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Newspaper
Kansas Agitator
Location
Garnett, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1902
Page
4
Capt. Geo W Loyd of New Rochelle sends a gavel for the state convention at Topeka carved from wood that grows over Thomas Paine's grave. He also provided paper-weights and a knife-rest from the same tree as keepsakes for the readers.
Walter Vrooman has received a proposal from farmers and stock-raisers in Oklahoma City to establish a packing-house. The plan envisions the association supplying meat to its markets at prices lower than current trust levels. Initially, it may not threaten the meat trust, but more packing-houses could follow, expanding benefits to the people.
A Kansas City correspondent disputes authorship of a recent piece praising thought and worry. The letter argues Christ did not worry and that nature follows a universal law. it urges quitting worry for thirty days to see changes, signed by J. A. Moore.
A retired Anderson County boy, E. K. Robinet, praises the governor as a fine choice while predicting the challenger will win. Mixed local chatter likens May Craddock to Toledo’s Golden Rut Jones, noting Democratic resistance to resubmission planks and Craddock’s progressive stance amid political jostling.
President Palma pardonedTur Cuban postal thieves Neeley Rail Done and others. Palma, backed by United States authorities, secured his election through extensive efforts. Rathbone, a close friend of Mark Hanna, figures in the remembered understanding behind the move.
The Kansas supreme court sustains the anti trust act in State v Smiley. R J Smiley, secretary of the grain trust, was convicted in Rush county and fined and imprisoned. The opinion, written by Chief Justice Doster, holds anti competitive agreements unlawful and confirms the act's validity.
A historical note recalls a Democratic township convention in Anderson County where delegates drafted a resolution opposing sumptuary legislation. An observer mocked the habit of including a resubmission plank, noting that the party had long treated it as essential, though few understood the term. The piece contrasts this with younger, more progressive voters.
The Topeka State Journal, a Republican paper, criticizes its party over Tom Kelly’s alleged misappropriations as state treasurer nominee. It argues Kelly’s actions harmed Miami county taxpayers and questions whether Kansas taxpayers will fare better under his leadership. The piece asserts party loyalty masks alleged dishonesty and rank corruption.
The Prairie land Magazine edited by Ralph Richards and published by the Prairie land Company at Ft. Scott receives commendation for its quality and contributor list. A separate note mentions an inquiry into General Wood over alleged lavish public expenditure during his tenure as governor-general of Cuba.
A delegate Populist congressional convention is set for June 16 1902 in Fort Scott to nominate a Second district candidate. Representation is one delegate at large per county and one per 200 votes or major fraction for fusion secretary of state in 1900. County lists include Allen Anderson Bourbon Douglas Franklin Johnson Lyon Miami Wyandotte. County conventions occur the Saturday before June 16 at 4 o'clock pm. Secretary pro tem P P Bioga and Acting Chairman J B Winkiewan. Have you tried the Ice Cream at the Red Light.
The text notes a continued tax strike by coal miners with no signs of revenue restoration. It hints railway workers may soon refuse to handle anthracite, implying growing disruption in coal logistics and economic pressure.
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