Bright Young Lawyers Battle in Collins Trial Court
Opening arguments described as brief by Deputy County Attorney Galen Nichola and Clarence Spellman. Prosecution’s Harry Safford grilled defenses, detailing John Collins alleged social ties, finances, and the so called Jordan letter, while defense questioned motives and potential unknown assailants. Trial in progress with further remarks expected and jurors not yet ready to deliberate.
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Galen Nichola
Clarence Spellman
Kansas City
Nathy
Bo Meare
Safford
Avatar— Bnominsel
Efe
Carlina Beme
Godard
Sarford
Harden
Jetmore
Jery
Halvey Baritor
Mafford
J. G. Collins
Collins House
oThe Mar
Huta Wurelar
Mr. Collins
Collina
Mrs Collins
Harry Safford
John Collins
Kansas
Polls Hint at GOP Block on Railroad Bill
Rumors say Republicans plan to influence or remove fusion members to deny quorum and derail the railroad bill. The fusion caucus shows fluctuating attendance with reports that Armstrong and other Populists may be called home for sickness or business. A seven-member committee, with state officials, works on a bill for the caucus to consider, aiming to report today.
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Fusion
Copeland County
House
Enoug Folek
Repubican
Ue Senate
Ee Eauons
Rotberg
Atchison
Walters
Labetts
BF Ingleton
Greenwood
Charles L Rown
Sumner
Bean
Saline
William Lewis
Rawlins
C. i Walters
Oswero Hue
S—Sion
Waitera
Aimnault
Tor
H Wit
B. F. Singleton
Clk
Grown
Arkansas City
Horning
Dewl
J. Sloan
Willem Lewis
James Lewie
Brown
Pratt
Pairehild
Kingman
Jaguing
Cowley
King
Householder
Levelling
Tis
Binie
Justice Allen
G. C. Clemens
Davit Martin
Caucus
Tate
Railroad Bill Committee Debates Judicial Powers
A Populist dominated House and Senate railroad committee met in unis martine rooms to draft a bill. The session ran past 1 am with a consensus not disclosed. Rumor says the key issue was whether to grant judicial powers to the railroad board, likely to be omitted from the final bill.
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House
Senate
Unis Martine
Une
Rouse Railroad Committee
Roe
Breidenthal Bill Faces Battle for Consideration
Kansas Bank Commissioner Breidenthal backs a proposed guarantee fund to protect depositors and create uniform safety across banks. Opponents fear hurt to national banks and unfair advantage for state banks. Palenske argues the law would not injure national banks, citing past failures and broad industry opposition.
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Palenske
Wabuimiee
Alma National Bank
Vaya
State Bankers’ Association
Speal
Breidenthal
Lovie
Crows Bak
Emporia
Kirby Bank of
Abilene
Madison
Pullman Car Hygiene Sparks Legislature Talk
The writer warns that doctors warning on tuberculosis could deter travel by Pullman, calling for mandatory trip washing of blankets. He criticizes porters for merely dusting and urges the company to justify berth charges of two to three dollars with better sanitation.
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Pullman
Can Steal Her Own Child The Act Is Not a Crime in Ohio
Cleveland December 2 Judge Cissette sustains the demurrer in the indictment against ex Mayor FE Magowan Mrs Magowan and Mrs Wynn for child stealing and orders the defendants discharged The court rules the case not a valid charge against a mother The Magowans were not present and are said to be in Toronto
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Ohio
Cleveland
Cissette
FE Magowan
Greenwald Moves Retail Outfit to New Store Room
Dr J Greenwald has rented the Gueric Building at ax527 Kanens avenue and will occupy the Jaren Store Toom with te dein clothing atore. The lease covers a long term and Greenwald plans to open a fine store this spring. He has spent years in the clothing trade and aims to offer a superior stock, urging customers to visit his new location. He is a prominent member of the Commercial club and associated with Topeka business circles. For Christmas candies, see W H Batman at Le Candie confectionery, 32% Kuness ave.
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DR. J. Greenwald
Kanens Avenue
Greenwald
GT Karsae Avenue
Saul
Greeswald
Ani Bis
Topeka
Lendid
W. H. Batman
Kuness Ave
Senate Session Records First Bill Transfers Funds
The Kansas Senate opened at 9 A M with prayer by Rev J W Wallace. The roll listed 32 members present as senators adopted a resolution extending congratulations to Mr and Mrs Shane of Hackney Kansas. The first bill from the ways and means committee appropriates 31979 18 from the university fund to the general revenue fund to cover salaries previously paid from general revenue. emergency declared, bill reads three times and passes 26 to 7.
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Senate
J. W. Wallace
John B. Hesxin
D. Shane
Hackney
Han
Shane
King
Popeka
A. Swiggett
Augusta Hayes
Utenor- Tapher
Forney
Neys and Means Committee
General Revenue Fund
General Revenue ‘Fund
Topeka
State Journal
Battey
Coleman
Hessin Johnson
Mathews
Stocks
Ward
Fulton
Huntin
Jumper
Lamb
Stone
Titus
House
Frank Phillips
Jessie Julian
le Judiciary Committee
Marion Watson
M. Watson
Watson
Miston Watson
Wallack
Atchison
Mosher
Cloud Counties
Campbell
Householder
Andrews
Cooke
God
Kansas
B. F. Wallac
W. A. Mosher
Addrewa
Bir
Hanna
Treasury Rally Plans to Transfer University Funds
The Senate passed a measure to move $31,000 from the current university fund to the general revenue fund to cover expenses of the current special session. Officials asserted a safe balance in the general fund despite rumors of a cash crunch, citing $5,000 on hand and ongoing county tax inflows expected daily. Assistant treasurer Williams stated confidence in paying outstanding warrants with upcoming revenue and a $20,000 infusion next week, denying any imminent danger of the treasury going broke.
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Senate
General Revenue
Treasury Books
General Revenue Fund
House of Representatives
Speaker Street
State Board of Charities
Willams
Vaid
Treasury
John Jones Opposed as Messenger Beaten for Political Reasons
John Jones, a leading local politician, will not serve as Har Ye y’s messenger nor as a senate goalkeeper. Populists in Topeka backed opponents alleging his consistent opposition to political questions in the past four years. Critics say the “knockers” machine targeted him for his stance.
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John Jones
Messenger
John Sonte
Har‘Yey
Jones
Senate
Topeka
Protest Unconstitutional Ruling Smacks of Constitutional Review
Speaker Street declared a Republican protest against journal entry as out of order citing Article 2 Section 2 of the state constitution. He suggested opponents seek relief from the Supreme Court, governor, or secretary of state, not through the house journal.
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Senate Journal
Senate
Householder
Hessin
Journal
Jumper
Judiciary Committee
Andrews
Jumpers
See Ain
de Teater
Speaker Street
Supreme Court
Living Picture Scene Sparks Recall of Cartoon in Assembly
In a morning session Uncle Dave Heflebower met Frank Grimes near the doorway as a cheering crowd recalled Myron Waterman’s famous campaign cartoon. The piece notes new Senate clerks Adrian Sherman of Topeka for Senator Anderson and W W Wells of Belleville for Senator Ward, and includes a candy shop appeal from Le Candi in Topeka inviting early Christmas orders.
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Heflebower
Grimes
Fampus
Uncle Dave
State Treasury
Representative Hall
Frank Grimes
Senate Chamber
Myron Waterman
Dave
Senate
Adrian F. Sherman
Topeka
T. J. Anderson
W. W. Wells
Belleville
HB. Ward
In the House That There Ought Not Be Any Special Session
A terse note argues against calling a special legislative session. The piece reflects debate over whether urgency warrants extraordinary convening, urging lawmakers to address issues within the regular session. The tonè underscores procedural restraint and constitutional norms.
The Speaker Street Rulings Shake State House Debates
Protester Seaton of Atchison presses a protest as Speaker Street enforces a two thirds vote rule to block contentious bills. The session sees clashes over ruling authority, occupancy of seats, and staffing changes as House names new employees.
Archie Barnes Hurt In Topeka Incident
Archie Barnes, well known in Topeka, was seriously injured Wednesday near Minden, Nebraska. He was taken to a hospital in LePanne and is reported in serious condition. Sampson arrives at New York with naval updates. Elizabeth Miller, 34, dies after heart trouble. funeral Sunday at 2 PM from Third Christian Church.
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Archie Barnes
Topeka
Minden
Nok
Grand Island
le Parnes
Sampson
New York
Fave
Elizabeth Miller
Heart Troubin
Mra Miller
I. A
Barmuel Miller
Christian Chirch
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Niels
Helen Collies
Collins
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Gétenay
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Pish bin
Grace Collins
John
Helen Collins
Grant Meade
Gollns
John Henry Collins
Bue
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Galen Nich
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Clarench Sphumwa
Helper
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Aiso
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State University Fund
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State University
Fairchild
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