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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1902
Page
2
Closing out sale by Thomas Rowland at his former farm two miles south west of Ames, including 8 horses and 3 mares plus 9% milch cows, 50 shoats, farm implements and furniture. Lunch by Congregational Ladies Aid Society of Kelley. Terms: cash under 5 and credit 12 months at 6 percent, 3 percent off for cash. No removal until terms met.
The undersigned will sell at his residence on the Frank Graves place near Ames on Wednesday January 8 1902 at 10 oclock a m the following property 16 head of spring lambs 1 span of gray horses 11 years old roan mare 8 years old sorrel driving mare 10 years old 1 span bay mares 12 years old year ling filly two year old gelding 3 suckling colts bay mare 3 years old weight 1100 gelding 8 years old weight 1200 mare 3 years old weight 1300 7 cows 2 fresh and others fresh span 4 steer calves coming 1 year old 2 red bull calves 12 head of hogs 10 fall shoats 3 wagons sled hay rack corn harvester binder mower feeder 2 plows 2 cultivators disc harrow corn shelter buggy watering tank 3 section drag 2 sets double harness corn fodder and corn in crib 9 dozen chickens Royal range heating stove wardrobe washing machine etc Lunch will be served on ground Terms Sums under 5.00
An offer states cash sums over a threshold will be issued an approved note bearing 7 percent interest with 2 percent off for cash. The note is described in a brief, formal offer.
Ducks and geese thrive on grass with no grain. Cooked food fattens chickens faster than raw due to easier digestion. Soft feed should not be thrown on the ground. When confined, scatter grain among litter for scratching. Avoid close confinement as it harms poultry health. Hatch eggs from healthy stock for winter success. Roaming fowls stay healthier by better digestion and necessary grit. With medicine in water, starve birds briefly to aid swallowing.
The London Tyburn gallows saw its final permanent execution on November 7 1783 with John Austin condemned for highway robbery with violence. Tyburn’s three post structure hosted open galleries until crowds and disgrace led to moving executions to Newgate in December 1783 where ten people were hanged.
A London Graphic correspondent recounts a tiny bank note card measuring 2 by 2 inches. One side repeats the words Two pence, the other shows the amount in words and figures along the border. It bears I promise to pay the bearer on demand twopence By order of the Corporation of the City of New York Feb 20 1790 D Phoenix City Treasurer.
A Chicago Post remark notes that marriages may be arranged by heaven but now fade faster, quipping that unions bought at the heavens’ shop are of cheaper quality and less durable than in the past.
A Washington Star quip questions who says the unexpected happens and suggests the speaker is likely an attache of the weather bureau. The remark playfully links weather forecasting to surprising events.
A fragmentary Philadelphia Record item notesBlobbs-Jie opting to fight rather than eat and mocks Slobs-Prognacious. It mentions a London housing practice selling homes with or without furnishings and fittings.
A New York Herald item describes a simple illusion with two glasses of claret and water. By placing a card between inverted glasses the lighter claret rises while the heavier water descends, creating a red rose effect and a striking red over white contrast before the liquids switch places.
A visiting Virginia horse breeder in New York claims an infallible catarrh cure. He prescribes dissolving alumina in cider vinegar as a gargle and dipping a feather in vaseline to insert in the nostrils nightly. He asserts relief within a week and cure with continued use. Source: New York Mail and Express.
The ad claims long life comes from healthy organs and destroying germs. Electric Bitters are said to regulate stomach liver and kidneys purify the blood improve appetite and aid kidney troubles female complaints nervous disorders constipation dyspepsia and malaria with vigorous health as a result. Priced at 50 cents and guaranteed by L M Bosworth druggist.
A fire discovered around 3 45 pm in the hospital at the college started from a defective flue off the hot air furnace in the basement. Student Mr Bur nett, recently ill with smallpox, alerted authorities and campus residents helped suppress the blaze. The Ames fire company arrived quickly but the campus hose protected most damage. Repairs estimated at about one hundred dollars. quarantine for the patient was restored after cleanup.
Mrs J P Martin died at her Nevada home Monday night after four days with appendicitis. She was well known in Ames as a former visitor and Eastern Star member. Survived by husband stepson Charles and young son Lester. Funeral held at her late home with many friends from Nevada and Ames attending.
Sidney W. Stevens and Sadie Underwood wed last evening at 8 in the bride’s parents home in Ames. Rev. H. Seccombe officiated with about sixty guests and a bridal party that entered to the wedding march. The couple will visit Des Moines briefly then reside in Albion, Michigan.
State meeting resolutions praise Dr. W M Beardshear elected president of the National Educational Association and urge Iowa teachers to attend the N E A meeting. They express confidence in Iowa State College Ames University Iowa City Cedar Falls institutions and call for generous state funding to match top national schools.
The Beggar Prince Company will be seen at the opera house Thursday evening to warm reception from theatregoers. Critics praise the farce comedy company for its wholesome style and family friendly entertainment, led by Wade and Martin.
A shopper reports using Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin for a cold and claims it kept them free from every cold last winter. The product is sold by L M Bosworth and described as a great remedy and a perfect laxative.
The community mourns as Imogene Fincham, ten, dies at home of Mr and Mrs B F Fincham near Gilbert Station after illness and an appendectomy. A bright, beloved daughter and budding pianist, she died Sunday after a funeral led by Rev Dunt with many relatives and friends in attendance at Gilbert cemetery.
The Ministerial Association schedules a Week of Prayer starting Sunday January 5 with union services at six churches. Each day features a different church and leader with distinct subjects and revivals to follow, inviting all faiths and nonbelievers to attend at 7:30 p.m. nightly.
A short funeral service led by Rev F D Ferrall at the cemetery on Sunday December 29 1901 honored James Phineas Green a former Ames resident born 1839 near Princeton Illinois. He died December 28 1901 aged 62 with two sisters three uncles surviving and remembered as a kind neighbor and devoted friend.
Mrs L Brooks Vincent presents A Trip to Alaska a 300 view colored stereopticon show with illustrated songs at the high school auditorium on Monday evening January 6 admission 15 cents for school children 25 cents for adults suitable for educators parents and pupils of the public school.
Daily use by readers seeking relief from burns scalds cuts bruises and ulcers. Claims include fever sores eruptions boils and felons along with corn and wart removal and piles. Advertised as best pile cure and priced at 25 cents at L M Bosworth's drug store.
Gro Roberson advertises stove repairs furnished for any stove made with prompt service and repair options.
The Ames Times outlines a year of local prosperity with more brick walks and street work than before. It lists new buildings and estimated costs, noting estimates may have small errors but overall activity and spending rose in Ames alongside national gains.
Amusement notes announce the Beggar Prince Comic Opera Company performing tonight with Miss Etta Morris and Mr E Huntington in lead comedy roles. The troupe includes Eloise Covey Effie George F W Cleveland Jack Leslie and J B Jackson with a capable chorus amid a polished production by William Lytell as it tours after years on the road.
A Decatur resident, Geo F Benedict, credits Dr Caldwell's Syrup Persin with recovery from alleged Bright's disease after a three month illness. He states food stayed down after one bottle and the rumor faded. He continues to recommend the product to others, noting full confidence. Sold by L M Bosworth.
Real estate loans advertised by Story County Bank offer payment on any interest pay day with the option to pay any amount on any day. No commission is charged on these loans and the lender promises to take up existing loans to reduce the rate.
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