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Newspaper
Kansas Agitator
Location
Garnett, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1901
Page
6
A fragmentary river scene from a bygone era shows a man debating marriage with a woman as they walk along the riverbank. She ultimately rejects a cottage life for a brownstone and boulevard, prompting his surprised, exasperated reaction.
A collection of short items notes a new secure id device called the kryp tophone with a sensitive water immersed diaphragm capable of sensing distant boat pulsations and warnings. It reflects faith in unseen powers and parallels with telescope and telephone breakthroughs as society seeks extended senses. Also mentions a London restaurant meal for a half-penny and comments on architectural beauty yielding public value.
The death of William McKinley elevates Theodore Roosevelt to the presidency. Born October 27, 1858 in New York City, Roosevelt’s Dutch and Scotch-Irish heritage is noted, with a history of public service from civil service commissioner to president of the Civil Service Commission, reflecting long political involvement and reform efforts.
A historical sketch traces Theodore Roosevelt from his Georgia ancestry through Harvard years to political ascent. It highlights civil service reform, police commission work, and 1898 Spanish War leadership, plus his governorship victory and early writings. The piece notes his family, including Alice and the six Roosevelt children, and mentions Lake Winnebago's shallow depth and rich fish habitat as a separate aside.
A fragment from an old serialized drama portrays a tense scene of bargaining, affection, and insecurity. Two lovers debate an arranged match, wealth, and social expectations, with sharp, unfinished dialogue about love, duty, and a looming proposal.
Fragmentary OCR notes recall Roosevelt in command of the Rough Riders with Col. Wood and references to his New York National Guard service in the 1880s. The text hints at his role as a dashing cavalry leader before the Spanish American War and his position as lieutenant colonel.
An 1842 London Times notice seeks widowers and single gentlemen. It advertises a woman described as agreeable lively and faithful seeking a household supervisor and table presider. The listing uses a long alphabetic trait set from A to Z including English fashionable and virtuous qualities. Addis X. 2 Simmonds Libras. Bdewareroad.
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