Topeka To Feature National Reserve Gift Plan
At a Topeka lodge meeting a committee was formed to arrange a grand ball and rally to raise funds for gifting a cruiser Topeka to the officers and men. A. Strauss was elected chairman and plans include securing a patriotic program and choir to honor the city’s courtesy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Topeka Lodge No. 3
National
Rkeserve Association
Topalen
Topeka
Citleena
Topeke
United States
Topeks
Ann
Citienns
National Reserve
Paso Clubn
Rvener i
A. Strauss
HSV
Steanex
Ie Yirofem
Rebellion Signals Limits on Militia Enlistment in Hutchinson
Telegrams show Governor Leedy and Governor Nor do not claim power to mobilize the militia as a body. Newton and Harvey County men cannot enlist in Hutchinson as the city holds ten times more volunteers than needed, with Newton excluded from the first recruiting stations and 16 militiamen barred.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leedy
Newton
Harvey County
Hutchinsim
Leedy Hanged in Effigy as Guard Tension Rises
Telegram from Illinois adjutant general reports Kansas national guard units ordered to surrender uniforms guns and equipment amid protests in Wichita. Citizens pledge funds toward suspected disbandment of Kansas National Guard factions while local crowds hang Governor Leedy in effigy before the armory.
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Leedy
Wichita
Altiniane
Boyd
Teo
Maine Minick
Strom Tlk
Piobitizime
Newton
Emporia
Dinser
War Department
K. N.G
Kanes
Leely
Natonal Guards
Topeka volunteer funds clash over militiamen supplies
Kansas officials argue over using a 20,000 appropriations for militia expenses. Attorney General Boyle backs repelling invasion as a use, while Assistant Auditor Taylor opposes any voucher not legally authorized. The governor and adjutant general rely on contingent funds and ordering arsenal supplies for three new volunteer regiments.
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Kansas
Taylor
Morris
Boyle
Youckers
Adjutant General
War Department
Social Event in Topeka Hosts May Lange Reception
A Topeka social page notes a refined reception hosted Wednesday by Mrs Edwin Lange and daughter Miss May Lange at their Van Buren Street residence. Guests arrived to pale green and blue attire, punch service, and elaborate floral decor featuring white carnations apple blossoms palms pink roses and wistaria enhancing the hall parlor and dining room.
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Edwin Lange
Miss May Lange
van Buren Street
Mttip Hagel Nelson
Punch
Carlot
Nellis
Emma Colwell
Low
L. W. Willits
Wwis
A. W. Lacey
J. D.land
George Eagle
Dooviittle
D. J. Harding
N. Nelson
A/G. Rosser
Mrs. Willitts
Mrs. Nellis
Mrs. Lacey
Mrs. McPartland
Liberty
Mrs. Nelson
Arn. Rosser
Mrs. Collins
Miss McFarland
Miss Bergen
Miss Dietrich
Miss Jilson
Miss Collins
Miss Hambleton
Edward Dennis
William Maclay Lyon
Carl Nellis
Stanley Medlicott
Ernest Medlicott
Mr. Dennis
F. Hopkinson Smith
Daughters of the American Revolution
Helle Thompson
Peka Avenue
J.C. Wilson
Joe Wilson
Heitte Deere
J. Howard Gorsage
Hoes and farming supplies advertised with prices
An itemized sale notice lists steel hoes at various grades and prices from 60¢ to 1.00, plus hog fence and galvanized wire materials. Express wagons for boys are also mentioned among the miscellaneous goods.
Speeches Promised at Topeka Hall by Local Figures
Fragmentary notes indicate Topeka residents and well known locals may give speeches at a hall event. The column mentions hopes for cooperation from the Crummer Cad Club and business and professional men of the city.
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Topeke
Haying
Crummercad Club
Uke Cits
War impacts Manila straw and millinery imports to New York
April reports from New York customs authorities anticipate a halt in importing straw hats and millinery goods from Manila and Spain due to hostilities. Examiners expect limited shipments for months, with diversions likely for South American products, and Cuban tobacco, sugar, and liquors already blocked.
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Manila
New York
United States
Mts
Wirh
Custom House
Wordin
Public anti Leedy rally in Topeka sparks street protest
A crowd marches and shouts Down with Leedy and Weyler in Topeka. Demonstrators accuse Leedy of ignoring guard orders and failing to mobilize volunteers. Authorities plan to dispatch all equipment to Topeka as a precaution.
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Leedy
Weyler
Topeka
Emporia Protest Over Military Uniforms Across State Armories
Band members and the K N G and Sons of Veterans crowd the streets and armories criticizing Governor Leedy for not recognizing the Suaris and stripping uniforms. Sons of Veterans offer their services from Wichita, the governor accepting. Officers later meet the governor to relay concerns. Vouchers must go to Washington. warrants may be needed to fund volunteers.
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Emporia
Ami Firat Regiment
Sons of Veterans Suarde
Leedy
Suaris
Sons of Veterans
Wichita
Lvedy
Sons of Veterans Cumra
K.N. G
Washington
Upieme
Disastrous Mixup in Kansas Volunteers Sicken Members
In Topeka and Kansas during a tense mobilization period Captain HM Phillips discusses fatigue and plans. Volunteers form a committee to push for a position in the state service with backing from Governor Leedy. A petition signed by over 100 Topekans urges sending the company to the front.
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Kansas
HM. Phillips
Leedy
Kan- Sas Avenue
Capt Peterson
Clad Hamilton
Gen Allen Excited on Kansas National Guard Roles
Adjutant General Allen criticizes critics over guard reorganization and governor's actions. He says the guard is disbanded and asserts the governor has authority to appoint leaders, while noting new regiments will receive complete equipment and clothing. The interview frames public opposition as unfounded spectacle.
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Allen
National War Department
Rome
Humboldt
bin Mother
Gut Laush
Joc i Petnner
Séias Druce ‘Sabbe
North Topeka society column notes and events
Local Topeka notes include store ads and social items. Widespread mentions cover bakery bread, wall paper dealer, picture framing, travel trains to Kansas City, upcoming baptisms, church receptions, and a school closeout with hoop drill. Several town residents are noted visiting, returning, or moving. A Mothers Meeting discusses kindergarten discipline and moral training for children.
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Gem Bakery
Courtney's
N. T
Cromwell & Jeffers
W. Austin
Kansas City
Mixe
Exina Staples
Kanaas Avenue
Costiey ™& Post
Grover
Gsankie
Alice Rudy
Monroe Street
Tunner
Trumat Wolf
Junction City
Tacon
Segvett
Wm, Green By Sons
Roy Str. Schum
German Baptist Church
North Baptist Church
Tadies
North Congregational Church
A. S. Palmer
Wete Wariner
la Cygne
George Hughie
Naz Harrison Street
Warriner
Ele Pars
Frank Vandiee
van Beren Street
Vandlee
A. Palmer
Pattern
Rochester
SaiLl
Grace Las Kenn
Str Bench
Helso
E. Davidson Worden
Oldest Hutchinson Company Rebels Over Militia Move
An order to move militia uniforms and gear to Topeka sparks bitterness in Hutchinson. Company E of the second regiment and Company M of Topeka refuse rushed enlistment, insisting on organized status and recognition. Governor Leedy's stance fuels heated cross‑party tensions as indignant plans surface.
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Hutchinson
Campbell
Company E
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Cruiser
National Reserve Association
Husa
Terial
Mr. Im
Mr. Allen
Social and Personal
CAD
Kelley's
Hunt & Lippincott’s
DELON
ROYAL
King Saking
Bo Doo
EMPO
Gen. Allen
The
Kansas National Guard
North Topeka
Kimball Pig. Co
Union Pacific
Warner & Potter's
Quincy Street
Mothers’ Meeting
Bertivdt
Dagiah
Algust Aylested
Paris
le Monde
Hyllested
Rubinstein
Pearle Steam Laundry
J. E. Towers
Kemper & Paxtons
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