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Newspaper

Ames Times

Location

Ames, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 28, 1897

Page

3

Seven Thousand Verdict in Story County Damage Suit

A year after losing a leg in a motor collision, Little David Allen won seven thousand dollars against the motor line in Story County District Court Nevada. The trial featured attorneys Underwood Whitaker for the plaintiff and J. L. Carney and C. G. Lee for the defense. The verdict is the largest ever in the county for damages and may be appealed.

David Allen District Court Story County Nevada Underwood & Whitaker J.L. Carney Marshalltown C. G. Lee

Black 400 Performs at Ames Opera House Drawing Large Ovation

The Black 400 appeared at the Ames opera house last Thursday, drawing the largest audience in years and earning 145 dollars for the public library fund after expenses. The home talent show featured Miss Rose Rummel as interlocutor and praised the efforts of Miss Westermann and the 400 members for their voluntary work.

Opera House Ames Opera House Public Library Julia Lanning Cora Thompson Ames Library

Vernon’s Ventriloquist Entertainment at Opera House

G. R. Vernon brings ventriloquism to the Opera House for tomorrow night’s entertainment. Expected acts include his puppets and comic routines promising family friendly humor and novelty.

G. R. Vernon Opera House

McCallsburg Creamery Auction Notice

For sale at auction on Tuesday February 2 at 1 p m the McCallsburg Creamery will sell on premises to the highest bidder for cash including all stock on hand and machinery O J Soiyst Secretary Fred Schaup er President

McCallsburg O. J. Soiyst Sec’v

War time trade offer from ApAmMs Bros

The notice promotes eggs in exchange for goods from ApAmMs Bros in the wartime market. It urges buyers not to purchase hard coal until visiting B. A. Locxwoop Gran Co to compare coal quality and prices and claims to meet or beat competitors.

ApAmMs Bros B. A. Locxwoop Gran Co

Fresh oysters at Adams Bros and trusted druggists praise remedy

Merchants promote fresh oysters at Adams Bros while Perry and Cameron of Flushing swear by Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. They report it as the best cough medicine sold and consistently satisfactory, available at 25 and 50 cents per bottle through all druggists.

Perry & Cameron Flushing Mick L. M. Bosworth’s

Guaranteed salve cures skin conditions or money back

An old advertisement proclaims the best salve for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions and claims it cures piles or no pay. Sold by L. M. Bosworth with a money back satisfaction guarantee.

L. M. Bosworth

Rural meeting on creamery sale and farmer investment plans

Reports of a schoolhouse meeting led by Mr. Jones to consider selling the creamery plant. A three member committee will visit cooperative creameries for investigation and report at the next session. The text also notes various local movements and health updates.

Jones Bro. Everly Mr. Everly Board of Trustees Everly The Times Omaha Mr. J Ames

Winter's Deep Freeze Drags On In Local Township

The community endures a harsh spell with temperatures plunging to 20 below in the morning and 12 below by evening. Residents report light snowfall and ongoing chores to keep pumps thawed, while local farmers adjust routines and a wave of school and social activity continues despite the cold.

University Faculty Resolves on Athletic Debts and Privileges

The faculty unanimously approves a resolution criticizing the existing Athletic Association for failing to secure student financial support. It urges recognizing athletic teams as university representatives only after debts are settled and financial safeguards ensure no repetition of the current indebted state.

The State University

Two Lives Saved by Dr King’s New Discovery

Mrs Phoebe Thomas of Junction City Illinois credited two bottles of Dr King’s New Discovery with curing her consumption and saving her life. Thos Eggers of 139 Florida Street San Francisco bought one bottle and in two weeks was cured from a dreadful cold nearing consumption. Free trial bottles at L M Bosworth’s Drugstore.

Phoebe Thomas Junction City Ill Dr. King Thos. Eggers Florida St San Francisco L. M. Bosworth

Revival gains as weather worsens at U B Church

Interest in revival services at the U B church rises despite bad weather. Sixteen people have claimed salvation so far, with more seekers pursuing the Christ of God.

Ernest Gretten Marion Iowa U. B

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