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Newspaper
Western Kansas World
Location
Wakeeney, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1902
Page
6
A collage of quirky notes and observations. Snippets touch on war, weather, science, and culture with jokes about ping pong, royalty, lawyers, and newspapers. Mentions include General Sherman, King Edward, Edison, and Chinese ladybugs as pest control.
A Springfield manufacturer argues for freer foreign trade while others fear protectionist backlash. At a national manufacturers' convention in Indianapolis delegates endorse reciprocity with tariff safeguards. The text urges aligning with Indianapolis resolutions and uniting with fellow makers for common benefit.
In a Des Moines Register editorial note the proposed German tariff is warned of causing reprisals and economic decline. The piece argues tariffs protect labor wages, cautioning against policy shifts that harm American workers while citing international reactions and a warning forecast by Signor Luzarti.
The Wheeling Intelligencer cites the Babcock tariff schemes favored by Free- Traders and some Democrats. It warns tariff cuts could lower prices but slash workers' wages, risking a chain of revisions. The piece argues Republicans should avoid the trap despite appetizing prospects.
The Grand Rapids Herald argues Republicans should not halve tariff on sugar to please farmers while leaving steel tariffs. It warns against yielding to sugar trusts and notes Senator Allison has focused attention on the issue, urging the government to act for the people rather than special interests.
A controversial note argues the sugar trust would save $50,000,000 for consumers if the raw sugar tax is abolished, while accusing the trust of treachery. It cites a French writer's view on patriotism as a critique of corporate self interest.
Mrs. Demies T. Denison of New York has been elected president of the Federation of Women's Clubs. A longtime leader, she previously served as vice president and is noted for tact and insight in handling interstate political issues within the organization. She is described as an accomplished speaker with a long life devoted to study.
A royal barge from King Lewanika of Baroteland will entertain many distinguished foreigners at the June coronation. Lewanika, described as enlightened with English ideas, will lead eighty rowers in tiger skin costumes and lion manes, while the barge itself is adorned with calico elephants and giraffes. Generals Snyder and Auman have forty years service and are retired in the Philippines. The piece notes potential upheaval in Russia if reforms are delayed, signaling shifts in imperial policy and domestic tensions.
Fragmentary note describes wooden clogs worn to keep feet dry, mentioning patients and the term evershoes as a later invention. The text is incomplete but suggests historical footwear used for moisture management.
A commemorative monument planned for Gosnold's landing near Buzzard’s Bay will be a sixty foot shaft at a wedgelike point between Buzzard’s Bay and Vineyard Sound. The memorial honors Gosnold who built a fort and storehouse with thirty two men including a clergyman Gabriel Archer and James Rosier who chronicled the voyage. Estimated cost is $3000 and after dedication the shaft will be transferred to the Massachusetts Historical Society.
The Philadelphia Record notes dangers from venomous insects on palms banana trees and other tropical plants at Horticultural Hall Fairmount Park Philadelphia. Plants arriving are inspected for red and black spiders tarantulas and centipedes and stems and leaves are sprayed to destroy insects or eggs.
Mary A. Livermore, famed lecturer and reformer, is described as in very serious condition and feared to become totally blind. The 82 year old Boston born reformer has long devoted her life to social and political causes and lectured across Europe and America.
Passengers bound for seven cities travel via city gateway securing the Chicago Alton fest night train. Train leaves Kansas City at 8 pm arriving St Louis at 7 08 am with extra charge for compartment sleeping cars. Contact DB Cooper Traveling Passenger Agent Chicago and Alton Railway Kansas City for lowest rates.
Greedarphew of Bavaria among candidates for the upcoming French election. An Erand nephew of Brillat Savarin, noted epicure and author of a cookery classic, opposes Baudin the minister of public works. Brillat Savarin was a renowned lawyer and a culinary master.
Henry H. Edes, speaking to the Colonial Society of Massachusetts, claimed Prof. John Winthrop, not George Washington, was Harvard College’s first recipient of a Doctor of Laws degree. He also recalled King George II’s joke about adding Green Park to his palace grounds for three crowns.
A Dolgelly Wales eisteddfod speaker cited figures: in 1871 about 1,006 100 persons spoke Welsh, but by 1891 the number fell to 11,280 a decline of 95,811 despite population growth.
English is mandated by law in Japan’s public schools and is eagerly pursued by youths in ports and commercial cities seeking wealth, status, and employment opportunities.
A compact reflection on seizing opportunities with promptness. The author argues that if men acted as quickly to grab first chances as to exploit risky chances, society would tire of brilliant successes. It underscores personal initiative as a route to progress.
The Betterment of London association has presented a petition to the county council requesting it deal with the question of street noises throughout the metropolis.
A Surrey gardener, Grace Clarke of 23 Beechcroft Road, recounts long rheumatic illness and repeated rheumatic fever. She credits Vopanis Carative with dramatic recovery after years of suffering and recovery from sixteenth weeks laid up.
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