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Newspaper
Lawrence Gazette
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1884
Page
4
Justice Miller of the U S Supreme Court laments that laying hands on property through taxation to favor certain individuals is robbery even when enacted as law. The quote condemns government power used selectively to enrich allies and punish others.
Governor Glick proclaims a special election for the Second Kansas district to fill Dudley Haskell’s vacancy. The election date is March 1 1884 with county sheriffs tasked to issue notices as required by state law.
The platform advocates immediate changes to tariff law to tax all classes fairly, cap revenue, forfeit unearned railroad land grants, reserve public land for settlers, speed debt repayment, and replace national bank currency with treasury notes. It also urges Congress to regulate interstate commerce for reasonable railroad highway access and opposes foreign labor under contract.
Lawrence voters urged to register at the city clerk's office ahead of the March 1 congressional vote. The piece cites rough campaign language, tariff debates, and quotes from journals and conventions as it notes registration closes February 19. It references Funston, Riggs, and Ware amid political contention.
A Kansas paper critics E H Funston of Allen County as a congress candidate. It catalogs his legislative record from 1883 to 1888, noting bills on minors weapons schools and bridges, and argues party machinery favors him over intellect and public welfare. It contrasts Funston with the late Governor Haskell.
The Leavenworth Standard quotes William Booth arguing price of wool ties to tariff but challenges a single-factor explanation. It cites Iowa wool growers resisting a $50 tariff fund, shows 1870 to 1880 mill closures and job losses, and notes tariff reports claiming higher production lowers wool prices for consumers. Revenue reformers are urged to seek reform, not protection.
A reader explains how Parsons delegates flip flop on the Republican policy of protection. They claim experience does not prove protection, bow to party fear, and drop the tariff plank to avoid splitting the ticket or offending the eastern bosses. The piece accuses leaders of vacillation and misstatements.
The passage condemns allegiances to powerful industry leaders tied to iron and steel, cotton and woolen lords, and eastern states. It emphasizes a resolve to oppose sacrifices of Kansas and the great West to these economic interests, reflecting regional discontent with their influence.
Mr Riggs conducts a vigorous canvass through southern counties speaking nightly to packed houses. He argues the real issues in the election, opposing Republican slogans and urging voters to weigh policy over personal attacks. He predicts a respectful, candid contest in the Second district.
The Missouri Republican Washington correspondent reports a nepotism scandal involving Senator McMillan Minnesota who chaired the commerce committee. His son was appointed as clerk after Lackey was removed, drawing pay of 2200 dollars per year and performing duties previously listed for others.
In Leavenworth County and Tounganoxtie area reports include real estate sales, hog shipments, and a new switch at KK P. notable events feature a Tuesday election, teachers' institute, a grand baseball dance, and a concert by Miss Jennie Newby and local youth singers. Attending residents include Miss Emma White, Miss Nettie Tweed, and Lawrence visitors.
Miss Mary Watts eldest daughter of Hon. John C. Watts died at age 13. A Plymouth church Sunday school member and universal favorite, her funeral was held Monday with Rev. Scott delivering an impressive tribute. Interred at Oak Hill cemetery. Mr. and Mrs. Wattsbereaved. community sympathy noted.
The Gazette notes the fifteenth wedding anniversary of Mr and Mrs Russell Fullerton of Jefferson county Kas and their friends in Argyle NY celebrate with a visit to John McGeach s residence. They receive a china tea set, a silver watch and chain, and other tokens including silver fruit dishes and majolica plates. Speeches by Revs Murry Henning Kane and Capt Orr are mentioned along with a supper and music by the Argyle Cornet band.
Reputable house of Geo Innes Co advertises selling off balance stock at prices “better than gold” to convert stock to cash. Farmers and others urged to buy any class of goods at less than market rates in the country.
A Lawrence advert promises savings on dry goods this month at Grohnns & Co and Wiedemann's. It urges shoppers to stock up now while the tint is on, claiming oranges cost 25 cents a dozen versus higher local prices.
Albert Walters married Lena Wolfkuhl at the bride’s parents’ home in Kanwaka township. Rev Pistor of the Lutheran church officiated. The couple, known countywide, reside with families in Lecompton and Deer Creek areas. Friends extend best wishes for a prosperous life together.
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