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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1884
Page
3
The Ames Iowa column bundles livestock and grain quotes from Chicago and local markets, notes political quips at a Nevada meeting, previews lectures and social events, and ends with a reflective critique of press treatment of critics and the editor’s burden. It references Blaine in Wisconsin, a Des Moines preacher, and local business chatter.
The Lecture Association of the Iowa Agricultural College shifts to Col. J P Sanford after EbErkins canceled to stay in New York until after the November elections. Sanford will speak on Paris in War Times to a likely full house with 30 000 majority anticipated for Republicans in Iowa.
Speech in Marshalltown argues nine Iowa counties outperform the rest due to manufacturing wealth and urges Ames and Boone to invest in factories. The address presses the sacred duty of voting, warning that the fate of fifty-five million hinges on individual ballots and advocates a straight Republican ticket.
An advertisement touts Electric Bitters as a cure for ailing health and low spirits. It promises rapid improvement, renewed life and strength, relief from pain, and lasting happiness, with sales by Henry Westerman at fifty cents per bottle.
In Marshalltown Tuesday two drunken men stood out among fifteen to twenty thousand locals. Ames will soon boast an organized instrumental band with instruments purchased and nightly practice. Mrs McGinnis died in the city Wednesday night of consumption, leaving a husband and three children. Mr McGinnis works at the college.
A varied Ames notice list includes Brineuam & Co selling Gold Coin heaters of all sizes. Mrs A E Slater near Ames advertises 35 bee stands for sale and modern bee-handling improvements. Rev Norris to preach in Congregational Church with changes to service times. The Eldora Herald editor shown in a Marshalltown Republican procession is poked fun at for a self deprecating remark.
A northbound Northwestern freight and a southbound train collided on the Boone River bridge just north of Wesster City due to a misapprehension by the conductor. Locomotives were wrecked, grain and hay cars damaged. total damages estimated at 75000 dollars. A missing emigrant car passenger is reported but unlocated at press time. Wreckers clear tracks and trains expected to run soon.
Dav enport native Edward Russert will speak in Opera Hall Ames Monday evening on the Gospel of Republicanism. The Agricultural College schedule for November 1884 lists closing exams November 5 to 11 with multiple events culminating in commencement day and a trustees meeting.
An 19th century classified style note advertises Bucklen’s Arnica Salve claimed to cure cuts bruises ulcers salt rheum fever sores chaps chilblains corns and skin eruptions and piles with a money back guarantee. Sold by Henry Westerman at 25 cents.
Unscrupulous dealers claim equal merit to Bosanko's Cough and Lung Syrup and pressure customers to accept it. The ad warns buyers to insist on the genuine remedy and not be deceived. Manning & Graves sell the product priced at 50 cents and one dollar.
Business notices praise Marsh's Golden Balsam for throat and lung relief. Druggists and merchants from Anamosa to Ames report strong satisfaction and recommend the remedy along with Marsh's Golden Blood and Liver Tonic. Available in large sizes of 50 cents and 1 dollar from H. Westerman in Amos.
Hon Edward Russell former Davenport Gazette editor will address a Republican gathering in Ames Opera Hall Monday night. Speaker urges large attendance and aims to fill the hall with Republicans and fusionists. He praises 24 years of Republican policy promoting protection for American industries and national wealth.
The advertisement states Pond's Extract is not claimed as a cure-all but is a proven remedy for inflammations hemorrhages piles boils burns sore throats and related conditions. It warns customers to buy only the genuine product as imitations exist.
The Intelligencer asks readers to contribute home news from their neighborhoods noting many items are lost to the public when not reported. Every reader is commissioned as a contributor to the columns and gratitude is extended for any local notices.
A Indianapolis man, V A C Hume, tested ATH LOPHOROS on a twenty year rheumatism case. The patient, unable to walk without two canes or a chair, improved quickly and walked unaided after starting the remedy.
The excerpt speaks of hopeful weather in Iowa as winter fears recede. It notes daily warmth shortening regard for upcoming grass growth and anticipates many such days remain this fall after a period dubbed Squaw winter.
Editor Bob McBride purchases the Ack ley Enterprise and plans to convert it into a Democratic organ. He is described as a sharp editorial blade in the state and aims to make the Enterprise shine with bright literary points. Success to Robert.
A local notice advertises a free one year subscription to the Domestic Journal at Nunda New York. Ladies must mail ten married ladies names to the same address with 12 two cent stamps. Regular price is 31.00. Send today to secure the next issue.
For sale at my farm on Squaw Creek I offer six cows, fifteen shoats, one span five year old brood mares, one yearling mare colt, one spring colt, lumber wagon and harness, plow, drag, and miscellaneous items for cash or approved credit. Cyrus E. Turner.
Annings and Graves promote Dr Bosanko's Cough and Lung Syrup with claims it cures coughs colds chest pains and lung affections. Sold at 50 cents and one dollar with free samples offered.
A seasoned businessman notes Marshalltown Ft Dodge and similar towns surge due to vigilant advertisers using printers ink. He contrasts with Ames where business men are fewer users of advertising ink.
In 1882 Story County cast 1 611 Republican votes for Secretary of State and 544 Democratic votes for the same office GOP majority 1 067. In 1883 the Republican tally for Governor was 1 912 Democratic 840 Republican majority 1 072. Greenback votes were 317 in 1882 and 263 in 1883.
The notice predicts a lighter corn crop in Iowa around January 1 due to various causes though quality remains high. Prices are expected to rise to 50 to 60 cents a bushel before the next harvest.
An advertisement extols pure blood for buoyant spirits and clear skin, claiming heavy impurity laden blood causes dullness. It asserts Ayer's Sarsaparilla as the best known blood purifier and vitalizer.
The ad claims Ayer's Pills relieve the painful head by restoring digestive health, removing obstructions that depress nerves, and thus curing headaches permanently.
A historical notice urges persistence in treatment citing Michael Guilfoyle of Binton New York who was reportedly cured of rheumatism after ten years. R W Mosher a local druggist testifies selling over a thousand bottles citing Parker's Tonic's reputation for cures and other benefits.
Advertisement touts La Crosse Business College as furnishing more job placements for graduates than any rival, claiming superior placement support and employer connections.
For grain buyers commission merchants and others 500 in a book for sale at Bosworths and Westermans drug stores Ames also at The Intelligence Office
Local business notices and ads include medical services for throat and lung diseases in Des Moines, Frazee's Jewelry Store sales on watch parts and cloth-bound books, Fezees promotions, money to loan at six percent, farm mortgages, cloth bound books, fresh meats from Perkins and Son, Har d Coal Stove The Richmond, and Pies For Sale Poland China stock. Numerous merchants announce low prices on plows wagons tile stoves and farm equipment, with references to Frazee’s Jewelry and the Jewelers of Nevada.
The advertisement describes piles causing back and abdominal weight with kidney concerns and digestive symptoms. It claims Dr Bosanko's Pile Remedy absorbs tumors and relieves itching, offering a permanent cure. Priced at 50 cents, sold by Manning & Graves via The Dr Bosanko Medicine Co in Piqua Ohio.
Auction notice indicates 62 plows available with warranties. Sellers Wrieur and Riciwonp offer the equipment for future sale, details unreadable in partial text.
The speaker claims to have secured a full stock from eastern manufacturers after a price decline in clothing and invites customers to compare goods and prices. He touts buck gloves and mittens, all wool suits, and melton, beaver, and English worsted overcoats at rock bottom prices, urging cash buyers to act.
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