Morgan explains dissolving bond syndicate and gold plan
J Piermont Morgan recounts forming and dissolving a bond syndicate to restore U S gold reserves. He details negotiations with Europe and the United States, the January 4 letter to President Cleveland, and the rationale for ending the syndicate as public response lagged, emphasizing efforts to replenish gold and stabilize government credit. The narrative covers participants from Europe and U S banks, terms of the loan, and the aim to secure 11.5 million ounces of gold.
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J.P Morgan 2 Co
Congreve
Executive Department
Congrev
United States
Treasury Reserve
Europe
London
Deniscus Bank
Messrs Morgan
Harjes & Co
Germany
France
Holland
Genigas
Dutane
Treasury
Connect
Morgan
the Treasury
J. Pripont Monas Letter on Gold Contract Plan
A dated letter from J. Prinpont Monas states that after a Washington visit he seeks cooperation to negotiate a contract for 11,500,000 troy ounces of U S gold coin, about 200 million dollars, to stabilize the currency and aid a treasury sale. He pledges support to the government and the nominee's campaign, awaiting press pressure.
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Washington
Uolikely
Gol
Congress
Byublic
United States
J. Prinpont Moneas
Cold Wave No 2 Sweeps Southward From Northwest
The second great frigid wave from the northwest territory reached Calgary at 380 degrees below zero last night. Manitoba saw 20 below, Helena 14 below, and Minnesota’s coldest reading was 12 below at St Vincent.
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Northwest Territory
St. Pacl
Jae
Calgary
Manitoba
Helena
Mincesots
St Vincent
Talmage to resign from church amid discord at First Presbyterian
Rumors spread that Rev. T DeWitt Talmage will sever his connection with the First Presbyterian Church of Washington. He has told trustees of his desire to withdraw from the pastorate to avoid further church strife rooted in calls to dispense with Dr Allen's service and that Talmage should preach on Sundays.
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Allen
Dr.Talwage
Grand Jury Work Probes Grave Robbery Case
The grand jury continues grave robbery investigations with rapid witness intake. Key testimonies include W D Myers of Kanway Tent and Awning about canvas sacks, and Dr C S McClintock tied to the stolen bodies. Van Fleet and others recount the search, with many medical college faculty testifying. The panel aims to meet daily at 9.00 A M and adjourn at 1 P M. Municipal League session tonight features papers by Col Tweedle and Dr W E McVey. An intercollegiate scratch race involving Harvard Cornell Columbia and the University of Pennsylvania is planned likely at Poughkeepsie.
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Co. S. McClintoch
W. D. Myers
Kanway Tent and Awning Company
Hoen
CS. McClintock
Medical College
van Fleet
Rochester
Medical’ College
Sexton Omield
Ross, Williams
Stonestreet
EU. DeMesa
Clarence Whlists
M. ©. Holman
Dr. Farber
Mra van Fleet
Mary L. McKinstry
A. N. Dake
Bro
Mary Raymond
van Pleet
Sexton Clarence Scott
J. Waverly
Albert N. Duke
Polles Sargeent Tin Donavad
Washburo
F. 5. Wemple
A. Horn
Krakemsa
G. W. Porter
Mie
Kansas Delegation Avoids LelandBurton Fight in Kansas
From State Journal special correspondent Wasuixoron Jan 15 Kansas delegation in Congress stays out of the Leland vs anti-Leland fight urging members to focus on their duties and avoid meddling. They expect no decisive stance but note the field may produce dark horse candidates as Burton and Ingalls face uncertain prospects amid shifting support.
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Wasuixoron
Kansas
Congress
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Congreen
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Pirat
A Kaussman
Dolt
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Ingalls
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Mr. War
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Elga
Eppatume
Wiike
Kanens
M& Ware
Atlanta
Birmingham
Memphis
Iim
Fortscott
Ate
Itivinevitelle
Jones
Paint Creek
Walminton
Wasington
Ebness
Rood
Verde
Reed
Minneapolis
Air. Ware
Mr. Reed
Dina More
Engand
Hic Jones
Dentist Lisned Her And The Citizens Of Molt Chase Him Out
A Liberty Missouri report says Dr C G L Ebers kissed the wife of a prominent Molt citizen while filling her teeth. About twenty citizens pursued him down the main street demanding his removal. He left town after ten minutes to catch a train, denied permission to stay.
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Molt
Kansas
Crrr
Liberty
CG. L. Ebers
Herts
Legislature May Yet Assemble in March for Apportionment
City lawyers debate the constitutional timing for a state legislature session this year. A call by five members may compel a meeting before March 12 to pass a new apportionment, with Governor Morrill needing to issue a call or the court weighing legality.
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Stors
Supreme Court
Otto Goketeln
Sedgwick County
Guy. Morrill
Eckstein
Troutman
Edwards
Senate Chamber
Atute
Utelvet Legislative Assembly
Edison Light Company Bid Rejected by City Committee
The city lights committee rejected Edison Light Company's second proposition to illuminate the city. The new plan barely differed from the prior one and priced at 85.95 per light, while the outside limit is 73 per light. Council will order advertising for city plant machinery at the next meeting. Steamships Collide Claims Nineteen Drown in Fog. Cesgar sinks after collision with Neurus near Ram's ate. Neurus towed to safety.
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Committee On Lights of
Cutinell
Edison Company
Drew
Doven
Eup
Cesgar
Gateeloon
Neurus
Iquique
Hamburg
Reed Sentiment Shapes Delegates In Five City Conventions
National Republican delegates chosen across five city districts favor Reed for president with McKinley as second choice in most cases. Quay supporters form slates, some bolting conventions, urging Reed in first and fifth districts. Ex President Harrison studies irrigation briefs for Supreme Court case amid candidate chatter.
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St Louis
Quay
Bald
Ular
Thomas Reed
Br. Martin
Reed
McKinley
Senator Quay
Milk Scarcity Ties to Sam McLemore Whisky Case
The case against Sam McLemore, a lunch-house operator near Eleventh and Huchan ey streets, centered on claims he served whisky with meals. Police testified William Brown drank whisky without paying, while McLemore and his wife denied selling liquor. Four quart bottles were alleged missing as Mrs McLemore said milk scarcity led her to give whisky to three sick children and she drank some herself. McLemore was fined $100.
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Sam McLemore
Imsu
Eleventh
Huchaney
Wm. Brown
McLemore
Man claims train robbery near Rock Island depot
An excited young man named Mansfield sought police alleging three strangers robbed him of 40 dollars on a Rock Island train last night. He described four aces and claimed two others held him up at a Kansas City hotel. officers pursued leads but suspects disappeared. A separate note reports threats against evangelist Ed W. James amid controversy in Perry Oklahoma. Also, Bell Telephone installs a 104 wire cable on Kansas Avenue and downtown safety devices are being updated.
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Rock Island
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Mansield
J. N. Daily
Re City
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Bundy
Kaxsas City
Perry
the Star
Ed W. James
Missouri
Beviass
Rus
Bell Telephone Company
Kansas Avenue
Tenth Street
Ninth Streets
Chilean Army Seizes Passes to Argentina
In a new development, Chilean forces occupy strategic passes linking to Argentina, signaling a tightening security posture in the border region. Military movements indicate readiness to control key routes, with diplomatic channels monitoring potential escalation.
Boundary Dispute Triggers Chilean Armies Move
Dispatches from Lima via Galveston report a Chilean division ordered to occupy border passages with Argentina. An understanding with Brazil was cited as resolving the issue, but the border dispute has long involved Chile Argentina and other South American states, with war feared at times.
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Peru
Galveston
Tex
Jaz
Ban Tingo de Chili
Cordillerae
Argentina Republic
Itte
Chili
Brazil
Argentina
Bally
Ecuador
JAMESON'S LUCK AND PRISONER DEAL
A final agreement between President Kroeger and Cape Colony governor Sir Hercules Hobincop outlines the fate of Dr. Jameson raid prisoners. Jameson and key officers are to be tried in England, while troops head to Natal and await British decision on their treatment. Cecil Rhodes departs for England.
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Pretopta
Kroeger
Hercules Hobincop
Cape Colony
Dr. Jameson
Transvaal
Cecil Rhodes
England
Gift Mare Named for President’s Wife in Local Exchange
In a morning exchange at the office, Albert presented a gray mare to Bob Kepler as a political token tied to the sheriff’s campaign. The gift, described as a speedy gray traveler, was linked to a broader political gesture with plans for the horse’s use depending on election outcomes. Frances, nicknamed Pansy, became the horse’s informal name amid the scene.
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Albert
Bob Kepler
Court House
Earnest
Kepley
Nakepley
Barnes
la Frances
Pansy
Snowfall Spreads Across Regions Warming Expected Later
Snow began in Topeka and vicinity around 8:25 PM and fell several hours, later turning to mud as it melted. Snow was reported generally on three railroad divisions and at Emporia, Nickerson, and Hook Island, with lighter falls elsewhere. Rain or snow was forecast to continue tonight then clear tomorrow, with cooler air moving in from the northwest as weather improves in the northwestern state. A separate note from Santa Fe reports limited snow on the Herington division. A Senate finance committee briefed today on the centurio bill, with a tie vote unresolved as Senator James of Nevada was not paired and must cast his decision. The bill's fate depended on his vote when the committee reported.
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Topeka
Sanlie
Mertia
Heatresia
Colorado
New Mexico
Texas
Wasutseres
Senate Finance Committee
Juses
Nevada
County official rejects Dom release from county jail
County commission rejects W E Dom release from the county jail where he serves a fine and ev t, totaling 225. Appointments of Archdeacon Mill listed: St Pauls Church Kansas City January 13 18 Topeka January 19 St Pauls Church Spokane January 21 Valley January 22 Horton January 33 Lawrence January 4 Hee January 26 St Pauls Church Rantas June 27 31 Topeka.
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W. E Dom
St Pauls
Kavncs City
Topeka
Kunasa
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