Landon Favored In Kansas Gubernatorial Race
The piece cites Alf M. Landon as likely to win the Kansas governor race, with Harry Woodring as respectable but hindered and J. R. Brinkley fading due to independent status. It notes Landon’s potential to unite the Republican Party and serve the state, while warning against government overreach as echoed by Thomas Edison’s remark on government in business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alf M. Landon
Harry Woodring
J. R. Brinkley
Landon
Woodring
Brinkley
Alf Landon
Kansas
Walt Neibarger
Tax Burden Rising as Government Expands, McGugin Says
Kansas representative Harold McGugin warns taxes drain the nation as public debt per capita climbs from 43.83 in 1913 to over 255 today. He blames expanded government activity and subsidies for states, urging newspapers to push for reduced government spending and renewed industrial activity.
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Harold McGugin
Kansas
McGugin
Galena
Times
United Stattes
Woodring’s Economy Measures Under Fire in Mansion Purchases
Beloit Gazette notes Governor Woodring’s public campaigns on “rigid economy” contrast with a mansion bill totaling $1,122.28 in June. List includes lamps, chairs, tables, linens, plates, goblets, towels, and other household items, drawing taxpayer scrutiny.
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Harry
H. Woodring
Kansas
Woodring
Topeka
Beloit Gazette
Charley Curtis Nominated For Vice President in Campaign Tone
Bert W. Selin notes Curtis delivered a clear dry stance in the campaign. The speech is praised as decisive and stirring, drawing strong support and ovations while questioning Hoover’s appeal and the value of wet versus dry votes. He suggests Curtis shapes Republican strategy nationally.
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Charley Curtis
Sanders
Curtis
Lts
Prohibition Party
Norman
Thomas Nn
Mr. Curtis
Hoover
Editorial critique of Roosevelt tax and deficit record in New York
The Kansas City Star argues Roosevelt has failed to shrink state costs in New York, noting rising budgets and 20 000 state employees. It contrasts New York deficits with Hoover era federal cuts and cites a 100 million dollar projected deficit despite tax increases.
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New York State
Roosevelt
Hoover
Congress
New York
Commerce Department
Weehington
The
Kansas City Star
Wheat market trends and August price patterns discussed
Prof RM Green of Kansas State College outlines long term fruit of agricultural markets and the role of wheat in price cycles. He notes August prices rarely rise except in certain years and calls for cautious reliance on future trends as spring wheat enters markets. A Citizens State Bank reorganization effort in Concordia faces hurdles after a bank commissioner's condition.
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R M. Green
Agricultural ‘Economics Department
Kansas State College
Manhattan
Chamber of Commerce, Rotary
Kiwanis
Northwest
Green
Kansas
Southwest
College’ Economics
Concordia Blade-Empire
Citizens
Citizens Committee
McKain Scout Interest Prompts Pro Move from Concordia
Archie McKain of Delphos, once with the Concordia Travelers, draws scouts as a 21 year old left hander 5 feet 11 inches tall 176 pounds. He began pro pitching with Pueblo in 1930 and now plays in Louisville. Frank Carlson elected Concordia Republican county central chair, set to lead state committee after managing Alf Landon’s primary campaign.
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K. C. Journal Post
Archie McKain
Delphos
Concordia Travelers
MicKain
Pueblo
Louisville
Kentucky
Concordia
Kansan
Frank Carlson
Republican County Central Committee
Carlson
Alf Landon
Clyde Republican
Notable Kansas Wit and Rural Observations Parade
A collage of humorous quips from Kansas columnists and readers. Snippets reference Topeka leaders, Dry era jokes, local gossip from Augusta to Hutchinson, and light satire on fashion, politics, and farm life. Encompasses named towns, editors, and a long-running Prairie voice.
Preparations for Fourth Liberty Loan drive under way
Aug 22 1918 The Journal notes preparations for the Fourth Liberty Loan to raise about 6 billion dollars. The drive runs Sept 29 to Oct 19 across reserve districts. The paper also lists local notices including business mergers, real estate transfers, and community happenings with residents visiting, moving, and wartime activities.
Timetable shows mixed passenger and freight routes
The timetable lists east bound and west bound passenger departures with times such as 10:35 a m and 8:48 p m for Missouri Pacific Passenger service plus a south bound 4:40 p m freight or local stop details with some unclear or garbled notes.
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Aete
Sd A.m
Bes
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Hershel Kannier
Alf. M. Landon
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Kinsley Mercury
Jaik Harris
Wichita
Augusta
Hutchinson News
Rolla Clymer
Downsman
Downs News
Peggy
Great Bend Tribune
America
Europe
Thompson
Rudy Vallee
Topeka State Journal
Atchison Globe
Arkansas City Traveler
Belleville
L. L. .Coleman
Eagle
Willie
Halitosis LeRoy
Paris
Kingman Journal
Atchison
J. F. Hale
Jack Harris
Goodland“News-Republic
Coleman
Tom
Kiene
Hiawatha World
Alf ‘Landon
Chet Ore
Noreatur
Daisy Wimple
Bertha McMillan
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Hill City
England
Australia
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Mexico
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Heaven
Allen’p. Allerton
Brown ‘County
Emporia Gazette
Yesteryears
Frank Larsen
Avis
Huron
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C."e. Wyman
Wm. Johnson
Republic City
H. E. Clark
Norton ‘County
Mr. Wyman
Johnson
Norton
Mabel Hageman
A. Hageman
Rackley
Manhattan Hospital
Detroit
Mich
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Herbert
Viz
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Grant Lovewell
Old White Rock
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Ancle
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Chetore
Rock Island
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