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Newspaper
Neosho Valley Register
Location
Iola, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1874
Page
2
A Topeka note proclaims a Republican candidate for Allen County County Attorney while urging voters to choose the best person for the job. The message also comments on local politics, a large Mennonite arrival bound for the Arkansas Valley, and calls for prompt, practical legislative action.
The piece critiques Southern violence and Democratic strategies, questions Osborn and Phillips loyalties, notes a Boston trotting mare's late-life success, and praises Kansas State Fair entries. It also reports Lawrence Indians murders during surveys and local resolutions denouncing current Indian policy while condoling families.
The piece argues Republicans should stay with the old party, claiming the opposition uses name changes to win power. It states dedicating citizens once left to independent efforts return to the Republican fold, believing the old party best serves labor and prevents Democratic majorities.
The piece argues the reform party is a Democratic front aiming to seize power. It criticizes renaming Democrats as reformers, noting most convention delegates and ticket members are genuine Democrats. It questions whether a party change improves reform or purity, concluding no improvement.
A year ago a group opposed to conventions tried a people’s mass meeting at Zikes Grove. One third favored candidacy, the gathering dissolved without result, revealing that independent plans fail. Some good men joined the move, but abandoned it as unworkable.
The Kansas political clash at Ottawa featured bitter exchanges among lawmakers and reformers. Judge Goodin secured the nomination after a long ballot fight, with M. E. Hudson and Gov. Robinson also receiving votes in a tense convention marked by accusations of corruption and sharp rebukes from rival factions.
The letter criticizes Kansas legislators for costly sessions and suggests policies to aid the poor. It argues against delaying executions, tax rebates, and bond plans, urging instead payment of an old debt tied to Price scrip and repeal of property exemptions to improve credit. It highlights Rep. Cobb’s strong reelection and notes regional Republican viewpoints on frontier policy and peace approaches.
Toreka 1874 letter details Kansas frontier defense requests. It argues the militia, used in 1864 against Price's forces, was issued arms charged to the state and seeks correction of the ordinance account. The author cites Indian incursions, protection efforts by Major General Pope, and insufficient arms, urging federal provision of 20 guns.
The Miami County Republican praises Gen. Fraser as superior for superintendent of public instruction, naming John Fraser as the best candidate and noting the August convention failed to nominate him. The paper commits to fairness and truth to help elevate such men.
M J Salter Republican candidate for Lieut Governor heads fourth term as President of the Settlers protective Union on the Osage Ceded Lands. He refused to issue bonds to a railroad and his Cheto ps township budget of 35000 was beyond legal limits, a case upheld by the courts. Salter has long aided Osage settlers in their fight to defend their homes.
A report dated August Si from Gen Miles details a multi day pursuit of hostile Confederated Indians from Sweetwater to the headwaters of the Red River. Cavalry artillery and infantry engaged, the Indians attacked then retreated, about 500 warriors seen. Villages burned, property abandoned, and pursuit continued across arid plains toward Llanos Estacado. The command remains in excellent spirits and good condition despite the harsh terrain.
The Burlington Patriot praises A M F Randolph as a fearless Republican candidate for Attorney General. It notes Beanthilph, a New York native, long resident in the state, who served four years as county attorney and presided over numerous major criminal cases with credit and ability. The paper argues Cof fey county gains a faithful and efficient officer for the State.
A collage of editorials and reports on Kansas and Ohio politics, depicting Reform and Republican factions, conventions, and figures like J.C. Causey Mary Jane Parrott and Ken Simpson. It notes expected three party competition, a predicted Republican majority, tax debates, and concerns about state debt and credit.
The Republicans of the 17th Senatorial District nominate Louis Walker for Senator. Mr Walker is among the ablest editors in Kansas and will be elected. He will be a credit to Kansas in the State Senate.
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