06 Sep 1912
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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1912
Page
1
Judge J L Stevens of Voone and Stevens for lieutenant governor and others listed on the ticket. The Des Moines convention nominated a full slate including attorney general and superintendent of public instruction. The Bull Moose party fields a full slate with George White as congressman candidate and H H Metmore opposing Stevens.
Harvey Beedie and Glen Manges have purchased the iT. bk. Briley store west of the college, taking possession Monday. Beedie formerly ran the college meat route and will stay on temporarily. Clark N. Sear holds a half interest. Pittey will remain in store briefly as owners familiarize themselves with the business.
Prof Geerman of agricultural journalism arranges cash prizes totaling 75.60 to reward the top five student essays on reliable indicators of tightening as the key to livestock. Des Moines Capital and Merchants Bankers Insurance sponsors two top awards of 50 and 25 dollars.
A garbled notice describes a person named Bliss involved in an incident at a school with injuries and a police response. The text references absence of personnel and potential legal actions, with a vague date linked to September and a planned commercial event.
A letter from W C Hayward secretary of state reports auto registrations for 1912 totaled 41 923 vehicles with average fees around 15 dollars after deductions 38 477 82 received. Motorcycles 2 490 at 3 dollars each and dealers numbers 1 486 at 15 each added 11 579 and 22 200 respectively. Transfers and plates costs brought the total to 2910 81. The new law requires annual registration based on horsepower, prompting staff increases to 15 clerks as the system reorganizes.
A state tax commission meeting at the Savery House outlines recommendations to create a permanent tax commission and staggered property assessment reforms. Professor Grindley defends a thorough review of Iowa’s tax system, urging equalization between farm and town property and public service corporate valuations to ensure fair taxation.
A public event listing shows Hiram Johnson scheduled to speak in Ames on a Saturday in September. The itinerary mentions travel by train, stops in nearby towns, and a return date with evening attendance plans.
County officials plan a Nevada district forum to discuss road projects and expected improvements for rivers and workers. Judge Prouiy leads a delegation to inspect the route with Mr. T iridge and other attendees. meetings scheduled in multiple towns outline road conditions and total travel time for the county.
A new pavilion finished at the college grounds as part of a five pavilion project funded by Tex fund and the league. The facility is described as best fitted and equipped among the new buildings, ready for immediate use.
An engineering project at the college features Professor King and Saxon Palmer assembling a three position signal and connected equipment for advanced civil engineering studies. The apparatus includes a battery powered motor and signaling apparatus to aid senior civil engineering coursework.
Miss Debphine Gleason aunt of Mrs. J Jeffreys died at the Jeffreys home at 9 50 Wednesday evening. The remains were sent to Anamosa on the new train yesterday for funeral services today. Born in Hartford New York, she was 68.
Newhard born July 3, 1860 in Oneida County Iowa passed away Monday at College Hospital. He lived in Ames 33 years and was known for integrity as a citizen and workman. Funeral services were held Wednesday from the College Park home with interment in Ames Cemetery. Rev Lew C officiated.
A flawed report describes the Trans-Continental Tourists leaving New York for Los Angeles after a tour through Italy Spain Sweden and Canada. The group travels at 43 miles per hour average aboard a well equipped car with Mr Ellsworth, son of the late VP Hilsworth. The trip follows a wark in whine they visited Italy and Spain.
The Daily Intelligencer is sold to SVG Williams of Mason City who will take charge in a few days. Al Moore of Des Moines will handle news work while Williams oversees mechanical and business aspects. The paper will be progressive Republican and anti-Rooseveltian.
A report from near Cow Whe where a strong natural gas flow was struck at about 200 feet depth on the Adaus farm prompts talk of commercial oil strikes in Iowa. Experts say the flow may be temporary and limited, with hopes rising for future discoveries in the region.
A statewide political event is set at the fair with candidates from Iowa racing for governor. Republican George Clarke of Adel, Democratic Jacob Stevens of Humboldt, and Prohibitionist Thurman W. Jones of Perry are listed as participants amid anticipated discussions.
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