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Newspaper
Kansas Agitator
Location
Garnett, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1900
Page
2
A fragmentary Kansas Agitator item critiques educated women, notes a new island near Labuan linked to a 1880s Borneo earthquake, cites Minnesota and Dakota wheat outputs, and reports Chicago Jewish Charities ending balls and bazaars. It comments on Ontario timber policy and Canadian mill shifts from Michigan, ending with a reflection on U S generosity and trade.
A report notes canary birds in England showing a reddish yellow orange color produced by feeding with cayenne pepper mixed with molasses and other substances. dealers guard their secret formulas while the plumage may fade and birds are kept out of light. It also covers a stage play in Paris featuring a dog named Toby in Robinson Crusoe and a scene with the dog recovering a shot bird.
John Lind, Fusion Governor of Minnesota, argues that money is not capital but a medium to obtain capital. He contends public capital such as parks and roads must be owned as trust for the people, railroads included, and that land is held in trust for all, subject to condemnation for public use.
A critical piece in The Public attacks a well-dressed farm owner who boasts large crops yet relies on others to produce them. The writer argues this man embodies the Markham critique of masters and rulers, showing a degraded relation to labor and wealth rather than true self sufficiency.
Hon Carl Schurz argues against denying Philippine independence, urging patience and support for a self governing future. He defends democracy and liberty and warns America must uphold core principles rather than abandon its allies. He emphasizes readiness to assist until the Philippines can stand alone.
Fragmentary passage mentions Postmaster Thompson confessing to complicity in Cuban postal frauds and notes high official confidence in various figures. The garbled text references Albany and other names, offering little clear event details or dates.
The piece critiques monopolies in street railways gas and electric plants railroads and telephones, focusing on trusts as dominant private fortunes. It notes rapid trust growth and price rises, citing trusts capitalized over ten billion dollars and annual tribute exceeding 200 million dollars in dividends beyond reasonable returns.
In a biting editorial, Sham Plety cites eloquent presidential words on the fatherhood of God and brotherhood of man while criticizing a large newspaper headline declaring one thousand rebels eliminated by Americans last week. The piece questions who the rebels are and condemns the burning homes and churches amid civilizational rhetoric, urging Christian teachers in America to discuss foreign missions.
The Springfield Republican cites an Associated Press letter from the Philippines claiming Moro destiny is extermination. It notes American officers favor a merciless approach once Moros turn hostile, even if civilians die, portraying this as statesmanship and warning of a planned operation in the Mohammedan belt under U S jurisdiction.
A Joplin Missouri Globe clipping notes the town resolving to pay 545 a ton for armor plate if unavailable at 445, described with solemnity as evidence of business capacity. It also tells of young Grant who, after being urged by his father to offer 15 then 20 then 25, finally paid 25 for a horse, highlighting his persistence.
A call for government control of communications argues a genuine portal telegraph could run the business for a twentieth of Western Union monopoly prices, while retaining a surplus for central planning. The piece outlines how public ownership would lower costs and broaden access.
Controversy over government securities and Solvency prompts retirement order. Windsor Ontario faces backlash after Canadian authorities react to American schoolchildren sending letters supporting Aguinaldo and South African independence. Demonstrates shared democratic impulse across nations amid anglophone tensions.
Letters discuss a plan to uplift Filipino peoples through civilization, compare past and present progress, and question U S policy. Citations reference Henry Budd in Philadelphia and a harsh critique of a weak president, contrasting with respected leaders like Franklin Pierce and Rutherford B. Hayes. The pieces probe imperial attitudes and leadership pressures.
The Albany report quotes a McKinley era remark denouncing canal frauds and questioning Republican justice. It mocks Governor Honmievelt’s campaigne speeches and asks when the party has brought individuals to account. The piece reflects partisan rhetoric on corruption.
A Georgia negro exhibit from Atlanta University went to Paris for the Exposition, with a second exhibit following. The display is a social study of Georgia’s black population, using maps and charts to show progress in land ownership, taxation, schooling, and occupations. It notes growth in literacy, public schools, and professional representation, plus migration and conjugal data, and cites the exhibit’s authorship by Dr. Du Bois and assistants.
A Chicago Chronicle description of a window display at St Vincent Orphan Asylum on La Salle near Superior. Tiny orphans view passersby from a sunny, tidy window as a gentle religious caretaker carries a baby and supervises several small figures, the scene framed by bright dresses and spring flowers.
Dr Hermann Adie, chief rabbi for sixty years, educated at University College London and Prague, succeeded his father in 1891. A literary figure, he coauthored a notable reply to Bishop Colenso on the Pentateuch and engaged in polemics with Max Muller and Goldwin Smith.
A chaotic scene occurred at a nearby establishment described as a water party. Witnesses report disorder as attendees reportedly consumed beverages near the bar area, prompting staff to intervene to restore order and ensure safety. No injuries reported.
A Detroit Journal report quotes a man arrested amid a raid on a trust. He asserts his wife’s tenting remark and notes a secretary in handcuffs being transported, insisting he will walk to the station. The piece argues for solving trust issues through social ostracism policy.
Fragmented OCR text hints at health and life themes with scattered phrases about self preservation and gratitude. It mentions a god boy, bonnet, handsome man, and references to old publications and items. The readable content is disjointed and lacks a single coherent event or person.
Fragmented ad notice mentions Allen's Foot-Bane powder 25c for foot ailments and shoe-store availability. Also includes random opinions on actors and bindings with a chaotic mix of products and vendor pitches. It references Binder Twine pricing and a scam-like promise to beat competitors by quoting prices.
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