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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1909
Page
3
Flossie Devine, 19, daughter of well to do parents, was taken into custody in Marshalltown on a vagrancy charge after wandering with several male companions. Her parents had been searching for her, and she wept in court when told of their concern.
While raising the foundation of the interlocking plant Harvey Taylor a young Northwestern railway employee was struck on the head by a falling jack and sustained a serious skull fracture. He regained consciousness and was moved by street car to Dr Templetons office for treatment.
An accident left a man with a skull fracture as he lay in a hole arranging materials for hoisting foundation work. Prompt medical attention was provided after the injury occurred.
Mr M Rommer from the department of agriculture of the Russian government spent Saturday at the college examining corn growing and the use of ensage.
The junior editor W. O. Payne of the Nevada Representative is confined to his home with a mild typhoid fever. Though never very sick, his condition keeps him from work as the thermometer rises, and well wishes are offered for a quick cure.
Floyd Horton tried to teach H L Munn to drive Fred Munns Buick Tuesday. The car damaged front tire and a sprung axle, a blown tire and a crooked hitching post appeared as Floyd fell and sprained his shoulder while Mr Munn avoided injury.
George Moquin a former Ames musician and band director died in Seattle on August 9 from heart trouble. Known as Short he was a painter by trade and a skilled musician who built musical ties in Ames before leading a band in Fort Steilacoom Washington until illness. He was born French Canadian and raised in Hens Falls New York where a brother and other relatives remain.
Dr. H. Murphy of Warsaw Opie fills the vacancy in veterinary science left by Dr. Madson. A University of Ohio graduate, he earned top marks on the state board examination while twenty candidates failed. He begins September 1 as assistant professor teaching physiology sanitary science and meat inspection.
Local crowd seeks sensational carnival gossip as festivities arrive. Reporters note discontent may slash attendance if rumors persist, with organizers denying accusations and promising larger acts to win back visitors.
A small fire at a Nevada gas plant last Saturday caused a brief blaze as an unprotected board near the chimney outlet overheated and caught fire from the stack. Firemen contained it quickly with no significant damage reported.
Homer Beedie driving a fractious team of colts collided with an interurban pole after Father Renier’s auto passed on Onondaga street near Clark Avenue. Beedie escaped with scratches and bruises, his buggy heavily damaged and a broken pole nearby. The colts were captured shortly after the incident.
From Flathead Indian Reservation official notices in Missoula Montana last week D Barker of this city received a 160 acre allotment. Burl Barker of the Club Bakery and Grocery filed for his father and himself. The veteran was allowed to register through an agent. The land is described as excellent for agriculture.
Mer Bartholomew lists upcoming performances scheduled through March with acts including The Cow Puncher Tempest and Sunshine Monte Cristo A Merry Chase William Owens Company The Man From New York The Fighting Parson The Man on the Box The Little Prospector The Leading Lady Ralph Riggs Co Lena Rivers Married in Haste The Newlyweds Montana The Price He Paid A Royal Slave The Tiger and the Lamb Lost in the Hills.
The Story County Fair Association announces premium lists and directs requests to the secretary. Dates set are September 28 29 30 and October 1, with copies available by application to the secretary.
Last Saturday the carnival company that performed in Nevada all week packed up and moved to Hagle Grove. Local residents testified the show was reputable and clean, but profits were not as strong as expected.
Si Lambert famed Cyclone fullback and last term’s senior is staying in college for a post graduate course and is expected to assist Williams as coach of the varsity squad this year.
Company C 55th I N G returned from ten days at Chariton Iowa sunburned yet hearty. They drilled daily and ate army fare while hardening muscles. The unit won wall scaling first with Slater Foster Todmen Moore and Kelso. Slater of Ames won discus. team also first on scout duty and third on patrol.
Mrs. I. E. Otto and Mrs. W. H. Grover entertained South Welch street neighbors Saturday evening. Honored families Kirkham Lerdall Allen and Cameron received ice cream and cake. Prof. Allen and Prof. Kirkham plan moves to Dakota farm and downtown, respectively. Lerdalls acquire Smith house on Ridge street and Cameron family moves to Boone street.
Mrs. W. Bradley sold the old home at the corner of Douglass and State streets to Orville Baker this week. The property is in a fine location and is expected to be improved at once.
Dave Shockley who suffered a typhoid fever attack last Wednesday was admitted to Mercy hospital in Des Moines last Saturday for close observation. This morning reports say he is on the mend, a note welcomed by friends who regard him as a decent and well liked man.
The Miracle Construction Co. started curb work at the Clark Avenue crossing on Monday and will move east along Onondaga Street during the week. Once curbing is in place they plan to start sidewalks soon.
M. L. Bowman and N. C. Nelson of Iowa State College will speak at the Marshall County Farmers Picnic at the county farm near Marshalltown on Thursday, August 26. Nelson will discuss oat experiments, while Bowman covers general agriculture. Music by the Bethel band is planned.
Rumor says Miss L. Zenorr who sold her millinery business has purchased a relinquishment of a claim about 12 miles from Mears 8 D and plans to move there soon to prove up on it.
Clyde Williams will rejoin Iowa State College in two weeks to begin coaching the Cyclone football team after starring at second base for Des Moines.
A Slater resident reports a house, barn and four or five lots sold recently for about 400 dollars. The sale illustrates a sharp slump in town property values while farm land in Story county remains high.
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