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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1883
Page
4
The first fresh oysters of the season reached Clark's Restaurant prompting patrons to visit and try them. Local diners are urged to sample the early supply as availability begins.
Miss D E Dix will on Monday move the Ladies Furnishing Store to the west adjoining Thomas Bros and Soper. Full stock of goods to be received in about two weeks. Also notes about Miss Anita Jones death, the Burlington Insurance settling livestock loss, and local notices of sewing machines and a Dorcas Society meeting.
Mrs Taylor and Gertrude Watermouse express thanks for help in a time of need. C M Soper secretary announces seventy five tons of Squaw Creek Coal offered until September 10 1883 for furnishing the School House in the Independent School District of Ames with board retaining right to reject bids.
Two Ten Dollar Coupons offered for Pierce's Business College in Keokuk Iowa. Also notice watch repairs available at P O Jewelry Store by an experienced watchmaker.
The Porter case was moved to Boone District Court and will be tried a week from Monday. Sheriff Banks brought Mrs Porter and John Porter from Anamosa prison to testify but remanded them to the State prison until the trial date.
Nownise announces Arch Gard ner's melons available for purchase every day this week. The steady supply invites shoppers to visit the market for fresh melons daily.
Samon's FAMILY RemepIEs text advertises neat printing and stationery services. It touts first class office print shop, varied letter papers, bordered and engraved cards, bill heads, statements, envelopes in all sizes, and elegant wedding stationery with designs.
Ames residents hear Miss Matilda Fletcher one of Iowa’s eloquent women may attend a sparking discussion. The article notes her reputation as a gifted speaker and expresses hope arrangements allow public listening.
Norfolk Nebraska visitor, local lectures announced, and town notes from Ames and surrounding areas. Events include Matilda Fletcher speaking in Sheldahl on Sept 16, Ellsworth Post bi monthly meetings resume, and local visits from Des Moines and Chicago residents.
The piece praises Mr. Cook's photographs for accuracy and delicate touch. Mrs. French and Mrs. Tupper visit, with French traveling to Colorado and Chamberlain returning to teaching. The author extols Cook's Gallery Ames Iowa as unmatched in finish and precision.
A local contemporary mocks enforcing prohibition while questioning licensing as a substitute. He likens murder statutes to an unenforced rule in Polk City and asks if licensing should follow suit, ending with a flippant remark.
The speaker suggests an oversight rather than intent in Story County missing the unanimous nomination of Mr. Gillett at the Senatorial Convention on Thursday. Boone County’s past support is acknowledged, and the speaker calls for unity to elect the nominee while hinting at future mutual aid.
Block improvements rise with walls and floors in place and rooms ready by October first. Mrs. Daniels building advances as workers push forward. Onondaga Street upgrades reach 10 000 dollars with private residences totaling 15 000 to 20 000 dollars. Construction to January may total 25 30 thousand dollars this year and fifty thousand next year.
Mr. Tros WARDEN has purchased lots directly west of the Baptist church and will build a handsome residence thereon. Mrs. Warden will return in a couple of weeks.
A Bodie California father writes to Kaynor & Son and others in our city thanking them for aid and kindness to the afflicted mother after her child died at Kaynor House a few weeks ago. The letter is praised as excellent and full of gratitude.
The week brings fine weather and strong grain markets with twenty nine car loads shipped since August 10. Local hog shipments reach three loads this week. Des Moines State Fair attendance is planned as Orson Childs travels to Illinois on business. A Sunday School convention challenges attendees to maintain church fidelity and duties, while coverage defends the Agricultural College and critiques trustees actions amid calls for transparency.
The Democratic and Republican factions in Boone and Story counties clash over the nomination history in the 31st district. John D. Gillett of Boone is nominated and supported, with Boone County pledging solid backing and a hoped for large majority.
The obituary recalls George Kintsley age twenty six and a half, praised as noble and true. Funeral held at M K Church Ontario with a wreathed casket as kin mourns a young life cut short. The piece blends sorrow with religious consolation and hope in heaven. Additional items advertise local business and a horse accident report follows.
A letter from K. W. Brown reflects Iowa pride and prohibition push amid New York politics. It notes mood differences, farm fortunes, and Cedar Falls area ties, urging unity with anti liquor aims. A joint Democratic and Republican representative discussion schedule follows with venues including Ames Story City and Nevada.
Amesa advertises the agency for Dr. King's New Discovery for consumption and related ailments with a positive guarantee. Trial sizes free, regular size one dollar, offered by Bosworth Co.
Hix and Allen offer loans of any amount with real estate or other good security. Terms from one to five years on real estate loans and from thirty days to one year on other securities. They will also buy first class notes. Office is Briggs' Bank building rear ground floor Nevada Iowa. M E Hix M C Allen Johnson's Grove Nevada.
Mr. T. W. Atkins of Girard, Kansas praises Electric Bitters as purest medicine that cures kidney and liver issues, purifies blood, and regulates bowels. The tonic is a rapid seller, saves doctors’ bills, and costs fifty cents a bottle, sold by Bosworth & Co. and all druggists.
A Mrs Gro. Corry writes to advocate Dr Pengelly's medicine promising dramatic recovery for a woman previously bedridden with consumption. The letter credits the treatment with resolving illness, allowing the patient to resume housework and daily walking. Bosworth & Co. is listed as seller.
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