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Newspaper
Kansas Agitator
Location
Garnett, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1891
Page
4
The piece argues that labor earns only a small share of society’s rewards while driving progress. It asserts that muscle and toil, not theoretical knowledge, produce crops and build nations. Government that deprives laborers of a fair competency is condemned as rotten, whether monarchy or republic. Laborers face unemployment and hunger, a stark, pervasive condition.
Senator Pugh of Alabama opposes Cleveland over the silver issue yet Cleveland will likely be nominated by the Democratic party. The text argues party managers command the party, while protesters may seek personal gain or preferment, and noted politicians’ protests are often bids for bush money.
The text accuses Republican allies of supporting government ownership of railroads while alleging party leaders and press are controlled by railroad corporations. It claims GOP figures mock calls for more money in circulation and portrays both major parties as pillars of a supposed syndicate. It also condemns a supposed Jewish influence described as satanic power in a conspiratorial frame.
The missive claims Rev. Giseer Debasarye left the People's party for the Prohibition party. The facts state DeLamatyr supports prohibition, helped form the People's party, urged a prohibition plank, and seeks union of reform forces despite Cincinnati conference failure. He remains committed to uniting reform camps.
The Reno county Republican convention calls for passage of a maximum railroad rate bill by the legislature, noting support is growing as a policy virtue. They contrast this with opponents in the state senate who defeated the measure last winter, underscoring party discipline and reform aims.
The laymen of the Republican party would read the dynamite in vestigation and Judge Botkin’s impeachment trial by the notorious state senate. If these events occur, there would be nothing left of the GOP in the state but its managers.
The Tax Republicans of Kentucky endorse Graham as the People’s candidate for senator, signaling support from a fiscally focused group and aligning with his platform.
A set of clipped notes from newspapers include Miss Wanamaker presented at Court in Parisian attire ordered by cable, seven thousand New York labouring girls becoming sane due to food and clothing shortages, and a critique of wealth versus poverty shaped by legislation. The clippings are from the Progressive Farmer of Mt. Vernon Illinois with commentary on politics and farming.
The Evening Post notes Kansas farmers struggle to meet mortgage payments amid ongoing industrial and financial woes. The piece counters New Nation claims that Alliances are debt dodgers and accuses Republican press of Kansas of foreclosing to serve plutocratic interests led by Joe Hudson of Topeka Capital. reform of the system is needed.
The Prohibitionists of New York back government ownership of railroads and similar moves spread to other states. They largely embrace principles championed by the People’s party, and a union of the two forces is discussed despite some leading papers’ opposition. The Union Banner of Rush Tower, Missouri, is named as their official organ.
George Kempton of Sharon, a veteran Massachusetts Prohibitionist, endorses Bellamy’s plan to abolish saloons and sell alcoholic liquor at cost through government agents. He argues this would curb saloon influence on old parties and clear the way for a moral reform alliance, possibly uniting the People’s and Prohibition parties.
The piece denounces party platforms and leaders who claim pride in past performances. It argues the record shows massive wealth transfer to a few, corrupting democracy, and accuses Republicans of manipulating money, slander, and abuse to maintain power, prompting rage when exposed.
The People's Party Central Committee will hold a meeting on Saturday August 8. All members of the committee are required to be present. G A Swrre serves as Chairman.
The Tar Laberty County Statesman celebrates its sixth anniversary, marking six years of local reporting and community coverage with Matin’s print edition continuing to serve readers in the area.
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