Kaw River Standstill Sparks Topeka Flood Disruption
From Topeka reports dated July 14 the Kaw river is stationary with a predicted fall. A ruptured pipe at the railway bridge cut gas and light to parts of the city. Wolff packing plant closed as water reaches the first floor. The Russian settlement on Topeka’s outskirts is flooded and inhabitants relocate to higher ground. Train routes disrupted. south of the city floodwaters spread over the valley. Remediation hinges on further rain, then recession of the stream.
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Flooding hits Kaw and Missouri rivers in Kansas City area
Flooding swells along the Kaw and Missouri rivers after water breached an improvised earth dyke east of Are wechtoe. The Raw river overflow flooded a large tract of land and forced forty families to seek shelter as rising waters threaten homes and property.
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Arewechtoe
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Missouri
River level dips as Kansas towns report lower flows
In Manhattan Kay July 14 the river sits about two feet lower than yesterday and reports from north and west indicate the current 30d peak has been reached. Wamego reports the river starting to fall.
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Kay
Wamego
Miss Morrison Sentenced in Kansas Murder Case
Jassin Morcis, convicted of second degree murder for killing Clara Wiley Castle, was sentenced to twenty five years in the penitentiary and sent from Leavenworth to Lansing with Sheriff W. G Turner. Morrison offered no defense beyond belief of a new trial. crowds flocked to the depot but were disappointed.
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Miderado
Jassin Morcis
Clara Wiley Castle
Panitaatiary
Lansing
Sherif W. G Torner
Hayward Morrison
Miss Morrison
Grant
Cass
Supreme Court
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Leavenworth
Josaia Morrison
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Lanc Aing
Bun
Tragic Arkansan Ends Life Before Daughter and Infant
In Helena Arkansas on July 1 9 Ella Webb living near Barton about twelve miles from Helena killed herself by lying facedown on a large blazing ore prepared in an open fireplace. A thirteen year old daughter and a two week old baby witnessed the event as the daughter tried to pull her mother from the fire. The fire burned out her eyes and lungs, and she died before aid arrived. Despair over impoverished conditions reportedly driven to self destruction. Her husband had left her. She had come to Barton from North Carolina.
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Ella Webb
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North Caroli
Missouri Republicans Open State Judicial Convention
In Joplin Missouri on July 14 Republicans gathered for the state judicial convention to select three supreme court judges. About 570 Republicans joined a lively race with thrice as many candidates as seats. Henry Lamm of Sedalia appears to have the easiest contest. The state committee planned for temporary organization and campaign preliminaries, with talk that Judge G A Finklenberg of St Louis might be named vice chairman.
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St. Louis
Zinc Ore Prices Rise Amid Week of Strong Demand
Joplin Missouri July 14 Zinc ore prices climb as buyers scramble amid continued demand. Week closed with record buying and $42 per ton paid for several lots. higher prices expected as producers face improved basis and larger sales.
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New Premier in England Takes Hold of Affairs
A tumult of political changes follows Lord Salisbury's retirement with Arthur Balfour becoming prime minister and Sir Michael Hicks Beach stepping down as chancellor of the exchequer. The cabinet reshuffle shocks stock markets but public reaction remains cautious as speculation continues on further appointments.
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Church Whistle Sparks Child Solo Turning Into Cheer
A seventeen year old girl, Louise Traax, delighted congregants at Lexington Arenas Baptist church with a whistle solo during a service. Afterward, members encouraged her to whistle the “Mocking Bird” again, drawing praise from attendees.
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Corn Corner Busts The Board In July Corn Trade
Chicago traders sparked a July corn corner on the Board of Trade as receipts neared 1,000,000 bushels. Cash buyers hurled funds onto the floor while July futures plunged, with more than 500,000 bushels moved for profits as speculators claimed the corner had broken.
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Tracy's Slick Ways Again Kinded
Tracy is said to have engaged a confrontation with two deputies near Palmer school house after luring them to a trap. The message notes he manipulated the officers to reach Palmer and then fled toward Buckley, heading for Stampede Pass as part of an apparent escape plan.
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Train Held Up Near Sargents in Colorado Robbery
A Denver and Rio Grande narrow gauge passenger train was halted by four masked men near Sargents west of Marshall Pass. They forced the engineer to stop at gunpoint, blew open two safes, and compelled passengers to disembark while robbers took valuables but officials say no plunder was recovered. Many tourists aboard, losses believed heavy, train had left Denver last night bound west.
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Liang Chen Tung Named Minister to United States
Liang Chen Tung, former secretary to Minister Chang Yoo Hanang who was beheaded in 1930 after exile to Turkestan, has been appointed minister to the United States in succession to Wu Ting Fang. New ministers to Russia, France and Italy are named as well, reflecting a cautious diplomatic service under the empress.
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Fr Riley Kansas Plans New Fort Riley Buildings
Junction City Kansas July 14 The constructing quartermaster at Fort Riley reports plans and specifications for new buildings forwarded by telegram last Saturday The estimated cost is about 320000 bringing total active improvements at the post to over 650000 The note mentions ongoing construction and project funding.
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NO CHANCE IN SIGHT Freight Handlers Strike Disrupts Chicago Railways
The Chicago freight handlers strike enters a second week with about a,000 idle as railroads refuse to meet the unions. Pickets guard warehouses and police protect depots while unions seek talks. Major shippers face huge losses as warehouses remain closed and costs mount for workers and rail lines. A separate note from Christiana Norway reports the US battleship Mississippi struck a reef and must return to England for repairs.
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Lawrence social notes show summer visits and travel
Miss Jansette Ware of Topska visits Lawrence friends for a few days as do Mr and Mrs Joha B Nicholson and Lucile Nicholson. Many Lawrence residents plan or undertake summer trips to Colorado Springs Green Mountain Falls and other points. Notices update on locals traveling to Colorado Kansas City and Wisconsin with family and professional ties. A letter from Douglas Michigan recounts river towns, summer residents, and the Lake Michigan harbor bill impact. The marriage of Miss Bella Walton to Mr Woodyard occurred at 835 Vermont Street with reception. couple to reside at 1236 Rhode Island Street.
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Campanile Bell Tower Collapse At St Marks Venice
The detached campanile of St Mark's in Venice collapsed this morning, crashing into Piazza San Marco. Guards cordon off the ruin as damage spreads to nearby loggetta and royal palace area. the cathedral and doges remain safe. The tower, founded in 888 and rebuilt in 1329, stood opposite St Mark's church and caused extensive dust and debris in the square. Nearby, reports note a lack of fire and casualties, with troops securing the area. A brief entry notes New York socialite champagne breakfast chatter unrelated to the event.
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Cece Crery and City Officials Named in Public Ledger
Fragmentary OCR lists several city officials including a City Attorney, Clerk, and Supt Cemeteries. Mentions names such as Suxton WH and Mrs Nollle G, Dowtty Weigher and Measurer. No clear event or date provided in readable text.
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Markets by wire grain and cattle report chaos
Markets by wire show mixed cattle and grain quotes with steadi ness in some items and weakness in others. Live cattle around 5 to 6 dollars, calves near 7 to 9 dollars, packers buying around 7 to 8 dollars, and grain prices fluctuating with notable reference to Manaas Crew and Capes Ory in the session.
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