22 Dec 1899
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Newspaper
Kansas Agitator
Location
Garnett, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1899
Page
1
A New Jersey judge holds that a strike is illegal if coercive methods are used, but permits it if persuasion is the means. Rockefeller taxes are reduced again, drawing commentary on his continued financial challenges.
Smnavor Mason introduces a sympathy resolution for the Boers and delivers a fiery speech in its support. Senator Allen is appointed from Nebraska to fill the late Hayward seat and took the oath of office last Tuesday. The Salvation Army in Kansas City cannot meet clothing demand as winter begins.
Joax M. PaLwar, the gold Democrat who ran for president ne 'ph by order to defeat Bry 'and elect McKinley, says he remains true to gold and will support McKinley. The Topeka State Journal raises a parallel about enlistment of American men for Transvaal service, drawing a maritime war comparison with English-Boer conflict.
J P Ries, Mine Workers Union member jailed for contempt of court by Federal Judge Williams at Fort Scott, is released via writ of habeas corpus and returns to southern Kansas mining camps. McKinley’s anti trust message draws mixed London reaction yet implies no deception of the American public.
Rep Joe Sibley of Pennsylvania rejects being anti reform and vows to oppose the currency bill. He says Republicans misread his position and insists he will fight a measure aimed at tying the nation to the gold standard.
The Rep prints a sharp item condemning Funston for excessive talk and bitterness. It accuses him of violent language when questions arise, notes his use of extreme terms and libel concerns, and mocks his grammar as relying on superlatives. It adds he needs a press agent and censor.
SucreTaRY GAGE asks Congress to authorize one or more banks in our colonies to hold public funds. If Congress withholds, he will still strip the government of pet banks by assuming control. The practice of depositing public money in pet banks has continued for years.
A fragmentary verse scene depicts a dying figure at divine gates as an Angel of Wrath hastens to judgment. The speaker rails against a white man's God and colonial power, mixing indignant prayer with references to cannons and mission.
A lengthy editorial argues trusts are not political but business consolidations necessary for national and export strength. It cites Sherman laws, GOP stewardship, and the view that capital combinations can drive prosperity, while warning against abuses. The piece frames organized capital and labor as essential to competitiveness and questions the political framing of trusts.
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