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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1885
Page
2
The ad proclaims Hop Bitters as the creator of cures for numerous diseases. It states testimonials are not published, promises reference to users or neighbors, and asserts universal efficacy across all neighborhoods worldwide.
A prominent Pittsburg physician joked to a patient about trying Hop Bitters for her lingering illness. She took the remedy seriously and regained permanent health, leaving the doctor amused yet displeased that his joke cost him a patient.
An old warning claims doctors charging $3 per visit would cost over $1,000 yearly for daily care. It promotes Hop Bitters as a timely remedy to save that expense and illness costs.
The exchange questions if Mr Godfrey can recover and be at work again after being told he is beyond help. A claim is made that he is cured by a simple remedy, despite diagnoses of kidney and liver trouble and expressions that doctors had given him up.
Blaine and Logan aim for Ohio as the campaign narrows. TueEReE raises cash in London and warns of sudden loss under a dynamite charge. The Boston Herald chief of the mugwumps predicts Democratic unrest against the Administration at fall conventions.
In Brooklyn last Sunday Henry Ward Beecher said Col Ingersoll is as good a man as many preachers in the pulpit and praised his character during the speech.
The Washington monument has been struck twice this season, challenging the adage that lightning never strikes twice in one place. Plans call for protecting the shaft with twenty seven rods to deter future strikes.
An old Washington clerk asserts that 4,000 lottery tickets are bought monthly by department employees and that female clerks are as persistent buyers as male clerks.
Richard F. Merrick a distinguished Washington lawyer who rose to prominence at the bar died Tuesday. He was among the counsel who represented the United States in the prosecution of the star route cases.
A recent careful calculation shows only one man in forty three who applies for a Federal office gains it. Many recipients are described as being spoiled for any useful purpose after obtaining the position.
Col. Elliot Suaritz of Marshall is told to submit his resignation by July 1 as his successor will be appointed around that time. His commission runs to November 1887 and he says his place is one he will not surrender.
The passage notes that at the current pace President Cleveland would have changed every Presidential office before completing half his term, but it suggests he may quicken his pace as he gains experience and "gets his hand in."
In a recent interview Senator John Sherman said the administration is groping along doing as little harm as possible while aiming to restore the rebels to power whenever there is a chance. He argued it is hard to see them trying to put these men back in power after opposition efforts.
Inter Ocean notes that two months ago wheat stood at 81 cents in Chicago and farmers delaying selling could see prices surpass one dollar per bushel. The piece indicates strong signals toward higher prices regardless of European demand.
After a week at Mt McGregor General Grant's physicians report he is much improved and better than when he left New York. Dr. Douglas says he could not have lived had he stayed in New York with the weather there. The general, though unable to resist the disease, is clearer and stronger due to the change of air and climate.
The Greenbackers of Mahaska county reject fusion and elect a delegation of their strongest men to the State Convention. This first county Greenbacker convention signals potential pressure on Weaver and his bargainers to bring the party to the Democracy.
Wa-Ha-Ma the chief of the Musquakie Indians in Tama County has died at age 100. A warrior in early life with Sac and Fox roots, he reportedly swallowed a silver dollar about a year ago, hindering his ability to resume payments. He left for the hunting grounds with one dollar in his treasury, noted as a humorous contrast to federal confiscations.
Sioux City’s $1000 license plan to restaurants fails as saloon operators remain outlaws under the liquor statute. They viewed the license as paying penalty without city protection and refuse further payments. The restaurants still operate while the saloon trade resists, deeming the measure ineffective.
A republished prophecy warns of a universal carnival of death from 1880 to 1887 with mass deaths, storms, floods, disease, famine, and civil wars. It foresees global upheaval, a reappearance of the star of Bethlehem, and a potential Pacific peace during terrible upheavals with few survivors.
Delegates in Iowa receive a fervent call to unite for Woman Suffrage and temperance. Frances Gage quotes urge readers to support the Woman’s Journal. A Des Moines marriage of President Leigh Hunt and Miss Jessie Noble is described as a quiet, influential society event.
The article notes a familiar headline as bowel complaints spread from Long Island to West Virginia Pennsylvania and the south last fall and winter. It urges prep and claims Chamberlain's Coca Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy offers relief with 20 50 and 1 dollar bottles sold by druggists.
A Chicago suspect traveling on the Illinois Central put his hand into a young lady's muff. The startled woman demanded he remove it within an hour or she would call the railway police.
The ad describes piles with back and abdomen weight and digestive symptoms. It claims Dr Bosanko's Pile Remedy absorbs tumors and relieves itching for a permanent cure. Price 50 cents. Address Bosanko Medicine Co. Piqua Ohio. Sold by Pickett and Co.
Advertises Bucxien’s Arnica Salve as the best treatment for cats injuries ulcers fever sores tetter chilblains corns and skin eruptions. Guarantees satisfaction or money back. Price 25 cents per box. Sold by Pickett & Co Palace Drug Store.
Originator of Dr Bosanko Cough and Lung Syrup praised as a favorite remedy for coughs colds and lung issues priced 50 cents and 1.00 sold by J N Pickett Co Postal rate changes after July 1 increase one ounce letter to two cents. Letter praises Parker's Hair Balsam for hair regrowth and health with user testimonial from KR W. T. of New York.
Perkins and Son advertise market fresh beef pork mutton veal sausage lard and tallow with a call for patronage from Ames and surrounding area.
An advertisement touts Beggs Cherry Cow Group as a mild safe remedy for chest and lung distress. It claims quick relief with no harm to infants and offers sample bottles for free.
Soren Peterson, employed on Peter Normanson’s farm, was badly injured last Tuesday evening when an axe slipped cutting a deep gash in his left foot. W D Gandrup treated him and he is doing as well as could be expected.
An old advertisement touts Beggs Blood Purifier and Blood Maker as cures for blood disorders. It claims the blood becomes sluggish and poisoned seasonally and promises to separate poisons, relieve headaches, and avert diseases. Free sample bottles are offered.
On farm mortgages at six per cent annual interest principal payable in installments at option of borrower. J. A. Fitchpatrick Nevada Iowa. GP Subscriptions to New York Boston Chicago and Des Moines papers agricultural horticultural stock papers also Century Larpers Lallou's Magazine or any paper you want. Save you money at Corner Drug Store by L. M. Bosworth.
An advertisement claims tired weakness comes from impure blood and poor circulation. It promotes Beggs Lieod Purifer and local Maker as blood cleansers to restore vigor, offering one hundred doses for one dollar with warranty.
GF Wright and Richmond advertise park wagon courtland wagon brewer spring top buggy and other wagons for sale or trade. They will exchange for cash or take in trade a good driving horse and a new milch cow.
Crowds gather at J. H. Pickett & Co's Drug Store as free samples of Dr. Bosanko's Cough and Lung Syrup are distributed. The syrup, billed as a remedy for coughs colds consumption and bronchitis, draws attention with its popular claim and advertised price of regular size at a cent or less.
Ordinance No 56 orders a sidewalk on the north side of Sycamore Street from Douglas Street to the cemetery. Construction uses three sixteen foot planks on cross sleepers. low spots raised on stone or timber to stay above high water. Property owners from Douglas to Kingsbury add to fund. town covers from Kingsbury corner to cemetery via subscriptions. Ordinance takes effect after publication in Ames Intelligence. Parley Sheldon, Mayor.
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