Permanent Homes and national policy notes
A jumble of 1901 editorials and wire reports touches on the Panama canal Prominent figures include Governor Van Sant Andrew Carnegie and President McKinley The text discusses rail mergers canal politics and treasury portfolios with references to Oxnard Cuban sugar duties and a proposed bounty It surveys public education philanthropy and fiscal policy in a period of reform and debate involving multiple states and national figures
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrew Carnegie
Carnegie
New York Times
Congress
Oxnard
Ar. Oxnard
the Times
Our Coffee Bill Sees Record US Import Volumes
Eleven months of 1896 show US coffee imports reaching historic highs. Treasury figures indicate total 1896 imports exceed any three prior years, with eleven months ending November displaying substantial growth over 1895 and earlier periods. The data suggests a continued strong import trend into year’s end.
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United States
Treasury Bureau of Statistics
Peunda
Otselsit
Brazil Coffee Imports Dominate U S Trade
In the eleven months to November the United States imported 7EURSIA pounds of coffee from Brazil, the largest share among sources, with 91,207,718 pounds from other South American nations and Central America, while costs per pound were lower than in 1890 1877 comparative years.
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United States
Brasil
Treasure Bureau of Atatletics
Globe Sights Abbreviated Anecdotes In Patchwork Parlor
A collage of quirky observations and social quips. It notes lawyers, singers quitting art, a city clerk’s wage, a St Louis preacher on proposals, and a biting portrait of a man who helps others get jobs while boasting about effort.
Pointed Paragraphs From The Chicago News
A collection of aphoristic observations on marriage desire wealth temper and social behavior. The speaker notes vanity fidelity pride and the odds of securing sympathy through wit or manipulation. The tone resembles moralistic witticisms from a bygone era with sharp pointed lines.
Reflections of a Bachelor from the New York Press
A satirical reflection on romance and women explores how affection is proven by a man’s misery and longing. The piece notes a woman’s imagination and the impossibility of convincing a grown woman of her own changes, while humorously detailing social expectations in courting.
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New York Press
Quaker Reflections From the Philadelphia Record
A compact reflection on human nature and integrity. The piece notes that trouble persists, Sunday rest should be open to all, and people often break their word. It observes that no one is ever truly perfect nor wholly irredeemable, urging cautious judgment and temperate expectations.
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Philadelphia Record
Fatal double murder and suicide in Wyeat Union Iowa
News item reports Jane Homer Neff, the county surveyor and former clerk, killed Mies Tose Walle after years of attention, then killed Emmett Nillvan. Neff shot across the Park, locked the door, removed shells, and shot himself. death instantaneous. Also mentions Nelson Calle meeting about state textbook commission for January 24 and 25 to discuss replies by Kansas educators, future contracts, and books.
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Wyeat Union
Jane—Homer
Neff
Cow
Mies Tose Walle
Emmett Nillvan
Kinpelt
Sullivan
Neftas
Royal Electric Ught
Frank Nelson
State Superintendent of Public Instruction
Kansas
Painter's Pie and the Red Painted Painter's Pie
Four year old Tommy Sparks samples red paint from a neighbor's wall while painters work. Mrs Sparks and doctors react as the druggist treats the boy for paint ingestion. The baby quips Painter's pie is good as adults scramble to manage the boy's peril.
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B. Clark
Cain
Tommy Sparks
Tommy
Tomy
Marrs
Mainier
Sparks
Mr. Sparks
Faye
Tony
Peete Pegearsa
Beth
Helen
Jose
The Stimulus of Pure Blood Ad Claims
The ad touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a cure all for biliousness dyspepsia constipation kidney trouble rheumatism catarrh nervousness weakness faintness pimples and skin eruptions. It cites W. Reston of Woodstock Arkansas who reports feeling better after taking a bottle and urges readers to try Hood's today.
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Reston
Woodstock, Ann
Hood
Kane State Poultry Show Opens at Auditorium
The thirteenth annual Kane State Poultry association show opened at the Auditorium at noon. Exhibits will remain on display through the week from morning until night. Many fanciers entered birds from across Missouri and neighboring regions as carpenters prepare coops and set up displays. The annual meeting of the association is scheduled for Thursday.
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Kanesas State Poultry Association
Feige
Mec Eaaltite Ail Aera
Siany
Nell Mimsouri
the Associatton
Findlay Contract Delayed Amid Burton Fallout in Muscogee
Discussions over feeding prisoners at Muscogee Indian Territory stalled as Attorney General Knox reportedly blocks the Findlay contract. The episode deepens rifts between Senator Burton and Knox Hitchcock, with Findlay delaying acceptance until after J. Stinson's revenue post. Burton previously courted Findlay for internal revenue collector.
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George Findlay
Muscogee, I. T
Burton
Internal Revenue
Findlay
Senator Burton
Washington
Knox
Kaa
Kno
Hitchcock
J. St Son
Crum Ends Wait For US Marshal Post As Burton Pushes
Senator Burton continues to press L S Crum for the United States marshal appointment. President Roosevelt was urged to favor Crum, with Sterne’s four year term ending January 16. Crum's endorsements flow from Kansas factions as Mulvane heads to Washington for outreach.
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Burton
Muleane
L. 5. Crum
United States
Roosevelt
Crum
W. ©. Sterne
More pavement petitions filed for Van Buren and Harrison streets
The State Journal notes several new pavement petitions being prepared. Van Buren street from Second to Third and Harrison street from Second to Third will be considered soon, with Second street from Avenue to Jackson also likely to seek pavement. The Van Buren south end petition progresses, Walnut Grove residents from Seventeenth to Twentieth vote solidly, and Orchard Place is expected to show strong support.
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State Journal
van Buren Street
Harrison Street
Second Street
Avenue
Jackson
van Buren
Walnut Grove
Seventeenth
Wentieth
Orchard Place
Michigan Football Team Arrives From California
Michigan coach Sout plans for upcoming game as the team travels from California to Ann Arbor after a win over Stanford on New Year’s Day. The squad, featuring Footpais players, moves toward preparation for the looming clash, with emphasis on panel throws and midheight tactics.
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Topeka
Michigan
Necame
Sout
Mide
Ann Arbor
California
Tex
Stanford
Uncertain outcome as Findlay weighs Burton contract offer
Fragmentary report notes Findlay faces ongoing trouble after deciding to accept Senator Burton's offer. It questions whether the agreed annual payment of $0000 is sufficient and hints at unresolved issues around the collectorship and contract terms. The text implies funding gaps and political pressure remain.
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Findlay
Burton
Shieds Held in Man Slaughter Case
Dr I A Bhi a colored physician faced manslaughter charges after the death of Thomas a colored girl in North Opel. Bound over for trial as coroners jury concluded a criminal operation by Shiede.
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I. A. Bhi
Thomas
North Opel
Jurs Hg
Shicide
Pension Agency Change Delayed To February Plan
The report states Col Metcalf will likely not lead the pension agency until mid February due to the need to prepare quarterly pension checks. Payment checks for the next period, signed by Mr. Leland, are already issued and must be processed over several weeks, delaying any new checks until after February 4.
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Col Metcalf
Nooner
Leland
Barber Asphalt clash sparks council showdown in Topeka
Topeka council faces heated debate over Barber Asphalt Company contract amid fraud charges and bids for city sewer. McCabe warns against buying influence as Morris Avenue pavement bid faces defeat and cast iron curb disputes threaten injunction. City plans and protests signal a tense, contentious meeting with multiple factions ready to fight.
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City Park
Ucense
Mcense Committee
Supreme Court
Barber Asphalt Company
Barber Company
Topeka
Barber
McCabe
Morris Avenue
Engineer Killed In Rail Collision At Vicksburg
In New Orleans the regular eastbound train on the Minnesota Valley line bound south collided with a switch engine at Vicksburg today. Samuel S. Craig was killed and Bresnht badly bruised. Passengers were badly shaken up.
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New Orleans
San
Minstaxtort
Vicksburg
Samuel
Craig
Brousht
Mr M Leod Returns Rumor of New Chief Clerk
Rumor says J E B Method formerly of Santa Fe offices has returned from California and may become chief clerk to the general storekeeper. The note highlights speculation about leadership changes and Method's return.
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J. EB. Method
Santa Fe
California
Detroit and Toledo Short Line elects Youd for large lien
A lien for 258 087 10 was filed in Detroit's registry of deeds by William B. Strang, a New York contractor, against the Detroit and Toledo Short Line. The line is owned by the Everett Moore syndicate of Cleveland and is in liquidation. Several small stores are noted in Toledo and suburbia.
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Cesbeneeeree
Detroit
Toledo
Rester
William B. Strang
New York
Everett-Moore 6
Syndicate
Cleveland
Extinnto
Sano Very
Topel
Minn Montieths Room Donates Picture for the Poor
Pupils at Clay School in Minn Montieths room voted to tie money from their picture fund for charity. News reached Boston where Soule Art company offered a picture titled A Golden Autumn Day with a note of compliment. The room gains a valuable addition to its art collection. Jersey Central Increases Dividend. New Jersey Central directors set a quarterly dividend of 2 percent per share at the last payment.
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Minn Montieth
Clay School
Boston
Mies
Soule Art Company of
Jersey Central
New York
Jan
New Jersey Central Railroad
Hanna Seeks Secretary of State Amid County Rift
A local party split in Graham County surfaces as Hanna campaigns for secretary of state while rival Hill canvasses support from the Millbrook and Will City factions. The Seventh District jockeys for influence as district balance and delegate loyalties shape the county contest.
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Gruhasn Oy
Tarasser
D. J. Hanna
The
State Journal
Hanus 3
Raham County
Hanna
Hannna
Cranam van
Daven
Guy Portins
Tiegorder
Elin
Millbrook
Pomeroy
Boston
Graham Countty
Hill City
Hus City
Fencine
Hevorder
Thorth
Willy Fianna
WA. Hill
Recorfer
Will City
Pininville
Dave Haru
Janda
Burrown
Billie
Supreme Bench
End of Nightmare Contract Let for Dome Rotunda Work
The executive council let the redecorating contract for the dome rotunda at the state house this afternoon. J. Sturday of Chicago secured the bid at 7600 dollars. The work aims to repaint the rotunda frieze and overhaul most decorations in a radical redesign.
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State House
Tate House
Executive Council
Sturday
Chicago
Quemmest
Poor MacDowell Trial Echoes In New York Suit
A muddled OCR fragment outlines a sensational defamation style case linked to MacDowell and his wife. It notes actions in New York over rights conveyance, alleged induced actions, and damages claims centered on press reporting and personal reputations.
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Claredon Burien
Tad
Hee Eine
Mae Lowell
New York
Igregute
Yb Brune
T.ehaurta
Anita
Gota
Pat
H Stenever
Deaths and Funerals for Mein Dice and Anna Lindaieg
Death notices report Mein Dice a 63 year old died in the morning with funeral details on the two day. Also announced is Anna Lindaieg resident of Fe A ie ieee with services at 2 pm from Green avenue residence. The obituary notes the will and testament directing arrangements for Invermen.
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Dice
ILA
Cma
Anna Lindaieg
Lindaighter
Ie Ieee Rere
Topeka Choral to Perform Nordica Engagement
The Topeka Choral Society plans a concert this evening at igh Bc School with rehearsals for Nordica engagement. A mail bar will be set in the Auditorium for repairs and a Midwinter Exhibition will be collected. Pieiech, recently in a New York contract, remains a key figure.
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Topeka
Igh Bc
Pieiech
New York
Tepe
The
Womans Society
Firat Churen
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Topeka State Journal
Erate
Fener ‘Mealu
York
Bile Paul Bi
Associated Frese
Femprteted
Ae 8
Tvl
Ingtagh Seport
Genat News
Suile Sitien
Northern Railroade
Gov. van Sant
Montgomery Advertiser
Maclay
Lampoon
Qwaseed Therm
Todianapolis
Uncle Sam
Panama Canal
Mark Jong
Ohio
Mr. Cleveland
Isthmian Canal Commission
Panama Company
Inline Chambers
New York Journal
Shaw
Treasury
Allison
Dolliver
Henterean
Slee
Henderson
Senator Flatt
White
Globe Sights
St. Louis
Mra
Lysander John Appleton Mays
Atchison
Ubleau
Chicago News
Sweetheart
Goa
Jerchants
Palverstt
David
Lower van Buren
Harrison
Rial
G. F. Bishop
Bishop
Committee
Capital City Iron Works
East Tenth
East Eighth Avenue
Eighth Avenue
MR. M’leod
Trouble
Macdowell
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