Political fusion questions split populist and Democrat aims
The county paper argues Democrats Republicans and Populists share common goals and should unite under the Democratic banner. It notes fusion is blocked by ballot rules and that only expediency drives party organization choices, urging unity against Republicanism. It mentions the Barton County Fair plans and posters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic State Central Committee
People's Party
People's Party State Committee
Democratic Party
Kansas
Nebraska
Dakotas
Mountain States
Missouri River
Chicago
Kansas City
Siouxvark
Democratic
Sureka Messenger
Barton County Fair Dates Set for September 18 to 21
The Barton County Fair Association has not announced the opening date yet but expects to do so soon. This is the year to hold a big and successful fair, with September 18 to 21 set as the event window. Managers are preparing the premium list and will offer greater prizes than last year. The community is hopeful for strong attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barton County Fair Association
Alattin Clarion
Man fires on posse after bank burglary near Red Wing
A June 27 burglary at Frank Kestler’s farm near Red Wing led to a pursuit along the railroad toward Claflin and Ellinwood. The suspect, armed with a .44 revolver, was shot as he resisted capture. he carried only $7, a whiskey bottle, and a cartridge-filled revolver, and was taken to Claflin in guarded condition. The man, described as educated and shrewd, refused to identify himself. County authorities consider the shooting justified amid the suspect’s aggressive actions and the threat to officers and bystanders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Kestler
Red Wing
Hoisington
Claflin
Kestler
Ellinwood
Smith & Wesson
Clark
Colely
Bigots and Masons clash at funeral over Modern Woodmen oath
The Omaha World Herald condemns a minister who barred the Modern Woodmen from a funeral. It notes the lodge will deliver 2000 in cash to the widow, a sum earned through members' dues, to aid her and children. The piece defends the Modern Woodmen as a charitable society benefiting the bereaved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Omaha World-Herald
Madern Woodmen
Madeem
Humorous Letters and Rural Anecdotes Stir Kansas Readers
A western Kansas school board receives a candid letter about teachers and jobs, followed by a string of lighthearted vignettes from train rides, seaside banter, and Maud Muller on a weathered bike. The piece shifts to a obituary noting the sudden death of Joab Harper in Hutchinson, detailing his life, family, and funeral.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas
Maud Muller
Hutchinson News
Joab Harper
Great Bend
Wm. Kelly
Mr. Harper
Boone
Harper
Wo. Kelly
W. E. Harper
J. H. Harper
Hutchinson Music Company
Presbyterian Church
Hutchison
Will Harper
Hutchinson
Irwin
Teachers Resolutions of Barton County 1901
The Barton County teachers meet at Normal Institute on June 28 1901 and resolve to thank Prof Young and instructors Baker Clark and Supt B F Hennessy for progress and leadership. They praise Great Bend hospitality and Board of Education support and request publication of the resolutions in local papers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barton County
Normal Institute
Young
Baker and Clark
B. F. Hennessy
Great Bend
Board of Education of
Beit
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