06 Oct 1899
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Newspaper
Kansas Agitator
Location
Garnett, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1899
Page
1
Fragmentary extract laments unclear claims that Andree discovered the pole and mocks numerous portraits of Dewey. It notes mine owners and smelters facing closures, mentions Cy Leland’s railroad passes stolen, and invokes American ideals versus imperialist loyalty in a Pittsburgh Kansan tone.
The article notes Gland faces a severe financial panic that could prevent prosecuting the war against the Transvaal. It mentions Topeka Capital’s opposition within the Republican ticket and speculation about Funston, with Godard described as a derelict figure amid collapsing efforts. It also recalls rebels fleeing with five inch guns marked U S Navy yard and a remark about Admiral Dewey aiding independence.
London Times reports Aguinaldo has regained village influence and amassed funds, offering double Otis’s rewards for rifles. The piece says Americans are near but losing their own weapons to theft, criticizing Otis as well intended but sluggish and stingy, and blaming false economy for US difficulties.
The Wellington Voice urges voters to support the Republican ticket or abstain, framing the fall election as a prelude to the pivotal battle of 1900. It questions bonds, the gold standard, army size, trusts, debts, taxes, and price changes under Boss Hanna and Boss Leland in national and local affairs.
A circulated appeal from the Republican finance committee urges postmasters and federal offices in Kansas and elsewhere to contribute to Ohio campaign efforts ahead of the 1900 elections. The letter claims a Democratic victory in Ohio could shift control of Congress and redistrict the state. It notes Civil Service rules and asserts funds will be handled by a committee unaffiliated with federal employees.
Illinois Senator Billy Mason challenges party line and vows to oppose war policy toward the Philippines. He denounces harsh treatment of Filipinos, calls for nonselfish action, and argues restraint and honesty in U S commitments. He says expansion by force is wrong and fears losing moral credibility abroad.
The snippet lampoons Republican figures and the Cobden club while noting Grimes and Fuiston shifting stances. It quotes Godard and Cy on closing saloons at a Leavenworth home, then cites SAM SMALL’s Cuba letter criticizing army canteens and chaplains for whiskey profits, via Iowa Commonwealth.
A quotation from the Overbrook Citizen suggests that the country needs common sense and Jeffersonian simplicity in official attire and court dress. The item comments on army and navy uniforms prescribed for official occasions and contrasts sanctioned styles with what officials of lower rank wear.
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