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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1907
Page
8
A lyrical fragment from the Baltimore Sun invites readers into an enchanted scene. Nature images fill the page with vivid tones of flora and fauna, the river, and a tranquil afternoon. The piece reads like poetry rather than a straight news item.
The Extension department promotes Edith Charlton to assist Miss Mary F. Rausch. Charlton, a Rochester Mechanics' Institute graduate, has edited the Buffalo Express Woman's page and taught domestic economy in Buffalo and Canada. The 1907-08 program emphasizes five minute conversational talks with an active club calendar.
The record lists monthly hostesses and meetings from September to June for local social groups, including the Book and Basket Club founded in 1897 and federated in 1907, with flower colors red and white. It also mentions the P E O society’s first 1900s meeting, reviews of travels, and upcoming civic improvement club programs with speakers and performances.
The Cemetery Association will hold its fall meeting with Mrs. Gilchrist Friday at 2 30. The Woman's Missionary Society of the Methodist Church meets at Mrs Oar Little's Tuesday Sept 10 at 2 30 to elect officers. Mrs A A Bennetts division of the Ladies Aid meets Friday at 3 at Mrs Greer's. The Ames Hospital Guild meets Wednesday at 2 30 with Mrs Willey. Queen Esther Circle meets Saturday with Laura Conaway. Catholic Church ladies host an ice cream social Thursday afternoon and evening on church grounds. Everybody welcome.
Captain I L Smith and Harriet King Smith celebrate their golden wedding at their Nevada home with open house on Monday. Born in Pennsylvanian counties, he served three years in the Civil War and held Story County offices before moving to Nevada. Family and friends from Ames Kansas City Chicago and elsewhere expected to attend.
The Y M C A held a regular reception for new students in the library on Saturday with ice cream and greetings. Y W C A ladies hosted a reception in Margaret Hall. A joint reception in the Central building on September 14 drew large crowds for mingling and introductions. Faculty members met that Monday night to greet new and old colleagues. The college literary society will start Friday with nine societies now, including two new groups for women and mixed membership. Dr. Lym pany of India gave a free illustrated lecture at the Baptist church.
Mrs. Prof Holden and children visited the State Fair. Several Ames residents including Miss Ethel Pike and Miss Ruth Morrison returned from studies and summer schools. Dr. and Mrs. Witter visited Des Moines. Misses Mary and Winifred Tilden toured Europe for historical study. Engagement announced Miss Glendora McCord to Harry Tebbetts Rollis with Sept 19 wedding planned in Ames.
He was graduated in 1904 from the Boston School of Technology. Both young people are exceedingly popular and their marriage will be one of the interesting events of the early fall.
Christian Science services Sunday evening at 8 o'clock in Odd Fellows Hall with the subject Substance. Baptist Church led by Pastor Walter I. Fowle offers 9:45 Bible school 11:00 sermon 3:00 Covenant meeting 6:30 B. Y. P. U. 7:30 The New Invasion of America or what will the Foreigner do with us.
Herbert A. Wilson, rector, leads morning prayer and sermon at 11 a.m. Subject focuses on Christ's discourses in Parwa. Sunday School conducted before the morning service.
William J. Minchin, pastor, leads an 11:00 a.m. service with communion and a short sermon and reception of members. Evening service invites all to Face the Wastress of the Universe. Sunday school at 9:45 a.m. Y P O E meets at 6:30 p.m.
Sunday services include Sunday School at 9 45 a m and sermon at 11 00 a m with a 6 30 p m Epworth League led by Martha Shinkle followed by a 7 30 p m sermon and special music all are invited to attend on the last Sunday of the conference year
Pastor H. D. Williams leads Bible school at 9 45 a m and a 11 a m sermon on A Nation Conquered by Snakes The Endeavor society meets at 6 30 p m with preaching at 7 30 p m on Man's Greatest Possible Achievement or The Mastery of Christ
Pastor J. W. Stiverson conducts Sunday School at 10 and preaching at 11 with "Tribute of Praise." Junior Y P O U meets at 3:30 led by Lottie Dent, followed by Senior Y P U at 6:30 and an evening sermon at 7:30 titled The Value of the Spiritual.
A folder issued by Chaplain Cessna outlines the purpose of college religious services and offers brief pointers for readers. The document serves as an introductory guide for community members attending services.
A chaplain calls for a revival of chapel attendance and a Christian, civilized observance of the Sabbath. The piece notes practical guidance for students and outlines where, when, and how services will be held.
Prof John B DeMotte died at his Greencastle home on September 2 from heart disease. He was a renowned speaker on the American platform and gave lectures in Ames at Chautauqua including The Harp of the Senses and Python Eggs and the American Boy. Dana C Johnson had died months earlier.
After years of government limits on missionary work in Turkey the regime has withdrawn opposition. Christian colleges schools hospitals and orphanages can operate more effectively. President Roosevelt state department and Ambassador Leishman support this change. The American Board remains the sole society of its kind with several colleges and other institutions in Turkey.
The Ames Poultry Show runs from January 7 to 10 featuring exhibitors from local farms. Entries cover live birds, poultry products, and judging by seasoned breeders across multiple categories.
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