Edison Phonographs and Victor Talking Machines Offerings
Local shop advertises APO portable gas limp for $3.50 in Atlanta and Conn., with Edison phonographs and Victor machines. Leave orders for Chas A Stevens for coats and related goods. Raymond's hot water bottles priced $1.00 to $2.00 with one year guarantee. Coal graded and weighed on city scales. phone 454. Nicholson. Journal touts the city’s largest job printing plant.
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Raymond
Tooonda
TI Nicholson
Journal
GRAFT IN HIGH PLACES Reveals Contract Scandal
Washington dispatch reports the House Appropriations Committee found corrupt conditions in multiple government departments. Contracts were awarded at exorbitant prices for materials from an empire member of the awarding board. Other inventions were used at high costs.
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Chicago
the Tribune
Washington
House Committee On Appropriations
Public Service
Wivel Uhe
Oliver
Four Million Starving in China Famine Reaches U S Aid
Washington reports appalling famine conditions in China with 400000 actually starving. Relief workers face epidemics in refugee concentration camps as native officials strive to control a crisis beyond their capacity.
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Washington
China
State Department
Iret
New Scherzo in B flat minor by Carl A Preyer
New composition by Prof. Preyer issued by Greitkop and Haertel in New York. The Scherzo in B flat minor is described as brilliant and of moderate difficulty and was performed by the composer at the faculty concert last October.
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New York
Greitkop and Haertel
Carl A. Preyer
Prof. Preyer
Fourteen Dead in Charleston Mine Disaster
Charleston West Virginia January 30 reports say four men died in the Stuart mine disaster following yesterday's coal dust explosion. Rescue crews fear none of the ten remaining miners will be recovered alive as the blast wrecked the river works.
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Charleston
W. Va
Unis
Stuart
St dx
Kansas seeks federal pay for 1859 Free State Hotel destruction
The Court of Claims certified a $20,000 damage claim to the Senate for the destruction of Lawrence’s Free State hotel in 1859. Built by the New England Emigrant Aid society, it was seized as a treason hotspot amid pro slavery tensions. The case has been pursued by Kansas officials and historians for years.
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Washington
Kansas
Free State
Lawrence
Free State Hotel
United States
New England Emigrant Aid Society
Buchanan
State University
Senate
Court of Claims
Eugene Hale
Maine
Lawrence Banks Weather Storms with Strong Management
The Watkins National Bank in Lawrence is praised for its progressive, prosperous stance during hard times. Cashier C A Tucker is lauded for banking genius and dividend success, with Assistant Cashier W E Hazen and a proactive board driving a wonderful record of financial stability.
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Lawrence
Watkins National Bank
C. A. Tucker
W. E. Hazen
May Accept Resignation Of Jamies Governor Swettenham
Report says Sir Alexander Swettenham’s resignation as Governor of Jamies has been accepted though Foreign Office officials refuse comment.
Lawrence Bank Statement Endorses Conservative Management
Lawrence National Bank declares strong fiscal health under conservative leadership. Officials are described as prudent and careful in safeguarding assets, reflecting well on the institution’s standing in the state.
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Lawrene National Bank
Will
Merchants National Bank shows strong half year results
The Merchants National Bank confirms a highly successful six months with steady public confidence and large business. The Merchants Loan and Savings Bank also reports strong growth as it becomes a major state bank. Doughnuts from Eastern Star Bakery and a sale on Gustafson jewelry are noted nearby.
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Marek
Merchants National
Asesertion
Merchants National Bank
Merchants Loan and Savings Bank
Merchants Arsenal
Prison Governor Killed in St. Petersburg
Jan 30 report from St. Petersburg says Guidema, governor of the political prison, was shot and killed today. Col fin Vasil Ostril, a suburb banker, is named head of the bank. Paul R. Brooks is cashier. E Benson praised for public service. several young bank staff noted for good work. Lawrence National's statement credits the city’s financial condition. Valentine's sale extended as weather kept shoppers away. shirt sale at Wilder Bros and candy at Mrs. Prentice's Home Store on Mass. Ave.
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St. Petersburg
Guidema
Fin Vasil
H. 1
Moore
Paul R. Brooks
E. Benson
Bank
Lawrence National
Local ads offer loans and services across town
Money to loan on farm and city property with rates as low as five percent and optional payments. O'Brien & Co advertise tin copper and zinc goods. Lawrence Transfer Co offers packing and storage. Wolf's Rotire promotes Valentines. Mith's News Depot notes Bliss and Mooresbeerom P in stock.
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Morrison & Lenon
Maas
Chaplain Dudley Chase Dies in Philadelphia at 91
Chaplain Dudley Chase, retired U S Army, died in Philadelphia at age 91. The notice notes his long service and his retirement status. The second item advertises a sale listing 20 percent off on all cav and a new batch of pictures at Wet's featuring Ted dy Bears and Nobody loves me.
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Philadelphia
Dudley Chase
Nobody
Thaw Trial Nears Verdict as Jurors Narrow
New York January trial of Harry K Thaw continues with juror selection narrowing the panel. Thaw appears calmer, yet new questions arise as District Attorney Jerome introduces a surprise juror feature and probes jurors about Cincinnati connections.
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Jan
Harry K. Thaw
Justice Fitzgerald
Jerome
Hhe Talesmen
Cincinnati
Baker
Phaw
Mayor Cushman Dead Amid G A R Festivities
Boston mourns as Major Austin Cushman aged 80 dies of heart disease during Masonic temple celebrations. He organized the Grand Army of the Republic era events and served as private secretary to Millard Fillmore during his presidency.
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Boston
Masonic Temple
Austin Cushman
Grand Army of the Republic
O Millard Filmore
United States
Indian appropriation bill report to Congress
The report on the Indian appropriation bill was sent to Congress. It calls for broad reforms, implementing recommendations of a Senate sub-committee that studied citizenship and property rights of the Five Civilized Tribes in Oklahoma and Indian Territory. It proposes removing land alienation restrictions on allottees of mixed Indian blood and extending eligibility to the freedman roll.
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Washington
Congress
Senate
Oklahoma
Indian Territory
Five Civilized Tribes
Gil
Lloyd
Scarlet Fever Surge Prompt Cautions In New Casas
In Alicage on January 3 314 scarlet fever cases are reported. Health officials urge the public to cancel social engagements especially balls and public gatherings for the next two weeks to curb spread.
Indictments Sought Against Major Oil Groups
A courthouse filing today lists motions to wash charges against Standard Oil of Ohio Rockefeller Buckeye Pipe Line Ohio Oil Company and Solar Refining Company. The case centers on alleged anti competitive practices and reorganizational actions affecting the region.
Cold Wave Grips Nebraska and South Dakota Plains
A northwest cold snap settles over northern Nebraska and southern South Dakota. Temperatures fall to 25 below zero near Donesters D. and D. eight below at Chad ro th 15 below at Norfolk and Fremont with widespread freezing conditions.
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South Dakota
Donesters, & D
Chadroth
Norfolk
Fremont
Government owns rural mail boxes and postage rules
A rural mail box owner has no control as the boxes belong to the government. Postal carriers must forward unstamped mail found in boxes to Washington for proper postage. only stamped mail proceeds through the post. Dr. Sarah E. Carruthers, osteopath, lists residence at 1004 Rhode Island Street. County commissioners were in session with routine business only.
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Postal Department
Washington
Widow and baby die in bed amid police inquiry
Washington police investigate whether Mrs Amanda M Copley and three month old Ruth died by accident or foul play after husband William Copley, a census clerk, claimed she fatally injured herself. Dr. Dorsey reported the infant’s injuries appeared linked to the mother’s death, and Copley was held for questioning.
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Amanda M. Copley
Ruth
Jack Miller
Kansas City
Cupley
William C. Cupley
Falvey
Dorsey
Copley
Woorson
Raymond
Kath
Walnut
Count Wotmas
inGietard
Philippines
Cette Oll
Wasmoandia M. Bunker
Howdy
Suit Against Standard Oil Reaches U.S. Circuit Court
The government’s suit against Standard Oil is before the United States Circuit Court at St. Louis. The principal defense argues for onside Cheaper of Service one fee seriality and questions the bearing and the motion in the case. Judges Sunburn, Adams, and Vandverter preside.
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United Circuit Court
St. Danis
United States Circuit
Dudges Sunburn Tor Adams and
Vandverter
Local Firms We Railroads in Oklahoma City Hearing
Interstate Commerce Commissioner C A Mrouty opened a hearing in Oklahoma City to address charges by coal and grain firms against railroads linking Oklahoma and Indian Territory to Galveston and Kansas City. The dispute centers on alleged excessive tolls for grain to Galveston and coal movements between Oklahoma and Indian Territory.
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C. A. Mrouty
Interstate Commerce Commissioner
Fasal
Hoek [Shui St. Danis
San Fran
Cisco, Sanita
Fegis Missonei
Kan Easak
Texas
Galveston
Kansas City
Suspects Held For Questioning In Townsend Murder Case
New York police ended the examination of persons believed to have knowledge of the Townsend murder. A doctor his two sisters one brother and a brother-in-law of John Bell were bound over to appear as witnesses in the case.
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New York
Asterhins
C. W. Townsend
John Bell
State Traffic Manager bill introduced in senate
The bill, introduced by Waggener in Topeka, proposes appointing a state Traffic Manager by the board of railway commissioners at a salary of 10000 dollars per year. The note adds that placing an ad in the Journal want column is a quick way to hire satisfactory servants and clerks.
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Topeka
Senate
Waggener
Board of Railway Commissioners
Want
Chile Treat at F. A. Ewing Store Sparks Praise
A nostalgic ad notes cold weather craving for a Chile treat sold by F. A. Ewing. It praises the product as famous everywhere and unforgettable after tasting.
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F. A. Ewing
Chile
Wall Paper and Paint Ad From Topeka Station
Topeka report notes the senate considering a rail commission measure with penalties for violations and a proposal to regulate local authority licenses. The article mentions senators Hodges Cirillin Phambautrodse and a proposed constitutional or administrative change affecting permits and local government powers.
To Stop the Play New York Opera Leaders Vote
Dispute over canceling the Ube or Strauss opera reaches a decision between Metropolitans and Conried Opera directors. Controversy centers on property and ownership as negotiations continue with key executives and the house.
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New York
Jan
Ube
Salome
Metropolitan
Conried Opera
Catholics Must Attend Parade Orders Spark Local Excitement
A Columbus report notes excitement over an order from Colonel E F Gienn before his Texas departure, with Major Penrose in the Heorville court martial and Catholic soldiers urged to attend. Wilder Bros extends its shirt sale to Sat Feb 2 due to bad weather. Gustafson offers 10 percent off jewelry. Miss Matie Morgan provides hairdressing services at 837 Mass Street. Fred Boyles showcases valentines at 725 Mass St.
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E. F. Gienn
Texas
Wilder Bros
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