Five Stories High Mill Block Planned at First and Kansas
Joab Mulvane buys the block bounded by Kansas avenue Crane street Jackson street and First avenue. Parkhurst Davis Mercantile Co to occupy and finance a five story wholesale building with stores and warehousing fronting on Kansas avenue. An adjacent parcel on Jackson Street to host a Mulvane factory and store, with Schick’s building project planned behind the current Parkhurst Davis site. The venture signals a major warehouse retail and manufacturing expansion in Topeka, with dates and exact plans under discussion.
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Kansas Avenue
Crane
Jecksor
First Avenue
Dmulvene
First
Kankis
Dmyyis Mercariaite Company
Wililasy Hehiok Hs Loughtelmont
Jackson Street
Hotsie
Mra Burns
Jkob Skillmus
Rochester, SY
Kansan
Plist Uverdes
Joab Mulvane
Tobwl
Paerkhuret-Davis
Mt. Finn Parkhurst
Nedern
Salta
rarst-Daris Hinety
Ives
Schick
Parkinet & Davie Bulsting
Spillman
Wm. Schick
Taen
Utm
Jackson Myenbe
Tipeka
Crane Street
Gvesicombe
Schichyabeeno
Chitai
Iis
Ehout
Merschick’s
Kansas
Avetus
Early mill history and syndicate sale details emerge in old town record
The article recounts an early mill, built in intervals years ago, operated by partners and later purchased by Joab Milkate’s son. It details a complex syndicate sale, bids, and tax writs, noting $320,000 recovered line items and eventual losses, plus heirs reclaiming over $20,000 and interest.
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Gunnestion
Eppetiaaiond
Tie Easterner
Cee Vicinigr
Ar. Bkiltinan
W. Borden
Joab Milkate
Yidewitudes
Wuerbating
Gtshetitt
Alaims
Swift & Holliday
Renee Dy Auit
Cudahy Boy Reported Missing After Night Walk
The parents of Hol Cudahy Jr., 15, reported to police that night that he had disappeared after leaving to take books to a neighbor a few blocks away. He was last seen at the neighbor's home and had one dollar on him, suggesting possible kidnapping for ransom. Police Chief Bonahue joined the search with about a dozen men and dogs, while the dog remained at home, agitated. Investigators consider kidnapping as a leading theory and are extending the search tonight across Omaha.
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Omaha
Dec
Hol Cudahy, Jr
Housh
Bonahue
Cudahy
Bern
Cu- Gans
Pallos
Heta
Wearch
Bealde Walt
Conference Aims to Rehire Telegraphers in Strike Action
Chicago December report states that a committee of railway representatives seeks Santa Fe officials to reinstate striking telegraphers. The group argues sympathy should not override operational needs while stressing no return to work until demands are met. The note notes limited deserters and implies a broader corporate response is forthcoming.
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Chicago
Accentune
J. M. Barr
Santa Frailway
Santa Fe
Fremen
Confereticn
J. R. T. Austin
Vioe
The
Brotherhood of Commercial Telegraphers
Order of Railway Telegraphers
Feve
Sells divorce ends with $20000 for Mary Sells
Columbus, Dec 1 191%-The divorce of Peter Sells the circus man ends with a $20 000 money award to Mrs Mary Sells as alimony and payment of attorneys and expenses. The sensational case drew crowds as the defense rested and a surprise resolution followed.
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Columbus
Peter Sells
Mia Sells
Sells
Four Joints Raided Police Found Liquor at Each Place
Police raided four joints last night and found a keg of beer and small quantities of whisky at each venue. Arrested were George Kiauer at Kansas Avenue, Ed Ryan at 41 Kansas Avenue, Kempton at East Sixth Street, and Frank Christ at Hast Sixth Street. All men furnished bands and were released. Pingree Banquet Snubbed in Bansing Michigan December 19 Governor Pingree hosted a banquet for legislators and officials but none of the justices or railway officials attended and few state leaders joined.
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George Kiauer
Kansas Avenue
Ed Ryan
Kempton
East Sixth Street
Frank Christ
Phair
Pingree
Bansing
Mich
Supreme Court
House of Representatives
Elvet
Wreck on the Chicago Alton near Toilet Indiana
A disaster is reported on the Chicago Alton line near Toilet Indiana where a wreck at a small station below Tollert caused multiple fatalities and extensive damage. Chicago weather forecasts note high winds and cold conditions for Kansas today and tomorrow.
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Alton
Chicuee Alton Ron
Druraiond
Tollet
Rockefeller’s Latest Gift to University of Chicago
The convocation notes Rockefeller’s additional 1 500 000 gift to the University of Chicago with allocations of 1 000 000 for general needs and 500 000 for a new university building partly a library. He states donors do not interfere with instructors and recalls a pledge for free speech within the university. He emphasizes public utterances won’t be questioned by donors.
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University of Chicago
Rockefeller
De Wet forces in Cape Colony press relief move
London dispatch reports Gen Kndx forced to abandon pursuit of Gen De Wet as Boers cross the Orange river into Cape Colony. About 3,000 republicans enter the colony and a similar number reach Philipstown. De Wet with roughly 4,500 men lies northeast of Ladybrand and a Wisbure attack is anticipated.
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London
Kndx
de Wet
Cape Colony
Orange River
Caps Colony
Philipstown
Ladybrand
Wisbure
London Transit and Housing Reform Debate in 1906
The piece discusses London's housing crisis and transit fix via underground electric rail, contrasting private tunneling with Paris public works. It notes the London County Council's limited action, the financing challenges for deep tunnels, and possible shifts if a comprehensive municipal transit scheme were adopted, referencing Yerkes syndicate and Baker Street Waterloo ties.
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London
New York
Tribune
Lord Sallevery
Whitehall Rooms
Rosebery
Pitlantis
Lonnon
Paris
Metropolitin and
District Railways
Londen and Globe Finance Corporation
Baker Street
Waterloo
Ue Wit
Une
Larne
Ital
Yerkes
Charing Cross
Hampstead
Chicago
Central London
Impopeien Seabsey Este
Ace
Iecent
London, County Council
Popularity Fatal End Crowns Wisconsin Broker’s Suicide
Edward J. Freeman, a Green Bay broker and former Western Union telegraph operator, died by self inflicted gunshot last Saturday. A farewell envelope found in a tower vent pocket carried a message to friends and his dear old folks, expressing love and a wish not to face consequences. Freeman, a skilled telegraph operator, had been a prominent figure in the company’s service.
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Wisconsin
Green Bay
Wis
Edward J. Freeman
Deak Hue
Anna B
Kade” Freeman
Ceteoe
Kansan figures on butter substitute production and use
Washington reports Kansas ranks second in the nation for production of a butter substitute and notes the dairy division of the department of agriculture documents extensive state and international trade. The piece details tax data, production totals, leading districts and destinations, with commentary on retail and wholesale activity and ensuing distribution across states and territories.
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Washington
D. C
Dairy Division
Department of Agriculture
Retell Deaiers
Kansas
Ohio
Rhode Island
Indiana
Missouri
Tul~nois
New Jersey
District of Columbia
Ayarage Yale
Ono
Pennsylvania
Michigan
Masmeias
Maryland
Texas
Minnesota
Kentucky
West Virginia
Colorado
Lowistawn
Nebraska
New York
The March of the State Seats in New Year Ballot
In a rail of fragmented text a narrative hints at students, teachers, and elections shaping a city or state scene. Mentions of March, Washington, and a school setting appear amid garbled lines. The core event remains unclear and names are incomplete.
Calls to End Fees Charged to Students by State Schools
The article reports rising demands for reform in state educational institutions during the upcoming session as lawmakers and administrators push to stop mandatory fees. It notes long-standing practice of collecting incidental fees from each student, with figures suggesting per-student charges that heavily burden families.
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Legtatalere
Ileal
Becauer the
Wius Gertie
Kruger Arrives Amsterdam in Effort to End War
Mr Kruger arrived in Amsterdam and was greeted by municipal authorities. Speeches were exchanged in the royal waiting room as Abeunaut presented him to Mr Kru brace Mone. Kruger spoke of independence denied and of a war to end with God’s help. He said invaders outnumber his side ten to one and that he comes not as a fugitive but by envy government’s order. Luncheon followed at the headquarters of the South African refi.
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W. H. Sears
Lawrence
Mike Clara Farren
Red Cross Associatio
Fears
Chillicothe
Galveston
Fed Cross
Sears
Hus Palin
Cnion
State Journal
Unite of States
National Red Cross Association
Wisled
Mies Barton
National Guard
New York City
Madison Square Garden
New York
Amsterdam
Kruger
Railrodl
Abeuauet
Krubrace
Mr. Kruger
Shameful British Treatment of Women in Camps Reported
A Hague dispatch to the Journal and Advertiser recounts brutal treatment of reconcentrated women in British camps in the Transvaal. Memoirs from Klrberley describe women and children moved by train, jailed, and deprived of food while awaiting care, stirring widespread concern in Holland. A separate note from Syracuse and Pittsburg reports a 20 pound draw in a Mabcuine Athlete club event.
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New York
Hague Bayh
Holland
Transvaal
Mime Hardin
Klrberley
Potcherstroom
Kalfits
Harlem
Africa
Hanewink
Younsstews
Rily Yan
Syracuse
Inck
Lady Miles Sues Duncan Over Money From Book Sale
A New York court heard Lady Lally Miles widow of Sir Philip Mea, accuse Mrs. Duncan of Watering Place of wrongdoing in a case over the proceeds from the book Money Makes Money. The proceedings touched on alleged misappropriation and links to a theater figure, with adjournments and ongoing examination days.
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New York
Lindowanys
Lally Miles
Philip Mea
Crowlands
Bock- Stahon
Fed
Sumti Onttne
Crowded Washington Court Hears Philippines Puerto Rico Case
Washington crowded as the court heard arguments on the status of the Philippines and Puerto Rico. Attorney General Ceremon, Secretary of State Day and other officials faced questions as the government sought to justify policy under the law and constitutional powers.
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Washington
Porto Top
Mhippines
Judin Day
Pape
Dimeuy
Guneral
Pane
Alc
Philippines
Car- Tle
Cerems
Cen
Warnea
Dato
Collision in a Fog Takes Two Motormen
Indianapolis December 18 two electric interurban cars on the Greenfield and Indianapolis line collided in dense fog this morning. Motormen Jim Amary Scott and John Gladegock were injured. The wreck occurred as speeds topped the stretch through the fog and reduced visibility led to the smash.
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Indianapolis
Ind
Greenfield
Jim
Snt
Amary Scott
John Gladegock
Rae Man
Volunteer recruitment plans for Philippines shown in Manila December
A damaged clipping outlines efforts to recruit volunteers for a reenlistment drive in the Philippines. It notes anticipated incentives and references various units and locations, including mentions of the Meurty fourth Volunteer infantry and Cuba related signals. The fragmentary text mentions a Bookkeeper Wanted and an address KK care Journal.
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Manila
Cuba
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Columbus. O
Gilaries
Tam
Alowe
Ase
Mary Seili
Chiicago
Knox
Sousa's Pond
Ee World
Ieee
Paul
Lady Miles
Porto Rico
Jeanne
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