Quarrel Over the Shacks Sparks Democratic Debate
The piece reviews a Richmond Missourian editorial on Democracy's quarrel over silver policy and party discipline. It argues the party’s decline began before 1896, blaming poor leadership, populism, and opportunism while urging discipline and consistent defense of property rights alongside reforms.
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Richmond Missourian
Democracy
Colorado
Democratic
United States
Jones
National Committee
Arkansas
Blackburn
Louisiana
Democratic Party
Cleveland
Mil) and Company
Protection policy critique from Kansas City Journal
The Kansas City Journal argues against Chamberlain style protectionism, contending that protection would be harmful, favoring free trade with colonies to lower living costs for English workers rather than raise them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Chamberlain
The
Kansas City Journal
Tariffs and food markets spark debate on protection
The discussion argues that tariffs fail to raise living costs in food and that nations cannot shield both foods and manufactures. It questions who bears the cost of protection and whether tariffs should favor widespread food producers over concentrated manufacturers.
Hypocritical Horror Over Mountain Feuds in Public Lands
A historical critique argues that Kentucky Tennessee mountain feuds are sensationalized for political reasons. It cites republican margins in Kentucky, compares to cattlemen and sheepmen clashes in the Rocky Mountains, and condemns public land policy and party control in Texas Colorado and Wyoming as overreaching and divisive.
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Breathitt County
Kentucky
Tennessee
Rocky Mountain
Offi
Ial
Kansas
Nebraska
Texas
Colorado
Wyoming
Valedictory by Kentucky Gazette editor H H Gratz
The long-serving editor H H Gratz publishes his valedictory in the June 20 issue after thirty eight years at the Gazette. The piece recalls his prominence in Kentucky, his age near eighty, and anecdotes about a group of aged Lexington gentlemen noted for their matching appearance, cane size, and habitual visits to Jubnaniy’s Howse.
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H. H. Gratz
Kentucky Gazette
Lexington
Kentucky
Madison
Johnson
John Sherman
Gratz Park Founder Remembered In City Obituary
The piece recalls Mr. Johnson and his circle of old friends who seemed bound for a voyage at sea, but after a few months, Johnson died. Mr. Gratz survives as the lone member, noted for planting Gratz Park and hosting the annual horse show in the city while Carnegie’s library project faces opposition.
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Johnson
Mr. Johnson
Mr. Gratz
Carnegie
Canal treaty in doubt as canal project lingers
The Canal Situation notes Colombia delaying ratification amid reports of a $10 million bribery fund from transcontinental railways and European offers to sway terms. It explains U.S. choice of the Panama route, fears of rivals, and the likelihood of delays lasting years while President Roosevelt pushes to begin the project, signaling imperialist policy and naval value.
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Colombia
Washington
Europe
United States
Panama
Nicaragua
Roose
West
The Case Against John A Lee Grows Clearer
The article portrays John A Lee as corrupt in the governor race and legislature. It alleges he accepted bribes on both sides, solicited bribes, and drafted injurious laws to be bought off. It notes others implicated were often suspected, urging moral accountability and warning against electing corrupt officials.
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John A. Lee
Lee
Senate
Vandiver for Governor Candidate Vandiver Seeks State Office
Judge Vandiver congressman from the fourteenth district has announced his candidacy for governor. A southerner by birth and educator by training he served as a professor and president at Cape Girardeau Normal school before winning election to Congress in 1996 where he has served eight years. His geographic base may shape his strength as he eyes a state race amid other hopefuls including Sim B. Conk and James A. Reed of Kansas City.
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Judge Vandiver
Fourteenth
Central College
Fayette
Cape Girardeau Normal School
Congress
Denis
Vandiver
Sim B. Conk
James A. Reed
Kansas
Possible entrants loom for race to succeed
Prosecuting Attorney Joseph Folk and Justice of the Supreme Court Jones B. Gantt are named as potential candidates. It is possible someone new may enter the race and prove the successful candidate.
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Joseph Folk
The
Supreme Court
Jones B. Gantt
Amendment Carries for Exposition Bond Plan
Amendment to permit a three to one vote to allow the mayor and council to submit a proposition to issue bonds up to 10 000 000 for municipal improvements connected with the exposition was adopted. The plan calls for a bood proposition to be submitted and hints at stronger political battles ahead as debt levels are debated.
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St. Louis
Kansas City Star
Tar on Macadam Streets Proposed for Lexington Roads
A letter argues for tar on macadam streets as used in St. Louis and near the World’s Fair grounds. It notes tar streets resist water and dust, can be washed or swept, and are cheap to repair. The piece urges Lexington city council to experiment with a few blocks, noting potential savings versus brick and applicability to existing macadam foundations.
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St. Louis
Lexington
Prosecution Methods in St Louis Boodler Case Raise Debate
The St Louis boodle prosecutions hinge on Mr. Folk using anonymous leaks to expose thieves. Critics question the method, but supporters insist the moral aim justifies the tactics as he pressures criminals to confess.
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St Louw Boodle
Folk
Novody
Missouri
Porto Rican coffee tariff plan and its impact
The piece explains a proposed one cent per pound tariff on coffee to aid Porto Rico producers. It notes Porto Rican crop size of 27,000,006 pounds and US imports of 1,001,004,252 pounds, estimating costs to American consumers at about 10,010,042 dollars to protect 7,270,000 dollars for Porto Rico. It critiques Republican logic and mentions Kansas City Independent shifting to pro employer stance. It references Wotanism discussions in a separate issue.
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Porto Rica
Boston
New York
Kansas City Independent
Independent
Folk Endorsement Tests Kansas City Star Backing
The Kansas City Star backs Joseph Folk amid praise from other outlets and editorials. The piece notes rising expectations for Folk, with temptations to run him for governor or even president. It questions whether Folk can withstand public adulation and the Star’s influence on his political prospects.
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Kansas City Star
Joseph Folk
Folk
Polk
St. Louis Globe
Democrat
Brockmeyer
White House
Judge POR Smith Travels to Wellington on Friday
Judge Por. Smith went to Wellington Friday morning. Miss Elizabeth Davis departed for St. Louis Friday morning to visit friends. Thomas Delap with his wife and children left for Cushing on Friday morning where they will reside in the future.
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Por. Smith
Wellington
Elizabeth Davis
St. Louis
Thomas Delap
Cushing Oy 'P
Lexington to Bellefontaine Rail Fares and Returns
Train ticket listings show Lexington to Bellefontaine Ohioo and return with various sale dates from June 24 to June 1. Prices range around 2.8 to 6.0 dollars with different return limits and destinations including Indianapolis Nevada Pueblo Denver and St Louis.
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Lexington
Bellefontaine
Ohioo
Thekols
Jony
Good
Laxington
Portia Springs
Neket
Lpdianapolis
Ind
Teketa
Nevada
Tickety
Mando
Pueblo
Colorado Springs
Dinver
Junge
Corebiine al
Giriwood
Rings
Col
Doral “Levington
Sake Cmy Nm A
Utah
Lesington
Denver
Ty Hottie
Ueber,wood, Lad
Apiet City
South
Dakota
TiSkia Cn
Septemer Sd
Texington
St. Low Mo
Jexington
Dan Krabellinn
Laerington
Howard
Caveninn
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E.x.hopkinslg. Seale
W. G. Wcausland
Crenshaw
Young
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Franklin Avenue
King & Marrs
Missouri Pacific
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