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Newspaper
Kansas Agitator
Location
Garnett, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1900
Page
4
A Methodist general conference debate censures criticising McKinley and condemns cantankerous ministers who oppose faulting him. The piece accuses preachers of hypocrisy and links church clout to political maneuvering over trusts and Cuba graft, predicting continued agitation and imperial policy.
As evidence of prosperity, the St Louis police carry shot guns loaded with buckshot. If that does not convince labor that times are prosperous, what will.
An invitation to Kansas University's twenty eighth commencement is noted alongside shifting political contributions. References to Cy Leland and W Eugene Stanley mix with hints of party fundraising and candidate dynamics involving Bryan, Kell y, and Delaware delegates.
The Kansas City Journal reprints a May 28 piece calling for a sweeping expose of Washington post office frauds. It details padded payrolls, excessive travel, and favoritism across departments, naming Oliver H. Smith and N. B. Baker, with claims of funds misused over two years. The piece condemns Hanna McKinley era governance and questions Republican integrity.
The latest dispatches say British troops have captured Pretoria. Readers await official confirmation while maintaining hope that the Boers may still prevail.
A critical editorial argues that if Bryan had won in 1896 he would oppose McKinley era policies. It condemns Republican support of current actions and urges Christians to demand honest, principled leadership. It also mocks Princeton students for a beer contest and laments American civilization.
In a new stance Lawyer Downs concedes defeat on the Klondike issue and advocates local option as the sole path. He argues decision should rest with local authorities and communities.
The Kansas City Times reports a scheme by Eastern Democrats opposing Bryan. They plan to bring a train-load of supporters July 1 to Kansas City to block Bryan on the first ballot, pressing ex Governor Pattison or Dewey as fallback. The Nonconformist clipping warns reformers to be wary of time-servers at the convention and urges Bryan Towne as the rallying ticket.
Memorial services in Lone Elm were well attended led by Rev Martaly with remarks for the youth. Relatives visiting Garnett and Richmnid areas are noted including Mrs Gertie Cartie J A Thunter and others, plus local household updates and new telephone connections in Lone Elm and nearby colonies.
Mort Atnauch, Cy Leland's man, was chosen as chairman again by the state committee. Senator Hagnis has our thanks for copies of the speech of Senator Hoar on the Philippine question.
Gry Jor Hopson steps down as editor in chief of the Topeka Capital amid a dispute with owners over editorials targeting Boss Teland and Kisanan Friday. Joe resigned after a heated exchange with the managing editor, using strong language.
From Captain Loyd in New Rochelle, Capt. G. W. Loyd expresses approval of a People’s party faction nominating Bryan and Town for U.S. leaders and urges sharp focus on the electoral ticket.
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