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Newspaper
The Abilene Reflector
Location
Abilene, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1886
Page
4
Old newspaper notes report John Sherman’s re-election to the U.S. Senate from Ohio for six years starting in March, defeating Allen G Thurman by ten votes. The piece also surveys Kansas pride, Iowa prohibition moves against a state judge, and various reflections on currency, veterans pensions, and naval trade.
In 1876 1886 disputes over Cincinnati polls sparked outrage with nine Democratic Ohio House members from Hamilton County being seated despite court rulings and nine defeated Republicans chosen instead to secure John Sherman’s United States Senate victory. The action sparked calls of fraud and undermined free government.
Miss Kate Bayard eldest daughter of the Secretary of State died suddenly from heart disease last Saturday. She had helped at her father's reception the night before and was to assist at a White House reception that afternoon when the President learned of the death orders to close the house. Ushers announced the closure and the day’s reception was postponed. Dr. Pope noted the heavy social strain on women and warned of the dangers of dissipation and overwork.
The text argues that workers receive silver dollars for wages and praises silver and gold payments. It notes government bonds sold at deep discounts, with holders largely banks demanding gold payments. The piece reflects wartime finance concerns and prompts readers to consider bond value and currency trust.
The piece notes President plans to outline rights and privileges in response to Senate requests for suspensions. It mentions Senators Morris Maxey and West discussing options, and secretary Manning's explanation that Armstrong was suspended to benefit the public service. The Senate precedent cited involves Beach as Collceptor of Internal Revenue, Utica district.
Anti saloon Republicans plan a Topeka convention on the 27th signaling a split from party loyalty in favor of principle. The Nationist extracts accuse Republicans of catering to whiskey interests while temperance advocates urge defining party bounds.
The Chronicle denounces Samuel Bricker for voting against his party with alleged influence from Mr Blevins and Rohrer. It calls him weak and unfit, mocks his station and prospects, and questions his loyalty, suggesting he should wear a public placard and seek favors for his vote.
Carbondale Astonisher argues for the confirmation of George W. Glick as pension agent. The piece lauds his long public service, noting multiple terms in the legislature, senate, speaker pro tem, and chairmanships, and praises his honesty and handling of veteran appointments. It urges his confirmation by Senators in Washington, stressing veteran support and fair treatment for old soldiers.
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