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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1907
Page
5
A colored student seeks housing with meals and a room in exchange for work. Contact Intelligencer at H care or apply to 608 Story St, with two in the family. Also notice a girl wanted for general housework in a two-person family at 608 Story St.
The verse from the Oskaloosa Herald extols a steadfast man whose firm handshake and steady nature offer reassurance. It praises his fairness, kindness, and resilience, closing with a nod to the publication staying the course.
P Freed sold a yearling Duroc Jersey pig this week for five hundred dollars. The pig is the full brother of the animal that won the sweepstakes prize at the state fair this fall. Mr. Freed raises hogs that are worth the money.
Mrs. Wilbur Wilson sustained a severely bruised shoulder when a frightened horse caused her buggy to overturn last Friday. She was on her way to town and is reported to be improving nicely.
Six years ago on a Saturday President McKinley died in Buffalo after being shot on September 6 by Leon F. Czolgosz. His funeral occurred September 19, 1901, and Czolgosz was executed on October 29 of the same year in Auburn New York.
H D Corlett visits his old home in northeastern Iowa and notes Elkader has little growth while he is glad to return to Ames where there is activity. In Clayton county Mo nona shows good growth with substantial buildings under construction.
A brick building in Kelley nears completion and will soon be occupied. R. F. Hutchison, merchant, and J. L. Zimmermann, druggist, plan to move in at the end of the week or early next. The structure is described as a fine addition to Kelley’s business district.
Proctor and Stewart osteopaths will relocate to occupy the ground floor of Dr. Hunt’s house at the corner of Douglas Avenue and Story Street. They plan to take possession early next month with removal likely between October 1 and 10. The entire lower floor will be used except Dr. Hunt’s dental rooms, creating multiple treatment spaces.
Local readers hear a testimonial praising Chamberlain's Pain Balm for a bad lame back. Luke LaGrange of Orange Michigan reports two applications cured his three week ailment after trying a plaster and other remedies. Sold by Loughran & Bauer and Joel Cagwin.
Buying Colorado Lands in the Greeley district Weld County quarter sections sold by Smith and Davis to Ben Finchman C S Henry Mr Frickie J W Newton W M Gregory J C Shackleton J G Terebaugh Grant Deal West Deal Morgan Dunham. another group of purchasers left for a lands inspection Tuesday evening.
Dr. J. H. McNeil of the college veterinary department was elected vice-president of the American Veterinary Association at the Kansas City meeting last week. His work at I. B. C. and the four year course are gaining him wide recognition among Ames veterans and colleagues. Dr. Stange and others attended the meeting with many Ames men present.
Mr. R. E. Blackwood of the Intelligencer editorial staff leaves Ames for Chicago to pursue law study. An Iowa State College alum, he has shown commendable ambition and character during a year with the newspaper. The Intelligencer wishes him well in his future.
The article lists Friday occurrences of the 13th and notes dates such as September 23, 1869 and September 13, 1907. It forecasts upcoming Fridays the 13th in March and November next year and mentions August 23 and the autumnal equinox on the 23rd preceding the Nevada fair opening.
The Tilden store completed a rear partition door and new office room in the clothing department. The improved space provides the office force with more room and breathing space as business capacity grows. Earlier, they added a second floor pennant factory extension.
Prof. Jack Hamilton, sub lessee of Prof. Patrick’s weed experiment station, moved a land plot in Onondaga for harvest festival use. He paid $10 for land rights but no contract, while Patrick keeps weed control. City officials debate taxing the weed patch area higher, noting nuisances akin to tanks or stagnant ponds. potential court action may target the Intelligencer neighborhood weed patch.
Webster City Tribune argues that shortages in gasoline barrels and coal shipments shift losses to consumers. It contends Standard Oil should absorb shrinkage in its own handling, while railroads share fault, leaving buyers to bear the cost.
Ridgeway Journal urges active effort by all merchants to attract customers and broaden trade. It argues that relying on a few lines of business harms the town and that public spirited effort from every trader expands the market and strengthens the local economy.
An Ames plates agricultural college prepared soil map of the state is shown in the agricultural and horticultural building at the fair. It marks all rivers and streams and county boundaries with white lines. Elevations depressions and soil types are depicted to indicate suitability for crops. The map is described as one of the most complete soil and topographical maps shown at the state fair.
Cough syrup advertised as a gentle bowel mover to drive out the cold and clear the head. Marketed as suitable for colds croup and whooping cough for all ages and backed by a money back satisfaction guarantee. Sold by C A Gamble.
A noon college car sparked panic when a passenger cried out Crooks as a bundle looked like planes. Conductor calmed riders, stating no alarm. A man who had lost clothes in a crash asked for the general agent’s name and declared Mr Crooks is not a crook.
T. W. Manning steps into the bank after J. R. Bradley resigns and F B Campbell is promoted to assistant cashier. Other officers remain, with A J Graves as president, A T Erwin as vice-president, and M A Manning as cashier.
At the M E B conference in Council Bluffs Charles Brenton of Dallas Center was elected lay delegate to the general conference. Rev Andrew M Shea is assigned to Ames for the fifth time. Several ministers including Rev EB B E Agin Fritz and Rev C L Nye receive new posts. Bishop Goodsell faced scheduling tensions and the conference extended by a day. President Storms and Mrs. Storms attended.
The Des Moines Daily News announces a October offer for new subscribers: pay $1.50 for a fifteen month subscription and receive the daily paper free (except Sundays) through January 1, 1908, with independent political coverage and full news.
There is a back-right ache described as a stitch when bending or walking districts to the kidneys. DeWitt's Kidney and Bladder Pills are advertised as unequaled for backache weak kidneys and bladder inflammation. A week's treatment costs 25 cents, sold by Cc. A. Gamble.
A brief urging the council to take decisive action on municipal matters emphasizes urgent completion of projects and improved governance for residents and businesses.
It comes in a collapsible tube with a nozzle for easy application to pile soreness and inflammation. The product relieves pain itching and burning in any form of piles. Manufactured by Man Zan Pile Remedy priced at 50 cents and guaranteed. Sold by A. Gamble.
A reflective poem condemns gossip slander and public shaming. The speaker urges the man with the hammer to desist recalling past misdeeds and choosing mercy over neighborly cruelty. The piece emphasizes casting stones and hints at personal repentance.
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