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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1902
Page
5
The Jewell Republican endorses alfalfa sowing this fall and cites the Republican party as a reliable authority. The slogan Do Right appears in the campaign this year, and both sides must avoid backing the circle at the head of the ticket.
The write up criticizes Craddock’s campaign material for smoothness while alleging it contains little truth. The piece emphasizes the contrast between polished rhetoric and factual accuracy.
The report notes Gust Eckwall of Falun in Saline County among entrants, highlighting a crowded field for Congress where Calderhead welcomes the larger turnout and competition.
A statistician’s report shows Belleville lost 347 residents last year. Only Lawrence with 588 and Galena with 1333 surpassed this decline, prompting calls that Belleville needs a new assessor.
Belleville merchants subscribed over a thousand dollars to the Corn Carnival fund supporting the sister city’s plans. The piece stresses proceeding with the project without formal consensus while upholding a principle of silent approval.
The piece argues for General Russell A. Alger of Michigan to move from army leadership to the U S Senate. It suggests he was scapegoated for Spanish American War errors and calls a Senate term a fitting capstone to a long honorable career in business and public service.
Mrs Chas Goold traveled to Thormosa on Tuesday evening to stay during the baseball tournament. A conversation with Bro Kimball suggests lighter mood amid the event and a playful jab at the press.
The Mankato Advocate describes a fusion of Populists Democrats and a clean element of Republicans backing a mixed Independent ticket. They predict likely victory, noting the ring is not a true Republican faction and warnings of Democratic party conditions echo in the critique.
The article argues Tom Kelly must offer a credible defense of shortages alleged during his Miami county clerk tenure. It says his denial and record are insufficient, urging Republicans to withhold support until he proves innocence or admits fault, warning loyal party members.
Courtland Register argues Republic County should not be the sole district holdout for Calderhead. It urges referral to a county wide Republican primary so every voter may express a choice and the result be final and satisfactory.
The speaker argues the Republican party cannot risk a drunkard in the state house and urges cleaving out ill smelling timber to avoid a disgrace to Kansas. The comment frames Kelly as part of a broader critique of the candidate.
Dr. Barton Pitts, an eye and ear specialist in St. Joseph Missouri, Francis and Frederick avenues, invites correspondence from interested parties.
C A Belden of Everett Washington visits his sister Mrs J F Dickerhoof. Miss Shirley Shivvers returns from Newton Kansas. Miss Aleda Anderson to Clyde for a week. Dr W Scott and daughters and others head to Indiana for two weeks. Local youths discuss fishing and sports with duels described as fishy. Several sentences list multiple visits, relocations, and small town happenings including store fire at Kuckley, dances, and attendance at reunions.
Courtland residents host visits from Topeka and Madison while Dick Berg and others relocate stock to Butlers building. Old settlers reunion at White Rock draws large crowd despite muddy roads. Speakers include Henry Leigh John Ross and Congressmen Broderick Turner. Rock Island offers Topeka round trips Sept 6 13 1902 for Kansas State Exposition events.
Ellen Loring presents new clothing lines for fall and winter with display events and range highlights.
The Priests of Pallas plan a grand October 7 pageant in Kansas City. They promise the most elaborate show yet with electric bound imagery, enhanced music, and twenty animated pictures. Reduced Missouri Pacific Railway fares will invite travel from far cities.
Dr. H G Palmer the optical specialist from Concordia will be at Dr. Ekblad's office on Tuesday September 16 for eye examinations. Call to arrange your visit if you are having trouble with your eyes.
Round trip fares announced for Kansas State Exposition from Sept 6 to 13 at 4.25 with return by Sept 15. Vail Festivities in Kansas City Oct 3 to 7 with return by Oct 13. County Fair in Clay Center Sept 8 to 12 at 6.25 with return by Sept 15. One fare and third for round trip.
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