15 Nov 1894
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Newspaper
Ames Times
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1894
Page
1
A condensed, opinionated survey of post election political shifts. It cites statewide and national figures, discusses party fortunes in Iowa and the South, notes banking penalties, currency ideas, and impending transitions in Congress.
A Illinois man who visited a smallpox patient in New York while studying Christian science later contracted the disease. He told no one of his exposure, mingled at church, and sparked fear of an epidemic in his community.
The article discusses delegate allocation to the next county convention. It outlines a ratio of two delegates per township ward plus one for every fifty votes for the ticket, totaling 108 delegates up from 93 this year. Gains are noted for Washington, Grant, Jioward, Indian Creek, Nevada 4th ward, and Palestine, with debate over Ames and Nevada ward consolidation.
Tuesday's Capital reports Dr. Stalker of Ames preparing to run for Congress in the seventh district. Friends say his candidacy is imminent and that rivals will face a worthy foe once he enters the race.
The Tax Register cites celebration over alcohol laws in Iowa. It notes one drunken man in Des Moines on election day and night and reports Dubuque saloons closed for the first time, praising Iowa's major penalty law as the best prohibition measure. It claims political prohibition is dead and buried in Iowa.
Jown Pickett formerly of Ames is praised in the Register for his leadership of Col. Jno H Pickett and the substantial gains in McFarland's vote this year. The county is noted as strongly Republican and Pickett is hailed for his dedication and influence.
The county central committee under Chairman Reed achieved a 2016 plurality that set a county record with 178 more votes than ever before. Read is praised as a coming Story County leader, affable and capable, and the Times congratulates him on the campaign outcome.
Dr Parkhurst of New York City spearheaded a campaign against Tammany Hall and corrupt politics. He visited dens of vice, exposed corruption, and personally investigated the inner workings. His hands on approach and relentless inquiry helped topple Tammany, leaving a lasting monument to his drive.
An 1890s offer promotes a two paper bundle from the Ames Times and Des Moines Weekly Capital for $1.50 until January 1, 1896. The deal promises three months free on each paper or a similar credit. The offer invites the reader to investigate the matter.
Henry Wilson the postmaster of Welshton Florida says he cured a long standing diarrhea with one small bottle of Berlain's Colic Cholera and Di Remedy. The report states these cures are common and that one or two doses provide relief and are easy to take. For sale by Jacisco and D. D. Banks, druggists.
The latest hat styles are showcased this week at Ef M Sopers offering a selection of fashionable headwear for the season.
Dr. J. H. Drake of the Drake tarium at 706 West Fourth St Des es announces free examination diagnosis and prognosis for chronic nervous or surgical cases due to hard times. From October 15 to December 1 patients will be examined and required to take treatment.
A Times Union sale offer touts union suits for 168 ladies misses and children at J P Watson with price only a dollar. The notice promotes affordable garments and urges swift purchase.
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