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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1888
Page
2
The text quotes a Maryland farmer saying he will reduce his flock to a single wether and a shepherd dog to please Mr. Cleveland, arguing for more favorable treatment for foreign wool growers and urging reform in federal wool policy. It mentions the National Democratic Committee and federal office holders present at a meeting.
Henry W Grady, editor of the Atlanta Constitution, lauds Grover Cleveland as the greatest president since Lincoln. He is also quoted as comparing Jefferson Davis to Jesus Christ, a remark shown as sacrilegious by some readers.
A report from Indianapolis notes temperance leaders plan to challenge constitutionality of all license laws. They cite a principle from a U S Supreme Court Kansas case and intend to file test cases in New York and New Jersey.
A furious storm over two days delivered high winds and heavy snow. NYC traffic halted as telegraph lines fell and railroads stopped, leaving business at a standstill. The blizzard compares with the Dakota blow.
Missouri Senator West drew attention by joking about his wide mouth resembling a catfish mouth. He claimed the open gape has hosted rebels since the war and promised it would supply material for future campaign speeches.
Kaiser Wilhelm II dies at 8:30 Friday morning in his 91st year. His son Crown Prince Frederick William becomes Emperor Frederick III and vows no radical shift, promising to continue his father’s policies and carry on the work.
New Jersey pro prohibitionist introduces an assembly bill in Trenton to forbid growing any crop from which intoxicants can be produced. The measure would require uprooting fruit trees berry bushes and destroying corn wheat barley and rye fields.
Cameron's opinion condemns political life for those without wealth and argues money corrupts careers. He asserts political aspirants must fund their rise with gold bricks and that after securing office the system extracts most of their earnings.
About 150 veterans gathered at Irving Hall York last week to form the Per Diem Rated Service Pension Association. The group aims to push the Per Diem Rated Service Pension bill, introduced in the Senate by Hoar and Cameron, seeking a pension of one cent per day for each day of Civil War service.
The reform administration urges officials nationwide to supply names of individuals receiving mail at their offices. The aim is to facilitate distribution of political documents and discussions on the issues, with reform mail matter drawing greater attention than ordinary correspondence.
Boston boxer J L Sulli van and London challenger Charley Mitchell met at Oriel France on Baron Rothschild's estate Saturday. The 39 round bout lasted over three hours before a draw was declared as Mitchell used London prize rules to avoid punishment. Under Weensbury rules he would have been KOed much sooner.
The author notes that while cyclones and road disasters kill many, the 19th century Yellow River flood in China claimed nearly two million lives, a catastrophe so vast it dwarfs any local fatalities and remains scarcely remembered in distant memory.
William Wilson Corcoran, noted financier and public benefactor, died February 24 at 6 am in Washington. Born December 27, 1798 in Georgetown, he built a fortune with George W. Riggs and retired in 1864. His gifts funded the Corcoran Art Gallery and endowments to several institutions including the University of Virginia and Washington College.
A Polk City taxpayer sues the North Western railroad claiming taxes funded the Des Moines and Minneapolis narrow gauge line later converted to standard gauge and moved two miles east. The court affirms lower court, finding no public detriment and noting public interests favor the change.
A March telegram reports a historic blizzard in New York City with snow depths several feet, trains halted, telegraph and telephone service down, and 5,000 people crossing the East River on an ice bridge from Brooklyn. Streets blocked, mails closed, and only elevated rail running as the city lay snow bound.
The text extols Syrup of Figs as a delightful liquid remedy for habitual constipation and indigestion. It emphasizes its pleasant taste, gentle action, cleansing effect, and suitability for all ages, especially women and children, as a favorite family laxative.
A long list of court actions includes defaults and judgments in cases such as U. N. B. of Ames v Wortman and Dragon, Alderman v Alderman, Reed v McGinnes, and Maxwell v Graves. sales of real estate in Baskett v Baskett and Kinsell v Kinsell. divorces granted in Shearer v Shearer and Staves v Staves. settlements in Scott v Scott and Camtal Ins. Co. v Goodin. trials and verdicts in Whitney v Child and Danskin v Ellicott. and criminal findings including State v Vader with a murder intent conviction and six years prison.
The past two weeks bring moves around Kelley with C Gray shifting eastward and Wiltse occupying a vacant house while Foster takes over the Wiltse mansion. Depot staff changes see Lesler leaving and Shepard taking the post. Will Tanner expands grocery stock and aims for solid business. A library project continues as spring tones arrive. An attempted robbery of the C N W Ry depot safe occurred last Friday, hinges broken but the door not opened. Harrington, former station agent, visited. Bale is sick this week. J A Hotzell left for Rockwell City and W Sutter from Plattsmouth arrived.
An old advertisement touts Hibbard's Rheumatic Syrup and Shilohs Cough and Consumption Cure sold by L. M. Bosworth and J. H. Pickett & Co. It claims cures for consumption and rheumatic complaints with a noted guarantee and mock dialogue about Lent balls. Medicine promises to purify blood and relieve arthritis like scrofula dyspepsia gout and erysipelas.
An advertisement from Sol J. H. Pickett & Co. touts Shiloh's Cure as a fast remedy suggesting swift cures for ailments.
A charged admonition echoes as Anthony Comstock urges action against a decolate dress, warning that the nation will hear a notable consequence when the surrender occurs.
The advertisement claims Williams Indian Pile Ointment cures any pile case and has twenty years of tested use. It allays itching absorbs tumors and provides instant relief. Price is $1 per box with delivery by druggist or mail order from Williams Mfg Co Cleveland Ohio.
W D Hoyt & Co advertise Dr Kings New Discovery Electric Bitters and Bucklen Ar nica Salve as four year best sellers. They claim cures for consumption and other ailments with few bottles, guaranteed, sold by J H Pickett & Co.
Catarrh remedy promises cure and sweet breath with free nasal injector, offered by J. H. Pickett & Co. Also promotes Pierce's Business College Keokuk Iowa coupon saving five dollars on a ten dollar purchase. Hibbard's Rheumatic Plasters marketed for weak lungs and stomach with application guidance. Sold by Wm. M. Bosworth and D. H Pickett & Co.
The records reveal scattered parcels of choice Minnesota land near newly built railroads and marginal grant lands adjacent to markets. Expected to rise from present values 25 to 350 dollars per acre, the offer promises profitable investment. For details, state quantity and send to J Bookwalter, Land Commissioner, St Paul, Minnesota.
A health note extols Boschee's German Syrup as a remedy for coughs colds croup pneumonia and throat and lung obstructions. It claims the syrup can clear clogged airways and improve breathing even after other treatments fail and sells for 75 cents a bottle.
A Bible lesson explains the parable of the vineyard from Isaiah and Jeremiah, detailing Israel as the Lord’s vineyard and the prophets as its watchmen. It discusses the rulers’ rejection of the Son, the stone of the builders, and the coming judgment and future healing for Israel.
An assortment of old remedy pitches promotes Syrup of Figs, Hibbard’s Throat and Lung Balsam, Shiloah’s Cure, and Shiloh’s Plaster. Advertisements claim biliousness relief, cure for coughs and sleepless nights, and mention local distributors Westerman Co and J H. Pickett & Co. The tone imitates a 19th century newspaper ads page with multiple product testimonials.
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