Burglary at Rob Sam Badges Home Ends With Chloroform
Rob Sam Badges reported a burglary in his OHM block room. The thief chloroformed him, stole a two carat diamond, a gold watch engraved with monogram, a heavy gold chain and charm, a purse, and about $260 in cash from an open drawer. A duplicate key may have been used to gain entry. A $150 reward was offered for return of the items.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sim Tadeve
Mueht
Fie
Everlogiel
Hadkes
Radek
Bade
Ranges
Fadees
Snow Falls Across Colorado After Rain Changeover
Snow blanketed Colorado as rain shifted to snow by evening, with reports of coverage exceeding expectations in many areas. No injuries or major disruptions noted. Local forecasts warned of slick roads inland from Denver.
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Denver
Cub
Feb. S
Colorado
Government Pays Its Check for First Mortgage Bonds
The treasury secretary issues a warrant in favor of the treasurer for payment on first mortgage bonds. The funds are prepared under guidance of budget endorsers and supporting officials. The government’s note to redeem the first mortgage bonds is set for a February 16 postponement and next steps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Secretary of the Treasury
United States
Paul elected in Transvaal leadership shakeup
Krueger is again chosen president of the Transvaal while Pretotts and Tranaveal Repibli figures loom in the South African political scene. Push Kasher appears as a minor actor amid evolving regional leadership and reputational shifts.
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Krueger
Transvaal
Pretotts
Tranaveal Repibli
Pot. S
Push Kasher
Mexico Plans Refunding of National Debt via American Banks
The Republic of Mexico contemplates refunding its entire gold debt around 160 million with help from American bankers led by J and W Seligman Co. The scheme would lower interest to 4.4 percent, redeem original bonds by four banker syndicate, and issue new bonds. Negotiations in New York mark a milestone in American finance with bonds partly held in Germany.
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Republic
New York Fe
Republic of Mexico
J. and W. Seligman & Co
Republc
New York
Astore Linve
Germany
Robbery in North Topeka Targets Kerr at Taekoon Corner
William Kerr proprietor of the Topeka Tower Supply was robbed near Taekoon and B streets in North Topeka. A colored man with a revolver demanded money and searched Kerr’s pockets taking $20 and two precious items, a diamond and a moonstone, then fled. North Topeka officer Davis was arrested after Kerr’s description. Davis has prior assault arrests but served jail terms.
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Topeka
William Kerr
Willamier
Taekoon and
North Topeka
Kanaas Ave
Jickson Street
Kerry
Mr Kors
Mr. Kerr
East
Mr. Kér
Pete Araicles
Pln
Kerr
Will Davis
Putrolman Wood
Stand
Mets
Davis
Subscriptions Grow for City Park Auditorium Fund
Two North Topeka men boosted their gifts to the auditorium fund today A M Baird increased to 200 from 700 J Billard doubled to 100 from 350 L Finckman and M Henderson provided 560 and others gave 150 50 each Totals reach 13000 with funds to begin the active drive A printed pledge urges payment by April 1 1845 if the project fails within the city park site rewards or refunds are specified
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North Topeka
A. M. Baird
J. Billard
Arnold & Son
MC. Holman
Oscar Bischort
L. Finckman
M. D. Henderson
Blackman
Food Show Fund
Deen
L. Blackman Co
Wm. Green & Sin
Ouo Kuehne
A.J. Arnold & Son
Norris L. Gage Ini TH. Bard
Jonathan Thess
Oscar Bischett
MC. Melman
Oscar Krauss
Frank Durein
Topeka
Kat
Charles S. Elliott
Barrios Assassination Reported from Central America
A San Jose de Guatemala bulletin to the Evening Post states President Barrios was assassinated. The dispatch adds that calm has since prevailed in the capital.
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Guatemala
Allis
San Francisco
San Jose de Guatemala
Barrios
400 Percent Increase and Reorganization Plan at Standard Oil
The Enquirer reports a reorganization plan leaked from Standard Oil Co stockholders meeting. The plan proposes issuing four shares for each existing share, raising face value by 400 percent. Quarterly dividends of 2 percent are to be paid on the augmented stock. Also notes weather outlook for Kansas with possible rain or snow and colder temperatures.
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Standard Oi] Co
Hesa
Tapis
Cincinnati
the Enquirer
Sass
Standard Oi Company
Stolen Document Sparks Calls and Forgery Claims
Insults tag President MacHinley as a low politician. The document is published and broadcast in the East. Spaniards call the document a forgery, and if true, De Lome should be recalled immediately.
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MacHinley
de Lome
Debated De Lome Letter Stirs Washington and Cuba
The Cuban junta circulated a letter signed by Henrique Dupuy de Lome attacking President McKinley. De Lome denied authorship, while Horatio Rubens claimed it genuine, saying it was stolen from Canalejas. Washington officials warned of possible ministerial changes if authentic. Congress debated recalling the Spanish minister.
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New York
Henrique Dupuy de Lome
Spain
Washington
Jose Canulejax
Cube
Sangusta
McKinsey
de Lome
State Department
Canalejus
Legation
Ue Lome
Hin
Siena
Rubens
Janmadzes
Dupuy de Lome
Senor Caralejas
Offield
Minteter de Lome
United States
Fox Tie
Ja Tq Moulet
Mister bin
Cing
Evers Avenus
Denisie
Sulser
Frank Brown Let Out After Witness Withdraws Charge
Frank Brown ex deputy city attorney, once under arrest for obtaining money under false pretenses, is released as the case is dismissed. The charge stemmed from cashing two checks for 17.60 at a grocery. The case, postponed several times, was settled when Waldo Miller, the complaining witness, ordered by the county attorney, saw the two clerks Brown allegedly used. Chief Steele declined releasing the clerks, noting issues with the case.
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Frank Brown
Thin
Waldo 5
Miller
Guy Today
Justice McClintock
Brown
W. 5
West Sixt Street
Waldo
Chiet Stele
Steele
Kesson
Court House
Chief Steele
Des Moines Union Depot Project Approved by City Council
Des Moines officials vote to vacate Sixth Street for a new union depot to be built in spring. The three story 28 by 3 structure with five-track train sheds will cost 15000 and serve multiple rail lines including Chicago Great Western Wabash and others. The Des Moines Union also buys the neighboring building for 7500 and plans expansion.
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Des Moines
Sixth Street
Des Moies Union Railroad
Chicago Great Western
Wabash
de Moines Northern and Western
Des Moines Union
Northwestern
Chicago
Burlington & Quincy
Keokuk & Western
Willi
Milwaukee
Des Moines Northern & Western
Des Moines Uniom
Kingman Galbraith Implement Company
Tnfon
Ordl- Furince
Smi
China Grants Concession After German Demands
A Pekin dispatch reports an imperial edict dated February 4 expressing regret over the murder of two German missionaries. The emperor punishes officials, grants permission to build three churches and seven houses, and orders protection for missionaries. Treaties ceded Kino Chou Bay and 20 miles of adjacent territory for a 200 mile railway from Kiao Chou to Chinan Fu with mining privileges along the route.
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New York
Pekinanga
Kiap Chou
Shan Tung
Germany
Bay of Kino Chou
Zue
Kiao Chou
Chinan Fu
Shan Pung
Sune
Rumor mill rattles about Emma Kelly and others
Fragmented chatter from Kansas and Missouri centers on Emma Kelly's status and health with gossip of Dawson City and Clinton connections. Intermixed are quips and stray lines from various papers, mentioning marriage, runaway matches, and humorous street anecdotes, reflecting a chaotic clippings page.
Troops Sent to Dyea and Skaguay Alaska
Fourteenth Infantry companies A B G and H dispatched from Vancouver Barracks to Dyea and Skaguay amid looming lawlessness among Klondike pilgrims. Colonel T M Anderson to command with officers Rowell McKain Martin and others aboard transport ships chartered for the voyage north. Two more companies held in readiness for quick sail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portland
Ore
Department
Vancouver Barracks
United States
Dyes
Skaguay
Golms
Fourteenth Infantry
Kkaguay
Dyea
Pacific Coast Steamship Company
Australia
T. M. Anderson
Tantey
Catone
Rowell
M. P. McKain
CH. Martin
To & Tiret
Frank F. Eastman
A. E. Lasalzne
Richard F. Yeatmuti
J. J. Bradley
R. H. Allen
W. D. Clelland
Copper River Route to Klondike Declared Impracticable
New information from Vancouver dated February 9 states the Copper River route to the Klondike is utterly impracticable. The river breaks into shallow, swift branches with slate and sandbars, numerous projecting gorges, and continual whirlpools. Beyond the belt it runs through deep canyons with furious rapids, and no steam raft or canoe trial is feasible. the interior remains largely unexplored and likely forever sealed to outsiders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vancouver
B. C
Klondike
Three steamers sail for Klondike with passengers and cargo
Victoria B C February 9 the steamer Tees sails with 100 miners bound for the Klondike. Tacoma Washington February 9 the steamer Cleveland sails for Skaguay and Dyea. The Cleveland, dry docked at Tacoma, resumes service after a Vancouver Island wreck. The ship is chartered by Washington and Alaska Steamship Co. The steamer City of Seattle will sail for Alaska today carrying 20 tons of freight and 600 passengers.
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Ioadea
Klondike
Victoria
B. C
Tees
Tacoma
Cleveland
Skazuay
Dyea
Tacoma Dry Dock
Vancouver Island
Washington and Alaska Steamship Company
City of
Seattle
Alaska
Canadian Narrow Gauge Road to Reach Klondike by Sept 1
Ottawa Feb 93 Min Bisi introduced government bill enacting contract with MacKenzie and Mann to build a narrow gauge railway from Stickeen River mouth to Teslin Lake Yukon. Sleigh road 150 miles by mid March with shelters every mile. Line ready for operation by Sept 1. Steamboat transport for families from Teslin to Dawson City. Contractors to receive 35 000 acres per mile plus mineral rights. $260 000 security already deposited.
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Ottawa
Ont
Bisi
House of Commmons
MacKenzie
Mann
Stickeen River
Teslin Lake
Yukon
Blair
Bishop Turner to Africa for South African conference
Atlaznta representative Turi ner announces he will depart for Cape Town and Pretoria to attend the annual South African conference. Delays due to personal reasons shift his departure to February 15, with a June 1 return, aiming to attend diocese college commencements. DeWitt's Little Early Risers promoted by G. W. Stansfield of 632 Kansas avenue.
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Atlaznta
Y—Uisno
Turiner
Epicropal
Atlanta
Atrea
Cape Town
Onte
Pretoria
DeWitt
G. W. Stansfield
Kansas Avenue
Sunday Bicycle Races Debate Marks League Assembly
Delegates to the League of American Wheelmen meet in St. Louis to debate local option for Sunday races amid shifting sentiment. The convention discusses state divisions, amateur pricing rules, and national championship changes as leaders seek roads and sport reforms.
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L. A W
St. Louis
National Assembly
League of American Wheelmen
Albany
California
Louisiana
League
Masicchusetts
New York
Prater
George D. Gideon
Fred Garloch
Chicago
Potter State
Isaac Potter
Thomas J. Keenan
Pennsylvania
Edward N. Hines
Michigan
Abbott Hassett
Massachusetts
J. C. Tattersall
New Jersey
Mott
Racing Board
Hamilton
Harrisbore
National Association of Farmers” Institutes
Pennsylvanite
Enfisylvania
Ennagivatioas & Mass
Corfosion
Commonwealth
Department of Agriculture
Shell
Epidemic of scarlet fever hits Logan and Merton counties
From Bismarck a report describes a severe scarlet fever outbreak among Russian settlers in Logan and Merton counties. In Napoleon, eighteen deaths occurred in two months with 29 deaths in Mcintos county. The illness mainly affects children and is worsened by poor sanitation and delayed medical help.
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Bismarck
N. D
Logan
Merntorh
Napoleon
Wishek
Mcintosh County
Bucklen Arnica Salve Advertises Piles Cure Guarantee
Bucklen's Arnica Salve touted as the best salve for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions with a money refund if not satisfied. Price is 25 cents a box and sold by Swift Holliday Drug Company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bucklen
Arnica
Swift-Holliday Drug Company
Folly of the Ultra Rich Queen Dempsey Crown Ceremony
New York reports the Waldorf Astoria hosts Queen Lavinia Dempsey in a lavish Holland Society coronation rehearsal. Details describe a jeweled crown, elaborate robes, and a royal procession with pages and heralds as officials prepare the grand event amid orange velvet and orchid colors.
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New York
Lavinia HE van Westervelt
Queen Dempsey
Dempsey
Tiffany
Holland
Johanna A Butehell
East Grange
Mitchell Wise
Mitchell
Aimee
Knighte
Allen Plan Killed In Senate Committee Report
Washington February senate committee on foreign relations today favored an adverse report on an amended provision to recognize the independence of Cuban insurgents. The move grew from a motion by Senator Morgan, who argued that the appropriation bill was not proper for addressing such questions. The committee's vote was unanimous.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Senate Committee On For Ten
Atle
Morgan
Jilted Lover Threatens Suit Over Miss Johnston Alliance
Altoona woman Miss A Johnston faced possible damages suit in Pittsburg after refusing to marry a Chinese man from Tur tle Creek. The match was arranged following a Christian Sunday school meeting in Altona where the pair reportedly fell in love. A pastor advised against the union prompting her retort and stoking a family dispute. One Minute Cough Cure is briefly noted as a remedy for a child’s croup in a separate line.
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Miss A. Johnston
Altoona
Pittsburg
Chinesa Isundryman
Turetleerek
Aline Acuania Johnston
Altura
Brosehutromise
Fox
Turtleek
Altona
Misery Paees
Pee
Alwoond
Miss Johnston
Tink
Bee
J H. Tarbell
Conatremitional
Fie
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Ly & Theeram
HE. Kelly
Dawson City
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Mars
Boggs
Martin
Car’s
New York Journal
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Abel
Lafe Soghack
Arkatsan
San Francisco Examiner
Casey
Brooklyn
Dyea and
14Th Infantry
Copper River
Government Railroad
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Allen
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