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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1896
Page
2
A Cuba focused commentary argues Spain erred celebrating Thanksgiving with the U S. Tom Pratt calls McKinley disastrous to include Whitelaw Reid in his cabinet. Some urge Congress to consider making football a felony amid a looming special session.
The piece surveys Free coinage and the 1900 campaign versus a gold standard, cites Judge Jim Paul murder trial testimony by Prof. A. A. Bennett, and notes praise for Tama Jim Wilson as Agriculture Secretary candidate. It also reviews Grover Cleveland’s legacy, and previews the Midland Monthly December issue with portraits of the First Lady and Midwest topics.
The piece critiques President Cleveland's handling of foreign affairs, arguing his reputation suffers from Hawaiian policy and stringent moves against Britain in the Venezuelan dispute. It questions omissions and asserts the Turkish crisis warranted swift American defense and protection of interests. The author cites December Review of Reviews.
A special committee from the National Live Stock Exchange urged President-elect McKinley to appoint Samuel W. Allerton as secretary of agriculture citing his vast farm holdings across Nebraska Iowa Ohio Indiana Wyoming Illinois and more. Critics warn a boards of trade link would threaten farmer interests and favor speculation. The piece endorses James Wilson as the fitting alternative and calls for a genuine farmer as secretary.
Herman suggests changing treasury laws so redeemed paper money is not reissued unless the coin required by the paper is again deposited. The idea aims to tighten circulation and ensure coin backing for notes.
Supt W F Chevalier once led Ames schools and now heads Red Oak Schools. He champions high school football as directed by schools noting three benefits: stronger bodies, self denial through training, and improved academic performance, while praising athletic appeal and preventing dropouts. He cites Billy Madden as a Chicago alderman with political ambitions and questions about statesmanship amid capable leaders.
The Litchfield Manufacturing Company of Webster City is cited in a notice referencing legal or commercial matters. The document mentions financial or credit references such as First Bank, Bradstreet, and Dunn. It notes compliance with local laws and industry standards as part of an official record.
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