Murderer Found in Train Robbery Case
The investigation centers on Ferrell who confessed to the Dollie shatan crime and provided details of a money vault theft. Detectives traced money orders and notes to a station, with Ferrell's statements linking a suspect group to the burglary. The case ties a woman, her family, and local officials to the evolving narrative as police pursue answers.
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Catmabus
Annie
Finitins Lane
Merrell
Maine
Papas
Ferrell
Jeuttoy
Deteo
Porrell
Ted
Dollie Shatan
Fegardwil
Speuloeelll
Fasald
Beldee
Trak Plier
Fereeit
Adium Expeyee Company
Columtene
Pitraburs
Van
Parkueye Perell
Instanin
Jay
Servis
Eatle
Dunifle
Ferrel
Perrett
Uae
Biliford Center
Lightning Strikes in Forest Tragedy Kills and Injures Nine
A fierce storm forest incident in Mén Tork on August 1 brings tragedy as nine people, including several children, are struck by lightning while sheltering in the woods near Hone meetion Gurtnic che sina. Survivors describe a chaotic scene with families fleeing, trees snapping, and several injured abductees seeking cover as rescuers work to reach the stricken group.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brovens
Lesbewite
Iris
Bigien
Evesines
Chetti
Ian Dua
Chinese refusal to guard foreign ministers sparks Pekin negotiation
Rebelling forces press a Chinese escort into Pekin as U S and Allied generals demand to guard foreign ministers and residents back to Tianjin. Acknowledgment from Wu and Li Hung Chang outlines conditions for a peaceful march on Pekin with substantial Allied protection and a Chinese escort, while debates on timing and routes continue amid transmission delays and military redeployments.
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Ching
Pekin
Tien Tain
Alvey Adee
United States
Hinese
Ty Tian Tao
Li Hung Chang
Bingalmiar
United
Keeld
Leivan Pree
Wir
Chaffee
Bumner
Tenth Infantry
Izhat
Phore
Fitceral
Fromn
Mar- Artie
Stam
Taku
Abshyy
Manila
Dissatisfaction With Von Waldersee Affects Command Debate
A Lunton dispatch reports growing discord over Count Von Waldersee as potential commander of allied forces in China. Critics decry limited freedom of action and expect the final policy to be shaped by the powers, with Britain and Germany shaping positions while Paris and London discuss mandates, military hierarchy, and responsibility for outrages.
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von Waldersee
New York
the Tribune
Lunton
Count von Watters
China
Ila
Paris
Nice
Offeera
Ielief
Feldmarstaat
Bone
Vu Waldersee
Count von Walderner
Petersburg
Eetin
England
Coures
Lord Londonderry
Russians moved for decisive action in far northeast Asia
The article reports Moscow dispatches claiming 60 to 100 troops have begun moving along the railway toward the far east and discussions of Russia or China vying for regional supremacy. It notes Russian aims to seize New Chwang, a key port and railway hub, with British diplomacy seeking to block a Russian takeover.
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Ronen
Shamgtal
Hussia
Amoor
Rusaia
Moscow
Far East
Spere
Asia
New
Ciwang
Powers trial in Kentucky closes day with rebuttal witnesses
Georgetown Ky Aug 12 sixth week of the Powers trial opened with prosecution rebuttal witnesses. Bradburn testified that 5000 dollars drawn by the fund commission was largely spent and no contracts existed with Wharton Golden or others. James Walker corroborated that Perkins carried orders to the arsenal but would not testify to them. Prosecutors offered subpoenas for several defense-claimed witnesses, including ex governors and officials, but the court limited testimony. After a conference the jury was sent to Frankfort at 3 pm. The Powers case concluded at noon and Judge Cantrill signaled the next case, Henry Youtsey, would proceed after.
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Georgetown
Powers
BO W. Bradburn
Bradburn
Milners
Wharton Golden
Robert Noaks
W. H L. Culton
James Walker
J. W. Dougherty
John Perkins
Collier
Perkins
Arsenal
W. CD. Fradley
J. J. Matthews
Dixon
Hump Howard
Stone
Frankfort
Cantrill
Henry Youtsey
Youtsey
Money for Democrats in August fund drive tale
Chicago reports a large Democratic fundraising claim tied to Colonel W H Dewey of Nampa Idaho and Pittsburgh Pa. The exact amount remains unconfirmed but rumors point to a six figure sum. Dewey and J St Guffey, a Pennsylvanian national committeeman, are linked to mining wealth and large political contributions.
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Chicago
WH. Dewey
Nampa
Idaho
Pittsburg
Guene
Deweyta
Bir
Clark
J. St. Guffey
Stabbed Italian in New York over vendetta vow
Italian James Stefane was stabbed to death in New York in an affray with a rival Italian group. His brother Angelo vows vengeance but refuses to name the killer. The dispute arose during a visit from Croton Lake and involved comments on King Humbert, ending with Stefane's death.
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New York
Jamies
Stefano
Angelo
Croton Lake
M Subvon
Humbert
James Stefane
Brewat
Tourist Rates to Colorado and Utah Announced
Travel discounts from Missouri Pacific points to Denver Colorado Springs Pueblo and to Salt Lake Ogden Utah available June 1 to September 16. Tickets sold via agents with strong rate cuts and inquiries directed to G P T A S Townsend or agent F E Nipps. Gold shipment news and medical ad fragments follow with no direct connection.
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Colorado
Utah
Missouri Pacific
Denver
Colorado Springs
Pueblo
Colo
Salt Lake
Ogden
C. Townsend
G.P
T. A
Weather record notes light two day rain total seven hundredths
The report records very little rain over two days totaling seven hundredths of an inch. Officials and the forecast guidance are noted as uncertain earlier but rain occurred on both dates. Temperatures reached a high near 85 and a low around 7. Winds were south at 16 mph with a generally late forecast. Saturday rain mainly affected northern counties.
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Smith
Chaffee Dispatch From Front Describes Advance Near Pekin
A War Department dispatch from General Chaffee dated August 10 reports arrival at Hos Pi Wu, a midpoint along the march between Tian Tain and Pekin. The message notes the site is listed as Ho Si Wwe on maps and places the advance about halfway toward Pekin.
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Washington
War Department
Chaffee
Hos Pi Wu Yesterda
Ho Si Wwe
Tian Tain
Pekin
Parker Bodwell taxes case rules old firm liable
Judge Hazen decided that the defunct Stevenson & Co. must pay taxes for $3,300 after Parker and Bodwell contracted with Stevenson & Peckham to build and lease the three story building now housing Crosby Brothers. The reorganized firm assumed the old obligations, making Stevenson & Co. responsible for the taxes.
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Hazen
Parker
Galloway Wins At Last In Grain Inspector Suit
Judge Hazen rules in Homer Galloway versus state grain inspector A E McKenzie. Galloway succeeds in claiming salary from April 1899 to now at 50 dollars per month for services as assistant grain inspector. McKenzie ordered to issue the voucher. Galloway had been appointed local inspector for Topeka but was deemed unsatisfactory and not allowed to serve. court notes Governor Stanley’s appointment relied on Mewersie’s recommendation, thus only the governor could discharge him.
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McKenzie
Hazen
Homer Galloway
AE. McKenzle
Tim
Haxen
Galloway
Topeka
Tom Ewan
Stanley
Market Report Signals Mixed Commodities Activity
The report notes volatile conditions across wheat and corn with heavy offerings at the market, weaker Liverpool cables weighing on prices, and moderate receipts amid cautious demand. Daily shipments reach 162 cars with several regions reporting varied futures and contracts, including September and October listings and signals of weak to moderate appetite for export and domestic grain.
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Kansan
Aha
Minneapalls Dau Duluth
York
Yoni
Obicazo Livestock Market Report Mixes Price Trends
Kansas City Live Stock Market notes a mixed session with cattle and hogs showing varied tendencies. Beef steers steady amid overall softer demand while sheep and lambs range lower. hog prices steady with several price points cited for factors like quality and weight. Market activity subdued as buyers and sellers assess supply moving toward next shipments.
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Texas
Texas Hogs
Sobolettate
Hinrasi
Topeka Markets and Commodity Prices Report
Topeka market notes list prices for hay butter eggs meat and produce with figures for Timothy hay corn oats and greens salt half cured tallow and bruised sugar and cotton trends. The report also mentions New York money market figures and uptown gossip about British fiscal policy and U S underwriting.
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Topeka
Market Gossip Summary of Wheat and Corn Prices
Market gossip notes a narrow session with wheat and corn prices slipping from Saturday. Northwest and Chicago receipts rise with 322 to 435 thousand bushels clearances and heavy supplies pressuring values. traders expect further softness as shorts cover little and futures show mixed signals.
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Duluth
Minneapolis
Northwest
Dulun
Chicago
Big
Chic
WANTED AND FOR RENT Classified Notices in Journal
Various want ads and rentals from the Kansas journal page. Items include help seeks and lodging. Notable requests: a room mate with references, a family to keep a fox feed, a good delivery horse, a four room house to rent around October 15, and multiple store and room rentals on Kansas Avenue Madison Tyler Fifth and Madiocane. Also sale offers and a shorthorn cow for sale, plus a free messenger service and a home plan booklet. Listings include names such as G O B care Journal and D C MacVicar, with addresses and contact points.
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G. O. B. Care Journal
Lost Item and Reward Notice Fragments
Fragmented damaged notice lists a lost pocketbook with ten pound value, a hand item, and a reward at Green Lots grocery Kansas. Mentions Isle Park, Jackes, and TS Tyler received Uberal reward. Also contains assorted sale notices including cattle and harness, and stray garbled text about leaving the city and a Jersey cow for sale.
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Tyler
TS Tyler
Kansan
Isle Park
Kansas
Eales
Western Ave
Quincy St
Serenc
Monroe
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Picule
Corinth
Mina
Jack Ratu Pan
Hr & Jo
Oll
MONEY
W. H. Dewey
Banta Fe
F. E. Nipps
Peks
Europa
Saring Magroun & Co
London
Teicher, McKennet
Ner
American General
Ho Si Wu
Judge Hazen
Stevenson & Co. Gass
Today's Market Report
Obicazo
Kansas City
Uctons
Fay
Paont
WSS Roduce
Faris
Suiriwiay
Rio
Cotton Marka
Galveston
Tex
Uopton
Quist
Cherncellor
Kavi
Trinidad
Nemutiato Rmn
Cig
North West
Sererday
Louke
September Inc
Federa
Steel
Umbert
CLM
Atchison
Pacific U
Haig MN
Ienteen
Arcane
S . Bek
Lawrence Oe Ries San
Tomlinson
Hoyt
Kas
Dense
Pia’ Yonkry
Agencr
East- Tul
Ely
Greeley
Tauerel
Marties
Mall
Ap- Bier
Mullet
Eisler Barber Conder
Lous
Anil
Emporia
Chambermalas
Boume
Star
Svc
Avery County
Siri
Southeast
Witchen Ad
Quincy Sts
Gem Keystone Bakery
Buiiding
Sis North Kansas
C. D. Myers
Madison Stree
Kansas Avenue
D.C. MacVicar
Tyler St
West Pitteen
Topeka Realty Co
H. Macferr
Mer
Butte
Emmett
Arts
Plano
Harrison
Thani
Demain
Caan
Tor Sen
Uncle Bam
Milton Brown
Crawford ‘Topeka
Ators
Dulgen
Machine Works
Housetioia Woos
Miscoe
Ant Man
Wert Sixth St
Halle van Vieck
Kas Pitan
P. S_A
ROSEN
Patenta FM
Kansas Ave
Ra Prugrems
Fischer
Tre
Physicians and Surgeons
Charles C. Bradley
M.D
Fimce
West
LA Ryder
Horner Gordan St
Central Ave
Nurih Tupuka
Brickey Hui
Istula
I. Ia
Barnes
Kankaeatin
Kanbas Avenue
Ince
Teakdenen
Orien
Eva Harding
Kanaan
Henry W. Deoleg
Masaes Ave
Topeins
Bicycles
Cxclie CO
Susiries
J. &. Daring CO
Kan
Hubber
Pricesliw
Catsigguetree
Nichols Ash
Peer Ns
Niane Et Criviae Coches
Bagh Wi
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