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Newspaper

Ames Times

Location

Ames, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 05, 1910

Page

2

Ames Times Publisher L G Hardin Information

An Ames newspaper note identifies L G Hardin as publisher and states the paper is issued on Thursdays each week. The item emphasizes the regular weekly publication schedule under Hardin’s leadership.

Candidates Announce for County Recorder Nomination

A series of GOP notices from Story County, Iowa, announces candidates for County Recorder ahead of the June primaries. Names include G. C. Bullard Cambridge, M. L. Tesdall Nevada, Q. O. Peterson Story City, Geo. E. Mead Hearing, and A. K. Olson Cambridge, all urging Republican voters to support them.

Story County QO. B. Peterson Story City Iowa A. K. Olson Cambridge

Story County Clerk Nomination Letters From Langland and Soper

In Cambridge Iowa on January 29 1910 Ole Langland announces his candidacy for Clerk of the District Court Story County The other notice by Cc M Soper states he seeks the Republican nomination for Clerk of the District Court with primary voting scheduled June 7th.

Story County Ole Langland Cambridge Iowa

Batman Declares Candidacy for County Auditor in Republican Primary

A. Batman announces candidacy for County Auditor in County, Iowa, subject to Republican Primary election decisions on the seventh, 1910.

Story County Primary Candidate Announcement 1910

To the Republican Voters of Story County I announce my candidacy for representative in the 62d district subject to the Story County Republican Primary to be held June 7 1910 Slater April 8 1910 Bk xe M 8S Helland.

Story County Iowa Republican Voters of Story Co Office of Representative

Candidates for County Board of Supervisors in 1910 Primaries

Multiple Iowa notices show candidates seeking Republican nomination for Story and surrounding counties to succeed Ben Johnson C W Scott and others. Dates span March April 1910 with signatures from Maxwell Maxwell Huxley Collins and Cole urging primary election June 7 1910.

County Board of Supervisors Ben Johnson Si F. M Story County Iowa Board of Supervisors C. W. Scott Cc. E. Markland Cc. W. Scott

Candidacy Announcement for County Treasurer Post

Frank N. Fowler declares his bid for County Treasurer to succeed himself subject to Republican primaries. The announcement signals Fowler’s intent to seek renomination and continue service if the party supports his candidacy.

Frank N. Fowler

Nevada congress candidacy seen as prairie support cool

Judge Prouty spoke in Nevada on Thursday and reports suggest prairie voters are not all fired up for Prouty for Congress. Paul Olson of the Story City Herald jokes about three births in town the day after the census, urging earlier effort in the race.

Prouty Nevada Congress Paul Olson Story City Herald Paul

Des Moines Tribune Reports Roosevelt Endorsement by Taft Aide

Harvey Ingham nearly faced paralysis on reading his paper the Des Moines Tribune’s note that Roosevelt endorsed Taft and his administration. The report also notes Gardner Cowles suffered a severe chill.

Harvey Ingham Des Moines Tribune Roosevelt Taft Gardner Cowles

Longworth In Iowa District Letter Sparks Press War

Ohio congressman Nick Longworth, son in law of Roosevelt, wrote a letter to a ninth Iowa district friend claiming Walter I. Smith backs Roosevelt policies. The Register and Leader denounces Longworth, warning critics against siding with the paper.

Nick Longworth Congress Ohio Roosevelt Iowa Walter I. Smith Register Leader Longworth

County Leaders Split as Followers Break Away

County officials and an Ames man question their direction as a large group of supposed supporters moves to carve its own path, leaving leaders unsure where to land.

Ames

No Use for Appeal to Reason in Local Papers

The Register and Leader notes a copy of Appeal to Reason arriving at the Times office and says the Register and Leader could use it, but dismisses it as unnecessary and unhelpful. The comment suggests reliance on La Follette's magazine for material.

Register and Leader la Follette Appeal To Reason Times Office

Dolliver Invited to Join Democratic Party

The text notes Senator Bailey inviting Dolliver to switch sides, contrasting with the past Republican zeal and exhortations. It reflects political realignment within the Senate and a sense of elation at the possible change.

Dolliver Bailey Senate

Standpatters urged to back Republicans for safety

Pa Smith of the Scranton Journal argues insurgents should vote Republican to keep Democrats out. He cites past politics in Iowa's sixth district, warning that different choices might have changed who represented them. He presses his readers to join the cause.

Pa Smith Scranton, Iowa Good Doctor of Scranton Dan Hamilton Iowa Congress

Boosters Back Hull Support in Des Moines

Local business and labor groups organize in Des Moines to show appreciation for Rep. Hull's efforts on a federal project. Ames is urged to promote Captain Hull and secure votes in appreciation of securing a sixty thousand dollar federal building.

Des Moines Ames Capt. Hull

Hans Hustler Withdraws From Race In Ames Scuffle

An Ames Times observer Hans Hustler of Roland withdraws from a legislature bid provoking rebuke from readers who vowed to vote against him. The exchange reveals local tensions as Edits/scripts reflect a standpat and voting strategy clash.

Hans Hustler Roland Lon The Ames Times Hans

Roosevelt letter praised Taft shocks Iowa paper office

The Washington Post reported that Roosevelt wrote a letter commending the Taft administration, triggering consternation at the Register and Leader and distress at the Des Moines Tribune, seen as a annex to the Iowa State Register.

Washington Post Register and Leader Roosevelt Taft Des Moines Tribune Iowa State Register

Garst fund drive questioned in Webster City journal

The Webster City Journal claims subscriptions were raised in town to support Garst’s bid for governor. The letter writer calls it a weak candidacy needing money and mocks Garst for needing donors despite being among the wealthiest in west central Iowa.

Webster City Journal Garst Iowa

Progressive Republican club forms in Ames endorses Taft group

Report claims a progressive Republican club was formed in Ames endorsing Garst for governor. The college students in Ames’ fourth ward organized a club backing Taft, Cummins and Dolliver, along with Prouty and Byers. Garst’s name was not on the slate.

Register and Leader Ames Garst College Fourth Taft Cummins

If Halley’s Comet Tail Reaches Earth

A correspondent asks about the effects if Halley's comet tail strikes Earth. The story suggests a tail millions of feet long could bring unprecedented comets tail on Earth, far more than ever before or again.

Earth

Census work ends as reports face government delays

Enumerators have finished counting but final population numbers will be delayed by bureaucratic processing. By the time figures emerge the frost will be up on the pumpkin vine and fodder ready in shocks, illustrating the slow pace of government reporting.

Lake City editor Hotchkiss shifts stance in Washington notes

The Carroll Herald critiques T B Hotchkiss of the Lake City Blade as vacuous and adaptable, noting his past neutral public position and questioning the significance of his alleged move from standpatter to insurgent. The Times cites the Herald’s view on his political flexibility and limited impact on Calhoun County votes.

Register and Leader John Saure Washington T. B. Hotchkiss Lake City Iowa Hotchkiss Calhoun County John Snure

Flora Wilson Concert Seats Take Quick Sellout Turn

Fans rush to reserve spots for Flora Wilson's upcoming performance as tickets move fast and venue capacity nears. Local outlets report strong demand and added shows may follow.

Puzzle finds burglar: prankor slips from Kooser kitchen

A playful intrusion occurred at the J B Kooser home when about a hundred M E church members gathered elsewhere. A youth turned on the light startling an intruder who fled through an open window into the night. No burglar is suspected, only a mischievous group seeking treats.

J. B

Ada Bower loses limb after bone TB operation

Ada Bower of Ames undergoes surgery at Methodist hospital in Des Moines to remove her right leg above the knee due to long standing bone tuberculosis. Surgeons Dr. Will Smouse, Dr. Baker, and Dr. D. M. Christ report her condition as critical.

Ada Bower Ames Methodist Hospital Des Moines Will Smouse Baker D. M. Christ

Mysterious Sun Ring Stuns Observers This Spring

Sunday noon observers reported a large circle around the sun creating a glare rivaling the sun itself. The spectacle, unlike common lunar haloes, sparked speculation that Halley’s Comet might loop around the sun to avoid arriving too early.

Halley

Ames Churches Schedule Bible School and Services

Bible school at 10 a.m. led by E. H. Owen, superintendent. Communion and preaching at 11 a.m. with the sermon on "Mother." Endeavor society at 7 p.m. Evening service at 8 p.m. Dr. Macklin of China will speak. All are welcome.

Bible School Owen Endeavor Society Macklin China

Mother's Day Devotion at St Cecilia's Church

Next Sunday at 7 30 p m observance at St Cecilia's church honors Mary as the model of good mothers with a May devotion scheduled.

St. Cecilia’s Church Mary

Morning church theme and Mother’s Day observance

The Congregational Church schedules a morning service on the theme The Protest of Privilege Let us Alone. Evening services honor Mothers Day with a call for fathers and children to attend and all mothers to be present.

United Brethren Church Sunday Schedule

Sunday school at 10 a m led by F B Clark with a mothers day sermon at 11 a m. Y P CG BU meets at 7 p m led by Mrs Clark with an 8 p m sermon on Friendship and special music at both services. Everyone welcome.

F. B Clark

Methodist Church Sermon to Mothers Evening Theme

The Sunday morning sermon at the Methodist Episcopal Church will address mothers. The evening service will center on the theme A Great Invitation.

Methodist Episcopal Church

Art of Papermaking Through the Ages

The text traces the origins of paper from China in the second century B C to its spread through Asia, the Arabs, and Europe, noting mulberry bast, bamboo, straw, and other materials, and mentions early paper mills in Germany in the twelfth century. It ends with a brief note on decoration day post cards at Perry's.

China Samerkand Europe Germany

Genevieve Westerman To Perform Accompaniments Tomorrow

Waffle Pub in Marion Iowa advertises hiring agents for medium and high class book selling under best terms. Charley Green of Green and Son cafe and bakery moved Tuesday from Holmes music store rooms to Perkins house on Douglass avenue.

Waffle Marion Iowa Charley Green Green & Son Cafe Holmes Music Store Perkins House Douglass Avenue

Also Mentioned on This Page

L. G. Hardin County Recorder M. L. Tesdall G. C. Bullard Cambridge, Iowa Geo. E. Mead District Court State of Cc. M. Soper Cc. A. Batman W. P. George Lican Slater Helland J. Kalsem Huxley S. S.hanson Collins Cole Flora Wilson Perry Yankee Cleaner J. B. Kooser & Co Fred Gerbracht College Park BE. L. Ellis Citizens Lumber Co Wm. Watkins Hubbard, Lo W. F. Barr C. BE. Ellis Judisch’s College Book Store Church OF Christ Congregational Church United Brethren Church Clark Genevieve Westerman Wilson North Grand Avenue W. H. Jameson & Co Hyland Avenue Lincoln’s Thos. Thompson Wreach Geo. Hultz Finder Cagwin Black White Bird Dog E. H. Gater O. K. Barbershop Kodak Films Meltzer Geo. E. Baker Ames, Iowa W. H. Cummings F. H. Waters Bakers Jewelry Store Morgan, Morgan & Watts Attorneys AT Law Ames Savings Bank Earl B.bush, Ph. G M.D Paker’s Jewelry Store M. D Adams Mutual J. F. Tilden Odd Fellows’ Building A. W. Crary, M Crary’s Hardware Boone, Iowa D. Burdick Dutf Olympia Sweets AEE M. H. Kelso Hamilton Asnes G. J. Snyder Gamble’s Drug Store Danieel McCarthy J. Y. Luxe McCarthy & Luke Story County Bank D. M. Ghrist Jennie G. Ghrist, M. D Drs. Ghrist Ghrist Physicians & Surgeons Masonic Building Onondaga St Charles J. Biewen Ecoren E. Cagwin Uli Fite Sorenson & Sorenson
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