Bankers Alarmed at Abiline Meeting
At a Bankers' Association gathering in Abiline, Scott Hopkins of the Horton First National Bank warned that 76 percent of trust capital is water and urged decisive legislation to curb monopolies. He warned that absolute supremacy or annihilation of monopoly looms as history moves toward Stat socialism if unchecked.
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Abiline
Scott Hopkins
First National Bank of Horton
Ryven
McKinley switches stances on tariffs and empire
The text notes President McKinley shifting from silver free coinage to a gold standard, advocating free trade for Porto Rico in December, then backing tariff taxation on its exports and imports by February. It accuses him of forcible annexation and using war to make the Philippines a subject, portraying aggressive actions in pursuit of expansion.
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McKinley
Porto Rico
Congress
State Funds Plan Draws Bankers Debate in Abilene
C O Chandler president of the National Bank of Commerce voiced a proposal at the Abilene bankers meeting to bid out state funds annually to any Kansas bank. The state would award the money to the highest interest bidder, potentially cutting State Treasurer Grimes out of the interest in Topeka. The plan faces opposition from Topeka bankers including the Mulvane interests.
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Abiline
C. O. Chandler
National Bank of Commerce
Grimes
Topeka
Chandler
Mulvanes
Republican State Committee of
California
Commissariat
Philadelphia
War continues after Pretoria capture says Oom Pavi
Oom Pavi asserts that despite Pretoria being captured by British forces the war persists. He notes Pretoria lies near the Transvaal border and British troops have just entered the country. He warns that penetrating Boer strongholds in the mountains will be a difficult task.
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Oom Pavi
Pretoria
Transvaal Republic
Tine under dogs of labor battle for bigger loaf
Captain Jones of City Front News in San Francisco denounces laborers struggling for larger bread shares, expressing that they deserve no sympathy or aid as they remain poor amid the ongoing conflict.
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Capt. Jones
City Front News
San Francisco
Boers urged to settle in Centennial state by Collorapo
Collorapo advocates inviting Boer settlers to the United States and urges Western states to welcome the migrants. A railroad firm offers to sell them land on easy terms, signaling broad approval of settlement in the Centennial state.
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Collorapo
United States
Centennial
Our officers in the Philippines report mass casualties
Our officers in the Philippines report that so far 10,730 of the people of those islands have been killed by our troops. Would it be imper tinent to ask why were they killed.
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Philippines
Cyuna Emperor Seeks Powers to Rescue Nation
Cyuna’s emperor declares he needs new powers to rescue the country and asserts he can govern effectively if given a chance. He appeals to authorities and allies for support to restore stability and leadership.
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Cyuna
the Powers
Boers Seek Annexation Rumor Suppresses U S Interest
Report claims rumors that Boers plan to seek annexation to the United States circulate, with officials today denying formal talks or firm positions while noting ongoing diplomatic queries and regional reactions.
McKinley era fraud and party split warnings voiced
A socialist style critique denounces McKinley Hanna era corruption including postal, armor plate, and railroad frauds. It argues West will reject a compromised ticket, urging Bryan alignment and condemning corporate influence shaping policy and elections.
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Manila
National Bank Trust
McKinley
Hanna
End of Constitution and Rule in Cuba, Editor Claims
A Havana editor laments shifting power after the Cuban revolution, arguing that former Spanish rule guaranteed native Cuban or long-term Spanish resident officials. He says today no constitution exists and only the saber governs, implying foreign influence now dominates public office.
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Havana
Cuba
Spain
British Setbacks Reported in South Africa
Tuesday's papers recount British reverses in South Africa with a battalion destroyed at Roodeval a defeat at Dounkerspoort and scarce presence at Mafeking signaling tension and growing resistance against British forces.
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South Africa
Roodeval
Dounkerspoort
Mafeking
Trg strike at St Louis nears no settlement
Trg workers show no progress toward ending the St Louis strike after weeks of conflict. Many people have been killed with daily fatalities feared to continue, and state troops may be required to restore order as the dispute persists.
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Trg
St. Louis
Topeka Capital Reports Fourteen Planks At Hanna’s
The Topeka Capital cites the Republican national platform spanning fourteen planks arranged at Hanna's place with the platform and Lickel named in connection. The note portrays the party's organized stance and key figures involved in shaping the program.
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Topeka
Hanna
Lickel
Maxx Hanna Seeks to Retain Republican Chairmanship
Maxx Hanna declares intent to retain the chairmanship of the Republican committee. The remark underscores confidence he will not relinquish control, with emphasis that no one expects him to loosen his grip on leadership.
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Maxx Hanna
Republican Committee
Holt
Petter Becomes Spiritualist. Medium Sets Lecture Plan
The Topeka Capital reports Petter has embraced Spiritualism and, per a local medium, will deliver a lecture on the subject. The article notes the claimed psychic sign and upcoming talk to explain his conversion.
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Topeka
Petter
Ex-Congressman O S joins cooperative colony in Washington
Former congressman O S has relocated to Equality, Washington, and become a member of a cooperative colony there. The move signals a shift from politics to community land shares, reflecting a trend toward collective living among public figures.
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O'S
Equality
Washington
Breidenthal Seeks Bond For Bank Cashiers
Mas GLApfront widow of a famous English commoner is dying in Kansas City Weekly Times. The report notes Breidenthal pursues legal action after bank cashiers failed to provide bond as required by law.
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Breidenthal
Mas. Glapfront
Notice to Bridge Builders and for County Highway Plans
County offices in Kansas issue notice to Bridge Builders and claimants about highway construction and substructure work. It details parcel sections, required plans, materials, and a bid deposit of 100 dollars per contractor, with specifications and bid submittal deadlines to be observed by all parties.
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Hultdors
Alice
Subreucien
Lover's Lane Homes Spotlight in Town Improvements
Residents boast about new and remodeled houses along Lover's Lane and nearby streets. Judges Stell and others praise the area for improvements, with painted exteriors, wide porches, and well-kept yards. The community notes updated homes in Grant Hills as spring brings a fresh look to eastern Kansas.
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Seias
Amentindy
New Place
Mira Andrews
Coke Jolsen Tae
Kansas
Fragmented OCR notice details local events and people
The unreadable OCR text mentions multiple names such as Nora Evelandy, Le Waal, Fadia Cink, and Marie Witte, along with scattered references to residential details, households, and dates. It reads like a jumble of personal notices and local society items with no clear single event or outcome.
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Hyhar Rowe
Nora Evelandy Menromee
Washington
Punt
Hatter
le Waal
Fadia
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Junio
Wailer Wyse
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Dooiston
Pilens Brewntatony
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