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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1891
Page
2
The passage praises General Sherman as a disciplined, loyal leader equal to Grant and Sheridan. It recalls the Union’s organization and a vision of future reunions beyond the river, emphasizing obedience to higher command and the fighter spirit of the era.
Reverend Wayland Hoyt recalls how fear gripped residents as an unbeliever questioned Mrs Stewart about the apocalypse. Mrs Stewart replies she hopes it ends for Mr Stewart’s sake.
Admiral Porter, a distinguished naval figure with Mexican and Civil War service, died last Friday after declining health. He joined the navy in 1676, and his family has a long legacy of naval service. The office will be abolished, and his remains were buried in Arlington cemetery with military honors following a funeral in a chosen place.
In a Gate City report the Burlington public schools superintendent endorses promotions based on selective examinations. He estimates the current written exams could be cut from ten percent to about five percent, arguing a reduced testing burden would ease fatigue and anxiety for pupils.
The State Normal school sent graduates a list of questions about how their training could have been more useful to their professional work. Responses show honest workers produced, with many alumni suggesting reforms to improve practical and efficient teaching. President Seerley will consider these earnest suggestions to guide ongoing educational effort.
A reflective piece on the ethics of giving notes that true gifts are intelligent and voluntary rather than purchased or performed for show. It argues generosity reveals culture and character, with thankfulness as a practiced virtue beyond mere money given.
Washington correspondent reports the president pleased by Brazil reciprocity treaty praised across parties, while House actions block free coinage rider. Several congressmen switch positions on silver, with Farmers Alliance observers disappointed. State notices include water works for Storm Lake and local business shifts in Grinnell, Callender, Creston, and Keokuk.
A long summary notes minority reports from Democrats on a committee, daily 11 to 6 sessions with evening meetings planned in both chambers, and criticisms of Jay Gould backed lobbying. It mentions pension fee changes, Farmers Alliance actions, and Sioux Indian delegation hearings to Secretary Noble.
The Russell Publishing Co sends a specimen copy of their illustrated children's magazine to any child born in 1885 or 1886 whose address is sent. It is promoted as one of the best magazines for children.
At a meeting of the W.C. T. U. Feb. Ltd a resolution praised the Herald’s stance that there will be no backward steps on prohibition. A quoted line from "Uncle Eseks" notes the minority often wins in the end, echoed by a remark on God being a minority when votes are counted.
The Reflector notes a $75 monthly art music teacher in schools who teaches all children but faces reluctance. Pupils sung at home and Sunday school but resisted the professional in a room. A visiting DJ lectured on music’s heavenly power, then asked who would sing and all kept their seats. Suggests old fashioned discipline may be needed in the classroom.
The president spoke to Indians urging them to avoid warfare with whites and to educate their youths to become citizens. He promised government protection for peaceful, industrious Indians and encouraged them to pursue peaceful trades. Indians then shook hands with him and left.
Gen. B. F. Butler, famed Union and postwar figure, heads the Georgia Alabama Investment and Development Co. He plans a major Southern tour next month visiting New Orleans and other key cities to assess project potential and promote rebuilding in Dixie amid mixed public reception.
The Prince of Wales will attend the wedding of Miss Garner of New York and the Marquis of Breteuil in Pau, marking a notable royal presence at the ceremony.
The Nauvoo Illinois postmaster received a money order advice issued at Hackett Post Office and signed by Hackett postmasters for a man named Hackett in Nauvoo.
Fragmentary obituary notes the Duke of Bedford who died by suicide after aiding his daughter with a lavish wedding trousseau worth a hundred thousand dollars while suggesting limited charitable activity otherwise.
An advertisement touts Hall's Catarrh Cure with a 100 dollar reward and testimonials. It also notes railroad commissioners Chairman Campbell, Spencer Smith and John W. Luke traveling to Washington for an international conference beginning March 3. The column mentions Frances Hodgson Burnett trying mind cure in Boston and Dr King’s New Discovery claims, with local test offers.
AnK promotional piece touts Restorative Nervine as the remedy for what it describes as hysterical impulsive behavior in eloping girls. It cites Dr Franklin Miles and notes trials bottles and a book of cures available free at L M Bosworth's, also advertising Miles New Heart.
A New Yorker returning from London reports Alan Arthur son of the late President has grown portly but remains a fine looking gentleman. He studies law and plans to join his father’s former firm in New York. In England he enjoys high society and the Prince of Wales set, noted for his horsemanship and daring cross country rides.
The article recalls Secretary Windom's sunny temper and courtesy as a beloved cabinet figure. It notes his legacy through a New York banquet speech on free coinage of silver, where he warned that bi metallist policy could lead to silver mono metallism and harsh economic contraction. The piece emphasizes his belief in equal rights and humane conduct.
The article profiles prominent New York lawyers including James C. Carter John E Parsons and Wheeler B Peckham. It recounts Dillon’s move from judgeship to high earning practice and lecturing at Columbia. Choate is praised for mastery of rhetoric and courtroom presence with Evarts leading his firm.
The piece profiles Frederick R. Coudert and John E. Parsons as leading figures in international and English law, noting Coudert’s polish and temperate advocacy and Parsons’s vast sugar trust fee and influence. It also profiles Wheeler H. Peckham and family, with Peckham’s municipal reform chairmanship and broad social network.
An advertisement urges readers to take the tonic electric bitters to restore nervous health. It promises improved appetite digestion and liver and kidney function with a bottle priced at 50 cents sold by L. M. Boss.
An unnamed narrator, recovered from a long lung illness, promises a free prescription to fellow sufferers for curing consumption asthma catarrh bronchitis and throat and lung diseases. Those interested should write to Rev Edward A Wilson Williamsburg Kings County New York to receive the remedy at no cost.
An 1890 Cosmopolitan issue notes it prints one hundred thousand copies and touts its editorial quality. The ad offers subscriptions for the Cosmopolitan and The Intelligencer, claiming superior articles and illustrations, and promises value beyond other magazines for a year.
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