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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1878
Page
2
Boor and Calhoun counties have elected congressional delegates who will back Carpenter. We believe these are the only Ninth district counties to hold delegate conventions so far, with several more to be held tomorrow including Story.
Patterson, cited by his son, is described as red hot for bouncing Hayes and expects to be turned out of the White House early in December. It marks his first public appearance in a long time and hints at past relapses without details.
The first day of evidence before the Potter Investigating Commission highlights that men once trusted and with clean records can be impeached by a witness like Anderson who admits willingness to commit a crime if rewarded.
Postmaster General Key claims he and Mr Stephens voice the sentiments of the better class of Southern people and aim to keep the South from being driven by violent partisan leaders. He dismisses abuse as irrelevant and notes Southern talk and votes run against him.
Mr Stervens criticizes the fraud crusade as potentially harmful, says he does not seek a new party but warns a committee seeking fraud may cause irreparable injury. He contrasts Potter's intent with a terrier’s mischief and claims the aim is to unseat the President if possible.
Our townsman E. D. Fenn is nominated for State Treasurer by the Democratic Convention at Cedar Rapids. The Watchman notes his qualifications and business acumen, asserting he is well suited for the duties. The piece also hints at local political maneuvering and allied figures seeking support for county nominations.
The Davernport Gazette reports Representative Oliver of the Ninth District, long linked to Greenback sentiment, declines to run under the Greenback banner and supports currency expansion and resumption. He argues that resumption would release hoarded gold and greenbacks, increasing money supply and reviving business prosperity.
The text notes Democrats write to the President denouncing the Potter movement yet pledge loyalty when pressed by party discipline. It questions how many would purify communications or vote against the lotter movement, suggesting private boasts give way to public support, and claims the President has faced only soft words and formal kicks.
The passage quotes Oliver P Morton Napoleon Bonaparte Andrew Jackson Salmon P Chase and Abraham Lincoln arguing for a safe return to specie currency and gold standard as government policy. It blames redundant paper money for economic instability and supports convertibility and monetary reform. It also discusses Southern attitudes toward President Hayes and bayonet removals in South Carolina and Louisiana.
The era’s press argues Republicans gain from Potter inquiries and army cuts while Hayes defense and Grant restoration loom. Editors warn of civil strife if incumbents are toppled and praise Grant’s orderkeeping, with Democratic hopes riding on Tilden’s ascent and Republican missteps.
The Potter committee adopts a secret inquiry approach to exclude the press and public, targeting Democratic members with claims of damning evidence held by the cabal. It alleges threats and intimidation to secure votes on the investigation, while doubt spreads about the credibility of the presented proof and re election pressures.
The piece argues that fear of convention challenges paralyzes Democratic congressmen as Tilden allies push a plot to push Potter’s resolution through. It claims deception and exaggerated charges were used to sway votes, aiming to control nominating conventions and advance Tilden’s political fortunes.
Obituaries record Capt. D. O. Lee first mayor of Independence and Mrs. Graham Thorne’s death. Reports include a fatal horse kick near Denison, a Cedar Falls Sabbath School convention, suicides in Harlan, a Council Bluffs murder arrest, a man jailed for stealing his own plow, and a Manchester wagon accident. Also notes a double Mason and a Harangue about a self harmed elder, lightning death in Union township, and a Benton county murder by hammer.
In Bremer County Iowa Priscilla Mullen aged 43 died May 4 1878 after paralysis left her right arm and hand useless. In July 1877 at Clear Lake National Camp meeting she received healing by baptism of the Holy Ghost restoring strength, witnessed by many including the writer.
A June 1 cyclone struck Apair County destroying the James Duff house and barn. Mrs Duff and a 15 year old boy were fatally injured. the boy died later and the mother was sinking rapidly. Heavy rain followed with more destruction between here and Casey.
An advertisement touts Shiloh's System Vitalizer as a guaranteed cure for dyspepsia liver complaint consumption and general debility. It lists price options 10 ets and 75 ets and credits Thomas & McLain as the sellers.
Advertisement claiming cures for rheumatic and nervous diseases with Firten's Automatic Remedy and Liver Pills. Mentions gravel deposits and bladder kidney support. Agents listed: Thomas & McLain in Ames. Includes guarantee of relief and druggist procurement.
An assortment of 19th century patent medicines is advertised, touting Eifert’s Extract of Tar and Wild Cherry as a fast remedy for coughs and asthma, Dr. Winchell’s Teething Syrup for children, Uncle Sam’s Condition Powder for livestock, and Dr. Marshall’s cough syrups for humans and pets, with low prices and widespread availability.
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