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Newspaper
Kansas Agitator
Location
Garnett, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1895
Page
2
A Kansas agitator critiques Topeka’s Democrat and W P Tomlinson over fusion with Populists. He argues Populists oppose joining a Democrat ticket and advocates a broad, middle‑of‑the‑road platform uniting anti redemption forces while warning against full fusion.
In May at The Lutes Gallery Topeka a striking portrait of Mrs Marty Lease is praised as flawless and perfectly rendered with height and a slight head turn. The item invites readers to view the advertisement on the opposite page and notes the gallery’s acclaim.
The piece criticizes Redeemer Morrill for attempting to burden taxpayers with more than $300 in personal expenses for office rent and clerk hire while governor. It argues no other governor would repeat such acts and contends Morrill knew it was wrong but persisted until caught.
King Grover imitates Nebuchadnezzar by demanding uniform worship of a golden image. His counsellors push the plan, but only office-holders must bow. The question remains if any Daniels exist among Grover’s courtiers who will face the lions.
A critical statement argues that Illinois Redeemers used tax levies to seize offices, labeling last campaign as falsehoods and calling voters to demand honest capable patriotic leaders. It links panic and hard times to revolts and warns liberty may fade if officeholders lack honor.
The piece quotes Rev J G Dougherty opposing Congregationalist resolutions in Topeka and asserting Governor Morrill’s law enforcement stance. It counters Dougherty's claim, stating Governor St John never said such a thing and that he has always supported enforcing the law. The letter critiques the political rhetoric and defends enforcement.
The Atherton state treasurer is accused of a brutal insult to a young woman at the treasury. Governor Morrill, pressured by the Atchison Champion, reportedly urged resignation and action, while rivals claim investigations show the tale untrue. The Champion claims the matter was kept secret and urges authorities to act.
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A satirical tirade argues against treating confidence like a market good. It mocks Depew and Heeles for selling wisdom as gold, warns of a populace ignorant of history, and laments a political culture that relies on tariffs and slogans rather than informed citizenship.
The Clyde Herald argues that only six of forty Republican exchanges favor free coinage of silver and few attack the policy strongly. It contends the Republican party is not silver oriented and that the next Republicational convention will demonstrate this.
A personal letter from Kiovrucey Indy praises Kansas women as progressive and expresses strong approval and fire in religious critique. The writer mocks local editors and urges stirring preachers, noting dissatisfaction with current religion and a claim of Lucy Ramsden's Fine.
A dated note laments that many men read without digesting ideas and react quickly when challenged. It portrays a class spending leisure at barber shops or groves, trading fishing and dog fighting tales, and aspiring to nothing yet capable of voting.
Shawnee county attorney declines to issue a warrant for Inia arrest over alleged misappropriation of public money before a governor's term. Interested parties persist, hoping for punishment of thieves. Rumors say Graguy Morris and secretary Harry Bristow may resign amid Republican creed tensions.
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