Election Day Approaches as Republicans Push Taft Ticket
The Intelligencer urges voters to back Taft Cummins Carroll Blakely Hull Fitchpatrick White and the full Republican slate for president congress Iowa governor state officers and county and township posts. It cites Roosevelt Hughes Root Wilson and La Follette endorsing Taft and calls for active participation at polls next Tuesday.
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Charles Hughes
New York
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Wilson
Bonaparte
Straus
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la Folilette
Republicans Eye Likely Victory in Iowa Primary
Des Moines reports growing Republican strength in Iowa with near unanimity among candidates pledging support for the top United States Senate hopeful. State Chairman C F Franke notes only two candidates refuse to sign, galvanizing party-wide backing as the primary approaches. Three ballots will be offered: general, special, and a third listed.
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Des Moines
Iowa
Cc. F. Franke
State Central Committee
United States
New King Drag at School House Fire Drill Slide
Pupils at Central school joined a fire drill using a canvas slide called the toboggan, described as the kingly toboggan ride. Supt. King and Mr. Shannon sped down the chute amid cheers, ending with a note that high school pupils will soon have a similar exhibition, though no date is announced.
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Ames Ministers Celebrate New Church Dedication
Preachers voiced unity and happiness at Ames dedication day with fraternal service and greetings from Baptist, Congregational, Church of Christ, and United Brethren pastors. The choral program featured a large lineup including Mrs F R Conaway and Prof F E King, with Des Moines violinist Miss Van Aaken.
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Baptist Church
W. I. Fowle
Congregational Church
William J. Minchin
Church of Christ
H. D Williams
United Brethren Church
W. Johnson
F. R. Conaway
Herman Knapp
Floyd O’brien
F. E. King
D. J. Handy
H. F. Good
Shirley W. Allen
Etha Grace Pike
Carolyn Laird
Esla Summy
Moonset Timing For Election Night
The Moon will set near midnight on election night and begins its first quarter on Sunday.
Ames Methodist Church Dedicates Building Debt Free
The Ames Methodist Episcopal church dedicates a new edifice costing 53150 with furnishings. The Ladies Aid contributes 10000, bringing total raised to 56910, amid broad community support from members and outside friends in Ames Iowa. Trustees and building committee members led by A H Munn, F E King, J A Campbell, and A M Shea participate in the ceremony presided by Bishop Berry and Rev. Andrew M Shea.
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Methodist Church
College Town
Iowa
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Epworth League
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H. L. Munn
A. H. Munn
D. M. Christ
F. E. King
Board of
R. C. Barrett
Ff. T. McLain
Herman Knapp
Henry van Duzer
Bishop Berry
Mann
Berry
Andrew M. Shea
Ames Methodists
Parr
Ames
Board of Trustees
J. A. Campbell
Father Munn Delivers the Greatest Dedication Address
Father Munn gives the keynote dedication sermon at the morning service. Bishop Berry and visiting clergymen deliver notable addresses throughout the day, with the top address at 9 45 Sunday evening.
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Fraternal Service Spirit Dedication Banquet Toasts Unite Ames Leaders
A Friday evening men's banquet brought together Ames residents of many creeds. Toasts honored the church, the mayor, college ties, law preservation, pastors, and community unity. Capt. Greeley was absent ill. Prof. Barrett missed duties. Conaway led in his stead. Mono orchestra provided music. Colfax water, via D. C. Fry & Co., supplied beverages.
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J. G. Tilden
Chas. F. Curtis
Parley Sheldon
Henry Harris
Des Moines
W. D. Parr
Ladies Aid Society
M. E
Sheldon
Capt. Greeley
Richard Barrett
F. R. Conaway
Ames Methodist Church Opens with 1500 Seat Capacity
The Ames Methodist church opens its new building able to seat 1500 with a main auditorium on the upper floor and a large Sunday school room. It features extensive galleries and classrooms, a basement dining area, and two grand 14 by 24 foot windows. The pipe organ, priced at 3500, is due for early March delivery from Hillgreen Lane Company. Stone laid December 12, 1907.
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Iowa
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Ames Professors Publish Comprehensive Corn Book
Iowa State College professors M. L. Bowman and B. W. Crossley prepare a 450 page textbook titled Corn Growing Judging Breeding and Marketing to be released December first. The work with 250 illustrations includes color plates on corn pests and aims for use in all corn belt colleges.
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M. L. Bowman
B. W. Crossley
Iowa State College
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Crossley
Cummins Man Urges Independent Senate Ballot Vigilance
A Cummins ally urged the governor to form a one man committee to remind fellow Cummins supporters to vote for a separate senatorial ballot on election day. He warned that a vote saved is a vote earned.
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Ames Students Face Dangerous Tracks Plan Action by Northwestern Railroad
Community activists demand safer student travel between Ames and the college after repeated crossing hazards on the Northwestern line. Despite railing, signs, and a new foot bridge near Squaw Creek, trustees push for alternative routes while the rail company warns it will not be party to alleged negligence.
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Iowa Street
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Board of Trustees
Party duty urged for Cummins as Iowa senator
Muscatine Journal argues Republicans should unite behind Governor Cummins after Cummins supporters shifted from senatorial talks to backing the full ticket. The paper says Allison allies face a Providence driven shift and calls for peace harmony and fair play to select Cummins as the GOP nominee.
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Muscatine Journal
Allison
Cummins
Iowa
Cummins Advocates Solid Support for Senate Ballot
Cummins urges his allies to secure votes from fellow Cummins men and ensure each election judge asks for the special senatorial ballot.
Call for Separate Senate Ballot to Honor Cummins
Advocate urges voters to back a separate senatorial ballot in the primary in honor of Cummins who led the drive for the primary. The speaker says the public should vote when given the opportunity.
Churches Open Doors for All in Ames
Room is available in Ames churches to welcome everyone, inviting all residents to attend services and events. Local faith leaders emphasize inclusion and community support as gatherings resume.
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