Swan Defends River Dump Stance Amid Topeka Board Rift
City physician criticizes former board for approving a city dump plan to hold waste temporarily while sewer disposal moves to the Kaw river. Dr Swan, secretary of the State Board of Health, insists dumping is unsafe and advocates alternatives. He resigned from the Topeka Board amid disputes over sanitary methods and future waste management. Lawrence editorials echo concerns about river pollution and public health.
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Topeka
Swan Hae
Juang
Sir Swan
Tofeka
Lawrence
Ceation
Proberty
Swat
Board of Health
Bern
Swan
Heaith
Toweris
Kate
Topeke
Rusning
Hebnalis
Kaw
Svean
Beeson
Rall
Earien
Hughey Eng
City finances and street paving debate
A resident voices concern over the city budget and ability to fund street paving and health improvements, opposing a costly new project and urging tighter financial controls or alternatives. The note reflects uncertainty about expenditures and priorities for community health and infrastructure.
Violent anti foreign placards in Canton stir unrest
In Canton on August 1 hostile anti foreign posters appear around the pro teer government, demanding indemnity payments to powers and urging harsh action against foreigners. The piece suggests ministers faced pressure, with warnings of death and military use if demands are unmet, and analyzes potential taxation and religious expulsion schemes as part of a broader crisis.
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Canton
Fordgeners
New York Tunnel Progress Report From Inspection Tour
The Tribune reports engineers and sub contractors inspecting the tunnel project. Parsons notes the $10 million rapid transit improvement is advancing faster than expected and hints at an early spring through tunnel completion.
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New York
the Tribune
Ing
Parsons
Rice
Medics Football Team Plans for Next Season
Kansas Medical College plans to field a football team next season with Robert Stewart as likely captain. Stewart, an end from Washburn’s squad, will team with end Stewart and tackle Meany as key players. Quarters and halves named, training table debated, and a schedule expected to challenge Washburn.
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Kansas Medical College
Robert Stewart
Caron Washburn
Washburn
Stewart
ORY
Soma
Rmay
Ron
Trivitt
Hollnn
Cnet Weil
Asiales
Double murder near Sherburne ends in suicide
Sherburne Minnesota August 1 A double murder and a suicide occurred five miles north of town yesterday afternoon Pred Yost a prosperous farmer living east of the place was shot and killed by Kunkle a former neighbor who then killed himself The killer fled to Pronk Viehman s home south of town before the attack The victim s home was attacked as a child and a woman was wounded mortally The scene described in terse terms reflects a brutal family and property dispute with a deadly outcome.
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Sherburne
Minn
Pred Yost
Ibving
Soreti
Ubkti
Wamaha
Hha
Vermont to be towed out and burned at sea
Old government vessel Vermont may be towed from Brooklyn to sea and burned as a disposal measure. The ship has long been in harbor with deteriorating condition and unused. plans will be announced by the Navy Department, with shore barracks to replace onshore facilities for travelers.
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Gea
New York
Navy Department
Vermont
Brooklyn Navy
Fastian
Brooklyn
Mowtree
Independence
Richmond
Department
Informal Lawn Parties At Topeka And Nearby Homes
A series of Topeka gatherings features Mrs Alfstonite hosting an informal lawn party with many guests, followed by Mrs Anne Fitzgibbon hosting a Wednesday lawn event at 124 Tope avenue. The report lists numerous attendees and notes several other social visits, travels, and neighborly outings around Topeka and surrounding areas.
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Mike Loutee
Roger Todd
Wil Cuthbert
Arthur Wolff
Anne Fitzgibbon
Tope Avenue
Alof
Mishen Loretta Seller
May Devitt
Gertie Real
Katte Weber
Gertrude Collins
Monica Brecette
Annie Bitlerty
Alvina Howy
Ethel Hemp
Helen Hagenbergen
Marters John Overtoumen
John McAgiite
Theodore Zercher
Biddle Mooney
Leo Mooney
James McRoberts
Clifford Seppe
Fred Knowles
Carrie Vesper
Garfield Park
Liliie
Lawrence
Fred Ouster
Blanch Sturie
Minneiue Moore
Hillle Sangstram
Allan Spencer
Frank Heyden
Hubert Anderson
Leon
Henry Veeper
Lou Veeper
Study of Osteopathy and Dispatcher News
Chief Dispatcher at Newton Quitan plans study of osteopathy. C F E Quick takes leave of absence from duties as head dispatcher of the Sentai Be division. Mrs Quick will tour Ten Hrornia for a month while he studies and travels by boat. Quick has long served as chief dispatcher since 8 S, with a career spanning the Owen War era and relocation to Newton.
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Newton Quitan
C.F. E. Quick
Quick
Diepatoner
Nickfrean
Newton
Chiet Dimpat
Soma
Ehleh
Secretary Long Refutes Retirement Rumors Over McKinley Era
New York dispatch reports Secretary Long denying plans to retire before McKinley's term ends. He says no retirement plans exist and would not rule out Allen succeeding him, noting Allen’s governorship of Porto Rico may position him for the Navy post.
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New York
Times
Hingham
Mass
Washington
Allen
Long
McKinley
Navy Department
Porto Ries
UP GOES COAL
New York August 1 announces another 10 cent per ton rise in coal sold to retail dealers. This marks the fifth monthly advance from April to August, totaling 75 cents per ton by September 1. Retailers have already added 26 cents to prices for customers, with the next change not set until September 1.
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New York
Topeka Test of Old Soler Law Sparks Skepticism
Representative Morris of Lyon county, in Topeka to confer with G A R officials about testing the constitutionality of the old soldier appointment law, questions the proposed test. He leads a committee to review laws aiding veterans and says several suits may better test the law than the Topeka mayoral case. He plans a vacation in Colorado and notes the committee will decide future actions.
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Morris
Lyon County
Topeka
G. A R
North Topeka
Hughes
Harris
Colorado
Mystery 18 Cleared Identity of Unknown Patient
Dennis J. McCarthy of New York died at Union hospital from paresis after five weeks illness. His identity remained unknown until two days before death. He arrived last August, spent money liberally, and no sources of wealth or origin could be confirmed. A visiting priest identified him as a friend and classmate of Father James J. McCarthy S.J. of New York, who learned his brother’s fate from a clergyman in town.
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Findlay
Wichita
Topeus
Stanley
Watter
Noble
Verworth
Mingarn
Eldson
Milton Stoker
Denver
T. ¥. Garver
Mies Omnia
Sadie Downing
Kunees
Buniness
Irs
Charles Hubbel
Carrie Heedt
North
Julia
J. G. Brackenrid
Misa Crattie Mow
Warind
Norade
G. Ro Milltoe
Margaret Manning
Toronto
Canada
Tapska
Chicago
New York City
Fred Philips
Burlingame
Nellie Donovan
Colorado Springs
Irs Vanderpool and Daughters
Winnifred
Alloo
Gertrude Findleft
Lucile McAtee
Prospect Farm
Opal Steuer
Wathena
Haw
Birw
Alfred McMurtrin
Chisnute
Will ‘Terry
Will Clouser
Buffalo
George Hargreaves
Eitaabeth Haren
Kansan
Sopete
James Seith
Garfeld Avenue
Felyi
Afise Baile Elright
Wetmore
Kar
Mra
Sherman Grice
West Rights Avenue
Frank Hammond
Cripple Creek
Polnta
New Mexico
Rapetta Sena Soren la
Spleid
Winter
J. T. Lavine
Ranporia
Colorado
Thanche Wert
Chanute
Otto Langhanke Willeave
Indianapolis
Window Syimmera” Association
Mine Hianche Goddard
Emporia
Ely
Mishes Dollie
Grace Hammen
J. Herren
Toveka Avenue
Russ
Nee Mocks
Elmer Harnes
Josy
Fall Hiver
Masc
Dennis J. McCarthy
New York
Union Hospital
James J. McCarthy
S.J
Dennis McCarthy
Leary
McCarthy
Fogarty
Father McCarthy
Warden Jewett to Inspect Binding Twine Plant
Warden E B Jewett of the state penitentiary travels to Stillwater Minnesota to inspect the binding twine plant at the penitentiary there. The visit is reported by Mrs Jewett and Captain John Seaton who arranged the plant acquisition for the Kansas penitentiary.
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Jewett
Stillwater
E.B. Jewett
State Penitentiary
Minn
Deceptive OCR Fragment Hints At Medicine Trade
Fragmentary OCR text shows references to liniment for strains, a merchant named H Wells, and scattered phrases about cures and drugs. The readable bits imply a notice or advertisement about remedies and possibly a trade claim, but details are highly garbled and ambiguous.
Methodist Bishop Credits Peruna Prominently
A Methodist bishop extols Peruna with strong praise for its health benefits. The testimonial notes several satisfied users across Georgia and beyond, claiming relief from chills and fatigue after using multiple bottles. Published notices urge readers to request further information from Dr. Tan, president of a sanitarium.
Wathena Chautauqua Opens With Unclear Plans
Readable fragments describe Topeka attendees for an upcoming Wathena Chautauqua event next Sunday. Details about times, speakers Gina and Masi, and local organizers De Witt are partial and garbled.
Watermelons and racing at Clyde Flambeau feast
The Topeka Flambeau Club plans a creditable exhibition at Clyde’s third annual watermelon feast this month. Clyde has loaded two whole carloads for the event, attracting Topeka guests. Dr J M Minney and son will donate an automobile exhibition race, promising a memorable Clyde celebration with Rocky Ford comparisons.
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Topeka
Flambeau Club
Clyde
Republican Flambeau Club
Flaminbeau Clay Boys
Clyds
Rocky Ford
Colorado
J. 4. Minney
Chyde
North Topeka society notes from local printing firm
North Topeka items list residents traveling to Galveston Cripple Creek and other spots. Several moves announced, illnesses noted, and visits to friends and relatives described. Names include Mr and Mrs Freeland Mr Hunter Mrs Lewis Glenn and Mr Conwell among others with addresses on Gordon Street Ven Buren and nearby areas.
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Kimos Printing Company
Toorge Ceenan
Galveston
Texas
J. W. Priddy
Crippie Cheat and Basins
J. S. Kisson
Mins Drcle Marple
Alice Safford
West Street
Pueblo
Bre Urasier
Wee Mike Minuie Doering
Work Benig
Kansas
Kitivolle
Joan
Wise Atariha
Quincy
Welling Me
Martin Nyoanip
Pismreatnn
Kosmas
George
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Minees May
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Mies Blanche Goddard
Ailes
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ICE Trust
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Peruna
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Pennsylvaca Peruna Medicine Co
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Senowina
Peruna Speik
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Yasere
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Tan
Ee Case Banitarium
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Wathen
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Gina
Masi
Seeman
Chas. Wolff Packing Co
S & Ae
Demoss & Penwell
Grt
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Kam
Telphone Typo
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Geo A.culle
AAMS
St ‘i Cho
Dr. Lyon
Jackson Street
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Miss Carter
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