Proctor Knott Speech and Its Mixed Fame in History
An historic account traces Proctor Knott’s Duluth speech and its impact on his career. It notes his eloquence despite a fatal gift for humor, the five minute talks elongations in the House over railroad subsidies, and how the performance shaped his national prominence and Kansas Kentucky ties. The piece also cites general commentary on catarrh remedies and local retirement.
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Ceeston
Phtib
Shekien
Dulath
Proctor Knott
Speaker
Fartler
Paris
Mathone
Amienin
France
Missouri
Memphis
LS Bo
Kentucky
Tim
Thas
Te Wing
Lebanon
Kansas Captain Leaps to Death at Fraser Hall
Urbin, captain of the Kansas university football team, died Thursday morning from a self-inflicted fall after leaping from a fifth floor rear window of Fraser Hall. Despondency, with no known cause, is given as the sole explanation for the tragedy.
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Lawrence
Kas
Urbin
Kansas
Fraser Hall
Awnew
A Real Wonderland of South Dakota Farm Life
A fragment from a 19th or early 20th century notice touts South Dakota as a wonderland with farms and formations. It recounts a mother Mrs. B D Clapp whose son faced severe throat trouble and near death until Dr King’s New Discovery cured him. The ad guarantees relief for coughs and throat issues, offering a trial bottle free.
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South Dakota
B.D. Clapp
Mra. Clapp
The Big Ditch and a River War for Land Reform
A long-winded view by M L Smith on the Missouri River drainage project and land reclamation. He recalls local meetings, political hurdles with Congressman DeArmond, irrigation efforts in Linn County Kansas, and the fight over who owns the river land. He praises promoters while criticizing critics as “knockers and deadbeats” and notes the dredge’s work and rising land values.
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Mitheron
Uites Co
Butler
Old Settlers
John Atkeson
Henry Sperra
J. Austin
James Pitchford
Jim Lipp
Mr. Bagby
Mr. Sutton
Wiumee Lipe
DeArmond
W. O. Atkison
Mr. DeArmond
Congress
W. QO. Atkison
Linn Co. Kansae
Mr. Kerna
Moses
Terael
Egypt
Kerneten
Hetle
Thas
Butea Co
Sam
Miasouri
Bates Vo
Indiana
Frantic Deadlock Warned to End Fatal Stoppage
An advertising blurb warns that a dangerous deadlock can terminate liver and bowel functions, urging Dr King’s New Life Pills as the quick remedy. It promises money back if not satisfied and cites F T Clay’s drug store as the outlet.
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Dr. King
F. T. Clay
DeWitt’s Little Early Risers Gain Noted Endorsement
Frank Clay endorses DeWitt’s Little Early Risers as the best pill known, citing reliability and quick relief in his daily routine. The testimonial highlights the product’s reputation among local users.
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DeWitt
Frank Clay
Droggtet
Bravery Slachens the Eyes of Bad Taek in Indian Land Debate
A jumble of political commentary and social quips reports Washington action on removing restrictions from Indian lands in Oklahoma. Secretary Garfield seeks conference with Oklahoma leaders as Congress weighs bills affecting sale rights. Item hints at broader social themes and distant personalities amid turbulent discourse.
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Washington
Giorfield
Oklahoma
Garfield
Curtis
Senate Indian Committee
Congress
Oklahomi
Lyman Hensley and Amsterdam FD Telephone Line Details
fragments note Lyman Hensley associated with Amsterdam Fire Department and Telephone Line No 2 in a terse entry. The readable text lacks context, dates, or actions, offering only names and a line designation.
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Lyman Hensley
Amsterdam K. FD
Fwellhnin pursuit to the south pole near Sty Wollian
An expedition aims for the south pole and aions likely near Sty Wollian at the north pole region as part of a bold exploration effort to honor notable achievements.
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South Pole
Sty Wollian
North Pote
Oldest Chinese newspaper to undergo modernization
The article notes plans to modernize the oldest newspaper in China amid a broader modernization push. It highlights a historic bridge and a statistic about the number of bridges connected to the wall, citing population figures and a remarkable demonstration of progress.
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China
Clfear Alen
Tcaus
Otrontaet
Crocind
Florida man jailed for poetry scheme delays marriage bid
A Florida man sent to Sail for writing poetry will not be there long enough to treat the ailment. It will be some time before the impulsive lover can safely propose by Wireless, as the wronged party may read Tasslines and view the breach of promise as a scandal.
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Florida
Commentary on Social Trends and Notable Figures
The piece surveys public figures and social topics including hazing, capital in finance, and the tone of Baltimore and Cincinnati attitudes. It references Nordschild opinions on capital hissing, a millionaire quitter, love finances, and A Lronson Alcott style punishment, plus a bishop dinner dispute over guests at an Episcopal convention in Richmond.
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Potter
Richmond
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New York
Oley
Janes
Kuote
Hall
I. J. Chexony & Co
Toledo
All Drugwlats
Tie
K. U
The
Kansas City Post
M. L. Smith
Ter
Taek
Deaerd Cadunioce
Sears
Moaie
Kelly
Vanderbilt
Higeer
Jookel
Turkey
Lillian Wiesel
Auuctiodeet
C. E. Robbins
Tierey
Kewanee, i
A. Lronson Alcott
Farmers Bank Building
Bates County
W. FP. Duvall
Arthur Duvall
Secur Vale
J.B. Duvall
W.D. Yates
Farmers Bank
Bates
Protita
E. A. Benner, Jas. M. McKinney
County
Crakk Wix, Frank Hollann
J.J. McKin, J. W. Cooate
WF. Deval
E. A. Bennett
Pres
W. F. Duvall
Cashter
J. J. Meekee
Homer Duvall
Asst
Cashler
Missouri State Bank
Gilles
Hank
Total
Mber
T. C. Boulware
A. BH
Owen
N. L. Whipple
N. 5
McFarland
J, BK. Jenkins
Wm. K, Walton, GC
H. Dutcher
H. P. Powell C
Bad
Tyler
Wim. E. Walton
R. Jenkins
T.C. Boulware
Weoley Denton
Gaahter
Clarkes Ganted
the Walton Trust Co
Billa Rosalvabie Pany
Freak Allen
J. & Jenkins
Max Wolner
Bates Ar
Dede
Polk Poleo
Vernon
Furaroll
Frank M. Voris
C. H. Doteher
Joma E B. Shatts
Ak M. Voris
A. Allen
J. Mix
Abstrester
Linde Nix
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