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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1900
Page
5
The Jour NAL announces it owns its stone office building 22 by 50 feet with a second story and basement. The paper, nearing its thirtieth birthday, notes the move to ownership marks growth for the publication and its future plans.
The Journal announces candidates for Republic County Superintendent and Public Instruction. N M Nelson of Norway Township and Miss Lucy Howard seek Superintendent seats, subject to Republican county convention decisions. Howard E More of Albion and Edgar E Baird of Richland Township also seek Superintendent roles.
Charles A. Kimball of Courtland township and John C. Hogin of Belleville are listed as candidates for County Attorney, each subject to the Republican county convention decision.
The Rev F E McGillivray pastor of the Ellendale Presbyterian church died in Chicago following a surgical operation. He left Ellendale June 25 for vacation and medical care, was buried July 5 in Rockford Illinois, and is survived by his widow, a daughter and three sons. His wife remains, others are in Rockford Chicago Kansas City and at home with his mother. He previously served in England and Minnesota. The obituary notes his devotion and Christian service.
Readers may purchase milk tickets from the JOURNAL Office in bundles of 100 for 25 cents each. The offer provides quick access to dairy purchases at a fixed price through the newspaper service.
A 1996 attributed quote by William Jennings Bryan predicts economic ruin if McKinley and the Republican party win for four years. It foresees lower wages, hard times, falling wheat prices, rising gold, home foreclosures, factory closures, and dependence on foreign imports.
The article notes Democratic lawmakers oppose raising income tax this year and questions whether party members have shifted toward wealthier interests or plutocratic influence.
The exchange frames Boss Bryan opposing imaginary national imperialism while remaining a staunch proponent of individual imperialism, illustrating a consistent ideological stance.
The assessment shows Kansas is up by 15 million dollars from last year, indicating at least a 50 million dollar rise in property values. Authorities note the growing tax base amid the figures.
The National Bank of Belleville has only ten thousand dollars of its bank notes in circulation, suggesting minimal profit to push more notes out. The remark implies subdued earnings limited by demand.
The article notes Hawaii’s stance opposing expansion by a 16 to 1 vote. It suggests future action may require support from Porto Rico and Luzon to advance a favored measure.
A North Dakota county attorney was disbarred for failing to enforce the prohibitory law. The remark suggested that if such action spread to Kansas a dearth of lawyers would soon follow.
The document advocates sending American troops to China to impose a lesson on the heathens. It argues such a forceful approach will make travel abroad as safe for Americans at night as in Scandia.
Kansas Populists plan strong protest at the Fusion convention in Fort Scott next week, condemning the Kansas City alliance and signaling tense political clashes ahead.
In the Journal the final proceedings of the Board of Equalization are printed. The board labored over ten days straight on the county assessment rolls and heard taxpayer complaints before adjusting assessments to reflect the facts. The paper contends the county has achieved unmatched equity between country and town.
The Democratic platform proclaims faith in the Declaration and Constitution, while critics argue the party violates Spirit and letter in eleven states. The remark notes hypocrisy and questions democracy’s consistency in defending rights.
Congressman Dolliver denounces William Jennings Bryan and the Democratic national convention in Burlingame. He criticizes southern states for disfranchisement and argues Bryan’s stance on Philippine issues contrasts with alleged injustices at home. He vows to retract his past opposition if Bryan speaks against southern disenfranchisement.
The Concordia Blade argues that newspapers cost a town almost nothing and generate local spending. Advertising by merchants circulates money back into the community, showing papers return value to those who support them.
The Manhattan Nationalist urges Republicans to attend primaries and choose good delegates. It states that any nominee should satisfy the ticket and that defeated candidates must accept their rivals equally. The piece emphasizes loyalty to the party above personal stakes.
The Belleville Freeman accuses Scandia Journal of failing to prove a single instance where a silver advocate demanded halving the dollar. The piece argues that free coinage at ten to one would cut the dollar’s value, labeling this a major reason Bryan would be decisively defeated by the American people.
Advertisement promoting Mull’s Pioneer Stomach and Dyspepsia Cure with a dollar draft guarantee. Suggests relief from stomach trouble and dyspepsia. Product offered by A. J. White for 25 cents or 1 dollar per box, with a trust-in-honor claim.
Newark New Jersey druggist Charles Holzhaver says Chamberlain's cough remedy has given better satisfaction than other brands. He declares it safe and reliable for coughs colds or hoarseness and notes it is sold by Happer the druggist.
An advertisement promises a money back guarantee on Dr Caldwell's Syrup Bandit and invites readers to call A. J. White's for a booklet detailing the product and terms.
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