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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1908
Page
2
Frank N. Fowler declares candidacy for treasurer of Story county. He cites the June 2, 1903 Republican action as context for his run.
A collection of short notices from Ames and surrounding towns dated January 1908 announces candidacies for sheriff of Story County. Individuals including Fred C. Wick, Rank E. Kooser, and Frank B. Lough state their intent to run, subject to Republican primaries held June 2, 1908, with filings and locations noted in Nevada and Milford Township.
Gilbert Iowa January 30 1908 announces candidacy to succeed J O Kee in the Republican primary for county supervisor to be held June 2 1908. Name J H Jacobson. Story City Iowa January 30 1908.
A set of campaign notices from Iowa in 1905 1908 seeking Republican nomination for county attorney. Names Herbert B Hadley W Douglas Maxwell and H G Slattery appear with pledges to enforce laws and use tax funds economically ahead of the June 2 primaries.
A representative proclaims candidacy for a state legislature seat in Nevada Iowa with a June action pending. Details are unclear due to fragmented OCR text but indicate formal filing or announcement around early June and local political activity.
The message urges Alicans in Boone and Story counties to support J. A. Fitchpatrick for the Republican nomination for senator in Nevada Iowa. It calls for active backing at the primary election and names the candidate.
A candidate announces his run for county superintendent of schools subject to Republican voters at the primaries. The note is dated June 2 in Iowa.
Judge Prouty announces his bid to succeed Captain Hull in Congress promising action. The message urges supporters to pursue opportunities and seize the moment as the race begins.
Eight hundred twenty one votes were polled at the Ames city election on Monday. The turnout is described as substantial for the city’s polling cycle.
The Des Moines plan took a setback Monday as Judge Math was elected mayor by a twenty five hundred vote margin. Des Moines will be wide open now.
The governor seems aware of other forces in town and admits he is far from being the sole influence. He remains busy defending himself and may have to work overtime if necessary.
Judge Prouty states he will not use money from outside sources for his congressional bid. The stance disappoints some supporters who backed him in a previous campaign.
Frank B. Lough of Nevada is announced as a candidate for sheriff. He has served as deputy for three years and is well known across the county, with expectations that he would run the office wisely and judiciously if elected.
The text notes Ora Williams defends himself amid errors in the governors statement to Taft or his managers. It recalls Williams' Ames Fairbanks meeting coverage and suggests the governor hire a new man for better messaging.
Des Moines special reports Judge Solomon F. Prouty will again run for Congress, challenging Captain J. A. T. Hull who has held the seat fourteen years. The piece recalls Prouty’s 4 year ago decisive Hull contest and his post-defeat pledge to retire from public life. Captain Hull urged to commence campaign activity.
Col William F Cody known as Buffalo Bill urges a residence for aging journalists and noted public figures. He says such a home would honor those who shaped national thought and could be funded by press clubs and philanthropists in Cody Wyoming with its springs, fishing, and outdoor options.
Van Chamberlain expresses gratitude to friends for support in the late mayoral contest. He notes expectations of an investigation into the electric light plant and believes his platform will be endorsed by Ames taxpayers.
Yesterday at 9 40 a m the Stars and Stripes flew atop a 128 foot pole as the college band played the Star Spangled Banner. Five hundred students and faculty stood at attention during a brief ceremony with Dr Storms leading a prayer and Gen Lincoln delivering a history of the flag. The day ended with the flag lowered and a short military program.
College Chapel hosts the Young Ladies Glee Club with Otto Glee Club and Sparrows in a Saturday evening recital featuring Adagio Pathetique Godard and Oh Tis a Dream among other pieces. L. R. Morris substitutes for J. W. Lathrow on rural route four as he enjoys a fifteen day vacation.
While returning from Des Moines last Saturday Hank Wilkinson, veteran A. and C. Railway conductor, quit on grounds of disobedient orders from Boone officials. He refused to apologize or report, stating he would not work under unsatisfactory supervision. The Ames community praises his stand and longs for his rest and mobility.
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