Lincoln as Lawyer and Political Figure Discussed at Meeting
At a Madison association gathering in February, George F. Peck of Chicago praised Abraham Lincoln, calling him a lawyer by destiny who chose politics over law. He argued Lincoln’s greatness lay in his legal method and for pursuing liberty, noting how his career blended advocacy with public service and enduring honesty despite humble beginnings.
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Madison
Win
George F. Peck
Chicago
Lincoinan & Lawyer
Weck
Lincoln
Peck
Abratias Tincoln
Ubink
Abraham Lincoln
Rome
Bis
Kentucky
Pek
Biekespaart
Henryl W. Blodgett
Herndon
Davlé Doyle
Drummond
Nicolay
Hay
Tancoln
Abraham Lineijn
Prok
Law
Austin
Renin
Bovearia
Piulee
Lves
Atxdy
Hess
Taneo
Bucks
Major
Invernor
Stuart & Agnenia
St Spe
Sealer Pertiur
The Great Deliverer and Lincoln Era Lawyer Portrait
An obituary or memorial tribute discusses a lawyer praised as a Great Deliverer figure, recounting his long career from wartime service to the presidency. It notes his dedication to constitutional ideals, his defense of key cases, and the respect he earned among peers for steadfast legal judgment amid national crisis.
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Mr. Peck
Jacotm
Edwin M. Stanton
Jasine Blanten
Jack” Armettone
Lincoln
Chicaso
Pepk
Fang
Pirie
Irvine
Graat
Sherman
Farragut
Gold wins as senate backs currency bill by 48 to 22
Washington report details senate action on a currency bill with a 48 to 22 vote in favor after limited amendments under a ten minute rule. Debate focused on a bimetallic amendment and a defeated free silver substitute. the measure would set the dollar at 25.8 grains fine gold and outline treasury note retirement and silver certificate redemption.
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Washington
Senate
Dname
Nelson
Minn
Chandler
Lins Reitaet
Iyle
Jones
Democrat Wide
L . Toesach
United States
Ue Treasury
Eandard
Copper Colored Splotches and a Cure for Blood Poison
An excerpt claims a single remedy exists for contagious blood poison, condemning doctors for failing to cure it. It argues doctors seal the taint in blood, describes patient suffering, and warns against mineral-based prescriptions like mercury and potash, urging a nonmedical cure instead.
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Bentie
Senate Debates Coinage and Bank Proposals Amid Fiscal Reforms
The debate centers on bond payment in gold, silver coinage, and national banks. Amendments tested include legal tender limits, silver dollar issues, and bank capitalization rules. The session ends with a narrow vote on a proposal and notes continued consideration of the bill’s unfinished business.
Farmer sues county over defective bridge breaking
O Martinson of Topeka township sues Shawnes county to recover 1600 damages for injuries his son Chea Martingan suffered when Bridge No 2 near Auburn tumbled as he drove cattle last October. The boy incurred a fractured skull, hospitalization, and surgery. Martinson claims county received five days notice of defects but left the bridge open to the public. The suit seeks 1600 in total damages.
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O. Martinson
Topeka
Board of County Commissioners
Shawnes County
Auburn
Tomnbich
Chea Martingan
Geroga Cie
Bir
Marcos
Martinson
Masonic Temple Plans Promising for Topeka
The Masons of Topeka hope to begin building a four story Masonic Temple next year after finishing debt payments on four jets at Eighth and Quincy. A stock-raising plan is discussed and a drill hall for Knights Templar is planned. No definite site or action has been taken yet.
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Topeka
Eighth
Quincy Streets
Masonic Temple Company
A K. Wilson
Notting
Igh
Knikbis Templar
Charlee
Compear
Quincy
Leavenworth to Appoint Meat Inspector for Ryan Packing
Government to appoint a meat inspector to oversee Ryan Packing Company operations in Leavenworth. The official will likely be a local Leavenworth resident, with focus on ensuring products carry the proper government tag and pass inspection amid Kansas City packing firms.
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Leavenworth
Ryan Packing Company
Tyan Company
Kansas City
Focal Enterprise
Second Ward Caucus at Old Court House
The Republicans of the Second ward will hold a caucus Saturday evening at the old court house at o o'clock to select delegates and alternates to be voted for at the Cards primary February 14.
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Second Ward
Old Court House
Will Fight the Ex Champion in Reply to Challenge
Tom Sharkey accepts Bob Pitestenmans challenge and will fight the ex champion. Sharkey's manager O Rourke traveled from Philadelphia to New York to begin negotiations and insists the purse go entirely to the winner.
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New York
Tom Sharkey
Bob Pitestenmans
Tom O Rourke
Sharkey
Philadelphia
Goddard
O'Rourke
Mtesimmons
Iala O'Rourke
Hite
Temas
Wats
Itn
Sips
Pia Williats
A. Brady
Skeetihood
Rechtisen
Bendist
Hinbor
Xtvernoon
Haanagers
Ident
Emily Succerds
Mudie Fon
Hamat
Patterson
Henry Lyane
Paterson
Piwnenies
Etly
Smiths
Joe Walon
Tie Eugie Club
Controversy Over Racine and League Delegates Causes Delays
A sweeping change discussion at the league port reveals questions among delegates about Racine abolition and federal control. Executive comments caution openness on highway improvements while naming officials like Conny A. Maryland and Tabert Kingsbury as new vice presidents amid debates on purity and elevation of the sport.
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Ing National
Philadelphi
Sean Stewaitickus Fries
Payee
Adwenn
Quemions
Wdeorsiine
Cepin
Latienee Annies
Colec
Preddest Keenan
Farkee
Criterion
Cricen
Conny A
Maryland
Tabert
Kingsbury
Hampshire
Steund
Ben Vorvever
Aaron Walfson
Masnucbinetta
Snes
Sale of Bonner horses at Madison Square Garden
New York February 14. A large crowd gathered as Bonner horses went to sale at Madison Square Garden. Pray Tell opened the bidding at 31 000, rising to 35 000 before selling for 6 100. Sunol sold slower, ultimately failing to reach 4 000. Pray Tell brought 6 100 and Sunol 4 000 in the auction led by H. Shults and other consignors.
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Prey Tell
Sunol
New York
Mavilson Square Garden
Hlorida
Maude
Pray ‘Tell
Robert
Pray
Shults
Robert Konner
Stenrree Athe H. Shults
Dun
W. A. Hi. Comstock
Pray Tell
Axtett
Choynski in Training for Maher Bout in Chicago
Joe Choynski trains at the Second Regiment armory in Chicago ahead of his bout with Peter Maher at Washington and Curtis streets. He faces a tough test, promises to box smart, and reflects on a prior loss, aiming to overturn the decision with sharper footwork and left jabs.
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Peter Maher
Chicago
Joe Choynski
Second Regiment
Washington
Curtis Streets
Walenthe
Choynski
McCoy
Maher
Coney
Jnland
Salt Marsh Shooting Club Reorganizes at Big Lake Lease
Wichita February 16 Salt Marsh Shooting Club has reorganized after lapse last summer. It leases section and a half of land at Salt Marsh near Stafford Kan with 20 member limit. Decoys tents and camping gear will be shipped next week. preparations set for March 1 reopening. Last year the club record included 40 ducks 4 geese and 5 pelicans in a single march.
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Wichita
Salt Marsh
Sait Marsh Bear Staford
Kan
Afr AL
Bennett
Fighting Terry W Governor Aide Dispute in Fast Fourth Street
A chaotic civil incident unfolds with misheard names and scattered accusations including mentions of Terry, Harris, Koenig, Supuch, and Perry in a heated scene. Authorities try to calm the crowd as questions about authority, trials, and school issues surface amid tense exchanges and unclear roles.
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Terry
Harris
Koenig Ius
Roente Cathars
Koenig
Roewate
Perry
FIELDER O BRIEN IN BALTIMORE LOAN TO NY CLUB
Fielder Tom O'Brien who played for the Pittsburgh club on loan to a local team this season is favored to join the Brooklyn club. The Baltimore pick is anticipated, with Hanlon deciding on third base options and Demontreville at short. The center field role remains unsettled as the race approaches.
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New York
Tom O’brien
Ae Toine Pittes Pinkie Mestell Sabanaburg
Brooklyn
Baltimores
Hanlon
McGraw
Washington Park
Diablen
Joe Corbett Sees Jeffries Bout Likely To Go Distance
Minneapolis report quotes Joe Corbett brother of James Corbett foreseeing a tenacious battle between Jim Corbett and Jeffries. He expects Seffrien to fight hard while learning under Jim but doubts Seffrien can KO Jim. Corbett predicts Jim could stall 20 rounds and mentions Fitzsimmons and Sharkey as potential challengers.
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Minneapolis
Minn
Joe Corbett
James Corbett
Wie Pug- Wist
Nicolet
New York
Jeffries
Umitim
Bit
Fitzsimmons
Lu Sharkey
Jim
President Hanlon Mulls Baltimore and Brooklyn Team Plans
In Baltimore on February 18 President Hanlon concentrates on forming the Baltimore and Brooklyn National League squads for the coming season. He weighs potential committee actions and consults with Ebbetts as he eyes player selections and training moves.
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Baltimore
Brooklyn
Tanston
Mullimore
Devel
Yorks
Hanler
Baltismore
Bom Hanlon
Not yet enclosed ten Weid ar AH tie Batclmere presiaene
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a plan among men to prepare for the coming season. The language hints at a readiness and possible fencing or boxing context, with references to a strong box and a tense lead into future events. Names and exact details are unclear due to damaged text.
Favor the Capital City Amid Conference on Circuit Plans
Chicago reports spanning February discussions as George Hmpar of Philadelphia and Tom McCarthy lead meetings to back Washington as the premier circuit city. The committee vows to promote the capital despite potential costs and push for its designation across the network.
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Chicago
W.adslan
George Hmpar
Philadelphs
Tom Mccarthy
Feria
Ameri
Broadway Wants Fight with Erne for Big Match
Buffalo on February 16 reports Frank Kene, lightweight champion, arrived from Chicago. Broadway Athletic Club offers to match Joe Gano against Erne at a proposed four to six percent gate split. Plans include Duffy to fight Relty and Martin Pruty to appear, with bouts delayed by fighters and venue issues.
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Cinb
Erne
Buffalo
N.Y
Frank Krne
Chicago
Broadway Athlete Club of
New York
Joe Gare
Gana
Duffy
Relty
Martin Prulty
Sack Rey
Fecenty
To Athletic Club
Hays Iyi
Fights and training rumors center on Jeffries Corbett clash
The excerpt outlines alleged foul blows and training rumors around the Jeffries vs Corbett bout. It notes whispers of extra training for Jeffries, references public excitement in Philadelphia and New York streets, and mentions weight limits and championship context for the world featherweight scene.
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Wyatt
Sharkey
City Ag
Jeftries
Corbett
Hag
Gerbert
Bhurkey
Jeffries
Msc
Eere
Corbett Hie
Jane Lakewood
Jouries
New
Flanagan
Jay
Atyle
Penar Vatmef
Vathur
Topeka Man Returns From Cripple Creek Mining Tour
i H H Jansen returned from Cripple Creek where he spent time inspecting the camp and many properties. He declared it the most wonderful mining district, having traveled across the region by electric and steam cars. He noted trips to Leadville and Aspen and California, tracing decades of mining interest.
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I. HH. Jansen
Cripple Creek
Jansen
Leadville
Cal
Aspen
California
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George B. Peck
Telia
Wisconsin
Eincols
Sepaian
Helenbor
S.S.S
Swift Specific Company
Atlanta
Georgia
Secretary of the Trenqui i
Avy National Ik
Peposling
Ala
Petts
Veat
McLaurin
Ark
Qiarry Hines
Bungtors Lindsay Ky
Caltery
Nemut Cminn
Towes
Aifirich
Aera Altisin
Benecides
Burrows
Calery
Carter
Clark
Wy ¥ O
Cilla
Davis
Debor
Depew
Oneings Fairanks
Turnker
Heuer
Prye
Guar
Hair
Hanna
Hansbrough
Hawley Hoar
Lindsay
Levee
Dunes
Cnev
Henry
Martin
Money
O. Martinson Otsins
Masonic Temple
Baker
Sporting News
Fitz
O’rourke
Will
Olson
Ualeluwa
Sean Ep Erherson
McCargo
Philline
Angel-Dais
Ana W
Daly
Mount Kisco
Hermicton
B. m
Choynse
Wichita Shooting Club
Big Lake
Terry Wgovern
Tom O'Brien
Pittsburg
Joe Corbett Tales
Sixth and Quincy Sts
Ieaak
Shoe Department
Bry
Broadway
Wk McCernnell
The
Sromians
San Frenere Sa
Wetter
Welent
Wie
Mel
Eoee
Smith
Lal
Boattor
Harry Forbes
Tim Ryan
SitGcimmons
Bealth Epaia
Amir
Piesimmons
Pines
Putssimmons
Inez Jeffries
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