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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1908
Page
4
Ames Iowa weekly newspaper note states it is published every Thursday morning in Story county. subscription price is $1.00 per year in advance.
The Register and Leader acquires the Des Moines Daily Tribune to launch an evening edition with independent editorials. It promises a vigorous rivalry, low $2 yearly rate, and broader state coverage, challenging other first class dailies.
A proposal to merge the Baptist and Christian Churches of Ames into a single strong church. Supporters argue one prosperous church benefits the town more than two weak denominations. The obstacle is close communion, likely to fade as Young People’s Societies merge and marriages unify church participation.
Citizens urge Capt. Hull to proceed with the champion locator immediately addressing a long standing promise. They question whether to wait two more years or act now, stressing urgency over the stalled project.
A note asks if Senator Cummins, when sworn in at the bar of the Senate, should walk on the arm of Senator Dolliver and wonders if Jonathan will borrow a sling.
A local Ames enthusiast proclaimed the town possessed the best church and the best peanut stand in America. The remark highlights community pride and iconic local landmarks.
Commentator muses on how the outcome of the Ames vs Drake game could influence viewpoints on athletic programs in colleges and their broader impacts.
Senator Cummins leads Thanksgiving events with Governor Garst overseeing ceremonies. Ora Williams serves as private secretary to the governor. Public gatherings honor the holiday with remarks and community participation.
Leon Brown should enjoy his Thanksgiving day dinne. That June primary seems to be in fact a secondary.
A brief note questions Captain Hull's actions and urges decisive steps on an unsettled matter.
A bold proposal questions the appeal of becoming the ice man. The line of work evokes images of cold storage and service roles, drawing attention to logistics, labor, and local demand for frozen goods.
Rev Francis Renjer explains Advent as the season of preparation for Christ s coming. He notes four comings of Christ and urges abstinence from amusements and self denial to ready hearts for Christmas and the joys it brings. He cites John the Baptist and St Paul urging wakefulness before the Day of Judgment.
The Congregational church in Gilbert will be dedicated mid December with Douglas of Des Moines and Rev. W J Minchin of Ames presiding. The frame building replaces the burned old church and includes a basement kitchen and a Sunday School assembly room. Cost is $5,000 and a meeting will settle outstanding bills and fix the dedication date. The former church was dedicated in 1882.
Evangelists Rev Hart and Prof Magann bring a large revival to Ames with multiple services daily starting Sunday at 11 00 am and 7 30 pm and daily 2 30 and 7 38 pm. The team is praised by Rev Andrew M Shea and Dr Day for holiness teaching and large conversions in Ada and surrounding areas.
Regular services are listed with Sunday school at 9 45 a m Young People’s meeting at 6 30 p m preaching at 11 a m and 7 30 p m Sermons by Prof Sherman Kirk Drake University morning topic The causes of the rapid growth of the church and evening subject Jesus Christ the same yesterday today and forever The church likely to call Rev J T Houser Boone as pastor
Morning anthem Ye Shall Dwell in the Land by Stayner. Duet Consider the Lilies by Miss Laird and Mr Bell. Evening anthem Send Out Thy Light by Gounod. Solo Selected Miss Laird.
Sunday School at 9 45 with Prof R C Barrett as superintendent. 114 m sermon by Evangelist Herbert C Hart. 6 30 Epworth League on The Mockery and Malignity of Strong Drink led by Mrs Elia McDonald. 7 30 Evangelist service conducted by Hart and Magaren with great chorus choir. All are welcome.
No services at the college chapel Sunday morning. The following Sunday Professor A B Thompson will deliver an address.
Mrs M K Smith visits relatives in Olin Iowa. Miss Charlotte M King at home Des Moines. Lola and Marie Stephens visit Lowerville. Miss Marion Smith of Marshalltown guests today. Miss Halgrim from Nevada High attends Saturday basketball. Alice MacGowan vacationing in Ottumwa. Blanche Allen guests at Bert Allen's over Sunday. Florence Soop of Sanborn visits Prof J A Sarin. Miss Smith from Captain Knapp's office in Marshalltown Friday to Sunday. Mrs Prof Kennedy visits Ruth Bingham in Milwaukee. Marian Walker entertaining mother and friend during vacation. Mesdames Ross and Buck of Stratford guests at Prof J A Sacin. F Johnston of Knox City Missouri visits daughter Mrs I d Scott Saturday and Sunday. E J McVain Omaha Grain Exchange secretary spoke at Ag Club Thursday. Reichfeldts of Pella visit Prof Pommel. W Summers of Chicago guest of cousin Jack Summers at Ozark House over Sunday.
Local residents and guests share Thanksgiving activities in Ames and nearby towns. Laura Weirick visits with her mother in Galva, while Mrs. Knudson and Miss Shinkle stay with Rev. and Mrs. Perry in Linden. Various callers attend gatherings, games, and services across Ames, Des Moines, Newton, and Toledo, including a presidential proclamation readings at the M E church and a Des Moines house party hosted by Mrs. H L Carrell.
D M Grove and wife transferred lot 5 in Scott's addition Nevada to R J Barbour for $1800. Henry A Ringgenberg and wife sold lot 11 in Weirs subdivision Blair 3 Ames to A Bartholomew for $1250. J E B Judge and wife conveyed to Parley Sheldon.
Advertisement notes sales of eight bike lots in Harrimans subdivision and a 1250 dollar bid on lot 3 in Blairs subdivision in Ames. Elizabeth Geddes transfers to J M Gilbert in the first listing.
Rev. A. M. Shea leaves today for a day visit with his old friend Dr. W. C. Martin at Indianola, who is critically ill.
Advertises Bees Laxative Cough Syrup as fast relief for coughs colds hoarseness and bronchial throat trouble. Endorsed by mothers for children and advertised as pleasant to take and genuine laxative. Sold by C A Gamble with guaranteed quality.
Munn Lumber Company takes over the Gilbert yard this week as Alfred Munn arranges the transfer. The acquisition adds a valuable plant to the company’s line and aims to improve and maintain the yard in first class condition.
Hundreds of people testify to Pineules easing kidney trouble rheumatism lumbago and backache. Pineules act directly on kidneys purify the blood and help you feel like a new person. They tone the system. Sold by C A Gamble.
Fine lot of calendar pictures with pads attached for 1909 suitable holiday gifts at King Printing Co. The listing highlights festive images and attractive pricing for customers seeking inexpensive year memory items.
Notice of pardon petition for William P Glyndon convicted of murder in Story County Iowa in 1879 life imprisonment. Claims include innocence and circumstantial evidence, thirty years in prison, no disciplinary marks, Civil War veteran, pension, and request for the Thirty third Iowa General Assembly to advise in Des Moines January 11 1909.
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