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Newspaper
Wichita Eagle
Location
Wichita, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1888
Page
4
A fragmented page blends campaign discourse with odd weather remarks and scattered names. It mentions Republicans and Democrats, references voter strategy, gas explorations, and peculiarly shifts to weather observations and proverb-like lines, creating a mosaic of 19th century newspaper texture.
The official Sedgwick County property assessment for the year shows steep growth with valuation up across the board. City of Wichita and surrounding areas report substantial increases, while state equalization efforts adjust reported values to balance tax duties.
The draft plank notes that the current tariff on wool, set by a Republican commission under a Republican president, is an unjust discrimination against a great industry and calls for the restoration of the tariff. Two California congressmen elected under the platform are mentioned.
A Republican state administration backs Canfield in a university post, arguing against political teachings seen as Democratic doctrine. The letter asserts educators should not inject politics into academia and condemns Canfield as promoting Grover Cleveland's views, urging removal.
The article outlines Prof. LewghTin’s campaign for the office of superintendent of public instruction. It notes rivals among candidates, his long career in education, and his writings on foundational principles in American education. It also mentions his past presidency at a college, his work in college circles, and his current ties to the city.
A reader cites the tariff controversy as vital to U S industries urging cool analysis rather than heated rhetoric. The letter argues protectionism shields labor and wages but risks rising costs and diminished competition, with examples from starch production and vegetable beet processing and mentions Germany as a reference point.
Democratic Judge John Handley of Lackawanna County declares he cannot support Cleveland in the campaign. He condemns Cleveland's tariff stance as a free trade folly, advocates protection for a sparse population, and notes expected Republican victory. The piece also surveys local political comings and goings and references editorials and national debates surrounding Mills bill and Scott campaign funds.
Readable fragments describe public notices, a wedding report, and local incidents. Mentions include Washington City, Atchison journalism, and references to Sage county. Contains unclear names, dates, and places due to OCR errors, with multiple isolated items such as a reported wedding and a fatality involving a 11-year-old.
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