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Newspaper
Kansas Agitator
Location
Garnett, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1900
Page
4
In Paola a joint convention of the Populists and Democrats of the Second district nominated M. S. Peters of Kansas City Kansas for congressman. Peters previously served in Congress after an 1896 election. The Paola visit was warmly received by delegates and locals alike.
Senator Henry M. Teller extolled Populists as grand patriots at the Silver Republican gathering in Kansas City urging honest conduct in return. Nonie Prentis, a famed Western writer and longtime Kansas City Star editor, died on the 6th after paralysis, leaving a notable mark in Kansas journalism.
A Republican court ruling declares the law granting women suffrage unconstitutional, ending legal political rights for Iowa women. Jidis Ellen Foste remains active in Republican campaigning for pay. Ex Governor Leedy reportedly loses mining investments in zinc district after market collapse. he had invested savings in Joplin mines and was left stranded.
In the Democratic convention bid, Dave Overmyer and John Atwood signaled willingness to drop 16 for, surprising many Western Democrats who backed Dave Hill for vice president as well.
A political appeal urges choosing McKinley if you abandon public life and Bryan if you stand for forefathers fought for. The terse line proclaims there is a clear moral fork in the ballot with strong emphasis on legacy and duty.
The article under the heading The Second Funeral in the AgiraTon last week was not credited to the Non conformist. The omission of the credit was an oversight and corrected.
Mrs L plans a six week visit to Paris after visiting her husband in Wichita, then intends to return to Kansas to participate in the Breideuthal dispute.
A proposed electric line would link York and Chicago, expected to trim travel to five hours. Kaw valley potato growers near Topeka and Kansas City foresee 1,200 car loads this year. Republican platform disagreements arise over Cuba policy. English buyers reportedly purchase Sumner county fur output for shipping to Liverpool. Carnegie rumored to plan a large fundraising drive. We are from Missouri.
The article summarizes a Populist platform differing from Sioux Falls, praising reforms but urging repeal of the war tax and opposing the shipping subsidy. Kansas Democratic managers face criticism for patronage focus and missed chances for fusion with Populists and Silver Republicans. Senator Harris, John Breidenthal, and Weob McNall comment on delegation strategy and Towne support.
A Chicago Record analysis critiques military censorship in the Philippines, arguing it hides U.S. actions from Americans while claiming progress toward pacification. It notes July 1 cablegrams, Senor Paterno’s parole, and the paradox of a protectorate masquerading as independence amid ongoing insurrection.
A leading official says a Washington driven inquiry will be delayed until after the election while another notes the aim is to suppress damaging facts. Telegraphic news item reports on pending inquiries and administration strategy.
Last Saturday reports claimed all foreign ministers to China had massa cred, but the report remained unconfirmed and no official confirmation was issued.
A Nebraska tribute to William Jennings Bryan amid the Democratic national convention. Bryan is nominated for president by unanimous vote, while many delegates dissapprove of a major financial plank. The piece notes cross-party support and fear of imperialism as campaign themes, with questions about the vice presidential choice.
City officials discuss a renewed street railway project with a major firm. Mark Winna leads objections while other supporters push for the plan. Debates focus on financing, timelines, and promises kept by the private partner.
Mr L. Head of Mexico Mo resigns Joplin departure from Cuba. Mead notes Cuban bans on cockfighting and Sunday sports by authorities, policy shift leading to Sunday events under U S oversight. commentary laments attempts to seize the island and criticizes figures like Neeley.
A source attributes a sharp remark by Iola Farinor’s friend about President McKinley and Theodore Roosevelt. The quote claims McKinley is a willing servant of the trusts while Roosevelt is aligned with him, noting a supposed lack of backbone.
The July Cosmopolitan presents a well written illustrated piece on the Paris exposition and a striking caption story Is Russia to Control All Asia Tey M Garrett discusses Women in Turkey Their Rights and Wrongs. Charles F Gleed Kansas contributes an article on Kansas City with many pictures and assorted fiction pieces appear. obtain a copy from your news dealer.
A long celebration marks the Golden Wedding Anniversary of Manty and his wife. Relatives from Independence and Garnett attended the event at their home place. Twenty four guests shared a modest, elegant feast and close family memories.
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