Ward Unions A Novel Way To Make Themselves
Milwaukee labor groups propose to form ward precinct unions combining skilled workers professionals merchants and others under the banner workingmen to reach beyond trades unions. They aim to promote independent voting in city elections and reduce class prejudice by uniting diverse classes on a fraternal footing. A Federated Trades Council committee will organize clusters around January 15 as labor movements in other cities watch the progress.
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Miwacken
Wis
Dee 12
Milwaukee
Clute
Federated Trades Council
Clu
le Progreaa
Anti kissing club planned by prominent locals
A gathering of physicians and other notable residents proposes forming an anti kissing club to curb contagious throat and lingual diseases seen as spread by close contact. Members plan to wear red badges at public meetings to signal the crusade and organize a formal group. The movement grew after a visitor refused to kiss a child with a sore throat, sparking debate and a call for action.
Political maneuvering and racing notes from the Exposition era
The report blends factional talk around McKinney and Bliss with plans for a forthcoming convention. It mentions Pat, Piatt, and Alli in a web of alliances and speculates on who might secure the presidency. Also described are an exhibition race at Exposition Park, a car weight challenge, and criminal case tidbits including the Skeeter gang and a Knoxville jail execution setup.
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Jo Patehier
Om Cie
Kaxsss
Pate i
Imviand
Hissodri
Patehen
Exposition Driving Park
AL Dallas
Texas
Justness
Parden
Kylend
Ano Patel
Garry SU
Bob Stewart
Lyland T
Suck Corry
Poteheu
Turkey to urge Berlin treaty powers on arms inquiry
Vienna dispatch reports the Turkish sultan asked Berlin treaty signatories to form a commission to investigate armed outrages in a move toward collective action. The note aims to prompt delegates toward coordinated response and potential enforcement.
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Turkey
Vienna
Berlin
Patie
Des Moines Vote Totals Show Secretary of State Result
Des Moines December reports reveal vote totals for secretary of state with 42,500 cast. Democrats lead with 39,396 while Republicans trail at 7,495 amid chaotic counts and adjustments. The article notes a large plurality and shifting figures across the state.
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Rrpobhicane
Des Moines
Towa
Annte
Got
Crane
Mitchell
Hillmon case arouses territory as suspect man freed
In Temes Ariz on December 12 a man jailed for the Hillmon mystery was released after enticement papers delayed. Authorities believed the suspect to be J W Hillmon but two Kansas relatives later identified the detainee as not the missing man. The case drew wide attention as officers pursued months of searching, while the real Hillmon remains sought.
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Wasarxuron
Peffer Dea
Whedom
Republicag
Tari
Jones
Tre Committee
Othir
Monert
Eviease Sen
Fort Sith
Tee
Hed
Keledtvert
Temes
Ariz
Dee
Ines
Texas
Uuref Alance
Tombstone
Kungsus
Hillmon
Kansas
J. W. Hillmon
L&r Hersdyn
Franklin County
Ile
Tornado Ravages Forsythe Georgia Causing Damages And Injuries
A powerful tornado struck Forsythe Georgia around 3 am with extensive destruction. The Methodist church was destroyed and many shops along the square suffered roof damage and water exposure. Several residents were injured and property losses range up to 330,000 dollars.
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Forsythe
Forstrhhe
Derk
Mexico Needs Laborers for Coffee Crop Shortage
Reports from Maxi City note a signal drop in labor due to scarce workers, risking a large portion of this season’s coffee harvest. Customs data show exports of 7,500,000 poné valued at 1800 dollars, with the United States receiving the largest share of shipments.
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Tintama
Bostox
Desert Manufacturing Company
SMV Sotton
Alsbams City
Ala
Chico Mills SapRot
Massachusetta
Madacascar
Stesmehip ‘Trasmaddy Ia
Maxi City
United Stites
Ady and Peters Plan Stirring Senate Bid In Seventh District
A leaked memorandum from a Seventh district legislator hints at a joint bid by Joseph W. Ady and J. Barton for the U S Senate. The piece notes friendly forces within the camp and signals rival candidates like Cyrus Le Dau and others preparing to announce.
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Ons
Thie
Joseph W. Ady
J. Barton
Son Bion
Galicia
Sluwe Fagy
Os Ady
Paris
Tru
Ady Gerous
Mtr. Giurton
Tie Copuidod
Aftek
Burton
Cyrus Ledau
Sue Pomeciia
Major. Hood Sre
Buc County
Morrill
Atchisun
Widote
le Tas Soen
Astor Gets Even in Tramp Garvey Conviction
New York records reveal Joan Garvey, a widely publicized tramp, convicted of Megully entering John Jacob Astor's house after an attempt to convict for attempted hurrliry failed. Garvey slept twenty three hours daily since arrest and spent the rest on meals.
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New York
Bec
Joan Garvey
Cael
The Women Would Work If Police Law Repealed
WLP Sterne comments on repealing the police law and placing enforcement in municipal hands. He notes uncertainty about rescinding the law and discusses potential effects on women’s involvement and enforcement in big Kansas cities. The column mix includes theater notes, personal moves, and brief society items.
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Wlp
Sterne
Kansas
Lyman Gage Urges Simple Currency Plan at Hearing
A letter from Lyman T. Gage, Chicago banker, discussed before the House committee on banking and currency, endorsing a simplified plan to move government currency issuance to banks. He proposes issuing 210 million dollars in bonds, accepting legal tender as payment, amending the national banking act, and reducing circulating-note taxes to restore balance without wholesale contraction.
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Wasuixaron
Lyman T. Gage
Chicago
House Committee
Ah. Giagé
Treae Ory Ma Gugesaid
Win
Digi
United States
Treasury
Heture
Carlisle
Net
Striking the Assistant at Asylum Prompts Inquiry
Report details alleged abuse at a state asylum involving Dr McCasey and assistant superintendent Mrs Kneiberg. Incident after supper includes a shove and arm strike as tensions rise over patient discharge and management, with calls for a legislature inquiry and blame apportioned to the superintendent.
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Dr. Kneiberg
McCasey
Pack
Raelberg
Bessie
Fourteenth Annual American Federation Session Opens
Desven December 12 marks the second day of the federation’s fourteenth annual conven tion with full attendance. Committees on Resolutions Organization Grievances and Local federated bodies are announced. Rules report preserves prior practice while unions press against compulsory arbitration. Notable address by Rev Myron W Reed of Denver on Paupers and Sulvinaires draws applause. Governor Waite invited for Thursday remarks as President Gompers extends sympathy.
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American Federation
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Keneban
Samuels
William Anderson
W. J. Mahon
LM. Stern
A. Jurnseth
Brauedweiger
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George W. J. Lint
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Rand McNaily Publishing Company
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England
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Myron W. Reed
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Ely
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Ile
Tia
Waite
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Hees
Metinire
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Wate
O'Eluck
Sir John Thompson Dead Amid Privy Council Meeting
Sir John Thompson the Canadian prime minister died today after a Privy Council meeting at Winker, Wisson, Eng, Der 12. He had been en route to join cabinet ministers at Pudding rail station Lond. After a luncheon break following the council, he suddenly fell ill and expired, with heart disease presumed as the cause.
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Domestic science talks highlight annual agriculture meeting
State Board of Agriculture plans an annual meeting largely for ladies with Nellie S Kedzie of the state college delivering a keynote on Domestic Science. Miss Gertrude Coburn, a Kansas graduate, will discuss Manual Training for Our Girls. A Madagascar dispute and a proposed pension bill for Mrs Banks are noted, along with copyright treaty extension to Australia and Newfoundland.
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Nellie S Kedzie
State Agricultures College
Gertrude Coburn
Kansas Agricultural College
Menomonee
Wik
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