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Newspaper
Lawrence Weekly Journal
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1887
Page
4
Lawrence Kansas editorial notes praise for Harper's Weekly as a superior, ably illustrated first-class democratic newspaper. The item highlights Harper's Weekly as the go to publication for quality political reporting and illustrated journalism.
The Colorado militia major general, amid Colorow’s warpath, sent a dispatch earning the nickname General Givemhell West for his aggressive stance and confrontational posture in the conflict.
Texas rivers rose in a single tremendous wave after a heavy storm. A four hour period brought eight inches of rainfall near Waco, triggering widespread destruction.
P. P. Pomeroy of the Omaha Herald sues Chief Seavy for 10000 dollars alleging illegal arrest and imprisonment. He was arrested while reporting a prize fight.
The Emporia News reports that Kansas will see a larger immigration this fall than in any prior period. Rail lines from eastern and middle states are adding capacity to accommodate excursionists and emigrants.
An epidemic of presidential invitations spreads beyond the designated route, rising from unlikely quarters. Observers say the invitations bear the mark of a political bureau tied to a Presidential Invitation Union.
Leavenworth asserts it now produces more stoves wagons machinery boilers brooms furniture and operates more planing mills than any Missouri valley city and more than any city west of St. Louis or Chicago, highlighting its industrial stature.
Grex Weaver of Iowa told delegates at a united labor party convention that he would lead one column of voters to overthrow the Republican party while others would lead a different column. He warned that unless his column grows stronger the Republicans may retain hope.
The third party is hostile to the Republican party because it aims to ride the prohibition wave into office. The Republicans gain genuine temperance support nationwide, reducing third party chances. The rival party even allies with an avowed whisky party to try to destroy the GOP.
Prorreson Shelton laments the pau city of the English language and seeks a word for ensilage output. He proposes humbug for the product, noting it carries rich meaning. For the makers, few will be “ensilagers” in Kansas, making a new term impractical.
Secretary BayaroD urges a formal response after an unprovoked assault on United States Consul Brigham by a Mexican judge. He says the incident warrants official investigation and insists the U.S. government must act promptly if Mexico does not.
The article argues government must rest on a responsible base not provided by southern black majorities. It contends society, when left to itself, could maintain law and order, but during periods of force resorted to harsher measures. The piece links race, politics, and the lingering effects of slavery on democracy.
The democratic editors quarrel over Virginia's political scene and the recent Republican manifesto. One claims Senator Sherman drafted it in Canada to serve his interests, another blames Blaine for its design to swing the state. They overlook a rising current: Mahone leads a political awakening beating the old guard.
The grove shines in its loveliest array as exhibits gain strengths under skilled direction. New attractions boost turnout while management aids novelty. Family tickets are planned, and the fair bans lotteries to earn broad public support for Bismarck as a key Lawrence feature.
The piece argues for stronger limits on immigration and calls for restricting naturalization. It proposes forfeiture of citizenship for anarchists and enemies of government, and removal of voting rights if naturalized individuals become a danger to society. It emphasizes noncriminal subversive beliefs as grounds to bar or revoke citizenship.
The piece argues Pennsylvania Democrats claim credit for no land grants to railroads under the current administration. It notes Democratic opposition to land grants, contrasts with the Pacific railroads funded by Republican policy, mentions Douglas and Benton as early proponents, and ends by praising the administration as modestly virtuous for not pursuing grants.
Postoffice changes in Kansas for the week ending September 3 1887 list established offices renamed offices and newly appointed postmasters Across counties Marion Reno Cloud Montgomery Russell Stanton Sedgwick Cowley Comanche Haskell Nemaha Stafford and others are named with townships and individuals such as John H Dansker Wm G Hanneman Asel C Watson Perry D Bobbitt James P Barnett Silas B Jones Nancy Kemper Robt Brewer and Andrew Dooley among the appointed officials and place changes.
Wagon loads of potatoes averaging two pounds each are arriving in Garden City from irrigated farms, signaling a steady supply for local markets. The shipments highlight the harvest's strength in the region's farming districts.
Rumor of doubt fades as car loads of seed wheat and rye arrive at shipping points. Farmers buy seed in large quantities and plan to sow boldly this fall, with expectation that acreages will exceed prior seasons and a good next harvest will restore losses and lift diligent farmers.
A vivid June scene across Kansas from Kansas City to Colorado along the Santa Fe line shows lush verdant fields, yellow corn, and rolling meadows. Busy towns reflect rapid growth and a hopeful future for the state.
Isaac A. Ricsy urges Kansas students to enroll in the Kansas Law School at Kansas State University. He praises the program for strong instructors, case work, daily personal instruction, and practical preparation leading to the L B degree and immediate entry to practice.
The Tan-Weetera group, in session at Abilene last week, decided to establish their college at that location, selecting Abilene as the permanent site for the institution.
The grand lodge meets at the Parsons opera house with state bodies in Nebraska Missouri Iowa Illinois Kansas and Colorado arranging coordination across the association's network.
The Enter city prize offer to the West German Conference for locating a college was accepted last Saturday, and construction will begin soon.
Professor Shelton of the State Agricultural College advocates sowing a large wheat crop this fall despite amateur caution. He argues favorable ground moisture, drought relief, and postwinter resilience, noting past failures but highlighting potential strong yields and lower costs in Kansas.
The article reflects on cross cultural manners and travel, contrasting New England reserve with German recreational life. It notes Catholic ceremonies at six thirty, morning walks, garden concerts, quiet business, and the courteous German family culture. It highlights American gallantry toward women and prompts readers to learn from diverse ways of leisure and coping with disappointment on a Rhine excursion.
The writer recalls a delayed river trip by Germans who switch to a boat, then walks along a Rhine cove past tiled houses and grape festooned gardens. They note inexpensive long pedestrian trips with bread and ham, compare European simplicity to costly first class travel, and cite an artist who travels mostly third class, urging America to adopt similar frugal lessons.
Mrs Mary Ashley Townsend of New Orleans starts Art and Letters magazine. Edith Clarke of San Francisco receives Treasury silver medal for saving a schoolmate from drowning. In Bright Gladstone letters Bright is called Bright while Gladstone signs my dear Mr. Gladstone. Katharine Hodges of Jersey City publishes Fifty Years a Queen presented to the Queen by journalist Caroline W Romney. Branaie Tisza of Hungary noted for simplicity. Mrs Cleveland reputedly strong wrists from calisthenics and dumbbells, gymnast by trade. Mrs Pickett widow of General Pickett married at fifteen, son born soon after. Gettysburg appearance after years away. Charles Cushing Barry completes fifty years at City Bank of Boston, resigns cashier post at eighty-one, awarded silver pitcher and half salary for life.
Frank Carpenter in Washington Critic recounts Judge Waite's career from Toledo attorney to Chief Justice. The piece notes his modest earnings, a notable $40,000 fee from Atlantic & Great Western railroad cases, and his reputation for integrity. It covers his early court losses, political restraint, Grant’s selection, and Waite’s solid health and continuing service in Washington society.
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