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Newspaper
Kansas Agitator
Location
Garnett, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1891
Page
8
Dayton Workman and Farmer argues reformers must seek direct change rather than relying on Republicans or Democrats who created national banks and harmed producers. He asks why voters support parties that protect plutocracy instead of pursuing measures that increase money and aid the people.
A Free Press article from Winfield Kansas argues that government officials misread crop prospects. It contends large yields raise speculation, depress farm income, and hurt the home market, while the Alliance insists demand and employment must rise for real prosperity.
The author, M. G. Rusa, writing April 18 1891 from Corsicana Texas to National Economist in Washington expresses concern for reform and urges laboring men to read the paper. He notes he is not working for pay but for the gains of the reform cause and promises to send more names soon.
An Alabama Alliance Chronicle piece denounces farmers as prey to mortgages trusts and syndicates as the price of corn and cattle sinks. It argues profits go to moneyed insiders while many farmers lose, urging unified action for fair laws and equity. It compares American farmers unfavorably to Irish serfs and calls for self empowerment.
Sixaron Prestos of South Dakota asserts that the next Republican platform will be submitted again. Republican leaders in Kansas would do likewise if they dared, signaling a political cross state stance.
Prohibition organizers announce a Garnett convention on May 27 1891 at 2 with Rev E Leonardson state organizer to arrange county action. He will arrive two days earlier to set up posters and public meetings across the county.
A printed call urges action to uplift the oppressed and fuse movements. The language invokes solidarity, radical reform, and collective effort aimed at political transformation and social justice.
Notice from J. B. Garroway county surveyor states he will be in his office at the courthouse in Garnett on Saturdays each week. Parties seeking surveying services or road information are asked to call at the office or address him in Garnett.
Posing as a guaranteed investment, the Atlantic-Pacific Railway Tunnel Co offers shares at sex dollars each with par value ten dollars. Investors become members and joint owners in all rights, with promised yearly cash interest and rising dividends, secured by bonds and a future mortgage, amid a lavish prospectus and promises of rapid growth.
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