Secret Senate session probes cholera fund grab
The Populist led Senate, in executive session this day, investigates the governor’s health board appointments amid allegations of a cholera fund theft. Key figures, including Dr Henry W. Ruby and treasurer Biddle, face subpoenas as Republicans ally with some Democrats to block confirmations until the probe concludes. Governor Lewelling’s picks for the health board and related posts are under scrutiny with adjournment expected into Monday.
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Kansas anti lottery bill debated in Topeka senate
The Cubbison anti lottery bill passed the Kansas House and prompts debate in the Senate and Topeka. The proposal to prohibit lotteries gift enterprises policy and similar schemes faces constitutional questions before becoming law. The text includes sections defining crimes penalties and enforcement for selling lottery tickets and promoting draws.
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Lottery Definitions and Lease Invalidity Text
The passage defines a broad concept of lottery including schemes distributing money or property among those who pay valuable consideration for a chance. It states the lease remains invalid and the act takes effect from its official publication.
Debs Appeal to Supreme Court for Writ of Error or Habeas
Chicago attorney Darrow meets Justice Hartso to discuss placing Debs case before the U S Supreme Court. He may seek a writ of error direct to the high court, bail, and a stay of execution, or possibly a habeas corpus. A quick Supreme Court ruling is anticipated, with early determination on the key issue. Knights of Labor in Brooxarx weigh a streetcar strike as Assembly No. 7 mulls a 30 cent daily wage demand and a possible midnight rail shutdown.
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Hatch seeks extension of original package liquor law to oleomargarine
At the opening of the session, Mr. Hatch, chair of the agriculture committee, introduced a bill to extend the Wilson original package liquor law to oleomargarine in original packages. The move aims to regulate sale and distribution of oleomargarine similar to liquor.
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Teller Attacks Carlisle Currency Bill In Senate
Senator Teller sharply criticizes the currency bill, saying respect is due but branding any Populist or colleague’s version as lunacy would be fair critique. He urges careful consideration of the measure's implications and warns against political rhetoric shaping monetary policy.
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Astor Funeral Held at Trinity Chapel
The funeral for Mary Paul, wife of William Waldorf Astor, took place at Trinity chapel. Relatives including John Jacol Astor were away in Philadelphia, while William Astor did not attend. Remains were placed in the J. J. Astor vault as wreaths of violets and orchids were ordered for a year.
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Rumor Counts Likely Ambassador to Washington
In Bismarck on January 12 rumors say Count Herbert Bismarck, eldest son of the chancellor, will be named German ambassador to Washington in place of Baron Von Saurma Jeltech.
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Presidents Rule For College Football Games Adopted
The conference of college presidents approved rules restricting participation by trained players and former professionals, forbidding delinquent students from playing, and requiring games to be on college grounds under student management. A Paris dispatch reports composer Benjamin Godari’s death, noting his Paris birth on August 13, 1st and authorship of several operas.
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Colomel Scott's Poker Story in Chicago Record
Colonel James W. Scott recounts a domestic tale of a man defended by a “very modest game” of poker as his wife questions limits while a gold medal for Dr Price’s Baking Powder at the California Midwinter Fair is noted for its genuine award.
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Icebound Threat Strikes With Crushing Grip
A chilling incident described as striking hard and wrapping victims in icy fingers. The report emphasizes fear and sudden danger, noting a harsh, cold event that unsettles a community and prompts safety warnings. No further specifics are provided in the excerpt.
Cold Snap Grips Kansas Wars Over Coal Aid
The first winter cold sweeps Kansas with assertions of bitter temperatures across towns and rail depots. Officials report nine to eleven below in Topeka and nearby locales while rivers freeze and skaters return to the ice. Western legislators discuss state coal aid as hills of snow paralyze fuel and food access, with county leaders warning of widespread hardship among families and laborers.
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Blizzard Halts Cities as Snow Sweeps Southwest Jan 12
A severe blizzard spread from Dakota to Indiana with subzero readings in St Paul Minneapolis and Chicago. Temperatures ranged from eight below in Kansas City to nine below in Chicago as snowfall continued. Reports say warmer weather may return and several inches of snow are possible within twenty hours.
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