Corruption Claims and War Debate Stir Late Nineteenth Century Politics
A chaotic letter page circulates rumors about Duval and Benate figures, denying claims of insulting remarks at a Democratic convention while praising McKinley’s benevolent assimilation. It notes patriotic recruits scarce, fears of copperheads, and contrasts Bribery charges against Quay and Haona with party operatives. It discusses army liquor controversy, imperial policy, and a chart on currency reform profits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reno
McKinley
Philippines
Uncle Sam
Western
Kunins
Oklahoma
Tragic Street Car Accident Claims Local Youth
About two hours after our Link paper went to the post office a fatal street car accident in our city killed John Harsha, son of Mayor Harsha. He was riding on a southbound car when an empty car jumped the track and crushed him, dying about an hour later. Funeral services were held Friday, with Rev. Lewin Pho presiding. body laid to rest in Eastside Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hue
John Harsha
Harsha
Thiv Clly
Aven
Ont Harntia
Viva
Ohie
Lewin Pho
Eastside
Riots in St Louis Leave Several Dead and Many Wounded
Chaos erupted at Laclede and Grand as a crowd attacked streetcars with bricks and stones. Police and emergency crews fought to restore order after a night of rioting left J. Me McKinnon severely wounded and multiple others hurt. gunfire and vandalism spread through Easton Avenue and nearby blocks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Laclede
Grand
Fred
Ono
Rain Club
Amelie
Wielke
Mmr
California
Tower
Fourth
Choutout
Kenna
Robert Nelson
Tood Hollingsworth
South End Bridge
Nelsot
Suppenally
Wuri Mann
Potlee
Joven Betaie
Mbdvark
Tanger
Crowd confronts fleeing trio in crowded street scene
Report describes a chaotic pursuit where women attackers repeatedly hit fugitives with rocks and sticks as the crowd advances. The mob closes in behind, aiding the pursuit while bystanders retreat and offer no protection or notice to the three pursued individuals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Birhind
Street unrest ends after cargo strikes in city
In Kanene City May street workers as city employes staged protests disrupting traffic. A few attempts to wreck carriages were made but traffic continued. The strike appears to be over with no lasting disruption.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kanene
Nomination battles decide Cowley congressional rivals
In a joint convention held after long balloting at Arkinkoe City, Judge Jackson of Cowley County won the nomination on the fiftieth ballot, defeating Ridgely and Amith amid a Democratic Populist split. The two parties agreed to a joint convention, requiring two thirds to nominate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Claud
Congress
Daval Wo
Min
Afr. Duval
Thia
Dnovtog Eons
Bemoeram
Popullew
Sackson
Cowley
Parsoun
Kia
Norma Judge A
My Jackson
Cowley County
Cone
R. Ridgely
Arkinkoe City
D. Mick Love
Kannie Democratic Tate Committee
Retern Kansan
Jockwon
Anyele Purvetly
A. Me Tackeon
Somuch
Hy Synith
Jockwwt
Ridgely
Amith
Jackson
Parerely
Farrelly
Smith
Supreme Court ruling on Kentucky governor case
The U S Supreme Court decided the Kentucky governorate case in favor of Heekins, overturning a Kentucky court of appeals ruling. Chief Justice Fuller delivered the majority, with Justices Harlan, Brewer, Brown, and McKenna dissenting on portions. The decision centers on jurisdiction and a political process involving state offices and the general assembly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Supreme Court
Kentucky
Washington
Kentucky Court of Appeals
Fuller
Harlan
Urewer
Brown
McKenna Alia
Tytler Fuller
Eaton
Mattice Harlan
Also Mentioned on This Page
Quay
Benate
Haona
Hann Wis
United States Senate
Republican National Committee
Okill Oneta
Iron Trusta
M.eb
United States
United States Army
India
Watt Shueer
Con
Bie
Nou
Opera House
New York Life Sovurance
Shaw
Hfe
van Zandt
Klog
Sherman
Moin
Hutchinwon Huy Food Opera House
Hpeotucles
Plank
Midland Drug Co
HON Markets
Rte
Panseng
Beckeam
Joe Rent
Cde
The
BON Ton
Martin's
P. Martin Dry Goods
Blutchinson
Ans
Vine Tony Addrees
Painlelss
Worster Dental
Laurent
Tutehinwon
Nori Main
Tarsons, Johnson & Cou
Windy Book
Hinporis
Say
Fort Scott
Moody
Europe
First National Bank
Hutchinson Kans
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!