William Allen White At Topeka Teachers Meet
The state teachers association opened its first session with a crowded hall as William Allen White, Kansas editor and educator, read a paper titled The Country Easter and the Country School. White spoke of editors, teachers, and the life they share, defending schools and stressing practical, natural education.
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Sir White
America
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Russell
Mr. White
Foyvill
Mr. Cowdrick
Misa Florence Reavener
Leavenworth
Ae Hoe
der White
Aps
Gavie Baople
Mr White
State
Wwe
Pune
New Orleans
General Lee
Jane
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Rome
The Editor and the School Teacher as Moral Forces
A reflection on the vital role of teachers and editors in shaping character and civilization. The speaker urges simplicity, kindness, and courage over wealth or fame, arguing that chief end is living bravely and cheerfully. Education and journalism should cultivate useful, humane lives and duty carried out with integrity.
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Topeka Choral Society Concert Delights Local Teachers
The arena near the auditorium was packed with teachers for a Topeka Choral Society concert last night. A reserve section for teachers overflowed with Topeka residents and non members assisting, helping raise about 200 dollars for the pipe organ fund. The program featured solos by Mrs. John A. Kivihann and Mr. Gare Hels, with encore calls. Daley Buck’s Christmas cantata The Coming of the King opened the second half, including The Prophecy and Advent sequence, with roles filled by Albert J. Shiwell Ernest G. Cotine David Bowie and W. M. Shaver Herod. Other soloists included Mrs. Frank Foster H. L. Shiver and Miss Grace Nettels.
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Pipe Organ Fond
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Airs
Frank Thorns
Adoration
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Whee Men
Albert J. Shiwell
Irnest
Cotine
David Bowie
Herod
W. M. Shaver
Sta ‘Thomas
Rank Foster
H. L. Shiver
Grace Nettels
Hill elected president amid normal school support clash
The contest for the association presidency pitted State Normal against State University with Prof J A Hill favored by Normal backers. Dark horse candidates included Elfr Nichols of the State Agricultural College and Ror Russ among others. The nominations committee selected Hill as president with a slate of officers and auditing panel announced.
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Topeka
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Erie
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Marion
J. H. Nissley
Abilene
Pitth
Prmtps County
RV. Dyer
Dickinson County
J. A. Adams
Ikwa
Lecture on Music in Public Schools by Prof Willian
Kansas traders benefited from a music lecture in public schools delivered by Prof Willian of New York City. Prof Tomine, a leading American expert, stressed that music training should shape mind heart and will to foster the right kind of men and women. He told many stories to illustrate his experience. Prof Tomkins oversees the Contumuea on BixIn rage.
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Tomine
America
End Comes to Sewell in Camden As Senate Veteran Dies
William Joyce Sewell of Camden Ireland born 1835 to 183? endured two year illness diabetes heart trouble and stoma ch conditions. A Civil War captain later brigadier general and major general he served New Jersey railroads state senate and U S Senate from 186? to 1887 and again 1901. he attended Republican national conventions and led New Jersey at World’s Fair Chicago dying at home after long public service.
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Europe
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Asheville
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Apella
William Joyce Sewell
Ireland
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New Jersey Volunteers
Chancellorsville
Gettysone
New Jersey
Pennsylvania
Camden County
Senate
Wille
United States Senate
Theodore I. Handolph
Spain
John R. McPherson
80 Miles an Hour Scranton Train Wreck in Ontario & Weather Line
A Ontario and Weather railroad coal train ran away on a steep Scranton division grade near Preston Park. It jumped a switch and plunged nearly 190 feet, killing Engineer Whiting and fireman Mullard along with two unnamed trainmen. Conductor Smith survived badly injured as the train barreled at 50 miles per hour past Winswood.
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Whiting
Mayfield Yard
Charles ‘Mullard
Carbonale
Snow Threat Forecast Across States Say Weather Map
A weather map warns of below normal temperatures in Kansas and New Mexico with possible rain snow in Utah today. Citing Cidac Semitts, forecasters expect a storm period before January 2, with a threat of snow tonight and cooler conditions Saturday. Winds shift from south to southwest at 78 to 20 miles per hour, potentially blowing Utah weather toward Kansas.
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Ofelor
Test case plan for sheriff vacancies in Kansas counties
Governor Stanley outlines a test case plan to fill sheriff vacancies only after an actual vacancy exists on January 1. He intends to appoint in one county to trigger quo warranto suits in the supreme court, then potentially fill other counties if vacancies are confirmed. Counties named include Leavenworth, Montgomery, Cowley, and Leavenworth cited as likely sites.
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Lenvenworth County
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Wedding of Chauncey Depew and May Palmer in Paris
United States Senator Chauncey M Depew and Miss May Palmer wed at the American consulate in Paris with a civil ceremony by Consul Varin Buren. The couple will have a church ceremony in Notre Dame and a later reception hosted by Countess de Sers. The legal wedding will be the church service in France.
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Chauncey M. Depew
May Palmer
United States
Wiarvld
England
Miss Pelmer
Shaw's first word on Roosevelt treasury appointment
Des Moines Iowa December 27 Governor Shaw reports President Roosevelt has sent a direct message confirming his acceptance of the secretary of the treasury portfolio. The message begins I am delighted that you have consented to accept.
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Santa Fe Train Fire Destroys Twelve Cars in Colorado
In Littleton Colorado on December 27 two sections of a Santa Fe freight train derailed. Twelve cars burned and the second section engine was badly wrecked. Fireman and engineer escaped by jumping but were severely injured.
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McCreary asks 250 leaders about amending national banks rules
Representative McCreary of Minnesota circulated questions to about 250 influential figures nationwide on amending the national bank law to allow banks to loan on real estate in small towns with rural clientele. He seeks opinions on public interest, bank eligibility, capitalization percentages, farm housing loans, and director approvals for such amendments.
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Bain
Capt Leary Dies Former Guam Governor Dies at Marine Hospital
Washington December Navy officials report Capt Richard Leary U S N died this morning in a Marine hospital. Leary, the first governor of Guam after U S possession, was relieved from command of the receiving ship due to heart trouble and granted six months leave of absence.
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Boston Navy Yard
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Judges Are Here Conference on Judicial Appointees Postponed
A hastily arranged conference for Gov. Stanley's judicial appointees was postponed as arriving appointees faced unclear paths. Names mentioned include Sam Kimble of San Attun and James Lawrenes of Wellington, with other districts and potential successors discussed amid uncertainty.
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Sam Kimble
Sanattun
Charlie Lobdell
Dighton
James Lawrenes
Wellington
Stanley
Bure Tis
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J. Mim
T. Merride
James’ Law Nirontysirst Ditrlet
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R Germ
Sim Iimbie
Fanhattin
Seimble
Eoedeh
Chirteith
Wiliam
DEWET'S RUSH REPORTED BY KITCHENER FROM JOHANNESBURG
The Johannesburg dispatch dated December 24 from Lord Kitchener says General Rundle fell back after Coronel Fideman's company at Zeefontein was heavily attacked and nearly wiped out by remade forces. Two Fusiliers and light horse were said to be in pursuit as temperatures noted in Lange Cities.
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Hill Driven Out Citizens Rise Up
Citizens protest demanding that meetings close, signaling a political confrontation and leadership shakeup as officials respond to public pressure and governance concerns. Local groups organize demonstrations and advocate for transparency and accountability in city proceedings.
Women Under Power at Quinton Heights Revival Ends
Miss Pearl Cope and Miss Ethel Long fainted during evangelist Hill’s revival at Quinton Heights. Deputy Sheriff on duty ended the series amid concern for safety. Hill and Cope warned against force or manipulation, insisting meetings would continue elsewhere while authorities monitored the situation.
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