04 Jul 1908
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Newspaper
Western Kansas World
Location
Wakeeney, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1908
Page
1
An advertisement touts Kodol as a prompt remedy for stomach disorders promising complete relief with short use. It notes availability from W. W. Gibson and mentions other local sales pitches including livestock lightning insurance from R. O. Wilson and Bogic Store china and cut glass offers.
A long row of political announcements for Kansas candidates fills the page. Dr A B Jones seeks state senator in the Sixth District while Lhereby announce myself as candidate for State Senator. Eva L Brook seeks county superintendent of public instruction for Trego, and J Destrich seeks Representative. Sheriff candidates include J Drummond seeking reelection and D J Wilson in Glencoe township. John A Nelson enters race for county attorney, with broad irrigation policy praise threaded through. The piece praises Reeder as a statesman and endorses Jones for Senate, noting district loyalties to the New Era and Hill City papers.
Congressman Reeder was called to the White House by President Roosevelt where he received commendation for his stand against land grabbers. He is described as an administration loyalist and supporter of the president's policies. Cyrus Leland is profiled by The National Tribune, noting his civil success, wealth earned honestly, and repeated service in Kansas politics.
Dr A B Jones of Wa-Keeney seeks the Republican nomination for state senator in this district. He is the current representative for Trego county with several terms served, a practicing physician and large landowner. He enjoys local support, though not widely known here, and will rely on acquaintances to mobilize influence. The opposition claims Mr Reeder lacks statesmanship, citing his long experimental farm as a counterpoint.
In a World anniversary feature Governor Hoch extols Kansas, noting its formative early condition and misrepresentation. He praises its rising intelligence, moral fiber, and prosperity, citing leading wheat production, cattle shipments, and abundant oil and gas while poking at past caricatures.
The Hamilton County Republican argues neglecting stock raising harms western Kansas. It cites livestock as reliable income for farmers, noting that owning mules, hogs and cattle steadily replenishes the farmer’s bank account year after year.
The piece argues pasture and grass use increases land value in western Kansas, urging farmers to graze stock without sacrificing grain. It notes abundant forage exists, suggesting careful pasturing can yield wealth, while criticizing waste. Also references tonic syrup, bread, and a long quotation ending with Walt Mason.
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