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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1885
Page
3
Local items note residents moving to the south side and reentries of families to Ames. Brief items include visits, church society meetings set for next Thursday, weather impacts on farming, and upcoming contests and lectures at I A C. Community chatter covers travel plans, preaching notes, and commerce with prices emphasized.
Do not miss the Republican meeting Saturday evening the final campaign rally. A political discussion at Person school house this evening features Giddings and Daly for Democracy against Smith and Clark for Republicans. Cambridge report downs Wells. Union boys forecast Sheriff Banks’s Republican majority. West Side loses its newspaper. West Side is a developing town with churches and active schools. Students Farm Journal October issue praised but typography and title page tint criticized as poor.
The Opera House hosted Kila June Meade to a full audience on Thursday. Her recitations impressed listeners with sweet tone and powerful expression. The school raised about $20 and thanked the public for support. A local Watch supporter denounces a voter manipulation claim and urges voting straight Republican to oppose Democratic aims.
The editorial argues against enlarging the board from five to more, contending three men can handle county business. It warns an increase would add expense without clear benefit and suggests law amendments could extend time for current supervisors if needed.
The commencement list names Mr I B and Miss Lydia Schreckengast as the top seniors in the general course with Miss Anna Nichols next. Ten students with highest standings across Agriculture Civil Engineering Mechanical Engineering Veterinary and other tracks were selected for honors. A large Baptist Church audience heard Judge Henderson speak on the Authenticity of the Bible. The address was instructive and well attended despite health and venue heat.
The G A R boys and their sons are asked to meet at the Post rooms on Monday evening next to organize a Sons of Veterans association.
Debtors who owe Thomas Bros are warned that failing to settle and pay costs after notification will be their own fault for neglect.
Rev J Webb will preach in the evening at the regular hour. Miss Emma Moulton served as a delegate from the Grinnell Christian Association to the State Christian Association meeting in Davenport last week. Mince Meat arrives at Hutchinsons high quality premium brand.
Trade notice showing reduced pricing on mens coats at cost. Red wool shirts 50c, drawers 6c, knit mittens 50c, goat-faced mitts 40c. Overcoats suits and boys suits also offered at proportionately low rates.
All sons aged 18 or older whose fathers served in the Union army are urged to attend at the Grand Army Hall Ames on Monday November 2 1885 at 730 PM to discuss forming a local camp of Sons of Veterans The gathering aims to support the Grand Army of the Republic by aiding disabled and needy soldiers and preserving veterans memory
Pickett and Co druggists advertise a free bottle of 2 ounce cough syrup to anyone afflicted with coughs colds consumption or any lung affection. The offer invites readers to try the remedy themselves.
Wright and Richmond advertise the celebrated Hard Coal Store SinenpiIp as splendid in all its appointments and invite buyers to inspect the property. The notice emphasizes the store’s finish and desirability for potential purchasers.
Services will be held at the Carpenter School House Milford Two Saturday at 7 p m and Sunday at 10 30 a m and 7 p m Elder Ridnour conducting the services A large political gathering occurred in Ontario Saturday evening with Messrs Scott Dyer and Smith of Nevada delivering Republican speeches AIRcADIA Lodge No 249 A F and A M Ames Iowa has admitted about twenty five new members in recent months The lodge meets tonight for third degree work Mrs A W Avery returned from Gowrie and will winter in Compton II with her son M M Avery
Mr J J Coon presents a thirteen foot tall stalk of Iowa corn at the office as a sample of the state's produce. Field measurements show the stalk reaching seventeen feet with a ten foot ear. The note ends by offering Jersey Cloaks and jackets from B and H for fall and winter wear.
The Mugwump Bumblebee opens its columns to a fusillade against Col Scott. The paper claims to be the only live Republican in Story County yet criticizes its own candidates and props up a Merrimack under false colors.
The piece notes a large group of boys returned from a march to Des Moines and says only three will face questions before the U S Court for allegedly disposing of forbidden liquid.
Gro. G. Tilden expresses gratitude to customers for liberal patronage since starting a year ago last March. He lists fall purchases from well known manufacturers across woolens hosiery cloaks and boots and shoes, plus dry goods notions hats caps groceries and dairy butter. He offers city wide delivery.
A short promotional note asserts that neglect hurts constitution, many ailments arise from constipation, and no medicine matches Ayer's Pills for restoring natural regular and healthy action.
To the ladies of Ames and vicinity we extend a special invitation to call and examine our new Jersey cloaks jackets and caps. We are prepared to show the neatest assortment ever displayed over any counter in Story County. An early inspection is solicited.
Joshua Tuthill of Saginaw Michigan suffered Bright's Disease and claims cure after using Hunt's Remedy, marking a notable medical testimonial from a local resident.
The notice states a covenant meeting next Saturday October 31 at 2 30 p m followed by regular morning services on Sunday with observance of the Lord's Supper. The pastor hopes for good attendance at all services.
Advertises Electric Bitters as the best blood purifier and tonic for liver and urinary issues with a money back guarantee. Mentions Ayer’s Sarsaparilla for rheumatic ailments and Hunt’s Remedy for kidney concerns. Urges citizens to secure cellars after a spate of thefts, and appeals for Dorcas and charities to aid the needy this winter.
J H Pickett and Co druggists announce the sale of Dr Bosanko's Cough and Lung Syrup. It cures coughs colds chest pains and lung affections. Priced at 50 cents and one dollar. Samples free.
Advertisers tout Beggs' Cherry Cough Syrup as a cure for coughs colds and bronchial troubles sold by H Westerman Druggist A 25 cent Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy is praised for saving lives and urged to be kept on hand for Cholera Morbus and diarrheal attacks with claims it can cure Cholera if taken promptly
Notice for bids to grade a job on the Ames Gilbert main road foot of Lyon's Hill Franklin Twp to be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder on Thursday November 12 at 1 pm. J Q Burkess supervisor. Jewelry watch and clock repair drop with Mr Chamberlain at the Bank for work. J H Voss will visit Ames every Saturday to receive and return work.
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