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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1878
Page
2
A compact report notes ironies emerging from recent proceedings. Key figures involved include several named individuals and local organizations, with emphasis on unexpected outcomes and public reaction. Further details are limited by the readable text.
Tus Kearnyites of California had supposed they elected a majority to the State constitution convention and planned to present the main points to the people. Late returns show these communists are left in the lurch and will not adopt the constitution they expected.
The piece notes Hewitt sharpening his defensive tools and refreshing his memory on catechism after a past controversy with Henry Watterson. It highlights Hewitt’s awareness of Watterson's family and their connections, especially those associated with Getham.
The Greenback movement in Massachusetts stands in delicate condition, hanging on whether General Butler runs for Governor. His candidacy could shift several Congressional districts to Democrats, while if he focuses on impeaching the President the party would have little impact in the next election. Current strength exists only in the imaginations of ardent leaders.
Harvard defeated Yale in a four mile race on June 28 at New London Conn in a time of 20 minutes 43 seconds the fastest eight oared race on American waters Yale finished in 21 minutes 29 seconds Yale’s time surpassed previous winners Harvard’s crew shown stronger better trained spectators viewed along the course and the win was decisive after only a few strokes
Treasury Department clerks are being asked a twelve item questionnaire by bureau heads. It probes age state of appointment birth marital status sex and the influence of individuals who helped secure their positions. The data will aid in selecting removals due to reduced Civil Service funds.
The Republican Congressional Committee pushes a larger demand for documents on the 2 Claims, signaling it as the leading issue in the Fail campaign. Southern Congressmen voted against a Constitutional Amendment to bar such payments, with Southern press not blaming them and even suggesting future slave compensation by Emancipation.
At Fort Dodge on Wednesday next the Judicial nominating convention for the Pleventh District will select four candidates for Judge McKenzie Franklin Hawley Webster Mitchell Boone Miracle Hamilton and for Attorney Jno L Stevens Story and Obed Casewell Marshall counties contesting Story county delegates are uninstructed for Judge and may drift before settling on a candidate Story county centers its interests on Stevens whose chances are promising and anticipated as nominee
A reflective quip argues that members not rattled by party pressures reveal a weak party record with few brains to rattle, leaving the record by implication lacking a cohesive party identity.
Tax chief of the Bureau of Statistics reports for the eleven months of the fiscal year ending May that exports of merchandise exceed imports by 246 528 122 dollars. Exports 647 948 788. imports 401 420 666. Gold and silver exports total 30 230 997 with specie imports at 29 330. Net precious metals balance 1 901 687. This marks the largest favorable trade balance in many years.
The Labor Leagues of California gain a delegate majority as parties split. The Boston Journal notes Workingmen aim to shape a new constitution, arguing it will reveal the folly of their theories when discussed openly by the people. The constitution is to be submitted in May 1879, with ruin predicted if wild theories persist.
The Potter Investigating Committee shows its aims fail as the Sherman and Noyes arraignment backfires. Democratic leaders admit the probe lacks solid charges and the Morrison letter appears to abandon the case. After weeks of effort the panel cannot prove offenses against Secretary Sherman beyond the authenticity of a letter.
The Honest Money League publishes extracts from documents of the national committee for organizing greenback clubs. The material portrays threats and insurrection aimed at forcing greenback issuance to cover U S debt. It accuses lawmakers and officials of a conspiracy with bondholders and urges violent acts against holders of bonds and those who support debt payment.
Chicago Tribune denounces a torrent of greenback documents and rhetoric urging repudiation of national debt, arming clubs, and violent acts against officials. It cites calls to revenge wealth holders, threats to government credit, and warnings of secession if reforms fail.
Doctor advert claims the liver governs health and happiness and links digestion to liver action. It hawks Green's August Flower as unequalled for despepsia and liver complaints with trial bottles at 10 cents. Sold by J. J. Bousquet across towns on the Western Continent.
Distemper coughs colds fevers and most ailments of horses cattle sheep hogs and poultry are readily overcome and cured by Uncle Sam's Condition Powder according to plain directions. Sold by all druggists.
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