Adhawa reunion encampment set for Arkansas City
The Southwestern association eleventh Adhawa reunion and encampment will be in Arkansas City September 15 16 17 and 18 2030 Speakers include Senator J J tygalls General McCook Blrek Weaver Gari Schurk C O Howard Rypars Morris Bernard Ke ie Peters and others An energizing campfire program and social events are planned with many attendees expected.
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Arkanags City
Ave
Arkansas City
Reenee
J. J. Tygalls
Anaun McCook
Generel John
Blrek
Weaver
Gari “Schurk
Howard Rypars
Goerraer Morris
Bernard Keie
Junge Peters
TWO CONVICTS ESCAPE IN LEAVENWORTH AREA
Fragmentary report notes a Sunday escape from Lansing in a stubborn manner, with one convict recaptured and back in his old cell. Two more prisoners fled Lansing yesterday, pursued then at large, with chaotic driving near a water course and a mule left in the road. authorities tracked movements toward Kansas City. Nine weeks previously, inmates from Cowley County were sent for a grand case.
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Leavenworth
Lansing
Orci
Kaneas
Cowley ‘County
Dozens Stricken by Sudden Illness in Fort Scott
Fort Scott residents report many families stricken by an illness with rapid onset. Physicians and clergy from Baptist, Catholic, AME churches say prayers are offered as investigators consider possible causes. Community members discuss potential links to toxins or other agents while most affected recover.
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Fort Scott
Counterfeit Money Theft Reported in Charles Ach Baer Store
Lawrence Aug 12 A Light thief entered Charles Ach Baer ware store through a roof to steal Queen razors from the show case and a counterfeit dollar note. A man missed a counterfeit dollar near a restaurant and was arrested but denied involvement. Police pursued the suspected thief and investigated plunder amid a broader counterfeiting charge.
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Lawrence
Charles Ach- Baer
Missing Laura Nation in Ellinwood search
Reports say a three year old girl with blue eyes may have been abducted near Ellinwood Kansas. Authorities, including Marshal Heck, described the child as Laura Nation and noted a possible sighting as a wagon party moved away from town.
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Laura Nation
Ellinwood
Ottewa
Mysterious Emigrant Wagon Story Elicits Surveillance
Fragmentary OCR note describes a family under surveillance after an unusual night. An officer sent an telegraph for something unspecified while a person named Mikeneas and Laure are referenced in a misting emigrant wagon setting. The source is unclear and details remain inconclusive.
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Mikeneas
Laure
Bryan Club of Abilene Reaches 700 Members in Three Days
Abilene August 12 Bryan Club of Abilene expands rapidly gaining 100 members in three days pushing total to 700. George Rogers cashier of Citi Zone Bank Solomon City serves as president amid Republican prominence in the county. The club’s rival McKinley club reports 20 members.
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Bryan Club
Abilene
George Rogers
Citizone Bank
Solomon City
Ub Bia
McKinley Club
Lightning Strikes Beside Glen Elder Fire Kills Man
A 12-A young man named Luckey was instantly killed by a bolt near Glen Elder while visiting Nebraska friends. Lightning also struck John Farbaugh’s barn, destroying it and its contents, with cattle losses around 31,500. Miss Alice Holt, daughter of the late Judge Joel Holt, died at her Beloit Avenue home after a long illness. In Atchison a woman was bitten on the arm by a vicious bulldog. In Lawrence, Lulu Kelley and Thomas Rayson, Budor postmaster, were married with Rev. W. J. Somerville officiating. guests attended.
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Luckey
Nebraska
John Farbaugh
Allice Holt
Beloit Ave
Mica Alice Holt
Joel Holt
Afl Old Kansins
Mitchell County
Atchison
Elen Patton
Kanan
Utter
Belahbor
Renult
Eudora
Lawrence
Lulu Kelley
Thomas Rayson
Budor
Ner Eee
W. J. Somerviie
North Topeka society notes and local visits
In North Topeka the State Journal notes visits and arrivals from Lawrence to Garden City. Lucien Sayer, Maurice Todd, Rev. Houghtelin, Miss Lindale Shellstaucer, and others are listed among friends and relatives visiting or staying with local people. A drowning accident involving Taylor Hammel is reported, along with a broken wagon caused by a window incident. Cancer diagnoses and appendicitis are noted for Mrs. Nash, with surgery deemed too risky. Reading Circle gatherings, church-affiliated names, and a long letter from Charles G. Schilling recount travel plans and a sea voyage aboard the Persia and the Auwwata Victoria.
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State Journal
Kimball Printing Co
Kahaas Avenue
Lucien Sayer
Lawrence
Maurice Todd
Max Houghtelin
Carbondale
Will Fieger
North Topeka
Schilling
Mont
Lindale Shellstaurcer
Horton
C. H. Deisem
Garden City
3. A. Campbell
Page Farm
May Cromwell
Meschen
John Cromwe
Marnie Suddarth
Warmego
J.B. Billard
Quincy
Magete Casey
Chicago
Mary
Maggie Hanley
GA. Piatt
al Splilman
Sliver
EC Goodale
Newton
M. C. Holman
Holman
Grandma Perris
J. L. Cuthorih
Sliver Lake
Colorado Springs
Nellwender
Maple Fil
Wallace
Mr. Brainard
Daniel van Nees
Bert Shields
Winchester
Kut
Boru
Ed Russell
Winoba Minn
Mielitage
M. . Green
Frank Basve
Lizzie Skinner
Taylor Hammel
G. M. Hammel
Soldien Creek
J. G. Henry
Lee Swarts
Guy Moughtella
Epworth League
Laurent
Jackson Iberta
Mabel King
Laura Houghtslin
Jer
Mir
Mra
A.B. Cul'lum
Evelyn Holman
Mary Grows
Mabel
Carrie Robinson
Ida Stanfield
Ida
Anna Henry
Grace
Laura Houghtelin
Mesars
Win McNoun
Leland Clyde Swarts
George Rorsbaugh
Wartig
Charles G. Schilling
Jonatha Thoms Lumber
Germandy
Double Century Record Ride by Mrs Rinehart
Denver and surrounding routes witness a remarkable cycling feat by Mrs. Rinehart riding 204 miles in 17 hours 35 minutes to establish a two century record for a woman rider. She plans another attempt to beat the 16 hour record if paced rivals allow.
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Denver
Dirk A. K. Rinehart
Rinetuirt
Walhurst
Mattville
Platteville
Walhuret
Henry of Navarre Horses and Track Echoes
The article praises Henry of Navarre as a favorite in the stable, noting his popularity with crowds and the outlook for upcoming races. It mentions Evans and Parrington achieving long hits and oops in a field, while contrasting Salvator as a comparable figure in temperaments, and remarks on the public's reaction to horses and animals near the track.
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Henry of Naverre
Henry of Navarre
Las Animas Aims To Defeat Lajunts In Local Ball Game
Abilent reports Las Animas plans to defeat Lajunts in a ball game and will seek help from Abilene. Abilene teams travel to play, with AG Lott Jet and Strother Summers W A Matte noted among participants. Junction City beat Minneapolis 2301 in a strong pitching showing by Wilson with ten strikeouts and five hits allowed. Abilene trains a fast mile horse Abbrine at the state fair grounds, pace 2 42 with last half in 1 42%. Jockey Leech in charge. Racing by electric light: Wichita Gentlemen's Driving Club hosts an event at 7 10 PM with six more entries. Cash Henderson to start.
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A “Strother
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W. A. Matte
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Leech
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Murray Hill Bank Closed After Asset Shortfall
New York Aug 12 Examiner Kilburn announced Murray Hill bank, closed today, held cash assets of 170000 and 34000 due from the clearing house. Of this, 45000 might cover Monday business, with 50400 unavailable as bonds tied to a brewing company loan. Outside assets total 572000 pledged to secure clearing house and a further 50000 loan. About 1700 depositors are affected. Kilburn blamed the bank's unfit condition after consulting with a committee and the bank board, noting insufficient funds to continue without sacrificing creditors. He said a $100000 raise would not be feasible and closed the bank to prevent a worse state.
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Examiner
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Yeatera Gay
Murray Hill Bank
Eteen
Murrig Hill Bank
Tull
Canadian Bank Discount On U S Silver Money Sparks Debate
A 19th century notice discusses Canadian banks charging a 10 percent discount on U S money and the impact on cross border circulation. It notes greenbacks and treasury notes redeemable in gold, banks not accepting foreign silver at par, and Canadian railways mirroring the practice except near the border. The piece ends with a testimonial about Pastilles curing a medical condition.
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Gavada
Washington
Aus
Treasury Department
United States
Canada
Dominion
Veterans present flag to Governor Morrill from Keeley League
A committee of ten Leavenworth Soldiers Home veterans visited Governor Morrill to present a Keeley League flag. The address praised Morrill’s work for soldiers and temperance, noting the flag as emblem of political freedom and freedom from alcoholic slavery. The governor thanked them and invited the group to dinner at the Copeland.
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Morrill
Veterans’ Keeley League of the Home
League
Congress
Keeley League
Keeley
E. N. Morrill
Copeland
No Truth in Report of Armenia Crete Accord
London reports semi-official denial of a Daily Chronicle claim that Great Britain and Russia planned a joint agreement to save Armenia and Crete from Turkish oppression. The proposed terms would require Russian troops in Armenia and a British force at Crete to ensure Turkish compliance. Disagreement among powers over Crete measures is also noted.
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London
Daily Chronicle
Great Huitary
Russia
Armenia
Crete
Europe
San Francisco Banks Refuse Silver Deposits in Large Amounts
San Francisco Aug 12 Banks here face trouble with customers seeking to deposit silver and redeem for gold as the financial question drives gold prices higher. Some banks refuse large silver deposits. the sub-treasury’s gold supply has fallen from about 15 million to under 9 million, linked to an order by Assistant Treasurer Berry halting silver certificate redemption in gold coin.
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San Francisco
New York
Burke
United States
Berry
Sub-Treasury
New York City
Bentley's Campaign Tours Nebraska and Indiana
Lincoln Neb Aug 12 C B Bentley candidate for president of the National party departed for a two week stump tour through Indiana and Sinoisever then to New Eveland for engagements on return likely to visit the Pacific coast to close the campaign in Nebraska Thirty eight counties are already organized in the state and help Bentley gained 18444 votes in 1904 when he ran against Bryan for United States senator
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Lincoln
Neb
C. B. Bentley
National Party
Indiana
Harrison to Open Republican Campaign in New York
Ex-President Harrison will open the campaign for the Republicans in New York by a speech on the evening of August 26 in the city. Delegates spent the morning socializing, with many staying to hear the talk this afternoon. Reverend John A Bright drew the crowd with a parody of Throw Out the Lifeline sung at the convention, then again at the hotel lobby.
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New York
Harrison
Cone Land
John A Bright
Col Tomlinson’s Bright Idea on Ballot Change
Col Tomlinson proposed replacing Doster with Martin on the Populist ticket after hearing of a defeat. He then found neither Martin Doster nor the central committee supported the plan and abandoned the scheme.
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Col. Tomlinson
Col
Tomlinson
Martin
Popullets
Doster
Central Committee
Worthington Major Dies in Kentucky Home
Major Jas C. Worthington of the United States Army dies at his mother's home in Worthington, Kentucky. He had served as surgeon in charge of Fort Thomas and had battled illness in previous years. The report notes his long service and final illness.
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Louisville
Jas c. Worthington
United States Army
Iaira
Harstet Osborne
West Catharine ‘Street
Monty Hieusatiann
Fort Thomas
Capitol Dome Builder George H Miller Dies at 72
Washington reports the death of architect George H Miller, longtime assistant to the Capitol's chief, who designed the dome and Liberty statue casing. A Baltimore native, he passed away after years of pivotal work on marble terraces and city connections.
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Geo. H. Miller
Washington
Capitol Dome
George H. Miller
Capitol
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Miller
City of
Baldwin Doubts Andree Airship Seen in British America
Prof Bald win questions reports of Andree’s balloon sighting over British America lat 55 15 long 127 40. He notes August 2 or 3 departure from Spitenbergen and argues the craft could not be 3000 miles away by August 3. He calls sled and ampul the practical means, viewing Andree’s voyage as a scientific experiment with limited personal risk.
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Baldwin
Chicago
Evelyn B. Baldwin
Andree
British America
Fire damages dark room in ex-mayor Harrisons home
Ex mayor T W Harrisons residence at the corner of Huntoon street 42nd Western avenue caught fire this afternoon from a candle left burning in a second floor dark room. Fire crews from stations Nos 2 4 and 4 quickly battled the blaze which had breached the ceiling when they arrived. The room contained bed clothing and pillows that fed the fire and was hard to extinguish. Loss is fully covered by insurance and would have been worse if not discovered promptly.
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T. W
Rasidgame Residerion
Wilfarth
Ingalls to Address Inter state G A R encampment
Superior Nebraska August 12 Inter state G A R encampment opens with 50 veterans. John Ingalls expected tomorrow to address the assembly. Company D and the Superior band escort arrivals to the grounds. State Grand Army men will speak this afternoon and tomorrow. An evening campfire is planned.
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Nebad~ka
Kansas
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Ingalla
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FAMILY DIAMONDS COURT FIGHT OVER HEIRLOOM JEWELS
London reports Viscount Hill now of Burford Ontario sued his step mother Dowager Viscountess Hill to recover family diamonds and jewelry claiming heirloom ownership. A judgment favored the defendant though the relationship to Archdeacon Hill is unclear. Also, A D Lally, a Cleveland contractor, jumped from a hotel window in Pittsburgh while temporarily insane from heat, fatally injured.
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Florence
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Ont
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Hile
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Cleveland
Boyer
Andrea's Balloon Rent and the Spitbergen Expedition
Credible reports from Ottawa and New York describe Prof. Andrea continuing balloon experiments near Spitsbergen. After August delays and a northerly course attempt, observers note uncertain weather conditions may force abandonment of the voyage and postponement of further launches.
Railroad Men Demand Grain Investigation
The article reports railroad workers pressing for a formal probe into grain connections and possible ties to the Gul Fath grain case. Intercity officials, including Chairman Midgley, state freight operations are not linked to a broader pool agreement, while months of evidence are cited as basis for the inquiry.
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Wee Freight Association
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England Seizes Land Amid Mexican Coast Dispute
Fragmentary dispatch reports England moving to seize land along the Mexican coast near the Taoloc region. Details are unclear but reference to a proposed coaling station and ongoing negotiations between Mexico and Britain.
Old Bridge Must Ep Ready to Move In Ten Days
County clerk ordered to remove obstacles on the old bridge site within ten days. Notices served to relevant parties as preparations begin for work on the bridge.
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Eakee
Court Denies Injunction In Strife With Proven Hoists
Cleveland Aug 12 Judge Grover denied the request of Proven Hoists locked out workers for an injunction to bar Mayor Mek von from enforcing a strike settlement and to compel the firm to comply with July 27 agreement. The report notes a separate contract award for general delivery to chutes, with Santa Fe involvement and mine-related transportation costs. Armenian leader Robert Boekner, jailed on charges of aiding Jaine Constantine, appeared before Justice Grover after ten days in jail. Horton This Week notes the Horton baseball club hosting Topelia Union players, with a nod to local laundry and tonic ads.
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Hroven
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