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Newspaper
The Abilene Reflector
Location
Abilene, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1883
Page
4
The Abilene Reflector lists subscription terms by Dan Cores with annual and monthly rates and notes Strother Brothers as editors and publishers. It also promotes the Democratic county ticket with Treasurer Thomas Kirby, Sheriff J J Miller, Coroner William Perkins, and Commissioner 3rd District J G Neumuller.
Kansas claim to state leadership is joined by a drill win in Louisville Kentucky where Tancred Commandery No 3 of Columbus Kansas won the first prize a $500 purse and a banner amid a strong showing by Knights Templar units from across the region.
The gubernatorial contest in Iowa is marked by strong campaigning with Republicans advocating prohibition and protective tariff while Democrats push license and tariff for revenue. Prominent figures like Benj Harrison and Gov Hendricks have campaigned, and Congressman William Springer of Illinois is in the city delivering speeches en route to Illinois for further appearances before the election.
The Kansas City Times argues that Europe and American interests are at risk due to France's war in China. It contends it is premature for France to seek European aid, suggests all nations with Chinese traders must protect their people, and predicts Europe would press France to arbitrate rather than gain advantage.
In Judge John Martin’s district Republicans convene at Wamego to nominate a challenger. The Manhattan Nationalist notes most district Republicans oppose a convention and the local committee delegates will not bind the party, yet some individuals press ahead on September 27.
The Salina Herald denounces Union Pacific freight tariffs as extortionate and vows state legislative action if tariffs are not corrected. A Salina business received goods valued at 17.15 with freight from Chicago to Kansas City at 4.32 and from Chicago to Salina at 9.00, totaling 13.32, about 76 percent of value. The piece urges Railroad Commissioners to act and warns of a failed commission if not addressed.
The passage condemns the U P Railroad for resisting state efforts to impose fairness. It argues freight rates rose, shipping rules grew stricter, and public accommodation worsened as authorities seek to force compliance and submission by the people.
The passage describes mounting public resolve to pressure the Union Pacific and other railroads toward fair obligations. It notes upcoming Senate and House elections and predicts farmers' alliances will gain influence to enact laws correcting railroad abuses, warning that pride will give way to a demonstrable fall for the railroad company.
Amusements note the Comley Dramatic Company in Princess Chuck with star Lizzie Harold praised by Kansas City and Topeka papers. Fay Templeton's Mascotte reception at Bonebrake's and a favorable review of her artistry plus Alice Vane and Charles J Campbell praised. Olivette to be performed tonight, while Blind Boone will give two classic music performances at Bonebrake October 4 and 6.
The Catholic congregation of Chapman with Dickinson and Davis county friends will hold a grand Fair and Bazaar at the new Chapman church on Oct 28, 24, and 25 to raise funds for finishing the church. Committees formed in July have organized a pleasant, profitable event with plans to keep proceeds local, support mechanics and merchants, and attract immigration to the area. A comical public invitation promises real enjoyment during the Chapman Fair.
At the Dickinson County Kansas non partisan convention held September 24 1883 at Abilene court house delegates and alternates to the Judicial District Convention at Junction City September 26 1883 were named. The committee presented delegates L A Reed J J Berry John Kohntz J F Staatz T C lift T C Ayres Clem Bell M D Herington C L Sherman and alternates Wm Sherwood W Stambaugh James Morley J J Cooper J R Burton J M Fisher F Mead M P Jolley C L Moore. The report was adopted and the convention adjourned with C G Hawk as chairman and J W Carpenter and M Pedouney as secretaries.
An old advertisement fragment mentions rooms and rates in Kansas. Key terms include accommodations, sample room, and a price reference of $1.50. The garbled OCR text lacks clear names, dates, or entities to detail further.
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