West and Woodruff linked in escaped jail plot
A chaotic report alleges Bill West aided prison escape of Woodruff from Shuvetine county jail at 4:28. West is called a murderer and a dangerous US prisoner. details describe a cage doorway breached and a long pursuit by authorities including U.S. Attorney's office in Washington.
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Shuvetine
Dees
Boeing
Shartit Kenlay
Bert Shtis
She
Phalin
Opua
Cader Barris
Prenktee Inlee
Palite Dytk Witversang Prati Whitaker
Winchester
Ariel
Wits
Tia
Jeauert Butlins Tv
Solon Riot Tensions Between Lawrence Officials Escalate
In Lawrence Alderman Crise and Mayor Selig nearly clashed amid a riot scare. A special dispatch notes rising tensions over mayoral terms and a dispute sparked by police action. Warranted arrests and public order concerns followed as authorities sought to restore calm.
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Crise
Lig
Lawrence
Bancor Citr
Lawrence Seve
Selig
Almowt
Mayer
Thair Tern
Mer
Riley J
Naval Scandal Probed in Congress Over Officers’ Re‑Entries
Lawmakers debate allegations of high ranking naval officers reentering service with knowledge gained in private industry. The article notes officers drawing partial retired pay while joining Carnegie and Bethlehem Works in arms contracts and a $600 armor plates purchase by Caele Sam, highlighting conflicts of interest and wartime procurement scrutiny.
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Geneter
Eer
United States
Russia
Aires
Tilltsum
Huld
Vontemétons
Hisie
Naval Canmittes
Gorman
Ian
Chandler
Lertiyn
Gehan
Woloxe
Planta Phils
Bethlehem Wirks
Death Sentences for Hammond and Co Workers Reportedly Voiced
Weathered reports claim John Hayes Hammond and several defendants were condemned to death for treason after a trial in Washington. Officials and observers note strong statements from government leaders and the judiciary in a high profile case with ties to revolutionary concerns.
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Jobs Hays Hammond
Aimer
John Haye Hammond
Alderienseinai
Tver
Cape Collns
Heres
Uibinaer
Kraezer
Jones
Hammond
Warhtoxton
Mn Muhany
John Hayes Hamizi
Ant Neer
Treiaan
Washington
Taylor Takes Poison Amid Police Ejects Suspect In City
A garbled report describes an incident where an individual named Taylor allegedly ingested poison but was ejected by officers after a struggle. The text mentions a belt, a vest, and a pocket item containing a substance, with officials directing others to retreat while a stall toll and an unfamiliar substance were noted.
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Kuosup
Woal Painevaya
Taylor
Tisanyrath
Snow In Colorado West Continues
A fragmented report from Colorado Springs notes ongoing snow across the area with strong winds and power outages. Dispatches describe melting snow and threats to communications as the storm moves quickly, though details are unclear due to the damaged text.
Cyclone relief efforts and a burglary sentencing reported
The Golden Bod Dry Goods Store offers a generous 4% of its proceeds to cyclone victims with proceeds directed to Mayorellos Came. In a separate item Judge Husen sentences Win Doyle to five years for burglary, noting Doyle as one of the Howard store burglars.
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Golden Bod
Galden Rotery Goode
Priday
Meyter
Mayorellos
Mike
Judce Husen
Win
Doyle
Bosses Clash Over Kirchner Morrillism and Nomination
A heated dispute unfolds between Jim Simpson of McPherson and the Morrill forces over control of the Republican party and Governor Morrill’s renomination. The local scene includes calls for a new party candidate, moves by state leaders, and tensions within the party’s leadership after Simpson’s return to Topeka.
Prohibitionist Peters Eyed In State Political Split
A Tapieka correspondent notes tension between Morrill Leland and Peters as Peters emerges as a unifying figure. The piece asserts Peters, unique in the state, could harmonize divergent factions from prohibitionist to reformist groups, appealing across classes and maintaining his convictions in a divided field.
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Morrill
Leland
Mocehaidute
Barcel
Letend
Peters
Christian Siti
Ratsas
Sam Peters
Palace Wrecked by Explosion at Havana Residence
An explosion in the governor general’s residence in Havana on April 28 damaged the palace. The blast shattered a closet, toppled part of the roof, broke glass, and scattered debris. officials believed dynamite caused the disaster, with immediate speculation about insurgents or public enemies.
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Havana
Prase
Nowspapert
Iewe
Greau
Cup
Feneral
Nice
Frei
Tornado Weather Outlook and Regional Rain Showers
The weather bulletin notes cooler temperatures with light to moderate rainfall across multiple regions. Forecasts indicate severe storm potential near Kansas and Oklahoma with variable winds, while Texas remains cloudy and warm.
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Toywka
Amini
Wed & Acre
J. Glas
Chlutade
New Mexico
Texas
Pearl Bryan Trial Filthy Letters Described in Court
In Newport Kentucky the Jackson attorney produced letters written by Jackson to Pearl Bryan as part of the Pearl Bryan trial. Testimony covered dated notes from March 1 1845 through October 24 with references to indecency and threats. Witnesses strengthened the prosecution’s case as details emerged about the letters and their disturbing content.
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Will
Newport
Finges
Grecocastle
Ind
Steadigs
Jacksn
Pearl Bryan
Pheteueth
Jackson
Getty
Smxette
Jackeon
Walling
Charles Rogere
Wallies
Petruary Ly
Scott Jackson
Woolf
Old Venice to Be Seen on Topeka Streets Next Pall
Professor Worrall is now at work on large colored designs which he will submit to the Committee of Fifteen. The plans reveal a Venetian theme to be showcased in Topeka streets, drawing civic attention and anticipation.
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Tau
Plata
Suchus
Wang
Ming
Edwards
George Woud
Rpward
Pierre
Elerin
Shere Lucas
Alllaw
Wea
Tang
DaWoln
Topeka
Thea
DR. Greeswalls
Coumittas
City festival to feature bands and pageant parade
John Marshall outlines plans for a May festival with at least 25 bands, a marching parade, and a large pageant. Prof Worrall and local committees organize entertainments, decorations, and event logistics while seeking sponsors, prizes, and participant turnout for a citywide celebration.
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Woodruff
A. Tres
West
Andy Pniled
Oklahama
Liv Cage
Devik
Iso Bose Locke
Moor Bose
Merore
United Suites
Trewind
Deters
Ichere
Ettei
Dewlwold
Wien
Mnes
Pighler
Hhess
Geren
Deere Wits
Abe
Cornelis
Hepthureg
Fayia
Hephirs
Wuinalewattrut
Vince
Atbert
Cety Solon
Wastner
Tor Redman
Congress
Carnegie
Bethlehem Works
Caele Sam
Fillman
Taor
ChAvdir
Jane
Conmbene
Tie Prnethie Af Alkering
Maval Eefidre
Energe
Norvies
Difstisg
Govertmens
Oltfiers Bud Tieliities
Novi Wiikt
Asd
Gey
Ofimir
Meyer
Femgertfs Ehiele
Beig
Natal
Us Uedinel
Me Allen
Brehegder
Bethlehem
Natener
Grey
Arora Tammufuce
Cedars Rapids
LE Harwood
Crain
Bill Washington
Hendersn Frdra
Rites Doroughs
Colorado
Colorado Springs
Rock Island
Ward
Rglar Sentanend
Guv. Morrill
Jim Simpson
Smith
Microl
Vietory
Phan
Jim Simpeod
McPherson
Elulenan
Sinterohetal Committee
Mt Presen
Talia Sumimiseion
Yhua
Repubiican
Fanaway
Eith
Simpsos
Leiamut
Th Pan
Ceveral
Hruretiaser
Eolas
Renck
Saunday
Siulis
Tupiics
Simoses
Gome Clerk
Mert Albaugh
Menders
Ninnesties
Clark
Aitalra
Bivisie
Tae
Nui
Csr
Ebey
Tina Potable
Bertuen
Coral
Stevie
Geo
Ahr Claris
Gevermir
Gumtiee
Claire
Athaneh
Oakley
Senailirr
Adriah
Alia
Sedan
Fegent
Atute Surricuaral College
Board of Charities
Eas
Berehansing
Kiri
Connie Soner
de Feltion
Frank Whetilta
Ubi
Falco Leland
Sara
Prolihirian
Eppesrs
Berg
Isid
Mor TU
Mr. Deland
Merrill
Republican Party
Lelie
Leta
Narnia
Lew Dolmen
Venice
Professor Worrall
John Marshall
Worrait
Mies
Enunell Pharibyr
York
Worrall
Sinan
State
Todas
John Marchall
Gravie
Hague
Beloit Bagie
Dietr Witligpers
Gary
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