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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1908
Page
2
The Ames Times notes Thanksgiving approaches next Thursday as Iowans have much to be thankful for despite San Francisco troubles. It mentions a post office deficit of over sixteen million dollars for the year ending June 30, 1908, up ten million from the prior year, and that delinquent tax lists are generally small signaling better times.
Cambridge Leader reports Ole Langland on county court divorce cases noting J. L. Inman does not desire his wife to be with him any longer. The piece suggests reluctance to reconcile if the divorce is approved.
President Storms, Dean Curtiss and Prof. Holden of Iowa State college participate in the National Society for the Promotion of Agricultural Science session in Washington D C this week.
A local newspaper notes claims that many Democrats backed Cummins for U.S. Senate and adds a sharp remark that a hall of Republicans likely voted for him as well.
Edmund Heller will accompany President Roosevelt on his African hunt. The president is known for his bold big game pursuits, so the expedition should attract broad interest and lively betting on the outcome.
The legislature meets next Tuesday to elect a United States senator. Republicans will vote unanimously for Governor Cummins, with the people favoring him and the legislature proceeding without opposition from the party.
The Register and Leader has purchased the Des Moines Evening Tribune and will publish it as an evening paper with the morning issue. The combined papers will share policy and staff, maintaining a Republican alignment and strengthening their hold on the capital city newspaper field.
The Manson Journal backs Governor Cummins and hopes, now in the senate, that he will avoid La Follette’s path. Supporters and opponents in Iowa alike wish him to be a representative of the whole people and rise above partisan prejudice.
Officials note the second ward is enlarging and the first ward trails by less than half the votes. The fourth ward trails the second by about 150 votes, signaling a need to reuse existing wards or add a new one soon.
A newspaper reading routine by a magician unsettles an elderly woman at a vaudeville show. She warns that the performance is not suitable for a lady in a thin calico dress and decides to go home as the trick unfolds.
Chicago International Live Stock Exposition runs November 28 to December 10 with improvements including a new heating system in the sheep section underscoring the show's ongoing liberal support and preparations.
The department to be warmly equipped with new lights and two lighted rings for sheep judging on the main exhibition floor. Modern lighting upgrades expand visibility across all divisions while improved transportation to the International Amphitheatre includes a Stock Yards electric elevated line and a remodeled street railway system, placing depots, hotels, stores, and amusements within easy reach for visitors.
An advertisement touts Dr Shoop's Cough Remedy as a safe nonopium herbal cure for coughs. It claims to soothe bronchial membranes with mountain shrub leaves and suitable for young children. Sold by Joel B E Cagwin.
The article extols the expo as a boon to agriculture by linking livestock and grain success, notes lower railroad fares and better transportation, and urges farmers and visitors to attend the next event to boost national prosperity and local wealth. It highlights ten days of exhibits sales conventions entertainments and education.
Clint Price, Democratic State chairman in Indianola, argues the Advocate-Tribune editorial page is worth supporting even if readers disagree with the Reg ister and Leader. He emphasizes the paper's value in political discourse.
Ida M. Evans is appointed administratrix by Story County District Court on November 13 1908 for the estate of Hiram Blake. Creditors must seek payment and file authenticated claims with the court for allowance.
The Register and Leader notes that the play Paid in Full is a target for piracy as Wagenhais and Kemper pursue theater managers who allow performances. Frank Long and his traveling company may face liability for copyright violations and for theaters that exhibit the pirated show. The issue extends to ongoing college and athletic matters referenced in the text.
A clergyman praises Preventics as effective for colds and grippe in hours. He calls them tame and harmless with no quinine, suitable for feverish children. Box of 48 sold for 25 cents by Joel Be. Cagwin.
Sprains swellings and lameness are promptly relieved by Chamberlain's Liniment. This liniment reduces inflammation and soreness so that a sprain may be cured in about one third the time required by the usual treatment. 25 and 50 cent sizes for sale by J. & Cagwin.
Guardian Theodosia Muir transfers to Ella Walker for a 4200 dollar property in Ames with lots 6 and 1 in Blairs subdivision. Maria Read sells to Russell Read for 1 dollar and Read’s ad Ames. Read sells to Elizabeth Cone for 1 dollar and Read’s ad Ames. S & Hunter sell to Winefred Hunter for 150 dollars in Lees ad Ames. John C. Hearn and wife sell to Clyde C. Templeman for 500 dollars in Colo. Michael S. Helland sells to Charles J. Anderson for 210 dollars in Helland & Larsons ad Slater. N C Bengersen and wife sell to Belle Tegeland for 875 dollars in L. Larsons ad Story City. H M Dayton and wife sell to Henry Yeager for 1500 dollars in Blairs ad Cole. Benedict Read to Maria Read for 1.105 feet in Ames. Winnefred Evans and husband sell to Hallie McDowell for 425 dollars in Lees ad Ames. Treasury of Story Co to C D Read for 1.13 dollars in Slater Shel Dall crossing. R R Land Co to Polly Vandusen for 1.25 dollars in Slater, Iowa R R. Willard John and wife to D G Welty for 5277 dollars in W% se 7 84 21.
The speaker recalls critics doubting a play titled A Dangerous Friend and describes relentless effort to finish it. He asserts the work’s success, cites a growing audience, and notes his bank book as proof of achievement.
Drake seeks Missouri Valley eligibility ruling on Homer Hubbard of Ames over his 1904 Morningside fall. The decision could affect several former Morningside athletes now at Iowa schools. Drake aims to settle the matter before the Ames Drake game.
The International Live Stock Exposition runs November 28 to December 10, drawing buyers and exhibitors. Early returns show strong interest from farmers and livestock firms, with attention on cattle and hog sections and improved market prospects for the region.
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