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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1902
Page
5
The shop promotes its line of Wool Blankets and Bed Comforters at cost and urges customers to inspect the selection. It also advertises closing out stock of Mens' and Boys' Suits at cost with a promise to meet stated prices.
A sale highlights fine Dress Shoe options including W. Li Douglas for Men and Queen Quality for Ladies. Also advertised are men's and boys underwear at greatly reduced prices and special prices on ladies and children's underwear.
The passage cites remarks on employment risk and personal enemies, a Missouri earthquake, Cloud county bounty on gopher scalps, and Kansas politics. It mentions J. G. Dayloft of Reno county as a Republican nomination candidate for a state office, with a refusal to pun on his name.
Fragmentary text discusses a girl’s infatuation for a young man and mentions a home talent show in Edigor ILuit of the Républican as a star. The passage hints at social scenes and a private elopement topic with scattered references.
The Journal notes the four GOP hopefuls for governor, all deemed worthy of support, while questioning how a voter should choose in this crowded field. The piece reflects on the dilemma of endorsing one among multiple qualified contenders.
The newspaper reports a subscriber loss tied to an alleged error in a news item. Editors acknowledge the lapse and note it affected readership. The episode raises questions about accuracy and accountability in reporting.
The Kansas City Star notes Rep public county plans to buy 14 500 bushels of seed corn for this year. Doubt remains whether Republic can supply nearly all the seed needed and if substantial new seed will be introduced to fit local fields.
James A Troutman and W J Bailey are seen as strong gubernatorial contenders. Both would likely have friends in this county to assist their campaigns. Troutman is the most well known among announced candidates in the area.
Postoffice etiquette urges never to open letters not addressed to you and to return misdelivered mail with endorsement. A Golden Rule caution accompanies a note that improper handling can be a crime. Leavenworth Times reports Col D R Anthony of Kansas seeking Grand Army of the Republic command. no scandals expected, vigorous leadership anticipated.
Hon. D. Y. Wilson, candidate for state auditor, declares his campaign boom in fine trim and predicts success. He claims broad support across the Fifth District and strength in the Sixth and First districts, with united backing in Topeka Cap ital.
A fragmentary notice from Concordia Empire and Scandia Journal warns that if Warmer Smith is nominated for governor he will bolt the ticket. The piece references a crying girl and suggests dire personal stakes in the political action.
A Concordia Blade report notes a local man became enraged after his wife left him, saying she is in luck to move on easily while he struggles with the split.
The Clyde Herald hints D Y Wilson may be addicted to the joint habit and asserts such fellows are no longer elected in Republic County. It suggests tracing Wilson to his old home at Narka for neighbor opinions.
A last week issue of the Jamestown Optimist is praised as the prettiest paper from the city’s printers, lauding an excellent presentation of the advantages the city possesses.
The United States will acquire three brand new islands in the extreme eastern West Indies once the Senate ratifies the treaty and Congress provides 5,000,000 dollars to fund them. The islands are designated as the St Thomas Islands.
An old advertisement touts Remick's Blood Tonic with claims to strengthen weak women. The snippet notes Mrs. C. D. Pickering of Olney endorsing the product and A P Happer as the local seller.
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