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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1896
Page
2
The Intelligencer issued Thursdays at Ames Story County Iowa by Hudson Bros. Terms of subscription 1.00 per year payable in advance.
The article reviews McKinley’s acceptance letter and Republican argument for protection and prosperity. It notes Li Hung Chang visiting General Grant’s tomb and carrying his coffin, and discusses campaign plans to bring top speakers to Ames. Vermont voters tilt Republican, signaling broad support for November.
The text reflects four years of liquidation with debts settled and new obligations scarce. It notes people may have less but owe less, as money is tight and savings grow. It argues that reduced debt and thrift are not causes for sorrow in hard times.
The present administration uses red tape to delay payments to Des Moines river land settlers. First payments are being made after a three year old congress appropriation and over a year since claims were allowed. Money held back to limit June 30 treasury deficit, with hope such financing will not be needed again.
Leading eastern newspapers and financial writers foresee a rebound in stocks and securities as bedrock prices form. They cite Henry Clews and note dividends bought below value. gold inflow near 20 million dollars should ease tight money markets and revive public confidence.
Wallace's Farmer and Dairyman announces a series on the silver issue aimed at Iowa and nearby states farmers. It promises instruction, no partisan bias, and value for intelligent readers seeking facts.
A Boone postmaster who served just over a year faces defaulter charges amid debt and stock speculation on the board of trade. The piece notes the public cost of the office, questions who profited, and warns of recurring ruin. W K Boardman reports from Texas and Missouri politics hint at fusion against Democrats and McKinley prospects.
The Midland Monthly column highlights Franklin and Nashville battle descriptions by Col A G Harry, profiles Senator Foraker and family, Bethlehem and Jerusalem imagery, essays on agriculture, young homesteaders reading, and an upcoming Grant Life in the West serial by Col John W Emerson, signaling strong reader interest.
A compilation of editorial and letter excerpts discusses the gold standard versus silver coinage, citing 19th century debates. It includes remarks on wages, debt, and production gains, and recounts statements from US senators and Ohio and Iowa officials urging a return to silver dollars as lawful money.
The writer notes an old Hebrew practice of sabbatical rest every seven years and observes a modern custom of halting business around national elections. Partisans claim opposition victory would be a calamity, creating fear and uncertainty that harms business decisions during uncertain futures. The piece argues campaigns should avoid feeding such dread.
Report says Grover Cleveland balks at leading the ticket at the Indianapolis meeting this week. While not eager to risk defeat, advisers believe a patriot may accept the nomination if offered to aid the party.
Rev. Frank W. Evans holds endorsements from four parties in the district race. If he achieves party parity he could sail, but it seems the rival candidate may still command the votes.
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