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Newspaper
Lawrence Gazette
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1890
Page
4
A brief notice outlines subscription options including mail in advance postage paid rates. One year costs 1.50, eight months 1.00, and a six word line priced at 75 and three caths at 50, with the mention of mail in advance payment options.
The Gazette notes address communications and business letters to the Gazette. Checks drafts and money orders should be made payable to Frank L Webster, Manager. The Gazette office is on the second floor of the Journal building rear rooms.
On Thursday August 21 1890 Douglas county Kansas Democrats will hold a delegate convention at the Lawrence courthouse on Saturday August 23 at 11 am to select delegates for the Olathe congressional convention August 26 and the Wichita state convention September 9 Primary elections occur in townships August 22 at 3 pm and in Lawrence courthouse August 22 at 8 pm Representation basis to be announced.
Editorial traces Grover Cleveland’s tariff reform effort and its impact on Republican stance. It notes Western Republicans and newspapers shifting toward free trade, Blaine’s adaption to reciprocity, and the broader shift toward Democratic ideas reshaping party loyalty across the West.
The piece challenges claims of dangerous European pauper labor, citing 1879 Evarts and 1880s Blaine reports on European versus American labor efficiency. It argues American workers outpace European counterparts, supporting the case that tariffs should not hinge on fears of foreign competition.
Hon. W. F. Wilcox, M. C., argues in the Morning Journal that Blaine values foreign markets for farm products and condemns the McKinley bill for failing to open or even risking foreign trade. He warns the bill could provoke sectional strife and hurt northern and southern industries, urging protest by business and fair-minded readers.
The Engineering and Mining Journal reports that foreign discounts are real and widely used by export firms. The Journal cites interviews with major establishments and explains why export prices differ from domestic ones, noting officials’ curiosity and protectionist queries.
The Republican Federal elections bill would place House elections under federal control, curtail state power, and empower partisan supervisors in every district. Chief supervisors would appoint three precinct supervisors, two from one party and one from the opposite, with final authority on counts and returns. Deputy marshals could conduct house to house canvasses, subjecting households to partisan scrutiny and potential arrest for noncompliance. The measure aims to ensure Republican dominance and inflame sectional tensions.
A long editorial from the Indianapolis Journal denounces the mailed hand policy of Republicans and the stand back cry aimed at 4,000,000 Democrats outside the reconstructed states. It argues Democrats will stand forward if elections are stolen and urges restraint while warning of future political clashes. The piece cites Quay, Dudley, Reed, and the 1876 precedent, contrasting with calls for peace and liberty. It references national mood in the North and South, and predicts political defeat for aggressive tactics.
The article portrays Speaker Reed as capable on the floor and decisive, yet morally deficient in permanence. It accuses him of unfair treatment of opponents, tyranny likened to Bismarck, and aims to pass a force bill to cripple Southern Democrats. Reed allegedly favors a year round Congress to push his agenda.
From exchanges noting Senator Quay disliking the phonograph as talky and a Chicago Evening Post remark. The Courier Journal suggests President Harrison might sell the South for pension funds. An enthusiast lists a table with Dumb man Quay in satire about silence.
A compilation of editorials and letters citing party views on Blaine postmaster general, Treasury strain, Harrison finances, surplus concerns, prohibition, and the Behring Sea dispute. The excerpts feature criticisms of Republican actions and calls for arbitration and reform, with multiple city papers referenced.
The article cites J A Whitelock arguing in the Cape May Wave that the government should acquire all railroads by gradual absorption and operate them at cost. It proposes issuing 100 million in full legal tender notes stamped On account of the national railroads to pay stock and bondholders, with freight and passenger tariffs redeeming the money. It foresees no interest or dividends, substantial rate reductions, and an eventual government ownership of the entire system within fifteen years.
Before the National Farmers' Alliance convention in Ocala Florida in December it is expected that 8000000 farmers will join and back the order's industrial commercial and political aims The group has rapidly become active in Washington and in about half the states The tariff schedule hurts both wool manufacturers and wool growers with high duties on raw material and high prices for wool products
Describe a prominent school with a 23 member faculty and a varied curriculum. It offers scientific, classical, and commercial courses plus practical business, shorthand, typing, music, fine art, and pen art training. The institute emphasizes a comprehensive education at the head of the local schools.
A St. Louis Republic editorial argues city and country workers share common deprivations and should unite to curb capitalist power. It warns militia violence against strikers deepens class rift, and insists shared poverty demands equitable wealth distribution for national progress.
A Lawrence Kansas store advertises the Encyclopedia Britannica ninth edition in 25 volumes, offered at $1.50 per volume with 50 cent first volume, delivery by December, and total price $36.50. The firm Fretp & Hares invites visits to examine the set and place orders now.
L O McIntire notes surprise abroad over doubt about the expiration date of The Louisiana State Lottery Company charter. The current charter runs to 1805, with a legislative amendment asked to extend to 1919. Renewal is a formality, and Beauregard and Early receive praise for overseeing drawings and maintaining high standards.
Leis Drug Co has obtained the agency for Sherwin Williams pure mixed paints. The company proclaims the paint superior to others on the market.
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