Kentucky Parties Reach Preliminary War Settlement
In Louisville a 14 hour bipartisan conference produced a preliminary proposal to end hostilities. Democrats promise reforms and seek to control state offices if the agreement becomes permanent, while Republicans concede some points as Governor Taylor’s stance shapes future moves. The talks, held at Gaston House, included seven representatives from each party and involved figures like Gov. Beckham and McCreary, with signature expected and future steps contingent on Taylor’s position.
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Uesti
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Treasia
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Panoning
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Inder
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Ty J. Blelen
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Dimes I” McCreary
Phil ‘ThArmpeen
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Horne
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Elbe
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Cavernor Taylor
Louisville
Kentucky
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Marshall
Uni
Kentucky politics and legislative session notes spillover
Fragments describe rapid events in Louisville and Frankfort with Governor Taylor and Republican and Democratic lawmakers. A tentative settlement reached after long talks, with governors, attorneys, and state legislators present, and a legislative session convened, with resignations and new nominations sworn in amid a broader political tension in Kentucky.
Judge Taft Named to Philippine Court Post
The president nominated Cincinnati judge Taft as chairman of the Philippine conservation court. He will sail from San Francisco after March 1. Taft will head the Sheth talier circuit, to be reassigned by Judge Sever ence of Michigan.
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Judie Taft
Cincinnati
Philippine Counserva
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Sheth Jadier Tal
Severence
B Muchigan
Prominent speakers condemn Mormon practice at constitutional hearing
Washington February hearing drew clergy and civic leaders to discuss a proposed constitutional amendment. Bishops, ministers, and lay leaders denounced the church’s alleged polygamy as systematically propagating doctrine, urging reform and urging vigilance against its influence.
Mrs Sykes Gone After Lingering Illness at Grace Cathedral
The wife of the Dean of Grace Cathedral, Mrs J W Sykes, died after a long illness. Funeral services and offerings were noted, with obsequies to be held at the cathedral and at the family home, reflecting the mournful regional notice.
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Grimes Denies Alabama Uproar Over Copeland Talk
Grimes denies claims of a contentious exchange involving Conus Kelasid and the Copeland affair. Air Getinew states patterns of harassment and pressure during the alleged discussion. The dialogue centers on loyalty and truth, with assertions about who participated.
Treaty text outlines Nicaragua canal project between U S and Britain
Washington February 6 1900 text of a new treaty for constructing a ship canal to connect the Atlantic and Pacific oceans under U S auspices. It details neutral navigation rules belligerent conduct and protections for the canal with clauses on ratification and the Clayton Bulwer precedent.
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United Kingdom
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Ireland
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India
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United States
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Cie Canal
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Lenton
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Pacific
Ames
Fragmented Local Notice Points To Public Sale
The readable fragments describe a local public sale action possibly tied to a bidder and a public official. Details are incomplete but indicate a notice related to a sale and the involvement of town authorities.
Amendments heat Senate finance bill and broader actions
In Washington the Senate parsed multiple amendments to the financial bill including bimetallic trade aims and hard money provisions. Other measures include an urgency fund proposal, a joint resolution for female delegates to a Bourbon exposition event, and infrastructure projects in North Dakota and Alabama. In the House the session opened with a funeral invitation, a vehicular deficiency bill approval, and a broad expansion argument on territorial acquisitions.
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Palmer selection as US Paris exposition commissioner
The notice from Washington on February 6 reports the nomination of Mrs. Potter Palmer of Chicago to be one of the United States commissioners to the Paris exposition. The president has chosen twelve commissioners. Congress may decide whether to add more. The report notes opposition to Mrs. Palmer and to women in such posts, and mentions uncertainty about the final size of the commission.
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Potter Palmer
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Noted explorer dies in Morristown NJ in 1828 born life
Henry Gilder, noted explorer and brother of Rich and Watson Gilder, dies in Morristown NJ. Born in Philadelphia in 1828, he served 1874 to 1880 as second in command of the Franklin search expedition led by Frederick Schwatka. He joined the De Long and Jeannette expeditions, and later reported for newspapers. He undertook long sledge journeys and guided telegraph news, surviving a winter crossing and aiding rescue efforts.
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de Long
Berry
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Gilder
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Siteria
Delta
Populists Hear Plans for Two Conventions in Kansas
A Topeka gathering of Populists and candidates discussed state and national conventions. The committee will choose the location for the Kansas state convention after the national date is fixed, and draft a platform favoring government ownership of public utilities and limited corporate charters. J. H. Curran of Parsons introduced as new state committee secretary, with Carl Vrooman presenting him.
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Parsons
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Curran
Expiring Gasp in Lawrence and Brparia Railroad Suit
In district court today a payment suit arose from the tearing up of the old Lawrence and Brparia railroad. Theo M. Sutyer sues H. W. Newcomb over contract terms and payment for work claimed, with disputes on where and how rails were laid and compensation due by tonnage. The case details the line from Lawrence to Richland, and the involvement of a receiver and contractor Sedents, with conflicting claims over work timing and completion.
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Richland
Newcob
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Kirk
Edison 18 sick after funeral visit in Akron
Akron Ohio February 6 Thomas A Edison has been taken seriously ill in the city following attendance at a sister’s funeral in Milan Ohio. He arrived in Akron Sunday and was immediately placed to bed as physicians were summoned to examine his condition.
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Thomas A. Edison
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Sanday
Body of Major General Lawton Arrives in Indy for Funeral
The body of Major General Lawton arrived in Indianapolis from Fort Wayne and was moved to the state capitol. Crepe draped the capitol building and the rotunda doors were closed as crowds courted a final look at the fallen hero. Statewide business paused as thousands traveled to pay respects. Funeral party tomorrow proceeds to Washington.
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Lawton
Fort Wayne
Seemon
Ryan Called by Miners for Governor Nomination
A southeastern Kangas miners and labor groups show support for Senator Ryan as the miners and laboring classes back his gubernatorial bid. A meeting featured an invited address and a brief summary of Ryan's state record, emphasizing solidarity with workers and opposition to banker influence.
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Wort
Ryan
Kanga
Nesbrketion
Early Morning Hanging in Rex County Prison
A man described as Breward was hanged at 6 18 in Rex County after spending the night praying with ministers and singers in his cell. He spoke to the crowd before execution and the cap was placed as the Lord's prayer commenced, the trap triggered, yielding a death pronounced by a physician twenty minutes later. Steward had killed Jim Joss on July 15 with a fence picket, later confessing to the act.
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Breward
Steward
Old Jim" Joss
Manila clash as insurgents attack fort redoubts
From Manila February six insurrection forces attacked Major Shipton's battalion of the Forty-seventh Infantry as they garrisoned a convent fort atop a town. A major and captain wounded, an enemy killed, casualties undetermined. relief units sailed to reinforce. A corporal and four men guarding a railway were captured or killed in a nearby ambush.
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Shipton
Forty-seventh Infantry
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Mabacalat
Breidenthal Debated in Governor Race By Populists
Webb Mewall and other candidates discuss Breidenthal’s right to run. George Munger, W. Ryan, J. C. Stone, A. Harvey join Belief Breidenthal backed out by many, while Munger and Ryan insist they stay in the race and push for the nomination. Stone claims headquarters will bolster his claim as the most available candidate.
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George M. Munger
Tureka
Ryan
Walker Back in Topeka After Regaining Fortune
Former Topeka capitalist C. Be. Walker returns from Oklahoma and reclaims the 1899 era business block near the National hotel. He secured a Newkirk Oklahoma claim in 1893 and prospered, serving as town site trustee chairman for two years. Walker plans to move his family back to Topeka and says the deal was arranged through James AW Troutman.
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Newkirk
Uinines
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AW Troutman
Miners Press For Law Reforms At Leavenworth Meeting
Delegations from Leavenworth and numerous mining towns gather to push for mining law reforms. The meeting, chaired by Juhnann, hears a controversial script and discusses a charitable foundation, with unexpected exoneration of a union member and attention drawn to political manipulation.
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Socantin
Gideng
Miata
Cil Sveviog
Rylex
Inves & BU
Ynton
Lemrenworth
Omeilestoner
Hubert Lardner Seeks Populist Nomination for Congress
Hubert Lardner, clerk of Rouben county district court, seeks the Populist nomination in the Second district. He announced his candidacy at a Populist committee meeting and is courting supporters among Fort Scott residents and local voters.
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Simpenn Seeks Populist Senate Nomination at State Convention
Wichita publisher Bayonet editor and Populist activist Jerry Simpson announces intent to seek the U S Senate if the state convention nominates him. He argues the convention method would curb legislative campaigning and let voters decide the best candidate, predicting a strong Populist showing this year.
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Mate 4 Journal
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Wichita
Ridgley Drops Out of Governor Race After Candidacy Denied
The text notes that John Breidenthal is a governor candidate, blocking Congressman Rider from entering. Ridgley withdraws from renomination, claiming personal judgment and urging unity. He says no promises were made regarding decline or acceptance of renomination and emphasizes pursuing the common cause.
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Perzons
Madal
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Calderhead to be renominated by acclamation in Fifth District
A contested Fifth district Republican convention plans Calderhead’s acclamatory renomination at Manhattan, with FB Williams of Clay Center promoting another candidate. Opposition within the party and an early convention date threaten Calderhead’s lead and the effort to consolidate an opposing force.
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Clay Center
Calder
Two More Republicans Enter Third District Race
The Third district gains two new candidates with D. W. Woolley of Girard and John Randatpt of Putteburg announcing bids and seeking delegates. Also named is Robert Dougherty of Centon, a longtime Harvey county party worker, running for representative in the district including the city and nearby areas. Local outlook is broadly hopeful as each county field confirms a candidate. Weather: Chicago signals generally fair tonight with a colder outlook and a high southerly wind tomorrow.
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John Randatpt
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Ttie
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