Kansas News Briefs From Topeka and Nearby Spots
Kansas briefs report appointments in navy yards and army depots, a murder convict sent to the penitentiary, a reform school attendant linked to a shooting, and oil discoveries near Chanute. Also noted are a Topeka widow's Manila connection, local politics in Lawrence, a Carnegie library gift postponement, gas company developments, a monster parade plan at Marson, and assorted crime, weather, and civic items across the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John C. Lowe
Inez Sune Day
Topeka
Elk City Gas and of Co
Tiny gold and silver miniatures captivate royal interest
A large display features 28 sets of hand crafted miniature articles from gold and silver, including a 220 piece locomotive, a 343 piece teleype, and a tea service within nut shells and fruit stones. Notably praised by King Edward and Queen Victoria, the collection showcases daily-use items reduced to minute form.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sandringham
Queen Victoria
Mibbad
Crete
Sibbald
Indy
Walter
Fragmentary Milwaukee Sentinel tale of a job seeking Irishman
A garbled Milwaukee Sentinel fragment recounts an Irishman out of work meeting a Lutheran farmer. The dialogue centers on names, schooling, and the German pupil count, suggesting prospects of employment tied to education, with unclear details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minenry
Conscience Fund Controversy Sparks National Debate
A long, fragmentary 19th century letter outlines tax and conscience fund donations during looming wartime. The writer speculates on private virtue and government reliance, noting rising contributions and public sentiment about repentance and national duty amid conflict.
Out in Prat Card Game Sparks Hotel Fire Alarm
A tale from Gentleman's Magazine describes a card party where a fire breaks out in the barn during play. A boy rushes in with the news, prompting quick questions about preparations and bids as players react to the blaze.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gentleman's Magazine
Prat
Defense of the Flirt in Mactililian Ruskin Tale
A damaged OCR fragment discusses social behavior and flirtation. It depicts a woman who uses charm to gain attention from many suitors while maintaining a façade of friendship. The piece argues the flirt is a lingering social art that exposes weakness in friendships and personal relationships.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruskin
Pilot House Mansion Afloat In Wreckage In Port Townsend
The fragmentary report describes a derelict dwelling built from wreckage fragments and driftwood on a ruined vessel near Port Townsend. Charlie, an old longshoreman, and a friend rebuilt part of the structure with a second hand stove, while Richard Holyoke and others observe the salvage showing a manned boat and a map of the Northwest wheat trade bound for Britain. The scene portrays a stranded, improvised home amid deteriorating conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard Holyoke
Kingda
Port Towanend
Charlie
Longahoreman
Boomerang for Boys and the Airflow Theory
A fragmented historical note discusses boomerang construction and aerodynamics. It hints at principles guiding throw and return behavior, mentioning heat and air flow, material tests, and expert marksman insight. The text reads as era commentary on developing techniques and the durability of boomerangs.
Indian Jackets and Their Patterned Ornaments
A Tol Indian aims to appear in costly jackets crafted from natural materials. The jackets feature emblematic elements and ornaments produced by skilled artisans, with motifs resembling abstract creatures. A Mercenary dealer sold relics to Bolivia, drawing interest from collectors worldwide.
Puzzle of Peg and Rope Secrets in Hidden Language
A fragmented description hints at a peg and rope puzzle with string and blocks forming a tree pattern. It mentions a teacher or guide and a porters role, suggesting a logical challenge using knots, cords, and joint patterns to reveal a hidden object or method.
Flowers Made by Frost in Crystalline Ice
During very cold weather a curious article describes how frost forms on surfaces creating crystal-like flowers. The piece blends poetic observation with scientific curiosity, noting delicate ice patterns that resemble blossoms on eaves and panes.
Frosted wingow scene inspires artist’s crystal copy
An ice window scene in a German setting recreates frost patterns like flowers and coral branches. Bizarre text fragments describe delicate crystals forming natural designs while a passerby contemplates a purchase and a distant royal omen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoowe
Germany
King Frost
Photographers Canopy Device Demonstrated in Studio
A described canopy system for photographers shows a movable frame and light excluding curtain that can be slid to shade or reveal a subject. The apparatus allows control of illumination by moving the canopy toward or away from the person being photographed, enabling partial or full exclusion of light as needed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mercenuy
Bolivia
No New Summer Drinks Stir Philadelphia Record
The Philadelphia Record hints there is little demand for new summer beverages this year as marketers push Florodors flies and other scents. It notes a wary line between alluring names and ordinary gin flavored options, focusing on a cautious approach to attracting youths without overhyping novelty drinks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Palladelphia
Pew Saniteet
An Expensive Joke About Senate Bald Heads
A fragmentary reminiscence notes Senator Stew art and Mr Stewart mocking a bald man. It recalls Tiannival Hamlin’s defeat in the senate race by one vote and hints at political maneuvering in the upper branch of the legislature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ainsles Maresine
New York
Warhington
Manctity
Laleed
Arden of Eath
Unitedt States
Conteteies Fund
Minele Sam
Stewart
Tiannival Hamlin
Senate
Matha
Enya
Bald
Hamil
Hamiin
United Tate Senate
Hamti
Fragmented report on Brown case and local incidents in Okishome
The article details Brown facing charges tied to the Johnson and Bet case in Okishome City. It mentions Calloway and Logamy, a dog bite, and Logomy’s death while Galloway remains in custody for murder. A separate suit seeks $20,010 for damages to property linked to Clackwell’s widow. It references a Lexington saloon gungh, a teacher whipping a student, and mint being cut to loco weed by Asher Altrulet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lexington
Sin
Hin
Asher Altrulet
Indian Territory Notes and Political Moves Highlight Ardmore Reunion
The report notes a Bristow U S court bill pushed by Mr. Pierce of Tennessee, Mellette’s nomination for the Western district, and a reunion call by Major General Coleman for Ardmore on July 22 23 94. It also mentions Darragh appointed marshal for the Northern district, Watts family gatherings at Muldrow, and local political contention surrounding noncitizen leagues and Tulia affairs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Pierce
Tennessee
United States
Bristow
R. D B. Coleman
Indian Territory
United Confederate Veterans
Han i
Ardmore
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Kansas
Robert Lewes
Garland
Puget Sound Navy Yard
Waahingtn
Albert Crispin
Lawrence
Quartermaster’s Department of the Army
Leavenworth
Andy Peterson
Carl Holt
Greentent
George Cordman
Nemaha County
Lawreate
Andrew Carnegie
Striet
Chanute
Harker OU Company
Geesand Waa
Harker Ol Company
Manta Annonnes
Mra . E. Conant
CB Conant
Washburn Entlege
Manila
Philippines
Miss Tuckerman
Ming Tuckerman
R. RR. Vermillion
Stanley
Wichita
Wellington
Vermillion
Ed Croamer
Ann Avenue
Kansas City
Kas
Excolelor Springs
Frank Johnson
Armoura Packing House
Marsoan
Parsons Lodge
U. W
America
Parva Lodge
Webb McNall
le Aupreme
Canada
Parsons Park
Webu McNall
Loudon
Edwin M. Rogers
Emorin
Cheyenne River Indian School
Boat Dakota
M. N. Gardner
Greenteat
State Board of Health
A. J. Morton
Quartermaster’s Department
TL. N. Gaines
Topeka Advocate
Populiet Etate Committee
John Curran
Mr. Church
Thpeln
Kansas State Undertakers
Ascor Plation Law
James W. Sexton
le M. Peawell
Rarah B. Greenfield
Hiawatha
State Home of Health
Prevent
J. A. Bryant
Banta Fe
Humboldt Park
Emporia
Grilies
Neoden
Dryant
Geimes
Eva Crahan
Lake Cash
Atel
Prine
Qumes
Mies Crahan
Inty
John Higeios
Denver
B.A. Winters
James A. Death
Mine Rickard
Maryville
Hine Rapids
Maryaville
Wintren
William Geiser
Peru
Interstate Gas and Ol Company
Hy M. Powell
A.A. Sathey
Taylorsville
Powell
Gelwer
Geiser
Gan
Bedan
Supreme Court
Ira M.terrell
Oklahoma
Lansing
Ho Vleima
Supreme
Jowett
Terrell
Bang
Edward Hemaley, Jr
Salt Lake City
Utah
Cole Younger
G. A. Tr
Minnesota
Brother
James
Onel Jamon Mitchell
Arkansas Democrat
Little Hock
Funston Oight
Chicago Post
Noat
Bowik
Helene
Joe” Leiter
Death's
Araisans Ag
Pat
Milwaukee
Bentinel
OUR Conscience Fund
Soen
Pilot House
ANG
Brown
Ie Hider Johnsom
Betet
Okishome City
John
Watomin County
Calloway
Logamy
Logum
Galloway
Logan
Ronn Dinckwell
Clackwell
A. J. Hleeit
Bolomom
Roma Brnckwell
Board of Education
Misa Kila Wyle
William M. Mellette
Roosevelt
Territory
Norteera
W. TL Darragh
Vinita
Messrs. Tomilnson Michter
Watts
Muldrow
Washington
Tave
Tulsa
Fricco
Son
Gage Drough
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