Late 1890 Topeka Douglas county news mixed items
Thudium Bros buy Hereford meat market. Elston of Oskaloosa visits city. Conger child typhoid in Hesper. Elmers welcome a 9 pound boy. Various visits from Memphis Houston Chicago and Lawrence. Telephone to Junction City. Burglar trio plead guilty. Harvest Home picnic at Sigel. State school fund dividend details. Topeka transport fare for Labor Day. Dem county convention notes and delegate lists. Community notices Peach prices and local tragedies. Sheep Institute announced near Lawrence.
New Creations in Dress Goods Delight Shoppers
We note the appreciation of our efforts in presenting the richest line of dress goods in this market. Rich plaid effects electrify every viewer and are beyond description.
Our New Carpets Make Homes Feel Refreshed
We present the finest carpets available with exclusive designs that set us apart. Customers praise comfort and market-leading quality as they choose from a range highlighting durability and style.
Remnants and Lace Curtains for Sale
A local shop promotes remnants including lace curtains and poles with window shades. The ad promises cheap prices and value for buyers seeking affordable home decor.
Editor J. B. Chapman Nominated for Congress
The democrats of the Second Congressional district Tuesday nominated J. B. Chapman of the Fort Scott Tribune as a candidate for Congress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. B. Chapman
Ft. Scott Tribune
Congress
Democrats
Second Congressional District
Fort Scott Tribune
Fulford Co circus earns praise at Lawrence show
Subscribers are urged to inspect receipts and correct accounts within 30 days. The A K Fulford & Co circus impressed large audiences at Zand Sp with acts by James and Millie Stowe, Madam Cordelia, Wm Dorr, and the trained dogs of Miss Jessie Dorr, plus flying ring and acrobats. Cravns, Lewis, and Mrs Gardner returned from recent trips.
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A. K. Fulford & Co
Zand Sp. m
Messrs. Fulford & Co
James Stowe
Millie Stowe
Madam Cordelia
Wm. Dorr
Lawrence
Fulford & Co
Engineer in Luck Draws 35000 Invests in House
John G. Lowrey chief engineer on the Anchor Line steamboat City of Providence lives at 2504 South Eleventh street. He received 5000 from The Louisiana State Lottery via American Express after holding one twentieth of ticket No 32.04 which won the second capital prize of 100000 in July. Mrs Lowrey said he would buy a comfortable home and she hopes to join him in future winnings.
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John G. Lowrey
South Eleventh Street
City of Providence
American Express Company
Lowrey
Principles of loyalty in public life urged by Farmers' Friend
The Farmers' Friend condemns duplicitous conduct in politics urging officials to show their true convictions and stand by their promises. It warns against public figures who agree with causes yet fail to provide support when needed, calling for transparency and steadfastness.
Farmers Seek Self Reliance For Policy Gains
When the American farmers place principle above partisan politics and learn to think and act for themselves and in their own interests they will secure favorable legislation. Rural New Yorker quote underscores agricultural independence driving policy outcomes.
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New Yorker
Prepare for Fall painting at Raymonds Drug Store
Prime with oil and ochre then two coats of Pure Mixed Paint to make the job last longer and look better than lead and oil. You pays your money and takes your choice at Raymonds Drug Store.
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Raymonds Drug Store
Nothing Has Been Done by Congress on Key Reforms
A Three Rivers News Reporter letter from Michigan argues federal elected representatives have failed to enact reforms. It cites opposition to free coinage of silver, banking reforms, futures trading controls, land ownership limits, tax equalization, currency expansion, and public ownership of communications and transportation, urging action in line with labor and farmer union goals.
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Levine
United States Senate
United States
W. W. Coats
Alleghany County
New York
New Yorker
Industrial Union of Farmers
Confederation of Labor
St. Louis
Congress
Senate
Boards of Trade
Government of Communication and Transportation
United States Postal Mail Service
Three Rivers
Mich
They Have a Right to a Party in Politics
A San Antonio Labor Journal editorial urges farmers and wage workers to form and control political parties. It argues the old bosses and rings monopolize power and that people must organize to curb corporate domination and elect principled leaders. It portrays existing leaders as resistant to popular control and calls for broader participation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Antonio Labor Journal
Farmers Rise As Political force In The South
The Rochester Times notes farmers are waking up and gaining political strength after years of neglect. A Nebraska group, The Farmers Alliance of Phelps County, Nebraska, plans a boycott against any paper that prints disparaging remarks about their chosen candidates.
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Rochester Times
Farmers’ Alliance
Phelps County
Neb
America
Vote Your Own Sentiments on Political Reform
A Nebraska Herald column notes awakening among voters in hard times and distrust of old party methods. It credits Alliance teaching with educating farmers and laborers about government corruption and warns against party leaders steering voters, urging them to vote their own sentiments.
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Alliance
Maryland
Virginia
West Virginia
North Carolina
South Carolina
Florida
Georgia
Alabama
Mississippi
Louisiana
Texas
Arkansas
Colorado
New Mexico
Kansas
Missouri
Kentucky
Tennessee
Indiana
Minnesota
Iowa
Nebraska
California
Washington
Ilinois
Michigan
Ohio
Pennsylvania
New York
New Jersey
Delaware
Atlantic
Golden Gate
Gulf of Mexico
St. Lawrence
Alexandria
Neb
Shylock and the Cruelty of Creditors Then and Now
Mrs. A. Ingraham recalls a grim image from Shylock to condemn brutal debt collection. She compares harsh creditors to a bleated monster with a blade and flesh hook, ready to tear from farmers the little they hold, even for a few pounds to feed creditors.
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Shylock
Mra. A. Ingraham
Jou
Agticultur
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Oskaloosa
Chas
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T. H. Wharton
Elmer Pierson
W. B. Learnard
Mempis, Tenn
Q. E. Learnard
A. Whitcomb
Manhattan
Junction City
J. F. Weaver
Eudora Township
William G. Maxted
Emma J. Keys
Norton
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Chicago
Wells, Fargo & Co
S Express
Teodore Gardner
Nathan Miller
Clara Parkhurst
John W. Allison
Newton
Cora V. Henshaw
Frank Robertson
Tennessee Street
Webb Wilder
Hiawatha
E. H. F. Bailey
Indianapolis
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Dicker
Justice Sternbergh
John Selig
Safford Ambler
Kansas City
Santa Fe
F. A. Boyce
Detroit
University of Michigan
Pharmacy
State University
G. .F. Waldo
J. H. Barrow
F. A. Lawson
Crains & Urbansky
Western Passenger Association
Topeka
Sigel
the Grove
Prof
Stottler
Samuel Riggs
Col
A. F. Allen
Douglas County
B. Thomas
E. Pearson
George Morris
Belvoir
Morris
Newton Henshaw
Kentucky Street
A.H L. State
Allison
Miss Allison
Inez Henshaw
Democratic Party
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John Gardner
W. H. Sears
Sam’s Bishop
Alfred Krause
Jordan Neal
B. J. Horton
John Kelley
W. W. Stewart
Capt
L. F. Green
Milton Shepherd
Wm. Young
8S. D. Bishop
1St Ward
N. G. White
Kh. J. Horton
Joe McConne
Joe McConnell
Ed Kassold
Vep. Flinn
Daniel Saith
S. D. Bishop
Wm. Gnefkow
Chas. Sutorius
M. J Burlingan
Horton
Mr. McElhaney
A. S. Anderson
Fr. Ecke
Geo. Kimball
Fred Strahn
Frank Smelser
A. Johnster
D. Donavan
Frank Wheadoun
August Walkable
W.H. Kemmer
Joseph Penchard
Ed Learned
John W. Swope
D. Watts
M. L. Allstott
Dan'l Bates
KR. Delahunty
Alvin Weber
Geo. Smith
Wim. Watts
Joseh Wind
Jacob Landers
Clarence Sheets
Andrew Christ
John Buch
Chris
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Win. Lee
Win. Smth
M. Lane
Carlson
J. Fischer
L. Lacy
W. A. Willis
J. Glathart
G. Epple
Pp. M. Hanlin
F. W. Howell
J. Birmingham
F. Deichmann
J. Parson
J.J. Quiggle
E. Mauter
G. Weber
Fred Draper
Henry Snyder
J. Westfall
John M. Jones
John 5. Talbert
D. Dauberman
Carl Allen
Rufus Melvin
Frank Harmon
GT Ward
Jas. Goodwin
J. Householder
BR. P. Washington
Audora
C. Toyne
P. Hartig
E. L. Nicols
Win. Kubler
I.W. Caldwell
Fred Copp
John Schoenheter
John Heibel
Thos. Rayson
John Neuistifter
Alfred Dunn
Conrad Altenburry
Alfred Kraus
Charley Rayson
V. Dooly
Joseph Seeley
Dan’l Sutter
John Palmat
John Kraus
Albert Griffin
Archie Garvin
L. M. Carns
Palmya
Vinland
P. A. Weeks
Geo. M. Jones
M. C. Stevens
C. Rodman
Seth Fenton
A. S. Harris
Wilber Moses
C. C. Roberts
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Henry West, D. Tucker
Joe Patterson
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Ed Griffin
Kanwaka
Wu. Draper
Thomas Dier
J. A. Kelley
E. Saylor
A. Finley
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Albert Walter
John Murphy
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S. A. Ridgs
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S. J. Savage
J. H. Harrison
P. J. Petersen
A. R. Shepherd
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D. C. Holbert
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M. Shepherd
VL. Reece
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Chas, Lindell
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Carson Wicks
J. S. Adair
W. Walddis
C. V. Williams
S. Creel
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Francis Walter
S$. Winters
N. Williams
F. Howell
A. P. Lowe
Jacol Hardterfer
W. Halstead
Simons
A. Simmons
A. Lind
C.P. Roy
Wm. Mesenhimer
John Badsky
Committee On Permanent Organization
W.H. Sears
Committee On
National Democratic Party
A. Riggs
Capt. Green
J. W. Swope
Chas. Robinson
Committee On Nomination
Olathe
Wichita
Joseph Patterson
O. Carlson
Wm. Menenhimer
J.P. Banker
G. S. Hicks
Wm. Carey
Louis A. Poehler
C. A. Sutorius
Justus Howell
Frank Walter
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Richard Horton
W. L. Reece
W. H. Stewart
S. Sturdevant
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A. L. Shepherd
Peoples Party County Central Committee
Jenu Witsos
Lawrence Canning Co
Catharine Dolisi
Jacob Dolisi
Eudora
Joseph Argubright
Lakeview
Farmers’ Institute
P. Jewett's
City
Prof. Seiler
Lena
Innes
Cver
Raymond's Drug Store
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al. Lewis
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Sumner Thompson
J. H. Glathart
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