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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1880
Page
2
Evitor Russet of the Davenport Gazette is cited as a leading candidate to succeed Hiram Price. The choice would likely please the newspaper fraternity across the state according to the Ames Intelligencer report from January 2, 1880.
When Grant reached Washington he visited the White House to pay respects to the nation’s chief magistrate but found Hayes away visiting a New Jersey cousin. Ohio fellows do cut deep in this regional lament.
The piece argues that bribery and plunder have become common in politics and questions how the will of the people voiced at the polls can be subverted by the party with the most votes. It challenges the strong man approach as a solution.
In a volatile broadcast the Tax Ute Commission asserts no prisoners will be surrendered and urges decisive action. The missive claims the lady captives faced outrage during capture and warns that any further provocation by settlers would be pointless. If combat erupts, the commission calls for substantial force.
The writer dismisses Mr Weaver's plan to compensate Civil War soldiers by gold value, arguing it would require far more money than the nation can spare and would be dishonest. The bill is framed as campaign buncombe to boost Weaver in the seventh district.
A cautious review expresses hope that Prof Epison's lamp, tested in limited areas, may revolutionize lighting by replacing coal gas and oil. It notes December 1879 could mark an epoch if large scale trials prove successful and weather and cost meet promises.
A Rocky Mountain cold wave pushes into the nation indicating severe atmospheric conditions. Northwest stations report temperatures of 40 degrees below zero and more, with Breckenridge Minnesota at 39 below, Grand Forks 50 below, and St. Vincent 58 below, exceeding last winter and Nordenskjold’s Siberian records.
The New York Herald column condemns Maine's electoral overturn as an outrage masking party gain. It argues politicians seek office, emoluments, and power, noting the phrase as Maine goes so goes the Union and questioning the future of the Union if trends continue.
A discussion on the need for better evidence of value beyond Herd Book pedigrees for pure bred dairy cows. Purchasers grow skeptical while experts note that even registered cows may be worthless brutes despite perfect lineage.
The American Agriculturist endorses tests for pure bred dairy cows to link their character and quality with pedigree. A system would publish authentic progeny achievements with each cow’s record, helping buyers assess value even without expertise.
Long, opinionated note cites Maine and Louisiana 1876 1879 cases as evidence of partisan corruption. Calls for a radical cure of the disease, warns that free institutions rely on honest elections, and urges ministers and honest men to oppose impropriety across parties. Mentions Gov Garcelon and state election laws. The piece ends urging vigilance and reform across the nation.
January number opens the seventh volume with a Holiday issue packed with solid articles and poems. Notable pieces include The Persecution of the Huguenots by Alfred H. Gurnsey and Antioch in Syria by Godfrey A. Hudson.
State of Iowa Story County notice of general execution issued by the District Court. J. L. Dana versus Mathew Elliott. property description for the south half of the southeast quarter of the northeast quarter of section 13 township 82 north range 24 west. Sale set for January 17 at 11 a.m. at Nevada Court House. debt $269.90 plus costs and 10 percent interest from judgment date. costs $6.85. cash sale to highest bidder. Sheriff J. F. Giuecere, dated December 12, 1879.
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