Topeka Convention Attacks Third Term and Local Issues
Topeka hosts a heated convention amid calls to end pig pens, debate over a third term, and political maneuvering for state offices. Talks surface about Noble Prentiss for secretary of state and Gov Martinet resuming editorial work. Proposals and opinions touch on Indian school attendance, financial policy, and Kansas triumphs in Lawrence.
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Noble Prentiss of
Atchison
Martinet
Atchison Champion
Topeka
Kansas City
Detroit
Excurson
Lawrence
Marshal Prentice
United States
Heidelberg Club plans August celebration in Heidelberg
The Heidelberg University Club of St. Louis, whose members studied in Heidelberg, Germany, plans a August celebration there for the 500th anniversary of the university, inviting all Heidelberg graduates in the Mississippi valley to a grand banquet, with St. Louis hosts numbering over fifty.
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Heidelberg University Club
St. Louis
Heidelberg
Germany
Mississippi Valley
Kansas City Must Subcribe 50000 Stock for New Rail Line
Kansas City is urged to invest 50000 in the Kansas City, Wrandotte and Northwestern Railroad as a condition for immediate construction. Gov Anthony secured a syndicate in New York to fund the project, but builders require the city to take the remaining stock. Citizens have raised 30000 and need 20000 more to meet the requirement, or the railroad may be canceled.
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Kassas City
New York
Chicago
Globe- Democrat
Globee Democrat
Greeley
Raymond
Bennett
Whitelaw Reid
Jones
Paris
St. Louis
Kansas City
Kansas City, Wrandotte & Northwestern Railroad
Anthony
Debated issue of top graduates sparks renewed debate
A persistent bid to reveal highest grades in the graduating class is rejected as unnecessary. The NA L report dated June 11 notes average marks from two years and criticizes labor restrictions. It asserts support for freedom of labor and rails against force against workers. The Republican stance favors both free labor principles and action against strikes.
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NAL
America
Republican Party
Ingalls and anti counterfeits in 1886 oleomargarine bill
A letter from Senator Ingalls opposes bogus butter and calls for heavy taxation to curb oleomargarine sales. The item mentions Kansas market reception and echoes Kansas public sentiment, contrasting with a Chicago Tribune tale of a 112 year old Kansas resident and a speculative epic on evolution and humanity.
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Ingalls
Committee of the
Kansas
Joan J. Incarz
Senator Ingalls
Still Malicious Spirit Sways South Says Davis Dead
A Confederate era rebuke appears in the Atlanta Constitution denouncing the idea that David Davis betrayed the country. The piece argues the Democratic party's Illinois missteps defeated Mr. Tilden, and asserts Davis acted with fairness as senator while courting Republican support. It critiques Democrats for overreaching to beat Gen. Logan.
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Atlanta, Ga
Constitution
David Davis
Supreme Court
Chandlers
Hayes
Gen. Logan
Senate
Logan
Davis
Simpson Platform Tone Echoes Baker and Greeley Styles
The piece critiques Ben Simpson's long platform, noting it resembles his usual thorough writings. It suggests a firmer, concise format like Father Baker or Greeley, with clearly numbered propositions to leave a sharper voter impression.
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Ben Simpson
Ben
Father Baker
Greeley
Mr. Simpson
Delegation Denied Entertainments Over Color at State Convention
The Lyon county delegation to the Republican State convention in Topeka was refused hospitality at major hotels due to a colored member. Emporia News notes Topeka’s discriminatory stance, urging Lawrence as a fair alternative with its university and Indian school, citing historical practice and regional press consensus.
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Lyon County
Topeka
Emporia
Lawrence
University
Indian School
Lawrence Journal
Not Sensible Resolution Honors Parsons Incident
A weak Topeka convention resolution failed to promptly honor brave volunteers who rushed to Parsons to restore order after anarchist disruption. The author decries socialists and boycotters, praises the volunteers and calls for swift recognition of their actions amid terrorized Parsons.
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Parsons
Topeka
Two-Term Rule Gains Ground In State Convention
The article lauds a Republican State Convention praising order restored after chaos. It notes two-term limits gaining support, with Gov. Martin and Lt Gov Riddle sharing strong backing. McCabe, Howe praised. McCarthy and Hamilton elected as new auditor and treasurer, set for editorial roles.
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McCabe
Howe
Lave
Martin
Riddle
McCarthy
Hamilton
Inventory of Rev Jonathan Edwards estate 1750 wealth note
The Northampton probate records reveal an inventory of Jonathan Edwards estate dated July 25 1750 with items from hats and coats to beds linens and crockery. It lists livestock books manuscripts maps land wealth and a slave named Joeus totaling £40 plus further assets. Regent C W Smith J J Houston C S Finch and B S Hutchins former students were delegates to the Republican State Convention with Hutchins elected to the state central committee.
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Northampton
Mass
Jonathan Edwards
Messrs
Jas. Woodbridge
Samuel Brown
Josiah Jones
Joeus
Aaron Burr
C. W. Smith
Stockton
J. J. Houston
Garnet
C. S. Finch
Harper
B.S. Hutchins
Kingman
Univerity
Hutchins
State Central Committee
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