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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1909
Page
2
Lyons county picnic organizers have invited Guv Stubbs and Senator Curtis to a tug of war. If the event happens it could lead to a larger contest between the two later. The note also mentions subscriptions and arrearages with discontinuance policy by publishers.
An exchange asserts the polar discovery will earn ten lines in the encyclopedia, many medals for the discoverer, and a Cha tauqua platform appearance, placing him among Hobson Binns and Cole Younger.
The article notes that Leary and other polar explorers faced wary public opinion and scrutiny, reflecting broader skepticism toward Arctic adventures during the era.
The passage remarks that Cook and Peary were not fools for pursuing fame and fortune through books and lectures. It notes current offers to them, suggesting they may earn more in the next years than from a lifetime of “more useful” work.
The piece notes Kansas City will soon have a new union depot and adds a regional view from distant residents who recall long waits for rain and crowded crowded seats occupied by travelers with varied baggage.
The piece argues that critics who oppose entrenched power are labeled rebels, yet history often vindicates them as champions of liberty. It cites Magna Charta era English leaders as early examples, noting how today’s opposition is reinterpreted as historic courage.
The piece cites Senator Bristow’s Topeka Labor Day speech arguing that neither party keeps faith in pledges. He notes Democrats supporting free lumber and free iron proposals and laments party influence over lawmakers, urging voters to elect new representatives who will keep promises.
A vintage advertisement proclaims Ur King's New Life Pills as a rapid cure for sour stomach constipation indigestion biliousness jaundice sick headache chills and malaria. Druggists report strong demand and a price of 26 cents.
Followings is a list of those who have renewed their subscription to the Journal since our last issue. Names include W. Anderson J. Peterson Mrs Crandall Wwat sas City Kans Oscar To Floodberg Minneapolis Minn L Wallin H BE Clark Republic Ianes. Names marked with star are new subscribers.
The Scandia Band performed at the Belleville Fair on Wednesday and are set to play at the Republic Harvest Lome Festival today. Nywall's offers linseed oil pire paints varnishes brushes and white wash supplies.
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