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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1907
Page
4
The Intelligencer publishes every Thursday morning in Ames Story county Iowa with a subscription price of 1.00 dollars per year in advance.
A columnist feud in the Ames Intelligencer critiques prior coverage of Col. Sam Paul Jones and the 1907 college excursion issue. The piece accuses the paper of bias, notes Jones campaigned before the board, and highlights Commercial Club involvement and governor references, while recounting later remarks by Col. Swalm about Allison and Larrabee.
Over the past year Oelwein trimmed three dailies to one and placed control with The Register. Supporters expect a single paper to succeed if it serves a 6000 population town, while the superior court has undercut hopes and intensified newspaper competition.
The Daily Iowan resumes publication edited by Herbert M. Harwood with business manager Robert B. Pike. Both are praised for ability and character and are connected as friends to the Intelligencer editor.
Fred M Hubbel announced a twenty story Des Moines building as a personal monument then denounced Landis for fining Rockefeller 29000000 calling it outrage. He then claimed Fifth street would open and labeled the tower a fake.
Blaine county Oklahoma voted Republican and elected H. N. Boardman county attorney by 149. Ex Governor Tom Ferguson, running for Congress in the second district, does not concede the defeat and says the official count will decide. His opponent Fulton claims a 500 vote majority. The Republican charge blames Secretary Taft speeches for helping the Democrats.
The three cent fare controversy may be overshadowed as voters weigh bigger questions. A Bur ton win could boost a Senate bid, while a Johnson victory may revive talk of a Democratic presidential nomination.
Corn huskers remain scarce with prevailing wages at four and five cents per bushel. The Sioux City Tribune argues that a worker who can husk 160 bushels daily has no reason to complain if not a Standard Oil stockholder.
The Mail and Times argues for a saner presidential choice than La Follette and criticizes Standard Oil Co. for a large part of its wealth. The paper urges Editor Pugh to change his lunch companions and mingle with short order house patrons.
The Missouri M E Church South adopts a resolution opposing recommending any man who uses tobacco for ministry. The move aligns with Iowa Methodists already enforcing similar rules while northern preachers rarely smoke on duty.
The Manchester Press says railing against long congressional tenure implies stripping the state of its influence and standing in national lawmaking. It asks whether the paper will define what it means by influence and standing in this context.
The Mitchellville Index notes Cash Dowell cannot run against Capt. Hull because his weight is not his problem. He is lighter than Taft and has broken too many hearts, which experts say undermines his congressional prospects.
The speaker argues for free entry of Philippine goods into the United States to preserve control of the islands. It notes Captain Hull discovering this, with the captain typically quick to adapt.
The Register and Leader and Sioux City Tribune may discuss what defines a Republican or a Democrat in the days leading to Halloween, reflecting on party labels and public debate. The fragment hints at upcoming political discourse in local papers.
The Adel News reports Senator Hotchkiss may back a shift to free trade with the Philippines as Capt Hull signals a policy stance. The clash hints at upcoming political maneuvering amid wartime trade debates.
The Twenty second Iowa Cavalry holds its thirteenth reunion in Muscatine on October 16 and 17. H B Watters of West Liberty serves as secretary of the association.
The Northeastern lona editors elected Fred Robinson of Oelwein as president, naming the most ministerial appearing editor to lead the organization.
National politics influence seeps into the Cleveland campaign despite protests from factional Republican leaders. The dispute centers on messaging and alignment with party priorities as election dynamics shift at local levels.
The Brooklyn Chronicles reports Alli son favors tariff revision and views it as progress while Cummins also backs it, framing him as a plain democrat and praising the logic of supporters.
Bishop Goodsell criticizes district ministers for politics and urges focus on souls. Sioux City Tribune questions if whisky price rise reflects new federal pure food law and hints distillers mimic Standard Oil tactics alongside railroads.
A report states that extra liquor was found in Story City drug store cellars beyond the invoice, taken to Nevada for court. The piece notes possible watering after arrival and contrasts rising whisky prices with kerosene. The Cleveland city election is described as more exciting than the Oklahoma and Indian Territory campaign.
The note warns Story City residents about a hypothetical rattlesnake raid. It suggests potential danger and emphasizes the need for vigilance and safety measures to protect the community.
A symposium discusses the Iowa State Agricultural College and State Fair relationship. The Mitchellville Index and Mason City Times-Herald editors debate college influence, fairness, and exhibits at the fair. The piece defends college cooperation and criticizes unfounded complaints while urging farmer interests to be protected.
A short ad warns that indigestion starts with headaches belching a bad taste and nervousness and if ignored grows into dyspepsia. It touts Kodol For Indigestion and Dyspepsia as a helper that aids digestion and lets you enjoy meals, sold by C. A. Jamble.
The Grinnell Herald notes that attempts to assess Allison’s state and national impact resemble an ode to Niagara Falls. The column remarks on confusion and speculation surrounding Allison’s achievements and legacy.
An old ad touts Kennedy's Laxative Cough Syrup as a non opiate remedy for colds. It claims the product clears the system through the bowels and avoids constipation common with other cough cures. Sold by C A Gamble.
Robert Armstrong, once in Iowa journalism circles and later in Wall Street, has been elected president of the Philadelphia Casualty company. The Sioux City Tribune notes the record shows temptations in capital and its servants, praising integrity amid political enticements.
Advertisement touts DeWitt's Kidney and Bladder Pills for backache and weak kidneys. Claims equal relief for bladder inflammation with a week’s treatment priced at 25 cents. Sold by Cc. A Gamble.
A reader cites editorials and professors as hard to please and notes editors act by judgment. An advertisement promotes Bees Laxative Cough Syrup as gentle on the bowels and effective for colds croup and whooping cough with a satisfaction guarantee. Sold by C A Gamble.
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