Haskell leader Peairs leaves after long service at institute
Haskell Institute bids farewell to H B Peairs as he departs for Washington to assume National Supervisor of Indian Education. New superintendent H I Fiske is installed, students present a fountain pen gift and exchange warm good wishes for Peairs and the school’s ongoing work. Separately, Camilla Flammarion reports Halley’s comet tail will envelop Earth May 19 with a rare vapor cloud passing between Sun and Earth at 2 AM, causing brief daylight in the Pacific and France with little danger expected.
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Haskell Institute
H. B. Peakrs
Washington
Maskell
Peairs
Haskell
Pewiry
H. I. Fiske
Lawrence
United States
Peakrs
Peaks
iWe
New York
Camilla Flammarion
Halley
Earth
Pacific Ocean
France
Woman in Indiana Recalls Lost Husband After Civil War
In Wabash Indiana on February 2 a woman named Mrs Mberta Holly found a long lost husband while working near her home. She had believed him killed in battle and had moved away after selling her house. He had wandered as a carpenter after returning from the South. The man, James Stull, had remarried after the war and was killed months ago in an accident. They plan to remarry as a sign of good faith.
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Wabash
Ind
Mberta Holly
Siee
Parma
James Stull
Stull
Molly
Missing Marquis Found After Bandit Hold Up Case
San Jose police located the missing Marquis De Courcelle in a lonely California area after a search linked him to the November shooting near Point Richmond. Authorities suspect he may be Dr Arnold De Fallaise of the Pasteur Institute of Paris, with Ashland Oregon police seeking Ne Follaise under a matching description.
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California
San Jose
Calif
Alvarado Station
Marquis_ De Courcelle
Point Richmond
de Courcelle
Arnold de Fallaise
Pasteur Institute of Paris
Ashland
Oregon
Power Knocked Out Hits City Street Cars
A generator failure early this morning left the street car lines nonoperational all day, sparking complaints from downtown workers and residents who rely on transit. Footage of customers awaiting service described the outage as disruptive and inconsistent with nicer weather. The company office announced the shutdown and noted cars would not run unless the generator could be repaired.
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Journal Today
Nice
Menry
Tennesia
Man in Pontine Hotel Raid Named as Burglary Leader
Pousine Michigan February reports detail a spree totaling nearly fifty burglaries over three years. James Monroe, Clinton hotel proprietor, allegedly led the gang, admitting involvement to police while claiming sobriety. He was wounded a week earlier and fled to Windsor, Ontario for treatment before officers stopped his surrender.
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Pousine
Mich
Clineton Hotel
Ponting
James Monroe
Clinton Hotel
Monroe
Windsor
Ontario
Munroe
Pontise
Railroads Reject Wage Demands From Firemen
Sixty railroads in the country reject demands for a 20 to 25 percent wage increase and other concessions. Roads indicate willingness to arbitrate wages but refuse other demands. A private dispatch from Chicago confirms the rejection on February 2.
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New York
Patient Dies After Heart Attack During Surgery Attempt
Washington February 2 A patient suddenly rose from a sick bed to assist Doctor Albert Carrell as he attended William Penn Compton a plumber who was stricken with heart trouble. Despite efforts none proved effective and Compton died.
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Ben
Washington
Carrell
William Penn Compton
Carroll
Th. Compton
Pennies Up To Feb. 15 Not to Be Placed in Rural Route Boxes
Postal officials publish a ruling instructing patrons not to place loose coins in rural route mail boxes after February 15. Coins should be enclosed or placed in a coin holder, and carriers will lift them only if accompanied by postage. Postmaster Irving Hill urges adherence to this policy to facilitate quick removal and proper postage. Also reports that Western meat packing officials and workers are to be subpoenaed in the federal grand jury beef trust inquiry, with Mr Marks summoned by Wm Madras.
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Lawrence Daily Journal
Liwrence
Kans
Auilemen
Arurak Patrms
Irving Hill
Beef Trust
Chicago
Federal Grand Jury
Heroic Work to Rescue Entombed Miners at Browder Mine
Drakesboro Ky Feb 2 Heroic efforts by rescuers continue as it is believed many hours will pass before the Browder mine yields the last bodies. By dawn thirty three bodies had been recovered including Matt Allen Drakesboro Police Judge aged 50. Overall over one third of the 100 men underground perished in the blast. Police and deputies rush to prepare the dead for burial with sixty one coffins arriving from Denver. A special train will carry the recovered to Trinidad for interment as crews clear entries and the main air shaft.
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Drakesboro
Browder
Here
Matt Allen
Eastetry
Peimera
Sur
Corrner Guilfoil
Denver
Trinidad
Editorial Attacks Bowersock Over Campaign Ties
An Emporia Gazette editorial targets J W Bowersock, alleging discrediting tactics by editor William Aten White. The piece accuses opponents of misrepresentation and praises Henry Allen and Pedar for steadfast Republican support, warning of a potential backlash against Bowersock as the confrontation deepens.
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William Aten White
Pali- San
Emporia Gazetty
Péeka Capital
Uns
Merning Re
J. W. Bowersock
Doortad
Bowersack
Henry Allen
Pedar
Polider Ani
Tiyvernor
Menak
Owerseek
Hing
Ubl
Per Kelles
Couier
Methaehine
Allen
Sun Net
York and
Whale
Wrestling Match Set For February at Local Arena
Indianapolis report states wrestling event scheduled for February with notable wrestlers, aiming to draw a large crowd. Amid a broader labor context, miners’ families face $1,000 support appeals as union actions unfold and safety concerns prompt calls for mine reforms.
Ex-Police Officers Escape Bribery Charge Over Non Sworn Complaint
Wickersham and Thomas avoid arrest on bribery accusations after no one will swear to the complaint. Warrants issued but service halted as George Ady refuses to testify. Prohibition of statements from Whitcomb, owner of the Ke hotel, leaves case unresolved regarding hush money from a Santa Fe hotel Christmas night incident.
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Thomas
Wickersham
Beth Themss
Sat Wn
Bund
Henvever
George Ady
Whitcumb
George Atty
Santa Fe
Typhoid Outbreak at Leavenworth Federal Prison
An epidemic of typhoid fever in Leavenworth Kansas prison leaves Richard Brone dead from the disease, Eugene Ross dying, several seriously ill and nine patients hospitalized, with the prison physician citing impure water. Washington reports President Wilson sending postmaster nominations to the Senate. In Cincinnati, Judge Swing overruns a motion to dismiss the blackmail charge against Mary Jeanette Stewart-Ford.
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Leavenworth
Kans
Lerel Mount
Richard Brone
West Virginia
Eugene Ross
Oklahoma
Cincinnati
Swing
Mary Jeanette Stewart-Ford
Markets by Wile Kansas grain and live stock report
Grain futures show Wheat May and Corn May contracts with bids around 1.43 and 1.12 for Wheat and Corn respectively. Live stock receipts total about 10,000 cattle with steers and heifers trading around 22.30 to 30.70, stockers 3.15 to 5.45, and hog receipts at 23,000 with top bids near 3.75 and bulk around 8.50.
Wife Testifies in Monroe City Murder Case
Mrs Vanghh tells coroner's jury how her husband died detailing the death scene and her actions. The testimony covers perceived illness, attempts to aid him, and the sequence leading to his alleged demise in the murder inquiry.
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Vanghh
Monroe City
Immunity Plea in Sugar Fraud Attendants Case
Attendants in a sugar fraud case argue for immunity while push for a special plea. Jury deliberations focus on whether immunity or a related defense alters findings and potential sentences.
THAT BAND ELECTION. Kluvrion Last. Evening Has Started
Fragmented readable text hints at a band election or leadership change with mentions of a leader, years of service, and unsettled conditions. Specific names and places are unclear due to garbled OCR.
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Kluvrion
Ebotien
Diadever
Baudatl
Erwin
Hard Gras and Disaster in Mardi Gras Notice
Fragmented report notes hazards from a tight fall and snow in the sewers near Mardi Gras. Authorities seek cautions and a general ban on Tube events during the celebration next Tuesday. Emperor William and French unit relief efforts referenced amid delayed recognition.
Married Today in Quiet Ceremony Remains Local News
In a small ceremony, Mary Mon and Cathie Brees wed with family present. The couple, sharing a common faith, celebrated at a local parish before a modest reception.
Fairfax studio advert mentions Fairbanks and Pape
Fragmentary ad style text references Fairbanks and Pape in a Fairfax studio context. It hints at meal timing or products but remains unclear. The readability is limited, with no definite event, date, or outcome to state.
Society tale of a sorority rule breaking ride
A long ago society yarn recounts a sorority member and a Greek Letter Man riding past city limits while curfews loom. A well known local girl helps them by hosting the pair, sparking parental meddling and a moral about attention to a girl’s letters and telegrams. The tale references St Elmo and classic literary heroines as context.
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Hiv Hess
Nin
Hlaw Anne
Leart
Peace House Insurgents vow to press on in rules fight
Washington reports indicate insurgents plan to continue the challenge over House rules with no pause. Senate action lists army and urgent deficiency appropriations at about 41.4 million and 35.15 million respectively, passed quickly without debate.
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House
Washington
Washingt
Senate
Tulay
Snow Storm Grips City With Freezing Temperatures
Residents report heavy winter conditions as a snow storm hits the city around 2:30 PM. Strong winds, deep cold, and blowing snow created difficult travel and bundled pedestrians. Forecasters warn of continuing frigid conditions and accumulating snowfall through the day.
Death of Mrs. Wilson Follows Long Illness
Mrs. Wilson passes away after a prolonged illness. The obituary notes her long battle with illness and records her passing, with local highlights and brief mention of surviving relatives in the community.
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Wilson
Important Iowa Attorney General Opinion on Bank and Bond Case
An Iowa Attorney General opinion discusses whether bonds were purchased in good faith and who bears burdens under the law. The decision analyzes state responsibility and the adequacy of paid up capital in relation to the bank and bonds dispute. The text also advertises Fairfax Clean Service and Shulz The Tailor offering spring apparel.
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Iowa
Tim Hani
Enterprising Citizens Faith in Home Town Prosperity
A garbled report notes local pride as town finances show stability and merchants operate at par value. Mentions Mayor Bestuyy and civic leaders overseeing bonds and rents, with references to Lawrence and the Mevelwoits in a period voice.
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Hiyer
City of Laws
Una Lawrence
Eve Cerenimy
Neo UK
Bestuyy
Personal notices from Topeka area travelers and visitors
A jumble of addresses and names shows local residents and relatives traveling to Kansas City Topeka Wichita and Galveston for visits business and hearing performances. Several people return from Lindenwood Missouri and visit family while others plan trips to Texas and Oklahoma.
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Wiener
Kansas
St. Joseph
Pittword Baungsertuer
Ubit
Rheceiby
Wichita
Kan- 4
Mary Belt
Kansas City
Chinde Anderson
Topeka
Lindenwood, College
St. Charles
Wit Alford Duis
B.S. Sellards
Val Ain
Morsain
Farhi Curretary Co
Olka Vy
Aitrid Chalkley
Min. Thaplin
Talia Bunn
Thearge A. Darker
Galveston
Texas
Kate Dinsmoor
Hess Stuart
Wiverleese
Ramle
Hy-ieylly
Tadiana
Mirian Palmer
Vta
Peat Collins
Col
Bayner
Palmer
Mary Caeriy Movria
Orlahoma
Wheatte
University
Dios
Peary To South Pole Expedition Planned
Ambiguous notes mention a new polar mission by Commander Peary and the National Geographical Society. The text hints at day-of-arrival plans and references arson teams and individuals, but details are unclear.
Classified ads with misprints and notes
A jumble of rental, sale and job notices listing a for rent room, various sales including rope and a span of black musea, a dishwashing job at Dread Care, a clothing sale, a horse heads and farm tools sale, and a housework position offered by Mrs C E Friend. Many contact numbers and names appear garbled.
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Mr. Fiske
Marquis
Mme
Celeste
Fee
Lawrence House
Boston
McCulloch
Wiedemann
St. Albert Noller
Browder Mine
Bowersock
Sears
Fehenary
Binenis
Indianapolis
United Mine Workers
Kentucky
Neueral
Cat Pleasally
Duet Veag
UL St Deut
Dre Naini
Minced
Federal
Thomas A. Tennyson
Arkdelphia
Arkansas
U. S. Bratton
Little Rock
Manhattan
Fansom
Jack Johnson
York
Pinder
Grain and Provisions
Peguners
Pacbins
WEG Rt
Aud
Chivas
Jesus
Basil
Viragh
Dessazies
Chis Fiea
Jil RE
Menpy
Poche Company
Eevba Eladtur
Babel
Ltt
Louie Labsit
Paris
William
Vie Maris Ami
Yin
Mary Monthe
Fairbanks
Apearstin
the Fairfax
Jackson
Potheigh
J. Evans
Dane Eyre
Das Hochester
Senate Committee On
Aepartor
Wiedemann’s
Schulz
Amut
Logan Swope
Paxton and
Hyde
Beth
Logan
Ground Hog
Mens
Calder
Stroms City
USA
Esterday
Sildenly
Elnery
Mary
Tata
Uae
Walgett Hk
Fairfax Tera
Artery
Shulz
Cood
Peary
South Pole
National Geographical Society
Oe Naty Genaphical Society
Ieia
Nesth Niles
Peat Valuie Ieedes
Stump Vile
Bell
Dread Care
Fablic Sale
Sebr
West Warren St
H. H. Brown
Bell Phone
C. E. Friend
Masa
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