Another Cold Wave Grips City With Frigid Winds
The weather report notes a 1 o clock halo and a cold front bringing snow and sleet. Temperatures plunged with Cheyenne 29 below and Omaha 22 below, while local high was 15 and the low 2 below. Winds shifted south to 15 mph as a new cold wave looms, promising subzero readings again.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weather Bureau
Tapelen
Mercury
Gare
Cheyenne
Huron
North Platte
Valentine
Suniay
Biowligr
Phesie
Chicago
Kan
Sas
St. Paul
Oma
Rock General
Rock Island
Herington
St. Joseph
Cinderella of States Wears Glass Slipper in East Visit
William Allen White returns from a Atlantic coast trip and praises Kansas as Cinderella of the states. He cites Peck and Long as key figures, notes Kansas’ improved image in the East, and remarks on Congress and local politics influencing the state’s reputation. He mentions Haversock, Curtis, Calderhead and Scott as notable Kansas legislators and comments on current parliamentary dynamics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Allen White
Atlantic Coast
Roosevelt
Peck
Tillman
Depressman
J. M. Miller
William Dean Howells
Tom Heed
White
Howells
Bax
Tim
Mr. White
Topeka
Haversock
Curtis
Calderhead
Scott
Congress
Kansas
Diller
United States
Seal
Emporia
Nervous Dyspepsia Promises Relief From Tablets
A letter from A W Sharper of Indianapolis praises Stuart Dyspepsia Tablets for nervous dyspepsia. The note claims the tablets cured stomach weakness, improved sleep, appetite, and overall health after four years of failure with other medicines. The ad asserts the product can cure many stomach issues except cancer and urges readers to request a brochure and buy from druggists.
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Blair
A. W. Sharper
No. 61
Prospect St. Indianapolis
Ind
AOW
Frogped St
Indianapolis
Stuarts Cy
Stuart Co
Marshall, Mich
Emporia Views and Kansas Footholds in a Noisy Transcript
A wandering writer compares Kansas farms and landscapes to Ohio Indiana and Illinois while noting Wichita foreclosures, old homes, and weathered outbuildings. The piece dwells on Kansas land value, cross plowing, and a quarrel over Miller's Angelus. contrasts Washington and Emporia for work and eating habits. reflects on cotton and cattle talk on trains.
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Kansas
Wichita
Murdock
Atlantic
Ohio
Indiana
Miinois
Millers
Lyon County
Emporia
Kas
U. S.A
Cotter
New Mexico
Bill
Bean
Signals Across Sea From Cornwall Wireless Telegraphy Breakthrough
Signor Marconi announced a landmark scientific advance claiming wireless signals crossed the Atlantic from Cornwall. He set up at Poldhu and Signal Hill, with daily tests from 3 to 6 pm St Johns time, reporting repeated dot-letter signals as proof of transmission.
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St. Johns
Signor Marconi
Atlantic Ocean
Cornwall
England
Atlantic
Poldhu
Signal Hill
Enteurace
Poldha
St Johns
Intervala
Marconi
Stenor Marconi
Mrs Day Sues for Divorce in El Paso Court
Mrs Martha A Day filed for divorce from Robert W Day in El Paso district court. He is chief engineer of the Rock Island Railroad, with Chicago as headquarters. She seeks alimony of 100 dollars monthly plus 300 dollars for attorneys fees, with their son Robert aged 11 and daughter Mabel 19 mentioned among the parties. The case cites Mrs Carson as a corespondent and notes Mr Day’s move to Chicago after promotion.
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Colorado Springs
Col
Martha A
Robert W. Day
el Paso
Rock Island Read
Chicago
Kngon i
West
Day
It. B. Carson
Alliany
Mrs. Day
Topeka
Scotch Songs and Dances Rend Topeka Kilts Concert
The regimental band of the 48th Highlanders in Canada performed a Scottish program at the Auditorium. They featured Highland dances and bagpipes, with reviews noting blending and execution gaps compared to Topeka bands, praising selections like Highland Laddie and The Campbells Are Coming, and characterizing the show as a novelty with spirited, circustype flair.
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Bonnie
Scotland
48Th Highlanders
His Majesty
Canada
Bobby Burns
Humber
Braeman
Dundee
Topeka
Innes
Sousa
Marshall
Paderewski
Slitter
Topeke
Kiltles
Kiltes
Eugene Lockhart
Dors
Neil McEwen
Robin Adair
Donald McCormack
Bcoth
Slatter
Thomas Lipton
Kansas Avenue
John Philip Sousa
Roosevelt Promise Sparks Topeka Pension Agency Debate
Reports from Washington claim President Roosevelt promised to appoint Col Metcalf to the Topeka pension agency, though delays and conflicting telegraphs keep action uncertain. A Kansas congressman says Roosevelt indicated such a promotion, while locals favor a U.S. marshal post and keeping the pension office for retired soldiers. The Lawrence World urges Metcalf’s appointment locally.
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Burton
Washington
Roosevelt
Col. Wilder
Metcalf
Topea Pension Agency
Coronel Metcalf
Metcalfs
Lst
Topeka Pension Agency
Moosevelt
Metcalt
Mr Toland
Colonel Metcalf
Kamas
United States
Pension Agency
Ieft
Patromm&e
Elf
Lawrence World
Half Price Market Notes and Wheat Outlook Today
Chicago markets show May wheat easing as receipts rise and trade turns bearish. Local demand slackens while global shipments influence prices. corn slips from early firmness and oats edge higher before fading. Wheat futures fall on selling pressure amid rising supplies. the market trudges through a dull session with weak activity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Suse
Were & Carr—T Cor
Minneapolis
Duluth
Westinst Samlco
Timac
Curse Drink White Ribbon Remedy Promote Temperance Cure
A 19th century notice touts White Ribbon Remedy as a secret cure for alcohol addiction. It quotes testimonials from Mrs. Moore of the Christian temperance union and Mrs. West praising its efficacy. The ad invites readers to request a free sample from Mrs. A. M. Towns, secretary, and lists Topeka druggists selling it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. M. Towns
Women's Christian Temperance Union
Tremont Atrect
Fou
Mans
Topeka
Bt. Tightman
Kansas Avenue
Market notes mixed with cattle and hog receipts
The report shows dull opening provisions trading with slightly firmer prices on higher yard rates for Hin. Cattle receipts tallied high with good to prime cattle mixed with buyers, while hogs and sheep saw varied demand. Texas and Kansas City markets indicate stock movements, with calves and bulls priced around the mid range and reports of heavier buyers on western shipments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Texas
Anid Kiger
Kansas City
Regeipes
Topeka Market Prices and New York Stocks Summary
Market prices from Topeka dairy and produce markets show declines in some items while others hold steady. New York stocks edge downward with Amalgamated Copper and traction issues. trading remains active with varied directions and Reading leading gains among rail and utility shares.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Wall Street
Amalgamated Copper
St. Paul
Pressed Steel Car Co
Point
Amalgamated Cop- T
Stil Car
Br Paul
Calon Pacidle
Atchison
Mania
Central National Bank Scams and Tax Officials Mention
A garbled OCR note references Central National Bank and a script related to tax assessments and certificates. It mentions a 58.00 amount and an individual named Edwin Knowles with an oath before a magistrate, plus references to state authorities and the IRS in a confusing ledger-like fragment.
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Astor
Topeka Cash Dry Goods Co
SSR
SAN Red Head’ Clerk
Curry Cigar CO
Harry
Sirs Morrison's
National Hotel
Charles Adams & CO
the Woman's Store
East
Prince
Chester L Long
Ieersas
Seventh District
Long
Ara Lote
Longs
Capitol
Virginia
Kanane
Mrs. Day Sues
Purman
Leland
Mra Morrison’s
Furman's
Chicago Livestock Market
Eaeasas City Livestock
Topeks
Den
Fair Refining
New Fork Money
New Pere
Smee
Ea Dees
Boo
Rfa
Central National Bank
Dhe Scheiptrolser
Ena
Nds
Elrebia
OS Trenenrer Teat
Correst
Isa
Mbe
Ay United
Ea Depomder
Shin Ae
Topeka Water Co
Quincy Street
Goorin
Eafe
Spat
Areca
Duta
Goodwin
Frags & Be & A
Sint
Aegean
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