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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1880
Page
2
Turvy reports Horatio Seymour is approaching the Democratic presidential nomination. Anti Tilden Democrats favor him and, at present, Seymour shows cautious openness on the question, signaling he will likely accept if pressured.
The Town Governor Joux H. Gear has shown notable attention to agriculture in his message. The Clipper notes his appeal to a sympathetic class whose goodwill could prove valuable even if their influence remains uncertain.
Col Eiboeck of the Des Moines Independent questions brother editors about excessive laudation for aspiring politicians. He notes that after puffing leads to high office editors gain little thanks or consideration, and that others besides politicians may engage in similar praise.
The piece notes English figures remark on American western prairies surpassing cotton and canebrakes, with foreign magazines focusing on U S food supplies. It cites Lord Derby praising the United States as a vast, potentially leading nation likely to stay united and prominent.
A Western member of Congress proposes placing a swivel gun on the Speaker’s desk to enforce rules, giving Speaker Randall authority to shout down violators. The idea, though extreme, is praised as a dramatic way to restore order, with a funeral-like atmosphere seen as beneficial for the House and nation.
The tax effort to choke discussion in Congress on financial measures will fail as many statesmen in the Senate and House have much information to share. Within a month expect a flood of financial wisdom, with Bayard’s resolution on greenbacks, a National Banks reserve bill, Calbersen’s plan to end the National Bank system, and other proposals. Debate will penetrate both houses and shape the presidential campaign regardless of action.
A Philadelphia political note claims Grant friends may withdraw his name if February Republicans lack unanimity. Washington sources dispute this, noting confidants abroad consider withdrawal likely as county results dampen Grant support. Blaine gains strength with counties instructing for him, prompting Cameron to push February convention and hasten rival momentum. Cameron reportedly outmaneuvered.
A Marshalltown writer to the State Register endorses Hon. J. H. Bradley for Attorney General. Bradley, longtime Republican judge, district attorney, and circuit judge in the Eleventh District, is praised for prompt impartial work and a strong Supreme Court record. The letter notes twenty-two years in law and fifteen years in judicial office.
The speaker describes Judge Bradley as renowned beyond his district and across Iowa. His legal ability, extensive experience in ruling on questions, and genuine citizen worth position him as a peer to any Iowa attorney general候.
The Columbus Georgia Sun reports General Grant criticizes postwar policy arguing military rule should have continued until reunion terms favored by the victor. He blames universal black suffrage for Democratic gains and notes potential third term support from extremists.
The report shows aggregates for merchandise including agricultural products and manufactures. Exports from the United States rise from 739,895,889 to 751,320,183 dollars while imports fall from 430,830,228 to 385,523,711 dollars over the two years ending November 30.
The document notes the United States exported over five hundred seventy five million dollars more than it imported in two years. It explains payments received largely as returned bonds and some as specie, with gold and silver valued at 60,239,811 dollars in the period ending November 30, 1878 and 1879. It lists exports figures of 27,097,156 and SB,823,125 along with other totals.
The text discusses how foreign demand and grain prices affect the American market, noting that speculation raises prices and could reduce consumption. It predicts mixed concessions, with higher costs depressing use and uncertainly about whether prices will rise or fall to balance exports. It cites American Agriculturist on demand and pricing dynamics.
The February Scribbers Monthly argues the 1880 election will be exceptionally close with both parties ready to claim the government. It warns the revolutionary mood since 1876 risks free government as Democrats push for power and Republicans resist overhaul while railing at patronage and vast government machinery.
For sale an well improved 80 acre farm located one mile west of Ontario. Terms described as very fair. Call at the premises near address Hi T Maarix Odebolt Iowa.
Chicago Tribune argues that powerful railroad attorneys backed by a $4 billion monopoly are spending heavily to defeat a reform bill. It claims tolls and confiscations hurt producers, warns voters to defeat legislators who oppose the measure, and urges party lines to be set aside to empower the will of the people.
The London Globe notes Peter the Great letters will be edited by a commission and published in roughly fifteen volumes with notes. It asks whether Eugene Schuyler consulted them for his Peter the Great biography and mentions abundant Russian sources and over 400 automatons from Europe.
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