Desperate Robberies and Shootout in Manhattan Kansas
In Manhattan Kansas a violent raid unfolds as an accomplice informs the sheriff of planned looting. Two deputies are struck by an iron bar during the confrontation while officers pursue suspects. The fleeing robber, Wharton, is described as a dangerous man who robbed banks and dynamited a safe. Deputy injuries are reported with a dramatic chase and arrests following the raid.
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Manhattan
Kas
Pet
Sherite
Huey
Wharton
Peetiers
Joliokss
Mirbestom
Ahi Point
Wheelin
Lamb Elected President At Fort Scott Convention
Leavenworth Feb 21 report on the Fort Scott convention of the union officers. G B Lamb chosen president with deputies and officers named. The gathering reviewed work and discussed election outcomes, with a payment pledge for deputies and plans for a social ball at Turner Hall.
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Ofvicers
Lamb
Fort Scott
Leavenworth
Tue Keneast Esteder
Wiserens Pilleweng Iai Boerm Fox
Eis Eens Master Workman
Tes Center
Briedmature
Atehinon
Aoa Recorder M. Warde
Ean Pocand Reeriver
M_ B. Tiglt
Winteld
Grow Tmetionl Mmine
George Brow
P. Deen
Burr
Supeloder
E Murthy
Seexcawarth
Criden
EL Wellin
Guiana
van Overster
Jowph Schonberner
Preuihin Wort Bostt
Hutchinson
Sir Capelgats Foe
Sygar
Selock
Ana Bond
Cpe-Sask
G& Tm Lamb
Gmna Frruedee
Wach
Kn Diesatons
Tawt
Boltieg & Ealuried
Wubin
Minaiarcie
Desree
Almere Morean
St James
Turner Hall
Prisoner Held After Hold Up and Shootout in Hill City
Police report a nighttime armed robbery in Hill City ending in a shootout. A suspect described as a man about five feet ten, heavy build, was pursued by deputies and captured after a chase through the town. A nurse and bystander injuries were noted, with one man reported dead. Investigators questioned residents and checked depot guards for leads.
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Warren
Walker
Hassin
Bonner
Ian
Vieiter
Queer Parson's Marriage Amid Quarantine in City
Prominent city figure Parson Peter son and a companion were quarantined after authorities discovered them in a dwelling during a quarantine period. Residents reported the couple and others were confined as officers restricted movement and communication to curb the spread. Local clergy and police cooperated, with watchmen alerted to the couple’s movements and interviews conducted at a window.
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ME Peterson
Ieare
Davisgwanalpere
Joe Tuas
Peterson
Arey Svar
Meilth
Two Miners Exiled and Explosion at Weir City
An explosion at Weir City mine No 2 of the J. R. Creiro Coal Co. injures workers and wrecks mine structures. Several cited as killed or injured. rescue efforts noted and operations halted as county officials respond.
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Patel
Weir City
Golo
Etait
J. R.creiro Coal Company
Baal J. Ny
Free trial of Dr W M Rice method offered nationwide
A misprinted plea promotes a free trial of a famous health method by Dr W M Rice, claiming worldwide reach and urging readers to send for the treatment. The ad cites a supposed network of supporters and a Moneyback style offer, with scattered references to addresses and locations, all presented in a garbled OCR style.
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W. 5
Rice
Local professor highlighted in historic regional notices
Fragmentary OCR notes mention a professor at a Latinultural college and a chemistry expert, with references to individuals and a railroad company connected to Chindahide Bhextey. The text is garbled but points to local academic and industrial figures tied to a regional context.
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Dlankation
Kus
J. G
Parliament Wrangles Over Mortgage Bill At State House
In a tense session before noon, lawmakers argued over mortgage legislation amid parliamentary wrangles and attempts to table all bills and substitutes. General orders moved to send the measures back to committee as debates centered on the house’s authority and a stalled plan to curb borrowing costs.
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Caiendar
Cees
Houg
Wrandutt
Kandon
Merk
Grattan
McFherton
Eiulti
Mortage
Billie
Yauke
Dean
Cane
Haskell
Barrow Monty
Pinathy
No Law For It Important Ruling Changing Custom
A deteriorated report notes shifts in policy regarding Chinese immigrants and border control. It mentions officials like the Collector and Attorney General acting with ports authorities to enforce stricter scrutiny, suppress illegal arrival attempts, and coordinate with local agencies. The piece hints at legal action and potential regulatory changes affecting migrants and port procedures.
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Stratton
Wences One Treasury
Strat
Gries Einlind
Corte
Alae Autor
Confessed to Robbery in Oklahoma Incident
A report states a suspect confessed to a mall carrier robbery in Oklahoma. The fragment mentions burning the prairie and packing, with unclear follow up on names, dates, or outcomes.
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Oklahoma
Fragmentary Telegrams From The Era Of tea and doom?
A distorted montage of headings and names includes references to Tarik, Pompey, and a looming death ban. Mentiones of February dates, national banks, and legal figures show scattered, unclear items with few coherent events or verifiable details.
Price Foreman John Price Quits Santa Fe Shop
John Price, foreman of the Santa Fe machine shop, resigns effective tonight amid protests and rumors of systematic changes. His son John Price Jr reacts to the news while tension rises over new supervisory plans and the proposed clerked time-check system.
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John
John Price, Jr
Santa Fe Machine Shop
Complucy
Joon
Hickey
H. B.C. Sundervon
Macchinery
Price
Pacific Coast
Emporia Road Route Sparks Bonds for Kansas & Southern
Lyon county voters faced debates over bonds for the Kansas & Southern railroad. Residents heard that Lyon county would back a route via Emporia with funds arranged to move the line toward Emporia. Letters to local officials from supporters and the Emporia railroad committee surfaced but brought no decisive update.
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Kansas & Southern
Kansas & Southern Railroad
Lyon
Experia
Lyon County
Emporia
Charles Wheeler
Kannun & Routhern Geuylte
Gre
Jobert J. Jogus
Eraporia Committee On Railroads
Goddess of Poetry Promotes Him to Versification
A Rock Island dispatcher's report hints at poetic guidance arriving via telegraph toward Topeka. The message references a goddess of poetry moving the sounder, urging smooth progress and timely arrival, with a repeated old tale motif.
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CR. Wallace
Rock Inland
Ming
Chickasha Ayer
President Crocker Denies Pacific Improvement Plans
Geo. Crocker, president of the Pacific Improvement Company, returns to San Francisco and denies reports the system intends to wind up or go out of business. He confirms ongoing negotiations and a sale to the Southern Pacific, saying no closure unless a very tempting offer arises.
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Pacific Improvement Company
San Francisco
Geo. Crocker
Mace
Pania
Bastatter's Saieneh Bittere Digestive Tonic Ad
An old fashioned medicinal ad promises relief from nervousness and digestive issues. It touts improved digestion, reduced indigestion and sour stomach, belching and constipation relief, claiming rapid, effective results as an oral tonic. The copy imitates early 20th century marketing with misspellings and dubious claims.
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Bastetter
Contagion and Infection in Grip Preparations
A fragmentary note extols contagion from person to person and air transmission of grip. It touts Stuart's Catarrh Tablets as a safe, cocaine free remedy to reduce secretions, fever, and pneumonia risk, claiming doctors endorse their use during the season and that they are suitable for children.
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Stuart
Dara
de Anniston
Adobe
de Lewiston
Crocker Seeks Rail Domination in Pacific Business Talks
Mr Crocker states Southern Pacific aims to buy major stakes in Pacific improvements and related lines. He notes the Harris syndicate did not hold a majority of Southern Pacific stock, owning about 800000 shares tied to Huntington and Speyer interests. Crocker asserts control leverage and confirms his acquisition of the Minneapolis & St. Louis railroad.
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Huntingtons
Speyers
Eye
Mr. Crocker
Minneapolis & St. Louis Railroad
WEW Mining Road Extension from Laramie to News from Cheyenne
The article outlines a planned extension of the WEW mining road southwest from Laramie Wyoming toward the Denver and Santa Fe regions. It notes personnel movements including C. Cable and W. J. of the Kansas City Southern rail system, and discusses anticipated large-scale investment over the next five years to upgrade lines, terminals, and relay facilities.
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Laramie
Wyoming
Denver
Cod
Cieyenne
Hahn
W. J. O Forth
Nio Grande van In Topeitu
Texarkana
Port Arthur
Kansas City
Aos Sante Fe
Oty
Den
Vintiam
Twitch
Witsita
New
Teuske
Mysterious Travel Notes From Wellington to Topeka
From Wellington A B Aus a transit master speaks of railroad movements and hospital removals. A city official mentions Ag positions and a proposed journey to Topeka. The text references Santa Fe hospital and a person named Aviil Ineham with unclear roles. The fragment hints at a transit or postal matter tied to Topeka.
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A. BE
Qahors
Santa Fe Honpiltal Topeka
Austin Recentis
Posumenia
Aviil
Ineham
Soemierts
Itor
Hegaal
Fragmentary 19th Century Local Report
The text presents scattered notes about a team and individuals such as Brakenzan Barrets and engineer Fle, with mentions of post changes, a place Cottonwood, and several names like Newton Armett and Calhoun. The fragment seems to discuss injuries, assignments, and a bellwether event but lacks coherent narrative.
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Ant
Reat Pak
Cria
Ennin Newton
Athar Tand Calhoun
Armett
Joes
Ney
Cai Tt
Peete Sethe
Ara Tet
Ideal Railway Plan Aims to Transform German Transport
Washington reports Emperor William favoring a complete overhaul of Germany's railway system. Aimed at rapid, direct routes from Berlin to Hamburg, the plan envisions trains at high speeds with frequent intervals, backed by industrial and military investment and a dispatching system to synchronize main lines.
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Germany
Washington
Willers
Genada
Tata
Conaul
Frenkfort
Cuanclip Hathewan
Orengter
Erat
Hecesstiz
Conatriochis
Ene
Berlioz
Berlin
Ubon
Hamburg
Utte
Pie Amperes War Department
Guenther
Fireman’s Oinse Call Tied to Electric Bitters Aid
A fireman's rough call ends with a man, crippled by nerves, regaining strength after taking Electric Bitters. W. Bellamy of Burlinglowe writes that the tonic steadied him when all hope seemed lost, delivering renewed vigor and relief.
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W. Bellamy
Jo- Geacaaa
Burling Lowe
New Torpedo Boat Destroyer Named Preble
A fragmentary report notes a new torpedo boat destroyer to be named Preble in honor of Commander Sheill. Details are garbled but indicate acceptance by the Union Works with a unit-specific designation and awaiting fitting or delivery.
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Cnion Tren
Harriman Receives Board Nod for Pacific Line
In New York on February 38 BH Harriman is named receiver of the board for the Union Pacific line as directors approve the action amid corporate reshuffles.
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Harriman
New York
Aoe
Jon Pacific Aml
Thas Bend
Cure for the Grip Advice by a Famous Physician
Advice emphasizes rest and self care during grip. Eat sparingly and drink plenty of water to lower fever and aid skin pores. Use Dr Miles Nerve and Liver Pills to keep bowels open and Dr Miles Pain Pills for aches. Remedies promoted as tested over six million times with money back guarantees.
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Ani Mush Hhaye
Thallay
Dr. Miles
Miles
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