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Newspaper
The Abilene Reflector
Location
Abilene, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1886
Page
4
The Kansas Democratic scenes are heated with Col. Moonlight as gubernatorial nominee and Wilson rivalries. Attacks on Anderson and Wilson shuffle through papers as horserace tone dominates campaigns. Bishop Martin and GOP dynamics color forecasts while Col. Moonlight receives strong backing from party and veterans.
Bertecron publishes resolutions adopted by the Democrat State Convention at Leavenworth praising Ireland and its people. The resolution expresses sympathy for Ireland and honors William E. Gladstone as a defender of oppressed nations.
At a Kansas Democratic convention in Leavenworth, Mr. Kelley was introduced as the colored candidate for state auditor. He accepted the nomination gracefully, noting his long-time Democratic voting record since supporting Horace Greeley. He pledged support for the full ticket while criticizing rival papers.
Citizens are urged to mobilize for the county fair to be the finest yet and to attract thousands from across the state. The Kasnas Farmer article stresses showcasing farm and industrial products and urges farmers merchants and mechanics to actively support exhibits and amusements while avoiding undue criticism of organizers.
The Gazette champions Col. Tom Moonright and the democratic slate amid bitter GOP taunts. Editorials praise honesty and unity, note Winfield’s democrat stance, and predict a sweeping victory while criticizing Republican rivalries and the Wilson district situation.
Community urged to showcase county products at August fair to boost learning and income. Notes on local business moves, farm events, and civic initiatives while highlighting railroad surveys, political tensions, and family travel amid a bustling county scene.
Sheriff notices announce a sale under five executions against John W Chandler by order of the court. The sale of personal merchandise and tied property will take place at the storeroom front door in Erie Kansas on August 23 1886 at 1 30 oclock PM. The sheriff will conduct the sale per court instructions and witnesses confirm the document. Notice also records appointment of Samuel Thomas as executor of the estate of Saintmas Tate in Dickinson County Kansas.
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