Chinese Army Seizes Peking Gates and Halts Rail Service
Reports from Peking state portions of the Chinese national army under Feng Hsiang seized the city gates and halted the telegraph and railway lines for reliable information. Feng supposedly moved toward strength from Chaing Tsarlin while rumors swirled about his loyalties amid the Manchuria crisis and the central government.
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Mukdin
Chaig Tsarlin
Cefira
Peking
Pekitg
Feng
Fengdu
Ithe Chiki Central Government
Manchuria
Pythians in Convention Select Leaders at Ottawa Kansas
Knights of Pythias Sisters conventions meet in Ottawa Kansas. Delegates discuss site selection and leadership for 192? events. New grand master choices include Lyons and Columbus figures with several officers re elected or named. Kansas and neighboring districts report fundraising toward a 150000 dollar home project.
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Ottawa
Kan
Bota
Knights of
Pythiag
Roy City
Grand Outer Guard
Pyttiths
Julian Tiksop
Kinsley
Leia Prange
Cribute
S Pool Osawatomie
Beir Junkie
Ardie. Kemp
Oe la the Rand
Davalders
Lyons
Bel Grand Protector
Gertruple Stleur
Yates Center
GC. M
Hattie Youberg
S. Gnie Oper
Jet Wuard
Anna Iilsen Jet
Kansas’ City
G. M
Rh. C
Double tragedy as man shoots student then kills self
In front of a Leavenworth home on October 14, Henry Dall shot and killed a Miss Morrison, a high school sophomore, then turned the gun on himself. The gunfire shattered the quiet night, and Denmark relatos report Queen Lovise’s illness in a separate, unrelated note.
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Henry Dall
Red -Morrison
Miss “Morrison
Su Ier
Felice
Jan
Det
Ashe
Ufen
Deltdauchter
Maj Prinze
Lucille Noll
Charled Hayes
H Boll
Sehen
Danter
Miss Mortison
Denmark
Copenhagen
Aba Socia Press
Lovise
Syrebbing
Kandasae Forrot Fair Lights Up Evening Schedule
Fragments describe Kandasae Forrot Fair tonight with rising temperatures. Mentions of tomorrow and today include an expected high of 3 and a low of 1, with unclear times and events.
Funds and names surface in Republican committee probe
Reports reveal contributions from major businessmen to the Republican campaign, with New York and New Jersey state chairs summoned to Washington. The investigation notes missing names of financiers from figures like United States Steel and the Rockefellers, as about $500,000 was added to the campaign fund in a five day span, part of a $3 million cap.
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Republycans
Fund Ri
Invéstigitiog
Toda
Republican ‘Stat
New York
New Jersey
Ohio
Iilinois U
Untermyen
Senati
LaFollette
Reyublican
Elfert
Gary
Steel Corporation
J Lorry
Rockefellers
Sees Lee
Washington
Fidt
Schnatdy- Borah
Ced Uy Telthyer
Ieblican
Wiial
Nelson
Dawes Special Train Attacks Follette Candidacy Tour
Charles G. Dawes ties a stop in Lancaster Pennsylvania to a Liberty League attack on Robert M. La Follette independence. Dawes warns of consequences for constitutional order as he drifts across Pennsylvania in support of Republican stance against Follette aligned sentiments.
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Dawes
Wilkiinton
Dell
Lancaster
Daves
Democrat de Eidorsement
Lla Follette
Republian
U Atgn
Political Debate Signals Labour Grip in Britain’s March
Fragmentary report notes Oxford lecturer and Labour figure MacDonald dismissing Tapex move as Tory strength waning. Debate hints at Labour gains and a possible early general election as discussions of Conservative rule heighten. Mentions Nottinghamshire Labour candidate and imminent parliamentary shifts.
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Solin MacDonald
Great Britain
Oxford University
Eaht
Nottinghamhire
White to Debate Rawlins in Topeka Election Row
Topeka Kansas October 26 William Allen White challenges Republican candidate Ben S Pauten to a debate on the Kansas governorship or any subject. He telegraphed the Republican state headquarters but no reply was received. The item notes White’s persistence and the lack of response from the party.
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Topeka
Kan
William Allen White
Ben.s. Pauten
Republich
Goveb
White
Peddlers in Bad Jad No State Licenses Sold Rugs and Skins
Three men wearing marine uniforms and two Williamson brothers faced Lawrence authorities after selling rabbit skins and fur coats as Norther Seal. The group lacked licenses and were arrested. two remained in custody while others were released or handed to county officials. The men claimed to sell goods with prices around $125 in stores. Police noted uniforms were heavy and not protective, linking this to a broader illegal trade. The incident involved possible ties to slavery concerns and university connections.
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Lawrence
Whames
George
Janes
Janae Williamson
Obn
M. Angus
Williamson Brothers
Ity
Pedlers
Williamson
Ofcers
Putiit
James
Isaac Williamson
Agnes Husband
Cain
Slavory
Candidate mobbed during violent election gathering
Liberal candidate and wife faced threats as a mob attacked a gathering in Labour country. A car windshield was smashed and a bystander described as an attack, with interruptions and jeers from the crowd. Lady Astor faced a similar relentless heckling in her parliamentary campaign as she spoke at a contested center.
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Laba
Tone
Heebin
England
Lady Astor
Lan Ton
Republicans Rally at Globe School House Speakers Crop Up
George K. Melvin the Republican candidate for county attorney and El C. Bussing seeking reelection as county clerk led a GOP rally at Globe school house last night. About fifty attended with other speakers including W. J. Isaiah DF. Smith, Mrs. Tia E. Wellman, Louis Menger, C. J. Lane and JJN John.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George K. Melvin
Caiidate
EL C. Bussing
Swere
4Th Globe School House
Ffty
W. J. Saiah DF. Smith
Tia E. Wellman
Louis Menger
C. J. Lane
Jjn
John
Guaranty Law Debate At Kansas Banking Convention
A R Wallace argues to strengthen Kansas guaranty law at state banking association urging the state banking board to pick safe risks and reject bad banks. He cites Oklahoma as a cautionary example and praises the Kansas framework for protecting depositors and stabilizing troubled banks.
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Wichita
A.R. Wallace
Kansas State Henexet Association
Fale
State Banking Board
Oklahoma
The
Guaranty
Wallace Sail
Kansas
Tullines American
Wallace
Celail Bank
Thel-State Banking Commission
Patinit
Siasil
Hint ‘City
Tans
Pry - Kurtz
Mellorkon
Fenn
Traulen
Gamble on Election London Set October 20 1878
An examination of public feeling on the upcoming parliamentary vote hints at the likely outcomes. Premiums quoted by local insurers suggest a Labour or Conservative shift, with a 100 pound stake offered by the insurance company for expected results. Conservative majority projections around 82 seats appear unlikely under current sentiment.
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London
Pheblice
Sabhy Poligy
Ani
Turmoil at Paisley Meeting Ends Speech Early
In Paisley Scotland liberal leader Asquith faced interruptions at an election meeting as Labor supporters invaded the hall and sang The Red Flag. Order briefly restored but a new confidence motion provoked counter demonstrations with cheers for Barghay MacDonald.
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Paisley
Scotland
Toin Asquith
Tkader
Janet Ai
Labor
Mc Smith
Barhgay Mac Wonala
Rally in Topeka Draws Big Political Crowd
The Governor Club plans a wide rally in Topeka on Tuesday October 28 at City Auditorium. It is touted as one of the largest political meetings in the state with speeches by William Allen White Rev Dr Charles Sheldon Judge Dick Hayden and others. Many voters from Lawrence and beyond are expected to attend.
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Governor Club
Topeka
Tuesda
City Auditorare
William Allen Wite
Charles Sheldon
Dick Hayden
William Allen White
R Lawrence
Chanute Woman Passes at Age 102 After Brother's Death
Mes Craney, longtime Chanute resident, dies at 102. She had lived with her brother for months after his death and both were born in Leland. City gas and water superintendent B. M. Iannerry noted her passing and memory.
President Coolidge Presses Business Duties in New Era
Washington reports President Coolidge outlining the need for business establishments to uphold initiative and customer service. He insists the economic system is sound, criticizes abuses, and urges firms to self regulate to avoid government intervention. He praises recent gains in corporate responsibility and emphasizes American enterprise shaping the nation's future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Coolidge
Avellan Cottomers
Local Homecoming events and political notes brief
Homecoming events at University of Kansas feature a program and speaker lineup with Chanedlpy Lindley and Allen and a stadium exhibition Saturday morning. Kansas candidates report expenditures with Sen Capper noting no contributions to Malone. Also reports on Ritovania convention and a slate of local investigations. Second train embargo affects grain shipments into Minneapolis and Duluth unless shippers cooperate. Lane reports county schools in good condition with excellent attendance.
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Robinsonseyemasium
Teady
Lindley
Allen
Stadium Diel
K. U
George Shaad
Gallen Gorerill
Clarence Speer
Oneal Nes
Minneapolis
Minn
Duluth
Help Teliay
Northwest
Shane O. J
Lane
Equity
Bir Lane
Stores Close Early for Kansas Nebraska Game Homecoming
Official KU flags will debut during Homecoming decorations as merchants close at 1 30 Saturday after noon until after the Kansas Nebraska football game. Some shops stay open during the game while most close. flags provided by Merchants Association official C T P Radcliffe at Ober's store. Flags feature alternating red and blue stripes to be displayed on street poles all day Saturday.
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Lawrevice Stores
Kansas-Nebraska
K. U
C. TP
Association
Ober
Radcliffe
Kk. U
Nebraska
Plan Three Speeches by Cameron Beck at NYSE
Cameron Beck, personal director of the New York Stock Exchange, will speak three times on Monday October 27 in Lawrence. He will address an Al-University convocation at 1 pm in Robinson Gymnasium, then high school students at Liberty Memorial High School, and finally Rotary and Kiwanis clubs at a noon joint luncheon. His topics cover Cost of Leadership Building a Bigger Tomorrow and Youth the Beginning of Better Relations. Chancellor Lindley praised Beck as a blend of business savvy and idealism after his prior year speeches.
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Cameron Beck
New York Stock Exchange
Lawrene
Al-University
Robinson Gymension
Beck
Univers
BE. HH. Lindley
West Hills real estate booklet offered by Mansfields Realty
An attractive 49 acre West Hills development booklet prepared under the direction of 5. Hunter outlines property details, location, facilities, and purchase terms. It includes three cuts with views from West Hills toward the city, maps, and the plan, printed by Wind Company.
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West Hills
University Campshich
Mansfields Realtors
Weaperty
Hunter
Wind
Fort Worth? Woman Recovers Stolen Goods After Forty Mile Chase
In Britton Oklahoma on an October day Mrs. G Ay Jintl chased a thief who drove away with household goods. After a chase of about forty miles she regained possession. Pauline Clark also known as Pauline Fawley faces larceny charges over the car involved.
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Britton
Okla
G. Ay
Jintl
Pauline Clark
Pauline Fawley
Deadline Friday Election Registration Closes Tomorrow
City Clerk’s Office opens until 10 o’clock tonight and tomorrow for those who missed daytime hours to register. A steady stream of residents registered for the upcoming election, with many queued at the office late into the evening.
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Floyd Lawrence
Tate
Wed
Girane
Nebraska Engineering Education Meeting Planned in Lincoln
The annual meeting of the Nebraska section of the Promotion of Engineering Education will be held Friday evening and Saturday morning October 24 and 25 in Lincoln. Topics include laboratory technique and engaging engineers for part time structural work. Elections and a noon luncheon are planned with many invited visitors from Manhattan and nearby colleges. Notables from Lincoln and Manhattan will speak, including W. E. Wickenden directing the national board.
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as-Nebraska
Shel
Enem
A. Hy Sluss
Ise
Nebraska
A. Eptlege
Manhattan
Impvacity
Washburn College
Baker
University
Kansas City
Dation
W. E. Wickenden
New Dark
Innasional Society
Investicath Gi Flactors
Manrhittan
Buia
Kerehner
Lo. FE. Conrad
J. B. Walker
G. A. Sellars
Lingoln
Neb
B. Eifigon
Wooney
I pChalhuien
Bean O. J
F. M. Dawson
Clark
FP. R. Russell
G. J. Hepa
Sean PF. Walker
Prof
Fu C + Shand
Two New Filling Stations Planned in Lawrence by Barnsdall Refiner
Barnsdall Refining Company plans to erect two filling stations in Lawrence to serve Kansas City, Missouri. A ten year lease covers the northeast corner at Seventh and Alabama streets and the Nineteenth and Massachusetts street corner. The Alabama street site is operated by Benne Huntington and the Nineteenth and Massachusetts corner is leased from Dr. H. Randly.
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Lawrence
Barnsdall Refining
Kansas City
ySeventh
Alabama Streets
Massachusetts Street
Benne Huntington
H. ‘T. Randly
Massachus
SouR OWL To FLY Homecoming Number Will By Sale Tomorrow and
A readable fragment notes a forthcoming sale set for tomorrow involving a Homecoming number or item. The text is partial and lacks full context, but indicates a transfer or sale event linked to a Homecoming celebration.
Sour Owl Event Opens Homecoming Issue at Wisconsin
The Sour Owl magazine launches its Homecoming issue at the University of Wisconsin tomorrow marking the first edition since the Sigma Delta Chi fraternity talent contest. The Campus sale will feature the newsstand distribution. Robert C. Opitz, a Wisconsin football player, died at University Hospital after a day of injuries and shock from earlier events.
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University of Willey
Sincei
Sigma Delta Chi Professional
Oanalism 4
Wiisconsin
Madison
Wis
Robert C. Opitz
University of Wisconsin
University
The
University Electrical
Political rallies galore scheduled with multiple speakers
A week of political rallies unfolds across campuses and towns as W Y Morgan Republican speaker and others prepare to address audiences. Robert Good Democrat and Taylor Carr Independent will present party issues at Fraser hall while Victor Murdock backs White in Wichita. Additional meetings feature Judge Guyer, John Kinkle, Thurman Hill, and Carl D Kelley among others with free lunches and university student focus.
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Fraser Hall
W.¥. Morgan
Robert Good
Taylor Carr
Victor Murdock
The
Wichita Rogie
William Allen White
Court House
Magical Moores
Baldwin
Old Settlers
Woy. Morgan
Errick
Spooner Library
Delock
U.S. Guyer
Congress
John Kinkle
Topeka
Ro’elock
Midland School
Judge Guyer
Thurman Jtall
Leagues of
Brackett School House
Brackett Pleasant
J. N. Johnson
A.J. Parnell
Carl D. Kelley
Frederick Gus
Wooy.morgan
Judes Sam Irwin
Esther O'Keefe
Tyne
Schoo Hnase
Wounds not serious for ex commander Mimer shot
Grand Rapids Oct 23 physicians predicted a speedy recovery for Colonel John G. Mimer former national commander of the American Legion and World War veteran after he was shot yesterday by Chedell Simpson. Emery said the infection sets in the wound will not prove serious. Mrs Simpson had filed for divorce and Emery, a real estate office employee, said he knew nothing of the family troubles. The incident followed Simpson’s attempt to learn if Mrs Simpson was present.
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Grand Rapids
Mich
John G. Mimer
American Legion
Sissterday
Chedell
Simpson
Emery
iTimery
Mrs. Simpson
Tenographer
Col. Emery
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Globe School
Bankers’ Association
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Chanute
Malone
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Cameron Hecka
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Af United Commersial Travels of
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Caver
School of Fine Arta
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Barnsdall Refining Co
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American Legion Will Recover
Sem Burris
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Jim Henderson
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