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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1903
Page
8
Excursion tickets to the Toledo Iowa county fair via the Northwestern line will be sold at reduced rates from September 14 to 18 with return trips allowed until September 19. Tickets available through Chicago and Northwestern Railway agents.
A playful ad asserts a girl's complexion is sealed on a lover by Rocky Mountain Tea with a caveat that powders fade unless the product is used. The promo credits L. M. Bosworth and lists a price of 385 cents.
The article touts Re- Go Tonic Laxative Syrup as ideal for children, noting its pleasant flavor aids acceptance and helps treat dyspepsia, constipation, and biliousness. Sold by O. A. Gamble, successor to OCoye Pharmacy, in 25c 50c and $1.00 bottles.
The report notes June 17 is expected to be Iowa day at the St. Louis Exposition next year, signaling an emphasis on Iowa participants and events.
W. S. Ledbetter of Shreveport Louisiana reports that after trying many remedies, one box of DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve cured him. The ad claims no other product is equal for blind bleeding itching and protruding issues, praising Judisch Bros. as sellers.
A concise view of diplomacy highlighting how negotiations allow each party to present a winning outcome, framing compromise as success for all involved.
An advertisement for Rocky Mountain Tea promotes it as good for fathers and mothers and beneficial for children. The copy claims it helps children eat sleep and grow and names L. M. Bosworth as the seller. The price is 385 cents.
An advertisement touts Rocky Mountain Tea by L. M. Bosworth claiming the drink will relieve constipation and indigestion for a healthier complexion. The product is priced at 35 cents.
Judge W. T. Holland of Greensburg Louisiana reports severe indigestion two years ago with post meal distress and restless nights. He claims Kodol Dyspepsia Cure cured him completely and now sleeps soundly with perfect digestion. Sold by Judisch Bros.
The Iowa Central Railway launches a sleeping car service from St. Paul and Minneapolis to Kansas City St. Louis and Peoria for quicker travel. The Limited departs Marshalltown at 3 15 a m daily for Peoria and eastern points and arrives at Peoria at 1 30 a m.
Advertises DeWitt’s Little Early Risers as a liver cleansing purgative that eases biliousness and constipation without gripes or weakness. Claims tone and strength to tissues and organs. Includes testimonial from W. H. Howell of Houston, Texas and notes Judisch Bros as sellers.
Some people enjoy beer made from hops while others prefer frog legs as a delicacy. The contrast highlights varied culinary interests among readers.
An advertisement claims Kodol Dyspepsia Cure digests food and relieves indigestion by making the stomach sweet and improving nutrient absorption. It promotes lasting relief for stomach disorders and presents taste improvement as a benefit of use.
The piece argues direct questions learn and influence without impertinence. It warns against traps and ulterior motives and says curiosity should be balanced with simple intent. Well asked questions aid agreeable intercourse, while intrusive lines damage trust.
A historical compilation notes superstitions of Rosa Bonheur Caroline Herschel George Eliot Lady Millais Harriet Beecher Stowe Queen Victoria and others. It cites charms beliefs about luck from a St Anthony image to a wedding ring and a Manx cat.
The wife of a noted naval officer recalls an amusing Washington society episode. A congressman arrived with a lady on each arm at an army and navy event and refused to give his name when asked to be presented, saying he had two ladies to take care of and could manage no more.
The elm and oak are praised for perfect form with branches that seem to move with every wind. The pine also appears equally graceful, its limbs sighing and evergreen needles forming a solemn forest symphony. All elements contribute serene grace and simplicity to age old woods.
A Washington Star snippet quotes two women discussing a studious neighbor who avoids gossip, preferring conversations about Helen of Troy and Romeo and Juliet to local affairs. The exchange hints at curiosity about the neighbor’s behavior and interests.
A street car pitch from a young man touts the business of his firm and signals his wages have risen to six dollars a week. The scene captures a cheerful buying mood as workers hear of better pay.
Naggsby and Wagesby staged a contest last night as optimism rose. Gaggster won the prize by laughing hardest at his own joke, according to the Baltimore American report.
A letter from the Indianapolis Journal asks about a brother named Hobson How. The reply says he is fine in college where he sings first tenor and plays second base.
An old advertisement touts Scott's Emulsion as a blood enhancer for pale girls and invalids. It claims the product feeds bone marrow and spleen with cod liver oil, improving blood quality and strength. Free samples offered, with purchase details for Scott & Bowne in New York.
The past week brought cool wet and cloudy weather hampering crop maturation. Threshing slowed and grain in shock suffered damage while corn progress lagged statewide though northeast beginning to pass frost risk. Pasture feeding is excellent with apples and potatoes near prior reports.
Multiple conveyances recorded including F P Kalsem to Balette Storm for 90 dollars sub lot 13 in lot 2 swi4 se 23 82 24 and M G Gatrell to A G Kingsbury for 175 dollars sub lot 1 of lot 4 wk sw 1983 23. Isaac Otis to A E Cole for 450 dollars wed sub lot 1 of lot 5 wig sw 4 8% 24. Elmer E Sowers and wife to Frank Schl eiter for 1500 dollars lot 8 and wg lot 7 blk 1 Richmond's ad Ames. D M Ghrist and wife to H D Lucas for 250 dollars wig lots 9 and 10 bik Lee's ad Ames. William D Hodge et al to Andrew Olson for 850 dollars lot 1 bk 18 OC P ad Ames ist n. Clara E Fox and husband to S U Akin for 300 dollars lot 14 blk 1 Beardshear's ad Ames. John Zammalt and wife to Newton and N W Ry Co for 2500 dollars Right of way ne 14 31 83 24. Soneva Range et al to N & N W Ry Co for 700 dollars right of way se sw 12 82 24. Harry C Goodnow and wife to B H Mil land and R E Dowdell for 5383 dollars and 4 percent interest in et¢ se 8 83 24.
Excursion tickets offered from Harr to Omaha via the Northwestern line for five days October 2 5 6 7 and 8 at one fare round trip. Return limit extends to October 12 inclusive. Tickets apply to agents Chicago North Western Ry.
Hme seekers excursion to the Northwest West and Southwest with low rates via the North Western line. Excursion tickets at greatly reduced rates on sale to the territory indicated above. Standard and Tourist Sleeping Cars Free Reclining Chair Cars and The Best of Every thing. For dates of sale and full particulars apply to Agents Chicago & North Western.
Excursion tickets to Denver via the North-Western Line will be sold October 4 through 8 with favorable return limits. Rates apply on account of the annual convention of the Brotherhood of St. Andrew. Apply to Agents Chicago North Western Bay.
Reduced excursion fares from all points on the Chicago and North Western Railway apply to events listed Baltimore Denver Detroit San Francisco and Los Angeles with dates in October and October. For rates dates of sale and more information contact the ticket agent of the North Western Line.
The Siox City Journal cites an Abe Lincoln inspired aphorism about farming in Iowa. It notes the humorous line about saving corn, suggesting frugality and patience in agricultural practice.
The Des Moines Daily and Sunday News offers yearly at 1.50 for twelve months eight months for 1.00 and three months for 0.50 postage paid to any address. It claims to be the most complete Iowa paper and notes it is the only daily that stops when the time ends. Send address to The News Des Moines Iowa.
An illustrated seventy page book extols the state’s scenery commerce industry and transport links aimed at travelers to the Pacific Coast. W B Kniskern Passenger Traffic Manager Chicago offers it by mail for four cents. The line about cattle humorously notes you cannot say cattle should be seen and not herd.
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