Locompton Assessments Reveal Varied County Valuations
A Lawrence County report shows wide disparities in real estate assessments across districts. Moores work over three weeks gathered sales data, with cash values averaging 50 to 60 percent of assessed valuations in towns like Eudora Baldwin and Palmyra, while Lecomp-ton trails at about 84 percent. Deputy assessors meet March 1 to plan personal property appraisal. real property only updated if improvements occurred.
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Aetua
Eudora
Baldwin
Palmyra Township
Aseas
Lecompton Township
Lawrence Sment
Supreme Court Allows Sunday Baseball in Kansas
The Kansas Supreme Court ruled that baseball may be played on Sunday. The decision also required a railroad to provide the same service at same rates under common law in a dispute between an Arkansas City pulling company and the Missouri Kansas & Texas railroad. It upheld H. W. Cox as public administrator of Wyandotte County against removal, stating the office was legally created.
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Topeka
Supreme Court Today
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Mionri, Kansas & Texas Railroad
H. W. Cox
Wysadutte County
Canet
Uillee
Cyclones in South Kill Dozens Across Southern States
Atlanta February 6 reports say a storm moving from Mississippi and Alabama swept through southern districts causing numerous fatalities and widespread injuries. Early tallies list more than a dozen dead with inquiry into additional deaths and extensive damage across the affected areas.
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Mississippi
Alabama
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Dinner to Honor Senator Long and Mrs Long in Washington
Preparations are under way for a banquet at the Raleigh Hotel this evening in honor of Senator Long and Mrs Long. Delegation members including Curtis and others will attend though some are absent, making this a notable farewell social event for Long in the nation’s capital.
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Delaware Battleship Launch and Tangier Reception Guilty Verdict
The Delaware was launched at Newport News with 3000 spectators as the Tangier reception by the American minister faces a guilty verdict for an intoxication case involving Captain Edward High of the battleship Georgia. Hepburn contests a report of a band visit. The House votes to keep the national bankruptcy law. Fruit salad days and local notices appear amid varied items.
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Edward High
Georhem
Mantia
Marnal
Delaware
Newport News
Newport News Ship Building Company
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Taussig
Washington
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For Sale by Crew and Kennedy Real Estate Listing
For Sale by Crew and Kennedy a series of five and seven room cottages with barn, gas, cistern and improvements, prices from 1,400 to 5,000 dollars. Includes modern 11 room house near east front, 37,500, and 7 room with fruit trees, 2 lots, 2,700. Also 3 houses for rent, rentals listed. Contact Crew and Kennedy at 729 Mass. St. in the city.
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East Front
Los Barn
Mass. St
Gustafson to Offer Mystery Bags in Friday Sale
The jeweler Gustafson announces a downtown promotion beginning Friday February 12 at 9 AM He will place on sale wrapped packages containing items such as jewelry chinaware silver and glassware Each package is valued at one dollar and guaranteed to contain an item worth at least 50 cents up to a diamond ring worth 25 dollars.
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Chinese cabinet changes dismiss Shen Pi and three secretaries
In Peking on February date Chen Pi president of the board of communications and three under secretaries were dismissed amid disgrace. This follows the earlier removal of Yuan Shikai from the grand council after the empress dowager's death last November, marking a second high official ouster in recent weeks.
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No Pay for Lawmakers Delays Salaries in Topeka
In Topeka the house and senate deadlocked on the appropriation bill halting wages for lawmakers and staff. Committees were discharged and new appointments planned. The row centered on a provision highlighting many senate employees, seen as a cut by senators who refused to approve the bill.
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Senate
Governor’s letter seeks halt to fights in Hot Springs
Governor Doggett dispatches a missive to Hot Springs officials warning that the fights must end. He explains the illegality of the sport and urges enforcement, citing petitions from Wood and other prominent citizens opposing the fights.
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Hot Springs
Arkansas
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Society notes reveal busy social week with dinners and gatherings
The Mena club hosts a Thursday evening event at the Methodist center. Lincoln program and Camera club plans unfold at Miss Maud Leuckelsbys. Miss Eva Butler entertains friends with a skating rink party for Peabody students. Mr and Mrs Pescheton and Mr and Mrs Roundmeier host a grand dinner at their Lov er residence with pink and white decorations. Prizes awarded to Mrs Lowe and Mrs Walker for ladies and to Mr John Lanworth and Mr J H Cohn for gentlemen. Several helpers assist with hosting and entertainment. The report ends with a reflective remark on a guest’s cautious talk about missing photographs.
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Banquet Draws 700 Plus Attendees For Governor Stubbs Era
An immense gathering of over 700 men and boys attended a banquet on a recent evening. Ex mayor Beardsley of Kansas City served as toastmaster, delivering an ovation for Governor Stubbs amid a lively program.
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Kansas City
Meeting on Road Bills Draws Lawrence Crowd
A Lawrence gathering focuses on road improvement with plans for a mile of road district funding. Speakers include Fred Shad and local leaders, with discussions on Good Bills and Y.M.C.A. assignments. Attendees from Douglas, Leavenworth, Topeka and surrounding areas attend.
Japan 1s. calnts the six day race action
A fragmentary report notes Nevada legislature action and Japanese reaction during a six day bicycle race set to begin Monday at Convention Hall. The piece references teams from England and the original eight, with managers eager to push for victory and the commission’s errors under scrutiny.
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Nevada
Yen
Fragmented Memory: Beckturt’s Body Found In Park
A damaged notice reports the discovery of a body in a park, with readers urged to note the scene and involved parties. The fragment hints at investigation details, names, locations, and procedural steps, reflecting a troubled local crime report.
Paper on stale corn experiments and fleet movement notes
Fragmented notes discuss corn processing methods and fiber chemistry, alongside a historical fleet report. It mentions Atlantic battleships, Gibraltar, and Hampton Roads with dates around February, referencing exploration of pulp and fiber separation and the potential for commercial seeding.
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Hampton Roads
Memorial service for Senator Allison Beeman Held
An oration at a public service honored Senator Allison Beeman. Attendees included local officials and members of the Democratic party. The date noted is February 4 with references to public tributes and formal remembrances in a civic setting.
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Beeman
Markets By Wire and Provisions Summary
Market notes show livestock listings and prices with notes on live stock reports, including heifers and pigs. The readable fragments name Smith packing and a May schedule, referencing a Sunday calk and a men’s meeting in a rural market context.
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More cost miners and a Kansan's Choice postcard
The notice mentions a picture exhibition open Monday Wednesday and Friday evenings until 10. A new poem by Harry Kemp titled A Kansan's Choice is for sale at Boughton's, 1025 Maas street, Chicago Markets. Also references stock prices, products at Wisdamann's, and various local notices including J. M. Wilson and Valentine Post.
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A Bad Mixup Sparks Topeka Senate Reference Library Debate
In Topeka a heated discussion emerges over a reference library proposal as Rep Wita and Chancellor Strung clash on wording. Profs Hates and others seek to secure library support while offering to fix the draft and move forward despite opposition.
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Duentel
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Bomb Causes Panic In Police Court Morning
A disruption leads to a defendant being fired for disturbing the wareanl while another is fined for selling tuber, as police court sessions proceed in the morning.
Stormy Session Ends with Outrage Accusation in City
Fragmented reports describe a tense session ending amid claims of a Black Hand linked outrage at a tenement house in New York. The piece mentions Mine Workers adopting a resolution, political tensions, and a court notice involving Thomas Smith and Julia Thurston, with further scattered notes on Prohibition, labor, and social events.
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Othee
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