Read Not Read Presidents Message in Topeka Poll
In Topeka 110 citizens were asked if they read the president’s message. Only three had read all or part of it, many saying they skimmed or planned to read later. Respondents ranged from officials to ordinary citizens, with comments on currency and pensions topics.
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Topeka
Uae
Craig Maree
Rowley
Root
Che
Tamneily
Woodherd
Didyt
Weil
M Powell
Payne
Theadf Wiliam Henderson
Gen. W. Berrr
James Smith
Donald
Minney
Th. Brown
Leven
United States
Pesre
United Staes Marchal Newry
Kangin Steson
Mysterious Hillman Case Reemerges In Arizona Town
A fragmentary report describes a man linked to the Hillman case traveling from Sante Fe toward Alltunt with two Jefferson county residents. Investigators expect a ten-day return and note ongoing arrangements for a trust or reward tied to the Medicine Lodge death claim.
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Tue
Arizona
Joli W. Hitiggon
WN. Sicvbuls
Viale
Fey Palin
Hillman
Sante Fe
Jefferson County
Nichols
Lees
Hie
Dayenter
E Roper
East Pitts Street
Leart
Nelly Wee
AIFS
Medicine Lodge
Walt
Harmony Over Discord Guides City Council Vote
In a decisive end to heated debate the city council approved the mayor’s appointment to city engineer. Officials express hope for unity and smoother governance, urging frequent, collaborative counsel to avoid costly delays and litigation.
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Ivon
Wayur
Tia
Siuver
Sdnaely Fike & Senior Peether
Fire destroys Exposition Hall and theater in Omaha
A morning blaze in Omaha consumed the Exposition building, the adjacent theater on Fifteenth Street, and the Baptist church at Davenport. The loss is placed near 150000 with insurance likely half. Theater owner Mr Crawford faces temporary loss but plans rebuilding, with prospects of new investors and a rebuilt house soon. Katie Emmet’s scenery for a new play was in the fire, as was a prominent touring company.
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Ovsna
Nek
Expositi
Uma Fourtéeath
Piftesach
Capital Venus
Thickt Baptist Church
Fifteenth
Davenport Streets
Fifteenth Street
Varnamstree
Bio Hog
Katie Eumers
Isillarney
Katie Emmet
Ube Purnuii
Roester
New York
Carnegiemay Hove and Foogle Move Near Lake Erie
Nearby residents report surveyors between Milan and Huron mapping land and riverfront from Lake Erie to the Miirou head of navigation. They say the work is for a plant by Currects & Phipps of Mines, seeking site near Lake Erie after Johnston Steel Works moved from Johnstown to Lorain.
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Foogle
Lake Erie
Nonawank
Milan
Hurod
Miirou
Lake Ee
Ifoh
Cursects & Phipps
Johnston Steel Works
Whch
Johnatown
Loraine
Money for Bonds Paled The Stewart Syndicate Payment Complete
The Stewart syndicate has completed the payment of bonds to the New York sub treasury totaling 7,400.42 with distributions of 2,550,000 to Chicago, 2,000,000 to San Francisco, 3,520,000 to Philadelphia, and 1,240,400 to Boston.
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Stewart Syndicate
New York
Amouunt
Tessa Rel
Peiael
Chicago
San Francisco
Philadelphia
Boston
Breidenthal's Report Details Populist Campaign Costs
Official report to be filed with county clerk outlines Populist state central committee expenses totaling about $10,000. It itemizes receipts and expenditures in tens of cents, lists war costs, newspaper subscriptions, postage, expressage, stationery, supplies, speaker payments led by Annie L Disge, J. Kelly, and J. W. Leedy, and clerk hire. Burglary at Le Woolverton ice store on 70 Rensar avenue last night damaged money drawer, three suspects, electric light, and smoking witnesses. Jury verdict favored the defendant in the Chronen Book Co. case against 101.
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Cisitman
Central
Conmuittee
Clark Bia
Documenta
Mra Annie L Disge
Kelly
J. W. Leedy
Espentes
le Woolverton Ico
Rensar Avenue
Tast
Chronen Book Company
River
Amendment Vote Shows Majority Against Women Suffrage
The state board of election canvassers reconvened at 10 a.m. to finish the official count of votes cast for state officers in the November election. The amendment stands against, with a stated majority against. Official figures for state officers follow, listing candidates from Rep, Pop, and Dem parties and their vote totals across offices.
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State Board of Election
English View on Cleveland Message Puts Free Trade Policy
London papers interpret President Cleveland's annual message to Congress. Pall Mall Gazette notes faith in free trade but mocks tariff reform prospects. The Globe highlights a firm, unfriendly stance toward Britain on select issues.
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Wessace
London
Lesnox
Pall Mall Gazette
Prent Cleveland
Congress
Cleveland
America
The
Globe
Great Britain
Swartz Heads Arrested in Conspiracy to Steal Rail Debris
Chicago Dec 4 two leaders of Swartz Iron and Metal and a partner firm Graff Contracting were arrested on warrants charging conspiracy to steal. The men allegedly underweighed steel and ties from the Worlds Fair railroad in a deal with intramural railway workers and avoided payment. Ex governor Odin Bowie dies at Fairview Bowie Md. at 8 30 this morning after long service in the Democratic party. United Kingdom protectorate claims and clashes reported from Uganda territory as fighting erupts near Angori. A defamation case against Leary Call moves to January term.
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Big Chivate Motor Companion
Chicago
Swartz Iron and Metal Company
Mark Swartz
Peeddens
Seymour
Swartz
Ulso Barnett Graff
Graff Contracting Company
Swartz Company
Grail Company
Des
Leade Seligman
New York
W.& Malone
Odin Bowie Fend
Baurmons
Odin Bowie
Fairview
Tganda
Zaxgman
Loettera
Landa
Great Britain
Angori
Uganda
Kubarewa
Figima
House Decides to Begin Routine Business at Once
The house convened with about one hundred members present as the Democratic leaders moved to routine business. A late morning vote considered canal survey routes and the Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Park dedication. A bill for Arseous Ployd’s legal representatives was ruled out on a point of order amid discipline in the chamber.
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Dee 4
Ainly
Howes
Storer
Obin
Board of
Gagiivers
Mer. Outhwaite
Committee On Military Officies
Eighth United States Cavalry
Chickamaoge
Chattanooga National Park
Senate
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Budiess
Congress
Hiwnehard
Dem. la
Committee On Appropriations
Yost
Dem. Mo
West
Avigd
State Superintendent Elect Names Two Assistants
State Superintendent elect Edmund Stanley announced two assistants. Guy P. Benton of Fort Scott city schools will earn 1600 dollars. H. C. Fellows of Washington city schools will earn 1200 dollars as bond clerk. Stenographer position not yet filled with zero salary stated.
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Edmund Stanley
Guy P. Benton
Fort Scott
H.C. Fellows
Washington City
Latten
Stanley
New Stars At Grand Theatre This Saturday Night
Lady Watkie with Patti Hoss Camp head new attractions at the Grand Saturday night. Gladys Wallis leads the company, with Joe Cawthorn among notable performers from Litt y Miss Dixie. A Summer Blizzard and Nelly Rosebud headline, followed by Gustave Frotenmen's Jane.
Coal quality dispute plagues Osage City schools case
At the Osage City school board meeting the supply committee reported that coal from Peterton, sold as Osage City shaft coal, may misrepresent origin. The board noted good current deliveries, dropped the issue, and approved minor notes on tuition, a Harrison telephone, and a Christmas to New Year vacation.
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Net
Gunge City
Sis
Webster
Green Coal Combas
City Shaft
Peterton
Squires
Osage County
Yarl- Diik
Thifty-Ono
Harrison
Willet Wwe
Bosris
Davidson
Winter Commencement At High School Auditorium
The school board approved a midwinter commencement for the senior class after a narrow vote. President KB Weich opposed it but the plan passed with cost reductions by moving the ceremony to the Leh School auditorium. Seniors hoped for a grander celebration, expressing disappointment at the reduced plans and past wishes for the Grand Opera House venue and marching band.
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Beilding
Preaiiens KB Weich Wes
Comammanemert
Leh
Ivin
Grand Opera House
Marehatl
Henry L Call to Leave Legal Practice in Topeka
Henry J Call and Helph Ingalls reportedly sold their strong legal practice in Topeka and Call plans to move to New York to resume law work while Ingalls remains to wind up affairs. The sale date is uncertain with December reports noting possible January completion. Governor Hogg in Texas sought Rockefeller and Waters & Pierce assets, stating intent to compel surrender if necessary to bring them to justice. Jasper Carter, jailed inmate, attempted suicide by swallowing two portions of a powdered substance. he survived after county physician intervention.
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Calle Tayalls Boas
Henry J. Call
Helph Iaguils
Call
New York
Tiggeala
Topeke
Tie
Cali Bhe
Peka
Fest
EL Bicker
North Iopekia
Suinfortunity
Californin
Mr. Call
Mr Ingalls
Texas
Bown
Elog Rockefellers
Eustis
Acero
Tex
Dee
Hogg
Union
Missouri
Aunles
Jasper Carter
Aleias
McClintock
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