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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1884
Page
2
The platform asserts reform for civil rights, taxation, and tariff policy, denounces Republican excesses, and calls for labor rights, anti monopolies, and public land protection. It champions honest money, civil service reform, and a continental Latin American policy while urging new leadership under Democratic principles.
A lengthy speech by General Butler critical of a tariff plank, arguing for protecting and cherishing American labor through revenue taxation. He challenges the committee, defends Greenbackers, attacks civil service reform, calls for clear currency stance, and urges a tariff that supports labor and industry. The speaker also denounces opponents and appeals to working men across several states.
The Democratic pledge to purify the administration, restore economy, uphold law, and reduce taxes to the lowest level compatible with national obligations. It pledges cautious tariff revision responsive to public opinion and aimed at fairness to workers and creditors.
A health advisory warns that testing baking powders labeled Royal or Pearl by heating a can on a stove and sensing fumes is dangerous. The practice releases strong odors and may pose chemical risks to householders and bystanders.
Advertisements tout ker's Ginger Tonic as healthier blood and brighter health with rosy cheeks. The piece notes mosquito season and dangers from insects and snakes while recommending Pond's Extract, endorsed by Dr. Hering and others, for inflammations and hemorrhages.
Citizens urged to clear overgrown weeds along walkways as paths become nearly impassable. The call to action stresses everyone’s duty to maintain safe, accessible sidewalks.
National Greenback party to convene in Neva da Iowa on Saturday August 23 at 10 am to select five delegates for the Des Moines state convention and electors for President and Vice President. The call urges true reformers aligned with Gen Butler to attend and support honest public affairs. By Orpen Ex Com.
A leading Iowa merchant says investing 2000 in first year ads grew his capital from 4000 to 11000 and made his name known throughout the city and surrounding area. He continues this ad spend as essential to success and security. Also cited is Athlophoros as a neuralgia remedy, praised by Geo Haden of Fairhaven Conn, with rapid relief after two doses.
A college tonight invites Hon. Geo. R. Wendling to discuss the celebrated historical character while an advertisement urges readers to forbid intoxicating nostrums and use Parker's Ginger Tonic as a safe, restorative family remedy.
A Norfolk reader notes six percent annual interest on farm mortgages offered by J. A. Fitchpatrick of Nevada Iowa. The item mentions Hon. Gro. R. Wenpurne appearing at the IA event tonight.
Prof A H Sabin the state chemist of Burlington Vermont cites a million families using the product for a quarter century highlighting broad acceptance and long standing use across the state and beyond.
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