Republican delegates chosen in county conventions
In Montgomery Cowley and Wilson counties delegates to the state convention were instructed for Kirkpatrick for congress and for Stanley for governor with others specified. Chautauqua and nearby counties reported similar instructions. conflicts over nominees surfaced, and a war telegram pledging loyal support to the president was sent from Chautauqua.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montgomery County
Kirkpatrick
Cowley County
Stanley
Congress
J. A. Wilkin
Cowley
Wilson County
Chautauqua County
James T. Bradley
Sedan
Cuba
Kansas
Shot at Richards Sparks Sunday Tragedy Rumors
A Sunday afternoon shooting at Walt Richards resort on East Seventh Street sparked a chase by three men who fled to Monroe Street. Patrolman Jenkins found Richards with friends after the ball was fired, which struck the wall. Richards and witnesses dispute who fired the shot, claiming it occurred during a quarrel and that Richards may have been attacked as he tried to eject the men.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walt Richards
East Seventh Street
Seventt Street
Central National Bank
Monroe Street
Jenkins
Richards Place
Fred
Richards
Richarns
England demands Wei Hai Wei lease and Port Arthur terms
London reports a Telegraph dispatch stating England seeks Wei Hai Wei under the same terms as Port Arthur and adds a demand for the island off the Tsien Tang Kiang coast. Sir Claude McDonald is said to press for watchful rights and pre emptive access as China negotiates a lease for Wel Hatwell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Pekin
Daily Telegraph
England
Port Arthur
Wei-Wei
Claude McDonald
Rers
Tsien-Tang-Kiang
Na En? Ae
China
Wel- Hatwell
Mr Prescott gravely ill after sudden lung hemorrhage
Mr C J Prescott of Prescott & Co was stricken Saturday afternoon while bicycling. He pumped tires homeward, felt chest pain, then mouth filled with blood. Dr Powell summoned. prior grip illness may have triggered this hemorrhage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. J. Prescott
Prescott & Co
Mr. Prescott
Dr. Powell
Patriotism a Plea for Pardon by Convicts
The state board of pardons opened its second quarterly session in this city. Members will remain until applications are reviewed and recommendations sent to the governor. Some convicts seek pardon by claiming patriotism and a desire to carry arms for their country in case of war with Spain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Board of Pardons
Spain
Prudential Leaves Kansas Over Officer Salaries Policy
The Prudential Life Insurance Company notified the Kansas Insurance Department it would withdraw from the state after arranging its affairs. The move follows Commissioner McNall's demand that officer salaries be disclosed, a request the company did not meet. Edward Gray, the company's assistant secretary, visited McNall in Gaylord seeking an exception to rescind the salary disclosure order.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prudential Life Insurance Company
Kansas Insurance Department
Commissioner McNall
Kansas
Gaylord
McNall
Edward Gray
Prudential
War talk and calm in Europe as tensions rise
A Washington dispatch reports Minister Woodford will relay the president’s forthcoming message to Spain. Madrid, via London, notes Americans in the city read papers openly yet are treated courteously. France, Germany and Russia are moving heaven and earth to prevent war, though markets show unease at the eve of conflict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Germany
Russia
Heaven
London
Madrid
Secretary Long Hints Peace May Yet Be Possible
Washington Tribune reports John D. Long secretary of the Navy, still believes a peaceable settlement with Spain could be found. He says the situation is critical but not inevitable and reasonable hopes exist for an satisfactory accord. Secretary of War Russell A. Alger adds that Congress should act promptly if needed, warning up to 1,000,000 men could be mobilized in two days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Tribune
Washington
John D. Long
Navy
United States
Spain
Rotary
Russell A. Alger
Congress
Armistice Hopes Rise in Madrid Over Cuba
Reports from Madrid suggest an armistice in Cuba may be proclaimed within two days. The pope sent a telegram urging Queen to grant a humanitarian armistice to ease Cuban suffering amid ongoing peace negotiations. Spanish authorities indicate one condition remains open for discussion with the Cubans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madrid
Cuba
Spain vows not to start war amid American tensions
Vienna dispatch reports Spain’s ambassador in London denying US ultimatums and pledging not to fire first. He warns war could devastate American commerce, while calling Spain a country of durable soldiers and predicting a bitter end if war arises.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Vienna
Daily Telegraph
Spain
Madrid Cirches
Task Mart
United States
Denmark Favors St Thomas Sale Blocked by US Plans
Washington April 4 It is understood the Danish government did not favor the proposed U S purchase of St Thomas Island for use as a coaling station, fearing a sale now would be unfriendly. Weather notes follow with porkansay forecasts and colder east portion tonight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spain
Denmark
St Thomas Island
Washington
Island of
St. Thomas
United States
Men and boys wool suits priced for sale values
An old newspaper fragment lists several suit prices including men s all wool Fast Color Black Clay Worsted at 7 50 to 12 50 for new models, youths long pant suits at 4 95, and boys vestee suits at 2 75.
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Cincinnati
Wok Doosan
Bisch
Douglass
Drew
Selby
Hutchinson Calls Mass Meeting for Republican Convention
Hutchinson Kansas April 4 aroused by criticisms from neighboring towns over Hutchinson's ability to host the state Republican convention A major citizen meeting is set for Wednesday night to coordinate preparations and ready the city for the event Lost time: Ottawa April 4 J B Youngberg reports losing about 100 in bills from a coat pocket after a room change He cannot recall where the money went and filed a police report Loss of tools Atchison April 4 L J Dumars carpenter near Euclid and Kansas avenues reports his shop was broken into and several tools valued around 15 were taken He obtained a warrant for Dr D T Longs son who allegedly took tools later returning some The judge cautioned he cannot preside as Long is a client and the case may not be pursued until the rest of the items are recovered
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hutchinson
Kansas
Ottawa
J. B. Youngberg
L. J. Dumars
Keith
Euclid and
Kangas Avenues
Atchison
D. T. Long
Lone
Kansas Avenues
Local notices and police actions at Topeka health club meet
The Ralston Health club convoked Tuesday evening at the W C A rooms on Kansas avenue. A hallelujah service at Reform School pleased the audience. A bee hive on West Fifth street bears a warning painted in black: hut sit on this bee hive. Nancy Green, a North Topeka resident, paid a $1 fine in police court for letting chickens roam and scratching a neighbor’s garden. John McCarman, a man found in Union Pacific yards, was fined $10 for trespassing on railroad property. A Santa Fe box car near Santa Fe junction caught fire, suspected arson by a tramp, with end burned out. Rain totals: Sunday 1 inch. Sunday night heavier rain 0.70 inches. Friday morning 0.25 inches. total for first four days of April 1.34 inches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralston Health Club
Kansas Avenue
Salvation Army
North Topeka
Hendricks
Union Pacific
John McCarman
Santa Fe
Bannaker Club Formed to Back Charlie Curtie for Congress
The Bannaker club, a local organization of colored Republicans, moves to aid in renomination of Charlie Curtis for congress and appoints a committee to look after Mr interests among local colored people. George W. mut and W. W. BE Stewart named among organizers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bannaker Club
Charlie Curtie
Charlie Curtis
Congress
Geo. W
BE Stewart
Colored candidates and slate push in Leavenworth clubs
Fred Roundtree H L Monroe Fred Stonestreet and John M Wricht support nominating W B Townsend of Leavenworth as the Republican state auditor candidate. Townsend is the only colored man seeking a state ticket. Local colored clubs form for voter backing, while Ban faker club denies being fund-raising.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Roundtree
H. L Monroe
Fred Stonestreet
John M. Wricht
W. B. Townsend
Leavenworth
Townsend
Banfaker Club
Kansas Dinner Party Receives Washington Politicians
El Dorado report from April 4 to 7 describes a dinner hosted by Col. Thomas Ryan at Kenesaw Place for Kansas leaders. Attendees include Rep. Broderick, Cyrus Leland, Sen. Lucien Baker, T. B. Murdoch, Isaac Lambert, Joseph Bristow, C. J. Brown, and others. The event lasted from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. with decorations of American Beauties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican National Committee
Lucien Baker
T. B. Murdock
Isaac Lambert
United States
Kansas
Joseph Bristow
C. J. Brown
Kansas Supreme Court
BB. Cushman
Curtis
Siti Bing At
Su Arether Havin
Topeka Club Plans April 15 Party at Bandaptes House
The Topeka club announces a large party signaling a return of good times and prosperity. It will be held April 15 at the Bandaptes city house located at the northeast corner of Sixth and Harrison streets.
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Tnd
Esye
Topeka
Bandaptes
Somer
Sixth
Harrison Stree
Topeke
Elaborate social function planned for two years
An upcoming elaborate party is described with emphasis on lavish arrangements and significant expense. A club member notes costs between 400 and 3600, with an entertainment committee working to perfect the event and to ensure no panic or expense is spared. Distinguished guests are expected to attend.
Mail Por College Hill Substation Planned
Postmaster Jonm Guthrie of this city will begin erecting a College Hill substation for mall distribution. The one story building will be on land owned by Judge F G Rams near Fifteenth and Colles avenues and will house a branch post office for southwestern residents. Regular delivery will be expanded to serve nearby residences with stamps and money orders available at Station A and Station B in the North Topeka area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jonm Guthrie
Wi Goon
College HH
Salle
F. G. Rams
The
State Historical Society
Fifteenth
Colles Avenues
North Topeka
Ayert
Peoria Sf
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Newton
Emporia
Clay Center
Nainworth
Uni
Topeka Cash Dry Goods Co
J. Bailey
Brown County
Phil Campbell
S. S. Kirkpatrick
Pittstore
George E. Cole
Kansas City
Weill West Sixth Street
Woodford
the Tribune
Washington, D. C
Porkansay
Nichols Shoe
Nichols
Kemper and Paxtons
New Model Supply Store
Sixth and
Quincy
Millinery Department
Gyrus Leland
Senator Baker
Joe Bristow
Tom Ryan
Topeka Club
MAIL
Guthrie
Fifteenth and College Avenue
Mineral Warner
Pone Dinees
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