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Newspaper

Ames Times

Location

Ames, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 29, 1907

Page

7

Guarantee offers replacement for worn knitted waists

Advertisement promises two knitted underwaists with a three month guarantee. If a hole appears in one or both within three months the manufacturer will replace them at no charge, no extras.

Fire alarm causes mass evacuation but no blaze found

Last Monday morning the fire whistle sent residents scrambling to high ground after lightning struck electric light wires near Milo Manning's home. Fire crews arrived to no visible flames. A second Dunham residence alarm failed to trigger. the blaze was smothered and no damage occurred. Prof Bartholomew and family to reside on Hoggatt street with late congratulations from The Times.

Milo Manning Milo Dunham

Bartholomew C E Bartholomew Weds Edith Carte in Chicago

Friends learned Prof. C E Bartholomew wed Edith Irene Carte of Dixon Indiana in Chicago on August 8 1907. The couple planned to settle in this city after the ceremony as Bartholomew returned to help his parents move into a new home on Hoggatt Street.

Bartholomew Carte C. Edgar Bartholomew Benedict Bart C. E. Bartholomew Mr.Bartholomew Chicago Mies Edith Irene Carte Dixon, Inl E. Bartholomew Hoggatt

Chamberlain's remedy helps sick child after three doctors

Mrs B J Joneston of Linton Mississippi credits Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy with her ailing child’s rapid improvement after three doctors failed. The product is sold by Judisch Bros.

Chamberlain B. J. Joneston Linton, Miss Judisch Bros

Ames motorists cause minor collision on West Walnut Street

A group of automobilists from Ames attempted stunts on West Walnut Street and nearly struck an iron post before a Capital office. The post held, the machine suffered damage, owned by E Horton of Ames who denied the Des Moines trip and noted the car had been in storage for weeks.

Capital Ames West Walnut Street E. Horton Horton Des Moines

Chamberlain’s Stomach and Liver Tablets Ad

Detroit man praises Chamberlain’s Stomach and Liver Tablets for restoring appetite easing bloating and promoting satisfactory bowel movement Popular 25 cent price samples free Judisch Bros retail

Chamberlain J. H. Seitz Detroit Mich Judisch Bros

Spirit Call and Club Notices From the Boston Transcript

A poetic piece titled The Spirit Call appears with social and club notices. It notes the M. E. Missionary Society, Laura Chapter OBE S, and multiple civic and church groups meeting on set dates at homes or halls. Social items include the annual Y Beta banquet, upcoming PEO meetings, and vacation recollections shared by members, with plans and speakers outlined.

Unity Club The Missionary Society of the Samanta National Church

Pianist and Teacher Op Piano Playing

Miss Kersey studied at the State University School of Music in Lincoln Nebraska for two years and at Iowa College School of Music in Grinnell for three years. She also studied with Rossetter G Cole Fannie L Gwinner Cole and Elwood A Emery in Chicago for two years and with Calvin B Cady in Boston in private lessons and Summer Normal for teachers. She spent one year at the Chicago Conservatory of Music and teaches advanced pupils as well as beginners inviting prospective students to confer.

Kersey State University School of Music Lincoln Neb Iowa College School of Music Grinnell Iowa Rossetter G. Cole Fannie L. Gwinner Cole Elwood A. Emery Fine Arts Chicago Calvin B. Cady Boston Chicago Conservatory of Music Miss Kersey

Ames Girls Win Out In State Fair Cooking Contest

At the state fair girls cooking contest nine contestants competed in the women's rest room. Florence Dunham of Ames won first prize $100, Margaret Gray of Ames second $50, Velda Wilson third $25. Judge was Mrs. J. A. McLean. Contest directed by Miss Mary Rausch and Miss Luella Kilbourne.

Ames Florence Dunham Margaret Gray Velda Wilson C. F. Curtiss Curtiss Mary Rausch Luella Kilbourne Fort Dodge J. A. McLean The Agricultural College of Colorado State Fair Grounds Howard Vaughan Marion Carl N. Kennedy Ankeny J. A. Hasbrouck Humeston Willis Lynes Plainfield Y. M. C. A. Association

Contestants Bake Biscuits and Steak for Scholarships

Contestants mixed a tin of biscuits and cooked porterhouse steak then wrote their method reasons while a large crowd observed. Prizes awarded as scholarships to Iowa State College.

Iowa State College

Harvest Home Excursion At Iowa State College Planned

The board of trustees decided to hold the Harvest Home Excursion to the college as in years past. The two cent fare law may affect train rates, but the annual homecoming and picnic will occur on two days. Exact date not set, likely late September.

Iowa State College Poage Pittsburg Baxter Iowa E. B. Tuttle Wilkensburg Ames Mary Massure M. L. King Milwaukee Board of Trustees Western Passenger Association la Crosse Wis N. E. Hansen Brookings Dora Pammel Prof Pammel Prof. Hansen Hansen

M E Church Contract Let for New Edifice

The Methodist Episcopal executive board accepted John R. Gier of Conrad Iowa for a $34594 bid to build the new church. Existing materials will be credited at new material prices, with an estimated $1500 savings on bricks and lumber. Construction starts after material arrival. heating plant glasswork and seating are not included.

The Methodist Episcopal Church John R. Gier Conrad Iowa

Local College Notes and Alumni News from Ames

Updates from the Ames college include a lecture on Good Roads by Prof. MacDonald to the Iowa Rural Letter Carriers convention in Des Moines. New department head Miss Alice Dynes Feuling arrives from Peoria and changes in faculty, marriage news, travel, and a tragedy near the history department.

T. H. MacDonald Des Moines Iowa Alice Dynes Feuling Peoria Mabel Z. Keith Gertrude Mereness Bernice Johnson N. J. Kissick Oskaloosa Edith Redmond Margaret Jones Ames Great Falls Wyo H. P. Baker Fannie Wilson C. F. Curtiss Harper Charles City

Curran's Retort and Curran vs Judge Robinson

Lord Brougham cites the famed courtroom exchange between John Philip Curran and Justice Robinson as the era’s finest repartee. Curran quips about law books and authors, while the judge warns of possible commitment. The attempt to disbar Curran ends unsuccessfully.

Curran Justice Robinson John Whilpot Curran Lord Brougham Robinson

Not the Store He Meant

A husband sulks over shopping bills while his wife woos him to restore harmony at home. She reminds him of their courting days and future bliss, but he retorts that her remark hints at no department store.

Dearie Boston Courier

A Queer Argument on Pronunciation and Eloquence

The London Academy argues that distinctive pronunciation in public speaking is a pardonable fault. It notes that in vast cathedrals and halls with unusual acoustics certain syllable patterns carry sound better, and using a ruse to achieve effect harms no one.

London Academy

Stingy compliment at party sparks chatter

Clara recalls Mr Feath erley praising her as one of the most beautiful young ladies at the party. Ethel confirms noticing Clara among the crowd, in a London Mail style aside.

Clara

Read Letter Day Echoes Through Narrow Times

A Norristown Times snippet reflects on letters and daily news as a pretty girl notes every day is a read letter day, framing the scene with a gentle observer’s voice about correspondence and moments.

Norristown Times

Fortune's Unpredictable Events Warn of Human Limits

A brief aphorism notes that the twists of fate defy human safeguard, underscoring the limits of mortal foresight and control.

Hoggett's Condition Deteriorates, Witte Reports

A letter from Supt. EAL E. Witte to Mrs. Susan Hoggett describes John B. Hoggett as increasingly excited and delusional. The note notes a minor forehead injury from a fall but emphasizes the incurable nature of his disease and that no curative changes are expected, with updates to follow if his condition shifts.

John Hoggatt Supt Witte Clarinda Susan Hoggatt Mr. Hoggatt John B. Hoggatt Eal E. Witte

Sermons Mark College Year Opening at Ames Churches

At morning service Pastor W J Minehin preaches An Ancient Students Struggle to welcome the new college year Prof H G Bell will sing at the morning service In the evening the series Facing Life's Obligations begins with Facing Your Religious Obligations.

W. J. Minehin H. G. Bell

First Baptist Church Announces September Sermon and Activities

Walter I. Fowle pastor leads 9:45 Bible school 11:00 sermon and 3:00 Junior Union at the First Baptist Church. 6:30 B Y P A consecration meeting led by Floyd Nash with 7:30 patriots themed sermon The Devil's First Lieutenant. Mrs Mable Harris sings a solo. All welcome.

First Baptist Church Walter I. Fowle Floyd Nash Mable Harris

Church announces services and programs

Church of Christ led by H D Williams schedules Bible school at 9 45 a m morning sermon at 11 00 a m and 7 30 p m evening sermon titled Walking Circumspectly and Christ and the Laboring Man Laboring men and women invited Young people meet at 6 30 p m

Bible School Christ

Methodist Episcopal Church events in Ames

Andrew M Shea pastor. Services at the Armory 9 45 a m Sunday school 11 00 a m sermon reception of members Our Mission 6 30 p m Epworth League Subject The Divine Call Leader Maude Ageton 7 30 p m Sermon Subject Purpose Evening services begin earlier from Sept 1 All students without a church home or whose denomination lacks representation are invited to worship with us.

Methodist Episcopal Church Andrew M. Shea Armory Epworth League Divine Call Maude Ageton Churches of Ames

St. John's Episcopal Church Sermon on Christ's Instruction

Herbert A. Wilson rector leads Holy Communion at 11 a m with a sermon on Christ's instruction to his disciples concerning the Scribes and Pharisees. Sunday School occurs before morning service.

ST. John's Episcopal Church Herbert A. Wilson Christ

U B Church Posts Sunday Services and Meeting

The U B Church announces regular Sunday services next Sunday. A quarterly business meeting is set for 8 p.m. Tuesday with Pastor Rev J W Stiverson presiding.

U. B. Church J. W. Stiverson

A Word to Cup Shooters

The article urges club members to assess their contribution to the gun club over the past year and strive to grow the sport. It notes the cup shoot boosts interest, asks who is eligible, and reminds readers to follow the rules to remain eligible for future cups.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Jamestown Semmons Dry D Foods Store Lillian Barker Beetle Boston Transcript M. E. Missionary Society Laura O. BE. S Masonic Hall Marion Rebekah Lodge No. 108 Odd Fellows Hall Society of the Baptist Church Aid Society of the Baptist Church Civic Improvement Society Missionary Society of the Christian Church Ladies Aid Society of the Methodist Church Ladies Aid Meng Christian Church Home Missionary Aos Oe Methodist Church Priscella Club Y Beta Girls Florence Willey George Hultz Hoggatt St Kathryn van Epps May McKernon St. Paul Jennie Loretta Williams Gibson Leland J. H. Williams Bertha M. Kersey Judge Lee’s Mutual Harvest Home Excursion M. E. Church Church House of Worship Norman J. Kissick Arkansas Department of Agriculture Nature Axionicus Church OF Christ H. D. Williams
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