This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 13 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Kansas Agitator
Location
Garnett, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1891
Page
6
A Kansas City Times editorial argues that the best path to wealth is letting money work through investments rather than active labor. It contrasts a bond investor with busy earners, claiming the former ends up far ahead in thirty years, and calls for policy changes to help brains and energy save for a rainy day.
The Iowa Tribune recounts a shift as Republicans alienate themselves, while the People’s Party gains strength and monopoly groups align with Democrats. It notes a looming federal struggle between Democrats and the People’s Party, urging supporters to back Democratic principles. The Eagle’s Trigg forecasts Kansas and Nebraska Republicans praising Democrats on Thanksgiving before the post election push.
A compact bundle of reform-era papers prepared for distribution among associates described as weak-kneed. The package aims to spread concise advocacy with supportive notes and guidance referencing reform themes and organizational actions within a local context.
From New Rochelle New York Captain Loyd comments on Kansas election results and money power. He questions Gov Buchanan of Tennessee resisting a war on labor and references Plutocratic press views from New York City. The note closes with hopes for meeting in Indianapolis and a sign off dated November 13.
Secretary Rusk urges a tariff on hides for countries not party to reciprocity pacts as Massachusetts votes Democratic. The piece portrays federal punishment of electoral loyalty and questions Republican and Democratic alignments in Kansas and Nebraska and a reciprocity stance.
A nearby group of Democrats declares they will never vote again, blaming party leaders for aiding Republican principles and contributing to the Republican rise, expressing a firm split within the local political scene.
The Fuputist or People's Party issues a delivery offer saying copies are ready for distribution. Call at the office or send to receive a copy. Price listed as 50 conta.
An Iron Age report notes wage cuts at Carnegie Edgar Thompson Steel Works. Workers see unions face prices down by 40 percent in melters and ladlemen while other departments fall. The piece links labor hardship to political funding, urging citizens to vote against old party machines and their campaign finance.
A Southern Town Farm letter argues that the Republican party is tied to bank and bondholding interests and unlikely to restore currency controls. It invites readers to join the People's Party, advocating a return to Lincoln era Republicanism and Jeffersonian Democracy.
Irix claims McKinley’s Ohio victory rested on protective policy. He notes whisky interests swayed Ohio voters, calling whiskey factions loyal to the party that best protects their liquor trade.
A brief note urges forming a club to support charitable efforts and advance community projects. It invites residents to participate, outlining the aim to mobilize volunteers and resources for local initiatives and welfare programs.
The piece extols reformers who reject clinging to past achievements yet honor past lessons. They face taunts as revolutionaries while drawing strength from history to push humanity forward. It urges renewed courage and steadfast duty to reap benefits in one’s lifetime. From the Iowa Tribune.
The reader accuses the Associated Press of manipulating dispatches to suppress People's party strength in Ohio New York Pennsylvania and Mississippi. The paper replies that AP returns fail to show the People's party vote and questions who benefits from such manipulation.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.