MacDonald Chosen for Norton County Delegation Leader
Norton County selects John MacDonald Topeka editor of the Western School Journal as president of the Teachers' Association. F Ticker Norton, S B Fogs Howard, B D Van Ostrand Marign named superintendents. executive committee includes T KE Fanta Kansas City and others. The group plans annual meeting, election of secretary treasurer to follow, with focus on advocacy for teachers and library projects.
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Wilery
Tre
Etternoyn
John MacDonald
Topeka
The
Western School Journal
F. Ticker
Norton
B. Fogs
Howard
B. D. van Ostrand
Marign
T. KE
T. KE. Fanta, Kansas City
Deghet
Butchinson
Romy Howard
Peart
Am Cents
Actiml
Ravin
Hye Jugation
Kanske Teachers' Association
Crane & Co Entertain One Thousand Teachers
Crane and Company hosted an event for about 1000 teachers at its Kansas City publishing works. Visitors viewed book production from manuscript to finished product and 100,000 school texts were shown ready for shipment, with souvenir copies of Crane publications distributed.
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Crane & Company
Pally
Tykesetters
Mangal
Hoenschel
Crane &Company
Wednes Way
Crang & Company
Kent
Kansas
Stanford and Andrews Speak at Grand Opera House Lectures
The largest tee is noted as a proportion in county employment. Pratt Boslamin Andrews, president of the university, will lecture this afternoon at the Grand Opera House. David Starr Jordan of Stanford University delivered the previous talk at the venue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tonlebt Werth
Pratt Boslamin Andrews
Ae University
Icebergs sighted near Chicago amid lake dangers
Icebergs were sighted off Waukegan and observed through glasses by lake travelers. The floating ice chunks loom large, hindering navigation toward Mackinaw or Milwaukee as observers on the lake reported distant, scattered blocks with no other icebergs visible nearby. In Washington, an appointment to a government post was anticipated, with details about a clerical head and military duties noted. Photographs and souvenirs were advertised by a music store on Kansas Avenue.
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Chicago
Lake Michigan
Atlantic
Wetieres
Larry Thourh
Rayiened
Mackinaw
Milwaukee
Kansan visitors tour complete school book plant
Teachers from Welock inspected the only complete school text book plant in the west. The firm impressed guests with its facilities and entertainments, receiving praise for the completeness of its operations and the value for Kansas children.
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Welock
Kanses
Chased by a car on West Sixth Street
Assistant superintendent of telegraph for Rock Island, Mir A Fo Lingarete, escaped injury when an electric car jumped the track near Harrison Street and narrowly failed to strike his horse. The horse maneuvered toward the sidewalk, guiding the carriage away from collision, then returned to Hartieon Street before stopping.
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West Sixth Street
Mir
A. Fo Lingarete
Telegraph
Rock Island
Isermia
Harrison Street
Normnite
Methodist Church
Aircet Agai
Mothed Clothing Law Trouble for Shem Kepley
Shem Kepley faces liability after attaching part of the U S House clothing stock to a claim with an eastern firm. The clothes were stored in a court horse awaiting case disposition but moths began eating the garments. A Fox days ago the garments were overhauled and filled with tobacco, yet concerns remain. AB Quinton notified Sheriff Hepler that he would be responsible for damages while in possession, arguing the moths are beyond his jurisdiction and that he is not liable for their damage.
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Shem Kepley
U. S. House
R A. Fox
AB Quinton
Sherif Hepler
Charleston Ball Incident Stirs Southern Actress Bowes
New York World's account details Miss Charlotte Crane of Hoyt's A Stranger in New York denying discussion of a Charleston Christmas ball episode. Cadet Peterson ordered from the ballroom by Captain Haiilat, prompting Crane to condemn the insult as a painful, prejudiced display by certain elite. Crane, a Southern girl with Virginian roots, recalls courteous treatment elsewhere and asserts lingering pride in her profession.
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New York World
Lottie Bowes
Charleston
New York
Jacksonville
Fin
Charlotte Crane
Hoyt
Haiilat
Chace
Peterson
Sany
Tel
Sharmef
Citadel
Midwest
Virginia
Waterton
Dre Jones
Kenown
Bowes
Post
Chase
Batlroom
Ise Crane
Fuss Amid Doctors State Board Probe Mostly Public Interest
Dr Gill faces charges of neglect of official duties before the state board of health. F J Crowe prosecutes for the complainants with TH Bain defending Dr Gill. The inquiry session excludes reporters and spectators as it proceeds through the day. Board members include KM Woaver Wakbridge PF Wichn and others from Topeka Madison and Chase. The hearing aims to show the board’s work and impact on public health in the state.
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State Board of Health
Mr. Gill
Guy Span
F. J. Crowe
Gill
TH. Bain
Star Chamber
KM. Woaver
Huleteat
M. Trivest
Wakbridge
W. Pichn
Bill's Rapids
A. Ji
Focht
Madison
A. M. Eidson
Topeka
We. Jenney
Sotimi
G. Bohrer
Chase
State Officers Made Honorary Horticultural Society Members
The State Horticultural Society voted to make state officers honorary members. An amendment proposed today would, if adopted at next year’s annual meeting, change the society’s name to the State Board of Horticulture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Horticultural Society
State Board of Hurriculture
Musical feature at Riley County teachers meeting
A musical feature shows the Riley County Teachers' Quartet with Misses Wilhelmina Spohr Delpha Hoop Gertrude Lyman and pianist Gertrude Hausenbeck. Curtis Freck of Anaheim California praises Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy after trial. The five dollar and six cent price continues at all druggists.
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Atcrist
Riley County
Wilhelmina
Louise Spohr
Delpha Hoop
Gertrude Lyman
Giertrude Hausenbeck
Chamberlain
Curtis Freck
Anaheim
California
Head Nurse at Salvation Army Hospital Resigns
Harber, head nurse at the Salvation Army Hospital, resigned after three months in charge. He came from Pueblo Colorado and is Catholic, which officials say conflicted with the Army's views. He cites private nursing plans. money matters are denied as a cause. The hospital reports continued good work and smooth operations.
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Salvation Army Hospital
Harber
Salvation Army Patro
Pueblo
Colo
Salvation Army
Army
Hanna on the Republican ticket sparks party debate
A Columbus scene shows critics blasting Hanna as a candidate and questioning his independence. Rival supporters accuse him of being tied to monopoly interests and weak leadership, while Hanna backers claim he would unite Republicans and win votes.
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Columbus
Dee
Hanne
Calvin
Brice
Lone
Hanna
Democratic
Payne
Senate
Sagaslows
Holt
Heath
Tri
Charen Kinnex
Cartollidate
S Tate
Tate Coinetites
Sale
Charles Kurts
Hannan
Schintz Acquitted of Larceny Charge in Chicago Trial
Chicago reports lawyer and private banker Schintz, who faced months of accusations over a large embezzlement claim, was acquitted of larceny regarding old funds tied to Cvont Meld Pootuna. Hall H. Behintz, bank cashier, was likewise acquitted of the same charge. Similar cases, including a £100 embezzlement from the estate of Fhane Erte, te, are set for upcoming trials.
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Chicago
Gorem Schintz
Cvont
Hall H. Behintz
Theodore Schints Bank
Dhe
Fhane Erte
Bank payout aids Brunswick institution in crash relief
In Brunswick Georgia on December 30 depositors of the failed bank will likely be paid without government aid. Provident Madden has retained all funds deposited the previous day and individual deposits are not expected to exceed a set amount while extra currency arrived to support the bank.
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Brunswick
Oon
Provident Madden
Doppalion
Mud Run man charged in sister’s fatal blow
Special to the Times-Star reports James McCos of Mud Run near Hiping killed his sister Miss Shamblin with a punch after forbidding her to go to school. A violent blow to the neck killed her instantly.
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Cincinnati
Dera
Millwood
Times-Star
James McCos
Mud Run
Tnan
Shamblin
Fight Over Insurance on James Bevier Life
Judge Hazen presides as a dispute over 52509 life insurance moved to court. Bevier divorced before death, his former wife claimed benefits, a child from a prior marriage also sought payout, Mamie Bevier a state printer aide claimed part, insurance company paid into court. Grain cereal ad appears in text with brand Grain-C marketed as coffee substitute.
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James Bevier
Hazen
Bevier
Amney
Mamie Bevier
Clalis
Bevier i
Parks
The Curtiss Children In Jail In North Topeka Case
Jennie Curliss a 12 year old daughter of Annie M Curliss of North Topeka was taken into custody by police with plans to send her to Beloit industrial school for girls. Her brother Frank 12 faces cruelty to animals charges. The Curtiss Bishup family history prompted local public calls for reform and juvenile detention moves.
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Jennie Curliss
Annie M. Curtiss
North Topeka
Beloit Industrial School
Frank Curtiss
Stort
Annie
D.C. Titleteen
Jones
Frank
Benlrabi
Annie M. Curliss
Tilintson
Farsily
Thorpe
Steele Mae
Reform School
Curtise-Blohup
Topeka
Mariy Grart
Annie M. Curilas
Bishop
Steele
Burningwan may cut Denver Chickgo run time
Denver observers report that the Burningwan could reduce the Denver to Chickko fast train run to two or two and a half hours. Rumor says the line would start from either terminal in the morning instead of the present evening schedule. The current timetable shows the train on the road two nights and one day.
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Denver
Chickko
Iin
Revolt in Salvador prompts U S gunboat dispatch
A Salvadoran revolt threat triggers U S naval action. The Marietta, at Mare Island, is ordered to La Libertad to assist under orders from the State and Navy departments. Consul John Jenkins reports alarming conditions and requests a warship as the distance to La Libertad is about 2500 miles, with two weeks expected to cover the voyage.
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New York
Washington
Salvador
Navy Department
State Department
Marietta
Mare Island
Monduras
Nicaragua
Guiterres
Durrants sue ex juror Smyth for slander in San Francisco
Mrs Isabella M Durrant and Willim A Durrant sued ex Juror Smyth for slander seeking 100 damages. The complaint sworn by Mr Durrant names General John W Dickin son and W W Foote as attorneys for the Durrants. Smyth had accused Durrant of being a moral monster in remarks reported from the case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Isabella M. Durrant
Willim A. Durrant Martin
Theodoore Durrant
Smyth
Durrant
John WM. Dickinson
W. W. Foote
Durrants
Tennessee Rail Line Beginnings From Nashville to Knoxville
Colonel Jere Baxter of St Louis and partners paid the first installment on the Tennessee railroad project. Delegates Dereon from New York and Morris from Nashville arrived from Crossville to witness the initial payment as plans to extend the line from Crossville to Nashville proceed to the next phase.
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Nashville
Knoxville
Chattanooga
Tenn
Jere Baxter
St. Louis
Aesadata
D. Chepman
T. C. Dereon
New York
H. L. Morris
Crossville
HBL
Tennessee
Epexville
Nawnville
Baxter
Des Moines Charity Ball Dazzles 1000 Attendees
Des Moines December 1 The chartts ball last night showcased fashion and wealth with nearly 1000 attendees. A comic by the Biks entertained and an exhibition aided Modern Wonder charities. The event is expected to net funds for local charities through ticket sales and donations.
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Des Moines
Biks
City of Topeka Salls to Alaska with 209 passengers
The steamer City of Topeka sailed from Tacoma in December with a full freight cargo and 209 passengers including many tradesmen bound for the interior, signaling a busy voyage.
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Tacoma
Alaska
Interior
Adirondack Forest Preserve Eyes More State Aid
New York forest preserve commissioners met to consider their annual report and seek additional funding. They have spent about 1.06 million and will request another million to continue Adirondack purchases. A chimney fire on Kansas Avenue caused a false alarm due to heavy smoke.
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Adirondacks
New York
Forest Preserve Commissioners
Adirondack
Kansas Avenue
Too Many Teachers in Kansas Declared by TO O HAN CHEERS
A. R. Taylor of the state normal school argues there are one third too many teachers in Kansas. He urges fewer teaching certificates issued this year and criticizes county superintendent officers for laxity. He warns of a dangerous condition if weaknesses are not addressed promptly to aid schools.
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A. R. Taylor
State Normal School
Kansas
X rays declared harmless by French surgeon
In a St. Louis letter physician reports George Apostol claims to prevent X ray harm by grounding the machine with a metallic circuit. He says he has treated hundreds without deleterious effects, asserting safety from this method.
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St. Louis
George Apostol
Apostoll
Cripple Creek Tunnel Sale Nears Completion
At Cripple Creek the Moffatt Bush tunnel Ophelia project resumes after a stoppage. Mines Intersection Syndicate Limited of London has purchased the enterprise, with original owners including David H. Moffat and William Bush retaining an interest. The London firm is said to have paid about 400000 dollars, though the total value of the venture is not fixed. The tunnel is expected to yield about 50 veins of ore.
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Denver
Ophelia
Cripple Creek
Mines Intersection Syndicate, Limited
London
David Hi. Moffart
Wen. Bush
Walter Cheosman
L. F. Campbell
Phoenix to Retire from Kansas Santa Fe Insurance
The Phoenix assurance company of London plans to withdraw from Kansas risking its $1,700,000 Santa Fe property coverage. Questions arise on whether it can retain Santa Fe business without a Kansas license as Abe Nall forced payment of a 2 percent fire tax, enriching Topeka fire department.
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Phoenix Assurance Company
London
Eng
Santa Fe
Bis
Kansas
Abe Nall
Topeka
COL MORRISON S PLANS
Washington February 2 There is no truth in the report that Colonel William T Morrison will seek re election to Congress after his retirement from the interstate commerce commission He says I may have some plum regarding the future but sitting for Congress is not one of them I shall leave Washington soon after being relieved of my duties and shall practice law at my old home I am 7 years at age but I am not tired of working or living I hope to get to Washington again but not as a politician
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Washington
Willam T Morrison
Congress
Col. Morrison
Socialist Martha Avery Acquitted in Speaking Objection
Martha A Moore Avery, a Boston socialist, was acquitted today of charges for speaking from a chair at a public festival, after denying intent to obstruct. The court found her not guilty, a verdict seen as a victory for socialist speakers barred from public streets and parks.
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Boston
Martha A Moore
Avery
Socializia
Vanderbilt group plans continued town improvements
Fragmented OCR reports a Vanderbilt linked group noting absent leadership for a year while a traveler is away. It mentions gifts for employees and wives, debates over water supply adequacy, and ongoing town improvements with new purchases and general work advancing day by day.
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Asherilie
D. C
Mr. Vanderbilt
Nevis
Vaniterbit
Geert, Im
Uhl
McLeod's Successor Named for Wichita Route
M Leod’s successor is H S Ray, current city passenger agent at Flock Island road in Wichita. He will replace F E McLeod, who moves to a new post. Ray has served in Wichita a year, previously from Des Moines, where B M Duncan is noted as a prominent traveling agent. If Duncan declines Wichita post, H C Hasbury may receive the ticket agent role.
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H. 5
Ray
Flock Island Road
Wichita
FE. B. McLeod
Andeeson
Wichite
Dew Moines
BM. Duncan
Pionent
City
Duncan
Char Hascumby
Tathett
Des Moines Hosts Prohibition League Delegates Meeting
The Des Moines gathering of One Hundred Delegates from the OWA Anti-Saloon League endorses continued temperance work, with Dunshoo presiding and Williams outlining future league actions. Joel Greunization reports strong attendance and rising interest in prohibition efforts.
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Des Moines
Cestion Limbrrow
Dunshoo
Willams
League
Lelethiken Fbhe Wierk
Tbe Prospetin
Joel Greunizetion
Closely Confined to His Room at Georgia Winter Resort
Fragmented local item notes HANDY SERIOUSLY confined to a room at a Georgia winter resort near Augusta. Mentions Paris exposition, Bel Air hotel, and local figures with scattered references to December events and a church service for George Washington. Includes medical ad copy and minor names.
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Georgia
Augusta
Mones
United Suites
Paris
Imi
Bel Air
Cuburboys
Thie Etypia
Lbcidy
Ant A. G. Baker
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Norton County
Teachers' Association
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Northern Suburbs
A Eanson
F. Metager
Ravees
Meteier
Mrn Militar
ehlAl Clerk
Bia Meerepery
Reowlwine Elmet Ailone
Hiterior de Bartmerit
Und
Rentry Music Store
A. R. Lingarelt
Kepley
Teachers’ Association
Ohio
Marcus
Schintz
FIGHT
Ida M. Bevier
Mocka
Java
Cremerie
Scott & Scott
Curtiss
U.S
NEW Tennessee Railroad
Brilliant Society
Topeka Salls
Too Han
Taylor
Phoenix
Insurance Company
Rehey
Biltmore All Right
M’leod
the Rock Island
Iet
OWA Anti-Saloon League
George
Waenington
Dec
Wal
Henry Genege
James A. Hearne
Wd, Vinsant
Jerey Simsom
Scott & Beott
Eureka Chemical and Manufacturing Co
la Crosse
Wis
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