Resurrection Day rite at Lawrence draws curious crowd
A chaotic 19th century Kansas item describes a Queer performance near a monument to Christ at Lawrence. It notes improvised ceremonies, a controversial beacon pole and a parade of onlookers amid religious imagery and public display. Names and specifics are garbled but the scene centers on Camp Ben Hirdson and local Lawrence figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ben Hervices
Holley
Dreesn
Curaenon
Genere
Camere Tees
Brill
Lawrieies
Bersitt
Benar
Irregular Industrial and Agricultural Notes Across Pittsburgh Area
The item blends fragmented OCR from a 19th or early 20th century issue detailing church matters, coal and railroad references, irrigation and potato farming plans around Osborns, with mentions of numerous companies and a shift toward industrial activity. It notes potential production scales, regional projects, and speculative economic conditions shaping local labor and markets.
Populists Appoint Nurses for Smallpox Quarantine Work
Leavenworth health board assigns Adelph Beton and Frank Willhines as special duty nurses to oversee quarantined patients fumigation and disinfection of buildings and dwellings. They begin under Special Superintendent McRae’s direction as the city expands sanitary efforts amid a populist influence. Willers is described as a notable member of the A. P. A. and a sanitary officer with prior experience.
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Leavenworth
Adelph Beton
Frank
Suiatpes
McRae
Pelle Conmlesioners
Teten Weil Wrebwlly
Wraik Willers
A. PA
Belen
Unprovoked Murder at a Saloon Follows Late Night
The report outlines a fatal shooting in a saloon during a late night encounter. Turner, a retiring employee, was killed after an exchange with a man described as "rushing the weasel." Police and witnesses recount the events, including remarks from bystanders and threats preceding the shot. The case proceeds to court as witnesses testify on the manner of the wound and whether a safety mechanism was involved.
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Tincthn City
Aye Pirsh
Hynes Turner
Muptiarnin
Turner
Santa Fe Hospital Association
Nee
Blinky
Oa Ahidac Raph
Princeton Sweaters and Rough Seas Mark Boston Trip
On the ocean the Princeton team trained daily in sweaters while the Boston squad was lax and did little work. A two day stretch of rough weather hampered travel as Fulda arrived from New York. crews dealt with seas and fatigue amid transit and mixed practice reports from Bow and Harvard affiliates.
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Towson
Apri
Tye
A. ‘Tyler
Tininersky
Fulda
New York
Hele
Cordar
Sy Wales
sAntion
Everletge Belmin Tae
Cyex
Pastenevra
T. ¥. Curtis
Eterna
Harte
Tyjer
Gibraltar
Naples
Mann
Garrett
Garrett Mnd Grahor
Tmunke
Clarke
Hostuty
Arthur Ethie
Conve
Harvard
Missouri Ball League Organized in Sedalia Meeting
Officials from Sedalia and surrounding areas organized a Missouri Ball League with four clubs. Directors met to set entry fees, dates, and schedules, planning openings in April and close by September, with teams including Sedalia, Webb City, and Leavenworth arranging events and governance for the new league.
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Apii
Bavelall Feacue Directore
Triiwha
Kes
Sprite
Fireviciehd
Sede Us
Sedalia
Kilpatrick Kilpatrick Race Leads European Cycle Trials
New York rider Kilpatrick plans two peculiar races with visits from Europe. April meetings, wind conditions, and competing riders from Kilpatrick side and others are noted. Hamburg and nearby cities mentioned as venues with exhibitions and possible international participation.
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Sitates—Kulpatrick
Europe
New York
Apt
John
Jenne
Kingland
Kilpatrick
Mystic Brotherhood backs Murdock for governor at Wichita gathering
The Mystic Brotherhood openly backs Archibald Murdock as a candidate for governor. Reports from Wichita indicate strong backing before the convention with members swearing to support a nominee agreed upon by the order. Senator Murdock, seen in Topeka and Elboro, is described as the favored choice though exact strength remains unclear.
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Mystic Brotherhood
Eagle
Wichita
Maest Murdock
Archiea
Col. Aturdock
Tecome
Melegavekt
Lara
Ts Snd
Hathin
Wickita
Severn
Naprers
Murdock
Elboraidy
Topeka
Horrible accident claims McRoberts family near Laurent Street
A wreck at the West Laurent Street crossing near Topeka Avenue halted traffic as a car struck a wagon. Mr and Mrs John McRoberts died. their seven year old daughter Sarah survived with severe injuries, and the couple’s other child was uninjured. An inquest and coroner's hearing followed, with layers and witnesses detailing the tragedy and its immediate aftermath.
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John McRoberts
Laurent Etrest
Worth Topeka
Tooktatand
Welock
Bir
John Mettoferth
Sarah
Fesh
AM Thie
Peraima
MeRoberte
Bekken
Toole
Antene
Miriam
Carrie
New
Corder Westert
Inquest
Laveyer
Jon
G. Waters
Rotteland Bye Corporation
Chaniel
Atco Erie
Hebl
Eigeh
Topeka Avenue
Mo Aleit Consett
Grasnet
Measles Break Out Amid Town Fever Panic
A measles outbreak follows smallpox fears as health officials test cases. John Schtver dies after exposure while authorities inspect fourteen residences including Mrs Evin Whit and Buchanan sites. Officials isolate homes and monitor thirty three geez as nurses guard against further spread.
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John Schctver
Buchanan
Rand
Ely
Jemae
Neesh
Dunlap Denied Salary for Time in Europe by Auditor
State Auditor Cole refuses to audit the work of Dustoy, a professor at the Stage university, who received 1688 for travel and European time while teaching. The action questions the university payroll and raises concerns over how paid leave and salary were handled.
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Europe
Cole
Audi Cole
Cole Eny
Kansas aims to fund Topeka post office and other buildings
Washington dispatch notes Kansas lawmakers pushing major appropriations including a $150,000 Topeka post office project and a $256,000 public building grant in Kansas. Efforts hinge on general appropriation bills and committee actions with support from Representatives Miller and Curtis, amid broader calls to curb waste and reform the nation’s finances.
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Leavenworth
April
Iehartes
la Lovie
Fifth
Delware
Prom Gur
Washington
Kansas
Congress
Topeka
Montha
Kanswe
Wits
Hansas
Elvil
Fort Leavenworth
Cuthhead
Fort Riley
Fry Hills
Hays City
Rstk
Peabody
Whitterer of
Botnge
Leaver Wyreth
Conquestmas Kraderlek
Bree Rith
Senator Peffer Airs Heavily With World Reader Request
Senator Peffer answers a New York World inquiry in a brief, epigrammatic message critiquing present evils. He denounces monopoly and financial control, urges government intervention, cites mass-produced wealth and wage stagnation, and highlights the impact on farmers, workers, and prices. He warns of monopolies in mines, forests, and transportation.
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Peffer
New York World
Weekington Arena
The
York World
Apeure
Mister
New York
Waehticton
Santer
Mansarvel
Pio Titman
Alyety
Camites
Breall
Srekt
Arkansas Bill On Protecting Quirtain Persona From Gor Bpaciyl Cerroepandeut
A debated Arkansas measure, championed by Senator Peffer and supported by Senator Potter, seeks to shield certain individuals from government persecution. The proposal, tied to land rights and federal funding concerns, involves borrowing funds from federal sources and faces opposition over constitutional grounds and state sovereignty. The text references battles over residency states and potential federal influence on state proceedings.
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Peffer
Qurtain
Gor Bpaciyl
Potter Des Gere
ArkeneUy
United States
Stormas Milly
Arkenisias
Caplet
United ‘States
Branton
Senate
Aricuiiane
Indorsing Gov Smith Petition From Beavenworth Officials
An indorsement petition from Beavenworth prominent names supports Gov Smith. Washington dispatch notes endorsement by figures including Gen W Hi Pranitiin monies and A.J Tullo along with various associates. The document lists signatories and portrays strong local backing for the governor.
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Beavenworth
Finn
Washington
Cunstemoen
Inifeba
Phenethoel Hognes
Leccvenweorth
E. Corral
A.J Tullo
Row Sue
BO Taylor
James A. Modirit
W. Polest
Gen
Frankiin Iand
Goy
Re Elect Me Davidson Campaign Fragment
A heavily garbled passage cites a candidate named Davidson in a reelection bid. References to campaign actions, endorsements, and expense notes appear intertwined with unclear names and places, suggesting a political notice or candidate profile from a local newspaper. The text is largely unreadable, but signals an active campaign seeking support and detailing policy-related themes.
Memeseek Excursions and Market News Summary
Fragmentary OCR notes describe Memeseek excursions and a market update. Mentions dates in April, ticketing, and a city, with scattered commodity and grade details. Contains garbled place names and likely references to wheat corn rye and bread grades amid unclear full context.
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Tiguber
Lotle Sop Church
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Syndiisie
Pittsburg
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Eis
Pitsbure & Hawa
Cowl Co
Fuline Coal
Aivestitore
Osborns
Cuhotre
Bachman
Amrit Tienes
Henry Turner
Janes Pash
Port Riley
Winchester
Winchester Creamery Company
Kate Murmotete
la Depty Werf
Expect Tomes
Newton
Leays Town
Scott
Sisters OF Ursiline
Ketablah
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Loretta
Oregon
Bane
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Ott & Brides
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George Muller
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Murne
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Sedan
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Davy
Wilke
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Marion
Menstos
Deavenworth
Titel
Tupeuay
Nealth
Cetrenwid Palle
Pavidiers of
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Ange
Hoeni
Hess
Taythan
Cherisy Hardware Co
Athens
Princeton
Boston
Daring Hogue
Florka House
Cleveland
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Narmabl Warren
Oméers
Susy
Efellow
Louisville
Wheslmen
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Oregon Wats Uabry
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Great Fend
George Lojoma
Urey
Bun Dexsoh
Canon City
Col
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Taune Courrier
Sterling Express
Dunlap
Washington News
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Aix
Arkansas
Indorsing
Davidson
Ter
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Momeseek Bes
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Thessewe
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Arkanes
Arkigha
Amd
Rowley
Santa Fe Tite
Torri
Kun
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Armenys
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Rork Island
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