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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 10, 1897

Page

12

Giant Pension Fraud Claims Erupt Across Nation

The article alleges widespread fraud in the pension system with claims that millions have been siphoned via inflated or duplicate awards. It discusses proposed publication of the entire pension list to purge the roll, critiques of pension attorneys, and calls to restrict pensions to honest cases, citing government losses and political pressure. Named entities include the U.S. government, veterans, widows, orphans, and Congress, plus mentions of a pension office and legal actions, with figures in the millions and tens of millions referenced.

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Astor Family Involved in New York Court Fight

John Jacob Astor helps a cousin in a New York court case over a revocation dispute. Carl Astor, formerly engaged in a suit in Jersey City, faced injuries and legal actions as neighbors pursued remedies. The case centers on Astor’s role and possible enforcement of a judgment, with mentions of Waldorf Astor and the Astor family network.

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Governor Atkinson Explains Anti Football Veto

Governor Atkinson defends veto of anti football bill amid outcry from Georgia officials and students. He cites safety, sobriety, and health as reasons while noting deaths of local students spur action. The veto sparks debate over university athletics and state competitiveness with northern schools.

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