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Newspaper
Kansas Agitator
Location
Garnett, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1899
Page
2
A Kansas Garnett column surveys political topics including universal opportunity, tariffs, Nagasaki, and domestic economy schooling. It notes Beveridge’s presumed loss, Canadian officials’ alleged corruption, and a Portland suit on gas and oil pricing, concluding that public policy favors robust competition.
The piece argues Admiral Dewey’s popularity is unmatched and that only $20,000 has been raised for a home fund. It blames stinginess and suggests the public dislikes subscription drives that feel like “passing the hat” for a national hero.
The Fall River mills for the quarter ending July 30 show a slowly improving New England long-dation industry. Mills paid out 265 525 in dividends on 2 2 3 million capital with 1 81 percent for the year’s first quarter, nine of 38 corporations skipped dividends to reduce debt or buy new equipment. Next quarter may reveal healthier conditions amid lingering risks and industry constraints.
A reader discusses labor law reform, judiciary roles, and the need for updated interpretations. The piece argues that lawmakers and interpreters must adapt to new industrial conditions, urging voters to elect judges who favor modernization over rigidity and forecasting a peaceful revolution in ideas rather than violence.
Paul J. Maas argues for a labor information bureau to collect and publish acts and stands of public figures on labor issues. He warns against quick condemnations by unions and calls for a central body to investigate and disseminate relevant facts before judging public officials or actions.
The piece critiques anti labor rhetoric and urges workers to research claims before judging, warning that falsehoods harm labor causes. It defends unions, notes the need for impartial inquiries by fair committees, and argues timely action by central labor bodies.
After fifteen years of searching across the United States, Mrs. Patrick J. Prial discovers her deserting husband living as a recluse in a small 12 by 16 foot hut near Newark New Jersey. He refuses to support her and declares he would not live with a wife for money. The reunion note in the Newark divorce case reveals a vivid portrait studio in a shabby shack with walls covered in unfinished canvases and a preferred life of painting over marriage duties.
A fragmentary dialogue shows a fair girl discussing indifference with a plumber lover who jokes about lack of cooing. The scene includes a time honored paper and a promise noted as possibly not protested, all delivered in a quirky, era voice.
California story of William Jackson of Redding who embezzled $50,000 by his father Honest Bill Jackson. His college son vowed to repay the debt not in money but through courage and service. He joined the army, went to Manila, was wounded at Malolos on April 28, and many say the debt was paid by his sacrifice.
The collier Brutue arrived at Mare Island Navy Yard with its hull encrusted by mature oysters. The commandant sent shell samples to the Bureau of Construction for repairs. While in Manila the oysters attached to the bottom, and locals reportedly cleaned plates for food with the oysters kept as a delicacy.
The committee plans a major celebration in Winchester for the thousandth anniversary of King Alfred the Great’s death in 1901. A national memorial is proposed to be erected in the city.
Fragmentary note cites a foul in Aretes and mentions eating crocodiles toads and ayliera in parts of Africa. References ancient humans as caterpillars and Sae Rome Al.
French 1848 account reviews Baltimore and Ohio Railroad length of seventy leagues with costs and receipts, critiques sleeping car design and safety, notes lack of retirement options, then promotes excursion rates twice monthly with routes to Joplin Hot Springs Fort Smith Houston Galveston Port Arthur.
A famous Chinese doctor claims nervousness is kept out of the Celestial empire by soft-doled use. The text asserts that hard roles worn by the Anglo-Saxon race cause extreme nervous temperament.
The Chicago Great Western Ry Maple Leaf Route shows a fourth week increase of 9070.65 dollars for July 1899. Cumulative increase since July 1 reaches 89541 dollars, while the text notes room for improvement remains common. Also includes an advertisement for Allen's Foot-Base powder offering relief for foot conditions.
A garbled collection of old time patent medicine lines touts Grove’s Tastelnee Cure and Plao’s Cure for consumption and stomach ills. Mentions doctors, druggists, and general health claims with scattered consumer testimonials.
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