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Newspaper
Kansas Agitator
Location
Garnett, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1901
Page
4
Aguinaldo swore allegiance to the United States ending the question of what to do with him. Republican papers fret he may be treacherous and compare his loyalty to alleged corruption among administration allies in the Philippines. The piece argues he cannot be worse than those profiting from Philippines affairs.
A major scandal claims U S government supplies stolen by officials and workers in the Philippines and sold to Manila bakers and other dealers. The leak caused consternation in Washington and calls for a thorough probe, likened to the Cuban postal frauds, with political implications for McKinley.
The Chicago Record Herald editorial criticizes President McKinley for appointing seven politicians to the St Louis exposition commission. It argues the choice harms the event by packing the panel with politically connected figures, urging nine experts from arts, industry and education instead. It singles out William Lindsay of Kentucky as the only member with relevant exhibition experience.
A jumble of Kansas items notes gas at Neosho Falls, vaccination of Emporia Normal pupils, six Montgomery county men sent to prison, Kansas City livestock men targeting railroads, Coffeyville Democrat editor starting a daily, and plans for a vast Turner round-house. Epworth Home at Ft Scott isolated by scarlet fever. Topeka club serves unusual luncheon dish thrice weekly. Russian farmers exit Marion and Dickinson for Colorado sugar beets. Weddings, train accidents, Elks property purchase, and mixed election notes fill the rest as Kansas politics and industry mix with rail, mining, and press moves.
Boers obtain court injunction in New Orleans blocking 1200 plus mules bought by the British government for shipment to South Africa. The Jivers allege Britain uses the United States as a base for the war, prompting cautious hopes for a quiet settlement.
LiveRat reports that a resolution praising Funston was introduced in the Texas legislature but quickly and firmly voted down. The record notes the decisive rejection and the brief discussion surrounding the proposal.
Tur steel trust increases its capital stock to 110,000,000 dollars and pays the state of New Jersey a charter fee of 220,000 dollars.
Jonas was elected mayor of Toledo Ohio again last Tuesday. The citizens praised his record and leadership as the city continues under his guidance.
Local notes from Richmond present farm sales near Greeley and Oklahoma bids by Jett, Waldo, and Patina travelers. A wagon crash injures Mr Daniels but he escapes harm. Lee Powerborn dies at about 26 with Catholic services held. Griffin family bitten by a puppy leads to hydrophobia concern and madstone trip to Paola. Mollie Cunningham Spencer near Richmond reports a long illness and paralysis stroke in past years.
The text notes Sam Peters of Newton could succeed H. Clay Evans as commissioner of pensions, with Dick Blue also a candidate. Peters and McKinley are described as old personal friends, giving Peters an inside track. Both Peters and Blue are portrayed as lifelong office seekers and political operatives.
Maud Gonne, the Irish agitator, spent a day in Kansas City this week urging support for Ireland’s freedom. She said Ireland will be free again but must fight for it, and noted her family opposes her but remains undeterred. All honor to Maud Gonne.
Two new beverages were created. A hot drink for men called the Hanston fizz and a soft drink for women named the Mrs. Funston kiss, both commemorating Fred Funston's capture of Aguinaldo.
Tur Sheffield of England plans to build a steel plant in the United States signaling expansion outside Europe. The move reflects the company’s strategy to tap American demand and diversify its production footprint.
Fragmented OCR text describes a family, a birth date February 11 1880, several children, and a move of Haw Harvey Spencer to Garnett. It mentions a general merchandise store relocation from Winperly to Garnette, with Mr Addis and Mr Hod as head clerks, and notes a new store venture by Bulow & Addis with Anderson county general art Gaynett cited as securing the enterprise.
Reports by C Davis and others announce the city election results with Jos Baker as mayor and Dyywhl Cynady and Jennies named to the council amid a wet versus dry issue and party divisions. The text notes Marion Ramsay and Otis Howling Wo as informants on the tally and local coverage.
A compressed notice lists letter writeups including Albert Dar ean and Mrs July Henin among others for Dave King Steve Haul and Sretla Reo in a classified style brief.
Train excursion listings show May 1 to 15 sales for Tintit to the 17th in Topeka with fares around 2.42. Nebraska Pare and 42 Liticam indicate Nebraska routes May 23 to 27 limited to June 30 by deposit, price 0.87 0.55. San Francisco plans July 6 tours through August with inclusive use terms and wig agent noted.
Public notice inviting a man to sell Singer machines in a local area. Mentions goods, directions to apply or write to the Singer Mikes office and lists a contact person in AL DAMIEN. Indicates an offer of inducement for a willing worker.
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