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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1884
Page
2
The Tuelowa Drainage Association will hold its annual meeting at the U.S. Court House in Des Moines on Wednesday February 6 at 2 p m. Members are urged to attend.
Mrs. R B Haggs runs a thriving chicken business and insists she has the best hennery west of the Allegheny mountains with no challenger to dispute the claim.
The C. and N. W. emphasizes strict adherence to directions to prevent accidents. It claims a strong safety record, presenting itself as the safest railway to travel on.
The article notes widespread money market strains linked to the Tonquin excitement. It reports several Chinese bankers taking their own lives amid the financial stress and depositor concerns.
In Waterloo on Saturday the court holds that incorporation under state law does not release a subordinate body. Franchises and property remain with the Grand Lodge, led by W. R. Graham of Cedar Rapids as Grand Master.
The State Leader argues the party fears a national prohibition wave more than tariff agitation. It warns that losing some rural voters could occur if prohibition becomes a major national issue like slavery.
The death of Representative Holbrook of Delaware County in Des Moines reduces the Republican majority to 3, threatening a constitutional margin. Curtis of Plymouth opposes prohibitory liquor laws, leaving Republicans without a clear majority. Four Greenbackers back prohibition while several Republicans oppose prohibiting manufacture, making the outcome uncertain.
A Grand Recorder circular urges firmness and adherence to standards for the Ancient Order of United Workers amid a trial revealing a fraudulent Marshalltown association with under eight hundred members. It asserts the Supreme Lodge is bankrupt and dependent on separate jurisdictions for support.
An intelligent critic argues the public would have preferred justified homicide over insanity verdict in Nutt's case. Dukes seduced Nutt's sister and slandered the family. He killed the father after confrontations, then an acquittal absolved the seducer murderers. Public opinion believed Nutt should have killed Dukes.
Frep W. Race, Cowan’s deputy, was arrested in Freeport and brought to Eldora on suspicion of being privy to ex-Treasurer Cowan’s defalcation, estimated near eight thousand dollars. Cowan has been absent from Eldora since January 1 after turning office over, and Sheriff Wilcox reveals Cowan was seized at Freeport.
Medical advertisement claims Bucklen's Arnica Salve is a world wonder for burns bruises cuts ulcers salt rheum fever sores cancers piles and skin eruptions. Warranted to cure or money refunded. 25 cents per box. For sale by Bosworth Co.
Two weddings occurred on January 21 in Ames with Prof. W H Wynn officiating at both. Miss Minnie M Johnston wed E A Bullock of Belle Plain, and Mrs Nettie R Keigley wed Henry Wilson, both ceremonies on the same street and hour, celebrated with rich presents and joyful congratulations.
The Paullin Whist Club staged a surprise eleventh wedding anniversary party for Mr. and Mrs. Buell at their home. John Bossert presented a magnificent silver cake basket on behalf of the club, delivering a speech filled with best wishes for the couple’s future. The gathering ended in laughter and warm goodnights as guests departed after a joyous evening.
A discussion notes that buyers snare rivals with cheap price claims and slander in business. It cites a Nuremberg case where a printer sued over undercut pricing and was vindicated by arbitration. The piece argues such slander should be halted and praises honest tradesmen for exposing price undercutting.
Engineering teams map the path from Ackley to Des Moines as a multi‑front survey. A St Joseph unit moves northwest to meet a Leon southwest group, while four crews work Osceola line widening to standard gauge. The overallDes Moines St Joseph Kansas City route aims for completion by December.
A New York letter notes many young women of high society taking private dressmaking lessons. If true, the trend could spread across social circles and affect marriage prospects, as brides will be able to dress themselves.
The article notes a crowd at Bosworth & Co Drug Store drawn by free distribution of Dr Bosanko’s Cough and Lung Syrup samples. Regular bottles priced 50 cents and 1 dollar are offered, touted as popular for coughs bronchitis and lung relief.
M HeMSTREET offers for sale first class farm and city property at a bargain. The listing highlights affordable land and urban lots with potential for immediate purchase and development.
On January 18 a large gathering of friends celebrated the twenty fifth wedding anniversary of Mr and Mrs J B Davis at their Ames area residence two and a half miles northeast of the city. The event featured hospitable reception and a ceremony conducted by Rev Charles E Barstow.
A long married couple celebrates twenty five years of marriage with a public ceremony led by Rev. W. P. Bennett. Guests from Newton join hosts Mrs. Meyer and Mr. Davis as well wishes, speeches, and gifts including a silver pitcher from the Ames Granger.
Mrs Garitz of Pittsburg testifies that Parker's Ginger Tonic cured her dyspepsia weak back and despondency and made her feel like a new being saying every woman should use it as a great remedy.
During the season for mosquitoes and stinging insects and poisoned plants a bite will swell and fester unless you apply Papillon Skin Cure A single application will neutralize the poison For sale by Bosworth Co and Ed Barstow
Are you disturbed at night by a crying sick child in teething pain Yes send for Mrs Wixstow's Soorminse Syrup for Children Teething It relieves pain calms the baby and cures wind colic diarrhoea and upset stomach The syrup is pleasant to taste and sold by druggists worldwide price 25 cents a bottle.
Bosworth and Co along with Ed Barstow offer Papillon Skin Cure Papillon Catarrh Cure and Papillon Cough Cure and will explain their nature and provide pamphlets upon request.
An advertisement declares THAT HACKING COUGH can be cured quickly by Shiloh's Cure. It promises relief from sleepless nights and claims Shiloh's Cure is the remedy for sufferers.
An advertisement proclaims Shiloh's Vitalizer cures for dyspepsia and liver complaints with catarrh relief and fresh breath. The offer includes a nasal injector free with purchase and is promoted by Bradley and Templeton at price 50 cents.
A 70 year old woman recovered from a persistent hacking cough after using Papillon Cough Cure. She reports being in good health now and recommends the remedy, with Bosworth & Co. and Istow listed as sellers.
An advertisement claims Dr Bosanko's Pile Remedy permanently cures piles including itch salt rheum and ringworm. It promotes relief from intense nightly itching after warm conditions and lists a 50 cent price. Manufactured by the Dr Bosanko Medicine Co Piqua Ohio. Sold by Bosworth Co. 23
Messrs. Saurity and Co. of Chicago promote fine watches and silverware including dust and water cases, solid silver, triple plated, solid gold, and rolled gold jewelry. Send a single article at the dozen price. goods on approval, mailed for home shopping from 77 State Street. Endorsed by major express companies and notable officials. Send for illustrated catalogue.
Righty Springs offers a spring bed priced at $2.00 with a satisfaction guarantee or a money refund. Call and see them. Tuomas & Loup.
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