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Newspaper

Ames Times

Location

Ames, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 08, 1901

Page

2

Excursion Tickets To Pan American Exposition From Chicago Great Western

The Chicago Great Western Railway offers excursion tickets to Buffalo for the Pan-American Exposition from May 1 to November 1. Tickets sold April 30 and daily after are valid for return within 15 days at one fare and one third. special rate one fare plus $1.00 round trip. Tickets depart Buffalo midnight on the tenth day after sale, including sale day. The line provides a folder with Buffalo maps, expo grounds, hotels, train time cards, and eastern connections. For details contact Great Western agents or J. P. Elmer, 113 Adams St., Chicago.

Chicago Great Western Railway Buffalo Exposition Grounds Great Western J. P. Elmer Adams St Chicago

Probate of Will for J W Freeland in Story County

In District Court Story County Iowa notice is given that there is a written instrument purporting to be the last will and testament of J W Freeland deceased on file in the Clerk's office. A hearing and probate are set for Wednesday August 21 1901 during the August Term of the District Court at Nevada. All interested persons may appear and show cause why the instrument should not be accepted as the decedent's will.

Lowa Story County District Court J. W. Freeland Said Nevada A. D C. M. Soper State OF Iowa Story Iss Fredrick Eckard Julia T. McLain

Will of Fredrick Eckard Probate Hearing in Story County

State of Iowa Story County. In District Court a writing purporting to be the last will and testament of Fredrick Eckard, deceased, is filed in the clerk's office for probate. August 21, 1901, is set for hearing to show cause why the instrument should not be accepted as the decedent's last will.

Testament of Julia T. McLain Hearing Set

In District Court of said county and state an instrument and testament of Julia T. McLain, late of August 21, 1901, is set for hearing by the Clerk of District Court.

Lawsuit for Absolute Divorce Filed in Story County

The Jessie Myers plaintiff sues Lafayette Myers for an absolute divorce alleging cruel and inhuman treatment and habitual drunkenness. The petition asks custody of minor Willard Myers and further relief. Default will be entered if he fails to appear by August term of the court starting August 19, 1901 in Nevada.

Lafayette Myers Laintiff District Court State of Iowa Story County Willard Myers Nevada A. D Jno. H. Williams

Proper Etiquette For Eating Fish In Old Fashioned Style

The guide advises not to request extra fish servings and rejects using a knife to dissect fish. It notes modern fish knives with a fork, lemon with broiled or baked fish, and using fingers to express juice. Potatoes and sliced cucumbers with French dressing accompany meals, with boiled fish paired with similarly prepared sides. It warns against fingers separating bones, suggesting bread to aid dexterity.

Gamble critique argued as a moral duty for trustees

In a Current Literature note the writer recalls a church dignitary struggling to frame a gambling argument. It argues that wealth is a trust not to be gambled and that trustees should avoid risking funds for orphans, warning that society’s conscience shifts toward frugality and accountability.

Life Insurance Popularity Surges in United States

The New York World notes Americans hold more life insurance than any nation, with policies serving more than family needs. It highlights a rise in business life insurance and cites Protestant ministers' life policies as a notable recent trend paying large sums to churches upon their deaths.

United States New York World

Mild and Gentle Stomach and Liver Tablets Sell Well

Advertisement notes Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets as mild and gentle relief for stomach and liver discomfort. Pills are easy to take and pleasant in effect. Sold by Loughran & Bauer.

Chamberlain Loughran & Bauer

Excursion Rates to Modern Woodmen Picnic

Excursion tickets sold at reduced rates August 1 for the Modern Woodmen picnic in Webster City Iowa with return option valid through August 2. Apply at Chicago and North Western Railway agents.

Webster City Iowa

Comets of the Past Century Highlight Bright Discoveries

The nineteenth century yielded 235 new comets and many brilliant appearances, surpassing the eighteenth. Notable comets occurred in 1811 1843 1858 1881 and 1882. By 1800 Halley’s was the lone known periodic comet, whereas now at least 17 have been seen on multiple returns.

Bound to Enjoy Herself

A brief exchange from the Philadelphia Press sketches Elsie’s tea visit preparations. Mamma instructs polite responses, but Elsie wittily notes she does not expect to refuse any offering. The item portrays domestic chatter and childhood manners.

Mamma Elsie Philadelphia Press

Two Faced Babies Exchange Sparks Debate

A dialogue centers on whether deceit is learned or innate. A speaker argues some infants are two faced in the cradle, offering a child who resembles its rich aunt during visits and a rich uncle when he appears as an example.

Jonah Was One of the Minor Prophets, Brooks Says

Phillips Brooks told a skeptic there was no difficulty in the Jonah tale since Jonah was one of the minor prophets. The exchange centers on the whale’s throat question and the biblical classification.

Phillips Brooks Jonah

Man cooks own breakfast for 15 years headline

A cryptic note claims a man cooked his own breakfast for fifteen years before finishing. The report labels the subject as extremely hungry, with a casual mention of the unusual feat.

Katrine Max Bombe

Len tils Declared Richer in Protein Than Peas

A medical journal states len tils offer higher protein content than peas and beans and are more digestible, highlighting their potential as a superior plant protein source.

Two European Capitals Never Occupied by Foreign Rule

A pithy claim cites two great capitals, London and Saint Petersburg, as exceptional in never having been occupied by a foreign power. The remark contrasts historic sieges and raises questions about long term resilience and wartime occupation history.

London St. Petersburg

Cummins Nominated on First Ballot at Republican State Convention

At Cedar Rapids the Republican nominating convention named A. B. Cummins for governor with 86034 votes on the first ballot. John Herriott of Stuart backed Cummins after shifting support, Weaver, Brown, Barrett and others short listed for respective offices.

Cedar Rapids A. B. Cummins Des Moines John Herriott Stuart S. M. Weaver Iowa Falls E. C. Brown Sheldon R. C. Barrett Osage

Wide range of travel sales and local ads fill page

Advertisements advertise Dr Caldwell syrup pepsin and medicines sold by L M Bosworth. Travel promos offer one fare round trips to Louisville Kentucky county fair Nevada Iowa and Eagle Grove Iowa with dates August 12 to 26 and Des Moines August 22 to 31 via Chicago and North Western Railway. Also sales on stock food poultry products and hats with local merchants listed.

Bennettsville Editor Credits Electric Bitters

Editor S. A. Brown of Bennettsville, D. C., recounts his wife recovering from dyspepsia after four bottles of Electric Bitters. He praises the tonic for indigestion and torpid liver and notes it is 50c at Bosworth's drug store.

S. A. Brown Bennettsville D. C Bosworth’s

Low Round Trip Rates to New York by Great Western

The Chicago Great Western Railway will sell round trip tickets to New York and return at very low rates with stop-overs at Buffalo Niagara Falls Washington Baltimore and Philadelphia. For details contact any Great Western Agent or J P Eimer G P A Chicago. 12 9

Chicago Great Western Rg New York Buffalo Niagara Falls Washington Baltimore Philadelphia Great Western J. P. Eimer Chicago

Crop Bulletin Des Moines Iowa August 5 1901

Des Moines reports describe a week ending August 5 with temperatures 1 to 5 degrees above normal but a drop from the prior week. Cool humid conditions and July rains aided corn, with some early plantings damaged beyond recovery except for fodder. Late corn tassels show. merchantable yield depends on season weather and absence of frost by late September. Threshing returns look encouraging. pastures and immature crops show some improvement, though more rain is needed.

Des Moines

Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin Ad Offered by Bosworth

L. M. Bosworth explains the laxative benefits of Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin, highlighting its convenience and merit as a valuable remedy to readers.

Dr Wood’s Eye Clinic Draws Crowds in Marshalltown

A Marshalltown physician, Dr Wood, astonishes with new eye and ear cures after three years study in England Germany and France. His eye infirmary is crowded. he claims rapid relief for badly granulated lids cross eyes cataract and catarrh with his methods and remedies.

Marshalltown Wood England Germany France

Letter ends sales claim for Caldwell’s Syrup Peps

A reader letter from Union 8 215 member Geo. C. Campbell endorses Dr Caldwell's Syrup Peps noting it helps his household. The excerpt ends with a closing signature and the word Sold.

American Federation of Labor Dr. Caldwell Geo. C. Campell L. M. Bosworth

Citizens Debate Silver Wedding Address Wording

In an English town a proposed address for the Prince and Princess of Wales during their silver wedding sparked lengthy talks. Initial wording faced universal condemnation. A revised line reading Conscious as we are of each other's unworthiness was accepted as fitting.

Prince and Princess of Wales

Beavers Symbolize New Amsterdam Heritage in NYC History Club

The New York City History club uses an industrious beaver as its emblem, depicting the sturdy beaver from the ancient seal of New Amsterdam within a circle.

New York City

Have You Seen It Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin Ad

An advertisement touts Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a guaranteed cure for dyspepsia and stomach troubles, urging customers to ask for it if not found in plain view. Sold widely through retailers.

Dr. Caldwell L. M. Bosworth

Story County Reunion in Cambridge August 22 23 1901

The Story County Reunion will be held at Cambridge on August 22 and 23 1901 by order of Andrew Ne aon Col. J O Johnson Adjt.

Story County Cambridge Andrew Ne Aon J. O. Jounson Adjt

Real Estate Loans Offer Flexible Pay Days and Rates

Story County Bank advertises real estate loans with flexible payment on any interest pay day and any amount on any day. No commission charged on these loans, encouraging borrowers to refinance to lower rates.

Dressmaking Rooms Open After August 15

Mrs. M. Jones announces she will be at her rooms over Bradley and White's after August 15 to conduct first class dressmaking.

Bradley & White's

For Sale Pure Blood Chester White Hogs

For sale pure blood Chester White hogs at reasonable prices. Contact C. F. Ruta at 144 Gilbert Station Ia. Popcorn wanted will pay the highest market price for a few bushels. HOWARD ADAMS. Reap J. B. Kooser & Co.'s ad. Wheat 0.10 per package at J. B. Kooser & Co. Fresh crackers every week at T. J. Miller & Sons.

Chester C. F. Ruta Howard Adams J. B. Kooser & Co T. J. Milier & Sons

Local Advert: Groceries Soap and Snacks Spotlight

A compact ad lists items and prices including one dollar for flour from T. J. Miter & Son then 11 bars of white soap at 25 cents from Grove's. Fresh roasted peanuts and buttered popcorn available every evening at Koudeon's Roy Woop.

Grove’s Koudeon’s. Roy Woop

Social and Church Notes From Ames District

Neighbors share visits and travel as residents from Ames and nearby towns attend events. Mrs Hutchinson visits Ames. J W Lytle and W B George attend church. Rev McDougall to preach next Sabbath. gatherings include a Ladies Aid meeting and a Congregational ice cream and peach social.

J. W. Lytle W. B. George Ames Congregational Church

A Minister's Good Work Prompts Remedy Endorsement

Reverend A A Power of Emporia Kansas recounts a severe bilious attack treated with Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy. He helped a neighbor who was ill for days and found relief after one dose. The product is sold by Loughran and Bauer.

Chamberlain Rev A. A. Power Emporia, Kan Loughran & Bauer

Business Opportunities for All in Western Regions

Iowa Illinois Minnesota Missouri locations on the Chicago Great Western Railway offer profitable farm and business prospects. Opportunities for creamery operators and millers with capital. suitable sites for general stores hardware harness hotels banks and stock buyers. Map leaflets available from W J Reed Industrial Agent 604 Endicott Bldg St Paul Minn.

Iowa Illinois Minnesota Missouri Chicago Great Western Railway United States W. J. Reed Endicott Bldg St. Paul Minn

Excursion Tickets to Cedar Rapids At Reduced Rates

Reduced fare excursion to Cedar Rapids offered August 10 through 14 with return allowed to August 16. Tickets available via Chicago and North Western Railway agents. Knights of Pythias Grand Lodge event support.

North-Western Line Knights of Pythias Grand Lodge Chicago & North-Western Ry

For Sale One Young Broad Son Po land China Thoroughbred

For sale a young broad son, Po land China thoroughbred. Call at the Rice home, south town. Mrs. E. 8. Rice, Ames, Iowa.

Poland China Rice Home South Town E. 8. Rice Ames, Iowa

House To Rent Inquire Of Little Bros

Roy Woop notes a house to rent with instructions to inquire at Little Bros while mentioning T. J. Minner & Son and the use of Hazelwood Creamery butter on popcorn.

Hazelwood Creamery Roy Woop Little Bros

Also Mentioned on This Page

Buffalo N. Y Jessie Myers State of Iown County Life Insurance North-Western Chicago & North-Western Railway Cummins Eeeeee Herriott Conger Harriman Trewin Mahion Harriott Fea Ae Ata Towner Louisville, Ky Chicago & North- Western R’y Chicago & North-Western R’y Eagie Grove Chicago & North Western Ba Y O’brien Crop Bulletin Story County Bank M. Jones Gilbert Station Reap J. B. Kooser & Co S Ad T. J. Miter & Son Kelley Frank Hutchinson Hi. A. Cook Dakota Ladies Aid Jennie Hayes Frank Jas. Hutchinson A. Wortman W. P. George Walter Kooser Frank Kooser Clayton and Star T. J. Minner & Son Diamond Brand Shoes Worh Shoes Grocery Department
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