Weather, politics, and odd notes from Ames Times
A mix of local items includes William Jennings Bryan praised as a premier Democrat, census supervisor Cam Culbertson named for the district, drownings and dangerous rivers in town, talk of rain from Washington, and Walter Wellman's pole expedition chatter. An Ogden Messenger incident ends with a mad dog biting John Thompson.
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Ingden
John Thompson
Ogden Messenger
Ames
William Jennings Bryan
Ames Chautauqua
Mayor of Marengo Faces Drunkenness Charge Under Cosson Law
The article reports that under the Cosson law the mayor of Marengo is targeted for removal on a drunkenness charge. Twenty two witnesses allegedly swear the mayor was intoxicated. The piece ends with a sharp aside questioning what more money could buy if that evidence isn’t persuasive.
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Marengo
Campaign Chautauqua Work Aids Political Rise
Bryan's many campaigns for the presidency boosted his Chautauqua efforts and brought fame. Cummins' Chautauqua work likewise transformed his career and helped him gain political success.
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Bryan
Cummins
Ogden Messenger Sees Suspicions Rise Over Table Squeeze
The Ogden Messenger notes a recurring insinuation of infidelity as a man touches a woman under the table amid rumors of romantic missteps. The line cites a caution about clumsy secrecy and potential consequences for private liaisons.
Taft to Visit Des Moines on September 20
President Taft plans a Des Moines visit on September 20 with preparations underway. Local papers and vendors are invited to attend, spend money, and take seats on the platform for the event.
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Taft
Des Moines
Tariff Bill Passes Without Immediate Economic Fallout
The article notes the tariff bill's passage and claims no immediate hard times or immediate shifts in prosperity. It observes this as a historic first where tariff changes did not disrupt general prosperity, at least not yet.
Weather Break Brings Calm Effort to City
Moisture and cooler air arrive as residents hope for calmer days. The last two weeks proved trying and few maintained sang froid without frustration, marking a notable shift toward steadier temperaments.
Fate Works Against Iowa Central Division at Marshalltown
The article notes long efforts by Oskaloosa and others to move the division from Marshalltown. After a roundhouse fire near success, another portion of the round house burned this week, potentially reviving efforts for relocation.
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Iowa Central Division
Marshalltown
Oskaloosa
Round House
Potatoes and a Promise on a Dusty Iowa Farm
A boy hoeing potatoes in an Iowa farm lot is approached by a man in a fine buggy who asks what he earns for the work. The boy replies that he gets nothing if he does, and hell if he doesn’t, revealing a grim joke about effort and reward.
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Saturday Evening Post
Iowa
Bob
Cash Dowell Announces Congressional Bid in Des Moines
Cash Dowell of Des Moines declares his candidacy to succeed Capt. Hull in congress. President A. L. Urick of the Iowa Federation of Labor pledges the labor vote, signaling a shift as labor organizations no longer guarantee votes to any single candidate.
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Cash Dowell
Des Moines
Congress
Capt. Hull
Cash
A. L. Urick
Iowa Federation of Labor
Fragmentary remark on historical era remarks
A brief line notes that the present enlightened age excludes certain recognitions and suggests that awareness is limited, urging attention to overlooked historical context and perception gaps.
Thaw Sent Back to Mattewan Insane Asylum
The article criticizes the leniency given to Harry Thaw after his murder case and argues he should remain confined in the asylum if found insane. It also mocks public figures and recounts an incident involving Carrie Nation and a Bedford Iowa confrontation.
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Harry Thaw
Mattewan
Carrie Nation
Bedford
Iowa
Des Moines City Drama Partners in Vaudeville Style
Hamery and MacVicker feud over re signing in local government. The exchange is described as vaudeville and mocks city governance for Des Moines and nearby areas.
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Hamery
MaccVicker
Des Moines
MacVicker
Mac
Fortune with a Mint Penny Brings Government Recall
A man, kindly aided by a friend, acquires a newly minted penny and flaunts it in pride until a government recall exposes a design discrepancy. He declares he will keep the coin to use the money, despite the action.
Ames and Nevada Work Toward Harmony Over Events
The towns of Ames and Nevada discuss scheduling conflicts around the Harvest Home excursion and the county fair. Both sides acknowledge mutual support and aim to minimize clashing dates while fostering friendly relations.
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Nevada
Ames
Two Denison suspects attack sheriff after murder arrest
Clark and Hubbard two accused murderers at Denison assaulted Sheriff Cummings after being jailed. The sheriff was choked and cut in the mouth before guards intervened. One suspect attempted suicide by hanging with a towel. The victims were Alva Brechtel and L. C. Warner.
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Clark
Hubbard
Denison
Northwestern
Alva Brechtel
L. C. Warner
Cummings
Carroll Herald
Desire and Temptation in a Young Life Poem
The speaker recalls ripe temptations from youth including a tempting apple and flirtatious glances. He contrasts desire with restraint, mentioning a shed switch, moral paths, and a dream of pleasure and power in a sunlit day. The fragment ends amid the unfolding reflection on choices.
When You Want to Want to. a Temptation Turned Away
Edmund Vance Cook reflects on self control and temptation in Human Life. The speaker notes a plan thwarted by inner resistance, praising the momentary victory and warning of a tougher day when desire returns.
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S.y
Edmund Vance Cook
The Jumping Off Place
A satirical note on Os Hammerstein gala opera in Chicago and chorus, a South Norwalk incident where 20 young ladies spanked a pastor, Samuel Klons from Globe Arizona involved in a bogus draft and loan, a mistaken Ames man at a Chautauqua, and musings on self perception.
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Os Hammerstein
Chicago
South Norwalk
Conn
Samuel Klons
Globe, Ariz
Ames editor laments criticism and recalls Bryan visit
The Ames editor notes a contentious stance with a local signboard writer and recalls H. G. Kegley’s mention of J. Bryan at Chau Tauqua. Bryan held an informal levee at the Ames hotel, introducing himself to admirers via Parley Sheldon.
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W. J. Bryan
Chautauqua
Ames Hotel
Parley Sheldon
Bryan
Real estate transfers involving Hidy and other local owners
Property transactions listed include Abel W Hidy and others transferring lots in Jones addition Collins to Evan L Hidy for 500. George H Hidy and Ida L Hidy to Evan L Hidy for 100. J C Hidy and wife to Evan L Hidy for 50. Martha J King and husband to A J Page for 1. James McCoy and wife to C W Marvel for 1. George A Miller and wife to Adelia F Barnes for 550. sheriff sale to J F Green for 1253 30 all of Templetons addition in Nevada and other parcels. Ella Heltsrom to Nelson H Griffith 1. Sheldon referee to Jennie Fowle 900 for various parcels. B Alderman to Jennie Fowle 1. John G EB Peterson to Algernon Briley 12560 in section 2984 24. John W Cleveland to Lillian C Hostetter 1 for sw se section 7 83 21. L Wilson to Jane and Mary A Lucas for west part of lot 2 in west one half sw section 4 83 24. A P Cronk to J N Bossout 600 for lot 3 in ne section 21 82 23.
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Abel W. Hidy
Evan L. Hidy
Jones
Collins
George H
Ida L. Hidy
J. C. Hidy
E. L. Hidy
Martha J. King
A. J. Page
F. C. Warrick
J. F. Green
Templetons
Nevada
Bailsr Town Lot and Land Company
Fitchpatrick
Parley Sheldon
Jennie Fowle
Lincoln Street
Ames
B. Alderman
John G. EB. Peterson
Algernon Briley
Whiskers Time Brings Familiar Faces Back in Season
A playful verse recalls whiskers season when friends and neighbors reappear with familiar looks. It mentions a Dowie lookalike and a bank cashier among returning past acquaintances, then wistfully longs for spring to erase the facial growth. The page also advertises Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea with testimonials by J. B. Cavern and J. E. Cagwin.
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Hollister
Rocky Mountain Tea
J. E. Cagwin
Too Dry for Corn in Past Week Across State
A week of hot dry weather left most of the state unusually dry with temperatures 5 to 10 degrees above normal. Rain was uneven, aiding corn in some north regions while central and southern areas saw drought impacts on corn, pastures, and potatoes.
PURE ICE SAVES LIVES AND MACHINE PRODUCED ICE
An article notes the ice shortage spurred interest in artificial ice production. Natural ice risks contamination from polluted ponds and lakes in growing cities, prompting health boards to monitor ice used for refrigeration. Ice analysis in city labs saves lives, even if beach patrols also help.
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Boards of Health
H. H. Windsor
Popular Mechanics
Ames Rain Encourages Harvest Progress Across Districts
Rainfall steadied harvest earlier reports show oats and wheat yielding well in northern and central districts. Threshing and stacking continue with plowing starting in places as pastures remain dry and awaiting rain.
Pointed Paragraphs on Wit and Warning
A brunt of gender and age quips appears in short prose about judging fairness and beauty. Wit contrasts blondes and brunettes while warnings caution against friendly strangers with hidden agendas. The lines reflect common adages on experience, memory, and caution.
Music Store Ad Sells 10 Cent Sheet Music
Local ad promotes all popular sheet music at 10 cents each. Not worn out titles, old and new alike carry the same 10 cent price. Watch windows for new hits at The Music Store run by C. E. Holmes on 17th Street.
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C. E. Holmes
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Ames Times
Cam Culbertson
Knoxville
Washington
Walter Wellman
North Pole
Register and Leader
Johnson
Minnesota
Chamberlain
Keltz
Carroll
Times
Boone News-Republican
Satan
Mer
Cat Nanes
H. C. Kegley
Colo
George A. Miller
Adelia F. Barnes
College Park
Ella Heltsrom
Nelson H. Griffith
S. W. Gillilan
Bayview
Baltimore-American
J. B
Pure Ice
Abastine
Judisch
Duckworth
the Undertaker
Ingly
Busi
Ness
Ance
Thor
B. A. Lockwood Grain Co
J. M. Munsinger
Pantorium
E. M. Kooker
Story County Bank
Ames Savings Bank
Jr. Tiena Noanancite
Thi Lupo
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