Convicted Man Slays Man With Stone in Neighborhood Feud
John Lewis was found guilty of manslaughter in a district court for killing Houston McNees with a stone during a feud at a schoolhouse. The verdict on the fourth count was a compromise, with the jury preferring a murder verdict but choosing manslaughter to avoid hanging. Lewis faces 3 to 5 years and is on bond awaiting sentencing. McNees’ brother John Lewis faced trial and is to be tried for the same crime.
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John Lewis
Wart
Qweluek
Jets Lewis
Houstin MeNves
Ae S
Odas
Bene Thes
Vasier
Hearsten McNees
Lewis
Houston McNees
John
Nish
Ham
Jowhn Lewis
A NEW SENATOR MAY 17
A Wisconsin senatorial race outcome is sketched after ballots show a split opposition collapsing. Hatten appears as the leading candidate with Steples and others listed as scattering votes and names like Esch and Hatten referenced in the fragmented report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tephensen
Marinette
Wisconsin
Asus
Esch
Hatten
Scattering
Orchard Confesses Steunenberg Murder in Interview
Harry Orchard, jailed for the Steunenberg killing, tells reporters he gave a voluntary confession and denies being coerced. He says no promise of immunity was made, asserts freedom from pressure, and discusses reading habits and personal reflections during imprisonment. He names no further details on the case and emphasizes truthfulness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buise
Harry Orchard
Steunenberg
Mas Wud
Pettibone
Hayster Federatto
Romaine
John Wesley
George Whitfiell
England
Qrebard
Captain McParland
Orchard
Aume
McParland
Thahe
Ny Erie
Still Busy at General Aid Association Work
Fragmentary report notes the General Aid Association at routine business. It lists names and roles such as Sentinel, pitted, Burdict, Bishop, Auditing committee, Trustees and others like Reim and DHlan, with no clear dates or locations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ter l Cornel
Gen Nal Aid Associ
Wereal
Burdict
Dhlan
Raymond
Paris Sreen
Newton Milling Fund Aims To Aid Prof Hunter In Fight Against Green Bug
Damage slight in Harvey county as the green bug threatens next season. Newton Milling and Elevator Company launches a fund to aid Prof S J Hunter of the State University in this pest battle. Businessmen and farmers urged to contribute. local commerce notes include W L Douglas shoes, Ford? Hosford Investment Co loans, and Jerry Ewers crushed fruit ice cream offerings.
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Newton
Ka Mas Jr
Newton Milling and Elevator Company
S. J. Hunter
The
State University
Harvey County
Miss Hunnicutt Home from Alton School
Miss Gertrude Oren Hunnicutt former principal of the shorthand department at Alton Business College returned to Lawrence. She had accepted another post for the coming year but is in Lawrence for a few weeks. Miss Winnicutt is noted as a strong shorthand teacher and a leader in the National Shorthand Teachers Association.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gertrude Oren Hunnicutt
Alton Business College
Lawrence
Winnicwtt
Alton
Orchard Interview Sparks Jury Influence Controversy
The court wrestles with alleged press interference as the Orchard interview stirs passions and prompts defense and prosecution to condemn attempts to sway jurors. Hawley and Darrow clash over media influence and governor remarks while talesmen face further questioning. The proceedings continue amid strong language about press responsibilities and judicial integrity.
Red Men’s Carnival Promises Week of Festivities
The notice catalogs events for a Red Men’s Carnival May 13 through 18 and a church food sale at J A Ben 37 Mass street Saturday. It advertises local services and products including photo services by Squires, Mentholis orders, and Raymond’s Pure Paris Green. The Peerless Cafe at 1021 Mass Street is highlighted for merchants’ lunch.
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M. E. Church
J. A. Ben
Mass
Son's
Mass’ Street
Folk to Shake Up Kansas City Police Affairs
Gov. Folk met with Kansas City police commissioners to discuss an imminent investigation of police corruption. He called for removal of officers loyal to private interests, elimination of gambling rings, and discipline for officers seen in saloons while in uniform. He praised the St. Louis police clean up as a model and pledged continued action until evils are eradicated.
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Folk
Kansas City
City
Guy
Joseph W. Folk
Jefferson City
T. M. Bearids-ley
Guy. Falk
S Uree
Metropolitan Stre Railway Co
Nalive
Metropolitan Street Railway Co
Ee Department
St. Loui
Police Board
Boach
Sigma Chi Triumphs 8 5 Over Betas In Key Game
Sigma Chi 8 Betas 5 on McCook field in the top inter fraternity baseball clash of the season. Spide Bailey led the Sigma Chi hitting, scattering Beta chances after the fifth inning. Wisher pitched well for the Betas but faltered in the seventh. This victory marks Sigma Chi’s fourth straight win over the Betas in baseball.
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Ma Chis
Betas Terioun
Ne Ut
McCook
Bailey
Sigma Chis
Wheat Prices and Local News From May Woes to Court Action
Mixed wheat trading in New York with May bids, September and December prices noted amid a busy day. Obituary for Stephen Harris to be held at 10 in AM at AL Harris residence. Civil docket set by court with State embezzlement case against J F Gray on trial this afternoon. Local notices include Smyrna goods ads and Wolf decorating services. County officials visit Eudora to view Henshaw road project.
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New York
SLO
J. F. Gray
Gray
Monks Livery Barn
Squires
Markets by Wire Grain and Provisions May 17
Wheat quotes for May 17 show No 2 hard at 87 3/4 cents July, No 2 red at 49 cents September. Rye around 60 cents and hay values for choice timothy 15 to 16 dollars. Butter creamery and packing dairy prices listed. Live stock receipts include cattle 1,000 native steers 6 dollars to 6.50, cows and heifers 3 to 5.25, hogs 10,000 head heavy 6 dollars. Farmhouse for sale with details. contact L. Riley.
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Choige Timothy
Choice Prairie
Butter—Creamery
L. L Riley
Social and Personal Notes From Olathe Gatherings
W E Robinson of Olathe visits his brother T B Robinson and family. Ben Akers of Tupela and Mrs. Akers will spend Sunday with N Lew. Ethel Dunn arrives from Lindsberg and will be the guest of her brother Fred Dunn. Friends from Kansas City visit Mr and Mrs G T Prentice. Sunday refreshments and games follow a Sunday series class at Mr WoC Sirens. Japanese themed party features four tables, lanterns, fans, and a prize for the best girl. Miss Gertrude Black directs games and Miss Carrie Parnard assists in serving Japanese refreshments.
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W. EE Robinson
Olathe
T. B. Robinson
Ben Akers
Tupela
Mro
W. BR. Tlutehinsen
Chas, Curtis
Curtis
Topeka
Fitehinson
Julia McGrath
Tess
Sen
Geomer
Innes
Luther N. Lewis
W. Hromalstek
J. Sweeney
Jacob Badsky
B.J. Hove
Hikey
Beulah Bishop
Carrie Parnard
Anna McGrath
Downtown incident leaves Leonard injured this morning
Leonard was taken seriously ill while downtown and had to be carried to his home by a passerby. Authorities reported he was transported to his residence for further care.
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W. OY
Leonard
Oloway
Tim
Teonard
Noc Ebr
The Allens Convicted In An English Inquest
Two men named John and Charles Allen were convicted in a grim case. The fragment suggests a sentence ranging from six months to five years, with the full penalty yet to be determined. The OCR text is garbled but indicates a formal judgment and a term of imprisonment.
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John A
Charles Allen
Chemical Society Meeting Note
A brief society notice notes a Chemical Society gathering titled Conde Chemical. The piece mentions a CIV sertius, a Saturday afternoon event, and a water analysis session at six.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Conde
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Business Directory
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L. H. Perkins
National Hank Building
Tarker & Means
Omee
Opera House
L. H. Menger
Massachusetts Street
A. Norton
Omes
First National Bank
Joseph E. Riggs
Ww. H. Elder
tamily-at-Law
DOR. C. I. Simmons
A. J. Anderson
Vermont Street
G. W. Jones
Butte No
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F. DO. Morse
M. D
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J. R. Bechtel
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John C. Rudgolph
George A. Banks & Son
Lu At &, Frulerzel
Sirclair
Alwaye
Lyuse Downs
Tetepaune Fai Nu
Ted Massachusett
Mork Dros. & Sharp
Eldridge
Ncty Son
Jean E
Amir Ind
F. M. Perkins
Atlas Building & Loan Association
A. Guenther
Jaedickes
Harvey
W. L. Douglas
Abe Wolfson
Mass. Street
Hosford Investment Co
Jerry Ewers
Masss
Miss Hunnicutt
Palace of
F. J. Boyles
Mase
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Harry Orcherd
Uie
State
Dodou
Tawley
Hawley
Richardson
Hawood
Druze Wood
Trevor
Per Yuan
Dss
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Guverne
Wing
Darrow
Wood
Alothe
Jarrow
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Orwual
Eitness
Cuntint- Wy
Tien Fer
Witeds
Jrvhard
Orel
Associated Press
Diehard
Aior Derah
Senator Hora
Au Feur
Talesmen
Pat Candy
Raymond’s
C. W. Straffon
Mentholis
Law
Ewing
Watkins
Bank
Sigma Chi
Ris
Tillie P. Mearis
Stephen Harris
AL. Harris
Smyrna
Wiedemann’s
Palace of Sweets
Wolf’s
Eudora
Henshaw Road
Dale
L. F. Conklin
Transactan General Banking Business
Neville’s Gornar
Kit Carson County
Col
Heulroad
JM. Neevilte
Home
Mase &L Eldridge
Airket
Watkins National Bank
B. Watkins
C. A. Hid
Tarect
J B. Watking
C. A. Hul
Tuckor
W. E. Hazen
J. Louse
A. C. Mitchell
J. G. Moore
Savings Department
C. WH. Turker
Cashler
W. B. Huzon
Aas
T. Chuhter
State Bank
W. Hromellick
T. J. Sweeney
BJ. Hilkey
Cashi
Lawrence, Kansas
Minnene
MLN U
Unovernor
Marc
Monroe
New Mark
Eben Baldein
KF. Arch Cashier
A. Wdd
Asst
Leonard Tl
Allens
Chemical Society
Hosford Investment CO. Investments
Merchants National Bank
Kansas
L. S. Steele
Keel Estate and Loans
St. Lawrence
Kanes
Co. L. Edwards
E. Henry St
Bet! Phons
A. Whitman & Go
Real Estate, Loans and Insurance
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