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Newspaper
Kansas Agitator
Location
Garnett, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1901
Page
4
A Washington dispatch to the Kansas City Journal says opening Kiowa and Comanche country will use a lottery to favor Republicans. It notes Oklahoma statehood, party advantages, and hints at ties to the old Louisiana lottery, calling the plan despicably small.
Reverend Frederick Campbell of Westminister Presbyterian Church Brooklyn preached on whether Funston acted rightly in the Aguinaldo capture. He questioned the use of forgery and deception, arguing truth over patriotism in military conduct.
Gold Democrat John Capers, appointed by McKinley, says he remained a Democrat though voting Republican since 1996 and 1900, citing populist platforms. Capers asserts South Carolina commercial interests repudiated the Democratic party and notes Curtis in Chicago Record-Herald discusses McKinley’s support for Gold Democrats to shift control in the state.
The Rockefellers organize a huge copper trust set to become the second largest by capitalization after the steel trust. United States Senator Clark of Montana is listed as a member of the copper trust.
D. H. Heflebower, formerly Kansas state treasurer, sold a tract in Beaumont Texas oil district last Saturday for 100000 dollars. Uncle Davy is described as a lucky old chap.
Eurioyes of several watch-case factories announce plans to strike, signaling escalating labor tensions. The action centers on wage and shift disputes as workers organize across plants in the region.
Elverton R. Chapman, jailed five years ago for defying a senate committee on sugar stock speculation, testified before the industrial commission on the 11th that trusts are public benefactors. Archibald S. White of the National Salt Company echoed the claim, noting factory closings and wage increases as proof. The remarks fail to clarify how trusts benefit the public.
Washington officials urge stopping premiums by newspapers citing mail clogging losses of 15 to 25 million dollars annually. The third assistant postmaster general questions the fairness of forcing newspapers to cover the deficit and suggests railroads also receive unwarranted subsidies.
The aged figure Oo Pare Kevorr allegedly an exile travels Europe to borrow funds. He pledged the gold mines of the South African republic as security and now returns with the money. Creditors from multiple nations fear conflict if any single country demands repayment.
Thousands starve as riots erupt and many commit suicide to avoid slow death. Porto Ricans say their nation suffers worse under current rule than under Spanish control. Officials denied earlier claims, but mounting evidence makes denial untenable. Report notes imminent lemon shortage as crisis deepens.
Ex governor Brantey of Kentucky testified in the Gar nett Ripley murder trial as accessory to Goebel. His evidence created a sensation by accusing Governor Taylor as a willing participant in a justice ran plot. Bradley’s Republican testimony is urged to convict. The testimony portrays one of the worst damnable plots known.
Washington authorities are astonished at the Manila fraud scale. Secretary Root cabled MacArthur for details. An accused officer is in Washington and has been asked to explain but offers little. The expansion and further revelations are anticipated as the affair unfolds.
The Tin Kansas City Journal reports the Priests of Pallas parade will probably be abandoned due to scarce funds. Directors are discouraged and may skip meetings, reflecting the paper's ongoing focus on prosperity under the McKinley regime.
A sharp note in industry circles warns that the dominant steel trust plans to acquire all locomotive works east of the Mississippi River, consolidating control over key rolling stock manufacturers and signaling a major shift in regional industrial power.
The item notes Oklahoma Governor Barnes was not re-appointed by McKinley and Jenkins secured the position. It also covers various political snippits including Knox aiding Britain against the Boers and other contemporary opinions gathered from George's Weekly.
Spradley is not paroled as Johnson and Sheri Moore press Governor Stanley for clemency. Hester and Bowman attended protests against parole. Hester asks postponement until May 15. Governor offers next week hearing. Johnson pushes for immediate action. Hester declines protest signatures amid false reports tying the shooting to politics.
Residents recall Governor Conia’s stance on a dispute believed political, hoping for an unconditional pardon. Mr. Hester notes satisfaction with the governor’s fair handling of the matter and its potential outcome.
Weather hampered farming as Prairie View resident P Weilie faced unfavorable harvest prospects in Lone Elm while local reports note steady farm activity. Incubator experience for Earl Scranton grows with over 200 young chicks. The German American Vaudeville company opens a nine show run at the hall Tuesday. Maggie Kelsey returns from Ottawa and contemplates dressmaking study. J D Miller and J H Lanny of Elm Hons visit Garnett. Lathan and Tucker of Kincaid and M S Comper of Missangui also noted. Wire fencing gains favor for spring use. spring arrives with warmer hints as robins return. Reverend Semple of Baker University preached at M E church. Jeanings and Hessters head to the capital. J P D Hester’s house near completion as plasterers work.
The thirty sixth annual Kansas Sunday Selou resociation convention will meet in Teweka May 15 and 16 with speakers including Prof Maal dil Me Marion Feauwrence and Rev W Do from North Carolina. Delegates may travel at one fare round trip. Topeka provides lodging and breakfast on credential holds. Contact J H Darche Garnett or J Engle Abi lene for details.
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