Pension Bill for Walter Q. Gresham Seen in Turpie Speech
Senator Turpie spoke in support of an amended pension bill for the widow of Walter Q. Gresham, proposing $100 per month instead of $200. The hearing reviewed Gresham’s career as secretary of state and jurist, noting political tensions and his unlikely party alignment. The measure passed at $100 without division after his remarks.
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Unrest Rumors Cloud Salvation Army in Philadelphia
A Philadelphia telegraph report says tensions rise within the Salvation Army branch with talks of secession from European headquarters. Officers may defy or stay under the current command as discontent grows over leadership.
Delegates Elected to Back Broderick in Nemaha County
In a Republican primary in Nemaha county Kick Creek township chose delegates pledged to support Rep. Case Broderick. The ticket headed by McKinley for president and Broderick for Congress won by 62 votes. Gilman and Berwick townships also elected Broderick delegates, aiming to block Malloy's county bid.
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Nemala County
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Berwick
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Bailey
Leland
Weather Outlook Claims Pleasant Spring Conditions
The day brings fair weather with light winds across the region. Texans may expect continuing mild conditions though some gusts appear near border areas. The forecast notes a general rising in temperatures with pressure easing and skies staying mostly clear through the day.
Sells Pays 24000 Yearly Rent for Standard Theater Deal
New York reports that Sells will pay 24000 yearly rent to J. Hill for a three year lease of the Standard theater in New York City. Brainard will present fight comedies, starting with Chimmie Fadette tonight as long as profitable. Hill, giving up the theater to manage road attractions, teams with Charley Hillett, a Topeka youth now running large operations in western cities.
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President's Duck Hunt Near Quantico
President Cleveland's party arrived at Quantico and anchored near Widewater to hunt ducks. Companions included Commodore Lamberton and Attorney General Harmen. Despite ice and mild weather, the group has bagged seven ducks so far with the president taking about four.
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Soan
Burial for Edgar W Nye in North Carolina
Edgar W Nye is to be buried at Uslyary Episcopal church near Arden on Tuesday. He was a church member and regular attendee when in Ashe County area. Pallbearers include Dr G W Fleetcher Major B P McKissick Dr W D Hilliard B B Binke Major W E Breese Captain Oliver Middietes Ratledge. Funeral sermon by Rev Dr Phelps. Telegrams of sympathy arrive for Mrs Nye. Funeral set for 11 o clock tomorrow at Figgas NC about 12 miles south of Asheyliten. special train will run to the service.
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Figgas NC
Asheyliten
Flynn seeks funds to pay Indians under appropriation bill
Delegate Flynn from Oklahoma moves to pay $25,000 to Indiana Indians via Interior Department designated officer. He argues current plan diverts funds to Gov Bruno and Indian heirs. Congressman Curtis defends tribal rights of children of Indian women by white fathers amid speech on the Indian appropriation act.
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Waller Aims to Regain Old Position in Politics
A letter from Paul Bray reports Washington might freed Waller from detention if Secretary Olney had chosen. A.M. Thomas notes Waller would travel to Topeka and, if timely, attend the Wichita convention with friends to seek a delegate-at-large spot at the national Republican convention.
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A.M. Thomas
Paul Bray
Washington
Waller
U.S
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Madagascar
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Olney
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Topeka
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Wichita
Mrs Maybrick to be freed in new year say local papers
Local papers report that Mrs Har ence Maybrick, imprisoned in England for killing her husband, is about to be liberated this week. Since her 1890 conviction the home secretary has faced pressure to commute the life sentence. Despite initial death penalty, she was sent to Woking for life. Friends and notable Americans have supported the bid for release.
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Harence Maybrick
England
Muybrick
Home Secretary
Woking
Baby and Lion Arrive From El Paso Journey
Fitzsimmons and companions including a baby and Nero the loo arrived by train from El Paso late last night. They planned to remain in El Paso until Monday morning before departing toward New Orleans. In Des Moines coal miners vote to strike if old wage rates are not restored tomorrow.
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Des Moins
Lodge Resolution Debate Sparks Senate At Wax
In Waiutreton on February 24 the Lodge resolution probing bond issues of 1804 5 6 is debated. Peffer amends to form a five member special committee. Hill opposes broad investigation as unproven and warns against basing inquiry on rumor. Debate shifts to Cuban question as Morgan continues in favor of recognizing Cuba as belligerent.
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Nebraska
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Ex President Harrison to Marry Mire on April date uncertain
New York February 24 Ex President Harrison denied he will marry on April 6 or 10 or any specific date He has authorized no one to announce the marriage date Private Secretary Tibbetts also said Harrison is not writing a book on the U S Constitution unless magazine articles are issued in book form He may marry at either church or private residence per Rev Dr Brown aside from his plans nothing definite is known
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Comet Visible From Yale Observatory and Egypt Evacuation Talks
Observations at Yale University indicate the comet discovered by Prof Perrine is approaching Earth at a shallow angle, passing well above our planet. Reports from Castro note Britain and France negotiating Egypt evacuation, with French ambassador Camden’s Cairo visit tied to these talks.
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Judge Reed Dies After Brain Tumor Surgery
The Philadelphia born Judge Reed, aged 49, died after treatment for brain tumors at a New York hospital. He suffered two tumors near the Rose and behind the right ear, was placed in semi conscious condition, and expired the following night. His father Henry Reed was a Penn professor of bella lettres and his grandfather General Reed served in Washington's army.
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Yale Men for Peace Favor Arbitration at Yale Meet
New Haven Feb 24 Resolutions favoring arbitration between the United States and Great Britain were adopted at a Yale University religious gathering under Y M C A auspices. Speakers included Simeon A Baldwin and Rev George A Alexander. The petition urges President Cleveland to seek a wise arbitration method for international disputes unable to be settled by diplomacy.
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Americans Doomed Mixed With Rebels Face Spanish Prison
Havana February 24, court martial hears charges against men accused of stealing ammunition. Insurgent leader E fagiesito, possibly Alfred Godoya, and sixteen fellow prisoners of war are brought from Guines. Nine to be sent to an African prison, rest to Isles of Vines.
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Elder Plans Daily Populist Paper At Osawa
Ex Lieutenant Governor P P Elder will start a New Populist daily at Osawa tomorrow. Clarke Wilkerson has bought the Ultswmn Timon plant and leased it to Elder & Son to publish. Elder aims to win patronage from Snow's Departures From Topeka paper. Several Topeka figures have left town in the past day, including W F Evins and J Dietrich.
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McKinley Portrayed as Free Silver Advocate
A New York Post leading article portrays William McKinley as a friend of silver, arguing his monetary stance marks him as the logical Republican candidate. It traces McKinley’s positions from 1854 through 1895 and labels him the worst demagogue on silver who would rollback coinage protections if in power.
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Better Price for Silver Sends Markets Upward
The report notes silver certificates rising to 70 with $40,000 in transactions as traders push the metal amid dwindling supply and renewed demand. London bids for silver increase, while large bulling houses record heavy 3 60 and 90 day dealings. Gold prices rise in Rome, lifting Italian rents on the Paris bourse.
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Business men burn Mitchell Mail press in public protest
In St Paul on February 24, a crowd of reputable local businessmen seized the Mitchell Mail equipment and burned it in the street. Editor Robert McBride had long attacked public institutions and John D. Lawler. Citizens previously offered to buy out the plant. after he declined, a committee seized the property and destroyed it to stop further attacks. The group now seeks McBride.
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Eva Booth In Charge of Salvation Army Affair in America
Cablegram from London places Field Commander Eva Booth in charge of Salvation Army affairs in the United States. Officers must report to her. Ballington Booth and Mrs Mead B. Booth were named successors. Oxley Stave Co. hearing opens in federal court over alleged child labor and inferior product. Coopers' Union seeks injunction to block boycott. attorneys listed for both sides.
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Peck's Condition Reported as Unchanged in San Antonio Telegram
Charles Blood Smith received a telegram from George R. Peck at 2 30 this afternoon from San Antonio stating his son and two daughters arrived at 11 o'clock this morning and that Mr Peck's condition remains unchanged though physicians express no hope for her recovery.
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If Corbett Apologizes For Purse Offer At NSC
London National Sporting Club may post an $8,000 purse for four rounds between Corbett and Fitzsimmons if Corbett apologizes for remarks that offended club members. Bolingbroke club proposed the purse but NSC declined funding unless the apology is given.
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Stolen Bodies Case Heads to Habeas Corpus
Attorney Ball Retch seeks habeas corpus for Stanley Claycomb alias Smith held in Des Moines on a bodies chipped theft case. Authorities from Omaha expected to arrive. offense described as minor misdeed in Nebraska, and the prisoner’s detention questioned.
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Fiery Resolution Sparks Washington Reform Club Debate
February 21 report from Peb shows a heated session over a fifty year street railway franchise. Delegates denounce the plan as robbery and threaten to hang any lawmaker who votes for it while others applaud the extreme stance and honorary memberships are proposed for Carnegie Pullman Fricke and Rockefeller.
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Electricity hazards threaten trees and power networks in France
Wires carrying high tension risk tree death after rains as soaked leaves conduct current. Insulation wears quickly from branch friction, causing failures. Niagara Falls power franchise seen as public utility experiment. potential economic distribution of power beyond falls may revive old mills. Shipping notices and local business ad copy included.
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