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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1878
Page
2
In Ames local chatter the P C C praises Addison Oliver for Congress as a figure who may end the Patchman race by withdrawing opposition. The Watchman is credited with elevating Oliver and the town discusses potential outcomes and the political advantage for P C C.
Ex-Gov Carpenter agrees to allow his name to be used as a candidate for Congress by Webster county neighbors and friends. Since his railroad commission appointment he has faced persistent requests to run and has now given consent.
The passage argues that resumption should raise currency value not by inflationary paper money but by bringing in substantial specie held as merchandise. It notes a premium on gold will not prevent its circulation when needed for business, signaling a shift to specie as a stabilizing factor.
Vice-President Wheeler argues the latest Democratic tactic will consolidate the Republican party and show the President how much to trust Democratic assurances. He believes the Democrats must meet Republican demands for amendment to prevail.
Southern journals show unease at plans to dispatch prominent Northern Republicans to monitor elections. Observers note possible signs of a Republican reorganization, though the outside view remains unclear. Democrats reportedly do not welcome a GOP revival with enthusiasm.
The piece notes the Bovrnox group pressing a House inquiry into late election frauds and predicts the outcome if the plan advances. It mentions Mr. Hayes and suggests the investigation could influence control of the next House to aid his presidency.
Six weeks ago doubts clouded fears over the Treasury’s ability to resume specie payments on January first. A Syndicate contract reassured the public by ensuring five million dollars in gold monthly. Fifteen million of the fifty million total is claimed by the Rothschilds via English accounts, with the rest flowing through the syndicate. The arrangement could close before July, clearing doubts and allowing preparations for resumption to be completed by then.
The piece critiques cotton operatives and farm production figures, arguing economic shifts reduce demand for farm goods. It then cites press opinions on Bourbon Democracy and a conspiracy movement, noting political tensions and varied newspaper takes on the Republican and Democratic roles and prospects.
The author argues that perceived value declines are misleading, caused by inflation and paper dollars losing real value versus gold. He notes that assets bought before the war cost more in postwar currency, while today’s dollars equal about two and a half prewar dollars, explaining widespread financial hardship and debt consequences.
In a detailed reply to neighbors in Ft. Dodge, C. C. Caureenier discusses his reluctance to run for Congress, the shift after Governor Gear appointed him to the Railroad Commission, and his willingness to accept the nomination if the convention so chooses. He calls for unity among possible candidates and emphasizes duty to the state over personal ambition.
A block of 19th century ads touts Extract of Tar and Wild Cherry as a fast cough cure, Uncle Sam's Oil for leather, Nerve and Bone Liniment for rheumatism, Dr Winschell's Teething Syrup for children, and Uncle Sam's Condition Powder for animals, all sold by druggists and harness dealers.
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