Quiet climax in court as Miss Babock appearance sways crowd
The trial heatedly shifted after Miss Frances Babock appeared, drawing a moblike crowd and delaying proceedings. Sheriff Cook testified on evidence, while Defense plans to rest next week. testimonies reveal notes about the accused’s father and a watch theft, with talk of further disclosures and a potential Topeka medical trip.
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Sheri Poeter
S. Cook
Bit Batford
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Gidard
Jdee Hazen
Xovern Ely
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Ily
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Tier
Coraniré Jury
Jobs
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Topeka
Toptka
Ernames
Taresaka Cullins
Collins
John Collins
Surea
Babcock
Wera
Harbauch
Jon Collins
Bispate
Safford
Ann Hayden
Cook
Mr .Harbaugh
Murder Trial Drags On As Sheriff Testifies In Chains
In Topeka court, Sheriff Cook faces cross examination over a homicide case tied to Collins. Lodged questions probe when and where statements were made, the revolver’s location, and Harbaugh and Johns influence. Witnesses describe shots near Collins house and possible distractions during the inquiry.
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Jobn
John
Jones
Jim
Barbaneh
Lane
Harbaugh
Jon
Harmueh
Pounderer
Collins
Jess Hieeper
Doha
Mir
Cook
Flasden
Jess Harper
Severe Cold Across the West Grips Denver and Cheyenne
The Outlook notes 19 degrees below zero in Denver and 18 at Cheyenne with Valentine Nebraska at 30 below. Warmer weather appears days away as skies stay sunny but frigid in the plains. The Post-Dispatch reports Texas snow, South Plains disruptions, and a remarkable high barometer causing unsettled conditions before a possible change.
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Dec
Valentine
Neb
Cheyenne
Wyo
Jennings
Kansas
Nebraska
Texas
Texas Duzzard
Firll
May Get a New Trial in Stacey Federal Case
A Topeka journalist known as a correspondent with ties to Pivaugnone was found guilty by a federal jury on four counts involving the production and mailing of a literary work. Stacey acknowledged writing the piece but denied involvement with the BEA case, facing maximum sentences of five years per count and fines. A defense bid for a new trial and insanity plea was argued before Judge Finer.
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Topeka News
Pivaugnone
Gwiley
Yalscey
Urie
Cie
Rothine
Bea Ae
Fae Crom
Verdler
Ion
Elterzeys
Powder works explosions kill four in Delaware
A series of five powder mill blasts at Du Pont near Wilmington, Del., at about 10:05 this morning killed Robert McHenry, John Moore, John Wright, and another man named Stewart, with several more injured. Doctors were sent from Wilmington as the blast damaged nearby buildings and routed help crews to the scene. The accident occurred when a loaded wagon overturned, spilling powder and igniting a chain reaction that destroyed portions of the Hagley yard and surrounding houses.
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Del
Dupont Powder Works
Robert McHenry
John Moore
Jom Wright
Stewart
Wilnington
Wimington
Dee
Rem
Hag Jey
Dupont
Roelt Metlrenny
John Wright
Ase
Jaren
Thomas McCann
Jake Mulhein
Samuel Stewart
Knox
MecLanehtin
Ichael Maloney
McCann
Mulhein
Ceeter
Hagley
Lower Yard
Late Testimony in Collins Case Reveals Insurance and Loans
In yesterday's session of the Collins case, witnesses described John Collins seeking a $60 loan for four years with no security beyond his name or a potential family mortgage. They discussed life insurance policies tied to Collins and his estate, with totals around $22,500 in policies and about $1,800 net to the estate after claims.
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State Journal
C. O. Knowles
J. 5. Colling
John Collins
Meres
Lawrence
W. Nellis
Topeka
J. 8
Bro. Colling
John Add Grace
Covenant Mutual
National Union
Nellis
Safford
Father Ia
Otce
Johnson Jordan
Stormont
Jane
John
St Petersburg Flood Report Stirs City
The Neva River rose nine feet overnight flooding the lower portions of St Petersburg causing panic and heavy property losses. Communication is by boat as the flood subsides now.
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St. Petersburg
Neva
Coxey Tours Pittsborg Praises Prosperity After McKinley Victory
J S Coxey of Massillon Ohio arrived in Pittsburg and reported steel and iron works operating at full time with overtime. He attributed prosperity to national stability and confidence, and stated his belief that silver is dead while expressing views on the presidential campaign.
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Pittsburg
J. S. Coxey
Massillon
Pittsborg
Coxey
McKinley
Judge Norwood Fines Soldier for Embracing Official’s Wife
In Savannah on December 9 Judge Thomas N. Norwood fined Private J E Moore of battery A First Maine artillery $500 or six months on the chain for embracing the wife of a prominent county official while intoxicated. The judge condemned the act as heathen and gave a severe lecture.
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Georgia
Savannah
Thomas N. Norwood
U.S
J. E. Moore
First Maine Artillery
Norwood
New State Lighting Plant Tested as Power Uses Rise
The executive council accepted the new state house lighting plant and turned it over for testing. Dynamos were tested to gauge capacity, with officials claiming potential for significant additional electricity. The setup aims to help the incoming Republican administration show efficiency in governing at lower cost. Meanwhile, railroad travelers face a shift as second class rates are ended starting January 1 for Texas points.
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Tee
Howes
State House
Tate
Mies
Hieys
Lucy
Why Not Topeka Starch Plant Hopes Rise
The Topeka Commercial Club seeks Stein Hirach and Co starch makers to locate a plant in Topeka Kansas. Secretary Anderson has urged attention noting Topeka’s existing plant could reopen at low cost and the region’s suitability for potato starch. The former Topeka facility fell after a manufacturers’ combine, leaving the site idle and misusing the premises.
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Topeka
Supreme Gorilla Dead Dr T H Huzza Victim of Dining Car Accident
Dr T H Huzza of Atlanta, noted physician and supreme gorilla of the Dorennized Order, died in a New York hospital after a dining car accident on a train near Falthmore. He had traveled from Atlanta, suffered abdominal contusion, and developed acute appendicitis leading to death. He was a Missouri native and active in secret societies.
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Atlanta
New York
T.H. Huzan
South
Hussa
Falthmore
Holland Fioone
Huzza Wen
Order of
United States
Missouri
Horton Shops Burn In Cold Night Fire
Horton Dec 9 The Mig Rock Island shops burned after a 1 am blaze spread through the boiler and beltshop sections. Temperatures were frigid and the response slow though fire crews confined the flames. damage includes the boiler and machinery, fully insured, with the Rock Island plant briefly endangered.
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Horton
Six Days Bike Race Sees Riders Faltering At Night
New York December 5 The six day bicycle race sees Miller and Waller lead through the night with rests scarce. Miller is behind at times and Waller occasionally breaks away though both tire under fatigue. Pierce holds steady after a late break but the frontrunners face slips and a fall or two as riders push toward morning hour.
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Waller
Millen
Wallen
Pierce
Airee Renuiner
Stevens
Manachasa Saint Joye
Cistee
Pvrington
Deere
Witwon
Board of Health
Wheeler to Lead Alabama Southern Tour from White House
President informs that General Joseph Wheeler plans a brief stop in Montgomery, Alabama on a southern trip. He will supervise the selection of colonels and inspect program details as part of his forthcoming voyage.
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Ala
Washington
Joseph Wheeler
White House
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Durime Tle
Unis
Elocriday
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