Republicans Keep Ball Rolling In Topeka Caucus
In Topeka Kansas on January 13 lawmakers stayed amid crowds as Governor Hoch and Secretary McNeal hosted visitors. A Republican state printer caucus is set for Monday with updates on legislative appointments and committee leadership. Sixty seven Senate bills were filed including a state oil refinery and state printing plant proposals. Governor Hoch may appoint a penitentiary warden soon with talk of a compromise candidate for the role.
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Kans
Hoch
McNeal
Foch
Jewett
Haskell
Smith
Dave Naill
Senate
Insurance Trust
Pennsylvania Church Scandal Letter Sparks Board Inquiry
Reading Pa Jan 13 A sensational letter from Rev Irvine to the board of Inquiry was read by Bishop Tutte in connection with a presentment against Bishop Tablet. Board members avoided public discussion while friends called the attack unjustified.
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Irvine
Board of Inquiry
Tutte
Bishop Tablet
Prépared for Death in Fort Scott
Albert Gray Missouri Pacific engineer shot himself in front of an undertaker in Fort Scott Kansas He had recently been arrested on a charge of enticing a 13 year old Wichita girl to the city Gray left a note claiming innocence He said he was helping the girl escape a cruel father He was 48 married but separated from his wife
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Kas
Albert Gray
Missouri Pacific
Gray
Smoot Investigation Highlights Utah Politics Debate
In Washington the Smoot Investigation resumes with Trovo Utah attorney de Whitecatton noting the church did not block politics by members but sought access to time and energies of men loyal to church offices. He said prosecutions for polygamy had been publicly discussed but he doubted any formal understanding existed.
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W.N. Whitecatton
Trovo
Utah
Whitecotton
Colder Than Winter Grips Midwest and Plains
Cold wave reports sweep Kansas Missouri Nebraska and Texas with Dodge City at 14 below zero Wichita two below zero Concordia ten below Salina ten below zero Lincoln twelve below zero Des Moines twelve below zero and warnings of continued cold spread. A boy William Lovelace 10 was killed by a train near Booth Missouri. King Edward signs proclamation to summon Parliament for February 14.
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Concordia
Wichita
Oklahoma City
Amarillo
Texas
Salina
Kans
William B. Lovelace
Booth, Missour
Chicago & Alton
Stevens
United States Court For
Indian Territory
Marietta
Farmers and Merchants National Bank of
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R. W Aigginbotham
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J. D. Ham
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London
Edward
Privy Council
Kentucky murderer to die by hanging after confession
J. W. Bess, who killed Mr. Martha McQuinn Martin two years earlier, was hanged in Lexington. He had planned to take his own life with a concealed knife but altered his plan after hearing a sacred song sung by children near the jail.
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Lexington
J. W. Bess
Martha McQuinn Martin
Farmer commits suicide in Valley Falls Kansas tragedy
W P Huff known as Print Huff a manager at Kendall stock farm drove into town and shot himself at his sister Mrs Gertruda Delk home. He attempted to shoot her first but she led to a neighbor where help arrived. Huff's body was found with revolver in hand and a single bullet wound behind the ear. No cause for the tragedy is known.
Plan for Livestock Reorganization Read at Denver Meet
At the National Live Stock Association convention in Denver on January 13 Secretary Johnson and committees discussed the proposed reorganization plan. Letters from stockmen supported the proposal while reports debated membership limits and voting rules for delegates and visiting stockmen. The minority report urged restricting voting to members and opposed cooperation with stockyards packers or railroads.
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Colo
Jao
National Live Stock Association
Johnson
Higenbarth
S. J. Cowan
Railronda
BR. Cosney
Arizona
The
Livestock Association
Fierce Fighting Reported Near Alcazar Morocco
Reports from Tangier dated January 13 describe intense clashes between Kabyle tribes near Alcazar. Refugees say many tribesmen were killed or wounded and fears arise that the slator may sack Alcazar.
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Morocco
Alcazar
Legislature Pushes Whipping Posts for Wife Beaters
Salem Ore January 13 The legislature heard Governor Chamberlain propose a law to establish whipping posts for wife beaters A resst demonstration followed the reading of the clause with applause lasting several minutes
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Chamberlain
Wanamaker Places 1 Million Extra Life Insurance
Rodman Wanamaker of Philadelphia adds 1 009 000 dollars in extra life insurance to his existing 2 000 000 policy. His total coverage surpasses any other individual in America, ensuring insurers face substantial liability.
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New York
Rodman Wanamaker
Philadelphia
Lia
America
Kansas Wheat In Good Shape For Winter
Reports from the Kansas wheat belt indicate prospects are best in years with subsoil moisture protecting fields. Damage from a dry fall is overcome and the crop lies in excellent condition for winter. Fire destroyed a barn near Americus killing thirteen horses and destroying farming implements.
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Kansas Wheat Belt
Yeading Millers
Kansas
Han
Emporia
Kan
G H. Lamb Farn
Bulkeley Named Republican Senatorial Candidate in Connecticut
Hartford Conn Jan 13 Former Governor Morgan G Bulkeley was chosen by a large Republican vote as the party's candidate for United States senator in the Connecticut general assembly to succeed Joseph R Hawley who will retire due to ill health.
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Conn
Morgan G. Bulkeley
Connecticut General Assembly
United States
Joseph R. Hawley
Twine Plant Proposed for Nebraska Penitentiary
A bill introduced in Lincoln proposes a binding twine plant at the state penitentiary to employ convicts. It allocates 8195,000 for machinery buildings and operation and outlines equipment needs for the plant.
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Lansing
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Transfer of postoffice inspectors to direct control sparks debate
Washington reports that moving postoffice inspectors from the fourth assistant postmaster general to direct control of the postmaster general draws strong reactions. General Kris tow’s position may endure, while Wynne cites the need for direct reporting to the department head for proper operations. In Idaho authorities debate former Governor McConnell’s statements to a senate committee investigating Senator Smoot’s case. In Vermont a deputy marshal brings four prisoners on a charge of criminal assault against Betsy Beldridge, with capital punishment or life imprisonment as potential penalties.
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Miles Chastain
Suteh
O W. Canley
Irrigation Plans Discussed at Washington Conference
At a federal reclamation conference in Washington on January 1 the North Platte irrigation project in Wyoming and the Shoshone project to Wyoming were discussed along with related developments in Arkansas City Kansas and Nevada. An engine attached to a Santa Fe freight train derailed at Red Rock causing a side truck crash into the Arkansaya City Milling elevator. The structure shifted and hundreds of bushels of grain spilled from the bins.
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Reclama Lott Service
Wyoming
Dragka
Arkansag
Kansas Doctor Guilty in Manslaughter Verdict
Dr G G Kesner of Leroy is found guilty of second degree manslaughter by a district court jury in Burlington for causing the death of Miss Ida E Wilson near Leroy last March.
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Kans
G .G. Kesner
Leroy
Ife
Ida‘e. Wilson
Receiver for Street Railway in Lincoln Nebraska
Judge Holmes in district court announced today that on January 30 he would appoint a receiver for the Lincoln Street Railway Company which owns all city street car lines. The action was an application by the city to recover 358,000 in taxes.
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Lincoln, Neb
Holmes
Lincoln ‘Craction Company
Customs seize additional Chadwick jewels on duty evasion
Reports from Jan 13 indicate customs officers traced more jewelry sets brought by Mrs Chadwick with no duty paid. Authorities estimate total value uncovered to date at about 125000 in diamonds and other pieces. Des Moines also notes tuberculosis reading room developments and a separate court quote discusses alimony, kissing cures, and a doctor indicted for murder.
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Clavaland
Chadwick
Des Moines
Cossack Raiders Reported Retreat After Rail Line Plot
Military circles in Tokyo report Cossack raiders led by Lieutenant General Mistchenko quickly withdrew after attacks on New Chawang and Niuchlatun. They likely aimed to disrupt General Novi’s big guns and Oyama's transport routes on the railroad, but there is no evidence of strong Cossack support.
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New Chawang
Niuchlatun
Balogy
Novi
Shakhe
Oyama
Russian Pacific squadron sails toward French Somaliland
The Russian second Pacific squadron under Botrokvaky sailed south from Suez toward French Somaliland. Reports from Tokyo say the Japanese armored cruiser captured the British steamer Roseley en route to Shanghai. In Paris the North Sea Commission procedure was published detailing hearings and secret deliberations with French as official language. Little Rock notes the insurance trust bill clearing Senate and moving to the House.
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More Boats Sent From Minneapolis Rail Transfer
Another shipment of submarine torpedo boats was moved from the fueling road to the Great Northern Railway at Minneap... to the coast today. The boats matched earlier transfers in type and are part of escalating war supply movements. Shipments include ammunition gear leaf and medicine pennes. No direct delivery to Japan is recorded. all goods go via the shipper’s agent in Japan.
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Ahe Uuelington Road
Great Northea
Tamiine
Russian Raiders Active NearLing Yang Destruction and Pursuit
Russian cavalry harrass southwest Ling Yang, disrupt rail traffic to reinforce Nogus army near Liao Yang. Japanese forces engage near Tangmasaz and Ling Yang, repelling cavalry assaults with heavy losses. Tracks repaired quickly. New Chwang attacked but Japanese counterattacks continue.
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Russia cites “proof” of Chinese breaches in Far East border rivalries
The note to the powers claims Japan uses Miao tao near Port Arthur as a base and harbor for torpedo boats. It alleges Chinese border troops tolerate Japanese officers and Chinese firms supply Japan with war materiel. Russia warns it will act freely against further neutrality violations amid rumors of a ministry change.
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Far East
China
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Associated Press
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Interior Minister Sviatopolk-Mirsky Resigns Claim
Unconfirmed reports from St Petersburg say Emperor accepted Interior Minister Sviatopolk-Mirsky resignation yesterday and appointed Witte as his successor. another version mentions Prince Obolensky, governor, as involved in the reshuffle.
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Russia
Sviatopolk-Mimky
Witte
Law committees probe campaign receipts in Missouri
St Louis January 13 legislators opened hearings on campaign finance with Chairman Niedringhaus of the Republican state committee and the caucus nominee for senator. Grace's resolution accuses 821000 reported by Niedringhaus in his name of actually coming from the bravery interests of St Louis. Niedringhaus testified before the house committee this morning and continued into the afternoon.
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Niedringhaus
Republican State Committee
Grace
Vbravery
Neidringhaus
House
Dot
Senate backs investigation of campaign contributions
Jefferson City Missouri January 13 the Senate adopted a Clarke resolution giving St Louis committees power to probe campaign contributions for both parties. The measure passed by a full Senate vote. Jefferson City Missouri January 13 Gov Folk urged a thorough completion of the ongoing St Louis investigation. Washington January 13 the comptroller of the currency issued a call for the national banks condition report as of January 11. Toronto January 13 Eugene Fos urged reciprocity between United States and Canada at the Empire Club. Washington January 13 Senate resumed consideration of the statehood bill with Baveridge pressing for a vote date. Gorman said many absences prevent setting a day.
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Markets by Wire Live Stock and Grain Prices
Delayed wire reports from Kansas City and Chicago list cattle, hogs, and grain prices. Cattle and hog markets vary by class with steer, cow and calf figures shown. Wheat Corn and Oats futures quoted with specific May July and cash ranges. Also notes about life insurance on Czar Nicholas and obituary of Harriet Clark Dawing Baldwin, great granddaughter of Miles Standish.
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Mays Toy
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Lord
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