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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1912
Page
2
The Ames Times discusses a potential Des Moines River navigation improvement, noting river volume sufficient for a large steamer and the need for political support. It cites government engineers evaluating the project and argues for nonpartisan backing to benefit central Iowa, with possible regional economic gains.
A garbled paragraph describes an incident involving a local figure accused of neglect and improper behavior. The text mentions a direct quote about treatment and a public reaction, with little coherent detail beyond the accusation and a cited minister.
Local residents push a sibitarium and aged home as a public enterprise. The Times will reach 1000 to 1500 non subscribers this week. Readers urged to send in names or phone in. Subscriptions cost one dollar a year and are described as worthwhile.
A Marshall Oklahoma man shot his father in the throat with real bullets four times, nearly killing him. The incident shocked locals as authorities investigate the motive and circumstances surrounding the attempted homicide.
The Des Moines Commercial club asks Northwestern GM Dick Ashton to run an early morning shopping train for Des Moines. The Ames Commercial club did not ask him to bring a similar shopping train for Ames.
General James B Weaver of Colfax died at his daughter's Des Moines home on Tuesday from acute indigestion. A prominent Iowa figure, he campaigned for president in 1880 on the Greenback ticket and in 1892 on the People’s ticket, winning over a million votes. He once represented Iowa’s sixth district in Congress and was 79 years old.
The Cummins bid is described as selfish and treacherous to La Follette, weakening his national insurgent influence. The piece argues Cummins deserted for his home machine, harming the La Follette cause and leaving Iowa's organization to favor conservatism over radicalism. Sioux City Journal.
Senator Kenyon voiced support for Senator Cummins aligning with Iowa Republicans. The backing reflects obligations and gratitude for Cummins influence in shaping current positions amid party discussions.
Ames Iowa city seeks proposals for cement sidewalks to be ordered by the city council during the 1932 fiscal year. Bids due March 4 1932 at 7 30 p m with certified checks 25 09 and bond 1600. City guarantees one year repair. certificates issued for payments. right to reject bids. Published by City Clerk A B Maxwell.
Notice states the Story County Board of Supervisors established a new Kelley Precinct on January 15 2012 under state law. It defines the precinct territory in two townships with specific sections and ranges and directs interested persons to govern themselves accordingly. The notice is dated January 28 1912 and bears the official seal.
Sealed proposals to the Board of Education Ames Iowa on February 29 1912 for a clock system for a new high school and a vacuum cleaning system. Plans and specs from Proudfoot Bird Rawson Des Moines Iowa. 5 percent check and 80 percent bond required. Board may reject any bids. By order of C P Pasley secretary.
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