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.
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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1910
Page
2
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.
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.
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.
A. Batman announces candidacy for County Auditor in County, Iowa, subject to Republican Primary election decisions on the seventh, 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Sunday morning sermon at the Methodist Episcopal Church will address mothers. The evening service will center on the theme A Great Invitation.
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.
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.
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