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Newspaper
Kansas Agitator
Location
Garnett, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1900
Page
2
A collage of quotes and excerpts discusses health and thrift, political figures, and public issues. It notes John W Gates travels, Lord Salisbury’s warnings, and experiments on maple sap flow. It also covers New York public service debates, public moneys, and river course changes near the Severn and Thames.
A garbled column reviews currency policy about coinage and small change, cites Asa Gray and Darwin on money division, then pivots to marble carving, mechanical power, and horse use, concluding with speculative notes on tech impact and animal use in Mele penpor field.
In a Wichita Kansas message dated April 24 1900 W J Bryan attacks Gold Democrats opposing Bryan urging voters to choose principle over compromise on free silver He predicts a hostile reception for any who switch and argues only those with unwavering reformist stance belong with Democrats Populists and Silver Republicans urging unity against imperialism and trusts.
A Washington Times critique accuses the Republican party of hypocrisy for denouncing trusts while its members, including Ha n, Grosvenor, Haveridge, Fairbanks, Gallinger, and Pen, previously aiding trust interests and breaking oaths to support the constitution. The piece questions sincerity as delegates draft anti trust declarations after serving in Congress.
The text notes that the money question was paramount in 1800 and remains central in the current campaign. It criticizes the currency reform as a harmful political strategy and argues other urgent issues threaten our government and individual rights. W. J. Bryan, speaking in Wichita, echoes that domestic economy debates fade when crisis looms.
An Indiana State Sentinel item comments on an American family’s loyalty amid Transvaal Red Cross and British allied actions. It suggests a papa should halt transport of Red Cross workers and criticizes officials in Pretoria and Washington for assisting British aims.
Lima Ohio Democrat reflects on a nationwide monument from two years ago that spurred a war for humanity. It notes noble impulses and irresistible demands then, but argues entrusting the Hannaltes with mercy allowed them to plunder the victims they were sent to aid.
The piece argues that since taking power every action has served to extend rule, labeling policies as ‘bull’ and criticizing governance as heedless of public interest or a means to perpetuate authority, calling Whitehall a den of ineptitude.
W J Bryan, speaking in Wichita on April 24, 1900, condemns the McKinley administration for pushing English colonial policy in Puerto Rico and expanding the army to govern foreign territories. He argues citizenship for new populations would threaten American government and urges promotion of self-government worldwide as the proper path.
The speaker urges unity in the upcoming campaign, arguing that co operation is wise and necessary. He says the stakes are higher than in 1800, and that Republican discontent among voters could help Republicans stay in power and thwart reform.
A reader letter notes per capita federal spending rose from $1.30 in 1890 to $1.80 in 1920 and about $2.16 in 1900, estimating roughly ten dollars per person in 1900. The writer asks if improvement is foreseen.
The Liberty Town newspaper notes that a republic cannot be a colonial power as universal equality before the law clashes with colonial rule. It cites 18th century theory and contrasts republican ideals with imperial control, highlighting the incompatibility raised by Italian observer Litayotte of Indiana.
The text contends that the United States as a proprietor of colonial possessions destroys the nation's fundamental idea. It calls for a view of a superior and a subordinate race, implying ongoing subjugation and racial hierarchy. An 18th or 19th century editorial voice is suggested by phrases like Lafayette Ind Journal.
The article notes that the spoliation of Porto Rico will gain favor among Republican leaders and editors. Senator Heard decries it yet agrees to observe from a window as the shower passes, reflecting partisan tensions and public sentiment.
A mangled note cites the infant Ship-Building Trust struggling to achieve a 190 percent profit without subsidies this year. It hints that next year may bring a more favorable situation for a grand plan, possibly involving New York work.
A Potters faint senator Moor would rather see the republic survive than the Republican party be defeated, aligning with New England patriot attitudes as echoed by the Atlanta Constitution in a brief political note.
A report notes gasoline was linked to the incident at 185 Ota fo Chienaw in the year 1800, outlining a historical reference to fuel use and its effects in that period.
The plan by managers of the Steel and Wire trust to cut 12 factories and lay off about 6,000 workers is cited as a consequence of exorbitant prices. Public revolt against high costs led to a shift back to nails and lower wire, hurting workers and families while trust leaders seek more profits in Wall Street speculation.
The Ohio convention platform faced criticism over a trust plank carried from Washington. Marie Hanna and Grousvenor figures circulated a doc omitting explicit trust references. Administration forces fought to strike the plank, finally settling on a mild broad statement about threatening combinations of capital.
Wary magnates who control the Administration press for silence on trusts and public scorn for Hanna and the President. The text predicts a battle over the trust plank at the Republican National Convention, forecasting a colorless compromise if the machine managers prevail.
The article discusses using the treasury sale of bonds when the gold reserve drops under 100 million to restore it toward 150 million. It warns Wall Street bankers could push large bond issues to prop up an alleged useless gold stock amid a trade deficit.
Excerpted remarks describe the bitter sentiment toward Congress among Porto Ricans returning from trips. The piece notes resentment at the tariff and, more, the perceived denial of rights guaranteed by the U S Constitution, reflecting tensions between Porto Rico and American policy.
A fragmentary protest urging opposition to the Republican platform. The note alleges endorsement of British actions and destruction of southern republics, attacking the gold standard and imperial law with a tainted call to support a Whitehat reglator.
Fragmentary dialogue records Jones and Jackson debating Curry as an unlucky fellow. Jones notes Curry’s habit of waking the baby, forcing him to walk with the infant, while Tid-Dita reflects on the scene. The quotation appears to capture a humorous or gossipy exchange from a bygone era.
A fragment from Philadelphia press notes Ming Passey once an old maid who married, later became a widow after her husband died, in a terse, garbled description. The line reads as a stray tidbit about social status and marriage.
A western advocate of physical culture for women argues the cake walk teaches graceful motion and decorum. He claims the dance can influence sitting posture and self-presentation, suggesting the coming woman may rival historic graces if the cake walk achieves its aims.
Mr Pitt remarks to Mr Penn on Sth avenue about their morning, asking what time they rose. Penn replies he slept in after traveling from Philadelphia and riding in an upper berth all night. The exchange captures a light, humorous moment from the Philadelphia to New York travel anecdote.
A 长 fragment advises coating interior church, school, and hospital walls with clean cement or Alabastine disinfectant coatings to reduce disease spread from gatherings. It notes no higher initial cost and easier renewals than inferior coatings, promoting regular, hygienic maintenance.
Old times valued junk like broken stoves and galv anised pipe as metal. Prices now lift value on rustic items and scrap. boys with scrap know they can swap it for money. A wholesale dealer notes iron in any form can fetch payment amid changing markets.
Ohio State Journal mention mocks a grocer product label for Red Creem Ball Blue 3-oz and six coats while a playful dialogue riffs on slang and manners. A hungry man ignores table rules, reflecting humorous country newspaper tone.
The Philadelphia Press notes a contentious exchange over merit and inspiration involving the Scribbler and Tensun, highlighting tension between originality and sales in literary circles.
Fragmentary Baltimore American excerpt shows Chelly reply and Miss Gabby accusing him of crude behavior. Miss Purtt questions his actions while the dialogue includes a garbled line about marriage and a nonsensical exclamation.
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