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Newspaper
Kansas Agitator
Location
Garnett, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1897
Page
2
A partisan broadside on Topeka bribery probes, McKinley appointments, and Populist strength. It rails at Republicans, notes high letter requests from Kansas, mocks editorials, and questions party unity amid talks of office buyouts and shifts in Kansas politics.
In a heated exchange printed in Kansas City papers and echoed by the Acitator, Trias claims Garnett city administration will allow outlets to run wide open. The rebuttal calls the charge false and accuses Trigg of political bias while defending GOP anti prohibition stance and joint enforcement.
A Liquor League of Ohio officer urged that the business thrives on creating appetite for drink. He proposed giving treats to boys to build demand, warning counters and coffers depend on the rising generation’s consumption. This blunt stance highlights how the liquor industry views future sales as essential to success.
A sweeping critique attacks Republican graft and corporate influence while Populists probe corruption, amid reports of airship sightings and a wave of postmaster employment rumors. The column bundles partisan rhetoric, editorial quips, and anecdotes about tariffs, elections, and prosperity in a sprawling prairie-era snapshot.
Prince Imperia will perform at two Kansas farms in 1897 near Garnett, Scipio, and the Pickett farm 114 miles northeast of the poor farm. The dark bay stallion weighs 1850 pounds and has showy action. He won top prizes at the Anderson county fair last year and was foaled July 6, 1887, bred by C. H. Tinkey of Livingston County, Alabama, by Padweah, dam Lisette. Insurance is seven dollars to cover living costs. selling or trading before foal knowledge requires full insurance. Care disclaimers note no liability for accidents.
The Times vows to deliver comprehensive news with trained correspondents covering Congress and state legislatures. It promises full reports on current events and foreign affairs as newly elected representatives take office, with editions twice weekly on Tuesdays and Fridays for about $1 a year.
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