Lincoln boom doubts in Republican papers and Kansas German births
In the August 4 1887 Abilene Reflector a mosaic of political notes is offered. It cites census data: 39 Germans born in Kansas. It notes mixed reactions to Lincoln’s appeal within Republican circles and remarks on Cleveland’s strength, press figures Bennett and Pulitzer in Europe, and editorials from various papers. It also covers reactions to President Cleveland, Maryland Democratic support, Wichita’s press stance, and Salt Lake City Mormon tensions with John Taylor’s death. The piece threads sharp partisan views and editorials across multiple newspapers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wichita Journal
Wichita
K. C. Simes
Kansas Sun
Salt Lake City
John Taylor
George Q. Cannon
Taylor
The
Law
Cannon
Rochester Herald
Kansas
Associated Press
Newton
Thomas Dever
Tom
Junction City Union
J. W. Wilson
Logan County Advocate
Atwood
Sterling
Advocate
Rain Belt
H. Henry
Lou Blanchard
Denver
Abilenes
John Harbottle
Abilene
Gem City
The Anthony's and a Kansas Press Tale
The piece notes The Anthony's and Major D. R. Anthony of the Leavenworth Times, with a story from Washington about an alleged violent incident with his wife. It reflects on Kansas newspaper culture, scraps of press life, and the abundance of Kansas papers and ads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. R. Anthony
Leavenworth Times
Washington
Anthony
Philadelphia
Hurrah for Kansas and its home loving people
A Hutchinson News reflection extols Kansas as a land of productive soil, fine climate, and happy homes. It argues that settlers stay, invite others eastward, and enjoy liberty and prosperity here more than elsewhere, praising Kansans' energy and the state’s generous, energetic people.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas
Atlantic Ocean
East
West
Free Land
Hutchinson News
Old Kansas Papers and the Perennial News Appeal
A writer notes piles of old Kansas focused papers, their repeated advertising and enduring influence. The passage argues Kansas stories persist through time, with Ingalls cited on the unending charm of Kansas in newspapers and the role of print in shaping future readers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas
Bonner
New- York
New York
Senator Ingalls
Albert D. Richardson
Kansas Magazine
Cleveland's Opportunity to Welcome a New Era of Peace
A N Y Star analysis notes Democrats gather in grand reunion to honor President Cleveland. The nationwide mobilization from St Louis to Memphis signals a hopeful period of unity, as rallies promise a genuine ovation and peace after twenty seven years. Cleveland expected to be central figure in this era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Watterson
Washington
St. Louis
Atlanta
Kansas City
Memphis
United States
Republic
Cleveland
N. Y. Star
G A R and the President clash over St Louis visit
The G A R dispute centers on Tuttle’s remarks about the presidents St Louis invitation during the National encampment. Comrades split, some withdraw, most condemn the insult to the president. Philadelphia comrades propose inviting the president as a Centennial guest to show nonpartisan respect. Post commander Devinney leads the plan. A Boonville hardware merchant praises Chamberlains remedy for stomach cramps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grant
Tuttle
Louis
Luttle
Grand Army
St. Louis
United States
G.A.R
Philadelphia
Geo. W. Devinney
Meade Post No. 1
Post
Locals and visitors fill Abilene for week
Abilene notes from Thursday list residents and guests including D C Hutchinson and J P Hutchinson of Hope and several travelers to St Louis and Chicago. Mentions new Wichita office for Lombard Investment Co and praise for manager J T Cochran. Includes many arrivals, departures and social calls at Stanton house, Union Pacific conductor Sam Mettyonigal's Denver trip, and distant trips to Council Grove and Ottawa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. C
Neck of Woods
Langton
eRey
Kan
G. F. Worley
James Bolster
W. C. Flack
Council Grove
John B. Flack
Enterprise
J. G. Northcraft
Edith Patton
Beloit
St. Louis
J. T. Cochran
Lombard Investment Co
Wichita
Miller
Sam Mettyonigal
Union Pacific
Abilene
Denver
Mountains
McGonign
Prominent Citizens Form New City Society
The 26th of this month marks the start of a new order boasting over twenty leading citizens and aims to become one of the strongest societies in the city. Kelley’s stock is selling fast, nearing the desired amount.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Order
Kelley
Dickinson County Teachers Association Forms in Abilene
Institute notes describe new members and teachers visiting from Abilene and other towns. A heated discussion on corporal punishment and the idea of moral resistance leads into a jubilee teacher social with a program of music and toasts. A county teachers association constitution is adopted and officers are elected, signaling educational progress across Dickinson County Kansas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Institute
Wid Goheen
Enterprise
Ebbie West
Carlton
Mayor Rice
Jno
Johntz
Graham
Nolting
Mas. Gowell
Peters
Leeds
Abilene
Eliza Laker
Jenks
Jie
J. H. Engle
Hattie Terril
Sarah Bonell
Lizzie Anderson
C. M. Harger
H. F.graham
Harger
Dickinson County Teachers’ Association
Dickinson County
Kansas
Sec
Leet Association
Andy
She.t
Abiene
SRC
Skc
J. S. Ford
M. Cook
Solomon City
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Henry Litts
Germany
Lincoln
Ohio
Keyes
Scott Sentinel
Sentinel
Reddy
Dr. McGlynn
Rome
Long Branch
KA. C
Bennett
Herald
Paris
Joe Pulitzer
London
Times
Atchison
Krohn D.D
Rev. J. N. Reynolds
Saints
Grover Cleveland
Star and Fiernsenet
Maryland
Democratic House of Representatives
Uiat
Democratic Party
Globe Democrat
Post- Dispatch
Gobe- Democrat
Paul
Spain
Jesus
Mr. Cleveland
A. C. Times
Anthony's
W. A. Baldwin
Boonville
Dallas County
Chamberlain
Barnes & Northcraft
George Scherer
Mineapolis
the Stanton
Fannie Ayres
Junction City
Minnie Ayres
Emma Scherer
Bunkerhill
Carrie Corbett
F. G. Fisher
Fred
E. R. Tiggins
Aouraay
May Day
Clay Center
Wvilt
Kellogg’s Mammoth Printing House
Chicago
Patton
J. J. Cooper
M. I. Jolley
Santa Fe
II. E. Crooks
John T. Crowley
John Dungannon
R. A. Sullivan
Stanton Louse
W. T. Harris
Tessie Kyle
Winvie
West Abilene
GW. Turd
Marie Erwin
Chapman
Geo. E. Munton
O. 5. Smith
Morris County
J.M. Wishart
R.G. Lindow
John Toliver
L. D. Yoliver
Marion
Salina
McPherson
Emporia
Geo. L. Croll
Rob’t Broadfoot
Robson
A. McCartney
Seaforth
Ontario
Reflector
Kelley's
Neighborhood News
Institute Notes
City OF the Plains
Eeens
Anyoy
OED
ASENE
McInerney’s
Schwaner
Imers
Rto D.L. Pisle
Iys
J. S. Kelley
Court Hi
Buckeye Avenue
Rock Island Depot
N. Blevins & Co
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