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Newspaper
The Abilene Reflector
Location
Abilene, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1883
Page
3
An Abilene Reflector fragment depicts Nancy kneading dough in a kitchen as a narrator recalls desire and heartache. The scene shifts between admiration and restraint, with a shy plea for permission to stay and a lingering ache that crosses into memory.
In a snowy street, aging landlord Crabbe plans to save a struggling widow and her daughter Katy by transforming their fate. Katy drives a warm plan with the agent and urges gifts, while Crabbe rediscoveres generosity, dressing like a gentleman and embracing a Santa Claus role to create a Christmas miracle for the family and their neighbors.
The Washington Post editorial argues the white South’s antipathy toward the negro should not drive national policy. It contends Northern voters favor practical labor and industry issues over racial questions, warning against exploiting race to boost Republican fortunes. It asserts negro rights have been sufficiently protected and that agitation harms peace and national unity.
An elderly Akron resident Boniface B Deroo died leaving about 25000 in real and personal property He bequeathed 21000 for a Glendale Cemetery lot granite monument and metallic coffin He directed all remaining estate go to a hospital admissions fund with free entry regardless of nationality color or sex He was frugal and saved the money by daily wages and the decree halts until funds are secured.
The piece argues Republicans cannot revive the “bloody shirt” tactic to win elections. It contends Northern turnouts were never swayed by Southern vilification, except to cede states to Democrats when sentiment shifted. It warns Virginia politics cannot revive 1876 style acts, suggesting the tactic is obsolete.
A fervent analysis condemns an abortive attempt to subvert the Constitution and liberties of the people. It laments radical overreach after the Civil War, warns of military despotism, and cites historic figures and events to argue for preserved Union rights and law.
Republican dispatches report Democrats nominating Mr Carlisle drew an old rebel yell in Congress. Yells mark political victories across parties, from Grant to Hancock. The Capitol heard the cry again, amid loyalists and foes alike, as signals of party fervor and future contest.
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