Rat's the matter with Wolff and his ward race
The Third ward race centers on Wolf the prohibitionist candidate facing serious charges framed as drinking habits and alleged police connections. An investigation by the Committees of Two Hundred exonerates him, while rival William Green is praised as a true law and order candidate.
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Wolf
Mr. Wolf
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Mr Wolf
Ike
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Wolf-McCollum
Wolfs
Polles
Beer
Law and Order
William Green
Actkromution
Friends of
Willan’ Green
Wolf Stpmartere
Tor Green
Joint
Ista and Gamblers
Mre_ McCarter
Dr. Stewart
Cowsill
Ihe Wolf
Dorothy's Rabbit and the 1904 political talk in one page
A crowded column blends a rural reminiscence about Dorothy's rabbit and a rambled roundup of early 20th century politics. It references Senator Burton, Gen Bristow, elections, and the U S postal and railroad issues with scattered local color and commentary.
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Burton
Emperor William opens high school for police training
The Emperor William orders a high school to train police officials focusing on crime detection and criminal pursuit. He notes some are born generals yet many lack formal military education, urging support for natural leaders in police work.
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Sta
Chicxee
Chicago
United States
Germany
William
Ieery
Muir
Battefield
SS Gerblink
Abusive Attacks on Bristow From Gazette Opinions
The Emporia Gazette recounts Roosevelt defending Bristow amid Burton case attacks. It argues Bristow acted under orders to gather evidence, denies nepotism, and refutes claims about family posts or prior employment while stressing Bristow’s duty and the mission against Machen and Burton.
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Emporia Gazette
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Burton
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Theodore Roostvelt
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Congress
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Utah
Henry Allen
Postoffice Department
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Payne
Smith
Allen
Kinny
W. Machen
J. R. Burton
Hold Your Tongue From the Emporis Gazette
A column notes that anger and harsh speech can cause harm and recounts an incident where a “great big man” struck a boy after overhearing unkind remarks. The Gazette questions who is to blame, reflecting on temper and responsibility.
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Emporis Gazette
Sieur Te Gakette
Fragments on Courage and Civility in Town Discourse
The speaker laments foolish taunts between a boy and a man and urges restraint. It argues anger breeds hatred and harms the common good, urging everyone to speak kindly and work together to help the world rather than sow division.
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Mme
Dimssif
Tim
Honesty as the Globe’s civic duty message
The Atchison Globe urges self interest in honesty, arguing that honest living benefits individuals. It cites U.S. Senator J. R. Burton’s recent felony conviction and Hlalta investment ties, claiming deceit harms the thief and victim alike and that every tainted dollar from Burton’s deals taints his career.
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United States
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Burton
Hialta Investment Company
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Hlalta Company
Topeka Jotting Fractured Local Notes From Osage and Nearby
A Topeka father seeks a manless carriage for twins. Osage county reports 1 800 Mormon sheep stall fed. Ellsworth farmers count incubated eggs and sleet mishaps. Independence townsfolk scramble for ministers as rural phone lines spread. Downs braces for July 27 founding event while truancy tax cases rise. Alma residents plan a cattle dipping, poultry shipment ends with no profit. Osborne county lightning and bogus contracts raise alarms. The Alma Signal withholds verdict impact before Burton case ruling. Council race heats up in Topeka as nominations close.
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Ellsworth City
Ellsworth County
McPherson County
Alma
Brown County
Osborne County
Burton
Mar Nine
Dre. Byat Nelson
Wan Nelson
Pointed Paragraphs from the Chicago News Opinion Snippet
A garbled excerpt critiques gender dynamics and relationships with scattered aphorisms. It hints at onlookers judging men who cannot attract work, the hunger of lovers, and domestic roles, concluding with a cynical note on modern plots and overabundant books.
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Chicago News
Cook School Club Sparks Household Economics Debate
A neighborhood cook school session turns into a comic clash over household budgeting and dinner choices. A young matron defends frugal meals while the cooking professor objects, prompting jokes about groceries and double orders. The couple later seeks room and board ads as a new chapter begins.
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Frilla
Billy
Kory
Fragmented Globe Sights Opinion Snippets
A jumble of paraphrased musings and quips from a 20th century column touches on social norms, family life, manners, and reflections. It includes lines on avoiding hate, motherhood, youth, Lent, love, and middle age, and ends with a Quaker reflections exchange about education and advice.
California Farm Offers Cheap Prices in San Joaquin Valley
Advertisement-style copy touts good farms at low prices in the San Joaquin Valley. Mentions opportunities in California agriculture and wine production. Encourages exploring farm options and investments in the region.
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California
San Joaquin Valley
U. S
California Ticket Rates for March and April Schedule
Reading notes show ticket price of 25 dollars and travel guidance for March and April. The document mentions late midpoints and tourist sleep lodging, with a contact address for further information. It references T. L. King and a committee prior to a public event.
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T. L. King
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