War in China and U S policy in coming conflict
The article argues war in China is inevitable and Europe will entangle Britain and Russia. It warns McKinley may join if reelection pressures push him, but domestic tax anger will prevent further measures. It urges the United States to stay out while China and European powers resolve the dispute.
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China
Europe
Great Britain
Uncle Sam
McKinley
Johnny Bull
Russia
England
United States
McKinley Roosevelt Clash At Philadelphia Convention
At the Philadelphia Republican convention reports say no vice presidential nominee has been chosen yet while speculation mounts that Roosevelt may be the choice. Pettigrew accuses Cramp of 400000 in 1896 campaign funds, Cramp denies and later testifies. Readers are asked for their view on loyalty versus anticipated gain.
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Philadelphia
Teddy Roosevelt
Pettigrew
Senate
Congress
Cramp
McKinley
Hanna
Howe
Nuriah Thie Boyly
B.S. S
Piliyatehen
Specifin Co
Atlanta, Ga
Federalist era notes and campaign chatter from a Kansas City paper
The Kansas City Times notes Mark Hanna preparing to host a presidential reception in Canton with added rooms for political managers and seances. An Anti Imperialist League executive committee plans a New York meeting to decide on a Liberty Congress after the Democratic convention. Philadelphia occupancy costs rise despite a weak convention turnout. Dispatches claim troops may move to China from Manila, though many doubt Philippine troop availability. Sugar prices surge by 35 cents per unit amid fruit season. K. C. Weekly Times and Aerrator charge $1.25.
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Canton
Providence
Destiny
Duty
Mark Hanna
Kansas City Times
Anti-Imperialist League
New York
Liberty Congress
Trusts and socialism push toward centralization and reform
The Statesman argues trusts enable centralized industry and reduce wasted labor while potentially educating society toward scientific socialism. It notes the tension between private control and collective benefit, suggesting change may yield forward or backward movement and that individualism must be restored or centralized power fully mature. A closing note criticizes Britain's parliament for neglecting starving England.
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Boise, Idaho
Statesman
the Statesman
Republican Party
Prohibition Ticket Nominated at Topeka Convention
The Prohibitionists held a Topeka convention and named a state ticket headed by Governor Frank Holsinger of Rosedale and including Lieutenant-Governor W L Coryell of Medicine Lodge, with B H Moore of Arkansas City as Secretary of State and M V Bennett of Columbus as Attorney General among others.
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Topeka
Frank Holsinger
Rosedale
W. L. Coryell
Medicine Lodge
B. H. Moore
Arkansas City
H. C. Zink
McPherson
M. V. B. Bennett
Columbus
Civilizing South Africa and shipping of spirits
A British steamer from Hamburg carried 1500 tons of spirits to Lagos and southern Nigeria, with a second ship in port carrying double that amount. The trade is controlled by a few large English and German firms, reflecting the era’s colonial commerce. Dave McLva n k of Topeka named to Republican convention committee in Cy Leland’s place.
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South Africa
Hamburg
Lagos
Nigeria
Sane
New York Tribune
Rich
Tinn County
Dave McLvAnk
Topeka
Rev
Howie
Republican National Commhe
Cy Leland
Cuba After Carpetbaggers Described As Egg Shell Ruin
Chattanooga News notes opinion on post intervention Cuba likening the island to a nest after carpetbagger meddling with shells left behind. Language reflects sharp satirical tone on reconstruction era actions.
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Cuba
Chattanooga
Lone Elm Items and Local Visits Schedule
Local notes from Lone Elm report residents and visitors including Clarence Ravers of Kincaid, Harry Rogers, Chiveles Jennings, and Sheldon Byerly with family. Sunday services for Children’s Day planned for MB church. various chores and visits across Garnett, Colony, Talay, and nearby farms noted.
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Clarence Ravers
Kincaid, Wiasaver
Harry Rogers
Chiveles Jennings le
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Babcock
Ron
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Lathan
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A. L. Benton
Dent
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