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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1898
Page
2
C E Haverty of Ames declares as a Republican candidate for County Re publican primary action set for March 21 1808. Henry Christmann notes his own candidacy and subject to party action.
The article notes Spanish bonds falling to 34, with a projection to be worth about 34 more in a month. David B. Hill comments that McKinley handles foreign affairs well. The Cu ban debate centers on whether Joseph B Forker and Billy Mason with Billy Bryan backing should lead the Republican party, but they did not.
The Ogden Reporter profiles a young man from Ogden who held a steady job and promotion prospects but was dismissed after drinking. The record shows the note “discharged for drunkenness” beside his name. The piece notes such cases are common and seem to affect others little.
The Representative warned Spain would not fight arguing that starving civilians in Cuba differs from facing American forces on land and sea. He deemed the two actions logically incomparable and doubted willingness to do either.
There is no doubt whatever that Ames trade is increasing. Our trade territory is expanding and has promise of permanence. Merchants are experienced, cash buyers with solid reputations and access to the best wholesale houses. They seek low margins for quick returns and growing patronage, drawing traders from distant areas. Ames is all right.
Postmaster General Gary has tendered his resignation due to health. His surprising move caused regret. His successor is Charles Emory Smith, editor of the Philadelphia Press, who also served as Minister to Russia under President Harrison.
Saturday traffic in Collins was the busiest merchants report with strong crowds and solid trade. Algona plans immediate building of an 18000 church a 17000 school and electric lights this year alongside new residences. S Kalsem buys lots west of the south side school to build a home this summer. Dr Keith to build a commodious Cambridge home this summer. Cambridge shows many improvements while Ida Grove has twenty five houses and several business blocks under construction and no empty business spaces.
In Lighter Vein the text notes Spaniards boast of sparing Minister Woodford and hints at Speaker Reed possibly leading House Republicans. It references well drilled ranks and comments from Indianapolis News about Des Moines and a call to build a suitable auditorium for conventions to be accessible to all.
The Carroll Herald reports Nick Priesch sold two Tamworth hogs weighing 710 pounds each, considered the largest ever sold in town. A separate discussion in the Ssc Sun extols seed corn mixing for higher yields, citing Daniel Nadelhoffer's 60 bushels per acre and a plan to blend 16 row with 22 row corn.
Entomologist Herbert Osborn explains a new state law to curb the San Jose Scale. The act designates the state entomologist as enforcer, requires annual nursery inspections, and bans out-of-state stock without a certificate. Nurserymen must file by July 1 for inspections. after the law takes effect no sales in-state without certificate.
Hood's Pills are advertised as prompt and efficient with reliable performance. The copy claims they are easy to take and operate, priced at 25 cents.
The Ways and Means Committee completed revenue plans to fund war expenses. Estimated annual revenue is 100 to 120 million dollars, funded by beer tax, tobacco and cigars, checks and drafts, mortgage bonds, express shipments, coffee and tea, and other fees. The treasury secretary would issue 3 percent certificates for one year and borrow 500 million dollars in low rate bonds payable in coin over five to twenty years.
Washington correspondent notes the department of agriculture is issuing farmers bulletins with strong demand. The cattle feed bulletin by Professor C F Curtiss of Iowa Agricultural College has 30,000 requests, and an edition of 250,000 copies is expected to meet demand.
An advertisement extols Dr. Pierce's Pleasant Piles as a cure for constipation detailing digestive harm and symptoms. It claims nine tenths of sickness stems from constipation and touts sugar coated granules sold for 21 cents with a free medical adviser.
A Norwegian man about thirty five is described as bed ridden from leprosy. Health officials plan immediate thorough investigation. The article notes leprosy as an ancient disease with no known cure and few cases in the United States.
The Maple Leaf Route offers homeseekers excursions on May 8 17 and June 7 21 at one fare plus 2 dollars round trip. Tickets valid fifteen days for going trip with liberal stopovers and twenty one days for return. Sales cover vast territories across the South Atlantic Gulf Mississippi Valley Southwest Colorado Great Northwest Minnesota Wisconsin Northern Michigan and Northwest Iowa Minnesota Southwest Iowa Northwest Missouri. F H Hunter agent Des Moines will provide rates and details.
A physician philosopher notes that the finest happiness lies in giving joy to others. The reflection emphasizes selfless acts and the fulfillment found in aiding those around us.
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