Tax fusion Populists rise in Nebraska politics
A Nebraska political item notes Populists gaining in state affairs while Democrats court them. Separate reports mention a fire destroying the Santa Fe round-house and machine shop at Beaumont Texas causing about 100000 dollars in loss. Vesuvius eruptions continue with frequent blasts and rocks hurled high above the crater. Methodist leaders in San Francisco pursue Rev. John D. Hammond over a missing several thousand dollars.
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Beaumont
Texas
Tur Methodists of
San Francisco
John D. Hammond
Newspaper choices eyed by Emporia Times and Hureka Messenger
Perez Yearout of the Emporia Times and Ed Hudson of the Hureka Messenger consider starting daily papers and will likely install type-setting machines.
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Perez Yearout
Emporia Times
Ed Hudson
Hureka Messenger
Excursion Steamer Sinks on Indianapolis Canal
An excursion steamer on the Indianapolis Water Company's canal sank at Fairview park Sunday evening. Thirty persons were thrown into the water and it was feared two had drowned.
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Indianapolis Water Company
Fairview Park
Ohio Democrat Convention Nominates JonnsON for Governor
The Ohio Democratic convention nominated Tom J. JonnsON for governor amid a broader push to energize tariff campaign efforts. The party, reflecting a nationwide pattern, seeks to mobilize support and keep tariff issues at the forefront of the electoral agenda.
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Tom J. Jonnson
Ohio
Rivalry in Race Between Reliance and Shamrock TNI
The race on Tuesday pitted Reliance, the American boat, against Shamrock TNI, the English boat. America’s boat won. Sir Thomas Lipton, owner of Shamrock, conceded Aupriceas know how to gild the fastest boats.
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Tucke
Reliance
America’s
Shamrock Tni
America’s At
Thomas Lipton
Aupriceas
Cgriaco sympathizers stage meeting at Hull House
Greek sympathizers held a meeting at Hull House on Sunday to approve resolutions denouncing the Turkish sultan and urging President to appeal to the powers. The resolutions called for intervention to protect Macedonia and condemn recent events.
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Cgriaco
Macedonia
Hull House
Suudgy
Igbor Calls Labor Union Unity To Enter Politics
The Kansas City unions must unite and enter politics to achieve their goals. Leaders say laborers have been split into factions, letting employers dominate. If the masses think and act together, they could accomplish much.
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Igbor
Kansas City
Bryan Daughter to Devote Life to Hull House Work
Rure Bavan daughter of William Jennings Bryan announces her plan to dedicate her life to Hull House Chicago founded by Miss Jane Addams ten years ago. Bryan aged nineteen has studied at Nebraska State University for the past two years and shows energy to aid the children cared for by Addams and associated charity workers.
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Rure Bavan
William Jennings Bryan
Hull House
Chicago
Jane Addams
Bryan
Nebraska State University
Adgans
American consul killed in Beirut carriage ambush
United States vice consul William C. Magelisen was assassinated last Sunday while riding in a carriage in Beirut. President Roosevelt ordered the European squadron to Beirut to demand immediate reparation and protection.
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William C. Magelisen
United States
Beirut
Turkey
Asia
Roosevelt
Piano Contest Closes Amid Poor Showings
The Actrator sponsors a piano contest closing tomorrow at 6 PM. Up to press, results are meagre due to wet weather hindering contestants from touring the county. Organizers hope for a stronger turnout tomorrow.
Stop and Think on Public Ownership of Railroads and Oil
A Warren, Massachusetts piece urges readers to question current costs and advocate public ownership. It argues railroads, coal, and oil profits burden the public, cites Carroll D. Wright on 15 cents per 100 miles, and notes the Armours’ gift for a knifeless hospital, urging creation of a Cooperative Commonwealth to end distress.
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Carroll D. Wright
America
Congress
Rockefeller
Standard Oil Company
Lolita Armour
Lorenz
Vienna
Armours
Co-operative Commonwealth
Public Office a Soup Editorial Slams State House Absences
The Topeka State Journal quotes an editorial accusing state officials of neglecting state business for private matters. A Journal check found 56 officers and employes at the principal state offices, 29 absent and 27 at work, with the piece urging diligence and noting public duties deserve proper attention.
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Topeka State Journal
State House
They Want Masters from a Kansas Populist Aug and Bankered Letter
A New York banker writes to a large manufacturer about labor agitation. The reply insults workers, calling them enslaved and obstinate, argues that leaders lack cash and that workers are content, thus ensuring continued mastery and control through fear and manipulation.
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Kansas
New York
Moral courage and public service compare to battlefield heroism
The piece lauds Folk and Roosevelt from the New York Law for facing thieves and danger for the public good. It argues true citizenry surpasses battles like San Juan in intensity, noting that red boodlers rarely outrun Spaniards in firefights and that high sacrifice is required for reform.
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San Juan
Governor Bailey Endorses Carnegie Loan for Kansas City Relief
Kansas Populist accuses Governor Bailey of opposing state tax aid while urging a Carnegie loan of a quarter of a million dollars to aid Kaw Bailey flood victims in Kansas City. The letter questions the governor's stance on using private wealth rather than taxation for disaster relief.
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Kansas
Bailey
Carnegie
Kansas City
Tuk United States Surpasses Others in Socialist Votes
Tuk United States becomes fifth for socialist votes, trailing leaders Germany France Austria and Belgium according to latest tallies. The shift places Tuk in a growing bloc amid European influence and evolving political alignments.
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Tuk
United States
Germany
France
Austria
Belgium
Public office access and the need for adequate officials
A public remark stresses that those who travel long distances to attend to affairs in public offices deserve sufficient officials to handle their matters, avoiding the mandate of making another trip for unresolved business. The quote underscores accountability and service in government offices.
Coal confiscation in famine spurs debate and public action
In a Truth and Freedom piece, critics claim socialism is not required for confiscation as capitalism already produces it. They cite reports of coal being seized from trains during shortages, with little enforcement, and note a mayor, a clergyman, and other prominent citizens involved in a so called wholesale confiscation. They ask how coal mines would be treated under such confiscation.
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Oveint
Journey Aboard the Transport Seddan to Manila
Mrs Norma Brown shares a daughter Nureay Brown s lengthy letter from aboard the transport Seddan en route to Manila describing seasickness on the voyage from a hotel to the ship and through rough seas to Honolulu with bands, meals, and nightly concerts. The account notes over 700 aboard including soldiers and ladies, the ship s size, and hopes for arrival in Manila after three weeks from Honolulu as the writer recovers and anticipates landing.
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Win. Sthoonaver
Nureay Brown
Sheldan
Manila
Honolulu
Georgia
Ager
Leote
Maine
Wreck Lessons and Wit In a Worn Rural Column
Curbstone Jottings collect a stream of quips and riddles on a rail crash scene, weathering debris, and rail repair. The piece blends humor and aphorisms about success, honesty, and life, with snippets about boats, golf, mosquitoes, and everyday mischief from Missouri’s past.
Mrs Capper Dead Widow of Herbert Capper
Mrs Capper, widow of Herbert Capper, died yesterday just before noon at her Fifth avenue West home after chest trouble. A longtime Garnett resident with a large circle of friends, she was a quiet, devout Christian and loving mother. Survived by Arthur Capper of Topeka, three daughters Mrs Hos of Chapman, Measle Cap of Topeka, and Bait Copper of Garnett. The community offers deep sympathy to the family.
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Herbert Capper
Fifth Avenue
West
Steach
Buen
Garnett
Hristian
Arthur Capper
Topeka
Hos
Meres
Chapman
Bait Copper
Bolle Capiper
Proverbial Twist Promises Cure in Old Time Remedy
Fragmentary verse warning about counterfeit cures and a boastful seller. Mentions Holcomb's Headache Pow ders as a claimed remedy and hints at misled buyers who might abandon prints or robes for a cure. No clear event or date detectable.
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