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Newspaper
Neosho Valley Register
Location
Iola, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1874
Page
2
An editorial urges voters to examine every name on mixed ballots and cast for the Republican ticket next Tuesday. It praises the party as able to enforce laws, quell uprisings in the South, and preserve the Union, while attacking the opponent and a local candidate with strong rhetoric.
The piece argues the current clerk, Cy Simpson, is superior to his predecessor Allen, praising Simpson as the best county clerk the office has had. It urges Republicans to reconsider the Reform movement led by James S. Murray, a Democrat, accusing him of plotting divisions to aid Democrats by splitting Republican support. It laments Murray's partisan stance while urging party loyalty.
The Tribune letter by observer mocks Lola Republicans with petty jests about their shoes and stature. The piece claims the author is small minded, lampoons Cy Simpson as lame, and trivializes physical traits to belittle the Salmagundi party as it wanes in influence.
A Missouri style broadside alleges the Lawrence Tribune rallies for the Sulmagun di party under Reform labels. It accuses the editor of backing slavery Democratic aims and claims the Tribune omits Reform coverage while relying on rival Democratic sources for information about the Reform movement and the Registry.
The opposition candidate Geo Inge is described as a good and worthy man but un-nominated by reformers at the original convention. His proximity to Neosho Falls and Falls address are noted, while his opponent Funston is praised for two terms in the Legislature with a reform-minded record and strong influence, making a switch seem unwise.
The Rearster reports little on campaign methods but notes Salmagundi speakers allege railroad influence backing Louis Walker, a claim they admit lacking truth. It contrasts Walker’s long opposition to monopolies with Nelson F. Acers, then county attorney who advised bond sales to the railroad, and criticizes opposition accusations across the county.
The report cites E. L. Funston as unfavorable last winter on a bill regulating railroad freight and fares, while the House journal shows he supported and urged passage. The Salmagundi speakers are accused of deliberate falsehoods, a habit of piebald leaders who prefer deceit over truth for their own interests.
A critical review cites House Journal pages showing Reformers opposing wage cuts and passes for railroads while voting for favored stock issues and charity grants. It argues Republicans pushed tax and accountability laws, claiming Reformers offered no general beneficial bills.
A Lawrence Tribune letter from Tula defends Louis Walker for State Senate, rebuking a hostile Iola group led by James Murray and others. It portrays Bartlett as a teacher, questions Walker’s residency, and criticizes partisan smear while praising Walker’s long tenure and support for farming interests. The piece ends by linking Ohio reform victories to broader reform aims.
A partisan column argues Kaosis must mobilize Republican voters to block reform efforts and support the state ticket. It cites Iowa and Indiana as warnings, endorses Hudson as aligned with Republicans, and urges strong Republican majorities to resist Democratic gains while praising national leadership and a solid GOP delegation.
The Leavenworth Times warns that those who exploit politics for personal gain seek to corrupt principles for their own ends. Kansans are urged to resist the wolves in sheep's clothing and rely on a broad, decisive populist vote to ensure these figures are buried beyond resurrection.
Reform candidate Harrington attacked Judge Valentine during a visit to Ottawa. The Kansas Supreme Court case Harrington v Miles recounts a dog quarrel that led to Harrington’s slander suit, his defeat, and a one dollar judgment against him plus legal costs. The episode frames Harrington’s political rhetoric against a backdrop of court proceedings and neighborly dispute.
The Oskaloosa Independent defends Republican Sam Lappin against opposition attacks. It recounts initial praise, rising accusations, and a thorough inquiry that found Lappin’s conduct honorable. The paper states it will vote for him and urges others to support his election.
In county politics Democrats control the Peoples Convention and nominate Democrats in every district. Doniphan County should not bear three Democrats in the House, though they are capable men. Important legislation will rise next winter, and Republicans must elect allies, including possible U S Senators and a State Printer, to prevent Democratic control and its misuse of Treasury funds. Troy Chronicle.
A fragmentary critique likens the Reform party to a political oyster-plant that promises purity and reform but delivers poor performance. It accuses reformers of being trimmers, driven by office-secure motives, and of failing to secure Republican support, with voices detailing dissatisfaction and misplaced ideals.
The Paola Spirit warns Republicans that losing seventeen House members in the election could shift control to the Kuklux Democracy if thirty five more seats tilt. It argues Thurman claims a Democratic outcome if three presidential candidates emerge and urges Republicans to oppose Judge Goodin to prevent Democratic victory in a House electoral outcome.
Reverend J A Amos of the M E church in Seneca defends Hon. Sam Lappin against Kansas City Times charges. He calls the accusations atrocious calumnies and urges Jefferson County Republicans to support Lappin, praising his record and integrity. The note also cites Georgia black property ownership postwar gains and tax payments.
The Kan san Republican platform pledges loyalty to Union goals, touts war gains, and calls for steady debt reduction and currency stability. It supports limited government, honest official conduct, tax reform, reduced officialdom, anti corruption, railroad regulation, patent reform, frontier protection, and prudence in federal compensation while urging extensive accountability and preserving public lands for settlers.
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