Time to Act Advocates Kansas Commercial Clubs Unite
Wichita February 29 The Wichita Commercial Club issues a circular calling Kansas business groups to press Congress and state officials for fair grain rates. Emphasizes Galveston corridor and rail pricing reforms to benefit Kansas producers, with statewide public meetings urged.
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Shot Fired Wounding of Soldier in Street Incident
A shot struck J E Julien, a soldier, in the abdomen at a house on Choc'baw Street yesterday. He was taken to the fort hospital and is expected to recover. Jessie Penciling Sad teaches a dancing class with sixty pupils and will hire an assistant. Local capitalists plan a leather factory project this summer. J V Besk maps to deliver memorial address at Independence observance.
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Moving Out of Old County Court House
The county officers left the old court house today for the new building in Moody. The district court, sheriff, and district clerk offices are now ready to begin business. Judge Hazan moved all afternoon. Bailiff Coyne joked about leaving behind a room with memories while noting no craps, whittling, or font polishing in the new space. District Clerk Cockrell searched dusty ties, promising no official business today.
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THAT COLD WAVE
Weather forecasts shift as data show conflict across Kansas regions with an expected cold spell. Eastern Kansas remains cool while western and southern sectors stay clear and cold. The standard thermometer stood at 40 degrees above zero at noon.
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Convicted aged bootlegger faces jail time after jury verdict
In district court Sam Bios, aged bootlegger known as Blous, was convicted on whisky selling charges after two indictments from the grand jury. Judge Hazeoo fined him 100 dollars and jailed him for 60 days. the county commissioners may release him early due to frailty. Jail keeper Larry Sheahan notes his feeble condition.
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Lottery crackdown reaches Pan-American and affiliated firms
Master General Wilson issues Washington orders against Pan-American Investment Co and American Coupon Investment Co operating in Topeka Emporia Kansas City Port Smith Ark and El Paso Texas. Bond investment scheme deemed a lottery. Arrests telegraphed for Thomas H. Bain president Topeka J. Henderson SE Day secretary Dr A M Edson M L Foster and EB J Holmes.
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Union Pacific Loses Claim to Pt Hays Reservation
The commissioner of the general land office ruled that the Union Pacific has no claim to the Pt Hays military reservation. The decision, endorsed by the secretary of the interior, ends the railroad’s bid to obtain land to support settlements and state schools. The Pt Hays bill will be called up soon in Congress.
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Governor Graenhalge Ill With Nervous Prostration
From Boston comes word Governor Graenhalge is seriously ill with nervous prostration. A planned sea voyage to Jamaica has been abandoned. he will be taken south as soon as he can travel. The report notes slight weakness lingered after a few days rest.
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Popolistes of Ellis County Name Rathbone for Attorney General
The Popoliste of Ellis County present to the state convention the name of David Rathbone for attorney general. He is the silver orator of the western county and president of the Chizan's Alliance, noted as one of the most attractive speakers. He was discussed for the post four years ago.
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West Side gun club shoot yields high scores and records
The West Side gun club held a four cornered target shoot with Liscoe winning with a straight nine of ten birds and J C Elliott using a Winchester pump gun. H S Montgomery won the gold target medal again while Hindmarsh vies for the trophy. Duck pin matches saw T A A defeat Y M C A by several games as A. G. Martin set a team record of 120. Bowling at the Y M C A featured A A and Y M C A players with Martin posting the top score and the next games scheduled at the Y M C A alleys.
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Ward May Manage and Captain Browns Team in 1900s
Reports from Louisville and New York indicate John Ward may serve as manager and captain of the Colonels New York club, with Dr. Stuckey authorized to offer high salaries. Signings include many Browns but Dick Cooley remains in negotiation, while rumors place Ward as a possible leader for the squad.
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Colonels
New York
Ward
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Chicago Baseball Mascot: Four-Legged Chicken Joins Club
Feb 29 report from Chicago notes Bill Lange bringing a unique mascot to the Cubs for the March 1 season start. A four legged chickatee chicken was secured from a dozen candidates, aiming to boost team spirit alongside the players despite Lange’s midpack NL standing.
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Youthful Elopement Abduction Reported in Orromwa
Feb 29 briefing notes 14-year-old May Cardwell abducted by Lynander Dotson and Eph Jasper. Father searches Kansas City. couple fled with team and wagon, unlikely to be found soon. Also reports Louis Cyr lifting feats in Chicago and a $200 purse wrestling match in Cresco. Separate item notes withdrawal of horse Chindins from Suburban handicap in New York.
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What Ails B and O Road in Trouble and Gloomy Boomers Also
The stock break of EB and C shares rose eight points on rumors that efforts to resolve the road’s pressing difficulties have failed. President Cowen is in the city but not downtown. E R Bacon says he is too busy to talk. Gen. Fitzgerald has no knowledge of changes. Export Lithis is out of town. Rumors from Baltimore grow gloomier as Cowen and Bacon plan to leave for Baltimore this afternoon.
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Topeka Kennel Club to Host April Dog Show
A new Topeka kennel club formed this week plans its first dog show for April 8 9 10 and 11 at a local venue Invitations will go to breeders and owners to enter dogs Rules will follow American Kennel Club style with some modifications Entries open to unregistered dogs for the Topeka show A 25 cent entry fee is set and prizes beyond ribbons will be awarded Dog entries expected from Wichita Kansas City and nearby areas
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New York Ashore near Quickstep on West Bank
Capt Sullivan reports the steamship New York ashore about a quarter mile southwest from Quickstep on the west bank near Staten Island. Chapman’s wrecking steamer is rigged to shore the vessel while a Swedish steamer arrives at quarantine. the weather, water depth, and passenger safety are noted.
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Senator Peffer to Visit Topeka for Week
D. Wastinatox, Feb. 29. Senator Peffer will leave for Topeka tomorrow to attend a meeting of the directors of the Advocate and other business. He is the largest stock holder in the Advocate Publishing company and plans to be present at the annual meeting to safeguard his interests if the Populists win the state campaign and Advocate becomes the official state paper.
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Terrifying Australian gales drown several seeking safety
Victonia February 29 reports last week of January marked by deadly gales along the Queensland coast centering on Townsville. Vessels stranded, Ross Island battered, and multiple drownings occur as residents and rescuers attempt to reach the mainland including Mrs Hunt infant, Mrs Guniman, Gartrude Rowe, Nowe family, a boy named Willie Wallace, a housemaid near Judge Chubb, and Sandy Walker amid six feet of water at Victoria Bridge.
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Today's Market Report from the Associated Press
Wheat opened with yesterday's activity repeated but sold off as the crowd favored a bear market. Corn and oats weakened with mixed futures while provisions and livestock showed tentative firmness on good packer support. hogs, cattle, and sheep receipts and prices are listed with varying gains and losses across grades and regions.
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Lansdon Defeated in Fort Scott Republican Primaries
In Fort Scott Kansas on February 29 the Republican primaries delivered a landslide defeat for Editor W. Lansdon of the Fort Scott Monitor. Eldon Lowe won the party’s endorsement for the Second district congressional nomination, replacing Lansdon as Fort Scott’s preferred candidate.
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Times Purchase Money and Intervening Pension in Kansas City Times Sale
The Heimington Paper Co seeks $20,006 of proceeds from the Kansas City Times sale. Harkless O Grady and Chrysler for Remington Paper claim $21,250 for supplies, $22,000 for rent advances, and $1,600 for employee pay. Judge Slover's court heard the petition this morning. Also noted are a bicycle company assignment and war appropriations conference.
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Market Wrap: Mixed Commodities and Closing Figures
In a choppy session traders reported varied buying in pork products by shorts while noting a lasting overall tone. Closing prices showed sugar at 1135, gas at 67.0, BRQ at 79, Rock Island at 714g, W A at 8834, Mo I near 16.0, and other listed items fluctuating.
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