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Newspaper
Lawrence Weekly Journal
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1889
Page
2
A tax bill regulating county officers fees and salaries failed to pass, going down 51 to 49. The article notes resistance and signals a return to legislative action, with observers remarking on the need for clear oversight and governance.
A compact remark noting the Legislature is within nine days of its deadline, urging timely action and reflecting a reader's exhortation to observe the Sabbath while acknowledging the approaching cutoff.
It is not probable that there will be any change in the length of legislative sessions or the pay of members. The statement suggests continuity in terms of session duration and compensation for legislators.
The March Century will feature a Congressional poem titled Down to the Capital by James Wallcams Britey. The piece promises political insight and literary reflection on governance.
As of now the odds tilt near even on the Oklahoma bill with a slight edge to rejection or to not reaching a vote. Lawmakers weigh fiscal impact and policy implications as opposition and backers jockey for influence ahead of decisions.
A sentence from Jonathan and His Continent notes that in America political life is a liberal profession, especially for those who pursue it. The quotation frames politics as freedom focused and expansive for practitioners.
A reader asks what effect, if any, frequent rides in electric motor cars will have on watches carried by passengers. The note seeks scientific insight into possible magnetic fields, vibrations, or timing impacts from electric propulsion on timepieces.
The House Committee of the Whole reported a favorable bill by Mr. Jones proposing a tax measure to support irrigation and establish a commissioner of irrigation. It outlines funding and governance changes to advance water projects.
Edward Eggleston reviews James Bryce's American Commonwealth in the March Century, calling it a full-length portrait of the United States under the headline A Full-Length Portrait of the United States.
The investigation by the full committee will produce a report exonerating the officials while recommending improved methods for conducting the coal business.
The house devoted Friday to discussing fifty five local bills, none of which should have been introduced. In the end, measures of real importance will fail for want of time.
Leavenworth residents debate a bill by Mr Lezate creating a county court of common press to better enforce the prohibitory law. The measure seeks stronger local enforcement and public accountability.
A provision by Mr. Elliott authorizes the governor to appoint a three person committee to investigate the conduct and management of state institutions and officers. The measure has passed the House.
Tuesday session considered Senate Nos. 228 262 and 63 on interest and usury. Proposals to increase penalties by forfeiting all interest and restricting rates above ten twelve and fifteen percent were defeated. Provisions to forfeit principal, make usury over fifteen a misdemeanor with a 250 dollar fine or six months imprisonment, or both, and to quadruple forfeiture failed.
The Lawrence Republicans endorse Mrs. Dudley C. Haskell for post mistress in a bid praised as worthy civil service recognition. Supporters argue her late husband’s service and her qualifications merit appointment over others, with endorsements echoed by the Ottawa Republican and Wichita Journal.
A traveling scene to Topeka follows a woman from a sod home in a western county as she navigates a grand Capitol building in search of her former husband, Mr. X. Her daughter Nettie pleads for her papa while political bustle and public life swirl around them, ending in a tense moment of promised reunion and departure.
The city should focus on improving Massachusetts Street to the south city limits and extending to Haskell Institute. A side hill road from Berkley Street to University grounds is proposed with electric lights on Lee Street to illuminate depots to the University before commencement.
A Kansas House session feature covers Poe’s jab at Chancellor Lippincott comparing his workload to a country school teacher. The article defends the chancellor's attention to detail and argues the university’s faculty deserve support, noting Poe could visit the campus to assess conditions firsthand.
The community discusses Mrs Haskell as a candidate for postmaster, noting her late husband’s influence and a broad local demand. Supporters say her quiet, capable canvass has earned wide backing, while opponents fear political opposition from outsiders and acknowledge the strong named reverence for Haskell in Kansas.
A local notice urges letting a competent woman be freed from political embarrassment by withdrawing favor for male candidates seeking the Lawrence post office. The authors express friendship for those named and urge better positions for Republicans, inviting replies from gentlemen.
The State Journal reports after thirty six days in session that both houses have approved and the governor has signed multiple bills. Notable items include appropriations for legislative departments mileage and per diem for nineteen delegates from newer counties, payment on a note for Quantrell raid scrip, highway and bridge authorizations in Elk and Morris counties, school district bonds in Fort Scott, and a bridge project over the Kansas River in Kansas City Southside. Also approved are ceding jurisdiction over Ft Riley and funds for interstate beef and pork conference expenses.
For this price the Kansas $1.75. Farmer will be furnished one year with the Weekly Journal.
Delayed mail prevented full transmission of the house recommended university appropriation bill. The total for the coming year is 848,870, about 41,000 less than requested, with multiple department and equipment cuts noted. The article also cites the Kansas City Star on Secretary Blaine’s Samoa policy prospects.
Market notes show lemons at 20 cents a dozen and apples at 15 cents a bushel. Eggs remain cheap with 10 to 15 cents per dozen, butter down to 30 cents a pound, and potatoes and poultry plentiful. Malaga grapes 25 cents a pound, in market till about April. pineapples scarce but improving in quality, priced 50 to 75 cents each. Fresh vegetables include lettuce and radishes. bananas scarce with 25 to 30 cents a dozen. Celery a touch lower at 30 cents a dozen stalks. oranges in abundant supply, selling around 20 cents each.
A bill by Senator Spooner establishes a nationwide system of farmers institutes within the agricultural department. An institute superintendent would earn 36000 annually, with regular meetings in agricultural regions for experiments lectures and discussions. The system would publish proceedings and hire lecturers, costing up to 500000 yearly excluding permanent salaries and report printing.
The twenty seventh anniversary of the surrender of Fort Donelson Tennessee is celebrated with General Grant praising the victory as the greatest in American history up to that time. He notes the high number of prisoners and the impact on breaking the rebellion and shaping a united country.
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