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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1909
Page
6
In Albany a seven or eight year old William Owen sneaks to the Henry V stage door. He is dressed as a herald but the crowd roars as he steps into view. A heckler shouts and the super captain drags him off, beginning a lifelong tale of stage life.
Iowa farmers face weed problems but new spraying methods show promise. Iron sulphate and other herbicides can kill most common weeds without harming oats or wheat, sometimes improving yields. Bulletin 105 from the Iowa Experiment Station reports results and guidance for machinery and weed habits. Obtainable free from C. F. Curtiss in Ames.
Navy sailors boost income through tailoring barbering pressuring cleaning and even embroidery on ships. Extras include submarine crew pay boosts and duties like signal work and washing services. A yeoman writes ship cruise letters sold to families for 50 cents to $1 each, detailing ports honors and customs. John R Cox in National Magazine.
A brief note on starlight constellations and the Pole star describes how beginners can learn to identify groups such as the Great Bear and the Pointers. The column notes the circular stellar motion near the pole and offers guidance for stargazing. The second item recounts Edith’s Christmas packages and a diagnostician doctor quip about truth and color blindness from the Cleveland Leader.
Advertisement claims Dr Kings New Life Pills rapidly cure sour stomach constipation indigestion biliousness jaundice sick headache chills and malaria. Priced at 26 cents, sold by all druggists.
Charles Witzman of Chicago installed a custom iceless soda fountain at College Inn by L A Becker Co for L M Gibson Co. The $3000 plus improvements include mahogany and marble. the back room becomes an ice cream parlor and candy store area. E L Roll leads service. Gibson & Company will add stationery and student supplies. College Inn aims to be the city’s finest and welcomes students.
Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy is touted as the best known medicine for relief and cure of bowel complaints. It cures griping diarrhoea dysentery and should be taken at the first abnormal bowels. Suitable for children and adults. Sold by all dealers.
A dramatic appeal describes Bucklen’s Arnica Salve curing burns cuts and boils for a family. The caller lists many ailments from burns to corns, claiming quick relief and urging purchase from druggists.
Flour mill offers wide selection including high grade flour baled hay corn meal bran shorts chop feed and alfalfa feed. Delivery every day to all parts of the city. Phones on file. J W Lanning, Prop.
If you appreciate a really good play see William Owen Saturday night in As You Like It. The notice promotes the performance and highlights Owen as the lead for theatergoers seeking quality drama.
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