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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1902
Page
1
An old classified ad notes Star Tobacco and Climax brands alongside a Navy ad listing 20 lbs prunes for 1.00. The brief item combines promotional copy with a product price point, reflective of early 20th century barter and sale language.
General J A Cooper of Stafford County and Harry E Richter met by chance in the Midland lobby after thirty eight years. Richter reminded Cooper they served together in Hovey’s Babies and the General embraced him, praising the regiment as the finest fighters and recalling their sacrifices in earlier battles. The scene captured spectators’ interest at a Hutchinson gathering.
The Attorney General confirms the Australian ballot law applies to city elections. A letter to Mr A B Kimpany includes the complete law and usage instructions. The note adds city Republicans should consider nominations for city officers.
Up to last Saturday 464 delegates elected with Bailey at 135 votes, Troutman 41, Cole 73, Richter 52, Miller 43, Enright 48 and 72 doubtful. After additional county conventions in Lyon Norton Montgomery Chase Graham Shawnee Allen and Neosho a total 117 votes adjusted Bailey 145 Troutman 80 Cole 81 Miller 59 Richter 58 Enright 48 and doubtful 99.
The State Temperance Union plans a campaign against local clubs starting with the Kansas City Commercial Club and likely moving to the Elis and SK U A. A. B. Collins, editor of the Jamestown Optimist, may run for Cloud County county clerk. Topeka faces whiskey turmoil after a vet mayor and a young man’s murder in a drinking hell, with monthly fines likely for jointists to cover the costs.
The Jamestown Optimist notes Hon W A Calderhead will be renominated by acclamation and then win a large Republican majority in the Fifth district. It praises his strong standing with constituents and argues for his return to Congress.
The Supreme Court rules the Hurrell law strengthening the Prohibitory Amendment constitutional, overrules Shawnee district Judge Hazen. It suggests renewed statewide action against moonshiners as Judge Alexander had previously criticized the law.
The Belleville Telescope claims support for D. Wilson of Republic county for State Auditor while backing W. J. Bailey for governor. The paper’s aggressive campaigning for any candidate may hurt Wilson by alienating supporters of other gubernatorial hopefuls and risking factional split in Jewell County and beyond.
Educational meeting to be held at School Building Wayne Kansas Saturday March 22 1902 2 o'clock A M Lecture Factors in Education Chas Pehrson 2 Better Schools for Wayne School Board General discussion Community General discussion Parents Retta Morfoot The Church Jessie McDonald The Ladies Amy White Parents teachers young men and young women invited to attend and discuss vital educational questions Cuns Penuson Principal
The Belleville Freeman notes a spring poetry piece from the Holton Tribune by Dick Wilson gaining favor with readers. Wilson rivals other candidates as supporters grow statewide. He now appeals to broad audiences and wins friends across the state.
Advertisement states headaches arise from stomach disorder and bowel constipation and claims Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets will correct the disorders and cure the headache. Sold by Harper the druggist.
The article notes optimism that Roosevelt's sugar policy move with Cuba could lower sugar prices, countering fears of economic strain. It emphasizes a practical, nonchalant stance toward potential price relief rather than emotional reaction.
I P Moran a Petersburg baker praises Chamberlains Cough Remedy for children with coughs and whooping cough saying it gives perfect satisfaction. A druggist recommended it as the best since it contains no opium or harmful drugs and Happer the druggist sells it.
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