Democratic Convention in Douglas County Kansas
The Democratic county convention for Douglas County will meet at Lawrence court house on September 14 15 at 11 am to nominate a county ticket including County Attorney Probate Judge and Clerk of the District Court along with Superintendent of Public Instruction and state legislative representatives. Primary voting occurs September 12 at 3 pm in townships and at the Lawrence court house, with strong editorial notes on political issues of the era.
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Democratic Party
Douglas County
Kansas
Court House
Lawrence
Sp.a
Alarm over McKinley bill taint in Senate toffee talk
The Protective Tariff Teague fears for the McKinley bill fate and accuses some Republican senators of being swayed by money dinners and wines. A heading Important claims high senate authority warns industries facing possible danger from legislation. Robert P Porter, a protectionist leader, remains confident despite such opinions.
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Senate
Mare’s Nest
Robert P. Porter
Protection
Why the Tariff Debate in the September Forum
The September Forum presents E L Godkin and David A Wells on European protectionism's rise, linked to armaments, machinery, and wages. It argues suffrage expansion and socialist ideas shift policy, explains labor market thinking, and critiques government politics feeding protectionist measures and bounty practices.
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E. L. Godkin
New York Evening Post
Europe
David A. Wells
Godkin
Wells
Austrian
Belgium
France
Holland
Italy
Great Britain
Germany
Adam Smith
Tariff and politics shape voting power and protection
The author argues that tariff protection creates moneyed interests tied to political parties. When protection is threatened funds rise to defend the party, influencing voters and shaping suffrage as business interests invest to secure continued protection. This dynamic, the piece claims, is a crucial political truth.
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Congressional
Congress
The Negro in the South letter to the Philadelphia Record
Thos. W. Swann, a South native and son of a former slave, argues from Danville that Southern blacks enjoy more privileges than their Northern counterparts. He cites Southern opportunities and fears Northern hypocrisy, urging self reliance, political independence, and an end to party manipulation to reduce prejudice and improve living conditions. He warns against federal force bills and predicts unity between races only if prejudice fades and equal rights are pursued locally.
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Thos. W. Swann
South
Philadelphia Record
Danville
Philadelphia
Mason and Dixon
Denis Lonbard
United States Senate
Congress
Virginia
Washington
North
Bride and Lane Wed at Bride's Residence in City
Phillip F Bride and Julia A Lane were married at the bride’s parents home on Pennsylvania Street last Wednesday evening by Rev Ayers. The couple resides in the city and are well known to many friends. The groom works at Hauber's cooper shop.
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Phillip F. Bride
Julia A. Lane
Pennsylvania Street
Ayers
Hauber’s Cooper Chop
Political manipulation and church outreach over the Lodge bill
Leading Republican papers condemn the Lodge election bill as a partisan scheme. Aimed to suppress dissent and pressure Black churches, a forged pro bill campaign circulates blank forms for pastors to collect congregational opinions. The tactic, cloaked as religion, seeks to subvert Black voters and provoke sectional strife, prompting strong editorials against the move.
Shriner Visits Nelson After Short County Tour
W M Shriner of Nelson Nebraska, once a prominent local resident, returns for a brief visit and business. He notes his locality suffered from drought while his health has improved since leaving, with a fair corn crop reported.
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W. M. Shriner
Nelson
Nebraska
Kennedy Attacks Quay in House Election Bill Debate
In Wasinscox on September 4, Congressman Kennedy of Ohio delivered a fierce attack on Senator Quay and party leadership over the Election bill. He denounced Senate courtesy as a shield for corruption and urged urgent passage of the bill before adjournment, arguing Republicans must back the measure to preserve the party. The speech, read from manuscript, drew close attention as the House adjourned.
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Wasinscox
House
Breckinridge
Kennedy
Ohio
Senate
Quay
Jon
Poo Hie Democrats
Gorham
Judas Iscariot
Judas
Matt Quays
Republican Party
Matt Quay
Ian
Lafayette
Chamber of Deputies
France
Napoleon
South
Roapai
McKinley
Washington
Semater Blin
Newknapshire
Cinein Wath Enquirer
Blaine
Tharrison
Ma. Marcised
Bath
Providence Journal
Secretary of the Interior
McWinley Bill Debate and Political Mockery Across Papers
From Our Exchanges compiles critical quips and gossip on the McKinley tariff battle and the force bill, with quotes from the Globe Kentucky Republican Louisville Courier Journal Providence Journal and others. Critics mock Blaine Quay and Blankenberg, note partisan tactics, discuss pension costs and Congressional business.
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McWinley
Blaine
Senator Quay
Chiuzy Globe
Kentucky
Laiwlessness
Oity
Louisville Courier- Journal
Dentist Offers Low Prices in Lawrence At 829 Massachusetts
Dr Wheeler advertises first and only dental practice in Lawrence offering Amalgam fillings at 50 cents and extractions for 24 cents. Located near Hinnie's shoe store at 829 Massachusetts Street, open 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
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Wheeler
Lawrence
Hinnie
Massachusetts Street
Money 0 Loa We lend you money as reasonably as anyone
Money 0 Loa advertises lending with low interest tied to secured value. It promises customer guidance, home interest payments, and no exchange costs. Russett and Metcalf allied with Merchants' National Bank Building operate the service. Masury's and Sherwin Williams offer pure paints in stock. Luks Deve Co.
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Masury’s and
Sherwin & Williams
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People’s Party
Senator Bently
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Thurman
Ener
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Black Jack
Lecompton
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Waller
Hovey
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