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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1885
Page
2
The Intelligencer reports continued fighting between Russia and Afghan forces with the Afghans said to have suffered about 500 casualties. Forecasters expect a declaration of war between England and Russia, as war talk dominates foreign news. General Grant’s condition shows slight improvement but physicians warn of no real hope for recovery, with pain relief from daily anodynes likely delaying the end.
The Canadian Government widens focus on the isolated rebellion led by Reil, with rapid troop deployments increasing the risk of a major clash. Reports imply a forthcoming battle as armed groups, including half-breeds, prepare for confrontation with rifles in the contested region.
Chicago voters backed Harrison for mayor by a narrow margin amid fierce contention. Democrats claim victory while Republicans tout Smith, with accusations of fraud and intimidation in tough wards. A stolen ballot box from a Smith precinct prompts calls for a full investigation.
With the exception of Michigan the recent municipal elections show largely increased Republican gains. In Michigan the prohibition question figured somewhat and 20 national issues existed, party lines were largely ignored. Democrats gained heavily on a light vote. In Ohio cities like Cincinnati and Columbus Republicans made great gains over last fall's election.
Vast troop movements unfold in the Americas and Canada as Marines head from navy yards to Panama and Northwest defenses tighten in the Dominion. Across the Atlantic two major European divisions wage war while global powers prep for conflict. The Easter message of peace echoes ancient times despite the turmoil.
The piece argues public focus misdirected from alleged robberies by bogus insurance companies. It urges papers to investigate insurers rather than attack Mr Vail. The author contends pharmacists and publics deserve scrutiny of wild cat firms parker in profit amid policy holders.
A satirical commentary questions the presidents withdrawal of a nomination for Minister to Russia citing a recent traitor status. The piece riffs on loyalty and legitimacy while linking to Lamar’s tribute to Jake Thompson and reflecting on historical traitors such as Arnold and Jefferson Davis.
The notice promotes Brown's Iron Bitters as a cure for debility nervousness liver complaint and rheumatism citing testimonials from Mrs L B Edgerly Dexter Me Mrs S H McLaughlin Scarborough Me and Mrs Harding Windham Centre Me plus claims it has cured thousands of ladies An Illinois Central excursion to New Orleans via Mobile offers a $27 10 round trip with return tickets valid 40 45 days and a Military Exposition visit led by J F Merry Manchester Iowa postal contact for details
A medical advert promotes St Patrick’s Pills as the most effective and reliable laxative. It claims to relieve bilious disorders and renovate the system with a single dose. Sold by H. Westerman.
A facetious note on babies crying at home suggests music unsettles a young man nearing marriage. It claims Parker's Tonic calms a fussy infant, promising rest for the baby and the household. The tonic is advertised at 50 cents from druggists.
The Board of Supervisors met in regular session on April 6 1585 with Ersland and Hale present. Appointments for Allen R Smith as pepeny lock and deputy clerk approved. The board tabulated miles and valuation for railroad taxes for 1885 across multiple counties and lines including C N W RR and M M RR, detailing districts and amounts. Adjourned to 9 AM next day.
A sensational claim extols Hunt's Kidney and Liver Remedy as a universal cure, asserting it cures diabetes, dropsy, Brights disease, and related ailments with guaranteed results. The piece markets the product through bold promises and urgent tone to persuade readers.
A Prohibition of western relocation for health is challenged as a mis take. The ad promotes Dr Bosanko's Cough and Lung Syrup as relief for consumption in its early stages and for colds bronchitis and chest pains. Priced at 50 cents and 1.00, sold by Pickett and Co.
At this season the blood grows sluggish and poisoned. The ad claims Beggs Blood Purifier and Blood Maker remove poison from blood and cure dyspepsia sick headache and blood disorders. Includes sample bottles.
Squire THAYER has purchased the Elliot residence on Douglas Avenue and will repair improve and beautify the property.
Broadbrim surveys Brooklyn's growth and claims, with rapid transit coming, that Brooklyn will surpass New York in population, wealth, and moral standing. He notes temples, schools, housing, and commerce, contrasts tenements with welcoming homes, and predicts Brooklyn’s dominance while New York lags in outlets and congestion.
Eyewitness prose recalls morning light over a vast rebel host marching to battle, Buckland’s pickets driving Federal regiments into line, and cannon fire echoing to Savannah and Crump’s Landing as Buell and Nelson reinforce Grant. By April 6 the Union lines hold and Shiloh is won.
The piece discusses Rev Henry Ward Beecher and his three brothers, naming Charles a hymn writer, Edward a theologian in Brooklyn, and William Henry Beecher in Chicago. It also promotes Athlophoros by testimonials from C L Wetmore and a Dr. Wetmore, describing rheumatic relief and better sleep, with ordering details and a New York address. It closes with a note on a new road law and a drug advertisement for Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy priced at 25 and 50 cents.
For grain buyers commission merchants and others five hundred dollars in a book for sale at Bosworths and Westerman s drug stores Ames also at Tur e wre LIGENCER office.
The Eagle Grove Building and Loan Association has been formed with capital of 150000 dollars and over HO shares already subscribed. The community shows strong enthusiasm for the enterprise.
The article reflects on Pauls fourth shipwreck experience, urging persevering faith amid long trials. It praises Paul as a calm leader whose steadfast trust saved the crew, showing religion as practical daily strength and a force that can sustain others in danger.
Prescriptions carefully compounded and made a specialty by a competent and registered pharmacist at the Palace Drug Store of Pickett and Co.
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