Caucus Hints Delay in Silver Members Races
Candidates debate postponement as Silver caucus set for tomorrow at 4 pm. Brown Street Rothweiler Trusbloud vie for leadership, with Western district votes pivotal. Edwin Taylor unable to attend due to a partner’s death while Wellen’s prospects remain debated.
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Tomerzue
Orink
Roth- Weller
Beean
Trusbloud
Grawa
AL Droten
Ruthwelier
Edwin Taylor
Wyandatt
Weltep
Ether Brown
Street
Jaquing 15 For King Representative From Cowley Favors Him
A Cowles representative Taquins arrives to praise J P King for state senate. He cites King as in touch with party principles and long legislative experience. Critics note Loyd Porter and others, but argue King best represents party and state interests.
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Heeldenthal
Harrey
Ms Good Senatora
Secretay Little Delivers Caution On Bribe Letters
Private Secretary EC Little reported receiving numerous letters offering money for influence to secure positions. He noted political corruption attempts and warned that offering payment to obtain favors violates the law and harms the people. Governor Leddy spent time addressing factional pitches from Kansas City police boards and partisans.
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EC Little
Winman
Police Board
Kansas City
Leddy
Karas
Wyandotte police board candidates seek two slots
The Populist and Democratic factions argued their picks for Wyandotte county police board seats. One group backs J C Horton Jan Finlett and A P Jenidne for chief and patrol, while the other favors four candidates including J J Dalgren Henry Steammvns S M Craddock and C P McCambridge. Frank Strickland and the Democrats have not endorsed a board. No change in council makeup, talks continue, King backers press for the post, and King arrives to mingle. Senate race still center stage with King and the speakership contest dominating discussions.
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Quaries
Poties
Agin
J. Jb. Dalgren
Henry Steammvns
5. M. Craddock
C. P. McCambridge
Frank Strickland
Cowley County
King
Mir King
JW. Murphy
Seuster Peffer
Tefire
Eiven
Candidates for minor legislative offices listed in Kansas article
The piece lists candidates for minor state posts including house sergeant at arms and secretary of the senate. Names include A G Randolph, Witt Blake, J F P Newell, B Frank, S C Everley, Solon Gray, D M Henderson, John Hall, Ben C Rich, J D Gilpin, M Watson, W Webb, and T B H Butler seeking past roles. Joe Bley pursues the board of rail road commissioner clerkship amid Silver faction backing.
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Nergennl
Setateond
Senate
Serebnal-ct
Sharenee County
C. Everley
Cloud County
Solon | Gray
Rice County
D. M. Henderson
Shawoes County
John Hall
Neasha County
Ben C. Rich
Billa
D. Gilpin
Lincoln
M.watson
Hutchinson
W. €. Webb
Torreton
Joe Bley
Board of Railroad
Jor
$1,500 To Library Promises Benefit To Topeka
A Kansas city note reports a one thousand five hundred dollar pledge toward the Topeka Library building debt. The gift, from a local friend, aims to retire the debt and speed book purchases as the library matures from trial status to a permanent institution. Also noted is the New York yachtsmen committee naming officers for an annual election with J P Morgan and W K Van Wyke cited.
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EL Wilder
Kansas
Topeka
Beng
Warniig
Inter
New York
Eha Tuldy
Cote For
J. Merpont Morgan
W. K. van- Werallt
Elrelos
Tor
Candidate for Chaplains Named From City
Rev William Irden of this city is listed as a new candidate for chaplain of the House of Representatives. He is connected with the North Topeka Christian Church and has served on the State Board of Missions and formerly on the State Sunday school association of that denomination.
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William Irden
Oefugee of Representatives
Flew Waster
North Topeka Christian Church
Missrous
Sanday Shoul
New York Firm Assigns Its Assets to Jake Roheim and Mas Wen
New York firm HW Johnston & Co., a corporation dealing in diamonds jewelry and silverware, assigned to Jake Roheim and Artur H. Maswen. Reported liabilities about $219 000 with assets around $21 904. Patti Weote Legion of Honor Paris. Madame Adplina Patt seeks to keep the decoration secret per a newspaper interview.
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New York
HW. Johnston & Co
Jake Roheim
Artur H. Mas- Wen
Patti Weote
Legion of Honor
Paris
Jan
Adplina Pattis
Corbett Beats Stage Manager After Late Cue Incident
Detroit January 7 James J Corbett thrashed stage manager Battaglia after a late cue delayed a love scene. Corbett seized Battaglia by the shoulder and knocked him to the floor with left and right blows sending him several feet. Battaglia fined by Police Justice Sellers and refused to pay the salary dues.
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Detroit
Mich
James J. Corbett
Orlando Mattagla
Sellers
Corbett
Battaglia
James
Batagiin
Baltsulla
Jert
Flour Output Reported By Northwestern Miller
Minneapolis and Duluth show high flour output with weekly figures across several mills. North Western Miller cites totals for Minneapolis, Duluth, Milwaukee and Superior including shipments to foreign markets and year comparisons.
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Minneapolis
Binn
Jor-Duluth
Milwaukee
Minneaxpolis
Feo Baath
Clerk McCabe and John Ritchie Trapped in Vault
County Clerk McCabe and John Ritchie were accidentally locked in a county clerk’s vault during a private talk. The door bolt slipped, trapping them for about an hour until a ladder was used to free them through a window after attempts to persuade failed.
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John Ritchie
McCabe
Ahterns
Lucas
Ritchie
Kinloch Company Enters St Louis Telephone Field
In St Louis on January 7 a new Kinloch Telephone company formed with multi million capital announces canvassers will solicit subscribers. Manager Si J Ford says operations expected in 18 months with a simplified dial system. Rates listed as 60 dollars yearly for business houses, 40 for physicians, 33 for private residences.
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Bt Louis
Th Einloch Telephone Company
Si J.ford
Si. Laula Pt
Central Ofice
Eimioeh Company
Businema
Paris Doctor Describes Spine Straightening Method
Paris January 7 Dr Callot reported before the Academy of Medicine a decade of experiments in straightening hunchbacks by pressure. He details keeping the spine straight for ten months after cure and notes no accidents in 29 cases. He says children may avoid shortening but doubts the method will cure adults.
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Paris
Callot
Academy of Medicine
Caliol
Denver Bank Reopens After Reorganization in Denver Col
The American National Bank reopened today under new management with 3 605 000 cash on hand to meet items and conduct business. About 200 005 of liabilities remain to be provided from other assets of the bank. In Atchison a push began to erect a monument to the late Governor John A. Martin. His grave in an unmarked plot drew few citizens to locate it in the cemetery. The governor received a large military funeral seven years ago.
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Denver Bank
Denver
Col
Jay
American National Bank
Atchison
John A. Martin
Martin
Alvinson
Kansan
Princess Chimay Warns Women Not to Marry for Social Gain
A letter from Princess de Chimas formerly Chira Ward of Detroit now in Budapest urges American women to stay true to themselves and avoid marrying for social position. She frames her actions as personal liberty and condemns hypocrisy while noting few American bred women find happiness in Continental high society. She asks countrywomen to learn from her fate.
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Titis
Hank Washington
Princess de Chimas
Chira Ward
Detroit
Budapest
Dad
Hivy
Farmers Alliance Plans Large Cooperative Scheme
At the annual Farmers Alliance convention, delegates outlined a vast cooperative system with county bicodes and a state headquarters in Topeka. The plan includes issuing bills of credit accepted by members for business, with depots at county seats for deposits and exchanges, led by Annie L. Dizes and lawyers to prepare a bill for the legislature.
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Keh
Dnion
Annie L. Dizes
Jones Beats Pulitzer in Missouri Supreme Court Decision
Jefferson City Jan. 7 The Missouri Supreme Court upheld Charles F. Jones as editor in charge in the St. Louis Post-Dispatch case. Judge McFarland authored the majority opinion with Sherwood and Robinson dissenting. The dispute traced back to a 1923 contract with Post-Dispatch Publishing Company and included involvement in party factions and a temporary restraining order until Julie Valliant's title made the order permanent.
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Missouri Supreme Court
Jefferson City
Supreme Court
St. Louis
Charles F. Jones
McFarland
Sherwood and Robinson
Burgesd
Jones
Post-Dispetch Publishing Company
Joseph Pulitner
Stons
Julie Valliant
Argentine Revenues Tax Approved for Foreign Insurance Firms
Buenos Aires chamber of deputies approves a 10 percent tax on most insurance premiums for foreign firms and 2 percent for certain lines. National firms face different rates, with foreign corporations also paying an annual tax on new business. Low agricultural production insurance exempt. Also reports theft case in Kansas City where Porter is accused of embezzling funds from Buford & George Manufacturing.
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New York
San
Aispatch
Werald
Buenos Ayres
Chamber of Deputies
Sweet Spercee
Foreiicn
Natonal
Retired official resigns from Missouri agency post
A Missouri agent with ties to Kansas and Indian Territory steps down amid plans to accept a severance fee. The resignation becomes effective February.
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MH & T
Win Adams
Pancral Ucket
Missouri, Kancos & Lines
Kansas
Pingree’s Reforms Urge Direct Vote and 2 Cent Rail Fares
Lansing Jan 7 The Michigan legislature opens with Gov Pingree urging abolition of party conventions for direct Australian ballot nominating, state taxation reform for corporate property, a uniform 2 cent fare proposal, and stricter franchise oversight. He calls for a corporation commissioner, a state tax board, and bans on paid lobbyists while pushing annual legislative sessions limited to 60 days.
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Mich
Pingree
Slichizan
Pingoes
Chicago
Grand Trunk
Michigan Central
Lake Shore
Michigan
Pineree
Gov Pov urged Maine youth stay home in 19th century plea
Governor Pov pleads against westward migration in a Maine address dated January 7. He argues local resources and savings must be directed to developing the state's industries and prospects, warning against delusions of distant opportunity and urging prudence amid hard times.
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Augusta
Povee
Curieh
Delia
Prohibit Officers Gambling Says Governor Address
Buxton Jan 7 Gov Wilcutt in an address condemns officers who gamble with public funds. He urges stricter safeguards and registry to protect individuals and communities from trust breaches and speculative schemes. The speech emphasizes the need for stronger oversight to curb corruption and fraud.
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Buxton
Gov. Wilcutt
Question on legal limits for officials investing in stock
The passage asks if state or municipal officers may legally hire or invest public funds in stock under penalties, and whether this rule should apply to quasi public and private corporations and private trustees. It explores removal from office for such actions and potential statutory guidance.
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Ats
Jrareifi
Governor Holcomb urges curbs on railroad power in Nebraska speech
Lincoln Neb Jan 7 Silas A Holcomb sworn in for a second term outlines a littered agenda focusing on local interests. He urges limiting railroad influence in elections and condemns partisan coercion and special rates that skew public business. He calls for wholesome legislation to restrain railroads and protects workers and veterans.
Purity League Faces Setback Over Marital Adjustments
In Topeka the Social Purity League, pressing prosecutions of offenders, is thwarted when proposed marriages between accused men and underage complainants derail cases. Hugo Quendow, jailed for involvement with 16 year old Lit tie Peaster, married in probate office after officers warned against licenses. The case likely ends with the cash bond dismissed, highlighting league limits.
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Hugo Quendon
Marridge
Social Purity League
Topeka
Fa Havi
League
Jeasue
Igore
Hugo Quendow
Santa Fe
Liltie Peaster
Quendow
Leavenworth
Quenden
Secial Parity
Leacue
Wood
Weyler's Butcher in Havana Exile Tale from Guanabacoa
Antonio Acuaro, Havana arrivee from Havana on the Orizaba, details brutal acts by Col. Pendievila in Guanabacoa. He cites mass expulsions, nightly arrests, and killings with yaeches, claiming 39 disappearances and a terror campaign. He fled toward the United States, aided by Spanish friends.
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Antonio Acuaro
le Havena Produce Exchange
Orizaba
Havana
Guanabacon
Col. Pondeviela
Senos Aguere
United States
Guanabheca
Ol Fond
Fondeviela
Clean Your Own Walks Says City Official
Public notices advise residents that property owners bear responsibility for snow removal on sidewalks. Commissioner Ramsey faces resistance as efforts to enforce the city ordinance continue. The recent storm left walks badly iced and owners are urged to clear their paths.
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Ramsey
Topele
Rameecy
Guthrie Man Attacks Two Women
Guthrie Oklahoma January 7 Felix Ott claims to have been cheated out of 320 dollars. He attacked two women in a street confrontation and is now in jail awaiting further proceedings.
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Guthrie
O. T
Felix Ott
Aunguier
Berindely Mara
Bakarul
Ott
Bankers Tipped Warned of Impending Crisis
Several bankers were warned of a looming crisis in a series of brief advisories. The notices emphasize early warning signals and prudent financial precautions issued to banking leaders and intermediaries.
Depositors Withdraw Early From Defunct Illinois Bank
On January 7 Chicago reports that several bases with funds in the defunct Illinois National Bank were warned and withdrew their deposits in time. Oak Park State Bank President Henry W. Austin said he moved funds before the failure, taking out 3,000 dollars on December Monday and 5,000 more the next day. Proprieties of West Side bank Tilden and Hess were also warned to withdraw.
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Chicago
Henry W. Austin
Oak Park State Bank
Tlinois National
Austin
National Bank of
Ilinois
Beet- Hess
Ak Parle State Bank
Finkiey
Tilden
West Side Bank
Aust
Bay
Coal Mine Strike Shuts Tennessee Traceyee Operations
Nashville reports a strike at Traceyee coal mines leading to shutdowns. Mules removed by Tennessee Coal & Iron Hasbroad to Birmingham for use, halting traffic on the Tracey branch of the Nashville Chattanooga St Louis railroad. Two trains already stopped with broader disruptions and worker impact expected.
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Nashville
Traceyee
Tennessee Coal & Iron Hasbroad Company
Birmingham
Boue Oe
Sashviic
St.Louie
Bank of Eau Claire Fails Bank Closes in St Paul Area
Bank of Eau Claire suffers failure triggering closure in St Paul area. Officials say depositors will be protected while the institution winds down operations amid rising concerns about liquidity. Community leaders note impact on local finances and urge orderly processing of claims.
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Ac. A
Paul Anf
Alterman Bank of
St Paul
Eau Claire
Bryan En Chicago Speech Tonight At Tremont House
A committee from the W J Irvan committee invites Bryan to Chicago to speak this evening at Tremont House. The event honors the anniversary of Awe Jackson with a league gathering and public address in the city.
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Chicago
Chicaso
W. J. Firvan Jessue
Sabetha Banker Jackson Cotton Dies After Illness
Jackson Cotton of Sabetha Kansas, longtime Nemaha county pioneer and president of the Citizens' State Bank, died Tuesday night after an illness of several months. The community mourns a wealthy, influential figure in Sabetha and the surrounding area.
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Jackson Cotton
Sabetha
Kan
Jackson
Tom
Nemaka County
Citizens’ Brate Bank
Ambition and Crime Tops in Sparse Janus Dispatches
London rumors press Gor Somn Hay as ambassador candidate amid talk of his high ability. In Kansas, Mrs August Bierman is found guilty of murder and declared insane by a jury. Palmerston suffers a hurricane striking Palmerstontown Australia, amid telegraph and cable disruptions near Java.
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London
the Dailyews
Bay
Corr
Tames
Bierman
Lawrence
Kan
August Bierman
Jim
Two Minnesota Banks Fail In Sweep Of Closings
Washington reports Senate adjourns to Monday as Cantons and Lenesturo banks fail under Teal & Co. In other items Emperor William designs Jerusalem church tower while Donsuhs wins skating honors and a Kirwin post provided a political note.
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Sega
la Doe Canton
Canton
Citheens
Bank of
Lenesturo
ly seil teat @& Co
Emperor
London
Berlin
William Feis
Jerusalem
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