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Newspaper
Neosho Valley Register
Location
Iola, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1874
Page
2
Osage ceded lands settlers plan victory celebration in Parsons on Oct 6 and 7 with large turnout. Republican committee schedules Humboldt Oct 2 and Osborn era debate, while Governor Osborn’s actions and Casey’s conduct face scrutiny amid political maneuvers. Legislature adjourns with two new laws to aid destitute laborers and require county treasurers to publish quarterly financial statements.
An editorial argues the agricultural sector deserves nation shaping support and warns against turning Grange chapters into political machines. It notes Rome's rise and fall as a caution, urges保 continued nonpartisan farming advocacy, and stresses farmers' welfare benefits from a well led Grange aligned to its original purpose.
The piece defends Gov. Osborn against charges of dishonesty, arguing for fair hearing and detailing disputed financial dealings. It cites a 500 draft connected to Ingalls, court records, and a 1862 confiscation case, concluding Osborn acted within fees due and emphasizes justice over prejudice.
The Probate Judge faces punishment for neglect and a law will be published next week. Two relief bills pass, one issuing 73,000 in bonds for counties unable to support their destitute, sold at 95 cents or more, county bonds by popular vote. The other authorizes counties to issue bonds up to 0.5 percent of assessed value with a two thirds vote. Concurrent resolution orders laws and journals published with next session. Memorials to Congress on Indian matters and land payments extend time. The cession is concise and aimed at practical business, hoping for good.
The Topeka Commonwealth reports that J C Casey, a reform gubernatorial candidate, faced charges over a thirty one dollar per diem and mileage claim while also paid as a state legislator. The piece cites public records, sworn vouchers, and editorial rebuttals, labeling Casey’s defense as evasive and denouncing his actions as a demagogic maneuver.
A Missouri Democratic State Central Committee chairman Garesche delivered a violent Mt. Louis speech on Tuesday night urging a general rebellion to aid Louisiana assassinations. He vowed allegiance to the people of Louisiana against U S authorities and warned the President to beware if his minions are sent forth. The piece recalls Civil War rebel rhetoric from the Champion.
In remarks from the Jeavenworth Appeal and Kansas papers, Hon. John B. Hawley faces political ruin for presumed improprieties, while Oppositions press note Republican papers in Kansas split on Gov. Osborn. The Columbus Journal and others decline support, branding Osborn a good governor and preferable to the Miami professor. Nationally, Republican conventions in Pennsylvania, Kansas, West Virginia, and Nebraska voice opposition to a third term.
W C Christopher on the Reform ticket is attacked as shallow in Junction City Union, while the Junction City Tribune defends its circle and blasts Kansas City Times charges. Louisville Courier Journal notes sweeping radical shifts, citing Kentucky and Tennessee upheaval and Democratic party strains in the South.
Kane Republican delegates present a platform praising Civil War victory and emancipation, calling for restored normal government powers, gradual debt reduction, banking reform, and honest public service. It backs reduced taxation, policing reform, railroad regulation, patent law revision, Indian policy shift to the War Department, repeal of back pay, strong anti drunkenness measures, and preservation of public lands for settlers.
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