Notorious Botkin Poison Trial Ends With Life Sentence
Mrs Cordelia Botkin found guilty of murdering Mrs John P Dunning by poison laced candy sent through the mails. Jury imposes life imprisonment. verdict follows a tense Dover Delaware trial with dramatic courtroom scenes and Botkin's composed reaction after the verdict. The judge declares the sentence to be life confinement in the state penitentiary.
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Cerelie Mothil
Stra
John P. Dunning
Dover
Del
Rft Opiniine
Botkin
Ami
Charne
Forenan
Abe
Amd
Foitin Hed
Ifle
Vomen
Mia
New Firm in Town Sparks Urban Art Display
In Topeka a new firm opens with an artistic display on Sixth and Kangas Eyvsiur corner. The exhibit, lauded as high quality artwork, highlights local talent and boosts the area’s cultural profile amid active insurance and business efforts.
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Sixth
Kangas Eyvsiur
Iain Criswell
Opeka
Topeka
Status of Prohibition and Constitutional Convention Debate
A summary of the debate over prohibition focuses on whether a constitutional convention will be called, contingent on legislative action. Prohibition opponents fear repeal without an alternate law, while supporters argue measures do not address replacement provisions. The Murray law remains central to the contention.
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Oligokney
House
Soei Aerocodues
Itis
Panlroad
Riilroad
Treithe Chargis
Leive
Leive, and May At Tte
Ite
Ponpr
Court of Chancery
Ste. Bt
Ohio
Supreme Court
Governor Leedy Fails to Sign Large Appropriation Bill
News reports that the Kansas legislature cannot draw funds from the treasury until next Tuesday as Governor Leedy travels to Kansas City and fails to sign the appropriation bill. The bill moved swiftly from house to senate but was not signed before his departure, drawing criticism from members and causing payroll delays for about 200 state employees and clerks awaiting warrants.
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Iato
Topeka
Senate
Leedy
Kansas City
Jine
State Journal
Leady
Legislature May Not Adjourn Early Next Week
The senate rejected Senator Heimich's measure to adjourn at close of business today. The chamber likely will stay in session through next week, possibly into the following Monday, extending proceedings beyond Wednesday as initially planned.
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Senate
Heimich
Hosienn
Senate Journal Protest Becomes Record
The Saturday afternoon Senate admitted a protest into the journal after a dispute over journal entry. Senator Hessin challenged constitutional rules as a House member sought to block the note, winning the point. The chamber then moved to committee to consider Senator Ryan's bill creating the state society, with Senator Parretigci presiding.
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Legis
Hensin
Householder
Senate
Hessin
Tire
Ryan
Dill
State Society of Minem
Parretigci
Keefer Keeps House Waiting Five Minutes Late Call
In Committee of the Whole Keefer failed to call the house to order promptly as Telegraph Bil Speaker Street ran late. The afternoon session opened with delay and continued with sporadic adjournments and brief remarks.
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Keefer
Speaker Street
Jafternoom
Unclear historic senate session notes with names
Fragmentary OCR records a sergeant-at-arms, secretary, and attendees at a senate event. Mentions of Krefer of Stavenworth and Madamie Kenta appear, with a reference to Keefer and a tariff of 30 cents for ten words. The text is garbled and lacks a coherent narrative or dates.
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Senate
Watastt
Pete Rabel
Toisesa Takacs
Krefer
Stavenworth
Madamie Kenta
The Railroad Law Enacted by State Legislature
A long historic bill outlining the structure of a court of visitation to regulate railroad rates and practices. It creates a three-judge court, details appointments, salaries, duties, and procedures for complaints, information, and enforcement, including penalties for noncompliance and rules on hearings, deposits, and appeals.
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Senate
Kriven
United States
Secretary of State
Supreme Court
Cypitel
Mate Xolicitor
Tve
Court of Equity
Reid Court
Lald at Lelands Door
Republican managers in Shawnee county are in semi consternation over claims that Cy Leland intends to dictate county appointments. The dispute centers on control of local patronage and governance.
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Leland
Shawnee County
Cy Leland
Campaign entanglements stir Indiana politics in 19th century era
Fragmentary text describes Indiana politics with Congressman Graff, Turan Craft, and party figures. It notes attempts to secure endorsements, mentions Thomas Graft and Str. Graff connections, and hints at influence with the administration and party leaders. The piece reads like a saga of political favors and maneuvering.
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Geale
Joealata
Graff
Tevin
Lee le
Lelnnid
Beranete
Roosevelt Sworn In In Albany Amid Tight Ceremony
Albany reports Roosevelt took the oath of office at 10 20 this morning in a formal ceremony attended by officials. The event marked the transfer of power as the nation entered a new administration with Roosevelt sworn in.
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Albany
Chreerere Sloct
Roosevelt
Eleven Million Dollar Bond Issue Involved In Cuba War Effort
The report notes an eighteen million dollar loan in gold for the United States funds tied to Cuba operations. It mentions January 1 due dates, interest details, and planned reductions to the loan balance. It also covers the wrecking company arrival and naval actions tied to the bombardment of Santiago fortifications and the Reina Mercedes recovery plan.
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Bec
Mere Hitt and
Chapman Wrecking Company
Rpanieh
Nela Mercpdes
Hantings Barber
Santiago
Rae Reina Mercedes
Market Report from Associated Press Summary
The market report covers grain and livestock activity with wheat futures shifting mixed on supply signals and demand. corn faced weather-related cab in lower cables. Chicago exchanges showed fluctuating receipts and prices, with traders outlining shifting sentiment. Local market notes include butter steady, produce prices mixed, and regional shipment updates for Kansas City and Chicago markets.
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I Ae
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Louis
Beret
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