Two Widows Seek Pension for J Fildes’ Widowhood Case
In Wichita Kansas two widows pursue a pension claim linked to Civil War veteran Joseph Fildes. Mrs Margaret Wildes is granted a widow’s pension after years of seeking federal aid, while Mrs Fla Glenn Shiskis learns of challenges and local inquiries into the same case. The narrative traces complex family ties, prior marriages, and contested legitimacy amid pension procedures and local recollections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wichita
Kes
Jen
Beacou Pays
Fla Glenn Shiskis
Ware Bhig
Moraine
Margaret Fides
Margaret Wildes
Demeph Fildes
Karatea
Mary Fue
Atchison County
Haying
Waasthiator
Acad
Kantucky
Ana
Accident and court notes from January entry in Ohio newspaper
A fragmentary item reports a left arm injury from a local accident and mentions a murder case involving Ora Ross with a court postponement to February first. It also references a plan at Fort Leavenworth to establish an army cooking school with a budget over $20,000 for a one year course for cooks.
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Fort Leavenworth
Kan
Thie Post
Early Kansas Settlement Claim by Uncle Tom Daniels
In 1852 a call invites any older settler than Uncle Tom Daniels of Kickapoo to come forward. Daniels settled at Kickapoo Istana near Salt Creek mouth two years before Kansas was formally settled, owning land and a farm near Salt Creek valley Poltes Kann.
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Kansas
Uncle Tom" Daniels
Kickapoo
Daniels
Kickapoo Istana
Salt Creek
Andn
Salt Creek Valley
Gas Blast Burns Son of Former Governor in Wichita
In Wichita Kansas on January 1 Murry Stanley son of former Governor W E Stanley was badly burned at his home by a gas explosion. The incident was reported by the Rural Bree Delivery column noting postmasters and officials with several names listed among substitutes and observers.
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Stanley
Hart
Wichita
Kan
Murry Stanley
W. E Stanley
Woestera Rural Carriere Names and Substitutes
A garbled listing from Woestera Rural Carriere in Washington shows names such as Hamilton, Jaquith, Elliott, Atherton, Horace, Fisher, Walton, and substitutes including Samuel Jarhov and Wallian Fairchild. The fragmented text hints at a roster or committee with multiple individuals and roles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eine Fisher
Tosi Pomutnra
Horace Walton
Im Iaid
Samuel Jarhov
Wallian Fairchild
Hiawatha Stockmen Form First Labor Union
The Hiawatha stockmen organize the first labor union with carpenters of the region, electing A Shepherd as president and Homer Firth as vice president. Recording secretary Will Hoane and other officers named. A drowning incident on Smoky River occurred, with a body recovered after hours of search. An injury report notes Dennis dMaableckemich of Nenshe Rapide hurt getting onto a train in Amporia.
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Hiawatha
Aitwatha
Keo
Inn S
Plato
A. Shepherd
Preidont
A. He Viesean
Homer Firth
Will Hoane
Fratela
J. C Musser
Fleur
Amporla
Ken
Dennis dMaableckemich
Nenshe Rapide
Tare
Ottawa
Mandar
Will You Writz a Postal So a Sick One May Get Well
Fragmented, likely 19th century advertisement or letter urging readers to send a postal card to aid a sick person. Mentions remedies, costs, and shipping, with unclear names and dates, tone promotional and instructional.
Profits in Rice Culture By Texas Electric Plantations
A Houston grower, W. Hah, demonstrates profitable Texas rice farming using electric pumping plants. He converted hundreds of acres, reduced labor, and claims electricity offers cost savings, independence from water rents, and steady revenue. He reports large yields and favorable prices, with 10 to 20 thousand net acres under cultivation.
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Texas
Southwest
W. Hah
Houston
Mr. Hah
Tex
Ze Tuu
Hath
Lousiana
Abou
Wyeth Derby Purchase Sparks Domestic Turmoil Rumor
T B Stevane of Walnut Hillsted bought five year old racehorse Wyeth from John A Bruke of Chicago, winner of the American Derby for Crater in Jays. Wyeth bred by Stevens aims for stud duties amid a family rift noted in the press, with references to domestic troubles and a suggested remedy in a tonic.
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Gale
Wyeth
Lexington
T. B. Stevane
Walnut Hillsted
Ofohn A. Bruke
Chicago
Wyrth
Wadsworth
King Attman
Wreth
Crater
Stevens
Will Corbett Gives Up Drinks Amid Ring Fame
San Francisco January 5 notes Will Corbett, fresh from beating Hadie Hanlon, keeps money for a rain day and withdraws from wagering on racing ponies. He cites a desire to avoid a downfall like past champions and reflects on peers such as Jockeys and boxers. he plans to retire from drinking and vows cautious use of his wealth as he considers his future in sport.
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San Francisco
Jen
Hadie Hanlon
Younur
Corbett
Anie
Elaine
Dugilists
Aly
Tun
Murphy
Mt Cloke
Presint
George Dixon
England
McGovern Seeks Frisco Bout With Eddie Haslon
In a Boston New York wish list Terry McGovern aims to fight Eddie Haslon. Manager Sam Harile backs a match with Corbett era style wagers. Side bets are proposed on weight, with 157 pounds discussed and Harris signaling readiness to bet on the outcome.
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Terry McGovern
Eddie Haslon
New York
Jan. S
Terry Metoyvern
Ayeuir
Brooklyn
Retan
Sam Harile
McGovern
Terry
Harris
Terry Aueniast
Witen
Stookirn
Wonder
Corbett
Mike
Morting Fianton
Frieco Fea Tong
Bowery
Dhe Humsphreys
Hanlon
Barris
Toston
Wwe
Frisco
Boyr
Couran
Perry
Fee Talk on Jockey Fuller Star in New Orleans Deal
New Orleans reports a heated bid scene over jockey Fuller with trainer Pod May and Archie Zimmer. Zimmer demands thirty thousand dollars for Fuller’s contract, deeming the price excessive. May asserts High Mall’s prestige and Fuller’s status as top American jockey, predicting stellar preparations for a major race.
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Fuller
New Orleans
Pod May
High Mall
M Dicker
Archie Zimmer
Zimmer
May
High Ball
America
Munyon's Paw-Paw promoted by Prof Morse claims health benefits
Prominent physician endorses Munyon's Paw-Paw detailing claimed digestion aid and catarrh relief. The ad promises renewed health for dyspepsia nervous weakness and general debility, urging readers to try the remedy and discard others.
Washington Park classic trade may hinge on Fuller ride
Deby hints at a possible arrangement to ride the colt in the Washington Park classic at May's urging a purchase price of 750 dollars is cited while February’s World fate handicap is dismissed as unlikely.
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Deby
Fuller
May
Sullivan's Money World Behind the Ring Rivalry
The account recalls John L. Sullivan's finances and generosity, recounting incidents in St. Louis and Chicago. It notes Sullivan’s reluctance to lend, his debt, and the way Gillespie, McCoy, and McAuliffe previously aided or tested him with large sums, illustrating a money culture around the era’s boxing circle.
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Sonnd
Susan
Jeffries
John
Otto Floto
Jeffeies
Gollars
Sullivan
Eeren
Suyboly
St. Louis
Jack McAuliffe
Mike Mooney
McAuliffe
Standard Theater
Sullient
People's
Jack T
Mooney
Wokinter
Jock
Kilrain
Richburg
Chicago
Tom Curley
Curley
Mike Gillespie
Pete McCoy
National
Pearls
McCoy
Job
Gillespie
Veveral
Reds Want Sheckard in Brooklyn Trade Talks
Cincinnati fans heard that open negotiations with the Brooklyn club for Jimmy Sheckard stalled last season as Dodgers owners balked at offers from Gary Herrman. In New York recent meetings, Herrmann again raised the possibility, while Brooklyn reportedly stayed wary about parting with their star.
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Cincinnati
Ute Brooklyn Club
Jimmy Sheckard
Trolley Dodgers
Giarty
San Francisco
DM Dakien
Henry Ache
Ursula
Barney Lehrel
National League
Tommy Burns
Brooklyn Club
Prince
Babs
Rams
Brutus
Donatachie
Dohler
New York
Keene's Sweeper Plate Rated Best Colt at Castieton
The text expresses belief that Keene valued Sweeper Plate as the best colt bred at Castieton since Sommando. It notes Sweeper Plate won his other start, the Michaelmas Piste, and hints at high expectations despite cautious French assessment.
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Ubat
Keene
Sweeper
Esmetaund
Castieton
Hughes Kept as Boston Plans Trade Reversals
Boston management debates trading pitcher Hughes for Jesse Tannehill amid fan protests and internal talks. President Billings denies action while Hittites cites a proposed trade. players and public view Hughes favorably despite uncertainty over the roster and pitching strength for next season.
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Boston
Tom Usher
Huntington
York
Hughes
Jesse Tannehill
Fugal Rooters
Tannehill
Jheew York
Trae
Biliilen
Hittites
Hicnd
20 Tinghes
Chicago
Care
Merry
Cotling
Tannebill
J. 2
Billings
Auto Boats Rise In Popularity For Racing Seas
New York Inn reports growing interest in auto boats as orders surge after holidays. The trend mirrors English and French practice, with designers limited by lack of racing rules until now. Potential bout between Coffroth managed Corbett and Britt discussed. experts see Britt or Corbett as likely winner based on footwork and past foes.
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New York
Inn
Yachtamenere
England
France
Intercollegiate Wrestling Planned At New Haven This Winter
New York reports Yale and Columbia helped seed an Intercollegiate Wrestling Association with Harvard Penn and Princeton invited to join. A first intercollegiate meet is eyed for New Haven early next year as part of a broader college sport expansion on the mat. Other notes mention Ben Jordan considering a U S visit with a Chicago bout offer and Roy Evans signing to pitch for Boston next season.
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New York
Yale
Columbia
New Haven
Harvard
University of Pennsylvania
Princeton
Jordan
United States
Ben Jordan
Uikely
Tras
Charley Hail
Imgland
Wael Geards’ Club
Chicago
Benny Yanger
Roy Evans
Boston
Bigpertia
Kan
Jani
Evans
Roy
Egston
Denison
Texas
Sweeper a Great Colt in Lexington Racing Detail
Major Fy A Dangerfield, manager of Castman stud, seeks a letter from a prominent French turfman praising Sweeper. The 1-year-old Ben Brush colt out of Fairy ner ee dam Millionsire James Tt Jeft seruse shows promise amid classic forein events this season. The critic de Serites hails Sweeper as a bright, growing colt with strong potential.
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Sweeper
Lexington
A. Dangerfield
Castman Stud
Ben Brush
James
Critte de Serites
Topeka Building Permits Set Record For 1903
Topeka posts a new year building total of 645,559 as 172 permits exceed 1,000 dollars. Santa Fe machine shops cost 200,000, plus Cost of Topekinia storage warehouse 350,000 and Rail MC A. 39,000. Largest residence is Charles W Merriam at 15,000. Numerous dwellings and commercial structures listed among 172 permits issued.
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Topeka
Santa Fe Machine Shops
Topeks
Wat
Moser
Savage
D. W. Cornelur
Peterson
R. Cc. Sora
Ae i Aldrich
Overton Mfg. Co
H Stapel
Stapel
W. HH. William
Dvrellee Crawford
P. W. Price
Sahncon
John Nordland
Geo
A. Root
Ritchte
Awelline Alg
Kenderdine
Aes Weis
Doraing Stokesas
Telesis Association
Jobo Saver
O. Swanson
M. Fisk
Fred Slater
Willard Hall
Erick Hareon
G. Miller
Hielie
Toul Seni
W. Dailey
L. Haywood
Ahauo
Charles Curtin
Shartes Curtis
Duretting
R. Welblo
Baker
G. Ashby
N. N. Nettles
J. Carter
Babcook
W. Sliver
EK. Barnes
Gordon
eLveeTthe
J. W. McCartney
A. Ostergard
Bar
A. Creamery
Robt
Deitrich
Bert Gilbert
Burrell
D. HL Scott
Busi
Grip Weakened My Heart And Nerves
Personal testimony praised Dr Miles remedies for heart and nervous weakness. The writer claims recovery after two battles with illness, urging readers to request a free medical book from Dr Miles Medical Co, Elkhart Ind. The ad-like text emphasizes toning the nerves and preventing future attacks with a tonic.
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Lees
Liz
Itipoe
Miles
Reid Lise
Fae Gantities
Manel
Sir
Miles Medical Coy
Elkhart Ind
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Sam
Howard Ovat Hale
Ora Ross
Lesh
Preston
J. G
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Miami County
Lyon County Farm
Solis Well
Wooster
Thatal Fetter Carrers
Isansan
Cedartale
Ear
Honea
Elmer
Jagatta
Hituine
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Enn
Eeeierie Carers
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Atherton
Warren
Dickcramm
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Saitton
Fiorenes
G. Dicke
Graves
Eater
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Cartinea
Walton
Ire
A. Falcontid
Sabe
Wostern
Wiehington
Jan
Noramatiers
Foc Sa Mggee
Walker
Afvon
Itobert
Taille Gust
Kepaas
George EH. Haemringr
Ise
Sen
Ormillagaa
Wes
Mondor
Jomnaen
Tvl
Turmis
E ' Rey
Sporting News
Young Corbett
Munyon
Willard H. Morse
London Society of Science
Jeff
John S. Sullivan
REDS
Sheckard
Austrien
Rainland
Ring
Calcutta
W. D. Bernhardt & Co
Focal
Clawnhn
W. Lewis
CHM
Los Angeles
Cal
Ancot
Barney Schreiter
Hersian
Pinkerton
Larca
Cloche D'Or Wax
Blues Lexington
J. C. Keene
Blues
Kentucky
Corbett-Britt
Hon Frankisco
Coffroth
Yoremite
Auch
Britt
Jimmy
Farth Slevevesen
Aris
O'Neil
Cincinenti
South Beng
O'Nh
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Hermann
Cincinnati National
Ermaton
Asterson
Ind
Parbottio
Ew Wissouri
Kansas Telz
Phoo
Hot Springs
Arkansas
the Park Hotel
J. Hohayes
Wrestlite
Capitol Building
Kansas Avenue
J. Ponard
EB Roudebush
Delap
Ketler
O Purdy
Bf, Prast
Hea Curry
Netite
Ana Zoe Tiller
Vittac Morphy
Dr. Miles
O. DeMoss
Demoss & Penwell
Quincy St. Topeka
L. M. Pexwein
M.C. A
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