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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1908
Page
1
The Intelligencer urges voters to turn out next Tuesday for a sweeping ballot from president to local officials. It touts Taft, Cummins, and a full Republican slate, stresses reforms and loyalty to party principles, and warns against Bryan while detailing primary ballot procedures.
Des Moines reports growing Republican strength in Iowa as the party nears next Tuesday’s primary. State Chairman C F Franke notes most candidates have pledged support for the top Senate contender, uniting Republicans and boosting turnout. Voter guidance stresses asking for a primary ballot with three ballots to choose from.
Pupils at Central school enjoy a canvas fire escape slide as Supt. King and Mr. Shannon ride the chute the chutes. The crowd cheers each return and the session ends with renewed classroom focus. No public date announced for the high school display.
The Moon will set around midnight on election night and begin its first quarter after Sunday.
The Ames Methodist Episcopal church in Ames dedicates a new building, with total raised to date at 56 910 including $10 000 from the Ladies Aid Society. Trustees and building committee led by A H Munn oversee the project, with Bishop Berry conducting the ceremony and Rev A M Shea reconsecrating. Dr Parr praised as a leader, while gifts cover pipe organ and furnishings amid broad community support.
The article notes Bishop Berry delivering a sermon at morning service and other addresses by visiting clergymen and the pastor. It highlights the greatest address of the occasion given at 9 45 Sunday evening.
Ames men gathered Friday for a religious and civic banquet to toast community entities. Notables included Mayor What the Church Means to Ames and Dean E W Stanton among others. Capt. Greeley was absent due to illness. Prof Barrett missed duties. D C Fry & Co supplied Colfax water.
Preachers were happy as Ames churches dedicate a new building with fraternal service and greetings from Baptist, Congregational, Church of Christ, United Brethren pastors. Music featured a multi-voice choir, with listed soloists and instrumentalists.
Des Moines venues seat 1356 to 1407, while the Ames Methodist church will seat 1500 for regular services. The main hall holds about 500 with floor space expandable into one grand auditorium. The building includes Sunday school rooms, galleries, classrooms, Epworth League space, parlor areas, and a basement dining room and kitchen. Two 14 by 24 foot front windows illuminate Kellogg Avenue and Iowa streets. An organ contract with Hillgreen Lane worth 3500 dollars is signed, with dedication planned for March after the cornerstone laid December 12, 1907.
The Northwestern railroad seeks to end student trespassing on double tracks by building a foot bridge while Ames trustees delay a safe road to the college. Engineers warn of continued risk as signs are torn down and crossings remain unsafe.
A new 450 page text on Corn Growing Judging Breeding and Marketing by Prof. M. L. Bowman and Prof. B. W. Crossley of Iowa State College will be published by December first. The book features 260 illustrations including three color insect pest prints and aims for use in all corn belt colleges.
Muscatine Journal urges Republicans to unite behind Governor Cummins as the senatorial candidate after Cummins lost the initial voting. The piece frames party harmony, justice, and fair play as reasons to endorse Cummins to avoid further division. It emphasizes providence guiding the party and the need for a plain duty to the party.
Cummins signals that victory in the senatorial primary requires support from his allies. He urges every Cummins man to ensure fellow party members ask election judges for the special senatorial ballot.
Advocate urges a distinct senatorial ballot in the primary to honor Cummins and honor his leadership on establishing the primary system. The call stresses voter responsibility when given a voting opportunity.
A local note indicates space has opened in Ames churches to accommodate everyone seeking attendance. The message emphasizes inclusive access and community space for congregants and visitors alike.
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