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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1879
Page
2
Pas Nursery announces the February issue delivering juvenile literature. The brightest and most entertaining selections appear in AWTS TOWA content for young readers this Friday morning edition.
The Boston Post notes no objections to Secretary Evarts pursuing the Presidency, except that if elected he would likely fail to deliver his oral address before the 1884 election.
A reflection on county politics stirring public interest as ambitious men hope to be chosen or passed over at the forthcoming convention, with a call to recognize their desirability or lack thereof.
Congressmen Potter of New York and Bragg of Wisconsin announce their opposition to recognizing Southern war claims. They state the government should not be responsible for damages claimed from Union troops in the South.
Joan A Logan of Illinois Roscoe Conkling from New York Dan Voorhees Indiana Don Cameron Pennsylvania O H Platt Connecticut Geo G West Mississippi Z B Vance North Carolina Matt H Carpenter Wisconsin honored during the week with elections to United States Senate seats.
Born houses of the Kansas legislature passed a resolution asking Congress for a re survey of the state line between Kansas and Missouri to show that Kansas City Missouri property belongs in Kansas. The move draws strong interest with Kansas City favoring annexation.
General Butler writes from Minneapolis defending his 1860 Charleston Convention votes for Jefferson Davis. He argues his hypothetical presidency would have yielded better North human liberty concerns than a Northern doughface. The remark is brushed aside as proof of Butler’s alignment with Confederate sympathies.
Justice Hunt probably cannot resume his seat on the Supreme Court due to a chronic illness and recent paralysis. The vacancy will likely be filled by President Hayes through retirement and pension or a stronger demand as required by circumstances.
Ollive, a wealthy Nebraska figure owning tens of thousands of cattle and large land holdings, is said to have tortured two citizens to death. He appears to use money to evade justice while the Kearney county sheriff is described as subservient. A fair trial is expected to determine his guilt.
The text mocks Congress as ineffective with droning sessions and frivolous debate. It cites War Pension bill debates as wasteful and blames leaders for the lack of progress while noting the Senate pace slows as lobbyists flock during closing days.
Governor Talbot laments agriculture’s downturn in Massachusetts noting youth migration elsewhere and farm abandonments. He cites low population and valuations, cheap land, nearby markets, and accessible life traits as factors while urging diligent inquiry and funding to study and address the issue.
The House approved a plan allowing depositor transfers to government certificates of deposit at 3 percent, redeemable for 4 percent bonds, aimed at funding five-twenties. Vote 117 to 72, with Kelley of Pennsylvania and Boller of Massachusetts leading opposition as critics call it a sham.
The article notes 1876 U S business failures reached 10 478 with liabilities of 234 353 132 a 19 rise from the prior year The repeal of the bankrupt law boosted failures while some regions show different patterns The piece discusses political forecasts around Grant Hancock and Ohio politics and ends with Georgia colored citizens' labor trends in Columbus and Oglethorpe areas
Senator Eaton of Connecticut denounces Edmunds for separating amendments from the Constitution proposing a caucus substitute hold that the Constitution and all its amendments stand as a single sovereign charter. He outlines three points asserting Democrats defend the whole document while Republicans press Reconstruction era laws and amendments. The debate signals party lines shaping the next presidential cycle.
The article describes how telegraphic links bind global events, enabling near instantaneous reporting for daily newspapers. It notes the substantial costs and efforts behind gathering and presenting the world’s happenings.
An Ohio correspondent notes leaders from both parties are scrutinizing possible candidates for Governor and Senator as they seek a viable dark horse. Garfield is favored for Senatorial aims and statewide influence, while his appetite to become Governor is muted though he seeks next fall’s victory.
The article extols Governor Gear as the most capable in practical duties and economic management. It notes his hands on inspections of state institutions, businesslike scrutiny of purchases, and thrift as key to running state affairs. Ex Secretary Usher interviews discuss Tilden, Grant, and Judge Edmunds as presidential prospects.
The Mark Lane Express notes wheat plant prospects uneven due to temperature swings and warns it will take another month or six weeks to judge the crop. English wheat remains damp or sprouted in both London and provincial markets as imports stay moderate.
The Abbeville Alabama Register notes many farmers have broken land and plan plowing as weather allows. Locals expect a successful crop year with preparations aimed at a large yield. They claim a crop failure has not occurred in any year ending in nine.
An editorial warns of rising death rates from winter illnesses and credit Loeshee’s German Syrup with preventing fever and lung trouble. It cites Druggists and claims over 950000 bottles sold last year with no failures.
An advertisement extols Parkers Ginger Tonic as a cure for coughs colds sore throats and lung pains. It claims the tonic acts on blood skin and mucous surfaces to prevent consumption relieve chest pain and aid digestion and nervous symptoms with a dollar bottle and sample offer through J J Bousquet.
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