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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1907
Page
2
A four year old’s quip about memory holes prompts reflections on learning. A central editor is struck by a ball in a recent game. Kansas judges and the rumor of a railroad judge trigger talk of expanding state jail facilities. Dickinson County reports more divorces than marriages last year, underscoring the need for Senator Burton’s Home Rule paper.
The Journal lists this week’s advertiser directory and notes it changes weekly. Grant Hornaday of Fort Scott runs on a Stubbs platform and seeks all party nominations next year via direct primary. The Journal believes this outcome may occur.
The first copies of Senator Burton's new paper Home Rule are praised for attractive print and strong content. The reviewer notes it currently lacks advertising patronage, which may develop later.
Bailie Waggener critiques Kansas railroads claiming they lag by twenty five years. He concedes familiarity with the Missouri Pacific but disputes the charge for other lines, denying the allegation about their progress.
The speaker urges restructuring immigration law to allow Chinese and Japanese to enter the United States as house servants. They argue American housewives overwork themselves without hired help and call on the Kansas delegation to seek this amendment in Congress next winter.
Local interest grows as the Western Federation officers in Boise Idaho face trial. Readers recall a Courtland cemetery tragedy blamed on the Mollie Maguires and demand justice for the alleged lawless acts in the western mountain regions.
The speaker notes that twenty two years ago State Agricultural College had about 400 students while State University had 500 to 600 and State Normal around 900. Now State Agricultural College has 2000, University 2500, Normal 3000, with Baker Washburn Kansas Wesleyan and others expanding similarly.
Kansas City stockyards report liberal cattle receipts last week with fed steer gains of 10 to 15 cents and strong demand. Top steers sold at 6.25 with most sales above 5.50, prime heifers 5.75, cows 2.75 to 4.35, stock steers 3.75 to 5.00, feeders 4.25 to 4.00. Hogs fell 60 cents last week but rebounded today with tops 6.20, bulk 6.10 to 6.20, lighter weights strongest. packers active buyers amid lower Chicago prices.
John Garrett of North Mills North Carolina reports a sore healed after using Buckley's Arnica Salve. He claims it cured a persistent condition after years of treatment and recommends the product for piles burns and similar ailments.
Congressman Calderhead of Kansas's Fifth district is described as hostile to Taft for the Republican nomination though he remains noncommittal on issues. Reporters claim his camp may back Fairbanks or Foraker, highlighting the enigma of a defender of trusts and railroads opposing tariff reforms while opposing organized labor. The district reportedly disagrees with him on major issues.
The Belleville Telescope argues that no revolution is needed to secure key legislation for Kansas. It praises the Republican party as prudent and capable of shaping law, and anticipates the next legislature enacting a primary law that reflects lawmakers’ ideas, avoiding partisan gimmicks.
The Lindsborg News denounces young idlers and flirtatious teens, calling for parental control over beardless boys and truant youths who roam streets at night instead of working, arguing that moral guidance matters more than statutory law.
The piece argues too many men neglect public matters because they are preoccupied with personal and local concerns. It laments that focus on country duties competes with attention to private affairs, reflecting a tension between public enterprise and personal life.
Advertises cut flowers for sale at Newell's Carriage Paint and Happers. The Journal offers to print your work tickets. Also promotes Syrup White Pipe Compound with Tar at 25 cents and old papers at 5 cents a bundle from Palace Drug Store.
Poultry prices are expected to change without notice. The notice mentions readiness to pay cash for poultry and highlights evolving market terms. Riley provides the context for the sale and pricing.
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