Financier of 104 Years Dies in New York City
New York dated December 1717 reports the death at age 104 of Alan Aikman Stewart a Wall Street financier and former assistant secretary of the United States Treasury. Born 1822, he neared presidents from Andrew Jackson to Grover Cleveland, advised during the Civil War era, and influenced national debt funding. He served as treasurer and later chairman of university and corporate boards, including Princeton, with broad ties to political and financial leaders.
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Baker University Football Scheduling Fallout in 1927 Dispute
The article recounts a dispute between Baker University and Topeka colleges over football scheduling for 1927. Coach Grant cites alleged discourtesy at a meeting, while both sides refuse certain games. Basketball plans hinge on football outcomes, sparking a long-standing tension affecting relations since 1922.
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Market and public education clash with city plans
City commissioners propose a wood yard and farm product market at Mount Street end between Social vice and Lawrence Bibitary Mille Co creamery to educate the public while enforcing proper park and vendor rules. Meanwhile Soviet law reforms shepherd employment, with new protections and clothing provisions for shepherds.
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Suit involving teachers and Miller sparks defamation claim
A Kansas suit alleges that Miller circulated detrimental material harming teachers and a board of education member’s reputations. The case, with sought damages, unfolds as jurors are selected amid careful courtroom conduct reflecting denominational tensions. The Wamego bank also faces closure after loan difficulties and depleted reserves, prompting state action and possible reorganization.
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Car Crash At Seventh And Tennessee Streets
A touring car driven by John Alston collided with a coupe driven by Jack Meinertz at the corner of Seventh and Tennessee streets around 12:15. Meinertz’s car sustained rear axle and fender damage plus scratches. Alston’s fender was bent and both vehicles had running gear damage. Meinertz said if he had gone three feet farther, the accident would have been worse.
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State highway disapproves brick road contract near Zarah
Topeka Kansas December 17 The state highway department rejected a contract for the construction of a brick road about six and one half miles westward from Zarah in Johnson county. The commission acted on the belief that the contract as submitted does not constitute an award of the state highway island and design. Owners of land in the benefit district protested the plan arguing the brick paving would burden them with excessive costs.
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McNary Fulmer Farm Relief Bill in House Debated
Washington moves toward new relief measure as McNary Fulmer farm relief bill is introduced in the House by Representative Fulmer of South Carolina. The plan aims to unite western and southern supporters amid a week of debate over the legislative newcomer and comparison to the McNary Haugen bill from the last session.
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Damaged flagship plane test ends with repairs complete
Report describes the flagship of the Army Pan American Chest undergoing a post repair test after a crash yesterday. Lt. E C Whitehead and Major H A Dargue led the crew as officials stated the aircraft was ready to fly again. Separately, a speeding case in Kansas involved a $10 bond for an officer.
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Topeka Bridge Project Faces Delays and Pipe Rework
An engineer cites multiple causes for delays in the Topeka bridge project. Material payments loom and intake pipes misaligned, forcing higher risers and longer pilings. Plans show two intakes four feet apart. repairs require raising and repositioning, delaying construction beyond earlier expectations.
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Demand for wide inquiry into federal offices barter claims
Washington December 17 AP says a nationwide investigation into charges that federal offices are being bartered was discussed in the Senate by both Republican and Democratic sides. Senator Harris Georgia Democrat announced he would broaden his resolution to probe Georgia conditions and general action. Senator Norris Nebraska Democrat signaled support, while Senator Naylor Mississippi criticized delays. Harris proposed appointing a three member committee to investigate the facts and charges of influence in federal appointments.
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Deaths and multiple notices from a 1920s paper
A collection of death notices and legal snippets reports Samuel Buckner aged 49 dying at 312 Perry street with funeral arrangements to be announced later. Also notes Blanche Addison formerly of Haskell Institute died in Norwalk California from appendicitis. Public building bill proposal in Washington seeks funds for construction nationwide. Also mentions granted divorces in district court and cases including Donald Heffin vs Lau Teflin and F Koontz vs Lillian Ma.
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Check forgeries reported by police after thefts
A newspaper reader reports to the police that a stranger signed a check for 27 dollars last night at a hardware store. The alleged author is thought to be same man who previously passed a 23.50 dollar check at Wilson's store. An upcoming eye clinic is announced by the city health nurse noting Dr. H Redding will attend Wednesday.
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Reports Theft of Battery at 1225 Erst Street
A resident reported theft involving a battery and items described as children’s breakfast set pieces. The fragmented OCR notes mention prices and a business name Telander’s at 635 Mass with vague references to specials and toys.
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Wheat prices and harvest notes across several markets
Market reports from Argentina and the United States describe wheat conditions in Buenos Aires province and southern plains. Prices surge on strong futures with debate over US surpluses and export potential, while cattle hogs and sheep trades edge higher in Kansas City.
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Market reacts as Allied edi Vapi uo dh the oe begins activity
In the late trading session the market shows activity as Allied edi Vapi begins key actions. Gains are extended across standard shares amid sudden shifts and a tense trading atmosphere.
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