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Newspaper
Kansas Agitator
Location
Garnett, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1891
Page
8
A critical polemic argues that Republican leaders exploited veteran votes with buyouts and misrepresented affections for the old soldier. It contends pension, land, and mortgage policies harmed veterans, leaving most poor and homeless despite service and offers of liberal policies.
The piece argues that two governments exist in the nation and laments the influence of money in politics. It cites Morrison and Gould, questions postal rates, and urges the people to own the nation, reform freight and political power, and awaken to study current conditions without bias. It warns that failure could lead to mass unrest and civil upheaval, urging truth and reform.
The passage critiques the Cincinnati convention and the new People's party, portraying it as demagogic and single minded about liquor prohibition, while urging President Harrison to halt post office work on Sundays. It argues reform must address broader economic issues and worker rights alongside temperance.
The text speaks of gold and money, England, and a critique of a state acquittal. It mentions a judge Batkin, Republican Waterlow, and a path toward next fall. The irregular phrasing suggests a fragmented historical newspaper snippet with satirical or political commentary.
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