DeWitts Kidney and Bladder Pills as unequaled for weak back back ache bladder inflammation rheumatic pains and urinary disorders. It claims antiseptic action and urges prompt attention to kidney and bladder trouble with a warning against delay. Regular size 60c. Sold by C A Gamble.
F E Colburn imported a Boston terrier from Canada paying 60 dollars. He plans to exhibit the dog in Chicago this winter and hopes to win prizes at the show.
An old advertisement touts Bees Laxative Cough Syrup for coughs colds hoarseness whooping cough and bronchial throat trouble. It claims gentle laxative action and broad motherly endorsement for children and homes. Sold by C. A. Gamble.
The Story County Medical society met last week in Nevada with secretary Dr. Chamberlain presiding. Attendees included Dr. Joer Dr. McDonald Gilbert Dr. Rawson Slater Dr. Glann Cole and Dr. Dyer of Ames.
An advertisement claims Manzankue Remedy relieves piles from the first use and notes it is sold by C. A. Gamble.
A report notes items including children's autos Irish mail and velosipedes displayed or advertised at Perry s store. The listing highlights diverse transport toys and curiosities in a local shop.
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