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Newspaper

Ames Intelligencer

Location

Ames, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 17, 1877

Page

2

Readable notice for readers at New York rail line office

Our paper is kept on file at the office of L W Booth General Eastern Agent Chicago and Northwestern Railway 415 Broadway New York City Readers in New York are invited to call in and read it any time They will always be welcome

L. W. Booth Chicago and Northwestern Railway Broadway New York City New York People's Journal Portland Maine Aji Aden H. Hanterr & Co

Republican State Ticket Offers Vote slate

Republican slate lists governor Joan H. Gfar of Des Moines County and lieutenant governor Frank T. Campbell of Jasper County. Supreme Court judge James G. Day of Fremont County and superintendent of public instruction C. W. Von Coelln of Blackhawk County are named.

Joan H. Gfar Des Moines County James G. Day Fremont County C. W. von Coelln Blackhawk County

Republican Party Platform Excerpts Iowa Pledges

The text outlines Republican principles including national and state power to protect citizens, civil equality, and public duties. It emphasizes securing rights at home and abroad, enforcing constitutional amendments, debt and currency policy, tariff, taxation, and ethical governance. It also pledges fiscal prudence and maintaining Iowa’s credit and reputation.

United States of America Republican Party Iowa Union Congress of the United States

Poor Man’s Greenback Candidate Plans Statewide Tours

The so called poor man’s greenback candidate for governor begins his statewide rounds with a self described friendly address. He is expected to avoid disclosing his tax claim count against the people and will campaign on favorable occasions as he perambulates the state.

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Greenback Appeal to Return to Democratic Fold in Ohio

The party press in Ohio urges Greenback backers to rejoin the Democrats promising access to offices and influence. It argues the candidate can gain everything in the Democratic platform and warns Greenback supporters to avoid being swallowed and to remain vocal and prominent.

Ohio

Stupes Named in Tax Sale Inquiry by Newspaper Union

Readers question the so called poor man's candidate D P Stubbs who publishes 80 tax sale notices in one Sioux City paper. The Nonpareil covers the inquiry and links Stubbs to multiple papers and a shared political stance amid election chatter about Story court.

Tly Bio Dhs Stubbs Story Courtly

California voters fuel Paeswwenr rise in Senate bid

The article notes Paeswwenr’s broad appeal in California boosting Jean's prospects to succeed Mr Sargent in the U S Senate. The Berg campaign gains momentum from a confident push toward victory, highlighting strong party support and optimistic predictions.

Hares California Jean U. S. Senate Sargent Demberg Sucess

Fragmentary political remark on nominations and support

A fragmented note suggests a parliamentary dispute over nominations and claims that many who backed Tilden now favor Hayes, leaving Republicans with at least tentative gains amid assurances.

Tilden Lilayes Leam

Notable Governor Gathering in Philadelphia Planned

Turnne hosts a notable gathering in Philadelphia on the 28th inst where at least twenty governors will meet at the Permanent Exhibition to mingle on non political topics and visit eastern cities. They plan a New York visit around September 1 to be honored and shown sights by the metropolis officials. Gov New bold is expected to attend.

Philadelphia New York Newbold

Telegraph Companies Consider Pooling to Cut Expenses

Tax hints indicate conference committees from rival telegraph firms may agree to pool costs a major step to reduce extraordinary expenses from fierce competition. They claim relief for business while warns the public against renewed monopolistic pricing. Public doubt about combinations remains.

Atlantic and Pacific

Butler letter hints at Greenback support in Nevada convocation

A letter attributed to Ben Butler is published, suggesting partiality to greenbacks and possible targeting of the Republican party. The piece urges Story county Greenbackers and Democrats to endorse the spirit of Butler and refuse national bank notes at Nevada convocation.

Ben Butler Greenbackers Benjamsin Workingmen’s Party Philadelphia Greenbacks Dean Six National Bank Bess. F. Berest J. H. Duxasevy Story County Nevada Butler

Governor Williams and the note to strikers over rail strike

The Indianapolis News details Gov Williams denying and then conceding parts of a story about helping his son in law pass strikers. It notes the note allegedly addressed to the strikers, and the depot incident where the postal clerk prevented passage on the mail car.

Gov. Williams Indianapolis News Pittsburg Columbus Jimmy

Senator Allison Seen as Likely Winner in Coming Election

A Chicago Tribune correspondent from McGregor opines that Senator Allison faces a strong chance to win next winter. The piece argues his long Washington tenure merits prominence and his Republican voting record is consistent, noting growing sentiment to grant him a holiday from office as support for continuity.

The Chicago Tribune McGregor Allison Washington House Senate

Iowa poised for strong candidates to seek national office

The piece argues Iowa should elect men of character to the National Legislature as influence grows. It notes no shortage of good timber with Secretary McCrary and J F Wilson as leading figures who would honor the state and command national respect.

Tor Allison Iowa McCrary J. F. Wilson

Gear Opens the Iowa Campaign in Quaker Town Visit

Iowa correspondent reports Hon. John H. Gear Republican candidate for Governor spoke in Springdale. He addressed anti temperance accusations by the opposition, admitted a whisky incident in Burlington years ago, and stated he drinks but denies intoxication. Quaker Republicans pledged support after questions. Gear expected to carry party strength.

Gear Iowa Iowa City John H. Gear Springdale Burlington Republican Party

Tragic Child Hit By Train In Cedar Rapids

A 6 year old boy, son of L. Bullard of Cedar Rapids, was fatally injured last week when struck near a passing train. Local papers report multiple industrial and fatal incidents across Iowa including mine labor strife, economic distress, and various accidents.

Bullard Cedar Rapids Lower Vein Coal Company Shepherd Boone Standard Eli Elliott S. W. Jacobs United States District Court Congress Keokuk Constitution Afton American D. P. Stubbs Stubb Stubbs Offce Feirgeld Flarrison County LeMars Fayette County Francis Togers Maquoketa Julien Dubuque County Shipman Wm. C. Armour George Newbury Medora Armour Sander Trickson Washington Township Mt. Ayr

Red Oak Drug Store Death Tells of Grudge Link

Red Oak reports a fatal shooting in a drug store after a longtime feud between M D Williams and an older man named Battery. Williams, silent partner in the store, was killed by Battery who says the shots were in self defense. Battery surrendered to authorities after the incident Sunday evening.

Red Oak The Register M. D. Williams Harry Williams Battery Agent Woman Mikesell Williams

Battle at Big Hole Pass results in heavy losses for U S forces

Dispatches from Gen Gibbon describe a fierce morning battle at the mouth of Big Hole Pass with 1383 regulars, 32 volunteers and 17 officers facing Nez Perce. Capt Logan and Lieut Bradley killed. Gen Gibbon and several officers wounded. Indian casualties heavy. report notes retreat to save remains and calls for medical aid.

Custer Helena Mont Salt Lake Big Hole Pass Gibbon United States Logan Bradley Gibbons Williams Coolidge English Woodruff Deer Lodge Howard Bostwich Fort Shaw Chicago Mountain _ St. Paul Minn Sheridan Dispatch Nez Perces Bratley A. Hi. Teeny

Harper's September Issue Showcases Natural Beauty and Industry

Harper's Magazine for September features nearly a hundred illustrations and a wide range of topics. It includes well illustrated nature pieces on Prince Edward Island and Mount Shasta with John Muir describing a snow storm, plus insightful articles on commercial and industrial interests such as "The Lad ing of a Ship" and Edward Howland's thoughtful paper "A" on relevant subjects.

Harper's Magazine Prince Edward Island Mount Shasta John Muir Edward Howland

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