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Newspaper
The Abilene Reflector
Location
Abilene, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1886
Page
7
The passage extols a growing city as the most attractive location in the state for establishing ventures including a broom factory, a starch plant, a crack er factory, a canning operation, and a pork packing house, arguing these enterprises would yield substantial financial success for any individual or company.
John B Gough's new illustrated volume Platform Echoes presents his rise from drunkenness to world famous speaker. The work claims to be wholly new with 127 engravings and 209 text illustrations showing both joy and woe and includes endorsements by Rev Dr Lyman Abbott. It urges readers to buy early and promises a lasting literary achievement.
The joint executive committee assemblies Wi, 838, and 17 in session at St Louis March 29 1856 issue a brief address praising the Knights of Labor for their manhood and fortitude in the fight for recognition. They celebrate victory and urge workers to wear their laurels as men of achievement.
An adjourned meeting of the Abilene board of trade adopted resolutions denouncing the Knights of Labor for strikes and interference. The group supports lawful organization but condemns leadership actions as despotism and tyranny, urging Congress to pass and enforce protective laws. It calls for protection of constitutional labor rights and property, to be published in city papers.
At a March 26 1886 Excelsior assembly meeting Knights of Labor unanimously adopt resolutions condemning Abilene Kansas board of trade as a secret nonproducing group. They accuse it of striking, obstructing wealth distribution and plotting to seize surplus products from laborers without value, threatening republican institutions.
In a formal statement by the Excelsior assembly the Knights of Labor condemn the Abilene board of trade actions described as millionaire despotism and tyrany. They insist laborers and farmers oppose laws disabling their share in gains and urge publication of the resolutions in daily and weekly papers.
An advertisement notes Leavenworth natural coal at 25.0 tons sold by George Ogden Jr at his coal yard. It highlights bulk pricing and availability for local customers.
Abilene shoppers are urged to save money by visiting Armitage's Novelty Bazaar on 3d Street for discounted goods and bargains. The ad highlights lower prices and a selection of novelty items aimed at budget buyers.
Mrs J T Hornaday oversees wall paper at Hornaday Co and offers valuable assistance in selection. Visit the mammoth stock north of the post office block to compare options before buying. Ed Weigard runs a tin shop from his Sixth Street residence west of the MOE Church and is ready to take on any tin work or contracting in his line.
The Flying Dutch man Sulky Plow is guaranteed to run lighter than any walking plow, showing at Berry Bros Mercantile Co. The claim highlights a lighter design and improved efficiency for tilling fields, promising easier operation for farmers visiting the store.
The Hapgood, sister vessel, listed among Berry Bros Mercantile Co. offerings, identified with six perch capacity in the catalog. A brief archival note places the sister ship within the Berry Bros. trade fleet.
Melnerney announces Melnerney's Hall now open for season entertainments. Advertises calf boots at giveaway prices, men's arc outfits, caps at low prices, and says the American Sewing Machine is the best in America with a price of 335.40. Calls to learn about the machine in ten minutes.
A local shopper notes a wide stack of goods available at low prices. Bargains include everyday items and essentials, appealing to thrifty buyers seeking value.
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