Wreck Near Vail Iowa Leaves Several Dead
A North Western passenger train collided near Vail Iowa in the early morning, overturning several cars and derailing the engine. The crash injured many passengers with some killed, another official report states no major injuries among the survivors, a relief train was dispatched and officials began inquiries.
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Vail
Golvtork
Pyeryeer
Ser Faurty
Kent
Veithit & Stibrt
Thule Ures
Chieti
Ares H. Barry
Arthweavern Nychem
Siannder Willes
Coland Parte
Colvin
Aeent Great Rasters
Omang
Oakarty
Norible
Violent earthquake rocks Curty a Castelo region
A severe morning earthquake struck Curty a Castelo, causing chimneys to collapse and widespread fear among inhabitants. The tremor disrupted buildings and daily life, with instruments in area shaken and residents left anxious by aftershocks.
Stabbing in Alley Ends With Man Hospitalized
A waiter named Barney Momans, formerly at Oxvmarle restaurant, was stabbed in an alley between Kannasavidin and Quinley streets near Seventh Street. He was taken to De Samples Bee hospital after the assault. The assailant, an employee of the Shate Pe water merrier, fled and authorities have not identified the second man seen with McMann. Police say the wound is not life threatening.
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Ule
Barney MoMans
Oxvmarle
Kannasavidin
Quinley Street
Sequin
McMann
Ste Marin
Prince Kin Tarek and Prince Bismarck Decline Reported Abroad
A Hamburg dispatch quotes a speculative alepatch noting Prince Kin Tarek’s brave ascent for imperial favor and reporting Prince Bismarck in rapid decline amid uncertain health. The wording reflects cryptic misprints and uncertain status in the international gossip around December.
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London
Hamburg
Kin Tarek
Viet
Hue
Prince Bismarck
Linde ll appointed minister to Sweden and related posts
Report notes W W Thomae of Meine named Minister to Sweden with A V Linden of To peka as secretary of Legation. Lindell, a close friend, accompanied the new minister to Topeka for a lecture but stated no reception planned. Novak bail reduced in Des Moines murder case. court denies habeas corpus and tests by percurial motion.
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W. W. Thomae
Meine
Sweden
A. V. Linden
Topeka
Legation
Pir Lindell
Ume
Thomas
Tom Moretary
Lindelt
Novak
Tes Moines
Susce Kinane
Murras
Percoh
State Board of Railroad Commissioners Reports Kansas Line Stats
Clerk J M Senier delivers the annual statistical tables for Kansas rail lines. Highlights include total stock outstanding 766,043,488.90, current liabilities 6,907,845.14, operating expenses 83,655,166.50, income from operation 44,146,?20.62, total income 45,696,667.10, taxes paid 2,000,375.20, and total mileage 507,494. Kansas City, Pittxture, and Galts firms report separately. other lines submit detailed figures.
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J. M. Senier
State Board of Ridhrund
Earninan
Allines
Intome
Alllines
Feulsteat
Lotal
Teco
Jefe
Rete Camniggs
Kansas
Kenses
Kanes
Kansas City
Pittxture Aml Galt
Katsus
Perecha Dayinje
Averame
Passenkerr
Sperrpie
Karena
Passeiger
Kan
Woman's Daily Paper shows women in every role
Paris reports a new era with a daily paper devoted to women. Women staff reporters, female compositors, and printers’ devils alleged to be members of the paper’s team. The piece notes the shift in gender roles and language reflecting the paper’s stance against male-dominated work culture.
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Paris
Jourpéllem
Antenne
Bat
Apesium
David
Erick
Snow In Topeka Tonight Warned By Weather Observer Jennings
Weather observer Jennings warns Topeka and vicinity of a probable snow storm tonight. Air readings show flakes in the air, temperature at 7 this morning was six degrees, colder than the season. Forecast suggests a heavy snow possibly, with cloudy sky and upcoming warmer spell unlikely.
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Jennings
Topeka
Indienthony
Jenninure
Kankas
Congress approves extra funds for fair display in Omaha
The senate passed a joint resolution to increase the Transcontinental Exposition budget by ten thousand dollars, allocating two thousand five hundred for a lifeboat display and adjusting government exhibit costs to about one hundred fifty seven thousand five hundred dollars.
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Washincton
Der
Senate
Oey Pateed
Ormatia
Neb
Life Saving Service
The Dolphin Afire Dispatch Boat Fire Escapes Destruction
A U S dispatch boat named Dolphin caught fire in Brooklyn today. Marines and sailors fought flames for a quarter hour, confining the blaze to the storeroom where it began, narrowly preventing wider destruction of the vessel.
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U.S
Derooklyn
United States
Dolphin
Trun
Western college reps fail to unify 1938 football rules
Three Western college representatives appointed weeks ago by the Western ballomige football heads to revise the 1938 season rules faced a setback as J A Milsum of the University of Wisconsin withdrew from the conference at a Chicago hotel meeting.
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Western College
Wee
Western Ballomige
Chicago Heach
J A Mlsum
University of Wisconsin
Magnate Hope for Union Pacific Presidency Debated
Chicago reports the Tribune outlines a belief that neither E W Winter nor Horace G Burt will become Union Pacific president. C S Mellen, descendant of Northern Pacific, is named as the most suitable candidate. Rumors say Lamont’s allies and Morgan interests shape the split, with Mellen as likely reorganized UP chief.
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Chicago
the Tribune Today
E. W. Winter
Horace G. Burt
Union Pacific
C. S. Mellen
Northern Pacific
E W. Whiter
Clark
Winter
Hughitt
Northwestern
Clmir Mad
Dir
Burns
Hin Deine
Breaidest
Hugbitt
Burt
Vinton Pacific
Northiwestern
Mellon
The
Mellen
Coloniacific
Ould
Grwdt Oepelen
Kent
Lamont
Daumont
Mr. Mellen
Southern Pacific
Thien Pacife
Calin Pacific
S. H. Clark
Iss
Iis
Will Favor Cook Sheriff Contest Outcome
The sheriff election dispute ends with Judge dismissals and hints that Kepley may secure a narrow victory. A decision expected soon, with Cook’s majority likely reduced. Kepley reportedly under pressure but may avoid a Supreme Court appeal.
Mrs Baker III Ailing Health Delays Kansas Plans
Washington D C Dev in Senator and Mrs Baker enjoy a pretty house in Washington but Mrs Baker remains ill and shows little improvement. Possible early trip for Mrs Baker and Miss Mary to Kansas for care is discussed, with Abrs. Baker's health not improving soon.
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Washington
Dev
Senator
Woodworking Machinery Makers Form National Company
United States woodworking machinery manufacturers unite under American Woodworking Machine Company chartered in New Jersey. Officers include William Duryea president and A D Hermance first vice president. The firm owns several established plants across eastern to western states and aims to cut manufacturing costs under one management. The initial capital stock is reported at 4 million dollars.
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Oal
New York
United States
Will Inc
Aw of
New Jery
Amerchan Woodwaorking Mane Company
Willam Duryea
A. D. Hermance
Willingieport
Henry C. Baker
Philadelphia
F. W. Perkins
Norwich
McCoy Credits Creedon and Hails Rising Champion
New York boxing icon Kid McCoy said after defeating Creedon that he expected to win and refused to boast, while Creedon praised McCoy as superior. James J. Corbett predicted a bright future for McCoy, noting his health discipline, endurance, ring generalship, and potential to dominate heavyweight competition with further development.
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New York
Creedon
Kid Mc Coy
Fiegameneas
Dion
Jebweye
Jan
McCoy
James J. Corbett
Charles McCoy
Creston
Nominations announced for federal posts across the Midwest
The president sent nominees including William P. Williams for assistant treasurer in Chicago and Archibald A. Youngs as port surveyor in Indianapolis. Other picks include Henry Greene for IRS first district Missouri, James L. Martin U S attorney Vermont, and George L. Darly to be consul at Martinique.
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Washington
Iena
Wm. P. Williams
United States
Chicago
Wm Penn Nixon
District of Chicago
Archibald A. Youngs
Indianapolis
Ind
Henry ©. Greene
Internal Revenue
Mtiesou
John Hi. Walkenhorst
St. Leon
Down
Amsayar
Somtad
Je Ie, Jr
Jonet
Amies
Milnois
Frank W. Perker
John HK. Mc
Miss Hanna to Wed Sister of Senator in Spring
Cleveland report notes engagement of Lilien Hanna sister of Senator Mark Hanna to Prentios Baldwin. Wedding planned for about three months in a quiet ceremony with few relatives present. Baldwin, son of a jurist, faces initial family objections but devotion wins support. Hare appearance noted as likeness to brother.
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Ohio
Cleveland
Lilien Hanna
Mark Hanna
Prentios Baldwin
Ryla- Uiven
Baldwin
Hanna
Prenties Baldwin
Jadee
True States Circuit Court
New England
Fleet
Miss Hanon
Anex Lulun Hare
Alven
Polar Weather Brings Bitter Cold to Prairie Regions
The storm center shifts across Battleford with subzero readings as St Paul and Huron report ten below. Calgary records a warm streak at 14 above as intense cold dominates the territory.
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St. Paul
Battleford
Huron
Calgary
Howe couple perishes in Grand Forks hotel fire
Grand Forks residents report that Mr. and Mrs. AC Howe died in a hotel blaze. A witness recalls Mrs Howe refused to leave, saying she would stay with her husband, despite friends urging evacuation. The couple were identified as the only occupants known in the incident.
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AC. Howe
Grand Forks
Minneapolis
Des
Insane Veteran in Custody After Police Takeover
Jacob Wagner a 63 year old one armed veteran living on Tenth and Lime was taken into custody by Detective Capron and Oliver Hunter after family concerns. He appears insane and was taken to the insane asylum. previously adjudged sane and discharged but recently troubled, police say.
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Jacob Wagner
Capron
Omlver Hunter
Tenth
Lime
Insane Asylum
Pardee Hall Fire At Lafayette College
Fire at Pardee Hall Lafayette College in Easton Pennsylvania destroys most of the four story stone building. East wing saved. center and west wing gutted. Loss includes professor J Madison Porter instruments valued at 15000 and Dr T C Porter botanical collection. Ward Abrars and museum of minerals and birds perish. incident started by a defective gas burner under an incubator. Firefighting aid arrives from Phillipsburg New Jersey.
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Pardee
Callese Hi
Lafayette College
J. Madison Porter
T. C. Porter
United States
Phillipsboro
N. J
Curtain Raiser A New Leet Opens in London Theatre
London reports a stage curtain raiser titled A New Leet by Herbert Darmley. Lord Annerly, famed for a wild past, hides as his wife and Tottie Evans confront insinuations of blackmail. In a final turn they reform and vow better lives.
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London
Herbert Darmley
Tord Annerly
Tottie Evans
M'Kinley Listens in Peoria Railroad Protest
In Peoria the Railroad Brotherhoods express strong satisfaction that President has withheld appointing Judge Edward M. Paxson to the Interstate Commerce Commission. Chief Sarzent of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen visited to protest the appointment on behalf of the rail unions.
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Peoria
Railroad Brotherhoods
Vhis City
Edward M. Paxson
Interstate Commerce Commission
mity Hot_Hame
Sarzent
The
Brotherhood of Locomotive Fremen
Kingien
Aswinet
Railroad Rotherhoods
Buffalo for Wichita
Wichita December 1 A theft report describes a large set of mules in a Santa Fe stock car. Pieces weigh around 200 pounds and total about 1210 pounds. Captured on a ranch near the Hla Grande in Texas about seven miles from Amarillo. Mr. Payne has been there eight days. loading encountered some difficulties.
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Wichita
Santa Fe
Mir
Chas
Payne
Hla Grande
Texas
Amarillo
Receiver and Fees Linked to Topeka Man Named in Court
The receiver for the Lawrence and Emporia railroad is Hiram P. Dillon of Topeka, appointed by a federal court amid unpaid $5500 in bonds. John F Dillon and Peter Wycoff are listed as true fees. In Monmouth township farmers sue to forfeit the company franchise. Denver temperature 24 hours to 8 am shows 3 degrees below zero with readings at Samm and Pucbic below and above respectively.
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Hiram P. Dillon
Topeka
Lawrence & Emporis
John F ‘Dillon
Peter Wycott
Monmouth Township
State Supreme Court
Denver
Pec
Samm
Pucbic
Topeka Trains Need Reversal to Boost City Business
The Commercial club urges reversing several trains that currently run end to end through Topeka. Morning departures to towns like Wakarusa Carbondale Scranton and Manhattan and return in the evening would allow locals to visit the capital, stay hours, and return home the same day. Additional routes from Berryton Tevis Richland Overbrook and others could similarly boost patronage and commerce.
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Topeka
Manhattan
Alma
Wakarusa
Carbondale
Scranton
Buriligamie
Exbridge
Harveyville
Pelvek
Misemiri Pacific At & Oelock
Berryton
Tevis
Richland
Overbrook
Michigan Valley
Lomax
Quenemo
Waverly
Garnett
Sul
Worth
Southwestern
Oska
Joosa
Nortonville
Valley Falls
Meriden
Horton
Mayetta
Hoyt
Topeke
City trims salaries to save two thousand dollars
The city council and Mayor Fellows cut staff to reduce expenses. The street commissioner, tax collector, and sidewall inspector face layoffs or reduced hours. Sanitary and other departments operate with minimal crews while officials promise no loss of essential service. Savings this month expected near two thousand dollars.
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Fellows
Nele McConnell
Tease Aintit
K. Withers
Sidewall
Hawe
Sanitary Department
Uontha
C. W. Bow Jer
Ehelieer
Ramsey
Congress Adjourns for Holidays After Short Session
Washington December 18 Congress adjourned until January 2. The Klondike relief bill passed its final stages before adjournment as lawmakers wrap up a brief session.
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Washington
Congress
Klondike
Raadseston
Deaths and Funerals in Kenton and Potwin
D J Menster of Kenton dies this morning at 800 Polk Street at age seven. He was a veteran and Odd Fellows member. his remains go to Kenton for burial probably tomorrow. Thomas Hobertson’s funeral was held at his granddaughter’s home in Potwin this afternoon. Amos C Martin, barber, who died by his own hand December 1, remains in De Mose and Ponwell Morgue awaiting word from his parents.
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D. J. Menster
Kenton
Polk Street
The
Odd Fellows
Thomas Hobertson
W. W Kitchell
Potwin
Amos C. Mairtin
de Mose & Ponwell Morgue
New York seeks return of Albert S. Warner from Kansas City
Jefferson City amv vec 15 dov Stephins today honored Gov Black of New Yorks requisition for the return of Albert S. Warner in jail in Kansas City Assistant District Attorney Cook of Albany left at noon for Kansas City with panels for Warne return to New York for trial on the charge of aping
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Jefferson Cy
Stephins
Gov. Black
New York
Albert S. Warner
Kansas City
Cook
Albany
Kaneas City
Warner B Y
Aping
Port Arthur Falls Under Russian Hand in War Notes
London dispatch reports Port Arthur in Russian control after Japanese evacuation. Russian engineers advanced fortifications, dockyard and workshops described as modern and extensive. Contingent aims include link to Trans Siberian Railroad and harbor access, reflecting strategic moves in the Sino Russian conflict.
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London
Port Arthur
Tao Tung
Russia
China
Miesian
Deiard
Ftuasa
Wuld
Torey
Itubisla
Ruspims
Port Arthun
Lunt
Manehurst
Trans Siberian
German steamer Darmstadt to carry volunteers East
Telegram reports the North German Lloyd steamer Darmstadt loading thousands of volunteers and war materiel for China. The Creilfel Wil is to follow with the rear and further supplies, as Germany ramps forces for the orient.
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Germany
Orient
Telat
Darmstad
Creilfel
Police Board Meeting Hints at Auctions and Reforms
A disrupted transcription shows the police board planning a regular meeting to discuss onetime auctions and potential reforms. Officials mention observing tonight and addressing patrols, elections, and staffing with aims of improving service and order.
Sudden death of conductor in Leavenworth yard
Conductor J Burton Haney of the Burlingtes died after being struck by a locomotive while preparing to couple in a railroad yard at East Leavenworth yesterday at 4 40. He fell on the tracks and was fatally injured with severe injuries to his right shoulder and back. He was traveling with his wife and young child, and had been on duty the day of the accident.
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Leavenworth, Dev
J. Burton Haney
Haar
Simost
Haney
Errest
Leavenworth
Kansas
Cts
Leland Strikes Down Local Post Office in Populist Move
Unclear text depicts Gyros Leland pursuing enemies and abolishing a small post office in Ors Dane country. Citizens vote for populist change, then Leland and Birietow suppress the office and redirect mail to Paletasia or Geary City. Mrs Carrigan reports, but Leland halts further action.
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Gyros Leland
Cy Letend
Ors
Lalirad
Leland
Vervie & Teller J
Birietow
Paletaia
Geary City
Chee Mall
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Lindell
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Woman's Daily Paper
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John F. Seitner
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Keptey
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Mrs. Baker III
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M'Coy
Penn Nixon
Miss Hanna
Polar Weather
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M'Kinley
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Hiram Dillon
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