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Newspaper
Lawrence Gazette
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1883
Page
4
The Gazette argues for full public discussion on tariff policy, criticizing protectionists and praising free trade. It calls out local press for selective publishing in the Kansas debate and defends academic freedom at the State University amid political pressure.
A letter to the Tar Gazette argues against free trade championed by Mr. Riggs, insisting the United States proves greater prosperity under protection. The writer cites population, wealth, savings, and output gaps, disputes England’s gains under free trade, and asserts U S advantages in production, farming, and wealth while warning against dependence on cheaper English labor. The piece relies on official statistics and Year Books figures to challenge Riggs and defend protectionist policy.
A historical letter argues England's success rests on export led manufacturing and free trade. It contrasts England's cotton, wool, iron, linen, machinery, and coal exports with American prosperity under protection, urging to maintain tariffs rather than abandon them. It cites parliamentary statements and figures to claim the U S stands equal or superior today in civilization and resources.
Mrs Geo A Banks hosted a Friday tea for a large group of elderly ladies and their daughters, with many grandmas visiting town. The spread featured a variety of fine refreshments in the parlor, leaving guests feeling renewed and happy. Also noted is a Turners gathering in Lawrence with St Joseph, Kansas City, and Leavenworth clubs, showcasing gymnastic events and prize awards at Bismarck Grove.
The law directs county road overseers to clear public highways of cockle bars burdocks sunflowers and similar weeds each year between June 15 and July 15. Violators face misdemeanor charges and fines from three to ten dollars plus costs. The act directs counties to enforce Section 1 under chapter 108 of the 1874 session laws.
Lawrence Kansas May 15 1883 sealed proposals will be received until June 7 1883 at 10 o'clock for about 30000 pounds of flour 4200 pounds of cornmeal and fresh beef pork mutton or lamb and other provisions for the prison to be delivered daily or monthly as directed by the Warden with payments monthly and security bonds required bidders to be present at bid opening and comply with contract terms. The notice also lists heirs and litigation against Alfred Whitman over Lot 215 Tennessee Street Lawrence Douglas County Kansas and a July 14 1883 deadline to answer in court.
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