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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1881
Page
2
The New York Sun argues there are too many fools and knaves leading the Democratic party. The Intelligencer notes the Sun’s stance and presents the passage as a pointed commentary.
Report says Secor Robeson plans a canvass for the speakership of Mr Oens Aark and a hoped Sas on speaker. The incoming congress wants no Robeson and may reject him if prudent.
Washington sources say Democratic managers prepare an address for lay members urging the party to drop words like Democrat and Democracy from political discourse. The plan hints at shifting to a broader appeal and possible changes in rhetoric.
The Health Office in Washington records Sallie Hunter as Washington's last servant at age 115 claiming nurse status. Authorities note uncertainty about her exact role and the historical context, reflecting the era’s complex view of service to General Washington.
The 1880 Castle Garden arrivals show 137 out of the total settling in New York State, over two thirds of the new arrivals. Eastern States account for 63.56 percent, while Western States receive far fewer. Southern states remain the main reserve, with the shift affecting factory labor and population growth.
Sunset Cox of New York prepares an Apportionment bill to be offered soon. The plan seeks to maximize state representation and avoid losses, with various states debating ideal numbers above and below 301 while Cox argues 301 is overall best.
A wide-ranging article notes the growing presence of merchants bankers and other business interests in the Senate and House with commentary on General Garfield’s readiness to appoint a capable cabinet. It discusses public sentiment advice received and Garfield’s independence in selection, plus a call to support a pro farmers agenda and improved railroad policies.
The recent elections saw five lawyers succeeded by five men from commercial circles. Advocates of business interests claim this shift will better reflect mines, railroads, agriculture, and commerce in the Senate and improve legislative competence on vital national concerns.
The Denison Review endorses Col. Alonzo Abernethy of Crawford County for state superintendent. It lauds his education leadership, Civil War service, and Republican credentials, arguing he can harmonize interests, form a strong cabinet, and advance state schools. It notes national recognition and calls for unity within the party.
A notice reports a pony taken up by Olegan of Howard Township on December 14, 1886. The animal is described as iron gray with blemish on the front feet and is valued at 75 dollars.
By virtue of a general execution from the Circuit Court of the State of Town Story County, W D Lucas sues Thomas Thompson Thomas Lackous and Ole Edwinson. It levies on the north half of the northeast quarter of section 15 township 4 north range 20 west. The sale, to satisfy the execution, is at the sheriff’s office on February day, 1 o'clock PM. A K Banas is Sheriff of Story County Iowa, dated January in Nevada.
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