Prohibition politics swirl in Kansas echoes
From the Abilene Reflector dated June 19 1884 reports on prohibitionists denouncing Blaine and Logan while backing John A Martin for governor. Wagner analysis notes New York papers bolting Brains and Logan and German voters shifting under German press coverage. Debate centers on Blaine Logan Martin and St John as potential GOP candidates amid Democratic and prohibition tensions.
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Wentliche Post
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Busine
Defeat of Blaine Sparks Republican Independence
The piece rails at President Arrive and Blaine, mocks the MULLIGAN letters, and notes German paper opposition. It cites substantial discontent within Republican ranks in Massachusetts New York Iowa and New England and hints at independent movements and potential Cleveland alignment.
Republican Platform Critique Sparks Several Conflicts
The St Louis Globe Democrat notes a strong railroads attack and foreign interference critique while dodging the silver issue to keep mining states. It praises the tariff stance as protectionist yet calls for revisions and duties reditection. It questions Governor Glick pardoning as impartiality free, and highlights alleged hypocrisy among prohibitionists with beer in cellars and support for John A Martin.
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John A Martin
Prohibitionists Insulted by Ex-Governor St John
Ex-governor St John condemns the Chicago convention for ignoring temperance. He calls the action a political cowardice and vows not to endorse the convention with his ballot. He criticizes lack of sympathy or protection for the home fight against the saloon.
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Chicago
Rockies
United States
Convention Endorsement Contrasted With Dismissal of A National Figure
President Antiur wins praise from the Convention calling his administration wise and patriotic yet soon after, the same body dispenses with his eminent services. Historians will note the paradox and wonder about a shift in his career path as the convention supplies a certificate for advertising use.
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Armratt
Governor Glick Grants Unconditional Pardon to Hickman
Governor Glick pardons Wm. Hickman a saloon keeper after 100 days in jail, while critics from Republican press denounce the move. The piece argues the governor weighed appeals and asserts Hickman did not sell to schoolchildren, urging outrage against pro prohibitionists who oppose Glick while backing John A. Martin.
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Champion
Prohibition Debate After Glick Backed by Democrats
The piece argues that Republicans must adopt prohibition in the state platform or face charges of cowardice. It lauds Gov. Glick as Kansas’s best governor for rail reform, education, and efficient state administration, and criticizes prohibition opponents as whiskyites. It urges Democrats and county leaders to resist calls for resubmission and highlights political tensions surrounding Gov. Glick and John A. Martin.
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Coal Mines Prospect Hints Prompt New Development
Industry notes dull with no special work at the coal mines as shaft-sizing and prospecting pause for harvest. Rumor claims a Keystone company formed to develop the mines and that coal exists in paying quantities at the base of the Black Hills. A spring discovery may indicate coal oil, potentially benefiting Dickinson and southern Clay counties. Rip Van Winkle criticizes the Republican platform and party, urging change amid claims of corruption and monopolistic influence.
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Herington Happenings Sees Town Grow Rapidly
Our correspondent notes a sickness spell delayed reports but townsfolk work. J W Barrett nears hotel completion and boarding. Barrett opens barber shop. Tuscan and Pardner near dry goods store finish. Larkins Selvis and Smith build homes. Long doubles blacksmith shop. Rounds builds new smithy. Whitsel plans furniture rental. July fireworks fund rising. Corkins starts butcher shop. railroad grade reaches town. nearby land buyers from Virginia flock. Larkins and Nair sell 1300 acres. Fox to build office. wild fruit along creek expected. Money building dwelling. Murphy rents Ludlow office. Durk offers cigars.
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J. Selvis
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Henry Long
A Rounds
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Chapman Chips and Tim Foley Billiard Hall Disturbances
The strawberry and ice cream festival at the M E Church last Tuesday drew a large crowd, music, and funds for the parsonage debt. Reports of fights near Tim Foley's billiard hall last Saturday led to assault charges and a $2500 bond for James Forbes during next term. Whisky blamed for the disturbances. townsfolk vow to close whisky halls. Harry Mowbray left for Keokuk Iowa. D E Conner joined F B Lillie Co drug store. Children day exercises were held at the M E Church last Sabbath.
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Jas. Forbes
Dick Turpin
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Hog shipments and local cases mark Chapman week
The report notes seven carloads of hogs shipped from the Chapman area in under a week, with D W Naill and Knight Stearnes among shippers. County Attorney Curd is praised for handling an assault case, while Otis Thisler sold 82 head of hogs to D W Naill Co. and supports keeping grain at home. The community also reflects on a church event and an address by Rev Wilson to children.
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Jefferson Jottings from Jefferson News Item
Dickinson Miss Lizzie Petty left for Empire Olivia after six weeks in the south. A Banner L Meach built a wind engine for water pumping. Jefferson youths attended an ice cream party at Newbern. T Witwer tours the south for cheaper land. Fred Ladd sheared about 1700 sheep this season. The Basil band trains under Prof Haberleur. Rev Robb visits his son Sam Robb in Jefferson. ALM.
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Moon as Dead World Versus a Unique Davis Lewine Machine
The passage debates whether the moon has aged through birth and death phases and notes one Davis Lewine MACHINE as the sole device using vertical feed. It urges readers to contact the ReFl eCtor office for precise, neat job work to be done promptly.
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