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Newspaper
Kansas Agitator
Location
Garnett, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1902
Page
2
A Kansas Agitator column surveys global finance and politics with jabs at J Pierpont Morgan and Andrew Carnegie, notes about Goebel’s murder acquittal in Kentucky, and witty asides on England as well as New Jersey mosquitoes. It mentions German bankers, Paris green on tobacco plants, and Frank Stockton at seventy.
The piece argues that Knox, aligned with Carnegie interests, resists aggressive Sherman Act actions against the beef and steel trusts. It claims Roosevelt wavers on tariff repeal and questions the seriousness of the administration’s antitrust stance, suggesting a sham battle in court against large trusts.
A historical commentary argues against tariff zealots who overestimate American goods' necessity for foreigners. It notes past protections, Russia's ban on sugar, and decrees raising duties on American machinery, suggesting Russia can improvise without U.S. products and may source from England or Germany.
At a Washington gathering of Republican leaders from both houses the ship subsidy bill was decided to be shelved until after the congressional elections. The majority favors waiting, arguing it prudent even if the bill could pass as a party measure. If it is right now, delaying raises questions about timing and power.
Damaging evidence of a procitice in the Philippines allegedly held by Secretary Root since early February. The Major Gardner Tayabas province report was suppressed from publication and concealed from the Senate war investigation committee.
A fragment raises questions about General Miles pressuring a secretary and the disclosure of testimony. The text suggests Foot’s actions damaged public trust and wonders whether he will retire gracefully or repeat a prior leader’s fate.
The Plena faction urges the United States to provide a substantial subsidy to encourage domestic shipbuilding rather than rely on foreign yards. It argues US costs to build and operate ships are higher under American laws, facing questions about Russia and Japan ordering in American yards and the impact of foreign seamen on operation costs.
The article warns that trusts expanding beyond limited goods like steel iron glass and oil to staple foods threaten all, arguing government must act before prices and supply are arbitrarily controlled, a crisis unseen in the republic’s history.
The piece argues the tariff policy favors large trusts over workers and infant industries. It contends the protective tariff raises prices for American consumers and benefits monopolistic capital at the expense of the general public. It calls for an overhaul of tariffs to reduce trust power and restore fair wages.
A Washington report says Roosevelt plans to deliver reprimands to many Army and Navy officers through a phonograph and limit spoken words by pre recording them. The machine could be used at the White House to issue formal reprimands and can be sent to an officer if meals are missed.
A political salvo argues that tariffs protecting infant industries and trusts empower monopolies to overcharge Americans for domestically produced goods while foreign prices remain lower. The piece predicts the decline of tariffs that shield trusts and urges the public to demand a stake in national prosperity.
The piece argues household supplies are priced up by protected monopolies and favorable legislation. It laments that a family earning $1,000 yearly can now buy less than $800 could a year ago. It blames trusts and tariffs for the decline in purchasing power.
In Washington the stock ticker remains active amid renewed congressional action on sugar. Observers note past volatility in prices tied to sugar quotas and differential shifts, with lawmakers poised to influence market movements once more.
Questioning American policies in the Philippines in 1902 asks why the Declaration of Independence was suppressed and why slavery and polygamy were tolerated under the American flag. It also questions government transparency about intentions in the islands and compares imperial actions to colonial quartering in 1776.
The text argues that militarism should be managed under democratic supervision. It cites England as an example where military and civilian powers remain linked to Congress or Parliament. It reflects the belief that the people retain rights not granted by monarchs or presidents.
The article argues Congress may pass a disguised subsidy bill through an indirect approach. It asserts the measure’s cadential and essential character remains clear despite the concealment, and warns that accuracy of judgment relies on how the operation is obscured.
A lively column recounts anecdotes about senators and representatives. Platt and Littlefield provoke autograph frenzies, Miles and Hanna share jokes, Tillman and Maynard spar in witty exchanges, and a gum chewing quartet marks debates.
A New York observer notes few women in public places wear class pins or rings with dates older than 1897. For two years after graduation from high school normal school or young ladies' seminary the badge is worn often, but rarely thereafter as graduation year dates fade from fashion.
James P. Clark defeated Senator James K. Jones for the Arkansas senatorial nominating in 1895 and held the governorship from 1895 to 147 political career began in 1886 with election to the state legislature. He became attorney general in 1892, born in Yaxco City Mississippi in 1914, and practiced law in Little Rock after retirement.
In mid ocean trials the Trafalgar and the Empress of India successfully coaled while traveling at ten knots. The experiments demonstrate that battle ships can refuel underway, increasing efficiency and fleet readiness.
The report states all mills in Japan operate day and night and change hands at noon and midnight. Most of the one million workers are children earning low wages. One mill at Ganka 2,600 workers are under 16, operating 3,700 spindles, while in America 300 per annum perform the same work.
From Lake Sarah Minnesota May 12 a reader notes a cure for rheumatism after using Dodd's Kidney Pills. Mrs Hildebrandt had suffered long with arm pain and sleepless nights before trying one box and finding substantial relief and gratitude for the remedy.
In 1827 Thomas Saverland sued Caroline Newton after she bit his nose when he joked about banning her. The court acquitted Newton and the judge declared that a man who kisses a woman against her will may find his nose bitten, a historical quip reflecting the era.
A column cites Dr Francie W McNamara of Chiltego on misdiagnosing heart disease symptoms and indigestion. It promotes Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin and Vogeler’s Compound as cures, with testimonials and free sample offers from readers abroad.
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