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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1908
Page
6
Frank N. Fowler declares candidacy for treasurer of Story Gonaty subject to the Republican primaries on June 2, 1908. Eligible voters are urged to note the upcoming nomination.
Multiple residents announce candidacy for sheriff of Story County subject to Republican primaries on June 2 1908. Names include Fred C Warrick Frank E Kooser Thos Thompson and Frank B Lough with locations Nevada Ames Milford Township and Ames Iowa.
Gilbert Iowa January 30 1908 announces candidacy for county supervisor to succeed J Michaelson subject to Republican primaries June 2 1908 J H Jacobson. Jory City Iowa January 30 1908 announces candidacy for county supervisor to succeed J O Blican primaries June 2 1908.
A fragmented notice from Iowa in 1908 shows Herbert E. Hadley and J Douglas of Nevada Maxwell and Ames announcing candidacies for county attorney in the Republican primaries. They pledge law enforcement and prudent tax use if elected.
Notice lists GEO C WHITE of Nevada Iowa as a candidate subject to the Republican primaries held June 2. Dated February 4 1908.
To the Republicans of Boone and Story counties, J. A. Fitchpatrick asks support for the Republican primary nomination as candidate for state senator.
The editor announces J Scott as a candidate for the county superintendent of schools position, subject to Republican voters in the June 2 primary. The notice specifies the candidate’s name and the election date.
In Ames and across Iowa the battle lines in the Republican factions sharpen. Prouty aligns with Cummins while Allison duels Cummins in a no compromise fight. Dolliver heads to town to back the governor and the party faces internal strife as Progressives clash with Standpatters. The Register & Leader pushes Blythe as a Senate bogeyman amid a heated political season.
Judge Hindman of Boone and longtime 11th district judge died suddenly at his home at 3 o clock Sunday morning. He was advanced in years and his death was unexpected. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon with many attendees from Ames and nearby towns.
A new Hunting Club is being organized under a decisive leader who vows to create the finest club on the continent. The project emphasizes high standards, skilled members, and expansive hunting grounds to attract enthusiasts nationwide.
A large game preserve of 260 000 acres is secured by St. Louis residents with about 200 members from various parts of the country enrolled toward a 500 member goal. The grounds hold mountain lions tigers and other wildlife with an estimated 100 000 wild deer roaming the area.
A Boone figure described as once a man of good sense circulates rumors that Senator Allison is losing his mind. He denounces dirty political methods, while noting Dolliver will deliver five Iowa speeches in Des Moines Mason City Fort Dodge Clinton and Ottumwa from April 28 to May 2 and again after Congress adjourns May 18.
The Ames Times marks sixteen years of publication in Ames with praise for fearless reporting. It claims growth, profit, and proximity to readers through candid coverage of local, state, and national events without whitewashing.
Discussion of unwanted mutilation of shade trees along streets and the conflicts with utility poles. Iowa Park and Forestry Association cites Iowa Code Section 775 and treble damages under Section 4306 for willful injury to trees on public or private land, noting franchise limits and rights of utilities to trim.
Frank N. Fowler hosted a seven o'clock stag dinner on Friday at his Boone street home. Attendees included Parley Sheldon L M Bosworth Charley Hamilton F R Conaway J E Davis M K Smith G W O'Brien A L Potter W J Semmons J Jacobs and the host. The event marked the mortgage payoff and hinted no opposition yet to Fowler's county primary candidacy.
Citizens urged to clear weeds dirt and filth from premises and alleys. Civic Improvement Society will supply teams and wagons directed by a Street Commissioner committee. Health rules and city ordinances will be enforced to ensure a healthful attractive city. Galen Tilden mayor.
The Cummins camp.named a nearly all progressives ticket for presidential electors while allies of Senator Allison counter with their own slate. The new primary law requires elector nominations at the June primaries. Electors at large are T. T. Anderson and J. H. Amundson. district electors hail from diverse counties including Marsh Bailey, F D Letts, W F Ray, D H Bowen, W M Reece, W M Black, Alex Mardis, Almor Stern, G W Hanna, and John Boeyink.
The Boone Democrat praises Parley Sheldon ex mayor of Ames for 25 years of public service. He served one year on the council and nine terms as mayor guiding Ames from a village to a leading inland city. He stepped down after lifelong public and business commitments, giving time freely for the city’s uplift.
Judge Wright, after adjourning in Nevada last week, reached Fort Dodge on the Interurban and fell injuring himself so that he could not reopen court until today.
L. R. Morris begins construction of a modern residence between the old Lincoln home and John Hoggatt’s property on Duff Street, marking a new addition to the neighborhood.
The proposed Waterloo to Perry interurban with a Story City Ames branch may bypass Ames this year but reach it next. Parley Sheldon suggested routing via Garden City or Roland. Geo W Scott studied options, finding a Milford Howard route feasible and beneficial to Ames, which lacks railroad.
A Chicago produced comedy drama stars Tommy Swift as a breezy American drummer who wins the affection of matinee girls and spinsters. The plot centers on the repercussions of a poor girl’s marriage to an English nobleman. Presented by Rowland & Clifford of Chicago, the show arrives next Saturday evening in this city.
Parley Sheldon appointed administrator of the Robert C. Allen estate by Story County District Court on April 8 1908. Creditors must pay and claimants present legally authenticated claims to the court for allowance. Dated April 9 1908.
Tomorrow is cleaning up day for Ames. Residents should prepare garbage for wagons and inform the ward chairman in time.
A pasture suitable for six cattle is available for rent two and a half miles northeast of Ames. Inquiries should be made at the office. Rate listed as 522 pd.
Advertisement touts Dr Shoop's Restorative as a genuine tonic for tired nerves and spring lethargy. It promises quicker relief after a few doses and notes indoor living dulls bowels liver kidneys and heart function, urging a few weeks of use. Sold by Joel BE Cagwin.
Blood bay foaled May 1905 by Barderah 2244 out Nellie K by Trampaway 309 or Julia by Alfred 2609. Sound and broke to harness with no faults. Expected to mature around 1200 pounds. Standard and registered. Address Henry A Ringgenburg 732 Hoggatt Ave Ames Iowa. 50-3t.
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