Statehouse crumble barrels toward costly repairs
Notes from Topeka report Kansas must spend millions in coming decades to address a crumbling statehouse built with local Kansas stone. Deep strata stone proves weak, prompting warnings from State Architect Charles Chandler of needed heavy repairs within years. Infantile paralysis cases rise across counties with Shawnee leading. statewide totals show 83 cases and 23 deaths this year. Funeral crowds for James E. Hurley exceed church capacity, with thousands lining streets. Other items include Rev. Frank Loveland joining Topeka church and T P Menton pursuing child labor law cases.
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Topeka
Kansas
Kansas Store
Kansas Statehouse
Statehouse
Charles Chandler
The
State Board of Health
Corner in Ancestors William Anthony of Cologne and the American line
A genealogy tracing William Anthony of Cologne to the American Anthonys, origin in 1634 Rhode Island arrival, roles as mint and seals officer to English monarchs, possible Derick alias, connections to Virginia seals, and lineage through John Anthony and Frances Wardell, linking to painter Gilbert Stuart born 1755.
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William Anthony
Cologne
Germany
London
Edward VI
Anthonys
America
John
Rhode Island
William
Edward
Mary
Elizabeth
Derick Anthony
Virginia
Derick
Elizabeth Farley
John Anthony
Anettler
Hercules
Anthoiie
Portsmouth
Ife
Frances Wardell
Wardell
Susanna Albro
Frances
William Wardell
Samuel Gorton
Warwick
R. I
Gilbert Stuart
Anthonys of Virginia and Georgia in Loyal Lines and Lore
A lengthy retrospective traces the Anthony family from John Anthony and Elizabeth Clarke through MarkAnthony and Capt. Thomas Cooper to Gov Chandler, noting migrations from Virginia to Georgia, Mayflower ties, and centuries of marriage links. It also describes armorial symbols and emphasizes rugged character and notable descendants.
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Perthshire
Scotland
Elizabeth Anthony
Albro
Susan Hefferman Anthony
John Anthony
Rhode Island
Gilbert Stuart
Anthonys
South
England
Earl of Shaftsbury
Mark Anthony
Virginia
Georgia
Joseph
Elizabeth Clarke
Christopher Clarke
Isabella Hart
Clarkes
Said
Hanover
Henry
New Kent County
George
Wilkes County
Milton Anthony
Medical College
Augusta
Charles Anthony
Sarah Anthony
Capt
Thomas Cooper
Thomas
House of Burgesses
William Chandler
Gov. Chandler
Anthony
Antony
Antonie
Anthon
Anton
St. Antoine
Toigne
Normandy
Cornwall
Hampshire
Brewsters
Aldens
John
Goulds
Laphams
Hannah Lapham
Humphrey Anthony
Rends
Dumphrey
Ilannah
Mumphrey
Waltons
Marshalls
Ellingtons
Hoskins
Tates
Steels
Andersons
Halls
Southerds
Waddys
Winnefred
Judith
Nancy
Polly
Rachel
Penelope
Micajah
Bolling
Sir Charles Anthony
Algiers
Joseph Anthony
Lent in Pepys Diary on Fish Diet and Lent Rules
Pepys era debates whether Lent fish allowances should bend to economy. Diary notes a dispute over fish for Lent with Mr. Gauden insisting it covers losses from a navy bargain, while 1661 talk questions royal Lent strictness and ash prices affecting the poor.
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Pepys
Pancake Bell Civic Rite Echoes Through Ash Wednesday Eve
The Pancake Bell marks Shrove Tuesday in ancient English custom gathering communities to confess sins. The day also brings the pancake feast, giving the name pancake bell to the summons still used where the tradition endures.
Kansas Happenings Judge McNeill Resigns
Judge C A McNeill of the Eleventh district court resigns effective September 1. The district includes Cherokee county with Columbus and Galena hosting court alternately. McNeill served nearly five years and may be replaced by Gov. Stubbs appointing J J Bulger to fill the unexpired term ending January 1.
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McNeill
C. A. McNeill
Eleventh District Court
Cherokee County
Columbus
Galena
W. R. Glasse
J. J. Bulger
Stubbs
Hainois
Indiana
Geary County Finishes Wheat Threshing Season
Geary County completes threshing with a crop larger than expected. Machines kept busy as most wheat sold after threshing, some yielding up to 30 bushels per acre. Local mills contract for the entire yield and farmers haul wheat to town, with no immediate shipments out until flour is produced.
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Geary County
Tax assessor error forces Saline borrowing
A county tax assessor misvaluation causes Saline county and its city to borrow large sums to fund the coming year. One party’s possessions were listed at 648000 instead of 6580, triggering inflated state county and city levies. The error also impacts every school district in the county and will be borne by residents.
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S. Effooter
Saline County
Saline
Nearly Meets Death in Peculiar Fire Near Lawrence
W R Green a young farmer near Lawrence escaped a fatal blaze when kerosene oil overturned by a stove ignited during hog dip making. He jumped into a water tank to save himself as the house and contents burned. his sister’s work and a nearby small dwelling were destroyed. no insurance covered the losses.
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W. R. Green
Lawrence
Green
Missouri River Baptist Meet Held in Lansing
Annual conference of the Missouri River Baptist association concluded at Lansing with strong attendance from ministers and lay members. Officers elected include Moderator Rev. A. J. Hoffett of Atchison and Clerk-Treasurer Roy E. York of Argentine. next year’s meeting slated for Kansas City Kansas.
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Kansas City
The
Missouri River Baptist Association
Lansing
Kan
A. J. Hoffett
Atchison
Roy E. York
Midland College Carnegie Library Project Begins
Work has begun on a Carnegie library for Midland College at Atchison. Carnegie contributed $15,000 toward the building with a further $5,000 from a bequest by the late Rev. J. G. Griffith, a Lutheran minister who died at Montoursville Pennsylvania.
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Midland College
Atchison
Carnegie
J. G. Griffith
Montoursville, Pa
Baby Rescued After Fall Into Gas City Well
The one year old child of Isaac Terrill fell into an old well in the Terrill yard at Gas City. The father jumped into the well after the child and held it above his head until a ladder was lowered to him.
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Isaac Terrill
Terrill
Gas City
Lodge to Entertain Six Lecture Numbers for Camp Benefit
The Marysville Woodmen camp has secured a six number lecture course to aid the camp. Purchased from the Redpath Lyceum bureau, the series runs in October and the latter part of March. It features Orioké Concert company Thomas Brown Fletcher Rodgers and Grilley Mrs Lake John LB Ratto and The Musical Four.
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Marysville Woodmen Camp
Redpath Lyceum Bureau
Jrloses
Orioké Concert Company
Thomas Brown Fletcher
Rodgers and Grilley
Mrs. Lake
John LB. Ratto
Musical Four
Family of Baseball Players in Mulvane Nine
Mulvane in Sumner County boasts a five member family baseball team led by farmer G Thompson and his eight sons. The youngest is nine. four Thompson boys play for Mulvane's first nine with one acting as pitcher.
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Mulvane
Sumner County
G. Thompson
Thompson
Clay Center Chautauqua Dates Set for Next Summer
The Clay Center chautauqua directors announce next year’s assembly will run from July 28 to August 6 in Clay Center.
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Clay Center
Chautauqua
Allen’s Antiseptic Powder Shoe Comfort Remedy
If you are a trifle sensitive about the size of your shoes many people wear smaller shoes by using Allen’s foot base the antiseptic powder to shake into the shoes. It cures tired swollen aching feet and gives rest and comfort. Dust the powder for breaking in penhoes. Sold everywhere. Sample sent free address Allen S. Uluisted Le ktuy New York.
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Allen
Sampla
Pei
Allen Ss
le Ktuy
N.Y
A Summer Resort Appeal Sparks Noah’s Plan
Noah disembarked and praised the mountains and seashore in a vivid description. He resolved to advertise the tour, framing a blended mountain and sea retreat as a new travel lure.
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Noah
Ierewith
Telling a Lie
Conversation between Mrs. Jollyboy and Mr. J ends with a joke about lying. Mr. J claims he was at his office to avoid being caught. Mrs. J sharpens the sting by saying she can tell a lie when she hears one.
When the Fish Exploded
A whimsical tale explains fish loving gasoline and bait worms soaked in fuel. Two fish supposedly exploded in a frying pan causing kitchen chaos including a shattered window mashed potatoes on the cook and a flying teakettle splattering stewed tomatoes and ceiling paint.
Lord Kinnaird Bids Boys Reflect On Samson
Lord Kinnaird visits a mission school in east London and tells pupils the Samson tale. He asks how to deal with an enemy, and a boy replies with a humorous line about using an "all restorer" to regain strength.
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Lord Kinnaird
East End
London
Samson
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James E. Hurley
Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railway Company
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Omaha
T. P. Menton
State Labor Commission
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Cloud
Fisheee Crawford
Decatur
Eanne Douglas
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Anaes Montgomery
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Shawnee
Wabaunsee
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W. B. Douglas
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Brockton
Masa
Post
Postum Cereal Co., Ltd
Battie Creek, Mich
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