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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1904
Page
2
Delinquent tax lists show prosperity in Story county while farmers prepare corn for winter at thirty two cents a bushel. The election alters views on Bryan and Parker with Ohio results lowering expectations of a large prize in a Cincinnati Enquirer contest.
From Our Exchanges reports Consul B M Rasmussen returning from Stavanger to cast his vote for Roosevelt. He shortens his stay and leaves his wife overseas while his position is seen as favorable.
Editor H. P. Robie has discontinued the Little Daily after an election impact and Parker's postmaster chance. The Webster City Tribune notes the morning paper failed financially though it drew readers for its sensational tone. A weekly edition has begun, while Newton and Northwestern mail service resumes, improving regional reach for Boone business and publishers. Stock prices at southern county cattle sales were strong with young heifers averaging 102.50 and old bulls around 70, suggesting brighter times for ranchers in Watchman reports.
Last Thursday Harve and George Cole assumed control of F A Ainley’s grocery, reopening as Cole Bros. The Cole brothers are well known in Maxwell and vicinity for upright conduct and solid business, and locals welcome their return with confidence in continued success. Mr Ainley, popular in the community, remains a prominent local figure.
Lars R. Larson born February 6 1886 in Tungesvik Norway died November 4 1904 at his home in Story City He came to Illinois in 1845 and to Story City in 1856 He married Randa Larson December 14 1859 Twelve children were born nine sons and three daughters survived by a devoted wife and three sons He helped build Story City owned much of the land and was an early postmaster The community plans Thanksgiving services November 20 with sermons by Rev Frisbie and a report from Mayor Shelden including Harvest Home reflections and offertory for the church.
Excursion tickets will be sold via the North Western Line to Chicago for the exposition. Rates apply for travel on Navy dates 27 28 29 and 30 with return allowed until December 5. Tickets available through agents of the Chicago and North Western Railway.
An advertisement promotes a sale on underskirts at the Novelty store, inviting customers to visit on Saturday for the item described as an 89c underskirt.
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