Cuba War Talks Reported For Financial Settlement
Washington dispatch reports secret negotiations between the state department and Cuban insurgents aiming to halt the war on a financial basis. President McKinley has not recognized the insurgents as belligerents and direct communication has occurred recently. Insurgents show willingness to share Cuban revenues and debt guarantees on an independence basis amid North Atlantic naval movements.
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Chicago
Til
Washington, D. C
State Department
Cuba
McKinley
Eet
Tla
Atkantic
Populist convention to oppose police system, Stryker says
State Superintendent Stryker is quoted predicting the Populist state convention will condemn the metropolitan police system. He asserts a strong denunciation will force the governor to support police reforms if the party gains power. He notes party divisions and temperance influence shaping plans at the convention.
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Tendent Stryker
Stryker
Ebetain
Tne
Terest
Hye Mon
Sandy
State House
Slyders
Syntero
Mary
Bop- Party
Sumettime
The
State Journal
Committee of Fifteen Chases G A R Reunion Invitations
The Committee of Fifteen begins steps to secure a state G A R reunion in Topeka. Major Anderson to send circular invitations after securing formal invitations from arts council and Commercial club. Entertainment plans discussed including a parade and hotel arrangements with Karnival Knights handling one night.
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G. A. HR
Anderson
G. A. BR
Rts Council and Commercial Club
Major Anderson
M Soliers Reuhion
Brighams
T. J Anderson
Espere
W.O. Ailey
W. Doolittle
Karnival Organisation
Tha
Edson
Karnival Knights
J. Drew
Hingham
T. PF
Brown
Wichita
Speed
Wichyte
Topeka
Rigby
Big Loss at Rich Hill Cherokee-Lanson Pant 4 Burne-Valued
St Louis Feb 4 Cherokee-Lanson Smelter Co reports destruction by fire of a large plant at Rich Hill Missouri. It was one of 12 plants in Missouri and Kansas, valued between 225000 and 250000, with daily output of about 9 tons of spelter. Fire also damaged Walker’s dry goods and several hotels in Wayne West Virginia.
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Cherokee-Lanson Company
St. Louis
Cherokee-Lanson Smelter Company
Celesram
Rich Hil
Missouri
Kansas
Japan Ends Opposition to Hawaii Annexation Pact
Washington reports Japan was removed as an obstacle to Hawaii's annexation by the United States. An agreement between the U S and Japan, represented by Minister Hoshi, settles Japanese status in Hawaii. The exact terms remain undisclosed but aim to grant Japanese in Hawaii equal rights with Japanese in the United States after the treaty with Japan is proclaimed.
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Washington
Japan
Hawaiian Islands
United States
Japar
Hoshi
Hawaii
A Slap at Astor In London Letter Causes Debate
The Daily Chronicle prints a letter signed Engin Citizen attacking William Waldorf Astor's Cliveden estate. It laments barriers and walls around the park and house after sale to an American, argues for public access and criticizes wealthy foreigners for neglecting local customs, urging respect for property rights.
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London
Daily Chronicle
Engin
Clivden
William Waldorf Astor
Publc
Breot
Aaser
Baxtist Fe
Kansas farmers trimmed debts and curbed spending say editor
JI W Gleed of Topeka argues that Kansas farmers reduced their mortgages to over 32000000 in a year and state railroads show a seven year downturn as retrenchment and reform cut expenses. He notes little public debt and 60000 invested in state and city bonds, highlighting a shift from speculation to legitimate business.
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Denver Republican
JI. W. Gleed
Topeka
Kan
Hes Bee
Igleed
Farmers of
Kansas
Kapsas
Mattox on a spree in Newton shows infamous outlaw past
Clyde Mattox, once notorious for killings in Indian and Oklahoma territories, spent two days in Newton. He drank heavily, caused a scene at a billiard hall, tried to board a moving train, and carried a .45 revolver. He registered under an alias after an evening at the opera and was recognized by Jos. Voth, who was near the Oklahoma City shootings.
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Newton
Clyde Mattox
Oklahom
Mattox
Joe Jermaine
Sheriff Means
Jermaine
Opera House
Murphy's Restaurant
John Strobe
Husnewell
Kan
Ellas
Severa
Mae
Jos. Voth
Oklahome City
Mattes
Majestic to Carry 22 Locomotives for Finland Government
Philadelphia February 4 report: British steamer Majestic chartered to haul 22 locomotives and a general cargo from the port to Finland government. Locomotives shipped by Baldwin works include tan passenger and 12 freight engines. Baldwin works engines are being built for Norway Japan Africa and other nations previously obtaining them from other prices.
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Philadelphia
Majestic
Finland
Baldwin Works
Baldwin
Norway
Japan
Africa
Mrs Banfield Battles Eviction Inattentive Constable Held Back
A disputed eviction unfolds as Constable George W. Jackson fails to serve a writ at Mrs. Banfield Vee McClintock's rooms at 24 North Kansas Avenue. The case against J. M. Khicht, who controls the building, stalls after Banfield objects to being removed. Separately Estey Organ maker dies, recalling his partnership with Deacon Estey and his move to the city in the early 1800s. A Clothes laundering ad notes Peeriess Steam Laundry at 112 and 114 West Highth Street and a Leonards listing.
Four Great Events Recited by Senator on Birthday Visit
Senator W sauara of the state railroad board recited four landmark dates in U S history during a visit to Attorney General Hoyle. He noted 37 years since the first Confederate congress in Montgomery and Jefferson Davis election, the Washington peace congress, and the Virginia secession. He paused to recall his own birthday and invited colleagues to share cigars.
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Sauara
State Board of Railroad Commissioners
Hoyle
United States
Montgomery
Ala
Jefferson Davis
Washington, D. C
Virginia
Senator Dillard
Clarkson Seeks Dismissal of Suit Against Insurance Chief
Harrison Clarkson asks State Insurance Commissioner MecNall for permission to drop ongoing action. Shawnee county court case seeks to halt the insurer from using quoted rates while McNall moves to dismiss the sale. Depositions have been taken as preparations for trial. Parliament opens with unusual attendance amid the session.
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McNall
Clarkson Rate Bureau
Knuae
Harrison Clarkson
MecNall
Shawnee County
Giurksen Nesinet Mewall
Metall
St Clemrts
Cinriaon
Rebellion in the House over Immigration Bill Organizing
Washington February 4 Republicans oppose immigration reform with Mahony leading opposition against the bill while supporters hope for quick floor action after the military academy appropriation. The plan is to pass the measure with Senate changes on education tests including reading and writing.
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Washington
Congress
Mahony
Chamber
Danford
Senate
Duel with swords ends in wounding of Millerand
In Paris on February 4 a sword duel between M Alexandre Millerand editor of La Petite Republique Francaise and M Henri Lavertuson deputy for Saint Yrieix, arose from yesterday's debate in the chamber of deputies. Millerand was wounded in the right arm.
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M. Alexandre Millerand
la Petite Republique Francaise
Paria
M. Henri Lavertuson
Saint Yrieix
Chamber of Deputies
Tod Sloane Goes West to Ride for Jennings This Season
Chicago dateline reports Tod Sloane sailing to San Francisco and likely earning posting decisions from W. B. Jennings. Negotiations were by wire. the string includes a few eastern entries and Rancho del Paso selects placed by John Mackey for Jennings' colt.
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Tod Sloane
W. B. Jennings
Chicago
Tod" Sloan
San Francisco
Tod
Rancho del Paso
John Mackey
Jennings
Maniac's Deed Terrifies Mulberry Family Tragedy
In Little Rock on February 4 Sol Autrey a farmer killed his aged father his mother and his 10 year old son with an iron bar. He seriously wounded his wife and three children two of whom may die. Autrey was found raving and dressed in fire soaked clothing. Neighbors restrained him after a brutal struggle as authorities traced him through the Moorbeates area. The motive referenced witchcraft and he raved about witches as the cause of the act.
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Little Rock
Sol Autrey
Mulberry
Autrey
Crasy Manning
W R C Opens Fourteenth Annual Kansas Convention
The Women's Relief Corps of Kansas will convene in Wichita on April 20 with headquarters at the Hotel Carey. Dept. president Mrs Margaret Grimm of Emporia urges all units to attend, noting the convention will handle important business and introduce a new pass word for the order.
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Women’s Relief Corps of
Kansan
Wichita
Hotel Carey
Margaret Grimm
Emporia
Kansas
Griffith
Victoria buyer acquires Elwood for Alaska trade
Portland Feb 4 A J Stephens of Victoria B C has bought the stern wheel steamer Elwood from the Lewis River Transportation Co The vessel will be moved to Victoria and placed in Alaska trade The Mor gan City cleared for Everett and Seattle by the Joseph Ladue Gold Mining and Development Co of Yukon sailed earlier today from the customs house
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Portland
Ore
A. J. Stephens
Victoria
B. C
Elwood
Lewis River Transportation Company
Alaska
New York
Morgan City
Custom House
Everett
Seattle
Joseph Ladue Gold Mining and Development Company
Yukon
German Students Clash at Innsbruck University
In Innsbruck on February 4, uproar at the university as German nationalist students invade lecture halls cancel classes. later they attack Catholic students, rout them, and march through the streets in a loud demonstration.
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Vienna
Innsbruck
Plague Death Toll Rises in Bombay Policy Update
Bombay reports plague deaths over the past seven days totaling 327, up from 234 in the same period a year earlier. The surge reflects intensified outbreak conditions as authorities scramble to contain spread and protect at risk populations.
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Bombay
No Charges Found in Mrs Roberts Pension Case
Senate Civil Service Committee executive session reviews Mrs Roberts dismissal from the pension office. A letter relayed by Commissioner Evans, endorsed by Secretary Miles, states there were no charges against Mrs Roberts. Senator Allen attended and accepts the reply, deciding not to press further inquiries.
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Evans
Roberts
Washington
Senate Committee On Civil Service
Senate
Allen
Mies
Fragmented Market List With Fragments of Goods Sold
A damaged OCR fragment lists assorted grocery items and household goods including canned fruit chips and baking powder, with scattered brand names and prices. It reads like a catalog or ad page note with incomplete product lines and vendor mentions.
Corfield the Hopper in Western Exporting Scheme Debacle
Secretary George C. Lockwood blames H W Corfield for the failure that cost farmers thousands. Promoter Corfield allegedly swallowed farmers money as the scheme shipped Kanags dry hay to England while officers advanced funds on notes. Treasurers Reed and Dummer faced losses. Dummer even flew to Topeka to halt shipments after uncovering mismanagement.
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George C. Lockwood
H.W. €. Corfield
England
J. B. Reed
Tecumseh
Dummer
Reva
Lockwood
Corfield
Indy
Cerfield
Evaland
Dorel
Allis Over. The Last Grave Robbery Case Acquits A S Johnson
Dr A S Johnson, once convicted in grave robberies, has been acquitted of receiving stolen bodies. The trial at Alma followed an appellate reversal. after about three hours the jury found him not guilty. All related actions were dropped except Lowe, who serves six months in Wabauses county jail. The case leaves public sentiment uneasy about justice.
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M. E. Lowe
Johnson
Lowe
Wabauses
F. Doran
Dr. Johnson
Topeka
Roberica
Smallpox at the Jail Delays Murder Trial
The murder case of B murder er is postponed indefinitely as the preliminary examination is delayed by a county jail quarantine in Burlington Iowa. The remains of the murdered woman and her daughter were laid to rest amid funeral rites with lamenting crowds.
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Burlington
Lathiara
C C Browns Trouble Pastorate in Chicago
Chicago February reports say Rev C C Brown faces likely resignation from the Great Avenue Congregational Church amid a crisis at Green Street turnaround. Trustees debated telegrams and a postponed action, with Brown’s resignation reading delayed and disorder arising. Albert Campbell, age 14, escaped reform school then recaptured. his father refused to claim him, complicating legal release rules.
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Chicago
C. Brown
Atevet Congregational Church
Hance
Ba Repien
Tirown
UN m
Green Street
Dr. Brows Te
Albert Campbell
Reform School
Whitaker
Free to Millions Stomach Health Book Offers Help
A promotional notice discusses digestion as the root of many ailments and urges readers with weak digestion to request a free book from the F.A. Sigart Co. Michigan. The tract explains acid, nervous, and slow dyspepsias and promises dietary guidance and a table of foods. Send name and address on a card to receive the book by return mail.
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Acre
Wight
FA. Sigart Co
Mich
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