Young Soldier Cyrus Taylor Attempted Suicide in 1900s
A Kansas era news item recounts Cyrus Taylor a young soldier who fought in Cuba and Manila despondent over love and social failures, attempting suicide with morphine. The report ties his case to a romantic tragedy involving a Tanner daughter, a fatherly refusal, and a fatal outcome for multiple parties, noting subsequent trials and moral reflections from church leaders and local figures.
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Fiuehilinn
Cyrila ‘Taylor
Iola
Nis
Ceri
Vane
Cyrus Taylor
Lara Dave
Cyrus
Chickamauga
Tila
Chile
President names R. Neneet Silo for civil service post
The president named R. Neneet Silo to a civil service position with duties in New York City, California, and other locations during March and April, with related travel and allowances. The notice mentions travel by sea and lists associated costs and arrangements, including care and tourism details.
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Washington
Thay Gentile
Ae R. Neneet
Satan Aloes
Wanda Cin City
Min
Long Speaks On Cuba Reciprocity In Senate Debate
April 11 report on Congressman Long urging Cuban reciprocity as essential to finish wartime work, arguing it would not harm U S industry and would boost sugar markets, while opponents pressed charges of tariff risk and altered prices. senate agenda includes river crossing bridge, naval device use, and attorney fee payment.
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Warrington
le Pensum
Tous
Eeppeeker
Teltowltig
Atlington Cemetery
Washleton
Gen
Flaseerarn
Hewluentad
Ate
Groevenar
Ofr Heenier
Atr
Talvete
Me Clarke
Cldytoh
Abu
Dillyeas
Mimkes Loud
Smith
Swanson
Comentiee
Lonn
Ren. Kan
Mit
Tate
Michigan
Chester - Long
Nebraska
Colerain
Denver
Leyiried Awa
Euyer
Sugar Trust
Potredan Ton T
Cubs
Te Enie
Baie
Tsi
Cuba
United States
Ald Culay
Lone
Guba
Cial
Congress
Spain
Dir Prince
III
Hepherni
Needham
Teat
Cal
Ua Sealth
Tillis
Wederat
Mlasquil
Oncoma
Lyeisan County
Soully
Senate
T K. Parker
Arkansas Prepares Contested Vote Amid Political Rhetoric
In the Western district of Arkansas, Mr Hoar reports adversity but vows support for the plan. Debates center on a proposed method for a senatorial election by peculiar vote, amid questions about constitutional interpretation and the influence of corporate interests.
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Arkansea
Hoar
Depew
Senate
Talmage Dying in Washington After Long Illness
President Talmage the renowned Presbyterian divine nears death in Washington after weeks of ill health and abdominal symptoms. Doctors report his condition deteriorating despite treatment with a bulletin noting he has grown steadily worse. He recently recognized a letter from his daughter Maud before the wedding and spoke only a final restrained farewell.
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Washington
G. Lloyd Mageader
W. Richardson
Talmage
Mexico
Maud
New Telephone Office Plans Emerge In City
Jeanson and Missouri Telephone Co have bought a lot between Jackson and Van Buren to erect a new two story building this summer. The site changed to allow a rear alley and access, with utilities and battery room on the ground floor. Barriman Reelected President of Southern Pacific, New York hands reappointment by board.
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Jeanson and Missouri Telephone Company
Jackson
van Buren
Jorsthan ‘Thomas Lumber Company
Bixth
van Hiram
Ceral Energy and Battery Room
Barriman
New York
Local Police Mention Leads To Confusing Note
Fragmentary local item mentions Maser Parker, 3218 North Police Street, and Mr Nash handling an unspecified task for a regular salary. Henry Aye, long associated with Topeka police, is noted amid unclear phrases about Thursday and others, with several garbled terms following.
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Maser Parker
North Police Street
Wreighenaster
Orthate
Nash
Henry Aye
Topeka
Nity Merle
Jeffries' Manager Hints Bob Sneaked Out
The Jeffries camp hints that Bob fled from a planned session, signaling a possible disagreement over training or responsibilities. Team insiders note tension surrounding the absence as fans await clarification from officials or coaches.
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Jeffries
Bob
Lanky Cornishman Offers Six-Heavyweight Challenge in London
The New York report details Bob Fitzsimmons proposing to fight six white heavyweights in six nights in London during coronation week, ending with a world heavyweight title bout. James Jeffries manager Delaney says Fitzsimmons’ plan is unlikely and warns against importing sensational boxing to California.
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New York
Bob Pitzsintor
Jin Jeffries
Ls Couns
England
Fitz
Dr. Ordway
London
Ef Nmaebing
Hettison
Advancime
Ely
Hob
Kid McCoy
Bayceates
Aren
Washburn Triumphs Over Emporia in Close Baseball Tilt
Washburn takes a 9 to 7 victory over Emporia in a tight Thursday baseball opener at Topeka. Key moments included a standout one-handed bat trick by Short and a similar display by Coldren, with Short collecting three two-base hits and Randolph contributing while Emporia’s Randy and Gabriel shared pitching duties. The day drew a large crowd as the Thames of Washburn faced Presbyterian Ice of Emporia.
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Washburn
Empors
Emporia
Kea
Weakonders
Thames
Washburn Ae
Topeka
Presbyterian Ice
Short
Coldten
Randolph
Rotire
Infiniew
Rae
Randalph
Gabriel
Washbure
Coldren
Mehl
Murderer Carries Tales Of Hatchet Killing In Detroit
In Detroit April 11 Mul ler, self confessed killer of Carrie Jennett, recounts meeting her at Warren Avenue and Fourteenth Street. He explains the motive, the hatchet sighting, and his plan to resolve the trouble before a meeting, while detailing his emotions and timing of the crime. Cabinet meeting summoned in London amid Boer peace talks and Kitchener dispatches.
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Carrie Jennett
Detroit
Muller
Miss Jennett
Warren Aventis
Fourteenth Street
Garland
Poe
London
Norrow
Lord Kitchener
Brutrick
Kitchener
Stanley at the Head of United reciprocity League
Chicago April 1 report on W Branlys governor of Kireur leading a push for a reciprocity league to promote reciprocal trade with foreign nations. The plan seeks Senate approval of treaties and broader trade ties while outlining a convention, officers, and participating regional figures in Des Moines, New York, and Chicago.
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Chicago
United States
A.B. Huby
Toneks
Chicaco
Curver
B. Holtesn
Haterthee Katt HA
Teazue
Chica
Seetilaa
Bern
Rive
Ieee
Aimenicen
Cuymaniciee
Chinsien Ey
New York
Duevidk
Mona Ilauier
Resigned at Lajonta Shop Foreman White
Topeka learns of White's resignation as shop foreman at Lajonta. News: he left amid word of a regular dividend on preferred stock and an advisory rate on common stock. the dividend was drawn from surplus. Ralph Squires praises Manitoba and winter resort City Ticket. Union Pacific RR. 5 Banas Ave.
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White
Topeka
Chicago
Teatevisie
Ralirosidene
City Ticket
Omics
Union Pacific RR
Banas Ave
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Mitts Dry Goods Store
Esre
Mills Dry Goods
Kansas News
Cyras Taylor
Manila
Alowteer
Morherson Fester
Granville Lowber
Ufipal
Einwen
Nme Cy. Itr
Wuleeck
Warren
Kankas
Oir
Arcordice
Wesley
Doe Keknet
Moltiess
Broider Tein
Vielen
Salina
Josephine Max
Mentor
Selina
Senate Committee On Commerce
Amnopriatior
Emilider
Joseph H. Harris
Kansas City
Seaionce
California
Ccastonrita
Long Speaks
Kansas
Republican Party
Bostonian
Erica
Lobdell
Eile
Sixth and van Buren
Sporting News
Delaney
Oakland
William Delaney
James Jeffries
Fitzsimmons
Charleston
Tingiend
OW. OH. Heer
Corvemita
Loura Marhart
Atchison
Fret Autey
Concorili
Eerl Myers
Concordia
Cdncondin
Othor
Phane
Gadeer
Orneby
Bis Lecampte
Tsh
Gilbert Hodges
Arnold
Eawror
Carrell
Badger
Gilbert
Crosby
Cathout
Weir City
Kaus
Straght Cunniingham
St. Joe
St Toe
St. Josep
Griskey
MecKibben
Maupin
Henen Hobs
Tye
Patterson
Hartman
Tom Daly
Tnninigh
REE Chicago
St. Syceph
Billerien Bee
Patterson, Garvin and Sullivan
St. Joseph
Amcfadden, Maupin and Garvin
St. Louis
Louisville
George Tebean
Jeacuers
Toulvtle
American Association
St. Louis A Henal
St Louis
Louteville
Jlatterlow
Thia City
Missouri & Konsan Tele. Co
Phone 999
Stanley
National Reviprocity League
Lajonta
Ralph Squires
Manitobas & Winter Resort
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