Steering Committee Feud Shadowed by Lobby Influence
A caucus last night exposed rifts in the house Republicans over steering control and lobbying influence. Several members refused to bow to a committee, while a steering slate including Erin, Chotynan, Dawes, Adams, Brooke, Gratton, Hong, and Mason emerged amid claims Speaker Osborn and allies backed it. Some insiders vow independence, others warn of outside meddling as debates over a mining bill and caucus tactics continue.
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House
Etas
Bouse
Yu Pale
Legistature
Ana
Chet
United Action
Cauces
Tha Thall
Erin
Chotynan
Dawes
Adams
Sedgwick
Brooke
Gratton
Hong
Mason
Osborn
Fatle Whyxener
J. A. Richards
Tiird House
Neo
Tle
Rature Willits
Plannolly
Art Aitches
Gregory
Wis
Grattan
Bat
Pawes
Oange County
Greeor
Faim
Work on a rad job and fake inspection law in EEands
The senate tackled a special session on Tuesday evening regarding a proposed inspection law for remodelers. Senator Pullen's bill aimed to regulate nit inspections but faced recess before final action. The bill was reported back to the committee with amendments to remove deputy inspectors and to appoint local inspectors. other amendments were proposed and sent back.
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Senate
Pullen
Lewelling
Courtroom Scene On Tax Procedure Bill Debate
A courtroom scene from yesterday afternoon shows nine lawyers in a split debate over a bill to extend the code of criminal procedure. The dispute centers on whether a defendant convicted of a lesser offense should receive a new trial when charged with a higher crime on appeal, with Adams leading the Republican defense and Populists opposing.
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Nowe
Adan Nf
Sedewick
Munner
Adams
Pew
Fairchild
Gabor
Alec
Theea
Jeading Lawrery
Gremory
Dawe River
Falrohit
Polemic Speeches Halt Progress of Bill in House
Lawmakers heard heated remarks as Osborn and Fairchild clashed over the bill. Dawes delivered a courtroom style address, moving toward the press table while others spoke from the chamber aisles. After lengthy debate, the committee of the whole adjourned for supper without final action.
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Beaver
Osborn
Fairchild
Dawes
Lawrence
Patronize Home Senate Resolution on State Purchases
Unanimous senate resolution presented by Senator Tom Anderson urges preference for supplies manufactured or produced within the state for public purchases. It calls for bidding preferences for bona fide resident manufacturers and bidders regularly engaged in state business, while requiring external bidders to meet state quality and price standards.
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Senate
Tom Anderson
Tusbesa
Anti Expansion Resolutions Introduced Against Philippine Annexation
Kansas Senate debates anti expansion stance with three resolutions urging no annexation of the Philippines or overseas territorial acquisitions. Lewelling presents a declaration favoring independence and non entangling alliances, echoing the Declaration of Independence. Resolutions postpone to tomorrow.
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Lewelling
Philippines
Senate
House
Stock
Thagkirec
Maria and
Baker
Lewelline
Spain
Senate of
United States
Luchin Baker
W. 4
Harris
State of
Kansas
Philippine Islands
Revision of Kentucky Statutes Authorized by Geo Crate Co
Senate judiciary committees recommend a bill authorizing Geo W Crane and Co to publish a revised edition of the Kentucky statutes and to secure a publication fund from sale proceeds. The move aims to adopt the revived edition publicized by late Judge Webb.
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Geo. W. Crane
Senate
Judiciary
Geo. W. Crate & Co
Karkas
Gibbs Rewarded for His Bolt
The House authorized J. B. Gibbs as special night watchman to guard committee rooms on the third door of the state house. Gibbs, former president of the Colored People’s Siger League, bolted last fall and supported the Republican ticket. Remaining bolters must wait for action.
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Gibbs
J. B. Gibbs
Iaok
State House
Colored Pree Siger League
Ial
Darkies
Walt
Souvenir weights promote Kansas mineral resources
Representative Wheatley of Galena distributed mineral resource souvenirs to House members. Each weight package included feed bottles and zinc ore with ribbon. A ward states Kansas produces more ore than any other state and that Galena and Empire supply one third of the nation’s ore production.
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Wheatley
Galena
Kansas
Empire
United States
Closing Out Our China and Laundry Services Ad
Closing out sale offers one third ton of goods from C B Morrison at 805 Kan Ave. Dr B D Eastman reports travels to Taw Sr. The Peer Jess Steam Laundry on West Eighth promises colorfast laundering for colored shirts with color protection and accepts large or small bundles. American Steam Laundry advertises pickup by phone SL.
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China
Tia Department
C. BH. Morrison
Kan, Ave
Topeka Social Calendar Highlights Elegant Attends
Attendees included Governor and Mrs. Stanley and many state officials at a formal topeka gathering on Taylor Street with games and a luncheon. A separate large thimble party at Mrs. James B. Hayden’s on Van Buren featured Apollo Mandolin Club and refreshments for about a hundred guests. A May wedding in Topeka united Miss Nelle Prescott and Darius A Brown with 32 guests and many gifts.
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A. A. Godard
Taylor Street
Roma
Stanley
H.R. Richter
George Cole
Frank Doster
WA. Johnston
Wiliam R. Smith
Allen
Valentine
George Clark
Prank Grimes
Frank Nelson
W. ¥. Morgan
C.J. Thawn
Charles Blood Smith
T. F. Garver
M.A. Low
C. Baker
Tater A. Troutman
Bu- Bene Wath
Walter Littlefield
Conway Holmes
Mins
Linda Clarkson
Kansas City
James B. Heyden
Lwr
van Buren Street
Apollo Mandolin Club
Statenet
Mattie Jones
Leavenworth
Daisy Sherman
Lillian
Nelle Frances Prescott
Darius A Brown
Kenses-mty Qwore
Monroe Street
Dr. A. 5
Sembree
Mra.w. 4. Prescott
Abrs. K. Ft. Stewart
Kittie Ragnund
Brown
7,000,000 More Finance Push Reported
A dispatch from Hevane Way to the Tribune notes New York advisory cabinet plans to press for a tenstar increase in funds. The proposal aims to ensure payment and stabilize finances amid mounting demand for additional revenue and support.
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New York
The
Tribune
Hevane Way
Tom Johnson in Earnest Heads East to Close Business
New York Feb. Tom L. Johnson the capitalist and Henry George single tax advocate arrived in the city last night. He said Governor Pingree of Michigan joined him east only briefly and did not expect to come to New York. Johnson pledged to devote the rest of his life to single tax propaganda and promised a formal statement once plans mature. He will remain in New York for some time to close up his business offices.
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New York
Feb
Tom L. Johnson
Henry George
Pingree
Michigan
Brffain
Johnson
Manhattan
Detal
New Road From Seattle to Portland Planned by Tiffany
Beattie Washington February reports William M Tiffany of New York and William H Liewellyn negotiating a franchise and right of way for a new Seattle to Portland railway. The line would run on a Beattie route not following Union Pacific, funded by Tiffany and a syndicate of friends, depending on feasibility and local support.
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Washington
W. M. Tiffany
New York
Beattie
Wash
William M. Tiffany
William H. Liew
Seattie and Portland Railway
Liewellyn
Tiffany
Union Pucsfe
Vanderbilt
Mr. Tiffany
Seattle
Portland
Oro
Chicago Civic Federation backs constitutional amendment proposal
The Civic Federation urges a state constitutional revision for Chicago area governance. A proposed amendment to article 10 section 7 would require city and suburban votes to ratify any act creating new governing bodies. It envisions New York style boroughs with regional self government and tax shifts, potentially carving counties from Cook.
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Chicago
Fens
Civic Federation
Wah
Ernie Otm
Lake Chainver
New York Borough
Cook County
Restore pensions and land grant debated in senate
Washington February bills discuss granting 180 acres to Victor Colorado mayor at 145 dollars per acre for city purposes. The senate approved a printing resolution funding 4200 dollars for Geological Survey surveys. A tribute to Senator Morrill was planned after Washington's farewell address. The session also moved to restore pensions to soldiers who forfeited them by sales in the war with Spain.
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Washington
Victor
el Paso
Colorado
Senate
Lodge
Mass
Traume
Jane Summer
Alaska
Geological Survey
Wolcott
Ross
Morrill
Salisunes
Spain
Estate of Barrios Seized in Guatemala After Revolt
The Examiner reports the vast fortune of late Guatemalan President Barrios, amassed while in office, is swept away. His widow, Algeria de Reena Barrios, has received nothing. attachments and debts have drained the estate. Barrios’s security holdings and jewels are described, with the widow planning to move to Europe.
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President Barrios
San Francisco
Algeria de Reena Barrios
Haw
Rae
Alhne
Mmr
Bareioy
Europe
Big Barn Near Abilene Destroyed by Fire
A large barn belonging to John White, about 14 miles southeast of Abilene, burned down between 3 and 4 pm. Estimated loss exceeds 3,000 dollars. The fire destroyed hay, grain, and other farm stock. details mention fencing and equipment as part of the total.
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Abilene
John Whitem
Kota
Two Bites of a Cherry and Democratic Split
A Topeka meeting reveals factional rifts as the Democratic central committee and mass convention split over leadership. Chairman Lee Jones defends ward caucus authority while others push for a straight Democratic ticket and unified action ahead of primaries on March 1 caucuses and March 3 primary. The dispute centers on who represents the party and how formal calls are authorized.
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Democratic Central Committee
Democratic
Firet
Lee Jones
Democratic Central
Frank Benson
Jones
John Schmidt
G. Max Claudy
Claudy
G. L. Fraser
Fifth Ward
TMM
Hanley
Topeka
T. M. Hanley
Topeka Whist Club crowns first tournament standings
The Topeka Whist club completed its first tournament last Monday in January with final standings and prize awards. Copeland and Were received gold heart charm watches as prizes. other members noted. A second tournament will start next Monday with handicap to boost interest and balance weaker teams. Mrs. Gavitt’s funeral held at West Fifth Street home with clergy, Orphans’ Home, Viennese club, Women’s Club of Topeka, and First Methodist Ladies’ Aid sending floral tributes. family honored with hyacinths and carnations, James Moore sang, and a choir performed.
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Bine
Copeland
Dharmonds
ASRS
Goube
W. W. Gavitt
West Fifth Street
A. 8. Embree
E. L. Thorpe
Indies
Calla Alex
Orphans’ Home Ladies
Quartette
James Moore
Mrs Longshore-Potts to Lecture at Crawford Theater
Mrs Longshore-Potts renowned Quaker physician returns next week to Crawford Theater for a series of lectures aimed at women. Her career spans London and New York engagements with X-ray displays and artistic views. Monday afternoon lecture on women and a free Monday night address open to all.
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Philadelphia
Epi
Union
Australia
Trom
Eneagg
London
Claude Hamilton
Portland Place
St. James Hall
United States
Lyre Theater
Morrell McKeozie
Harley Street
New York
Ortotier
Beaton
FAVORS FOR OPERATORS. Telegraphers seek fewer hours and overtime pay
The executive committee of the Order of Railway Telegraphers on the Union Pacific system submitted concessions to the road manager. Proposals include shortening daily hours and overtime pay for operators, with no broad pay rise expected. Negotiations remain friendly. Also noted is a wedding day feature from Quebec and an annual meeting notice for Topeka Greens Fall Festival directors.
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Omaha
Order of Railway Telegraphers
Union Pacific System
Grfeen
Fall Festival Association
Commercial Club Room
Kansas Avenue
Topeka
T. J. Anderson
C. A. Magaw
Free mending and button sewing at Peerlens Steam Laundry
Peerlens Steam Laundry offers complimentary mending and button sewing services at 112 and 214 West Light Street. Local ad promotes sewing assistance with no charge.
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Peerlens Steam Laundry
West Light Street
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