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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1903
Page
3
The store announces a week long sale to clear stock before annual inventory. Items include Ladies Fleeced Lined Shoes 1.65 and 5.85, Box Calf Shoes 1.90, Wrappers and Flannel Shirt Waists, Lace Curtains 25 percent off, Mens Flannel Shirts 2.50 and 1.00, Heavy Fleeced Shirts 1.00, Laundried Dress Shirts 1.00 and 65c, plus Telescopes and Suit Cases at deep discounts.
Mrs Caroline Muellenbach Emmet of Ames and Chicago died in San Antonio Texas on Jan 1 1903 at age 37. She leaves three daughters Lillian Martha and Erma a father Mr Peter Emmel a sister Mrs L H Pammel and several siblings. Funeral held at St John’s Episcopal church conducted by Rev Allen Judd with relatives from Harvey Illinois in attendance.
Residents of Kelley Ames and Jefferson share New Year celebrations and visits. Mrs Hayes visits Des Moines while Rooney wedding plans unfold. literary society forms at No 7. Families host oyster roasts box socials and surprise anniversaries as neighbors gather for fellowship and meals.
The farm department of the college requests corn and straw and offers payment at the highest market price. The notice continues with details on submission and timing.
A Washington Star piece explains flag half mast rules at the Capitol. It notes half mast signals deaths of top officials or presidential proclamations and outlines how Congress and the executive interact over this practice. The article discusses procedural norms, adjournment rituals, and a tense question of presidential authority over Capitol staff and building control.
The third annual stock judging short course and second year grain judging and winter dairy courses opened Monday at the college. Sheep and corn judging run in shifts from eight to twelve, with Prof. Kennedy in charge and assistants including Fr. Marshall and Mr. Dobson. Enrollment stood at 278 with a forecast total near 400 as students travel from coast to coast to study stock, corn, and horses.
Weather prophecies warn that a long smoldering wick signals bad weather while a quick extinguish indicates fair days. Twelve days after Christmas foretell the next year’s months by daily signs, including snowflake size and animals’ behavior, with clouded nights and sun drawing water predicting rain next day.
Colonel James Rush Lincoln forwards to Adjutant General Byers the Ames cadet officers for 1903. The list names majors, captains, first lieutenants and adjutants from multiple counties and states with commissions to follow from the Adjutant General's office.
Winter and Miss Charlotte Cooper were married at the Congregational parsonage in Ames on December 20 at 8 p m Rev C H Seccombe officiating The couple both known in Ames with Mr Winter a longtime resident and they will continue to reside in Ames
We express appreciation for the kindness shown by friends in the loss of our daughter and Peter Emmel, Rupert Emmel, L. H. Pammel and wife.
A brief set of corn cures from the St. Louis Republic outlines three cheap methods. One uses cold damp linen and bed rest to soften the skin so the corn can be cut away. another suggests a bread crust with vinegar. the third advises onion soaked in vinegar applied as a compress. The article notes barefoot prevention and proper shoe fit.
The ruby is described as a primitive spinel form first seen as eight sided like a diamond. Its color is pigeons blood and its hardness ranks second only to sapphire among corundums. Its reflective powers inspired ancient beliefs that it could emit light and blaze through clothing.
At the home of the bride’s parents Mr. and Mrs J W Courtney the wedding of their daughter Miss Margaret Courtney to Mr Calvin Fuller of Dolliver Iowa took place Rev Dunton of Gilbert officiating Fuller is new to the community but well recommended Their many friends wish them a long and happy life.
Ames Iowa adopts Ordinance 135 to charge transient merchants a daily license from 1 to 2500 dollars, set by the mayor. It defines transient merchants as those selling without a fixed place or traveling to dwellings to take retail orders. Violators face up to 50 dollars fine, jail until paid, and the measure takes effect after publication.
The city of Ames Iowa schedules a February 10 1908 election to decide extending corporate limits to annex western parts of sections 4 and 9 in township 83 north range 24 west. All qualified electors within the city and proposed annex area may vote from 8 a m to 6 p m with polls at Ames city hall. 36-44 Pardey Sheldon.
Centuries old thumb nail pictures are shown in collections in China and Japan. Artists grow the thumbnails to extreme lengths then trim them to a pen point and sketch with vermilion or sky blue inks. Master works can be life size and are mounted like scrolls for display.
A witty exchange unfolds as Mr Micawber ponders love and lobster salad asking if the critic applies to the plate or to his wife Mrs Micawber. The humorous clash centers on affection and the disagreeable nature of beloved things.
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