Cheer On Cheer Continues With Long Speeches
The audience at the event cheered as speakers delivered extended remarks. President Finch lingered beyond the planned ten minutes, with many speakers reaching twenty minutes or more. A telegram from Washington reported favorable news as the crowd roared with approval after the address.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gan
Snd
Gontiment
Beth
Mckinley
Aise
Finch
Semin
Evan
Mimeodri
Funk
Boon
Washington
YINCH STYLE SPEECH FILLED WITH POLITICAL TOASTS
A dense, garbled text fragment mimics a political gathering summary. It references a toast, youth, Lawrence Journal, Kansas Day club, and campaign rhetoric. The piece threads through republican harmony, national pride, and calls for unity amid a heated partisan scene with mentions of leaders and a public address.
Kansas Has Come Up Out of the Swamps, Homer Hoot Declares
An authorial voice critiques Kansan politics and women’s roles in a period piece, invoking a speaker named Homer Hoot. The piece contrasts old living standards with modern reform, praising or denouncing figures and movements shaping Kansas politics. It laments poverty and education, references the Vandergount era, and laments shifts in party power while foregrounding regional identity and social change.
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Kansas
Homer
Fioen
la Westhne
Cundon
Rimtier
Gay
Wits
Laniken
Tau Try
Randa
Pactiaassigy Aid
Anagwien
Cmd
Kannan
Ifelptul
Aitaire
Walt
Milwaukee
Walker of Atchison May Succeed Curtis Talks Our Future
Fragmented report describes Walker of Atchison discussing future Kansas politics. It notes likelihood of Walker chosen congressman from First district, with rhetoric on “Our Future” and critique of predecessors. Text is garbled but centers on Walker's speech, prophesying political outcomes and wireless telegraphy.
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Walker
Atchiaon
Curtis
Firat
Kansas
Beaumont
Ragane
Untitled Passage on Nation and State Ambition
An OCR fragmented reminiscence expresses a grand national and state ambition. It hints at commerce, independence, and the role of the people, praising unity and justice while pondering if high aspirations have ever crowned the state’s commercial power and global standing.
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Nike
Sam
Cole
Iannis
Western Man for President Speaks on Culture and Duty
A speaker from Abilene discusses culture in politics and the need for self culture in public life. He lauds Republican leaders and argues for Theodore Roosevelt as the western man destined to lead, citing Lincoln Grant and national expansion. He stresses ethics, fitness for office, and bold expansion as essential to national progress.
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Lincoln
Republican Party
Hannibal
Taressen
Hamilston
Jefferson
Blitciaon
Cleveland
McKinsey
Erie
Cone
Imnan
Kansas
Theodore Roosevelt
United States of America
Fragmented Ode to a Nation and Lincoln’s Legacy
A long reflective prose piece blends Civil War memory with Lincoln’s legacy and the era’s national striving. It recalls John Brown, abolitionists, and the Republican era, tying sacrifice to nation building and future unity. The narrator stands at a historic site, invoking faith in American ideals and the ongoing push for a more perfect union.
Plea for Roosevelt by C C Coleman at Clay Center
Coleman of Clay Center argues for Roosevelt’s re nomination noting a Western candidacy and the need for strong leadership amid national emergencies. He cites historical crises, praising decisive action and the enduring resolve of the people to choose capable leaders.
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CC. Coleman
Clay Center
Presi
Stand by the Party Appeal of W L Cunningham Arkansas City
Fragmented historical edition preserves a political appeal urging loyalty to the party. The writer criticizes opportunism and defends core Republican principles while questioning shifts in support when a candidate succeeds. The piece highlights campaign rhetoric and party loyalty during a contested period.
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W. L. Cunningham
Arkansas City
Stomach Bitters Promoted as World’s Best Remedy
An advertisement urges immediate purchase of Hostetter's Stomach Bitters to treat stomach complaints. It claims the remedy tones the system and aids dyspepsia indigestion fever and malaria, presenting a broad health claim typical of sensational late 19th century ads.
Fragmentary political rant on party loyalty and impact
The piece mutters about voters and party power, claiming unity is needed for future campaigns. It references a Republican stance and suggests fear of a split or defeat if members fail to mobilize.
McColloch's Flowery Effort in Attorney General Race
A fragmented account notes McColloch’s unusual rhetoric in the attorney general contest. The piece references a veteran promoter of reform, mentions Abraham Lincoln’s influence, and hints at strategies addressing slavery and national policy without clear, coherent details.
Manhood and Citizenship Emphasized by Rev. Joffrey
Rev T W Joffrey spoke on political manhood in a sermon at the Methodist church in Winfield. He urged Republicans to cultivate manhood, linking moral fiber to national strength and leadership, praising Lincoln and Roosevelt while warning wealth without virtue harms a nation.
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T. W. Jeffrey
Winteld
Dim Dighly
Mr. Jeffrey
Nnle Tt
Jeffrey
Virginia
Washington
Abraham Lincoln
Obio
Willian Merie
New York
Pourtesa
Theodore Roosey
Stanood Tm
Ghaender
Manhoer
Rossington Maiden Speech On Republican Decline In Kansas
Rossington recalls a two year pledge as a Republican and recounts Kansas history amid factional infighting and Populist rise. He discusses coalition strains, party defections, and the 42,000 majority that helped Weaver and Eeyan, noting Democratic efforts and the collapse of Republican unity in Kansas politics. Continued on the Fourth Page.
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Kansas
Bey Sian
Chet Thomas
Rossington
Republican Party
Hallowell
Jerry Simson
Petociples
Omaha
Tenatius Donnelly
Guarini
Democratic Party
Aks
Movernmental
Seymour
Cleveland
Dhia
Ken Jr Kersan
Colcivo
Newaneae
Democci
Fragmentary Passage on Sea Venture and Fortune
A cryptic, damaged excerpt ponders future voyages and wealth, asking what favors will fill the sails and what seas will shape bold ventures. It hints at artists by the clouds and harbor tales where waves never break, suggesting elusive harbor lore and unseen outcomes.
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Llouds
Noeder
Bottle Babies and Scott's Emulsion Promise Strength
A short health note promotes increasing infant weight with milk or mixtures and adds that Scott's Emulsion in bottle milk improves vitality. It asserts small amounts aid fat and strength, and mentions Scott & Bowre Pearl acres New York as a source.
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Scott
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Richlang
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C C. Colman
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Popeten
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Hostetter
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Jahn Lincols
Abraliam McKindey
T.W. Joffrey
Topeka
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Scott & Bowre
Oxy Pearl Acres
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