Barber Snodgrass Kills Brakeman Upton At His Table
A Santa Fe brakeman, Charles Upton, is killed in a dispute with barber George Snodgrass. Snodgrass had long accused Upton of an improper relationship with Snodgrass’s wife. The shooting occurred as the victim was seated at Snodgrass’s table.
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Barber Snodgrass
Upton
Hery
Sehen Barber
Georee Snodgrass
Santa Fe
Beakeman
Charles Upies
Carrie Ty
Arverdty
Orton Elvo
Tie Tal- Nee
Snederist
Mpton
Huravie
Petters
Parker
The
Rious
Shierase
Avery Turser Ollicttis
Asdewig
Turner
Superinternmart Tee
AC Hd Bon
Saleraan
Biomeh
Hue
Suspicious of Courts and Debenture Claims Amid Warsted Trust
Fragmented text describes holders of debentures in Warsted Kansas Trust and Bani Le sormpady, mentioning 1 percent on bonds and disputes over representation. Funds shown include £2714 to David Auld and payments to Custier of the test OMMDany, with references to bonds and fees.
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Atentsop
Warsted Kansas ‘Trust
Bani le Sormpady
Toone
ORNL
Dr Aper s Cherry Pectoral Reduces Bronchial Coughs
A vintage testimonial promoting Dr Aper s Cherry Pectoral as a universal remedy for bronchitis and bronchial affections. The ad claims rapid cough relief, throat soothing, and better sleep, with user anecdotes from Alpen, Pa and other locales praising its efficiency and value.
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Aper
Trust Company Debenture Bond Holders Face Court Claims
The passage warns that if debenture bond holders fail to manage expenses and adhere to double liability terms, courts could force them to surrender up to nine percent of their claims as expenses. It discusses investor faith in the trust company and potential judge and court decisions.
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S Banda. Ie
Woman elector fights for jury seat in Fort Scott
Fort Scott resident Mrs RN Perdue, an ardent suffragist, declares she will insist on serving on a state court jury after being drawn for duty. Debate centers on whether voting for McKinley colors her eligibility, with local officials and a mayoral filing supporting the claim despite questions about prior juror history.
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Fort Scott
McKinley
Perdue
Matsisky
Sirk Dente
Electores
Cha
Interstate Caeh Wale Delegates Gather in City
An assemblage of figures including Delaney of Sante Fu railway, Bantonpro Piette of Carey Hil and Frack Wilew from Limverworth arrive for a local Ideretaté cake walk event led by Rebuisin of Kansas City. Kansas City division Pullman car service superintendent Bes will oversee the Atteniasce at the farmais Dee Brien of Kansas US Jim Hit and Walter Gray of Gorin are noted in Oklahoma and North Texas for their walks. Detter and Nebraska City pledge delegates with 320 expected. Jim Hall of Guthrie favored in betting.
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Dee” Brien
Kansas
Jim Hit
Walter Gray
Gorin
Oklahoma
Texas
Detter
Nebraska City
Jim Hall
Guthrie
Salina backers finance Angels stage show
Two Salina men backed J C Marhowe and a touring company by pledging about 1000 dollars to present The Heart of Cubs in the west. The Hutchinson crowd arranged costumes and ads and rehearsed the play for a week before the company arrived. Backers Yearick and Usishaw have since withdrawn support, and the investors may not recover their money as the show cost over 1000 dollars to produce.
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Salina
Hutchinses
George M. Upshes
Pike Ferrick
Youngier
J. C. Marhowe
Cubs
West Soctery
Mtna
Yedrich
Hutchinson
SEC Vine
Messrs Yearick and
Usishaw
Tetors
Marble of Gypsum Abtene Patent Process Showcased
Dec. 4 report notes Diokineon chanty stereo manufacturers probe a new Can Killins patent to make marble from gypsum. The process claims gypsum is crystallized, hardened into a white stone. Southern county beds contain seven geologic layers. proving beds could produce marketable white gypsum. Manufacturers argue the product yields better tools than competing Canadian gypsum.
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Abtene
Diokineon Chanty
Ihy Pew Cankillis
Alywee
Ae Marting
Ntunee
Glaim
Eulis
Karsas Byisum
Screen Law Test Argued in Fort Scott Court
Fort Scott December 4 Attorneys for several large manufacturers in Kansas and the Attorney General argued over the constitutional validity of the Kansas screen law and the new law extending the police powers. The case involves Benes Whisen secretary of Mount Carmel Deal company and ET Pond cashier of the Kan e Commenial company.
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Fort Scott
Boyle
Kansas
Boris
Cuvart
Yeatengay
Tesul
Gorton
Ask
Cate
Benes Whisen
Mount Carmel
Pasels ET Pond
Kane Commenial Company
Mortis Cloggett
Pittebure
Cattle loss drives Jewell County incident and pursuit
In Jewell County a cattle shipment vanished after being sent to a nonexisting firm, with Lewis Haworth and associates accused as the owner faces perplexing claims. Adams of Superior aided by tracing cows blamed for missing cattle, amid talk of theft and a financial shortfall of about 162 dollars. A relative of Haworth arrived later to sort matters as officials investigate the troubling episode.
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Jewell
Lewis Haworth
Waerhington Biship
Alem
Keanede
Coty
Adams
Superior
Cisang
Haworth
Girl Frozen to Death in Severe Wichita Storm
In Wichita a fierce storm blanketed the area causing fatalities and isolating towns. Rescue crews report multiple deaths and widespread damage as blizzard conditions persisted through the night. Local authorities warned residents to stay indoors while icy highways hindered response efforts.
Indian Grave Found Near Paola Reveals Ancient Canoe
A farmer near Paola unearthed an ancient grave during plowing. The remains indicate a man over 6 feet 7 inches tall, with few bones left but beads and buckskin fragments found. A bronze cream pitcher, likely a family heirloom, was recovered, suggesting value and status.
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Paola
FT. Crock
Pavia
Cook
Walen
Ita
Faiily Nifassionaries
New ruling limits pistottics and early closing disrupts mail
Cutinneend Falls faces unrest as the peatmaster imposes an 7 o'clock rule delaying eastbound mail. Merchants and stockmen protest the late advisory delaying market quotations, and a petition will seek reconsideration of the early opening order. Local business activity stalls as letters remain unsent and urgent cases await reply into night or early morning.
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Cutinneend Falls
Pec
Tibet
Pence Justice Recalls 41 Years Service Amid Salary Law
Fort Scott December 4 William Margrave a Kaneux area justice announced plans to resign after 41 years if a new salary law lowers fees. He claims a loophole lets Justices charge extra so emoluments stay high. If effective, many living offices would quit, potentially impacting state criminal law enforcement.
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Fort Scott
William Margrave
Kaneux
Justoe
Cookery at Lawrence Interest Draws Ladies Class
A lecture series led by Mrs Helen Arm MtrGag on domestic economy drew over 260 ladies to Lawrence for instruction in cooking. Demonstrations by Sire Armstrong accompanied each session and participants shared meals. funds support projects at Slethodist church. Local notices list participants and donors.
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Lawrence
Helen Arm- MtrGag
Sire Armstrong
Coffeyville Mayor Davis Arrested Over Joint Closings
Coffeyville mayor Watt Davis faces charges for permitting illegal joints in the city. He and City Attorney Keith supervised closings after an interview with Judge Skidmore. Independent dispatches note the move aimed to curb illegal establishments amid ongoing enforcement.
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Coffeyville
Independence
Watt Davis
Corus
Skidmore
Keith
New York Saloon Keeper Arrested in Stamp Theft Ring
Charies E. Moore som garnetist and saloon keeper was arrested in New York on a charge of receiving stolen postage stamps linked to a western gang. Postoffice Inspector Waterbury and others traced stamps worth over 150000 stolen from post offices nationwide. Links tied to Cripple Creek break in, with letters and a 514 dollar check as evidence. Moore son held on 3500 bail with case set for next Wednesday.
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New York
Charies E. Mooresom
Postoffice Inspector
Waterbury
Denver
Az Fcera
Cripple Creek
Colo
W. H. Hostetter
Oscar Dickens
Dickens
Mooreson
Coney Island
Hostetter
Moorson
Kansans Gathering in Washington for Conference
Washington notices show congressmen Botkin Curts Peters and Brogerick arriving with Ridgely and Simpson. Curtis reports Kansas in prosperous condition after a year of paying off indebtedness. He supports Hawaiian annexation and backs Cuban policy aligned with the administration, warns against rushing currency legislation.
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Washington
Osc
Kansas
Cuthicksm Congress
Curtis Sare
Cuba
Bom
Spain
Senate
House
Lodge Elections In Topeka Lodges Report Officers
A Topeka lodge roster lists elected officers for multiple lodges with names such as W. P. Bishom Foreman and W. Durie as receivers, James Anderson as representative, and various watchers and trustees. The text includes references to Apollo Lodge No. 158 A. of F. and Woodmen of America, detailing officers like G. P. Howard, A. Curry, and Geo Burteses, with incidental notes on a local banquet and endorsements of Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhea remedy by Anaheim buyers.
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Topeka
Malo
Pilson
Imagier
W. P. Bishom
Chan Gustafson
Blunck
W. Durie
Nicander M. Holoomin
Blow” Crandall
Ide
C. FL Cavert
W. Trustee
WS Chaney
G. P. Howard
Altercate
Apollo Joige
WM. W
Wright
H. Divis
Avireeer
A. G. Glidden
Roborder
LE Maxwell
Sill Curry
Arthur Deyie
Insup Watch
W. Tft
Wootere
Outside
Jdassue Serdihy Examinee
WH. Echier
James Anderson
Curry
Witham
Martin
Yverscer
G. H. Layne
Mveander John & Gagtmaeielae
G. B. Middwagh
M. EL
Studerant
James Mesrite
Engineer Machines Through Pain With Broken Leg
A C Chapman, a C B and Q locomotive engineer, kept the throttle while nursing a broken leg for two miles after a lever injury near Atton Illinois. He finished the trip to St Marys Hospital and was carried away unconscious after reaching roundhouse.
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St. Louis
St. Mary's Hospital
Chapman
Milroad
Tate
Atton
Ilinois
Altos
Dely
Himbeldt Street
Santa Fe Depot to Open Without Ceremony in Dodge City
The Santa Fe railway depot and eating house in Dodge City will open without formal ceremonies. Local figures hoped for a grand opening with dancing and a supper, but the anticipated official festivity is being declined. A dance may be held at the rink and preparations at the depot hotel for a fashionable, festive night.
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Santa Fe
Dodge City
Dodges
City Globe Republican
Santa Fe Railway
Doder City
Maauingen
Depot Hotel
Holiday fares set by western rail lines clarify rates
Western roads agree on holiday pricing with one and one third fare for three cent per mile routes and one fifth extra for higher rates. Tie tickets offer a return limit of January 4. A meeting is called for next Tuesday to finalize Chicago St Paul rate settlements.
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Chicago
Ottawa
Yukon
Winter or Burt to Lead Union Pacific Presidency
In Nebraskas gossip circle the reorganized Union Party shows active campaigning in the Chicago valley. Edwin W. Winter reportedly seeks the presidency as hints point to his rivals Burt and Orr. Widespread speculation centers on a Winter or Burt win triggering cabinet appointments and top posts within the Pacific organization.
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Union Paritie
Cmuahy Valley
Thomas M. Orr
Union Pacifica
New York
Union Pacific
Edwin W. Winter
Humace
Cp Bilt
Uurt
Calon Pacific
Winter
Burt
Offichit Gecaritaom
Receivers Appointed for Kent and Stanley Jewelers Firm
Benjamin H. Child and Edward C. Hustey were named permanent receivers for Kent and Stanley, jewelers of Providence and New York. The Rhode Island National Bank filed the petition in Supreme Court. Creditors claim the firm owes a substantial sum and is hopelessly insolvent.
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Providence
Benjamin H. Child
Edward C. Hustey
Kent & Stanley Company
Hrmsted
City
New York
Supreme Court of the
Rhode Island National Bank
Som
Slengu
Move to Open Session Debate on Hawaiian Treaty
Publicity demanded as senators consider making Hawaiian treaty debate public rather than in secret. authorities here expect public discussion will aid understanding and reception of the treaty.
Three Notorious Kansas City Burglars Captured
Kansas City police nab two burglars in the act and arrest a third via information from accomplices. Nearly all stolen goods, valued in the hundreds, recovered. Suspects identified as John Johnson George Haniourt and John Monahteh. Shaw and Tita Ryas Harricourt and Monahan sought by Denver police for similar crimes. Break-ins mostly targeted climbable porches during inner hours.
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Kansas City
Aurent
John Johnson
George Haniourt
John Monahteh
Elles Shaw
Allas Tita Ryas
Harricourt
Monahan
Denver
Fremont era scout and early Pomona settler
Dersaret, born in New York City, joined Fremont’s 1847 California expedition and helped in the Monterey sweep. He later bore dispatches to Sloat during the U S transfer of California from Mexico, serving as a lieutenant and participant in the early frontier battles and settlement of Pomona valley.
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Pomona
Cal
Flake
Pomona Valles
Dersaret
New York City
Bey
Ania
Pike
California
Monterey
Mexico
Fremont
United States
Nebraska Snow Delays Rail Lines Across State
A snowstorm hits Nebraska with six to eighteen inches along trunk lines. Trains face delays from one to three hours, with Alliance and Burlington service lightly affected. Morning Chicago trains run about an hour late while the Union Pacific lines report the greatest snowfall in central future areas north of Grand Island. Express train from St Paul and afternoon westbound Union Pacific trains show significant delays.
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Omak
Neb
Der
Cimaka
Alliance
Burlington
Union Pacific
Grand Island
Chicaca
Omaha Road
St. Paul
West
Pottery Trust Formed by East Liverpool Manufacturers
White granite and bone porcelain ware makers in East Liverpool have formed the Valley Pottery Exchange to establish minimum charges and standardize terms for kitchenware. Wheel manufacturers are not included. hope is high for broader join.
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Finebury. Wec
Liverpool
Bid Valley Pottery Exchange
Kitcnine
Mit
Ford Tity. Fo
New Santa Fe Train Plan Affects Topeka Routes
The Santa Fe announces consolidation of passenger and freight routes with Kansas City service, replacing several Topeka trains. A limited weekly schedule will be added later, with a new Cremerie location listed by Scott & Scott at 736 Kansas Avenue.
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Santa Fe
Civision
Sunt Fe
Kansas
Newton
Giada
Finujas
Threich Teopka
Wiinpoed
the Cremerie’s
New Place
TSG
Kanens Svente Scott & Scott
Creamerie
Kansas Avenue
Scott & Scot
Cuba has ample resources says Cuban authorities
Madrid dispatch reports Marshal Alayeo, Cuba’s captain general, stating there is no need for foreign aid for Cuba's wants. Senor Mora, minister for the colonies, quotes the reply and asserts Cuba relies on its own ore resources as it seeks to meet necessities.
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Marshal Biasco
Madrid
Senor Mora
Alayeo
Cuba
Eautages
Witsillrie- On
Endeasirinn
Aristocrat and Indian Bride to Marry in December
London reports that a British aristocrat and Prince Dhairep Singh plan to wed on December 28. Lady Coventry's objections are overruled and the Indian government has agreed to a yearly settlement of 2,008 pounds and 1,000,000? as part of the arrangement.
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London
Jury verdict in Grill States case on blackmail letters
A jury in Grill States found a man guilty of blackmail, with the trial detailing the sending of threatening letters and extortion schemes. The proceedings named Andrew Ney as a key defendant, and references to local officials and places appeared throughout. The verdict follows a complex set of testimonies and claims of coercion.
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Grill
Siena Werdiut
Wale Mnate
Abaye
Westavir
Eigen
Cohen Ape
Andrew Ney
John Hansman
Hanamad
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Pensions For
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Howard B. Gross
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Charles B. Stiereeewee
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State Department
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Ohio Valley Pottery Exchange
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Ken
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J. W. Phillips
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