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The Abilene Reflector

Location

Abilene, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 02, 1886

Page

2

Protection Pays For It The Tariff System Explained

A Hanover Democrat opinion piece argues protection benefits manufacturers who fund it, while farmers bear the heavy burden. It illustrates with local figures Klecan the shoemaker Hammacker the tailor and Oswald the farmer. It opposes revenue-less tariffs and supports a Democratic tariff aimed at limiting duties to superfluities and funding government efficiently.

Hoemaker Hanover William Klecan Mike Hammacker Andy Oswald Mr. Oswald Mr. Kiccan Mr. Hammacker Oswald Klecan Hammacker Barries Democratic Party Hanover Democrat

Oklahoma land tale tempered by Kansas comparison

A reader recalls a journey through Oklahoma and nearby regions, contrasting it with Kansas. The piece critiques land quality, noting red soils, narrow bottoms, and limited timber, dismissing a promised boom and advising cautious settlement within the county.

Okanoma Kansas 1St Beers Creeches

Cattle Die in Stalk Fields Amid Water Scarcity

Reports say cattle deaths in stalk fields are rising as stock water grows scarcer. Farmers are urged to ensure cattle can locate water or keep them managed to prevent losses during the drought.

Sadi Abilene

Mistah Cooley Jewelry Establishment Echoes Farewell

A fragmentary dialogue hints at Mistah Cooley being recognized at his jewelry shop with a distant greeting. The exchange mentions a goodbye and a farewell tone, reflecting a casual street encounter in a past era.

Mistah Cooley’s Jewelry Establishment Mistah

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