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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1908
Page
1
The Ames Times notes the Republican ticket of Taft and Sherman and highlights Seth Lowe as a leading educator heading a major college. It mocks Bryan’s campaign and endorses strict enforcement of laws, while praising Wisconsin voters for opposing La Follette and LaFolletteism with sharp rhetoric.
An old Western Publisher column contrasts female entrepreneurship in New York and Cincinnati. It notes a New Yorker opening a business with prayer while a Cincinnati woman starts with a broom. The anecdote reflects contemporary attitudes toward women in business.
At the late state convention of Republicans in Wisconsin, Uncle Isaac Stephenson controlled affairs while La Follette was reduced to the ranks. The ruler was dethroned and Republicans repudiated his support of the opposition in Washington. Iowa readers plan to follow Cummins in similar move.
The Cummins supporters mock Major Lacey while presenting him as a unity candidate for United States senator. The standpatters claim his candidacy will bring harmony and unite factions, but Cummins men display vehemence rivaling that toward a Democrat, undermining party interests for Chief New Sharon Star.
A column warns Ames parents about youths who try to jump onto moving automobiles. The writer notes that occasional leaps may miss the step or strike the vehicle and could result in a rider being thrown under the wheels. The piece condemns the dangerous, misguided fun and blames the boys, not the drivers.
A harsh critique of Des Moines women organizing a home for fallen women. The piece condemns maudlin sentimentality and caste norms, arguing true charity requires compassionate acts, not public moral posturing, and predicts the plan will fail.
Prominent leader Seth Low will address audiences at the college and the Armory on Saturday October 17 with endorsements from Prof R C Barrett President Storms Prof Curtiss Mayor Tilden and L M Bosworth noting Low is a leading educator and former Columbia and New York City leader.
Ten thousand Iowa voters favor prohibition. Captain K. W. Brown accepts to lead the campaign. He speaks daily and has strong audiences, with an army-veteran record and thirty-six years as a traveling salesman backing his fitness for the temperance cause and public service.
The text warns that ordinary colds can lead to pneumonia chronic catarrh and other infections like diphtheria scarlet fever measles and whooping cough. It asserts colds heighten risk and promotes Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy as the quickest cure available, sold by J. B. Cagwin.
The Des Moines Daily Register and Leader advertises a new reader offer valid on rural mail routes with delivery the same day as printing. A trial subscription to February 1, 1909 is available for $1.00, inviting readers to read the large advertisement in this issue.
A citizen critique rails at speedy drivers and reckless behavior on the public highway. The writer cites Talbotts Hortons Knutson Christs O’Brien and other motorists, condemning reckless speed, noise from motor cycles, and calls for stricter laws to curb danger and protect humanity.
W B Patton stars in a touring production titled Prof Steele delivering witty, charming performance noted for his magnetic stage presence. The actor also wrote several plays including The Minister's Son and Royal Rags. Tour directed by J M Stout with an engagement set for Tuesday October 13.
Ada L. Croom of Croom Hotel Vaughn Mississippi credits Dr. King's New Discovery with curing a severe cough and consumption after months of illness. Three bottles finished the cure, with the remedy celebrated worldwide. Sold at drug stores 50 cents and 1 dollar, trial bottle free.
W. P. Patton and His Fine Co stage The Blockhead a highly praised play with an acclaimed company. Public enthusiasm marks the run as packed houses fill the Armory Opera House, and patrons are urged to secure seats early for the Tuesday performance on October 18.
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