16 Feb 1899
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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1899
Page
1
Several residents announce their bids for sheriff of Story County subject to Republican primaries. J F Gillespie from Nevada, J A McKee from Cambridge, CC W Bal, and Geo Child from Nevada submit filings in early 1899 and 1898. The notices reflect party primary influence on the race.
Local notices list multiple candidates for county and state offices in the Republican primaries. W. E. Goss Ma. Barrow Meyer Brandying J. A. Pitchpatrick W. M. Greeley and others announce runs for superintendent and state offices subject to primary decisions. County Central Committee to meet in Nevada to set primary date.
A fragmented listing shows decorative items and accessories for sale including tea sets and berry sets with various prices. Also mentioned are water sets and ladies shoes, with unclear origins and amounts.
The piece notes support for an early primary with candidates Sro Cummins and others flirting with hustling strategies. It recalls reception for Judge Hubbard in Washington and criticizes Gen Miles while praising Sheriff candidates Curt Wood and C W Ear of Nevada as contenders in Story County primaries.
Carr Geo Child of Nevada is nominated for sheriff by The Times. Capt. Child is a veteran and longtime Story County settler who has served as deputy sheriff for four years. He is widely known and, if elected, would fill the office to the satisfaction of all.
J. J. Atkinson addresses the Story County Farmer Institute, arguing farming is a complex business driven by science and planning. He urges using soil science, crop rotation, and moisture conservation to maintain fertility and profitability, noting that crops remove large amounts of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potash and that knowledge from chemists guides practice.
A sales notice invites readers to buy affordable watches offered by a seller urging calls to view the collection and close a deal, signing off as a business seller.
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