Boxing challenge and range plans discussed at Topeka meeting
A letter from Fou Wheun of Council Grove seeks a 128 to 135 pound boxing bout possibly for points rather than prize. Wilson claims he can best any man within a limited rounds, while Topeka Sportsmen's association discusses building a Mason trap range and plans the state shoot, inviting both members and nonmembers to attend tonight.
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Wilson
Fitzsimmons
Connely
Loodire
Iaw
Jack” Mopatien
Lee
Cornell Grove
Topeka
Topeka Sportsmen's Association
Washburn Football Captain Elected as Coach Coldren Departs
Washburn-Wylie elects captain Wyle while coach Paul Coldren plans to leave soon to pursue further studies. The team, built under Coldren, boasted strong seasons and a deep roster, with a promising future as they seek new leadership and training for the next year.
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Bas
Washburn
Wylie
Wyle
Paul Coldren
Thermeelves
Strom
Cold
Sick by orders no one may see Dora Clay
Valley View Kentucky December report states Dr North cut orders barring visitors to Dora Clay wife of General Casgiun M Clay who is recovering at her brother’s home. The doctor cites her condition and the incident of fleeing her husband as the cause and plans to keep her at the Richardson home all day.
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Valley View
Northcut
Casgiun M
Clay
Hhe
Largest Corn Cargo Shipped From Port Sets Record
The British steamship Alberta commanded by Captain Davis sails for Hell today with 453 301 bushels of corn. Officials say it is the largest corn cargo ever shipped from this port and perhaps from the United States. Also announced are a picture exhibition and sale Monday afternoon and events at the Copeland hotel parlors.
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Ralthners
Alberta
Davis
Hell
Sid
United States
the Copeland Hotel
Bible revision committee forms for Protestant use in Mexico
The San Luis Potosi assembly notes a Protestant Bible revision committee for common use across denominations. About 150 evangelical workers attended. work aims to produce a Spanish Protestant Bible in two years, comparing existing Catholic and Protestant editions for public acceptance.
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Mexico
Assembly of Christian Workers
San Lula Potwal
Father Beiy
Spain
Sido
Tve
South Americ
Revs
Sugar Import Duties Target Dutch Exports Under Discriminating Clause
The U S secretary of the treasury says the Netherlands will face a bounty on all raw and refined sugar exports to the United States. Dutch sugar will incur a discriminating duty equal to the export bounty, with expected adjustments on futures prices. An impending decree may also impose similar measures on Swedish exports, and the additional duties take effect from September. Dutch sugar shipments last year included large amounts above and below the standard price, while Belgian imports were noted in the same period.
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Netherlands
Washington
The
Treaumiry
United States
Trotty
Svletar
Weere
Osne Tela Ds
Spain's Regent Heads Cabinet as Insurgency Flares
In Madrid December the queen regent presided over a cabinet meeting. Premier Senor Shensta reported Cuban province unrest and ordered General Herat to continue pursuing insurgents. He noted Philippine disturbances under Captain General Rivera and touched on Carlist worries and U S relations, saying Washington appears inclined toward Spain.
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Madrid
Caunci Todus
Senor Shensta
Pingr del Rio
Cunha
Cuba
Jaytis
Herat
Philippine Islands
Senor Sagarte Rei
Ree
Genedist Peimers Rivera
Khan
United States
Spain
Harris Opposes Hawaiian Annexation as Senate Delays
In Washington Senator Harris of Kansas declares he will oppose annexation. Other lawmakers express mixed views with Senator Stewart noting Pacific public support and Senator Gray warning of possible delay. The annexation treaty remains pending in the Senate executive cabinet as discussions continue.
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Harris
Hawaii
Kansas
Annexation
Sashington
Tee
Stewart
Lowade
Washington
Pacific
White
California
Pacific Coast
Gray
Committee On Foreign Relations
Senate
Kanste
Onyx Quarry Treasures Reported From Colorado Steamboat
Four tons of onyx from Sisantoat Springs quarries near Steamboat Springs Colorado are described as nearly faultless. The stone displays nodules of varying hues from purple brown to yellow with thick black veining. Polished slabs fetch high value with experts claiming it surpasses Mexican onyx and other varieties.
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Steamboat Springs
Col
Dee
Sisantoat Springs
Novz
Déawun
Petition Opposes McKenna for Supreme Court Seat
A Portland reading mentions a petition to President McKinley protesting Attorney General McKenna's appointment to the Oregon Supreme Court. It is signed by two federal judges and many Portland attorneys, arguing McKenna lacks the natural gifts, learning, or character for a high judicial role.
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Portland
Ore
McKinley
McKenna
Supreme Court
Judes McKenns
Paicne Jess
Gas deal stands as city struggles over franchise grant
Philadelphia officials refuse to enjoin city officers from enforcing ordinance and Home Rule actions. United Gas Improvement Company seeks exclusive 30 year city gas supply rights and franchise. plan to expand with improvements if needed. Tubes and ointment ads below offer unrelated products by local firms.
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Philadelphia
United Gas Improvement Lombatty
United Gas Improvement Lombatty Secured Centre of the City Gis
Obtaisen
Gan Improvement Company
McKinney's Coming Message Focuses on Foreign Ties and Currency
Washington dispatch notes the president will devote the message largely to foreign relations and currency reform. It will skip much of the cabinet reports and not address the postal savings plan in detail. The currency plan is based on Secretary Gage's proposals, with the president reserving final choice on specifics.
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Washington
McKinney
Ht Cag
Gaze
Russia adopts gold coin with state credit notes declared equal
Imperial ukase introduces gold coinage valued at one third of the imperial standard with a 17.42 gram pure gold content and a government guarantee of parity through state credit notes. The same issue lists grain coffee substitutes, liver medicine, and local merchants advertising clothing and laundry services in a busy commercial page.
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St. Petersbun
Keened
Convention Hall to Rise at Thirteenth and Central
Kansas City reports that a new Convention Hall will be built on the northeast corner of 13th and Central streets. The committee agreed to purchase the 314 by 198 foot lot for 70,000 cash and 37.50 in stock, enabling a 45000 square foot interior with seating for 15000 subject to ground inspections.
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Kansas City
13Th and
Central
Dr. Jenkins
Thirteenth
Building Association
Central Street
Thirteenth Street
Crispi Arraigned as Commission Probes Naples Scandals
Rome reports the chamber of deputies named a five member commission to investigate charges against Signor Prancescy Crispi former premier tied to Bank of Naples scandals and illegal traffic in decorations. The case follows a court ruling that Parliament handles such charges. Calumet and Hecla declares a $10 dividend payable January 1. Ottawa notes government road developments after Culverton visit and Yukon status. Edmonton and Wuker mentioned in transit context.
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Rome
Chamber of Deputes
Signor
Prancescy Crispi
Bank of Naples
Tribunals of Justice
Signor Crispi
Government Road
Ottawa
Nolan Escapes From Asylum and Is Missing
John Nolan, once a schoolteacher in Hays City, disappeared after leaving the asylum on October 15. Described as melancholic and in crisis, he believed a mob would kill him for a crime. Despite searches across towns within 200 miles, no trace has been found and his wife seeks government help.
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John Nolan
Sin Nolan
Haye City
Issane
Becamie
Nolan
Nola
H. Wetmore
Hays City
Nolen
Sanyliece
Aed
Leedy
Carnegis Invades Cores and Railroad Concessions
A scrambled report notes American syndicate tied to Andrew Carnes seeks Korean government approvals for three railroad concessions. The plan pits syndicate interests against the Zeol-Chenulpo line in ongoing regional developments.
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Carnegis
Birmingham
Eom
Thiz City
Andrew Carnexte
Bes
Whiich
Zeol
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Chamber of Deputies
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Horton
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