19 Dec 1884
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Newspaper
Washington Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1884
Page
1
The poem-like verse urges ending political campaigns and banners, calling to dismiss the torchlight rhetoric and avoid involvement in St Paul Day observances. It counsels travelers toward a quieter path and hints at finding a better state by nightfall.
Maitre Chicot the innkeeper proposes a life tenancy sale to Mere Magloire paying 150 francs monthly for her farm, plus 50 francs of wine. She hesitates then agrees. After years of living well, he schemes to exploit her and she becomes wary. He eventualy fuels her drinking. she dies drunk and he gains the farm.
A store proprietor argues that young women entering retail work are initially valueless and underpaid, needing months of learning before earning what they deserve. He contrasts this with male trainees and notes many women live at home, requiring time to gain expertise. The piece also reviews General Crook's Apache policies and the shift toward farming and self sufficiency.
The passage contrasts two men, detailing Douglas as short, plump with a broad face and large head, black hair standing up, smooth shaved and youthful lines on the face. His sonorous voice and graceful movement mark him a compelling orator known for impassioned delivery and platform pacing. He championed local self government.
The State Reis er argues cheap Iowa lands along streams and in hazel roughs are prime future pasture, with blue grass potential comparable to Kentucky. He notes farmers now convert waste lands to permanent pasture, selling farms at 35 to 40 dollars per acre, and urges clearing rather than plowing to capture value as grass becomes the main crop.
The piece critiques reciprocity treaties as a stealthy path to free trade by Congress. It notes existing pacts with the Sandwich Islands and Mexico, plus a Spain Cuba Porto Rico proposal. It warns Spain could impose export duties to divert 45 million dollars yearly from the U.S. treasury while keeping sugar prices steady.
Arkansas born Parson Geesmore enlisted as chaplain with Confederate troops. He preached courage before Jenkins Ferry, rode a gray horse, and was wounded as he urged men into battle. A fellow officer urged him to retreat, but he pressed on despite losing a finger and a thumb.
A Chicago man forwards a sensational cure for diphtheria from the Fi garo of Paris describing a nine year old patient treated with equal parts turpentine and liquid tar set aflame to produce medicinal smoke. Dr Delthill reportedly notes relief from choking and rapid recovery as the fibrous membrane detaches and the patient sleeps through the smoke.
A granger attempted to use a downtown phone and bungled the call. The message misfired, after which the instrument was damaged and repaired for $15 by the granger. A fence and sign reading Beware of the dog were placed to deter future incidents.
The writer describes a 25 mile towa journey with flawless roads, abundant farms, splendid homes, groves, streams and fast horses. He marvels at cattle on frosty grass and notes wealth for a lifetime, questioning whether locals are content or might demand more.
George William Curtis recalls Horace Greeley at a New England Society dinner recounting a Tribune anecdote. Greeley quips that wine labels vary yet all are the same old devil, whether champagne Heidsieck absinthe or any form.
A Chicago meeting of Iowa Pool Line Railroads drew charges of irregular methods at Rock Island General Passenger Agent St John. He returned with a sharp circular defending himself and warning against meddling with powerful interests, likening critics to a buzz saw in motion.
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