Plot to overthrow Hawaii republic unfolds in trial
A sensational conspiracy case in Hawaii centers on Americans Sheridan and Underwood alleged to plan dethroning the republic to restore a queen. The scheme allegedly offered rich concessions and a lottery franchise as rewards, including influence in San Francisco. Authorities say F H Hayselden was approached for land and island control to found a colonization nucleus and fund the lottery venture.
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Dec
Republic of Hawaii
Igbt
Sheridan
Frank Underwood
Morrow
F. H. Hayseld
Laval
Underwood
Lanai
Coriher Tall
Republic of Hawati
Hayeedoa
Iscre Island
San Fran
Rhoridan
San Francisco
Hayasetden
Street railway riots disrupt Philadelphia lines in December
Trouble broke out on the street railways as division supervisors allegedly favored certain cars this morning. Obstructions clogged tracks and threats of riot appeared on the Girard avenue branch until workers were urged to resume service. A nearby traction company office was reportedly set ablaze in Greimanstown, with losses around 20 000 dollars believed caused by arson.
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Pitta Delpbia
Prttaveerma
Girard Avenue
Secon
Third Street
Novia
John J. Welsh
Greimanstown
Public School Pupils Confront Flag Incident in New Jersey
In Fass Lom New Jersey a public school pupil Susan Brinker allegedly waved a British flag at English students. After lunch, 225 children reportedly returned with American flags, which she tore and trampled. The crowd then drove her from the building without injury.
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New Jerary School
Baryrmens
N. J. Dee
Susan Brinker
English tobacco firms halt purchases in Kentucky scare
Excitement spreads in Heppencox Kentucky after telegraphic messages from English merchants instruct local handlers to stop buying tobacco for now. The move is believed linked to fears of Venezuelan complications impacting shipments and markets.
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Heppencox
Czar backs Peace as Anglo American dispute lingers
In Bariin on December 25 Emperor William urged restraint in the Anglo American dispute. He interpreted the opinion that current tensions should not alter the balance between Britain and the United States. The czar said Russia will not push Prussia into action, warning the United States could become troublesome in the Far East if policy shifts occur.
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Bariin
William
Cleveland
United States
Far East
Reid in Arizona Praises Phoenix Climate Visit
Whitelaw Reid editor of the New York Tribune was in Phoenix for the first time since arrival. He praised the climate and local conditions, noting a theater brick house electric lights hot and cold water and electric cars nearby while expressing belief in Arizona's great future and urging outsiders to learn of its resources.
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New York Tribune
Phoenix
Pucksix
Ariz
Whitelaw Reid
Reid
Hap
Taim
Russia Offers U S Half of Gold Reserve in Loan Bid
Circulation in official circles notes a Washington Post report from New York claiming Russia would lend the United States up to 400 million dollars in gold, equal to half its holdings, to aid credit amid European powers. The claim, tied to a Venezuela crisis panic, is said to reference a two year old tender and not a current offer.
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Russia
United States
Vasursaros
Washington Post
New York
United State
Aguipet
Frm
Hothechilds
Hugh Messrs Bellidont
Popular Men Receive Paintings From Topeka Cash Dry Goods
The Topeka Cash Dry Goods Co presented two Pompeian Scenes paintings to the street car Conductor and the microracer with the most votes. Conductor Snyder led with 489 votes, McWineer Rouse with 283. The winners thanked friends and the store for supporting the impartial contest and wished everyone a merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
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Topeka Cash Dry Goods Company
Snyder
McWineer Rouse
Topeka Cash Dry Goods Co
E. Blssvore
M. Revsa
Topeka Cash Dry Goods House
Santa Claus Sawyer
Deputies Paid After Delay for Santa Fe Strike Service
Six men, Thomas Coddington E L Walker James Mc Murray B Larkin and S L Johnson, received about £1000 for guarding duties during the Santa Fe railroad strike over a year ago. Officials said the government is never in a hurry, and delays in claim allowances occurred. Coddington collected nearly £500 last eight, and his joy at Topeka was noted. The report also covers heavy snow across eastern Kansas and related weather, electrical wire issues, an accident injuring Union headquarters fireman, and a 10 percent wage advance for 20,000 Coke company workers in the Connellsville region effective January 1.
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United States Marshal
Kansas
Thomas &. Coddington
E. L. Walker
James McMurray
B Larkin
5. L. Johnson
United States Manual
Klarebal Neeley
Ferry
Fomer
Theo
Marshe Neeley
Coddington
Topeka
Santa Fe
Keneas
Arkansas City
Rock Island
Manhattan
St. Joe
McParland
Colorado
New Mexico
Texas
Christmas Observed Across Topeka as City Slows
Christmas in Topeka brings mixed bustle and quiet. Rich and poor share in holiday cheer with church services, baskets for the needy, and a Salvation Army community dinner. Government offices close, post office historic bustle gives way to holiday calm, and many stores remain shuttered.
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Topeka
Church of the Assumption
Kansas
State House
Capitol
Representative Hall
State ‘Teachers’ Association
Santa Fe
T He Court House
Olied
Bacchus
Uncle Sam
Ba Amaller
Salvation Army Hall
Christmas in Washington Steady Quiet for Cabinet
President and Mrs. Cleveland hosted a large Christmas tree as Ruth Esther and Merion opened gifts. Vice President Stevenson and daughters visited relatives in Washington while cabinet members stayed at home with family as mild, foggy weather settled over the capital.
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Jent
Washington
Ways and Mouse
Cleveland
Ruth
Esther
Merion
Wholesale Killing in Turkish Druse Fight Near Zudich
Advices report a December 21 clash between Turkish troops and Druses near Zudich with heavy casualties. Druses claim 12,200 killed or wounded, while Turks report 70 killed and 50 wounded. British ambassador demanded recall of Radi of Musch for inciting unrest amid Mussulman Christian clashes. Tax and public notices appear in mixed dispatches from various places.
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Musch
Marsus
Mussalmene
Christiaan
Trade privilege extended to New York and New Orleans
Laveuroon Cotton Association reports extending the associate member privilege to New York and New Orleans exchanges. Ferre Brown notes that directors may grant futures trading at reduced rates to these members, a change welcomed amid discussion and requests for blank forms. Also mentions a Christmas demonstration of contempt toward England and broader Venezuela-England tensions.
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Laveuroon Cotton Association
Lure
Livestear
E. Powers
United Kingdom
New York
New Orleans
Ferre Brown
Christmas Gifts At Grace Cathedral In Brotherhood Event
Christmas views at Grace Cathedral ended with Bishop Millepaugh receiving a gold button from the Brotherhood of St. Andrew. Dean Bodiey gave Canon Miner a Priest's Stole as gifts from the congregation. The report notes a stay of execution for William Tyson if a $1500 bond is posted pending appeal. The item mentions union soldiers in city rooms and G A R Hour activities with state teachers at Representative Hall.
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Bishop Millepaugh
Dean Bodiey
Grace Cathedral
Millepaugh
Gould Button
Andrew
Dean Bodiny
Brotherhood of St. Andrew
Dean Hadley
Canon Miner
Tison
Supreme Court
William Tyson
Osage City
Lincoln
Topeka
Governor Down
Wo'cleck
State Teacher Association
G. A. KR
Campaign Opens With Kansas Republicans in Strong Prearranged Rally
The 1896 Kansas Republican campaign opened last Friday at the Blossom House in Kansas City. Key figures attended, including Cy Leiand, Chas. Eli Lobdell, LE. Lambert, Lit Crum, M. Jey, and others while Bristow and Simpson were absent. The meeting pledged active support for Leland delegates and anticipated silencing anti-Leland forces. northwest Kansas representation was noted as a weakness.
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McKinley
Blossom House
Kansas City
Cy Leiand
Republican State Central Committee
National Republican Committee
Nations
Chas
Eli Lobdell
Leland Forces
LE. Lambert
United States
Kansas
Lit Crum
Deetor Neeley
M. i Jey
Coal Oil
Kelley
Joe Bristow
Jim Simpson
Leland
Corkman Cy
Northwest
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Priges
Wasner Hart
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Iowa
Lewis Investment Company
Noluon Royal Ha
Coxconn
N. H
Attorney General
Ate
Prof. Baker
St. Jobs's
Venezuela
England
Canacas
Beagle
Roe
Eogan
Julian Pauncefote
Foreign Office
Lord Salisbury
Trumbull’s Art Store
Kansas Avenue
Cy Lelind
Corsiecus
Brush Street
Scranger
Amy
Detroit
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Ginilly
Coles
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Stockyntis
Bury Stroste
Packingtown
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