12 Aug 1886
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Newspaper
The Abilene Reflector
Location
Abilene, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1886
Page
1
The Abilene Reflector dated August 12 1886 lists L Strother and Wexry K Strother along with Litts as editors and publishers. The item records the local newspaper leadership and ownership for the period.
The document endorses the current Democratic administration and calls for reforms. It favors labor rights, arbitration to settle labor disputes, reaffirmation of pensions for Union veterans, land for homesteads, tariffs for revenue, and opposition to convict labor and unequal land policy. It condemns Republican policies and argues for open lands and fair railroad rates. The piece urges voters to support Democratic candidates for honest governance.
The Alen County Democrat notes Governor Martin’s speech accepting the nomination avoids specifics about mistakes and hints at pardoning liquor law violators. It questions his fitness, cites alleged ties to state house frauds, and warns voters how his actions and strikes might appear during the campaign.
A recounted dialogue contrasts tariff protection with wealth shifts over sixteen years. A working man notes his home and goods lost while his employer’s wealth rose, arguing tariff policy widens gaps. The piece cites the Cincinnati Enquirer and Kansas Democratic line on equality and anti monopoly.
Compromised statement declares sale of entire interest and goodwill in the town of Elmo including parts of sections 5 and 8 in township 16 range 2. Purchases property in Banner City with aim to develop it as the county's big town.
Melnerney's Bulletin promotes a double deck store in Abilene offering boots and shoes cheaper than any local house. Hess Bros. fine shoes claim unmatched style and finish. Hand and machine sewn options, plow shoes for $1.00, and gloves fit, with location at west end of Third Street.
Berry Bros. Bonebrake and Rice advertise fresh home grown buckwheat seed and Sames cultivator for listed corn. A carload of James cultivators arrives at Berry Bros. Mercantile Co. The Dickinson County Industrial Association fair in Abilene August 31 to September 3 offers 20 percent larger premiums for farm and stock displays, with higher overall premiums than prior year.
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