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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1903
Page
6
AMEN offers a large stock of wash materials including Black Grey Tan White India linens and white dimities at 12 to 25 cents. White Parasans Lawn and Corsets are reduced with many items from 0.50 to 0.75 dollars. Some new styles and bargain table corsets priced up to 1.25 dollars.
Freling trunks advertised as the strongest on the market with double reinforced construction priced from 4.25 to 7.00. Leather bound telescopes and shoulder cases, summer gloves, silk and lisle gloves in black and white. Mens furnishings include work shirts, underwear, and fancy patterns. Meat market offers fresh and cured meats with corn fed beef from packing houses.
A random grocery item list shows assorted cleaning and food products with quantities and unit prices. Items include White Russian soap seven bars, Diamond C soap ten bars, Ark soap seven bars, Lye three three pound cans, three pound cans of pumpkin tomatoes and homing all, coffee per package, twenty two pounds of rice, and a mix of twenty five cent and one dollar price tags.
A brief reflection notes that every man endorses punishment for others' sins while evaluating justice and moral standards. The remark suggests a universal bias toward reproof beyond personal conduct.
A fragment reflects on love as life for a woman and a momentary emotion for a man. It condemns false appearances under fine clothing as satanic. The note mentions lockjaw from powder burn and references the Fourth of July approaching a week away.
Republic county forecasts a record potato harvest to compensate for a crop loss along the Kaw. The town expresses relief at not being involved in selecting a successor to Judge Hook as many qualified men seek the position.
Fragmentary text notes Victor Murdock as a piano player and references a Congressional nomination being corralled after a leak. This terse excerpt hints at political maneuvering surrounding a candidate and timing of their nomination.
The writer notes June this year was unusually pleasant despite poor climate for colmy weather, recalling it as the most agreeable period they remember experiencing.
The school of experience may be a good one but the fees are very high and the knowledge gained is not always rightly applied.
In Western Kansas a man charged with first degree murder is held despite possessing millions. The text implies wealth does not shield him and may even complicate his case, reflecting the era’s views on wealth and culpability.
A Jewell county resident notes Rural Free Delivery makes it easy to mail a letter to a neighbor with facts and figures he dares not say in person, highlighting the quiet power of mailed communication.
The Montgomery County attorney is charged with taking a commission of one dollar per beer case sold in the county. Report says he is not the first to pursue a neat fortune by this method.
The message backs Joseph Lee for both the Postmaster position and the Republican nomination for Vice-President. It states support for him and indicates he would fill either role, crediting him to the state. The wording emphasizes unity and readiness to serve in either office.
Rainy day prompt to compute annual expense from poor roads. The note urges farmers to become enthusiastic advocates for good roads, praising country roads and urging action.
Policy holders from Kansas Mutual finally secure refuge, easing long tiresome scrap and settling a long-standing dispute with a favorable outcome for all involved.
A nostalgic snapshot recalls Gomer Davies delivering a roast of the veteran Pop editor. The jab sparks reflection on rivalry and newsroom culture, hinting at a quieter retirement for Davies as peers no longer challenge his stance.
Disclosures from the Washington investigation reveal rot at the top of the National Republican Committee. Officials urge ruthless cleansing before the next campaign.
The Clyde Herald notes slim coverage of Fourth of July plans and hints Bryan’s words may prove true. An invitation urges readers to visit Scandia on the holiday with a promise it will cure dyspepsia for those in need.
The Mankato Monitor editor sues the Mankato Advocate editor for 5000 dollars claiming defaming names. The piece speculates about potential damages if Alvin clashed with the Belleville Telescope editor.
Western Publisher asserts legitimate and honest advertising as the best route to superior outcomes. The piece argues consensus among reputable advertisers that newspapers and trade journals are the direct channel for effective reach.
An exchange notes a man who went out to milk, sat on a boulder in a pasture and waited for the cow to back up. He is described as a brother to a storekeeper who would not advertise, believing the public would back up to his business when it needed something.
In a Marion Record editorial the writer denounces unpaid service for legislators in an extra session as cheap folly. They argue the state should not expect Senators and Representatives to work without pay when regular session funds already fall short. The piece condemns “peanut patriotism” and calls the stance buncombe benevolence.
The piece extols persistent labor with seasonal cycles from seed to harvest and praises nature and divine grace guiding farming. It concludes with adage that newspaper advertising yields results when pursued consistently and honestly, urging continual, varied ads.
The quoted meditation asserts that a home must be built for a child, not for ostentation or gain. It contrasts the rough effort of laying stone for a true dwelling with the vanity of other motives, urging sincerity and purpose in family life.
The Kansas City Journal notes rumors that Leland and his agents purchase newspapers across the state to extend political influence. It questions his integrity, calling him a cautious politician of a bygone era, and argues newspapers have limited power to shape party views.
Across Courtland residents report ripening cherries and social plans. Rev Ryde visits Carl Peterson. Aron Anderson hosts alfalfa work and a coffee social at John Anderson's. Myrtle Phillips returns from Denver. nearby Holmstead and Larson families frequent Courtland events.
Republic City defeated Narka at Narka Tuesday by an 11 to 7 score in a district ball game.
Children will hold day exercises at the Methodist Church on Sunday evening at eight o'clock. Everyone is cordially invited to attend.
The Probate Court of Republic County Kansas grants Letters of Administration to O J Sandilli for Christine Nilson, deceased. Creditors must present claims within one year for allowance or be barred. three years after the letters date to exhibit claims. Administrator: O J Sandilli.
Rock Island announces reduced fares to Chicago and St Louis with bargain rates for travelers. The service highlights affordable travel options and expanded seating for the upcoming season.
Round trip tickets to Chicago and St Louis go on sale June 30 and July 1 at one way rate plus $2.00. Return must be used by September 15. This may be the only low cost chance this year to reach Chicago or St Louis. Remember the dates June 30 and July 1.
The Journal states planting of corn for the year is finished and the work is considered safe to conclude.
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