29 Apr 1886
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Newspaper
The Abilene Reflector
Location
Abilene, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1886
Page
1
The Abilene Reflector prints a letter criticizing State Journal editor and labor portrayal. It defends labor rights, denounces corporate power, and urges ballot-box action to protect workers, calling for organized response against perceived monied influence.
A series of editorials from Leavenworth Standard Newton Democrat and Eldora Democrat advocate Democratic strength in Kansas amid Republican nominating battles. They praise a faithful, honest Democrat as future governor, urge a clear, aggressive campaign, and condemn hostile interference with labor and capital discussions.
From Dawson California April 9 1886 J N Wurtz writes to request Reflector copy missing since April 1. He notes wheat crop failures in the region but praises Pennsylvania crop prospects and strong Goke ovens with higher wages. He mentions industry prosperity and railroads U P and M P taking tribute, and suggests Western Pennsylvania will have a good market for surplus grain if available.
Mr Ed Weigiard operates a tin shop from his residence on Sixth Street west of the M E Church. He is prepared to perform job and contract work in his line, offering broad tin smithing services to the local community.
Mrs. St John lectured in the M E Church Monday evening. The Band boys gave an excellent concert last Saturday. Rev Cavely, the new Methodist pastor, is making friends. Mr Wellman has been at work in Abilene for two weeks. The Baptist pastor conducts meetings at Laney school house Willowdale township. Mrs T H Stickler visits Geogha. Lyman Field residence painted. Hughes adds to the Commercial Hotel. Indicates business growth.
Last Sabbath services were held across churches followed by the A. O. H. grand dance at the skating rink on Monday night with a large attendance and a supper at the dining hall. T. M. Howe leaves the Post Office to join his cousin in Yerkes corner store. Robi McMillen Jr. becomes Post Office clerk. Farmers prepare for corn but hope cold nights won’t hurt crops. Berry Bros. of Abilene rent the Post Office store room to stock hardware and machinery for farmers in the southwest corner.
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