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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1909
Page
2
The Ames Times notes paving talks are postponed until winter and criticizes current public works urgency. It mentions a pardon denial for Rainsburgess, and headlines about cyclones killing six in Arkansas. Also mentions Teddy Roosevelt’s March joke, his Africa voyage plans, Des Moines salt usage on tracks, and Buffalo’s reaction to Des Moines government reform ideas.
Representative Charley Miller of Bremer county remains engaged in a long running dispute with doctors that began two to three years ago. The public feud continues to draw attention as Miller presses his stance against the medical community.
Des Moines Public Safety Superintendent John L. Hamery testifies that after personal examination he can swear that Gertrude Hoffman who performed Salome at Fosters last week wore tights.
A thief stole all vegetables from the Old Women’s Home garden in town. Villagers condemn the act and note limited local harvests while contrasting it with Houston’s stance on the Galveston brand.
A humorous note from the Oxkla. Marshall Tribune describes H. D. Hearns calf visiting the office on Wednesday evening, a lighthearted moment reported by the newspaper.
George F. Parker presents the first authentic story of the campaign that re elected him president. Prof M A Rosanoff details alcohol effects with mathematical precision. A J Conant discusses painting Lincoln. T R MacMechen surveys Roosevelt's hunting grounds in South Africa. James L Ford reviews Our National Stage and Mrs Humphry Ward continues Marriage a la Mode. Short stories include Bibi Steinfelds Hunting and The Reformation of Jack Ketch among others.
Roy L. McCardell in the Chicago Daily News contrasts the overworked ideal worker with the potato figure in a critique of valuing labor and worthlessness. The piece uses domestic life to mock pretensions and celebrate the unsung labor of family members, especially those who stay or care at home.
A 1909 piece honors Abraham Lincoln on the centennial of his birth, noting Congress and the president declared a legal holiday for Washington DC and territories. It extols Lincoln’s character, leadership, and enduring moral lessons, urging future national policy guided by his example and empathy.
A mixed page item combines a small ledger balance from February 1908, with notes of receipts and payments to the treasurer Parley Sheldon, then shifts to a string of short humorous quips and ad-like lines about marriage, labor, and advice. The tone alternates between financial record and familiar newspaper humor.
The speaker in Denver notes Bryan would stand for the presidency in four years if urged by the nation. Critics say another figure believes the country is calling him, though the claim is widely disputed. Official canal work reports reveal rapid activity: a ton of coal burned every two minutes, rock and gravel torn away every minute, dynamite exploded hourly, and labor costs totaling $124 per minute.
A critic mocks a bill on newspaper advertising and urges a single four year meeting for ten days, calling it a historic but impractical legislative plan and ridiculing the idea of extended sessions.
The Kansas legislature enacted a prohibition measure that eliminates druggists permits and physician prescriptions, allowing wine sales only for communion use. The reform is described as a substantial concession.
A Sunday night report describes a second assault by Black individuals on a white woman in Ottumwa. The previous victim Miss Rosen was murdered and Mrs Johnson was badly mutilated in the related case, with no fatalities yet in the second incident. Authorities vow to stop the violence though efforts are strained.
By a 12 to 6 committee vote the suppression of intemperance panel backs resubmission. The measure goes to the House to decide if voters will again be asked to approve the prohibition amendment. A tough fight is foreseen with resubmissionists favored in the House but not clearly in the Senate.
The Houston Post reports on mounting tensions over annexation plans for Galveston. Officials and residents spar over city growth, boundaries, and fiscal impact as debate sharpens in public meetings and local forums.
The Times embraces a fearless stance on confronting fear and safety, signaling a willingness to explore difficult themes and truths even when the path is unseen or challenging. The piece underscores resilience and a call to face the night with resolve.
A poem fragment recalls a soggy town as rain is replaced by mud. The narrator notes wet scenes from window sills and a drifting dray horse tumble, maintaining the refrain that it is not raining rain to me.
A red and white cow with horns is claimed at Geo. Buck farm on Route A 1 south of Ames. Owner may recover by proving property and paying costs. 43-3.
Annual report of the Treasurer of Independent School District of Ames Iowa for the year ending February 27 1909. Teachers Fund balance on hand February 27 1909 presented with financial details and totals for the period.
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