Roosevelt's rail funding dispute sparks national debate
In a Missouri voice the Atchison Globe questions who pays for President Roosevelt's trip. The Omparia Gazette claims Roosevelt pays his way, while a San Francisco dispatch shows Southern Pacific funds part of the stay and transport. The piece hints big railroad and party interests may clash over Teddy Roosevelt.
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Atchison Globe
Roosevelt
Hmparia Gazette
T. Roosevelt
United States
San Francisco
Southern Pacific Company
Kruttschnitt
Railroad
Watkins
Finance Committee
Southern Pacific
Two Opinions Of Rockefeller
The Evening News extols John D. Rockefeller as a philanthropic Christian gentleman. The Lawrence World mocks his wealth and motives, labeling him deceitful and self serving amid strong partisan critique. The paper asserts universal harsh judgment against Rockefeller.
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The
Evening News
John D. Rockefeller
Lawrence World
Rockefeller
University of Nebraska
Lawrence
United States
Carnegie Backs Government Ownership of Railways
Andrew Carnegie favors state ownership of railroads arguing it would cut fares and improve passenger comfort. He predicts government control will extend to steel works and other major industries, including mines, in the near future.
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Carnegie
Andrew Carnegie
Andy
First Trust Convicted Under Sherman Act
The Federal Salt Company became the first trust convicted under the Sherman anti trust law in a United States district court session held in San Francisco. The maximum fine assessed was 5000 dollars.
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Federal Salt Company
United States District Court
San Francisco
Death of Wife of Ex Senator Baker in Topeka Home
The wife of former Senator Lucien Baker died last Sunday at her Teavenworth residence after years of invalidism.
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Lucien Baker
Teavenworth
Forest fires rage in Pennsylvania and Maryland mountains
Forest fires sweep across Pennsylvania and Maryland mountain counties with multiple crews battling flames. Authorities warn of shifting winds and potential evacuations as residents report smoke and fire near communities and forests.
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Pennsylvania
Maryland
Kansas Federation of Women's Clubs Nears New Era
The Federation of Women's Clubs at Wichita reports the eighth Kansas State Social Science Club meeting was the largest in attendance and interest. Officers include President Mrs Cor G Lewis and Secretary Mrs E H Brown with lively reminiscences and humor from the retiring treasurer Mrs Winans. The scene includes Chopin piano pieces by Mrs Chas Gleed, discussions on manual training and club extension, and social events by multiple members.
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Federation of Women's Clubs
Wichita
Kansas State Social Science Club
Eln
Walt
W. A. Johnston
Federation
Lewis
Nellie M. Cattels
Kate Aplington
Bee
Daniels
Winans
Tek
Chas. &. Gleed
Chopin
Prominent Kansas City Writer at Civic Meeting
Mrs Jessie Mackenzie Walker a noted writer in Kansas City bus a prominent figure at the gathering. Mrs W A Johnston received American Beauty roses from the executive board. Miss Chartie Hobson delighted the audience with her paper Expression in Civic Improvement. she belongs to a Paola club. Mrs Mary Vance Humphrey of Junction City reported on traveling libraries, finding the talk interesting and instructive.
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Jessie Mackenzie Walker
Kansas City
Bus
W. A. Johnston
Chartie Hobson
Paola
Mary Vance Humphrey
Junction City
Injunctions Shift Tactics in Omaha Labor Conflict
Labor unions turn tactic, securing an injunction to bar business leaders from boycotting union workers and from holding meetings to conspire against unionists. Workers now view the order as a weapon usable by strikers as well, reversing previous criticism.
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Omaha
Union Sasoreat Plas
Strikes Rise Across Trades Prompt Political Vigilance
The piece notes strikes by railroad workers, building trades, and laundrymen, with much of the labor force poised to walk out nationwide. It criticizes strikers for backing old party tickets and argues for unity, cooperation, and socialism as a path to prevent future strikes. It warns the era of strikes may end sooner than many expect.
Press Freedom Suppressed by Pennsylvania Legislature
The Pennsylvania legislature muzzles state papers and curbs free speech shielding politicians from public scrutiny. Critics say the law serves corrupt interests and hides acts from the daily press, with figures like Quay implicated in backing the treasure.
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Pennsylvania
Quay
Bryan Doubts Cleveland Bid for Presidential Nomination
The speaker asserts that William Jennings Bryan doubts Grover Cleveland can secure the nomination next year. He praises Bryan yet states Cleveland will win the nomination or name the nominee, predicting Cleveland’s ultimate path amid strong public sentiment.
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Mr. Bryan
Grover Cleveland
Grover
Mr. Cleveland
Roosevelt Peace Mission Fails to Impress Topeka Crowd
The Topeka report notes President Roosevelts peace mission lacking impact. Cy Leland and followers were not invited to Governor Baileys dinner, despite cartoons suggesting otherwise. Cy may seek payback next year.
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Roosevelt
Topeka
Cy Leland
Governor Bailey
Sale of Times Ends Reform Paper Era in Miami County
Barney Sheridan purchases the Tue Paola Times from Lcitor Thornbury who will relocate to Oklahoma City to reenter newspapers. The Cleveland Democrat ally aims to crush reform papers statewide, with the sale guiding this program and leaving Miami County without a reform paper.
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Tue Paola Times
Barney Sheridan
The
Spirit
Times
Lcitor Thornbury
Oklahoma City
Sheridan
Cleveland Democrat
Miami County
Democrate
Anderson County Resident Votes in Paper Contest Rules
The Indy contest requires a resident of Anderson county to vote and notes one hundred votes per dollar received on subscriptions. Paper costs one dollar per year in advance, with a minimum year. Entries open to county ladies. votes cast where canvassed. Prizes include a piano sewing machine watch scholarship for top four, with tie rules and weekly vote announcements. Votes counted under supervision, final tally by a three person committee if needed. Contest ends July 24, 1903 at 4 pm with late votes rejected.
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F. D. Murdock
Foley & Williams
Anderson County
Jess College of
Kansas City
Lot
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