Exciting Debate Over Grimes and Reform Bills in Kansas House
The Kansas House heatedly questioned Representative Frank Grimes of Wichita County over alleged actions. Speaker Summers and committee leaders argued about repealing or advancing bills, with references to a reform package and potential party pledges. Grimes, described as a key Wichita figure, faced scrutiny while other lawmakers pressed for clarity and accountability in the legislative process.
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Dske
Reefer
Fearona
New York
Werters Union
Anne
Keeler
Franc Grimes
Eps
Wichita
the Titan
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Bill Grimes
Turner Replies to Crane on State Book Uniformity
Row Turner contends state uniformity would harm small firms and boost large publishers. He argues reducing counties or districts concentrates contracts, limiting competition and keeping prices high. He asserts the legislature acts for the public, not publishers, and defends a renewal of contracts under fair terms.
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Cricis
Testbecks
Lyall
Ani
Howe Phircelt
Cram
Mer Crane
Eran
American Book Company
Otter
Kansas authority on state uniformity of text books
A Kansas authority reports that over fifty counties have adopted the state uniformity of textbooks to date. The plan, in force since 188, has seen some counties readopt after a few years. Proponents say the method has been satisfactory and claims of improvements follow its implementation.
New Laundry Ad Promotes Fast Multi Sided Mungle Device
An advertisement touts a Chicago made machine that finishes four sheets or tablecloths per minute. It claims dual sided scanning without wear and tear and invites calls to see the munching in operation and inspect other laundry work.
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Chicago
State uniformity in school books debate gains momentum
A lengthy discussion argues against a state monopoly on textbooks citing higher costs and reduced choice. Proponents of free text book plans praise competition, while California’s experience shows state publishing costs and risks. The piece urges policy shifts toward uniform but not state controlled options. The text notes multiple fiscal figures and legislative actions shaping the debate.
Free Textbook Plan Urged by Public School Officials
George W. Winans argues a free text book plan reduces costs and waste, improves attendance and class organization, and shifts expenses to public funds. The Omaha report notes total costs for 13,854 pupils in 1801 82 averaged 28 cents per pupil, with Fitzpatrick and Conover endorsing investigation and adoption.
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Aida
Ruth
Turing Bouke
Ate
Geo. W. Winans
Kansas City School Books Cost Study by Supt Greenwood
Supt Greenwood reports on the cost and stock of common school books in Kansas City Public Schools for 1890 91. The table lists titles such as readers spellers arithmetics geographies grammars and primers with prices and totals. The report notes pupil enrollment 17451 and an average cost per child of 50 cents. It outlines lifespans of various textbooks and the ongoing purchase needs.
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Omaha
Frank A. Fitzpatrick
Charles Conover
Board of Education
Greenwood
Kansas City
Cummun
Puplia
Kansve Chy
Appleth
Appleton
Reri
Ruths
Ie. i & Kotlogs
Grill Us
Cost of Text Books in Omaha Under District Control
In Omaha public schools the cost of text books maps and charts under district control rose as purchases moved to wholesale direct buying since 1530. A table shows totals for two years of the system and a decline afterward as stock was replenished only as worn.
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Omaha
Untold Tales and Oddities From a Damaged Page
A fragmented newspaper page mixes dialogue about publishing original material with a satire on authenticity. It features an editor debating sensational yet unverifiable anecdotes, spoof postal guide tricks, and mock headlines, ending with a jumble of ads and miscellaneous quotes.
Topeka Fire Alarm Key Locations
A list of fire alarm key locations in Topeka mapping streets and intersections. Entries include Morse and Jackson Streets, Kansas Avenue with Railroad Street, Gordon and Taylor Streets, Laurant and Harrison Streets, Grant Street with Topeka Avenue Speer, Second Street, Garfield and Kansas Avenues, Euclid and Tenth Avenues, Crane and Adams Street, Fourth and Branner Streets, Seventh and Holliday Streets, Eighth and Madison Streets, Steuben/Topeka area near Sac and For end, Seventeenth and Jefferson Streets, Third and Monroe Streets, Western Avenue at Ninth Street, Van Buren pairs, Euclid and Buchanan, Monroe and Eleventh, Lafayette and Fourth, Klein and Seward Avenues, East Sixth Avenue, College Avenues, and river area north of box en.
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Kansas Avenue
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Harrison Street
Grant Street
Topeka
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Eonsen Avenue
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Third Street
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Crane Street
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Monroe Streets
Tenth Avenue
Lawrence Street
Lafayette
Klein and Seward Avenues
Uda
College Avenues
River
Market Report From Chicago And Midwest Totals
Chicago and Liverpool markets show mixed wheat and corn moves with early gains fading as buyers constrain activity. Hog and cattle receipts rise in Chicago and Kansas City, with wholesale beef and hog markets weak to lower while futures drift and grain desks report ample supply and steady to lower pricing.
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Market Gossip and Grain Outlook Amid Holidays and Trade
The report notes mixed farm trading and a strong hog market as buyers expect higher receipts next week. It cites stabilizing corn and wheat futures, foreign cables showing dull but firm sentiment, and cautious optimism from traders about March liquidity and policy signals.
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