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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1888
Page
3
The Bntelligencer notes the Democratic National Convention will be held in Lews on June fifth. Delegates and supporters anticipate key policy debates and formal nomination proceedings.
The Louisville Courier Journal predicts the President's message will set the Democratic platform and please every true Republican. It notes that even a fraction of reform bills could require constant vigilance to avoid legal trouble, implying a strained legal environment.
A partisan flare surrounds Biarxe's letter as supporters praise its honesty and magnanimity while opponents refuse consolation. The public debate centers on the writer's selflessness and merit, fueling ongoing national discourse.
The author contrasts early party aims with modern ones, noting the first Republican era faced filling a drained treasury while the later Democratic era confronts emptying a filled treasury. The piece argues that partisan differences persist in fiscal aims across eras.
Fragmentary remarks accuse Twe Democrats and Senators from river cities of pushing coat protections for meat and question why such policies suit Iowa but not the nation. The speaker frames it as a test of true democracy versus free trade, arguing broadly about home production and fairness.
Mr. and Mrs. M J Merritt of MraDVILLE claim the nation’s oldest married status. Married February 11 1813 the couple observed their 75th anniversary with 16 children 94 grandchildren and 35 great grandchildren present. He 97 she 90 remain healthy and alert.
The text compares Henry George and his Anti Poverty Society to a California speculator, noting how the original speculator profits while the masses lose. It claims the society aided George in improving his finances but leaves the poor with burden, suggesting his move to join Cleveland and Governor Hill in a Jeffersonian simplicity movement.
Two Reverends Reverends Sam Jones and Small present stark views on the Democratic party. Jones proclaims deep involvement and sacrifice for the party including past acts stated in a confessional tone.
The Secretary of War reports to Congress a tabulated militia roster showing 782 general officers 1 105 general staff 1 688 regimental officers 5 885 company officers totaling 8 210 commissioned officers 2 900 musicians 71 396 privates and 106 837 enlisted men. Unorganized duty estimates reach 7 920 765 though some figures rest on War Department estimates.
The Chicago Journal mocks free trade blunders by noting farmers in ten western states owe 3.322 billion dollars, with Illinois farmers bearing 620 million. It argues that spread over Illinois farmland, the burden would impractically amount to about 240 dollars per acre.
Dr G G Green of Woodbury New Jersey advocates federal laws to regulate patent medicines and require professional examination before licensing proprietary recipes. He warns against quack doctors and counterfeit cures and calls for government oversight to protect public health. The piece mentions Bosehee's German Syrup and Green's August Flower.
Weekly transfers list from Land Loan and Abstract Office of J A Finch Prat Rick Nevada Iowa. Elleny Halverson to Knute Mikelson and others with parcels in sections 25 2 2A and related admr deeds valued at thousands. W M Greeley to Ed Reinertson 14 acre tract in section 24. D G France to Charley France lot in 30 with warranty deed. B R Akle to A S Carver west half of northwest quarter. H J Howe to Martin Muschick Sr southwest quarter and northwest quarter valued at 120 dollars. Orson Child to Joan Coyner various ex parcels valued at 5000. C W Wood to Carrie Gifford sub lot parcels valued at 1000. Muschick Jr to Muschick Sr property valued at 51 90. A M Jenks to Ole Apland lots in Sheldahl Crossing. Story County Trustees Seventh Day Adventist Church parcel lot 9 in 39 Nevada valued at 100. D W C Beck to O B Engmann lot 2 in Cambridge 525. Martin Larsen to Anders Anderson lot 37 in Burris addition Nevada 3160. Benjamin Confare to Thomas and Ole Erickson net and set in 84 23 value 34250. Nels Anfanson to Peter Nelson net 16 82 24 2200. Emeline Cooper to Manford Cooper west northwest quarter 6 83 23 1600. Bridget Mulcahy et al to David Mulcahy set 21 83 21 1 0. Frank Rader to W H Dosch east set 7 84 21 1250.
The month lists new piano and vocal works from Smith Gobbaerts Chopin Mendelssohn and Hofmann designs. Pieces include Assyrian Monarch March Fire and Flame Galop Valse and Rondo with several songs and a male quartet. Prices range from 2 to 60 cents. Oliver Ditson & Co. Boston offers delivery on receipt of price.
North Carolina insurance man Hawlin from Winston reports hip disease and white swelling with knee swelling and a weaker body. He credits Swift’s Specific with rebuilt strength appetite and energy after spring use. Frizzel of Farmersville Texas notes arm and leg eruptions healed after three large bottles. Treatise on Blood and Skin Diseases mailed free to Swift, Drawer 3, Atlanta Ga.
In Paris Texas excitement followed the recovery of J E Corley once helpless and despondent. A trial bottle of Dr King s New Discovery led to relief and full recovery after two bottles and two boxes of pills. He gained thirty six pounds. Massachusetts pastor dismissed for smoking tobacco exits under a cloud.
Scrotula dyspepsia gout and erysipelas are claimed to be cured by the blood purifier Hibbard's Rheumatic Syrup. The product is offered for sale by L. M. Bosworth and J. H. Pickett & Co.
Fragrance advertisement for Hackmetack perfume offered at 25 and 50 cents. Product branded PS Gold by J H Pickett and Co promotes lasting scent and value in a compact catalog entry.
Bucklen's Arnica Salve advertised as the best salve for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions. Guaranteed to give perfect satisfaction or money refunded. Price 25 cents per box. For sale by Pickett & Co Palace Drug Store.
A note urges locking the canal gates yet states no current theft risk. It also advises travelers to carry Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy for quick relief. The INTELLIGENCER and Weekly State Register offer a one year price of $1.75 cash in advance.
The note claims universal praise for Hibbard's Throat and Lung Balm offered for sale by L. M. Bosworth and J. H. Pickett & Co.
Unanimous endorsements appear for Electric Bitters as the top remedy for liver kidney and blood issues with Dr D Sault of Bippus Indiana and Abraham Flare of Bellville Ohio praising its effectiveness. The ads claim widespread relief, offer half dollar bottles, and promote Haines Golden Specific as a liquor habit cure added from Cincinnati.
Local notes from Story County describe winter weather, sick children, school term activities, and staff applications. A Pleasant Ridge teaching assignment is noted, livestock shipments and corn prices fall, and a literary society elected new officers. A memorial for John Peterson is shared along with school program highlights and a spelling class burlesque.
In this lesson Matt 21 1 16, Jesus enters Jerusalem as Messiah amid praise from the multitude. He quietly fulfills prophecy by sending for the ass, then overturns trade in the temple’s court of the Gentiles, driving out merchants and money changers while warnings and reactions from the priests and scribes unfold.
A reader from a small city writes of waiting for a railroad and dreaming of a national capital, noting the town’s central U S location. The letter mentions spring preparations and Mr Mather settling at Mr Osborn's place.
Updates mention Mr 8S. E. Hiestand replacing Mr Mather on the widow MacDaniel farm while Albert Clark moves to P R Craigs farm to work cocklebars this summer. Also a newborn boy to Mr and Mrs A M Bingman, and school term news in Bloomington.
Evening skating at Norman's pond drew lively crowds with reinforcements from Slater as residents noted a festive mix of merriment and misgiving. Other items report moves of Ole Zachariason to Roland and C G Johnson to town, local election results, and a closing school month with literary exercises and a lamp presentation to Mrs. Clark.
In brief notes on health and tonics, ads tout Green's August Flower for dyspepsia, Chamberlain's Pain Balm for sore throat, Shiloh's Vitalizer guarantee, St Patrick's Pills as a cathartic and liver remedy, and a testimonial of rapid recovery with Balsam, all sold by local druggists and retailers.
An advertisement claims Shiloh's Vitalizer cures indigestion constipation and dizziness and boosts appetite. It presents the product as a positive treatment with claims of health benefits and a yellow skin remedy.
An advertisement lists letter head pricing from 3.40 to 5.00 and note head costs from 2.25 to 3.00 per thousand.
The local notice lists pricing for business briefs at ten cents a line per week, five cents a line if continued, and five cents a line for the head of Business Brevities each week. Rates remain fixed unless a yearly contract allows variation.
The ad review promotes Syrup of Figs as a gentle liquid laxative for constipation indigestion and piles, touting its safe pleasant taste and family usefulness. Also cited is Hibard's Throat and Balsam praised by a girl whose mother bought it. both products sold by L. M. Bosworth and J. H. Pickett & Co.
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