Kansas Pardon Policy Sparks Prohibitionist Backlash
The Topeka Capitol and other newspapers denounce Governor Martin for pledges broken and pardons granted to convicted saloon men. Prohibitionists warn against hedging tactics and fear a repeat of two years ago, urging voters to oppose his administration at the upcoming state convention in Emporia on July 13 and 14. The issue inflames Kansas politics amid national prohibition debates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glick
Martin
Topeka
Kansas
St.John
John A. Martin
Emporia
Abilene Reflector Chronicle Highlights and Opinions
Abilene Reflector weighs pension vetoes and political posturing as Congress adjourns near the 15th. It notes Republican officeholders marching in a grand procession, discusses possible congressional candidacy and Prohibition questions, and reports on Sam Jones the revivalist facing scrutiny over high speaking fees. The piece also covers Miss Rose Elizabeth Cleveland’s appointment as editor of Literary Life and the FitzJohn Porter bill awaiting presidential signature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rose Elizabeth Cleveland
Chicago
M. M. Bowman
Chronicle
Miss Cleveland
Reflector
President hints at shifting tactics against Republicans
A man claiming knowledge quotes the President saying he may change strategy and oust Republicans more quickly. He asserts the President told New York and Southern Democrats to watch for rapid Republican removals within the next six months and to report back if not seen.
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New York
Flourishing Cities Through Enterprise and Unity
A call to civic vigor urging business leaders and residents to support modern improvements and attract new enterprises. It emphasizes investment in public measures, welcoming newcomers, and fostering a thriving, prosperous community with shared interests and mutual welfare. Encourage every enterprise to build a better city for all inhabitants.
A Failure of Prohibition in Michigan Exposed
A Chicago Tribune correspondent reviews twenty five years of prohibitory law in Michigan. He notes that despite a 1850 constitutional provision there was no license control, leading to widespread sales. After 1875 Michigan repealed the prohibition clause, taxed saloons, and imposed bonds against selling to drunks or minors. The piece argues prohibition failed, reduced saloons, and that opposition to prohibition can be seen as temperance support.
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Chicago Tribune
Michigan
Democratic Party
The Pardon List and Kansas Prohibition Debate
The Capital notes the Republican state convention backing prohibition while Democrats must declare loyalty to the saloons. The looming issue is Gov. Martin’s pardons of convicted saloon men, a ghost that will challenge the straddling governor as Kansas politics move toward a second term nomination.
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Republican State Convention
Kansas
Helping the Party and Press in Kansas Politics
The piece argues that newspapers are a powerful force in elections and urges party editors to unite. It cites T J Studson and Hudson as gubernatorial candidates whose prospects are harmed by press attacks and notes Oswego Democrat criticism. It stresses party editors must support their press and warns no guilty man be spared. Also includes local ads for Clu topa Statesman cane work, Palace Barber Shop, and Gus Hansbrough's Restaurant.
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T. J. Studson
Wilson County
Fredonia Democrat
Hudson
Kansas
Oswegon Democrat
Clutopa
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L. Strother
Henry Litts
Strother & Litts
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United States
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Senate
Fitz-John Porter
Porter
Gen'l Grant
White House
Mrs. Cleveland
Cleveland
Fitz John Porter
Sam Jones
Omaha
Toough
Snake
Palace Barber Shop
Citizens Bank
Gus Hansbrough
Third Street
Buckeye Avenue
Abilene, Kansas
Abilene Fire Department
Seventh St
Manhattan
Flambeau
L. Geaque
Lad Reali
Jonna Land
A. &. Davidson & Co
Fourth Street
Broadway
Ces
Dickinson
Bonebrake & Rice
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