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Newspaper
The Abilene Reflector
Location
Abilene, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1886
Page
4
Abilene Reflector notes upcoming Prohibitionists state convention to be held in Bismarck on July 25 and mentions various political items. It comments on President Cleveland and the Logan administration, reflects on cabinet ministers, and cites church scandal discourse from the New York Christian Advocate with cautious judgment on guilt and repentance.
The piece notes Governor Martin shifts from favorable renomination to defending past actions especially his call to mobilize militia against laborers. It argues he was influenced by Gould and favored monopolies, harming public trust. GOP opposition grows, boosting Democratic prospects for the next election and shaping party momentum.
In a leaked executive session the battle over Senator Edmunds ends with Democratic confirmations of nominees once opposed by Republicans. Edmunds is portrayed as selfish and domineering, with his reformer image deemed insincere. Republican colleagues anticipate his fall from leadership and celebrate his humiliation.
An article denounces Republican efforts to derail E P McCabe, a two term Black state official, and says white Republicans are closing ranks to deny Black candidates. It accuses the party of duping Black voters, notes a June convention, and predicts continued neglect of Black political power amid local town updates.
Excerpts from Republican papers argue against Martes and for Martin, noting public sentiment in Wisconsin and the governor race. A contemporaneous note mentions a large opera house audience enjoying Little Nugeet by the Cawthers company, with sustained laughter throughout.
Solomon Splinters Rev seley and family of Minneapolis Kansas moved to town Rev the Rev gentleman has assumed charge of the M E Church of this city Rev Cooper and Mr E W Blair went to Carlton Monday to organize a Presbyterian church One citizen left home last Saturday morning a neighbor searched found him mind deranged he elided the watcher and was missing until Sunday afternoon Financial troubles said to be the cause Dewar O succeeded the Boyd Bros at the brick store have a dandy delivery wagon store improved with paint and paper border Dr A Anderson and wife of Philadelphia visiting Rev M Stotz and family moved to Elisworth last week
The Rervector demand rose last week and scarce copies were available. The new city council aims to economize to reduce debt while public schools plan an evening exhibition in the Opera Hall. F C Yerkes & Co close out sales. J E Martin may return to Abi lene in business. Farmers increase corn acreage despite some wheat losses. railway passenger train service continues.
The excerpt records adopted resolutions by the Excelsion Assembly of Abilene Kansas praising John A. in Congress for aiding labor and urging publication of the resolutions in county papers. It then presents a long dedication piece titled The Landlord's Farewell to Ireland, addressed to Lenn Nest Harden, ES-M PF, weaving historical lament and reflections on landlords, governance, and Irish woes in a poetic, antiquated voice.
Real estate firm J. J. Brady & Co. states they have many years in business and believe most deals are made through trading. They invite anyone with land or property to trade to call for arrangements.
Two sil monetary orders dated March 20 issued by School Dist No 93 payable to the undersigned are lost. All persons are warned not to purchase said orders. B Fp. Ssurn.
Miller and Thomas report a new shipment of ash oak poplar wagon tongues 3x3 oak for harrows and wagon reaches. Those needing such goods should call at their yardcorner 3d and Buckeye for terms and stock.
An advertisement promotes a large linen sale offering one lot at 2 and 3 cents with multiple lines to choose from. It highlights goods that are usually sold between 20 and 25 cents, now priced at 12 cents to 14 cents per item.
The ad asserts our All Wool Jersey at $1.00 compares favorably with Abilene offerings at $1.50 and $1.25, claiming superior quality. It also promotes a full line of Colored Jerseys for Ladies, a large assortment of new Brocaded Jerseys, and children's jerseys in all sizes, all at low prices.
A list of inexpensive goods including muslin and gingham fabrics, pearl buttons, envelopes, writing paper, hair pins, pencils, toilet soap, bath towels, straw hats, and neck ties priced from fractions of a cent to ten cents. The notice presents low prices and standard items typical of a general store catalog.
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