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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1883
Page
6
A discussion critiques constitutional and statutory prohibition arguing only strict license laws can curb saloon influence. It contends saloons persist despite rules, compare prohibitions to cancer, and note urban growth’s social costs while warning reform lags.
Mr. Bourer of Logan Iowa a former Democratic congressional candidate spoke to about one hundred listeners in Opera Hall Col Hoggatt chaired Parley Sheldon led the event The Bolter’s remarks were thin and faulted as a fraudulently brief address by a figure known in Council Bluffs politics for his in law ties The scene contrasted by references to Pilgrims and present-day politics with Democratic and Republican notes.
Bros. Paine of the Representative and Ballou of the Watchman staged a tearful scene on Tuesday in front of the post office. The crowd watched as a dry goods box sermon caused a back subscription quarrel and a comical melee left a broken object and a tainted coat tail amid Democratic greenback hues. The scene closed with the marshal dividing his tobacco cud in two.
A historical note explains Parker's Ginger Tonic works by combining several medicines rather than ginger alone. It details how the preparation acts on diverse conditions through its mixture of beneficial components.
A New York Truth editorial disputes the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children's tactics arguing that harm comes from surrounding circumstances and sensational cases. It asserts many children face danger in playgrounds and theaters more than in circuses and denounces overreach that benefits financiers while neglecting waifs and the broader social ills.
A German grocer John H. Vonderholen in New York City at Washington and West Eleventh streets was robbed after two men used a molasses hat bet. They forced the hat over his head blinding him and fled with his money.
Reports say Lord Brougham, after defending Queen Caroline brilliantly, retired with orders not to be disturbed and slept long. His household obeyed, astonished by his recovery and long sleep. His vigor in old age may stem from nightly restoration of daytime waste.
A survey links rapid urban growth to rural decline, noting rising city populations outpacing countryside. Essays contrast old fashioned literary tastes with modern novels, while a New York cooking class showcases practical lessons from scraggy neck mutton to fine fritters.
Ancient skeletons show wounds and diseases such as rheumatism cancers and malarial troubles in Stone Age people. The piece argues civilized life yields better health and wild savage existence brought torment from elements dangerous beasts and beliefs in witchcraft and fetishes.
The note describes imperial crowns stacking in Russia with Nicholas and Alexander I. already gaining titles. It hints at a future diadem for the emperor of all the Russias next May, noting crowns range from simple fur hats to rusty iron, each signifying conquest over distant tribes and territories.
A letter argues against the old theory of early rising, praising urban and rural contrasts. It notes city sleep is disrupted by late bedtimes and loud alarms, and suggests winter rising before five is unnecessary except for laborers. The piece laments forced wakefulness and defends later mornings whenever possible.
A discussion on society women who debut and fail to wed, facing elbowing at receptions and the label old maid. It argues some women achieve distinction through independence, with marriage as an episode rather than life itself, and imagines a future where single women are no longer derided.
Readers learn how to make decorative sprays of green for winter decor using common scorm from the woods and a pickle jar. The piece suggests affordable greenery for all households, from wealthy to very poor, with simple crafting steps.
A Cincinnati Christian Standard anecdote recalls a girl asking which is worse a lie or theft. The mother hesitates and the child concludes a lie is forever, while pondering taking back a wrong action after acknowledging the sting of deceit.
The Philadelphia Times notes President Arthur has been praised for his attire since taking office while his sister Mrs McElroy and her daughters show indifference to city life and prefer simplicity.
The Great Eastern lies idle at Milford Haven England unable to be used profitably by owners nor sold at a reasonable price in a status of stalemate for the vessel.
The notice promotes Brown's Iron Bitters as a safe remedy to purify and enrich blood, claim to restore health quickly, and avoid side effects like teeth staining, headaches, or constipation. It asserts iron cures disease by improving blood quality.
A Baltimore reader reports using Brown's Snow Birrers as a tonic and restorative on a relative with wasting illness. After one bottle the patient showed signs of recovery and greatly improved, with family noting the elder sister's favorable response.
An old notice argues James Ross' Gold Watch Cases contain purer gold than many so called solid cases. It warns against 4 to 10 karat shortcuts sold as 12 to 14 karat, urging buyers to choose the James Ross line from SyLverren ENGLER, Gelphin, and related dealers.
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