A Business Deal That Rail Financiers Would Not Sneer At
A review of railroad tax manipulation in which the Santa Fe allegedly secured a $1.7 million reduction. The audit shows a major overall drop though the board revised only minor amounts. Key figures and names, including Percy Daniels, are cited as discussing the maneuverings with state officials and Populists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Santa Fe
Board of
Ileyt Guy
Percy Daniels
Tink
Rock Island Railroad
J Pernal
Sante Pe
Howevehey
Ond
Unut
State House
E. J. Cartlidge
Chicago
George Peck
New York
Judge Caldwell
da Tara
Punta Pe
Protest by Lieutenant Governor over county valuation report
Perry Darcie, Lieut Gov and Chairman of the Board, objects to the publication of the board of assessors report on valuations. He cites changes to main tracks, a $50,000 net aggregate shift, and a $1,300,000 malt track reduction affecting tax receipts. He seeks delay to amend minutes and ensure the report reflects board action during his presence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Assessors
Perry Darcie
FILLEY'S SLATE CHOSEN IN MISSOURI HOUSE OFFICERS
In the Missouri House this morning the election of officers proceeded without nominations. Republicans carried the vote strict party lines. Officers named include Speaker KF Russell Crawford county chief clerk Albert Griffin Brunswick assistant clerk A W G Retehan Stoddard engrossing clerk Henry Leeds Jamesport. Minor posts filled by Pillay faction. Senate adjourned with no action on permanent officers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Missouri
Hix Wollowers
Juvranios Urry
Apecedas
KF. Russell
Crawford County
Albert Griffin
Brunswick
A. W. G. Retehan
Stoddard
Henry Lo Leeds
Jamesport
Thee
Chauncey J. Pillay
Senate
A Trowsers Mania Stated By Pueblo Thief Jasper Riley
Jasper Riley confessed to stealing clothing across Pueblo and Topeka claiming to have taken 1500 pairs since leaving Pueblo. He admitted thefts, said he pleads guilty, and faced a ten day sentence for larceny after being arrested yesterday with two more pairs in possession. Alfey was fined ten dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jasper Riley
Pueblo
Topeka
Jasper
Dilbet
Alfey
Alley
Police Court Fines For Disorderly Conduct And Vagrancy
In police court this morning multiple defendants faced fines for disorderly conduct including Crook Wright fined $5 and Mary Wade $10. Carry Jordin cleared, thistle Carry Alexander fined $1 for the same charge. Walter Botkin and Stewart paid $3 after a horseback incident on Kansas Avenue. James Langly found guilty of stealing a wear pin from a shop. Walter Birdsall and Charles Turner labeled vagrants. both released to leave town. George Johnson and George Williams drunkenness resulted in $5 fines each.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mtr
Truuy
Smoky Row
Wis
Crook Wright
Mary Wade
Jordin
Thistle
Alexander Wisin
Walter Botkin
Stewart
Kansas Avenue
Botkin
James Langly
Overcoat Thief Arrested After Stolen Garment Found
William Barry is jailed charged with stealing William Anderson's coat from the hardware store at 52 Kansas Ave. Barry, arrested last night with the coat, faces a preliminary trial tomorrow in Justice Parry's court after already serving time for stealing trousers. He is described as well dressed and appears intent on winter clothing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barry
WM. Anderson
Kansas Ave
Anderson
Curry
In Justice Parry
North Topeka man James Reeder faces coat theft charge
James Reeder of North Topeka is accused by Mr. Merritt of stealing an overcoat. Reeder, who says he was drinking and unaware, claims innocence as police and a judge held him on the charge. He has appealed the case and posted bond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Reeder
North Topeka
Merritt
James Saya
Sea Co Ycuses
Scott
United States
Sullivan
E. J. Dallas
Hossington, Smith & Dallas
J. M. Sullivan
Baldwin
Dallas
Sam
Esema
Topeka Senate Fight Prompts Unpledged Split Over Ingalls
In Topeka lawmakers converge to pick a United States senator with no clear frontrunner. Major Hood Cy Leland and several others lead talks as about sixty or more members remain unpledged. Rumors link Lucien Baker and Judge Thacher, while Populists seek a caucus split to disrupt the Republican line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Topeka
United States
C. Hood
J. KR. Burton
J. W. Ady
Cy Leland
A. W. Smith
O. Thacher
House
Senate
Hove
Hackbush
Leavenworth
Lucien Baker
Major Hood
Jeland
Ingallstall
Ingalls
George T. Anthony
Tou Stark Journal
Kangas
Anthony
Invitations Issued for Governor Morrill Reception
The executive committee decided no complimentary ball tickets for state outsiders but 3000 invitations will be issued for the reception to state officers and legislature members. Distinct tickets go to active locals and distinguished guests. invitations serve as souvenirs while all Kansas citizens may attend. Webb Keizer Welch added to the reception committee. Fellows Nichols moved to finance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bull Pickett
Aera
Shawnee County
Morrill
Kansas
General Executive Committee
W. G Webb
Dell Keizer
RB. Welch
C. Eh. Holliday
C. A. Fellows
Rol
Criticism of American social ills sparks labor leader's defense
John Burns, English labor figure, defends his American remarks made during a Chicago visit. He recalls visitors pressing for his view on social and industrial conditions and argues European militarism inflates problems, noting millions of armed men and criticizing recruitment grounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sois Horas
America
Prapetran
John Burns
M. B
Chicago
Europe
England
Will Marry Beresford Duchess of Marlborough Seen February
The wedding of Lillian duchess of Marlborough to Lord William Beresford is reportedly planned for early February. The duchess, daughter of Commodore Cicero Price USN, is widow of Louis Haumersly of New York, and Lord William is said to maintain a large stable of racehorses. Gladstone bruised in accident, cuts and temporary blindness. Gladstones travel to Cannes to visit Lord Rendello after a three mile carriage ride.
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Truchess of Marlborough
Lonpus
Jan
Lillian
Duchess of Marlborough
Lord William Beresford
William
Commodore Cicero Price
Troy
Louis Haumersly
New York
Gladstone
Loxpow
Mr Gladstone
England
Cannes
Lord Rendello
Nelson for Senator Governor enters Minnesota race for Washburn
The Minnesota governor Knute Nelson announced his candidacy for the U S Senate seat held by W D Washburn. The move, disclosed to Washburn in person, may shift the contest, while Ex Congressman Comstock already opposed Washburn. Shawnee Council No 247 National Union installed new officers for the coming year including H W Roby as president and G Armitage as vice president.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minnesota
St. Paul
W. D. Washburn
Knute Nelson
Comstock
Washburn
Nelson
Shawnee Council No. 247
National Union
H. W. Roby
G. Armitage
C. Garrard
G. Habbell
E. Forder
George EF. Lillie
J. F. Burrias
Thomas H. Bain
AG. Carruth
John W. S
Thomas Smith
J. S Collions
H.G. Herrick
Congress Reopens as House Debates Currency Bill
Reports from Wasarsdon and Washington describe Congress resuming after the holiday recess. In the House Speaker Crisp presided as Mr Black of Georgia urged the currency bill, while Mr Haugen of Wisconsin opposed. Senate reconvenes with about thirty present and Morgen spoke on Nicaragua. Carnegie consents to $1.50 daily rate for one mill, aiding a Homestead steel strike settlement discussions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wasarsdon
Crisp
Quigg
Rep. N. Y
New York
Poat
Springer
House
Richardson
Deu
Tennessee
Slack
Dem
Georgia
Black
Banking and Currency Committee
Jefferson
Cleveland
Congress
Haugen
Rep. Wis
Washscrox
Senate
Stevenson
Secretary of State
United States
Paris
Garnet
Arnot
Quay
Pennsylvania
Morgen
Carnegie
Pretanone
Homestead Steel Works
Carnegie Steel Company
Edgar Thompson
Braddock
Carnegie Mall
Gayle
Man weeps in court after assault over board bill
Robert Stewart a colored man appeared in police court to explain how he struck William Bragg with a stone Sunday night. He cried in court as the judge, moved by his plight with several children, gave him five dollars. In Maine, John Cleave was inaugurated governor for the second time. Vinewood Park sold to Frederick J. Wilson for 6894 dollars by Master in Chancery S M Gardenhire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Stewart
Wm. Brace
Bragg
Stewart
Brace
Robert
Avuvera
Jan. Biehrs
Cleave
Maine
Vinewood Saild
S M. Gardenhire
Vinewood Park
Frederick J. Wilson
Post Office Changes Threaten Kansas Avenue Delivery
A new post office rule set for January 1 may require altering mail routes in Topeka. One Kansas Avenue Mall delivery could be moved or canceled with possible additions to the Topeka suburb. If enacted, Kansas Avenue delivery will end by 11 AM due to staff changes. Some carriers are already late by 30 minutes to 1 hour amid the coming shift anticipated to begin tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas Avenue Mall
Abelabed
Topeke
Kansas Avenue
Kansas
Rob the Cashier in Broad Daylight Heist at Government Office
Two highwaymen entered a government building in daytime and attacked cashier Frank H. Sparks during pay period. They forced open the cash drawer, seized about 2807 dollars in envelopes, and fled as Sparks lay unconscious. The janitor found the office door open with untouched envelopes after the incident.
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Cincinnati
Weather forecast muddled by uncertain predictions
A weather note reports Mr. Jennings predicting fair weather yesterday for today but expresses doubt about tomorrow. It notes warmer trends in the west and south, colder in the north and east, with rapid barometer changes across states. Temperatures rise in Colorado and southern Wyoming, but fall to single digits in Missouri and nearby states as clouds and sleet pass.
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Jennings
Weather Department
Colorado
New Mexico
Panhandle
Texas
Montana
Dakotas
Missouri
Iowa
Nebraska
Minnesota
Dakota
Kansas
Arkansas
Galorado
Wyoming
North Dakota
Montank
Topeka
Fire destroys millinery store in Valley Falls Kansas
Fire discovered at 10 30 last night gutted Mrs A Murray's millinery store in the Hillyer block. Flames controlled but $1500 in stock ruined. dry goods next door damaged by smoke and water. nearby dental rooms and equipment damaged. other shops reported smoke and water exposure as crews fought the blaze.
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Vancey Falls
Kans
A. Murray
Hillyer
Secon
Paxton & Paxton
Benedict
Dr. Gilman
New Hampshire
Coxcanon
N.hh
Jane «Ton
Charles A. Busiel
Covernor
Revival meeting draws local participants at Walnut Grove
Rev Messra Ream Alderson and Thoburn attended the revival at Walnut Grove last night. J R Stanley known as Lawrence Sawyer, recently paroled from the county jail by Governor Lewelling, plans to open a Hannibal law office. Hun Youngman and Frank Braishaw face preliminary touring for price fighting, bound over to district court. A burglary at 1159 Central avenue North Topeka stole a gold water prize. the burglar was seen and a colored man spotted. Flo attempted pursuit but was halted by a gun. Wim Brady, a “perfectly harmless” youth, was arrested by Officer Lytle while lifting a coat in a North Topeka shop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messra Ream
Alderson
Oakland
Thoburn
Walnut Grove
J. R Stanley
Lawrence Sawyer
Lewelling
Schenck
Flo
Wim, Brady
Lytle
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The
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Filley
Hale
John J. Ingalls
Charles F. Scott
Iola Register
Parker
Clothe
Allen County
Will Marry
Beresford
Senator
Mr. Black
Mr. Jennings
Timorrow
Valley Falls
Kansas Crry
Abilene
Kan
Michael Wandler
Geary County
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