Fragmentary notes on cords and dates in old textile entry
A garbled passage references corduroy fabric terms and dated phrases. It mentions numbers and a state location but provides no clear event, person, or organization to anchor a full news item.
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Newspaper
Lawrence Gazette
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1891
Page
4
A garbled passage references corduroy fabric terms and dated phrases. It mentions numbers and a state location but provides no clear event, person, or organization to anchor a full news item.
The article notes American pocket knife manufacturers, many based in states like New York and nearby areas, increasing production quietly as demand grows. It highlights a general shift in the industry toward compact, utilitarian cutlery.
The readable fragments discuss price effects on consumers and production, referencing McKin benefits, duties, and shifts in manufacturing value. It notes historical dates around 1830 to 1890 and mentions the Manufacturers' Record with implied data on staple crops and gains by manufacturers. The garbled text hints at rising prices and plans for future consumer action.
A European-leaning critique surveys U.S. pensions and expenditures under the Republican party. It argues taxes fall on the poor and inflation of government spending, cites 1891 pension outlays, and claims tariff and revenue policies favor beneficiaries over the treasury.
A collage of excerpts notes pension frauds and back pay cases, including a soldier in 1868 drawing sixteen dollars monthly with back pension. critics call the discovery curious. Political commentary discusses McKinley Blaine dynamics and tariff policy framing, with contrasts on domestic production and foreign markets.
The piece argues for a balanced ticket without party amalgamation, urging Democratic and People’s Party conventions to nominate their halves separately. It condemns fusion with Republicans, cites past results, and warns that true victory rests on coalition with compatible aims. It notes Kansas editorial stances and tariff debates amid broader party tensions.
The Gazette announces extreme low prices during a Summer Sale with preparations for a Big Fall Trade. Fall goods are arriving and summer fabrics are cut to reduce prices for shoppers.
The piece praises society leaders as memorable hosts who recall names and hobbies, ask after personal details, and sustain social energy through gracious memory. It contrasts social brilliance with mockery from idle critics, noting the perfected social tact as a notable achievement.
Great semi annual remnant sale promises to top past events with silk dress goods flannels linens muslins prints lawns and carpets all sold at very low prices. Remnants come in all lengths and grades including dress lengths and short lengths suitable for children’s dresses or refashioning old garments. Attend and save.
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