Fight on Hitchcock Sparks East Coast Merchants Unite
New York merchants launch an aggressive campaign against Eben Allen Hitchcock secretary of the interior over moving Indian government supply contracts away from New York to Chicago. Secretaries Gardner and local trade groups urge protests, citing bias toward Chicago and risk of local influence on inspectors.
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New York
Eben Allen Hitchcock
St. Louia
Seccetary of the Interior
Gardner
New England Shoe and Leather Association
Newark
Ernest Seward
Manhattan Sarpy Company
Beers
Hitchcock
Chicago
Trere
Gurdrer
St Louis
St. Lavin
Uhr Interior
Commercial Club
S T. Louis
Aw York
Full-Blood Pawnee Scout Seeks Philippine Duty
Te-He-Pe-Kus known as Thomas Emmons a full-blooded Pawnee and former U S Army scout who served with the battalion of scouts in the 1860s visited the White House twice seeking a role as a scout in the Philippines He has historical ties to General Custer and expressed a desire to become president, stating the Indians would choose him.
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Washington
White House
Te-He-Pe-Kus
Thomas Emmons
Indias
Trewater
Philippines
Automobiles to Replace Cabs in Chicago Plans
Articles of incorporation filed in Chicago aim to operate from 100 to 200 automobiles. The company, capitalized at 2,000,000 dollars, will be backed largely by Chicago men. Intercorporators include FL Brewster and Samerneall, general manager of Chicago Edison.
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Chicago
Allon Company Ie
FL. Brewster and
Samerneall
General
Chicago Edison Company
New Great South American Kidney Cure Promises Quick Relief
Distressing kidney and bladder disease relieved in six hours by a new remedy offered by Geo. W. Stansfield of 632 Kansas Avenue Topeka Kansas and its druggists. Claim mentions rapid removal of water retention and immediate improvement for both men and women.
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Geo. W. Stansfield
Kansas Avenue
Kansas
Topeka
Kan
Widow Marries Again After Dream From Deceased Husband
Mrs Angeline Compton of Middletown after six months widowhood wed II las H Case of Goshen. It is said a dream of her dead husband urged her to marry, warning of any ill treatment by a second husband. Case, a widower with children, was chosen and the marriage was celebrated.
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Mira Compton
Middletown
Angeline Compton
Iilas H. Case
Goshen
Fowler Compton
King of Siam Issues Strict Clothing Decree for All
London reports the King of Siam has issued a decree banning nudity for children and requiring clothing from knee to neck for those over 16. Palace entrants must wear socks. non compliance brings fines. Police judge dress standards. enforcement rising since January. Most arrests involve Chinese and Siamese, with some children using silver medals to imply family wealth.
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London
Siam
Fanekok
Hankkel
Golden Rule Mayor Denounces Franchise Grabs in Toledo
Toledo mayor Jones urges public ownership of utilities and fair play in an April statement. He condemns municipal franchise contracts, claims the people favor equal opportunity and public control, and warns against party-line politics over principle. The speech frames a broader battle over ownership and reform in city governance.
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Toledo
Jones
Lele
Sean Presse
Ant Lessor
Hiss
Slow Fast Mail Proposal Affects Southwest Rail Service
In a Wichita article the slow mail train from Kansas City to Newton is proposed to hold for faster westbound services. The plan would shift the Wabash eastern mail to Wichita, advance Oklahoma schedules, and affect connections at Newton and Kanes City. The change aims to relieve postal clerks and align with federal expectations, but faces opposition from Webite and Guthomne residents who fear delays.
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Kanes City
Newton
Wichita
Kanes
Alore
Santa Fe
Kafaas City
Oklahoma
Rea IL
Bo'clock Am
Viber Paints
Oklaho
Nlehs Fur
Webite
Gktehomne
Walked Back East A Family of Five Traveled 1400 Miles On Foot
Washington reports a Kansas family of five reached Anacosta Maryland after marching from Clay Center starting last November. Charles Roberts 63, his wife Sarah 63, children John and Thomas 11, and Ianah 12 carried packs with cooking gear bedding and clothing. They claim about 500 miles by foot so far and an estimated 1400 miles if the route holds. They planned rail return to Odenton but delays at St Louis forced continued travel on foot.
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Washington
Ot Yo Werry
Anacosta
Difentos
Anne Arundel County
Clay Center
Clay County
Kun
Hey
Charles Roberts
Sarah
John
Thomas
Ianah
Roberts
Pauling
Kansas
Odenton
St Louis
Moberis
Funeral Stop Reorders After Saloon Duel Death
In Birmingham Alabama April the funeral of Ira Gogganes, killed in a saloon duel with Cahoon Cahoon, is halted at Oak Hill cemetery by Colonel Fr. G. A postmortem demand sends the body back to the city. Family and friends resist. hearse returns to undertaker shop amid mixed opinions on the fatal wound.
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Birmingham
Ala
Ira Gogsans
Cudson
Oak Hii
Fr. G
Cahoon
Gogeane
Koon
Mur
Prof Roach Wins Salina Mayoral Victory in Salina
In Salina April 5 the temperance and educational factions secured victory in city elections with Prof T W Roach elected mayor by 125 votes over Wm R Kaffer. Roach, Kansas Wesleyan Business College superintendent, founded the institution seven years ago and rose to prominence in Kansas educational circles. He was born in Ohio and graduated from Mount Union College.
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Salina
Public Schools and Colleges and Temperance
Uiquar
T. W. Roach
Kansas Wesleyan Business College
Wm. R. Kaffer
Roach
Mississippi
Kansas
Selina
Ohio
Mount Union College
Marys- Ville
Cloud County
Denison
Tex
Natonal Business College
United States
Texas
Kansas Wesleyan University
Sana
S.tudents
Enna Atre
Versatile Crime Tale Blocks and a School Chronicle
In the report a murder inquiry and a crowd at the grave unfold with a duel and a card game dispute, while a separate profile highlights Prof Roach and the Kansas Wesleyan Business College. The piece outlines Roach’s reform efforts and the college’s growth, noting its influence on Salina’s education scene.
Kansas Wesleyan Builds Practical Business College Here
The Kansas Wesleyan Business College moves into a three story pressed brick block with ten large rooms across three floors. It offers real banks, real estate offices, a commercial exchange, and a transportation department to simulate genuine business. Students manage capital, form partnerships, and transact with peers nationwide under guided supervision for thorough practical training. Notable staff include Prof Roach, Prof E C Allen, and Prof L H Hausam. Alumni include multiple bookkeepers, stenographers, and salesmen across major firms and cities.
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Kansas Wesleyan University
Colere
Roach
College National Bank
Inter-Communication College
Natonal Bank of America
Dust News
Nome
East
Hoach
E. C. Allen
State
L. H. Hausam
Jate
Kansas State Penmen's Association
Kansas Wesleyan Business College
W. L. Groth
H. Steinbach & Co
Chicago
W. L. Thomas
Cahoes Business College
Amet
N. L
Eberhardt
Ine County
Kansas
Sierk
Esis
Louelia
Mystic Cures for Rheumatism and Neuralgia T
Mystic Cures for Rheumatism and Neuralgia claim rapid relief in 1 to 3 days with dramatic system-wide action. The ad pledges immediate disappearance of disease causes after a first dose and promotes swift benefits. Sold by Swift & Holliday in Topeka Kansas.
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Swift & Holliday
Drusgists
Eyenoe
Topeka
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