Woman Suffrage in the Populist Platform
Susan B. Anthony criticizes both the Populist and Republican parties for failing to include woman suffrage in their platforms at a Kansas City mass meeting. The piece urges a square deal, warns of consequences if Topeka state convention on June 12th omits suffrage, and cites internal party cowardice and reformist aims within topeka.
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Susan B. Anthony
Kansas City
Kan
Bina A. Otisio
Snow
Rolley
Reform Party
Topeka
Mrs Lease for Congress Mentioned as Candidate
The piece discusses Mary E Lease being talked of as a congress candidate at large. It notes her illness and a Minnesota crank allegedly threatening her life, claiming funds for a funeral on May 20. The writers doubt the funeral plan and expect Lease may still run if willing.
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Mary E. Lease
Congress
Lease
Kansas City
Kas
Minnesota
Wichita
Populiste party to endorse woman suffrage says Kansas City Gazette
The Kansas City Gazette reports Mrs Dices and Mrs Lease backing woman suffrage in the Populiste platform while Lewelling and other women have not spoken. The governor seeks to avoid party division and is expected to endorse suffrage at convention day.
Railroad Company Refuses Kelley Men Transport
A Rock Island railroad company refuses to transport Kelley’s men in boxcars while offering free passage to political supporters and showing willingness to furnish trains for Cleveland or Harrison. The note suggests biased favoritism and political favoritism by the railroad.
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Tas
Rock Island Railroad Company
Kelley
Cleveland
Harrison
Red Star Store Carpets Curtains and Shades Debut
The Red Star Store introduces a new line of carpets, window curtains, and shades highlighting durable fabrics and affordable prices. Customers are invited to see sample displays and special launch offers.
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RED Star
Coxey Army Sparks Farm Economy Debate in Greenfield Paper
The St Louis Republic editorializes against Coxey’s plan urging workers to move, arguing overproduction would worsen prices and bankrupt farmers. It calls for consumer demand and criticizes editors for advocating land work, warning of higher rents and broader distress if tenants increase.
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St. Louis
Washington
Coxeyites
United States
Coxey Army
Coxey
St. Lauia
Sherman
Native Herb Cure Ad for Long Treatment
An advertisement touts native herbs claiming cures for liver and kidneys ailments, la grippe, constipation and blood diseases. It offers 200 days of treatment for $1 with guarantee, by J. G. Hrarr.
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J. G. Hrarr
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