Agricultural distress and grain glut debate in rising railroads
A stance argues farmers face threats from laws, tariffs, and a grain surplus amid global competition. The piece questions whether wheat overproduction mirrors other industries, warns on loss of farmer independence, cites rail and shipping expansion in Chicago, New York, Liverpool, Australia, and Argentina, and asks if transport and factory overcapacity depress prices and hurt the consuming poor.
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Chicago
New York City
Liverpool
United States
Australia
Argentine Confederation
India
Fall River Mills Face Wage Cuts Spark Union Fury
The Board of Trade approved a wage reduction in Fall River cotton mills, possibly eight percent, triggering union anger. Spinners demand uniform rates and plan to vote on submission or resistance after a Saturday meeting. Notices show about 3000 workers, Americans and Irish, face a ten percent cut in the Czech mills to take effect February 4.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fall River
Mass
Board of Trade
Howard
Spinners' Union
Cocheco
Dickinson County Crop Values for 1883 Report
The quarterly report of the Kansas State Board of Agriculture shows Dickinson County valued crops near 3.5 million dollars for 1883. Winter Wheat 76,562 acres yield 1,837,488 bushels valued at 1,375,116.00. Oats 14,373 acres yield 733,023 bushels valued at 146,604.00. Corn 84,240 acres yield 3,790,800 bushels valued at 871.84. Livestock includes mules milch cows cattle and 23,033 sheep 27,18 swine. The county ranks variably in state yields and totals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas State Board of Agriculture
Dickinson County
McPherson County
Dickinson
Maixram
Agricultural Prospects Highlight County Report
The report shows animals slaughtered and dairy outputs including 819092 dollars value, 89790 pounds wool, and fruit trees in bearing with 17563 apples 1150 pears 199644 peaches 23777 plums 11192 cherries. Not in bearing totals 8325 apples 2492 pears 127180 peaches 10673 plums 20886 cherries. Artificial forest trees over 3000 Dickinson trees. Dairy products include 5640 pounds cheese 495075 butter 5850 creamery butter and 5732 dollars milk sold. Population 16379, density 19.24, per capita value 429.94.
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Dickinson
Abilene Urged to Push Railroads for Growth
The Reflector warns Abilene and Dickinson County against lethargy and urges action to secure rail lines. It highlights the B M railroad as a northern outlet to Chicago, its potential to lower freights and raise wheat values, and calls for organized citizen support to guarantee right of way and attract future prosperity.
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Abilene
Dickinson County
Chicago
Salina
Chicago, Iowa and Kansas
Ottawa County
Minneapolis
Ottawa
Minneapolis Mesger
Clay
Dickinson
Editorial Ends and Political Chatter in The Journal
The Kansas City Journal praises Robert Burns as the Bard of Avon while noting the Fitz-John Porter bill back before the House, splitting parties. The Reflector argues justice for a gallant soldier and the harm of making it a political issue, as Congress may air eloquence and classic allusion. In Leavenworth, Mayor Neeley faced public censure after an editor’s insult, sparking city reaction.
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Kansas City Journal
Robert Burns
Avon
Journal
Fitz-John Porter
House
Congress
Leaversworth
Neeley
D. R. Anthony
editors warn of tariff and prohibition clash in national politics
The piece argues Republicans must back tariff protection and reform while prohibitions push a national platform. It notes a Democratic convention call, Prohibition tickets, and debates over Standard Oil money in Payne’s election, urging vigilance against corruption and unity for victory.
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National Democratic Committee
Washington
Sammy
St. Louis
Pittsburg
Republican Party
The Election of Senator Payne
A reader letter in The Sun denounces political corruption and questions party morals after a controversial Senate seat purchase by a corporate interest. The writer cites past Sun denunciations of Dorsey and argues for consistent moral standards for Republicans and Democrats alike.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Payne
N. Y
Sun
Dorsey
Si Oil Company
Ohio
Senate of
United States
Latcal
Democrats’ Corruption Claims and Payne Election Stance
A letter argues against partisan corruption claims and defends Henry B. Payne in a state legislature race. It asserts Payne’s integrity, notes his 48 votes on the first ballot, and touts him as a capable, trustworthy candidate for good government despite Democratic opposition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Payne
Standard Oil Company
Iris Son
Henry B. Payne
Mr. Payne
Pendleton
Ward
Boothe
Geddes
Harness Shop Moved to Bonebrake Hardware Co
G F Worley transfers harness and saddlery business to Bonebrake Hardware Co. He will run that branch, inviting old customers to visit. Increased facilities promise unrivalled bargains in harness and saddlery offerings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. F. Worley
Bonebrake Hardware Co
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Ss. K. Strother
Strother
Brothers
Sor
Hebrides
Emporia Republican
Manhattan
Frank A. Smalley
Ogden
Wentworth & Hill
Prane A. Smalley
Lancashire
Manchester
England
British America
Toronto
Canada
Fire Association
Philadelphia
Glen Falls
New York
South Side
Cedar St
D. H. Metzger
Pro
FEF
W. Potter & Bro
Harry Becker & Co
Hamaker
Bonebrake Building
Lowenthal
C. G. Hawk
M. Gleissner
Palme DA Store
Hawk & Gleissner
Piairie
Dirilligis
Humphrey
Cali
She US
Hodge Brothers
Buckeye Avenue
Abilene, Kansas
T. €. McInerney
TLE
Augustine
J. F. Augustine
FL Augustine
Broadway St
F. Augustine
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