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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1880
Page
2
In Ames on a May morning 1980, discussion centers on Elihu B. emerging as a leading figure amid a genuine Washburne boom. The notice hints at rising prominence and political momentum.
The third-termers show fear as their influence tops out last week, triggering an early reaction. Supporters warn of backlash while opponents push for limits on tenure and governance.
Tur Conklings the Camerons the Carpenters and the Logans are bound to defeat Blaine in a tense contest. The public grows increasingly cognizant of the clash as becomes clear in the stand they take.
The St. Louis Republican reports Secretary Ewart asking the Appropriations Committee to provide 50000 for entertaining the King of Siam. A committee member calls the move typical, noting Grant was similarly entertained and that the government would cover expenses, marking a first of its kind.
The Indianapolis Journal critiques Congressman Weaver of Iowa as overly confident and lacking modesty. It claims he has just enough knowledge to think he knows it all and excels at making the worse appear reasonable, reflecting a narrow education and limited judgment.
Senator Kigxwoop defended enlarging the pension list for scouts and army attaches. He argued the tax schedule could be used to raise needed revenue, stating whisky tobacco and beer now cover the national debt. He offered to tax clothing and hats, calling stovepipe hats an abomination and monstrosity.
The Iowa Supreme Court affirms the lower court in Marshall county vs Baum et al over a defalcation by the late county treasurer, about 35000 dollars. The decision blocks further bond actions, likely leaving the county unable to recover and bearing roughly 4000 dollars in costs.
Tur Marshalltown Republicans praise Judge John H. Bradley as best for Attorney General highlighting his education, experience as District Attorney and judge. They argue Marshall County deserves representation and endorse Bradley as superior and unexceptionable, predicting state convention endorsement.
A Southern horoscopes expert prophesies on national conventions and the November race. Republicans will nominate a satisfying candidate, but three cabinet officers may push a candidate without a majority. Churches and moneyed interests amplify influence, with complaints of Communist and Democratic opposition. Some intra party dissension is hinted.
The Wisconsin Republican convention in Madison elects Wm. E. Carter as temporary president and W. P. McLaren as permanent chair. Roll call shows Washburne leading with 88 votes, Blaine 89, Sherman 42, Grant 39, Edmonds 3. eight delegates for Washburne, seven for Blaine, three for Sherman, one for Grant. Delegates go uninstructed but pledged to back the GOP nominee.
The Chicago Tribune analyzes May day prognostications on the Republican nomination race. It cites a mock convention tally favoring Grant’s friends with Alabama to Wisconsin totals and notes a Sherman bureau estimate predicting 238 votes on the first ballot, then adjusts to show anti Grant and other outcomes.
The article reflects on Mr. Tilden and General Grant with, Windom and Sherman in presidential hopes. It cites maps of editors and politicians commenting on Blaine, Ohio, Georgia, and Florida loyalties. Various delegates declare for Blaine, Sherman, or Windom as Chicago approaches.
A chaotic scene near Scranton described by Carroll Herald reporter. Lawyer Barns and a brother faced a rowdy crowd at a schoolhouse as a participant shouted for the case to be dismissed. The uproar ended with a majority vote to dismiss and the crowd dispersing.
The piece outlines Fernando Wood and General Garfield promoting a hard wood stock jobbing bill to bar U S merchan dise from Canada by rail. It argues against retaliatory tariffs, noting Canada raised tariffs and the U S maintained higher duties. The article contrasts past Congress inaction with recent proposed measures. It ends with fashion guidance on linen tablecloth ornamentation and tea service coordination.
Faint lavender and pearl gray appear as next season colors. Toilet covers of Turkey-red damask edged with knitted borders suit rooms where white covers fade. Trinkets like satin covered wheelbarrows hold hairpins. Verbenas, Japanese crepe squares, and red silk blinds trend in millinery and window décor with bold lace and Madras muslin accents.
For sale is a store building with fixtures and stock of general merchandise offered separately or together. Also included is a residence in the south part of town with long term terms. BE Hinsa.
Notice to public about the examination and report on locating a public highway in Story County Iowa. The route starts northeast of section 26 township 82 range 24, extends west for about one mile with a 40 foot width. Objections or damage claims must be filed by May 15 1880. John R. Hays County Auditor.
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