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Newspaper

Ames Times

Location

Ames, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 12, 1899

Page

7

Gilles Pie declares candidacy for county sheriff

J F Gilles Pie of Nevada announces to run in the Republican county primaries for county sheriff. The statement is dated January 3, 1899.

J. F. Gilles Pie

Extra session mood grows calmer in Mississippi era

Fr Rippy and figures like Jackson day Bryan Altgeld faced verbal assaults as agitation calmed. Aguinaldo likened to Weyler, calls to muzzle or perforate him. Laura Dakota referendum law sparks litigation potential and new damphoo legislation. CepAR Rapids business leaders plan to urge congress money action. Axcurm Cox Jr. of Marshalltown left for parts unknown amid claims of boardroom excess and domestic turmoil.

Cepar Rapids Congress

Capt W M Greeley Enters Republican State Senate Race

Capt. W. M. Greeley of Ames enters the race for the Republican nomination for state senator representing the district. He has never sought office before but is viewed as a well qualified and capable candidate for the nomination.

Tue Cole Capt W. M. Greeley Ames Capt. Greeley

Boone Daily News Sold to Mr Carter of Perry

The Boone Daily News changes hands with Editor Hulinger selling to Mr Carter from Perry and ex County Auditor Olson of Boone. The paper should thrive if the city supports it and Boone’s population backs a strong daily edition.

Boone Daily News Hulinger Carter Perry Olson Boone

Sheriff Candidate Olson Hinted From Roland in 1899

A 1899 start notes rising business activity and post office receipts signaling prosperity. Mr. Car Olson of Roland is mentioned as a strong sheriff candidate in the upcoming contest. Bryan launches another attack accusing the United States of stealing the Philippines.

Car Olson Roland

Des Moines Feud Over Court House Site Commented

Boone Daily News reports Barnot Hullinger sold Carter the Daily and then assaulted him. The text suggests Des Moines mismanages the audiorium scheme and fights over the new court house location, often failing at each step.

Des Moines Court House

Miller Sells Half Interest in Boone Democrat

Mike Miller sells a half interest in the Boone Democrat to John R. Herron who has served with the paper for eight years. The Times wishes prosperity to the new firm and its strengthened operation.

Mike Miller Boone Democrat John R. Herron the Times

Marital Rules Spark Debate Over Greece and Congress

The write up notes Greece bans bachelors from its lower house while in another country a man with three wives has been elected to the lower house. It questions how one man can please all voters amid conflicting marriage standards.

Greece Congress

Chronicle chronicle of gold standard stance in 1896 era

The Chicago Chronicle, a young paper then aligned with the Republican side after acquiring the Times Herald, shifted to support the gold standard during the 1896 free silver crisis. It stood against Bryanism and 16 to 1, establishing itself as a leading U S daily.

Chicago Chronicle The Democracy Kovhlsat Times-Herald Chicago Chronicle United States

Political race notes and local campaign plans from Isle

The piece notes True Rock Island in the fast mail race and record time this week. It lists Fred E. Hanson of Howard township as a candidate for superintendent of schools. It mentions Captain W M Greeley of Ames as a state senate candidate and lauds his honesty and ability. It also advertises Shilohs Consumption Cure and Karls Clover Root Tea with prices and refund guarantees offered by H D Miller.

True Rock Island Fast Mail Fred E. Hanson Howard Township

Dear Sirs Request Restock of Syrup Pepsin Laxative

A dated 1898 letter from Mrs. W. D. Crandall praises Syrup Pepsin as a superior laxative and seeks an additional 40 oz bottle. The ad notices rent for a blacksmith shop near the Lockwood elevator, Maple City Self-Washing Soap claim, and J. J. Grove selling laundry soap.

St. James, Mo W. D. Crandall

Prolific Health Ads and Notes From The Boone Republican

The Boone Republican resumes daily publication after prior attempts. Advertisements promote Electric Bitters for health, Bucklen’s Arnica Salve, Steery Eye Flour, Wheat O, Dr Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin, and various medical notices. Local doctors Dr B F Winsett and Dr W E Winserrt announce practice availability in Story County Bank area on Tuesdays.

B. F. Winsett Nevada Story County Bank W. E. Winserrt

Local Sales and Offers from Adams Bros and Others

Bigelow and Smith clear sale for forty days. Adams Bros invites celebration of opening year with value. Maine City Self-Washing Soap advertised for whitening clothes and color retention. J J Grove lists items for sale by mover. J J Kegley seeks inquiries about yearling hens pullets and cockerels. Letts' offers picnic hams at 6c per lb. Tilden Bros. Co. promotes a $9.75 suit with corn deal.

Maple City J. J. Grove Maine City

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