Committee of Nine Plans Auditorium Trust for City
Commercial Club members reveal a plan to form an auditorium company with mayoral and club appointees selecting directors. A $1250 stock issue at $1 per share would fund construction and operation, with profits supporting the project and stockholders earning credits at openings and events. The club discusses funding, governance, and public sentiment among business leaders to advance the project.
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Patel
Tieats
Commercial Club
Sodlkortm
Muditorium Association
Uckees
Ark Mudituriun
Pian Ae Charen
Topeka
Ladward Wilder
Uecnt
Howe
Davie
Wildes
CP. Adana
Wilder
Aenin
Davis
Haws Fouar-Fuilin
Coanal
Kitlott
Rae
Welder
Godard
Netswanger
Mr. Elliott
Dili
T. Hows
Auditorium Association
Br. Kuehne
Air
Gndard
Air FF
Crosby
Bera
General Jerry Simpson Leads Populists in House
April 5 Populist members in the House take a lead aiming to force Republicans to keep a quorum in the city. Without a quorum changes may be needed, as Democrats’ support is uncertain and Populists push for an effective minority. Speaker Teed urges Republicans not to leave.
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Washington
Fox
Mary
Uridine
Singpron
Singpron Asserts That He Expects Erough Deomweerats
McKintey
Welciti
Colorado
Paine
Congress
Ativer
Cycle Cars A Success In Manhattan Elevated Test Run
The Manhattan Elevated inaugurated a new cycle cars experiment on April 16 with five time car sled bicycles mounted in cars. Riders sat opposite wheels observing traffic as 30 officials and passengers rode from Hector Street station and stopped at 609. Trains operated from 7 AM to 4:30 PM, with wheels quickly parked at stations and loaded into cars. Next Sunday two more cars will join the morning run, extending the schedule beyond today’s pace.
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Manhattan Elevated
New York
Caces
Gairty
Goosta
Lacerated by a tiger in the Indiana encounter
Susie Sloop of Keller stethonym corel miliden aged 14 was attacked by a sleeping tiger by a guided keeper in Perg Indiana. The tiger mauled her cheek neck and body as onlookers scrambled. A brave Drui restrained the animal with irons and she was rushed to physicians for lifesaving care. The injuries are serious but not fatal and she remains alive.
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Susie
Perg
Ind
Susie Sloop
Walter
Whisky manufacture bill era in debate in Iowa
The Iowa legislature debated a proposed amendment to the prohibitory law permitting whiskey production in limited counties. The measure faced back and forth, with amendments muddled in the Senate and House. The bill would allow manufacture under regulation, reversing a long standing prohibition pending further action.
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Senate
Dairy Company Fined in St Louis Court
The St Louis Dairy Company was found guilty in the United States district court of importing contract labor. It faces a penalty of $1,000. The case alleges that on May 13, 1892, the company contracted Edward D Nulls of Worcester England to come to St Louis and work in its service, with $100 advanced to cover his passage and expenses.
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St Louis
St. Louie Dairy Company
United Saintes District Court
Briave
Caer
Cesident
Worcester
England
St. Louis
Enwake
Belmont vows to press fight over Riley Grannan case
August Belmont, chairman of the Jockey Club, says the legal fight over Riley Grannan will continue. He backs the club’s stance and hints at court decisions guiding future West race meetings and the club’s duties to attend military-related duties.
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Belmont
Riley Grannan
New York
Eluty
Unemployed Employment Plan Promoted by Ridgley
Ridgley of Pop, Kansas, proposes a federal public works program similar to Coxey's plan. Local governments could issue 35 year non interest bonds payable to the United States Treasury to fund employment, backed by property values. The arrangement would supply Treasury notes in return.
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Awashington
Ridgiey
Pop
Kan
General Coxey
Onio
United States
United States Treasury
Geneve Park Reservoir to be built in Grant County
April 15 Geneva Park reservoir project described as a monumental undertaking. Dam over a quarter mile long, 219 feet high, creating a lake several miles long and up to a mile and a half wide. Elevation about 100 feet above the valley, near the Continental Divide. Lake to host trout and bass with small steamboats for tourists, but primary aims are water supply for arid plains and electric power for mines and mills. Located over 40 miles from Denver, the project could supply Denver with pure water at low cost. Electric power to Georgetown Breckenridge Monteauma Decatur St John and nearby camps may be transmitted, aiding future mining towns.
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Grant
Colo
Park County
Great Geneva Park
Rocky Jointein Countcy
Geneve
Plais
Terpidartibe
Ely
Denver
Georgetown
Breckine Eidge
Monteauma
Decatur
Jobu
Annapolis Cadet Appointment Sparks Color Line Debate
The article discusses Shattuck's appointment prospects for Bundy amid racial tensions at Annapolis. It notes expected disputes over his candidacy and argues the color line shapes cadet assignments and academy placement, with Cheatham of North Carolina cited on the subject.
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Annapolis Cadete
Bundy
Baltimere
Annapotte
Hart Hines
Olivers
Cheatham
Nort Céralin
Eungrens
Early Politics Mention Broderick Morcill and Ingalls for Office
In political circles Broderick of the First district is urged for the Republican gubernatorial nomination. If he declines Morrill might seek Congress from the First district and ex-Senator John James may also run. Much depends on Broderick’s reception to the scheme as he is viewed as a satisfactory congressman likely to be renominated if he wishes to serve.
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Broderick
Morcill
Ingalls
Proderick
Cometrtman
Morrill Yamy
Congress
John James Trate
World Notes on Monetary Policy and Paris Rumor
Disjointed dispatches report on McKinley era bimetallic policy and Democratic opposition, warning of record making for 1900. Included are snippets on Paris rumors about Princess de Chi, confirmation of Pliny Soper as U.S. attorney, and a sensational medical cure claim for rheumatism with testimonials from Midwestern residents.
Topeka Society Notes On Weddings And Visits
In Topeka society news Miss Nelle Eile and J L Covert wed at the bride’s mother’s home near Third and Quincy. Rev Long officiated with Miss Jordon and Miss Mabel Comet as attendants, Mr J A Bilis as best man. The couple plan a home at 14 Monroe street after June 1. Other items note whist clubs, music club programs, upcoming performances for orphans, and various visits by Topeka residents to Albuquerque, Leavenworth, and Kansas City.
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Nelle Eile
J. L. Covert
Cerher
Third
Quincy Atover
Jordon
Coush
Mabel Comet
J. A. Bilis
Long
Third Presbyterian Church
Covert
California
Monroe Street
Santa Fe Railroad
Augustan Daly
Grand Opera Howe
Daley JD. Davidson
Mish Jessen Smith
Nefiie Lincoln
Mind Matetin Leen
Mik Myrtle Wellaran
Meg Evans
Ora Lamurte
Helen Moon
Hiawathe
Sabetha
Wetherell's
Hall Y Mra
Hall
Albuquerque
J. J. Frey
Mies Marie Waters
Topeka
Kan
Frank Farnsworth
N. M
A. T
Antwerp
Hamilton
Topsika
Ken
Mexico City
Tushone
Howok
Hoeck
Tetlimitus
Kansas
Lewelling
Mir Hamilton
Hugh
Paul
Si Avenida
Madrid
Kelp House
Buxican Herald
Judes
Bower
Los Angeles
CW. Bower
A. Sohne
Uteeson
Macthia McDonald
Leavenworth
B.A. Daveharts
Clay Street
Teddy
Frances Main
B.J. Olivier
Wichita
Ita Smith
Kansas City
Lota Alcorn
G. C. Blythe
Moberly
Alo
Len Blythe
Blower House
C. W. Murphy
Chandler Street
Flora Elzabeth
James Jones
Dw. Hardt
Chisako
W. Vy, Galbreath
Dallas
Tex
Belle Hall
Myra Ven Houten
St. Joseph
Mew
Phill Mire
Valentine
A. A. Godeed
Godard
Tyler Street
C. 5. Baker
Wo M van Ness
J. Parker
Clira McCabe
Air
Charles T. McCabe
J. W. Kennedy
Chicago
Junction City
Grey Kennedy
Bliss
Alice Stailey
Prete
Mary Alice Mervill
Lawrence
J. W. Stailey
John, Stone
Atchison
John Gray
J. W. Colum
Turaday
Baltimore
Mermoriam
Tenhysor
Stanton
Easter Attire Edges Through Topeka News Beat
In Eldorado and Topeka streets, notes span from Attorney General Boyle visiting Eldorado to Easter preparations in Topeka. Reports include office moves, local events at Hamilton hall, plans for a ball, and civic notices about grounds, church services, and city officials.
Divorce suit filed by Gilbert Slusher against May Sivaher
Gilbert Slusher, a Santa Fe baggage yard employee, seeks divorce from May Sivaher, whom he wed in Missouri in 1855. Sivaher claims they parted over two years ago. Slusher cites only incompatibility as ground for divorce.
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j_BReties
Gilbert Slusher
Nan
Santa Fe
Bagwaxe
Ee Eife
May Sivaher
Sivaher
Minsowri
Sid Wat
Mim
Divorva
George Keck
Denver al
Urecking
Les Frit
Emmy
Amit
Sirikine Hie
Monroe
Washburn Chapel
Lsten
Vical Aid
Anna Daugherty
Ud Best
Hendaryn Arnold
Florence “Towss
Mieker
Quincy Street
Auld Perryman
Fieney Jordan
Solorad
Iistingt
Brownie Fuhes
Jordan
A. F. Weasen
Parkdale
Northwestern Faculty Curbs on Student Social Life
Northwestern University officials convened a delegation of fraternity and society leaders to discuss limiting social life. President Rogers urged cooperation to curb excessive gaiety, citing class absence. A plan proposed by Professor Fisk called for fewer parties, Friday or Saturday only, and a midnight curfew.
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Chicago
Lake Shore
Northwestern University
College of Iberal Arts
Rogers
Northwestern
Prospriota Marcy
Atwell
Finlc
Bornbrynt
Baird
Emily Montington Miller
Woman's Hall
Hogers
Fisk
May Die of Hiccoughs In New York
New York newsman Frank Hastings of 79 East Ninety fourth Street has suffered a severe hiccup attack for a week. Doctors blamed an ulcerated tooth, which was removed, but the hiccups persisted and he was hospitalized. Opiates were given and he was fed with cream as doctors tried to curb the spells. The hiccups reportedly occur at five per second and threaten exhaustion if the paroxysm cannot be stopped. California Express advertising accompanies the piece.
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New York
Frank Hastings
East Ninety-fourth Street
Uas
Hastings
Powderly Opposed for Immigration Commissioner by Knights of Labor
The Knights of Labor in New York oppose Powderly as a possible immigration commissioner under McKinley. Several delegates condemn Powderly as a faker and hostile to organized labor, with mixed opinions among other Knights and union leaders who say he is highly unpopular and not trusted to advance labor interests.
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New York
T. V. Powderly
Knight of Labor
York Knights
Knights
McKintey
Toey Point Powderly
Itmiigmilion
Maryland
Armstrot
Electrical Workers’ Union
Powderly
Kkyighta
Powsdesty
O'Connell
Fie
Beth Shan Hn
Sovereign
Ne Kalaht
Nee Dlegate Parken
Hangere
Labo
Moody Prefers Cash at Evangelistic Meeting
Dwight Moody drew an audience of about 5,000 as he delivered an afternoon sermon titled Come Unto Me to women at the Auditorian Yreaters building. His stirring appeal moved thousands to tears while he urged funds for the work and asked women not to sell diamonds to support the cause.
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Chlouro
Dwight E. Moody
Auditorian
Moody
Maddy
Rockefeller Offers Gift to Baptists for Mission Debt
Chicago ministers discuss John D Rockefeller’s proposed 250000 gift to the Baptist ministry aimed at paying down the foreign and domestic missionary societies’ debts. The plan requires 226000 more from Baptist churches across the United States, with Chicago pledging 10000 toward the total.
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Chicago
Baptist Ministers’ Conference
Y. Mg.a
John D. Rockefeller
Rockefeller
United States
Meiklejohn Named Third Man for Assistant Secretary of War
The article notes George D. Meiklejohn, a Nebraska politician and two term state figure born in Wisconsin, was offered the role of Assistant Secretary of War after James Martin’s declination. Senator Proctor influenced the choice, with Thurston of Nebraska moving quickly to secure Meiklejohn, who was reportedly about 40 and a practicing lawyer and former lieutenant governor candidate.
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Washinton
Methiesian
Nebraska
James Muartin
Vermont
Martin Haw
Senator Proctor
Senate
Proctor
Martin
Thurstan
Nebrask
Merklejohn
Wau
George D. Meiklejohn
Wisconsin
Rocial N’ Ture
Meiklejohn
Electric Bitters Remedy Ad Across Time
An old advertisement touts Electric Bitters as a universal medicine for all seasons. It claims rapid relief from indigestion and sluggish systems, preventing fevers and counteracting malarial poisons. Sold in two sizes at J. ae Drug Store and Kansas.
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Lee
Ae Drag
Kansas
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OWA
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Will
Ringle
Corsy
Alton Glasgow
Alma
Carolan
I. G
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Jawa
Tawa
Nat
Sorecrn Gallery
Iowa
Monster Reservoir
Great Lake
Jarry Simpson
Chimay
London
Paris
de Laonilen
Princess de Chimay
Paria
Pliny Soper
Pliny Ta Soper
Indian Territory
Northern District of the Indian Territor
T. FP
Anthony
Promise City
Lows
Mies Flora Mayo
Thrapp
Myra van Huuten
Mike Lil- Han Valentine
Nellie Lexcher
Mrs. Meyers
Mins Pearl Latham
Catherine Smith
Matie Hanley
Mastic Club
Mix
Foster
Pat- Min
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Irene Campdoras
Shell
Lert
Selot Saens
J. Hodgina
Paderdwaks FP
Aisi
Boyle
Eldorado
Lowry
Kansas Avenue
Mute Board of Railroad Asses
Talon Pacific Sodas
Arden
Itodsoh
Hamilton Hall
Apelaie
Larimer
Washington Irving Tetore
Valty Club
State House
Topeke
Ska Presbytery
John Graves
Cathie Tuttis
Judes Dolman Willians
Bames
State Horticultural Society
S.M. Scalt
Charlot Curtis
Port Arthur
Pat- Fistohs
America
Chetopia
Caen Caer
Stever
East Six Avenue
State Grand Army Department
Shampimunt Af
Condeal
H. J. Mudre
Seale Fe
Avery Turner
Mra
Thorpe
Millypaush
Episcopal Church
Grace
Robert of
Perryman
Church of the Assumption
North ‘Topeka
Barber Asphalt Company
RB. Kepley
Robert Ruggles
Bipies
McNalls Gota
Toleko
Margaret Mather
Cymbeline” Ware
Miss Mather
Jame J. Davin Wis
Arromind & Man
C. Boroff
Sona
Chanute Nix
Orgasi- Ballou
Jack McAuliffe
Crowtont Oper House
Spar
Harry Pappere
Edward Dupees
Suecerary of State
Santa Pa Hospital
Atkinena
Leavyworth
General Clarkson
G. A. Bevie
Ueeky
Grand Army
Johns
Scott
Pencs
Royal Af Lert Hall
Witman
Gordon
Tudke Ateninson
George Richavatter
Pottawatomie County
Sorat A. Richaiatter
Counly
Mie
HorthWest
Tange
Shawnee County
Church of Assumption
Bette Hall
Vincent Wit
Second United Presbyterian Church
Volk
Charles B. Downing
Kacey
Phose Etrive
Our People's Society
John F Finerty
Chicago Citimen
Inviand
Grand Opera House
Crawford
Margoals
Lewis Bredstrayn
Mayanea SF
Judie Dolman
Newberry
Pavan
Sears
Devin
Rvtown
King George
Greece
Europe
TLP TU
Warne
Sorey
California Express
K. OF L. and Powderly
Evangelist Tella
Melklejohn
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