Death and politics in a late nineteenth century salvo
A reflective piece on death and the hereafter opens the column, followed by a blend of political commentary. It cites Dockery challenging Judge Russell, discusses McKinley versus Bryan in Texas, and rails against Reconstruction remnants and northern brinkmanship with satirical asides.
Cuban Sympathy and Cuban Belligerency Calls
The New York Mercury boasted of Cuban patriots success and mocked Weyler in a 26th issue. The piece argues the United States should recognize Cuban belligerency and support liberation despite congressional debates.
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Cuban patriots land munitions on Cuban shores via Bermuda
The telegram from Havana dated March 25 reports the insurgent expedition aboard the Bermuda landed arms and troops in Cuba. Gen Calixto Garcia leads the force now inside the insurgent camp, with the landing successfully aided by Cuban headquarters despite Spanish guards. The message underscores popular support for the Cuban struggle for independence from Spain.
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Democratic Faith, Party Strife, and Senator Blackburn Praise
A historical column reflects on party loyalty fading among voters while democracy's principles persist. It cites Settle and Russell over credentials and a looming Republican convention, and highlights The Washington Post's high tribute to Senator Joe Blackburn for his straight course and a notable ovation on return to Washington.
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A Cardinal Sin Amid Debt and Political Critique
The piece rails against national financial failures and debt, blaming politicians and a harsh debt regime. It contrasts labor burdens with antisemitic tropes while urging mercy and fair pay, referencing Durham and the Reed-Settle crowd as political shifts.
Buried rights spark warning of uprising and reform
A fiery call warns that forgotten abuses will rise as a force to right past wrongs. The speaker urges government change or face destruction amid corruption claims and demands for free press notices. The rhetoric targets public honesty and intellectual integrity in reporting.
Largest jack rabbit chase reported in Kansas history
State Senator Kelsey Wilcoxon joined farmers in Toreka Kansas for a circular hunt that gathered 5,126 rabbits, 12 coyotes, and a lynx. The rabbits were killed and buried, the event aimed at reducing pest populations rather than harvesting food.
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