Telegraph Era Debates and Telephony Growth Across States
A long excerpt from the Topeka State Journal discusses national issues and technology. It notes wage trends in iron mills, U.S. currency debates, and public policy toward Turkey and the Philippines, with comments on trust activity, mining in the Transvaal, and church spending overseas. It also covers the rapid expansion of telephone service in the United States, reporting counts of exchanges, miles of wire, underground lines, and rising connections, alongside social commentary on holiday practices and dressmaking woes.
Clobe Sights From the Archigon Gisha Fire Remarks
A fragmentary item notes Archigon Gisha remarks that consequences hover for every man and that some only act when a fire is involved. It also hints at a football player's picture in papers drawing little difference in coverage.
Pointed Paragraphs Reflect Quick Wits on Self and Society
A collection of satirical quips on wealth, truth, anger, and manners. Observations range from a millionaire’s daughters to a judge’s fine point, criticizing selfishness, appearances, and social foibles with concise, pointed lines.
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Chicago News
Bachelor Buttons from the New York Press
A muddled excerpt mocks marriage and domestic life, noting the “devil's business” of partnerships and parenthood. The fragment mentions married women and social judgments, implying a critique of gender roles and preferences.
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Bachelor Buttons
The
New York Press
the Devil's Business
Movement Launched to Unite Cook County Tax Bodies
Still Greater Chicago reports a movement to unite numerous Cook County taxing bodies under a proposed executive committee. The plan aims to create a coordinated policy platform and streamline assessments and governance across the county entities. The article notes preparation of an amendment to state statutes and outlines expected roles for organizers and participants.
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Cook County
Chicago
Ter
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of Lore
Patel
Grocers
Amonia Henaiiene Samp
Honest Labor Bears a Lovely Face Headline Ad
Advertising copy praises honest labor and robust health. It extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as the remedy for poor blood and fatigue, narrating testimonials from individuals like Hattie J. Taylor in Woodstown New Jersey and referencing daily work at home, shop, or store.
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Hood
America
Iola Nota Trust Capital Reaches 3 Million
The Kansas note reports Iola based Nota Trust obtaining a capital amount of 3,000,000 dollars. It highlights the fund’s size and potential impact on local finance. The report notes no further actions or dates beyond the capital figure.
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Iola Nota Trust
State Charter Board Refuses Incorporation Papers
Tola Kan Dec business men and citizens oppose the New Jersey Lanyon Zits company charter bid claiming insolvency and trust links The charter board may be misinformed and the company asserts independence Three other firms and a Palmer holding plan are named with a sulphuric melt plant and plate mill investment projected creating up to 800 jobs locally The public supports a genuine venture and the company will present bond reasons to persuade the board
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Tola
Kan
State Charter Board
Ta Fe Lanyon Zits Company
New Jersey
Jobinel
Snae
Dili
Palmer Ambany Cis
Langensuetting
Susmieinn
Progsed Corporation
A Lucky Speculation Wins $6,000 on Corn Deal
Winfield resident Dr Clyde Bull pursued a corn deal that yielded $6,000 after a sequence of bank visits and negotiations. He arranged a payment by check then converted it to cash totaling 7,000, describing a rapid profit from the transaction near Augusta, Vermont.
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Winfield
Clyde Bult
Ells
Augusta
Conversavien
Hull Woantene
Kale Corp Wes Werth
Jk Fhsiper
Aususia
AMV
Codrie
Alva
Plebt
Tw Bank
Steln
Tall
Stein
Adéren
J.C. Aven
Son of Adjutant Fox Chosen Commandant
Salina report states Froom son of Adjutant Fox has been elected to succeed Captain George F. Kisling as commandant of St Johns Stuvesers. Fox wrote a war report while in the Philippines. He is the son of Dr. Fox Kansas adjutant general. The new commandant arrives next week to resume duties, George Riving the current commander resigns after petition from Lawrence World editor.
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Froom
Salina
Fox
Twantigh Kareis
George F. Kising
St. Dotn's
Dr. Fox
Kansas
George Riving
Lawrence World
Inspectors Clash Over Coffeyville Sanitary Checks
In Coffeyville a clash erupts between sanitary officers and state inspectors as Charberlain of the state board arrives to enforce a licensing fine. The case centers on permit rules for cattle shipments into Kansas City and disputes over interstate commerce and penalties.
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Ras
Coffeyville
Coffeyvuye
United States
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State Board
Kansas
Kanens Polars
Airis
Kanens City
St Lov
St. Joserhot
Koveas
Tos
Carth Trust
Aldim
HD. Blahtoy
Thackerville
Texas
Dragelst
Street Railway Sold To New Capital Company
A Wichita Friday sale transfers all franchise rights of the local street railway to a Capitol company based in Portland Maine. The deal aims to pull the system from the Batclelder group and shift control to the new firm for about 25.00 dollars, with assets including the line and right of way. The transfer closes the public sale and begins the new operator’s control.
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Fientta
Dee
MaKintey
Capitacls
Portland
Arceed
Wichita
Sehilte
Kemia N. HL
Burglar Breaks Into Window Display At Emereths Store
Pittsburg reports a burglar smashed the front window of Emereths clothing store and stole salts of clothes valued around 200 dollars while thirty electric lamps burned, the theft committed in five minutes with no watcher nearby. In Lawrence a coal dealer was beaten by burglars and robbed of about 100 dollars as his family found him unconscious. Pensions announced for Kansans include numerous named recipients. convicts are moved to the penitentiary graveyard. western grain buyers meet for mutual protection. a Manhattan farmer, Fred Teske, hanged himself after perceived threats to his homestead.
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Emereth
Lawrence
Boma
R. A. Kier
North Leawrenor
Western
Kansas
Newton
Ratis Mare
Manhattan
Fred Teske
Center Township
Hansing Himserf
Feske
Perset
Tim
Newton Poultry Show in Martey County A sociation event
The fourth annual Newton Poultry Show will be held Saturday night featuring breeds from across the west. Nearly every breed is represented, with exhibitors from the county and beyond in a showcase of poultry.
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Newton
Det
Martey County Poultry Association
Elehty Wiffernt Tundterr
Pyramid Pile Cure Promises Quick Relief and Cure
An old-time claim describes Pyramid Pile Cure as a new suppository remedy offering immediate relief and possible complete cure for piles. It targets itching, burning, protrusion, and swelling, asserts safety with no cocaine or morphine, and quotes testimonials from a Baltimore gentleman and salesman endorsing its efficacy and urging readers to obtain the full treatment for pennies.
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Baltimore
ATK Ny
East in rude. Relates her bitter experience in Washington
A firsthand account details a woman's unenviable stay in Washington and the hardships she endured. She describes unwelcoming crowds, unfriendly reception, and a persistent sense of discomfort during her visit. The piece conveys personal disappointment and calls for improved manners.
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Washington
Adah Roberts recounts uneasy Washington visit amid comments
Washington diary excerpt shows Adah Roberts daughter of the Utah representative elect, describing harsh Eastern curiosity and insults faced in the capital. She recalls being followed and taunted in stores and elevators, noting the contrast with Western rugged virtue and vowing continued support for her father.
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Washington
Dee
Adah T. Roberts
Utah
Denver
Salt Lake City
Avery Hulmppelunt
Jesus
Wateh
Etoré
Lumas
Dr King’s New Life Pills Highlighted by Local Drugist
Bettie Biaxner, a druggist at 721 Kansas Avenue, advertises Dr King’s New Life Pills as a remedy claimed to sharpen mental clarity and improve digestion. The ad emphasizes strength and vitality as benefits.
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King
Bettie Biaxener
Kansas Avenue
Party Whips Chosen for Guarded Senate
Washington Dec 9 Republicans with thirteen likely in the Senate must keep full membership or be ready for a use call during the present Congress They have selected Congressmen from Minnesota for whip duties to maintain discipline and prevent a march being stolen from them in the next session.
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Washington
Javeney
Dramatic Rip Van Winkle at Jefferson Comedy Co
Matinee performance of Rip Van Winkle at the Jefferson Comedy Company through the Oriwn fond theater. The show offers young actors in the title role and a later Crawford engagement next week. Prices range 10 50 and free on opening night. Special features promised. Lewis Morrison and company to appear later.
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Fond Theater
Thomas Petterson Mills
Dalympie Comedy Company
Crawford Eee Acs
Mowlay
Caine
Lewis Morrison
Tle
Teeirederick the Great
Lewis Ntorfieon
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