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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1878
Page
3
Boone county Democrats and Boone county’s statists unite on a ticket to defeat Republicans with Gene West in the lead. E W Lane and Stephen Carhart families from Story county head west for new homes. Dr C A Beverly plans to practice in Ames and may locate permanently, with uncertain office plans.
Store seeks buyer for stock and established operation. Right party can secure a bargain by contacting C. B. Onsen.
The firms announce a grand opening featuring a mammoth fall and winter dress goods arrival with a complete assortment of hosiery water-proofs flannels woolens and related fabrics. They claim the finest stock ever brought to the city.
W. D. Lucas will speak on political questions at Bloomington Monday evening. A good audience is urged to attend. Greenbackers especially green back speakers are invited to participate in the gathering.
An evening fire side chat benefits from new lamps now in stock at Brad ley. Rupert Mansuatt, a fiat candidate for Clerk, says he is not in favor of fiat money. The article questions what alternative he supports if not fiat or greenback money.
The article notes Senator Russell may attend an upcoming public address in Nevada if his health allows. It questions the fate of a county Democratic ticket in Story and comments on Boone county adherents backing Sol. Shaffer, contrasting with the old party label.
Mrs. A. C. Hamilton invites customers to visit after Miss Flick returns from the East with fresh fashions. She will receive new goods weekly during the season and hopes both old and new customers will call. I will try to please.
The county campaign effort under Col. Hoggatt shifts to a small group of workers who aim to deter voters from Republican meetings. One activist visited Story City Tuesday and urged followers to discourage attendance and block hearing Carpenter.
Robert Marshall targets the Clerk of the Courts position and argues against fiat money. He questions Hoggatt and Greggory's backing and hints at shifting support when aligned with fiat money advocates versus gold standard Republicans.
During last Friday's rain storm on the D. M. and M railroad at the Keigley bridge site, a thunderbolt tore a hole in the ground about thirty feet away from carpenters. El lis and W. Johnson were knocked down, six others severely shocked.
The second annual meeting of the Woman's Christian Temperance Union in the ninth district will be held in Fort Dodge on October 9 and 10. All affiliated unions in the district are requested to send two or more delegates.
A pocket book found at our office contains papers including a note for 24.25 dollars payable to A. W. Squires. The owner can retrieve the pocket book by calling here representative.
The annual meeting of the Presbytery of the Cumberland will convene at the Union School House in Franklin township on Friday evening, September 27, to be in session over Sabbath. Davenport Gazette notes counterfeit dollars in circulation, two passed in the city yesterday, with near perfect imitation but duller hue and lighter weight.
Treasurer King has paid the second court house bond of $1000 and the interest on the remaining $38,000. Steps are under way that could lead to retiring all remaining bonds and securing a lower interest rate.
The Annual Methodist Conference in Atlantic has reassigned pastors. Rev. Mr Brady leaves Ames for Seymour in Appanoose county, and Rev. B F Durfee from Ontario arrives in Ames. Brady's year in Ames yielded many good results and loyal supporters lament his departure. Durfee is described by hearsay as a young, capable, and devoted worker.
Jno L Stevens has spoken for the ticket in Boone County and will appear October 2 with Gov Carpenter. W D Lucas heads to Peoples township Saturday night, October 5 to Ogden on October 4. Col Jo Scott speaks in Moingona September 30. J R McDonald discusses politics in Boonsboro October 4. T C McCall speaks Zenorville October 5. C E Turner has accepted county invitations. dates unrevealed for this week.
Letter from Casey Young of Memphis dated Sept 18 1878 thanks Prof Stanton for a $64.45 draft from Iowa Agricultural College faculty and students. He expresses gratitude to Northern donors for relief to the South during yellow fever victims' suffering.
The roll of honor for Sub-District No. 7 Washington township lists students for the four month summer term under divisions A B C and E. Names include Diviston Carrie McFarlane Gertie Deyo Bessie Kercheval Jennie Raf Aggie Watt Lizzie McFarlane Rose McNaughton Ellen Watt Eddie McLane Lettie Deyo Charlie Peterson Blanche French Christian Johnson Jimmie Johnson Freddie Johnson R McCarthy Nellie Lyman Hattie Lyman Christena Oleson Willie Wiltee Nellie Kercheval George Wortman Jennie Wiltse Hite Raff Rhoda Bullock Georgie French Annie McFarlane Flora Wortman Clara Rosenfeld Georgie Ocelson Willie Peterson Georgie McFarlane Eddie Johnson Freddie Mauser. E N Wieren Teacher.
Personal mentions note Mr and Mrs Lock of Vinton visiting their daughter Mrs Prof Macomber since Friday. Dr A Richmond of Rochester Vermont, an old Ames physician, is in town visiting friends and heads west to Nebraska briefly before returning home. Miss Rachael Flick has returned to Galena Kansas after visiting Ames. A C Thomas of Thomas Soper Son is in Chicago stocking fall and winter goods. P L Stickney has been indisposed for a week. 8 S Peterman has moved to Cornelia Bluffs to continue barbering.
The Advocate notes Albert Wettereip selling the watch for the same money with his guarantee. Sheldahl items report invoicing goods at Cham bers before the new firm opens. Rasmousous wife died last night with Dr Sperling of Polk City as her physician. The Skandinavian church adds an north end expansion. Palmer left the local saloon business and returned to Swede Point. Sheidah continues public Republican talks. Frank Jenks welcomed a ten pound boy. Dr Schooler happy about his grandson born today, proclaimed by Barney and Shep Hopkins.
Kelley notes cool pleasant weather and improving farms as Stevens and McCoy receive new stock and sell to customers. R. P. Shields has sold his bag and buggy outfit while F. Fuller arrives as hog buyer and moves to town. J. B. McCoy buys Van Fleet property and H. R. Bardwell trades for corn-crib. lumber hauled for new project.
The notice reports the death of William C. Eddy age 27 in Ames after a six month battle with degenerative softening of the brain. Born Geneva Lake Wisconsin December 20 1850 he lived in Ames since 1867 and studied law at Simpson Centenary College graduating in 1877. He practiced briefly with C E Turner and suffered quietly before passing on the 5th of the present month. Funeral held at Congregational church with Pastor Perkins officiating. Local committees and Republicans plan further arrangements and Democrats and Greenbackers are invited to attend meetings.
A letter from a committee member defends Prof Fox as the driving force behind the fever fundraiser concert. The writer praises his untiring labor, personal expense, and dedication to advancing Ames musical talent despite obstacles and no pay.
An old newspaper style health ad promotes Parker's Ginger Tonic to prevent cholera infantum colic and cramps. It claims quick relief from dyspepsia headaches nervousness and various stomach ailments and urges buying a one dollar bottle or 15 cent sample from the druggist J J Bousquet & Co.
Governor Gear proclaims a state wide vote on October second Tuesday 1878 for a full term filling offices including Secretary of State Auditor Treasurer Attorney General and more. Also appoints countywide ballots in Story County with local offices and election duties noted by Sheriff Gillespie.
Governor Carpenter addressed Story City residents on Tuesday afternoon, delivering plain facts and figures in a crowded schoolhouse. Senator Russell and Governor Carpenter spoke in the city church that evening, with Russell praised as a strong, practical speaker and Carpenter noted for his fair, direct approach.
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