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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1891
Page
2
Summary of a political ticket in the state with candidates for office and a speech by Gov Boies in New York criticizing corn farming profits. It notes corn crop value, costs of production, and comparisons to other staples, asserting high production costs exceed crop value. The piece mentions figures and quotes about profit and land investment.
Recent surveys indicate the valuable Yukon gold mines lie in Canada not Alaska. The speaker argues annexation would be necessary to secure them.
Senator Peffer conducted a speech tour in eastern Iowa last week while facing a persistent note of rivalry from Kansas. The remark questions what Iowa did to Kansas to fuel continued political volleys and visits.
The editors who habitually send defective unreadable copies of their paper to exchanges display a low opinion of their work or the interest others take in it.
A Sioux City Journal note says many Iowa Democrats may vote against their party this year to back I M Walters of Keokuk, aligning on all issues except whiskey, highlighting a regional split within the party over prohibition.
General Dyrenforth in charge of rain making experiments professes great confidence. He claims six rains have been used in his trials and applauds the progress, commenting on the era as wonderful.
Census figures reveal Canada gained 500000 people in ten years after 850000 immigrants from Europe. The data fuels debate over trade policy and economic impact as critics complain of policy influence on migration.
The convention at Cedar Rapids elected Rev. Mr. Turmer of Davenport as chairman but he has resigned. His church and others view the move as unfitting for a gospel minister and disconnect from his duties.
The Century plans a yearlong print series on the General Act of Agriculture and the Governor’s relation to farmers. Topics include Agricultural Possibilities of the United States with contributions from J. R. Dodge A. W. Harris and Prof. Brewster among others.
The Century Magazine will mark America’s 400th anniversary by printing Emile Castelar’s life of Columbus in Spanish with careful translation. Senor a is said to have studied new historical material and the pieces will be richly illustrated. Additional discovery of America articles are planned from the same publication.
The speaker urges writing Garrison's insistence on law obedience in homes and schools. It stresses that laws are created by majorities and must be obeyed while allowing repeal debates. The note targets Iowa where opposition to laws has lingered as a justification for noncompliance.
Ellis argues revenue should first promote production to build wealth and power. He asserts protecting agriculture and manufacturing will create a surplus for external markets, with home markets fostering growth for a large, varied foreign trade and internal demand.
Central station reports the coldest August week in twenty years with an average temperature deficit of about ten degrees. Light frosts occurred on the 22nd 23rd 24th and 28th with below normal sunshine and light precipitation. Grain damage from humidity and cloudiness noted though no material frost damage. corn behind schedule by about thirty percent, with two to three weeks of good weather needed to avert danger. Potatoes generally doing well but some rot from excess moisture in parts of the state.
The Washington Letter notes President Harrison delays return to Washington likely until October with possible Cape May consultations. It discusses War Secretary pick delays, Dem vacancy jockeying for the Interstate Commerce Commission seat, and Illinois GOP Gettysburg trip plus a Springer press-bureau strategy and intra party hopes hinging on Mills and Crisp clashes.
The Des Moines letter praises the State Fair with visitors from across Iowa. It notes the city welcomes strangers with warm greetings and highlights growth, education, and wealth of the citizens. The fair surpasses prior expositions in entries and visitor conveniences.
The Governor calls the Board of Regents to meet in Iowa City on September 11 to consider approving funds for the next General Assembly. Cedar Falls normal school trustees also convene September 8 to discuss appropriations. Regent actions will shape future state funding.
The Fifth annual Corn Palace Festival in Sioux City runs October 1 through 17 with daily concerts by the official Mexican court band from Mexico City led by Capt. E Payne. The fifty six musician troupe, famed for the New Orleans Cotton Centennial, will be a major draw and novelty at the festival.
Dexter Normal College begins a new era with a September 8 opening under updated management. It is described as a representative western normal school offering Classical Scientific Normal Musical and Commercial courses for aspiring teachers and students seeking practical business or music education. The Dexter town 36 miles west of Des Moines along the Rock Island line is noted for its moral social standing.
The Illustrated News of the World reports Miss Jeannie ONeill Potter known as the queen of American dialect reciters will leave England for America soon. She plans to return to London next February and will feature five minute recitals between courses at semi public dinners.
The ad claims appearance depends on liver and stomach health and promotes Electric Bitters as a tonic that acts on vital organs to cure pimples blotches boils and improve looks sold at L M Bosworth's rugstore for 50 cents per bottle.
Mrs Annie Besant an active convert to theosophy reportedly earns about 4500 dollars yearly from sociological works she authored with the late Charles Bradlaugh.
George Haven Putnam has been awarded the Cross of the Legion of Honor by the French government for his role in the enactment of an international copyright law.
The September Cosmopolitan is a woman’s number with varied timely topics. Articles include Edward Detaille by Lady Dilke, Soluntum by Eleanor Lewis, Malmaison in the Market by Mary Bacon Ford, Ladies' New York Club by Julia Hayes Percy, Tattersall's by Elizabeth Bisland, Count Konigsmark by Molly Elliott Seawell, Woman’s Share in Russian Nihilism, and other essays and verses, all richly illustrated.
General Joe Shelby, a rebuilt ex Confederate, reflects on his past claims. He states no soldier fought more bravely, yet he believes the war memories should not be kept alive and clings to reconciliation over old loyalties.
A Windsor- era style notices discuss St Patrick's Pills and Chamberlain remedies with testimonials from users. It mentions Druggist L. M. Bosworth and Judge Gresham vacationing with his mother. It highlights a tale of Pain Barak and liver pills, plus Ayer's Sarsaparilla as a cure for rheumatism by cleansing blood.
Five years ago I suffered a constant cough night sweats and weight loss and doctors gave up hope. After two bottles of Ay er s Cherry Pectoral I recovered and am now well. A Lewis Ricard NY
An 1890s style ad touts Dr Miles pills as a new principle that regulates liver stomach and bowels via nerves. Claims speedily cure biliousness bad taste torpid liver piles and constipation for all ages. Sample free at L M Bosworth. notes small 50 dose pack priced at 25 cents. Also mentions De Witt's Early Risers and a closing line about horse racing.
Six month sales show public appetite for the Encyclopaedia Britannica reprint in 25 volumes priced at 1.50 per volume with a zero down payment option. The offer promises complete sets, testable against higher priced editions, volume 1 at 60 cents plus 40 cents postage by mail.
A set of humorous Anglo Indian anecdotes recounts clashes between church and state. Jests involve a portly clergyman and a blunt colonel, a bishop and a donkey comparison, and a general's parting gift of impudence.
A collage of promotional claims for De Witt’s Little Early Risers and Sarsaparilla plus assorted trivia and notices. Mentioned are Mrs. Mackay’s diamonds, Senator Voorhees, Isaac Pusey Gray, Taoist verse, and a tiny church at St. Lawrence Isle of Wight.
Bucklen s Arnica Salve advertised with claim of cure all skin eruptions and piles at 25 cents per box from L M Bosworth Ames IA. Also English Spavin Liniment promotes horse blemish cures via L M Bosworth. Robert T Barker of New Bedford MA noted for reading the Bible from 1808 to 2007, a 99 time total over years.
Mrs Julia Ward Howe began Greek at 70 and now at 72 she has completed reading Sophocles in the original. Her scholarly pursuit highlights a lifelong devotion to letters and classical languages.
Important notice to farmers announces arrangements with the American Farmer of Cleveland Ohio. Subscriptions paid in advance plus rear ages provides free mail to subscribers and new readers. The 16 page illustrated journal aims to elevate agriculture through education. Sample copy available.
An advertisement claims deafness from catarrh can be cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure, offering one hundred dollars for any untreatable case. It explains deafness results from inflammation of the Eustachian tube and mucous lining. The ad notes the product costs 75 cents and invites requests for free circulars. It also mentions the undertaker who provided Mrs Polk's coffin for her husband.
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