Topeka Opens Steel Bridge Works First of Its Kind
George Skene, formerly of Elizabethtown Illinois, opens Topeka Steel Bridge Works near Twelfth and Madtees streets. The plant will expand to meet rising demand for steel bridges in Kansas and adjoining states, with new machinery en route and several contracts already secured. Carnegie steel provides the material, and Topeka aims to attract more bridge work this year.
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Elizabethtown
Ail
Tapeke Steel Bridge
Twelfth
Madtees Streets
Topeka
St. Louis
Dés Moines
Bante Fe
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Topeka Railway
Middle States
Shawnee County
Peara
Opers
Tiene
Skene
Migabeth Steel
Tilibela
Ping Mac
Eligepeth
Tipeka
Oor
Amirew Carnteivs Steel Works
Pennsylvania
Sieene
Iby
Kansas River
Nwwnee
Phawnee
Secietary
Tory Pric Mpun
Deidge
Italy
Bel Dony
Kens
Troeka
Frank Willian
Cleveland nomination vision speculates on Ex-President
The article discusses pros and cons of nominating former President Cleveland for a Democratic ticket. It highlights his retirement stance, close associates like Mr Little, and notes pressure from various party factions. It argues Cleveland could win if nominated but doubts his willingness to return to public life. It references Princeton trusteeship and past support from leaders who backed Cleveland.
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Mr. Cleveland
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New Jersey
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Little
Ye Scotter Smith
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Stite
Ee Randolph
Abbott
C Cleveland
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Tily Tay
Ute
Tolls
York
George Jobson
Fort Hamiitens
Johnson
Profit and Fraud Allegations Cloud Sapphire Mine Deal
In his wife’s name attorney general Finley directs public prosecution to probe actions of promoter E T Horney linked to the Sapphire Corundum mine in Canada Hooley’s rise and alleged fraud in a long running suit to recover funds. Justice Dar denounces the transactions as a grave reflection on the courts in a London hearing.
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Tenden
Aug
Dartime
Slashed Official Slashed in Catherine Street Incident
New York August report says Moran, secretary to Mayor Law, was slashed in the thigh during a protest against a mob attack on a beggar. Lou Snyder was slashed across the neck as the crowd surged, with bystanders rushing to separate the assailants from Moran and his companion.
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New York
Wiwasa J. Moran
Law
Catherine
Depte
Lou Snyder
Moran
Kno
Liberty Bell to Come to World’s Fair Exhibit in Pennsylvania
In St Louis a session of the Missouri World's Fair commission closed with reports showing exhibits from varied states. A contract was set for Pennsylvania’s building at the fair and the Liberty Bell is listed among Dulidine features to be shown.
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St Louie
Mag
Tate
James If Lambert
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Topeka Social Set Hosts A Busy Week
A Topeka social week featured numerous gatherings and lawn parties. Guests included Miss Claire Devlin of Leavenworth and many local residents. travel plans were announced for trips to New York, Paris, and Colorado.
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Hugel Jones
Claire Devlin
Leavenworth
North Topeka flood concerns prompt civic appeal
A reader from North Topeka urges action after flood reports in the city press. He canvasses residents of the Yt ward and Southside, calling for unity to rebuild the city’s former grandeur and make Topeka the best in the state. He cites support from St Joe and distant neighbors as crucial to restoring civilization’s comforts.
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Kaneas
Ave
Smut Vale Uattle
Wits
Snane
St Joe
Fargeera
Norty Harrison
Kansan
Thomas resigns as Postal Telegraph manager in Topeka
J C Thomas, manager of the Postal Telegraph company in Topeka, has resigned his position effective August. He has been with the Postal Telegraph here for thirteen years, working up from the ranks. He leaves to pursue another calling and plans to move to Auburn.
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Postal Telegraph Company
J.C. Thomas
Topeka
Thomas
Postal Courcy
Road Work Delays Hit Sixth Avenue Macadam Project
County commissioners clash over Sixth avenue road repairs east of town tied to Ramey and Ramsey contract delays. Persistent rain and material shortages slow progress, threatening completion well into next year. Cecil and Harold Semith voice concerns as bids stay unsettled.
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Sixth Avenue
Ramey & Ramsey
Aber
Bridge bids reveal pooled bids on Kansas river bridges
Report notes bridge firm representatives met in Topeka and bid without rivalry. Bids show A J Tullock Leavenworth 3 percent for Sardou Valencia, ALMae Kansas City 224 percent, Leavenworth Bridge 23.9 for Rossville, Kansas City Bridge 331 3 for brick plant, Midland Kansas City 0 percent, Canton 30 for brick plant. If lowest bid won, Tullock would take Sardou, Leavenworth Rossville, Canton brick plant. New contracts will rebuild bridges. Grantville work shared by Jefferson and Shawnee counties amid flood fears.
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Topeka
Haif
A. J. Tullock
Leavenworth
Sardou
Valencia
Almae
Kansas City
Leavenworth Bridge Company
Rossville
Kamas City Brides Company
Midland Bridge Company
Shawnee
Grantville
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