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Newspaper

Ames Times

Location

Ames, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 11, 1910

Page

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Chautauqua Opens at Beautiful Ames Park

The seventh Ames Chautauqua session opened with a Honolulu student prelude, a canceled Gore appearance due to land fraud probe, and an evening program by MacMurray and visiting groups. Tent tents fill the grounds as audiences enjoy water shade and lively entertainment. a disease note is given with cautious health remarks.

Chautauqua Park Honolulu Thomas P. Gore Oklahoma Muskogee Anutomobile Prof Arthur A Middle West MacMurray W. H. van Duzer W. A. McDonald J. B. Grove E. B. Tuttle Ed Rex G. W. Larson Fay Taylor O. D. Freed J. A. Warner Howard Adams Mr. Nanamaker Jas.Nisewander A. E. Lucas C. C. Deal J. N. McDowell Wes Bateman Mr Alexander John Cole Henry Hix Zenor George Graham Rev. Johnson A. Doolittle Mrs. Tinsley Emilea Jacobson A. E. Ballard L. G. Hardin Ed Rayness R W. Ball T. J. Wilson G J. Shinn John Hill Mr. Brouchard John Haverly Leslie Zumwalt George Miller J. T. Handsaker O. N. Briley T. W. Nicholas Mrs. Gutteboe W. P. George Miss Rmerson Mr. Rmerson Frank Smith Delta Phi Omega Kappa Zeta George Snook H. M. Duckworth Mr. Webster W. D W. E. Klund Wallis Ames Times

Young Farmer Injured in Wreck on Milford Farm

Chris Hall a Milford township farmer near Nevada was seriously injured Saturday while assisting a threshing crew. The wagon tongue struck his groin causing a severe wound. little hope for recovery is entertained.

Chris Hall Nevada Hall Ole Christian Milford Township

Real estate transfers list for Ames Cambridge area

Henry Fahrney and wife transfer east half to Swartz. Coover to Wells for 665. Anfinson to Simpson for 1. Harris to Schilling and McMahon for 3300. Miller to Griffith for 750. Myers to Cooper for 700. Inman to Canady for 5000. Thompson to Anfinson for 1200. Bennetham to Dunahoo for 2000. Folkins to Dunlop for 4000. Dunlop to Woodland Park for 4000. Transfers cover lots and subdivisions across Ames Cambridge and Woodland Park additions.

Henry B. Fahrney T. Swartz W. F. Coover A. A. Wells Henry Anfinson Simpson U. P Cambridge Clayton Charles Harris E. H G. F. Schilling J. L. McMahon McCallsburg Hawley D. Miller A.S. Griffith H. D R. H. Inman Walter Canady Duff Ames Charles Thompson Sarah M. Bennetham E. C Dunahoo East Indian Creek Lin Ne G. H. Folkins James N. Dunlop Woodland Park Iowa

New fountain installed in city park near southwest entrance

A new fountain was placed in the city park this week by the city. It matches the two Main Street fountains in style and sanitation, featuring uniform equipment and an electric globe atop. The Main Street pair has proven its value.

Main Street

Water Coolers Prove Useful on Busy Street

Observers note water coolers installed along a crowded street delight thirsty passersby. Though some call the device an extravagance, three out of four stopping to drink affirm their value as the hot day’s flow keeps water cold and clear.

Arrival of first car of creosoted paving blocks ends delay

The first installment of creosote paving blocks arrived last night after months of street closures. Officials blamed the delay on the block manufacturers rather than the construction company. Once the blocks are here the work should speed to completion.

City to Pave Alleys and Modernize Main Street

The city council orders paving of alleys from Duff to Kellogg between Main and Fifth as part of the ongoing civic improvements. Last year saw new sidewalks fountains and electroliers on Main Street, with plans to finish the lighting soon. Citizens urged to keep alleys clean prune trees and trim branches to complete a city beautiful.

Duff Kellogg Main Fifth Streets Main Street

Malady at Mason City Touches Local Family

Miss Elea Odell returned from Mason City where she spent weeks with friends. In her family there was a case of infantile paralysis, a sixteen year old young man among the first cases noted.

Odell

Iowa Rural Letter Carriers Meet In Ames Convention

The Iowa Rural Letter Carriers Association holds its state convention in Ames August 31 to September 1 at New Ag Hall. Officers W S Hoon and Bert B Child urge community support and present the official program featuring welcomes from Iowa State College Ames City and Story County, plus talks on better roads and mail wagons.

Iowa Rural Letter Carriers Association Ames New Ag. Hall W. 8. Hoon Bert B. Child Story County Iowa State College Elias Frey Pendleton Ind W.S. Brown R. F. D. News Washington, D. C W. R. Spilman Iowa Thos. H. McDonald Iowa Highway Commission E. F. Richey The Mail Carriers Benefit Association Fort Dodge G. Roy Wagner Harrington Mfg. Co Peoria

Mayor Gaynor Assassinated in New York Steamer Tragedy

Eyewitness reports say Mayor Gaynor was shot in the neck aboard the steamer Wilhelm as he prepared to sail to Europe. Gallagher, seized on the scene, faces later charges. the mayor’s injury is serious but not certain to be fatal.

Tornoon Giynor New York Wilhelm Europe Es Callagher Easuu Gallagher

Child Falls Into Cistern At Earl Ball Home

Theresa English four year old daughter of Mr and Mrs English fell into a cistern at the Earl Ball home on South Duff Tuesday. The cistern held about three feet of water and she suffered serious cuts to the face and mouth before Charles Gillespie who was nearby rescued her with a ladder.

Theresa English Pete English Earl Ball South Duff Chas. Gillespie

Mrs Bigelow In Critical Condition In Washington

Friends report Mrs. Saran E. Bigelow is critically ill at her daughter’s home in Puyallup Washington. An operation was attempted but conditions were too serious to proceed. Alicia Bigelow in Europe is summoned and expected to arrive August 21. A separate item notes the Cowdry daughter’s arm fracture from a horse fall.

Saran E. Bigelow Puyallup Wash Alicia Europe

Social roundup of Ames visitors and local travel

Ames residents host or travel to Des Moines Boone Marshalltown Stuart Clarion and other towns. Numerous visitors include Miss Jennie Parkhill, Miss Mildred Gaston, Miss Verna Kighmy, Mrs. T. L. Gossard, Mrs. Hugh Allen, Miss Irene Wilson, Miss Florence Brown, Miss Clara Rouser, and families touring Chautauqua and regional lakes. Local trips feature John Luke and Charley Sears to Hampton and Iowa Falls, and Prof. H. H. Kildee leading a dairy farm tour.

Jennie Parkhill Tildens Arthur Lyons Des Moines J. F. Williams Clark Avenue Frank Linebaugh Frances Mildred Gaston Boone Margaret Grey Verna Kighmy Rocky Ford Besse Passmore Ames T. L. Gossard Onawa John Lanning Boone Street Hugh Allen Martha Coffin J. C. Russell Ankeny Berwick Irene Wilson Eva Persons Marie Bechtel Glen Yeager Florence Brown John Luke Charley Sears Hampton Charley Iowa Falls Clara Rouser Maxwell Jessie Rouser Amanda Thomas Irene Sutter Chautauqua H. H. Kildee United States Chas. Raynor la Verne Minn Erwin Renier Alina Sue Cavanaugh Marshalltown Fred Renier

National Guards Leave for Camp in Wisconsin

The First Brigade Iowa National Guards has begun camp life at Sparta Wisconsin. Staff officers include Lieut Morton C Mumma Major Herman Knapp Major BE Lambert Major Frank R Fisher Major Donald Macrae Major F S Hird Major T M Stuart Jr Major H E B Hadley Lieut F G Stonigh Lieut H J Smill The 53rd 55th 56th infantry units under Cols Allen Bennett Chantland comprise companies from many towns including Des Moines Ames Waterloo Council Bluffs and Dubuque. Co C Ames left yesterday under Capt Underwood with a large list of NCOs privates and cooks joining in one of the best camps Co C has attended. The unit is described as in good shape and well hardened for camp life.

Bridgade Iowa Sparta Wis Morton C. Mumma 2Nd Cavalry H. A. Allen Des Moines Tipton Cedar Rapids Clinton Maquoketa Waterloo Manchester Independence Vinton Waukon Eagle Grove Charles City Dubuque E. R. Bennett Ames Corning Chariton Creston Winterset Council Bluffs Willisea Red Oak Knoxville Shenandoah 56Th Infantry Wm. T. Chantland Fort Dodge Boone Emmetsburg Sioux City Cherokee Mason City Webster City Carroll Sheldon Ida Grove Algona Company C F. A. Underwood T. G. Fultz C. A. Harper J. K. Kelso Ed Carpenter D. Edwards W. F. Hinz V. C Bert Dunham Ray Dunn George Eade J. Easterly Walter Eldridge Claud Fleetwood Frank Frey Clarence Gleason Elmer Greenlee Fred Greenlee Julian Kabercorn Carl Holmes Floyd Horton Willard Keltner Jesse Linse Bernard Latimer Fred Longer David Loring Ralph McConnell Guy McNeil Wm. Pool Earl Rothermel Chas. Schumaker Geo

No Cut in Bus Rates Rumor Debunked

A circulating rumor alleged a city ruling capping bus and hack fares at five cents to the Chautauqua grounds. Investigations show no action has been taken and no such restriction exists, keeping services and attendance unaffected.

No services in Ames churches next Sunday due to Chautauqua

No morning or evening church services in Ames next Sunday because of Chautauqua. Sunday program at the Chautauqua tent on August 14 includes a children's meeting led by Edith M. Nichols at 9:30, an 11:00 address by Rev. Herbert Moninger, 2:30 Virginia Jubilee Singers, 3:00 Mrs Lilla G. English Behind Prison Bars, 7:30 Virginia Jubilee Singers, and 8:00 Rev. John A. Seibert sermon.

Chautauqua Ames Edith M. Nichols Lilla G. English Virginia Jubilee Singers

Madrid Homecoming Parade Delights Madrid and Surrounding Towns

Madrid hosts a homecoming with a 21 car automobile parade from Nevada carrying 95 people and a brass band. The event blocks Main Street for 30 minutes as residents sing and welcome visitors. Homecoming dates are August 16 and 17 with festivities planned and locals praise the town’s lively spirit. Father Gollins of Dubuque replaces Father Renier. W V Ellis transfers from Chicago to Sioux City for meat inspection.

Ames Nevada Main Street Kentucky E. L. Ellis Dr. W. V. Ellis Chicago Sioux City Iowa Meat Inspection Department The Government

Mrs Milton Templeton Improves After Heel Surgery

Mrs Milton Templeton underwent surgery in Des Moines last Tuesday for a heel affection. This was her second operation on the same member. A pocket of pus was removed and she is now making good progress.

Milton Templeton Des Moines

Tuttle 99 Advances at Bell Telephone in Pittsburg

E B Tuttle 99 son of Mr and Mrs E C Tuttle has been promoted to Pittsburg as chief electrician after years with Bell Telephone Co The company kept him to avoid Purdue offer Mr and Mrs Frank Danforth rent Mrs Loud's Burnett avenue house with Mrs Loud taking rooms Also Prof A B Thompson sends Boston papers noting Taft dedication of Pilgrims monument August 6 in Provincetown Mass

E. B. Tuttle E. C. Tuttle Bell Telephone Co Pittsburg Purdue Ind Frank Danforth R. S. Loud Burnett Avenue Loud the Times Boston A. 8. Thompson Provincetown Mass Pilgrims Monument Taft

Also Mentioned on This Page

Beautiful Park Ames Chautauqua Picious Rochester N. Y Rural Carriers America O. H. Cessna Ames Commercial Club Gaynor Mrs. Bigelow Geo Cowdry Frank Rogers Stuart W. D. Meltzer Tom Thompson Clarion Mr. Meltzer Gus Martin Tilden Clothing Department Gus George Baker Fred Walkey Watertown S. Dak John Kintzley W. P. Bishop Denver Bishop Brown Bert Allen Burton Clothing Store van Chamberlain Canada Blanche Johnson Herbert E. Thompson Marshall, Mich Thompson Kate Stevens P. M. Brown K. W. Brown Big Rapids, Mich Riley Pasadena Calif Hitchcock Beaman, Iowa Longshore Margaret Longshore Gladys Ricketts Vera Saylor Marie Zenor Bernice Easterly Jane Houser Grace Cole Geo. Stayner Herman Knapp Adjutant General BE. E. Lambert Newton Quartmaster General Frank R. Fisher Donald Macrae F.S. Hird T. M. Stuart, Jr Judge Advocate H. EB. Hadley F. G. Stonigh H. J. Smill Ance Bert Moninger John A. Seibert Madrid Boone County Hast Father Qgollins Father Renier Tuttle
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