Home Dressmaking offers readers free two page guide
A new edition of Home Dressmaking is advertised with a coupon offer from Walls Richards Co and Weiss Richardson Co. Readers can mail a two cent stamp with the coupon to receive the two page book. The guide promises practical dressmaking tips for women, including refashioning old garments into stylish outfits.
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Slate Journal
Walls
Richardacs & Co
Bur Dinator
Tg Weiss, Richardson & Co
Dresammlear
Fatty
Rene Aram
UGE LY
Senate Ghanes
Instcicsol
Bemme
Bird A Candidate for Reelection by City Attorney Ford
City Attorney Ford announces candidacy for reelection as a Republican. He pledges to run his campaign on his record, particularly his stance on the water works and the city water plant, asserting it should remain under city control once current plans are completed.
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Ford
Abering
Tira
Regal Department
Dig Clty
Free Concerts Planned by Miss Prescott in Tennessee Town
Miss Pearlade Prescott promotes free concerts in Tennesseetown. The Free Musical organization will stage the first show, with Miss Prescott directing the programme. Leading city musicians have pledged support, and Canon Tywater offers Grace Cathedral Choir for performances. Concerts planned about monthly in different parts of the city.
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Pearlade Prescott
Free Musial
Pearine Prescott
Tennesseetown
Mian Present
Mags
Canon Tywater
Grace Cathedral Choir
Chy
Fighting in Samoa sparks clashes after royal decision
Melbourne reports violent unrest in Samoa following Chief Justice Chambers ruling for Malletow in the succession to the late King Manletoa. Native followers of Mavasafa attack. fighting leaves seventy two dead and many wounded.
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Melbourne
Victoria
Advieca Eedived
Frocy
Samoa
Chambers
Malletow
Manletoa
Mavsafa
Wagir
Illinois Legislature Asked to Aid Paris Exhibition
Illinoisan lawmakers consider an appropriation for a Paris exhibition promoting maize as essential food. Colonial Carr of Galesburg and Chicago figures discuss funding and production status across Kansas Nebraska Iowa Minnesota and related states.
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Dilinois
Magic I
Yrivature
Bar
Culandl Carr
Galesburg
Neevident
Yale
Han
Peckanil i Buye & Restaurant
Tutcline
Paris
Athena Iy Congress
Kortheuiles
Tows
Kanes
Nebraska
Dnuch Tiip
Carr van Fy
Copenhagen
Uim Am
Murphy
Denmark
Smallpox Panic in New York Dispatches
A chaotic report from Havane Bays describes a smallpox scare with five suspects central to a muttered commission. Names such as Deme Jasob Dexter and Alonso Bellam are noted among those feared to be infected, amid broad public alarm.
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New York
Herald
Havane Bays
ADGUE
Kodoupaulc Uxkts
Jasob Dexter
Mintiie
Aid
Smalinex
Alonso Bellam
Madison
Borax Firms Combine In Major Global Merger
New York Herald reports leading borax producers worldwide have joined to form Borax Consolidated Limited. The group links Pacific Borax, Redwood Chemical, Borax Company of England, Lyon Guisee of France and South American firms, with seven companies total. Capital stock near 37 million dollars, plus a 5 thousand dollar hands issue. The California deposits, once dominated by Pacific and Redwood, underpins large borax output.
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New York
Junit
the Herald
United States
England
France
South America
Begrade
Witch
Borax Consolidated, Limited
Pacific Borax
Redwood Chemical Company
Borax Company
Secter
Lyon
Pacifc
Redwood
California
Redwind
Fie Californie Gurput
Borax Sara Aza
Depwsit
Borax
Manila letters reveal homesickness and Dewey’s first shot
Corporal Charles B Ramsey writes from Manila about guards ordered to shoot on provocation, Aguinaldo’s stance, and American soldiers awaiting duty. He notes heat, sanitation lacking, natives described harshly, and Dewey firing the first shot in the bombardment. Ramsey praises American officers and contemplates a future business if discharged.
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Topeka
Kansas
Mana
Charles Rameey
Furmsey
Manila
Philippine Islands
United States of American
Hom
Dewey
Tan
Brackent
Aguinaldo
John Johnston
KE. Davis
Maxwell
Frank
Charles B. Ramsey
Co. A
American Couple in Calcutta Mosque Attack
A Calcutta Times correspondent reports an American visitor and his wife were attacked at a mosque ruins balcony by a native. The wife struck with an umbrella, the man defended them both keeping the assailant at bay until a crowd intervened. The native was overpowered and arrested.
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Calcutta
London
The
Timon
Indrapel
Wen
Social and Personal Notes From Topeka Society
Mr and Mrs B Brett host a bishive party honoring Miss Speer and Mr Speer with Dr and Mrs HH W Roby Mrs Dowding Miss Speer Miss Flora Mayo Miss Alena Church Miss Eva Brett Miss Egima Dennis and others The Tuesday Evening Whist Club enjoyed games at Topeka Avenue home Miss Mammon hosted ghost table players including Miss Princilla Alexander Miss Nelile McClintock Mr Ed Kellusi and Mr Julius Weildling Miss Mabel Wilson to entertain next The Bachelor Girls Club met at Milas Metta Robinsons home with Miss O Connor Miss Chapman Miss Grace Chapman and Miss Treas Horner The prize a Royal Worcester rose was won by Miss Myrie Davis More notes list social calls and club plans with many Topeka residents and visitors including Miss Edna Crane Mrs Tewksbury Miss Katherine Stein Mrs J E Frost and other locals and guests.
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B Brett
Mary Mamon
Topeke Evenue
Princilla Alexander
Nelile McClintock
Ed Kellusi
Julius Weildling
Mabel Wilson
Bachelor Girls’ Club
Milas Metta Robinson
Girs
Tyler Street
Miss O'Connor
Sandsco
Chapman
Grace Chapman
Chicago
Treas Horner
Nelie McClintock
Myrie Davis
Daisy Sherman
Felicity Club
Tewksbury
Manchester
N. H
Johnson
Edna Crane
Denver
Katherine Stein
Peeveoweest
Avie
AB. Quinton
George Snyder
Chariie Hinckley
Wren
Harmony Hall
FE Mitts
W. FP. Schoch
JH. Wetherer
WH. Davis
Duplicate Wilet
Lakin
Ross
John E. Frost
Teeta Nicholson
Suisch
Lawrence
Mertis Francisian
Isabelle Boyle
Clements
Frank Weightman
Tonganvale
Charite
Det Brown
Yichita
Culley
Grabendike
Ottawa
J. L. Constant
Topeka Visit Highlights and Local Social Notes
Mrs L A Fratel left a note for Jameabikt Mo and Misses daughter of Mrs John Tie. The Tuchelor club hosts a dance tonight at Hudsons hall with Mrs M Porter participating. Christ Hospital reports are listed and Curfew Righ five ehuty plans an evening meeting with Mr and Mrs Churiss Knowles.
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Peotine
Topeka
L. A. Fratel
Jameabikt
John Tie
Hudson's Hall
M. Porter
Christ Hospital
and Bra
Churiss Knowles
Porto Ricans urged into office under Gen Henry policy
General Henry seeks Porto Rican political unity by forming a progressive faction. He asks leaders of all factions to pledge loyalty to the American government and to stand for offices under a new, enlightened administration. Grant directs eastern Paris operations and oversees relief and sanitation as the city prepares housing for evacuees.
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San Juan
Porto Reo
Brooke
Henry
Gen
Porto Rico
Grant
Paris
Ben Juan
Ried Omer
Grant Ie
Lis
Chasur
Falls of Foyers Sinks After Striking Heligoland Rock
The British ship Falls of Foyers, sailing from Junin, Peru, struck a rock off Heligoland in the North Sea and sank in deep water. The crew landed at Cuxhaven. The four-masted, double-deck iron vessel, 1343 tons net, 2008 tons gross, built by Ruswell & Co of Greenock, was 24 feet long with 411 feet beam and 24 feet depth, last surveyed in San Francisco in 1897 under Captain Pryde.
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Heligoland
Hamburg
Jen
Junin
Peru
Ieland
North Sea
Cuxhave Plas
Ruswell & Co
Greenock
Poyers’ Company, Limited
Glvegon
Lust
San Francisco
Pryde
Civil Service Reform Challenge in Police Promotions
Secretary George McAneny of the Civil Service Reform Association notified Police Commissioner Jacot Hesa that the board treasurer will not pay salaries to officers promoted since January 1, 1898 except the chief, asserting personal liability for violations of the law. The move targets Deputy Chief McLaughlin, Inspectors Grant and Kanr, four captains, eight sergeants, and more. The police board read the letter. officials deny its weight, citing prior counsel advising promotions based on a corporation counsel opinion.
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New York
George MccAneny
Civil Service Reform Association
Jacot Hesa
Hers
McLaughlin
Grant
Kanr
McAneny
Police Board
York
Corporation Counsel
West Virginia Muddle Over House Recognition
Charleston January 4 reports show the senate failed to recognize the house committee attempting organization. The governor continues to ignore the house, sending no communications. Deputies discuss forming their own body and appealing to the governor for recognition unless Democrats yield to demands that the two Republican contestees be seated.
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Charleston
W. Va
House
Senate
Implement Men Kansas City Con vention Opens
Kansas City reports the Western Retail Implement and Vehicle Dealers association opens its annual convention with nearly one thousand delegates from multiple states. AL Seoville presides as the meeting begins. attendees include manufacturers from several states.
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Kansas City
Western Retail Impleement and Vehichkt
Kansas
Nebraska
Oklahoma
Indiana
Missouri
Divnoia
Wisconsin
Ohio
Veoon
The
Associaion
AL. Seoville
Praises for Miss Kelly's Klondike Travel Tale
Prof S te Dyche lauded Miss Kelly’s simple yet vivid Klondike travel story at University hall. He called it one of the most interesting and fascinating adventures, noting her earnest delivery and truthfulness over sensational newspaper accounts. The Kansas girl's brave, nerve filled narrative impressed the audience with its informative and inspiring portrayal.
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Kelly
Klondike
Thelly
Klyen
Kansas
New Cuban Cabinet Faces Test Under Brooke rule
Havana dispatch reports Gen Brooke’s new Cuban cabinet ready to act beyond advisory duties. Desveraine, Capotela, Deavernine, and Yanes push to shape government, while taxes and the Bank of Cuba spark controversy. Courts, street renamings, and statues shift as American authorities plan reforms. Cuban officials seek posts amid criticism of nonrepresentative governance.
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Tribune
Havana
Brooke
Lanuga
Ludlow
Capotela
Desveraine
Cuba
Mate
Bandago
Anpeala
Audiencia
Madrid
Ayuntamiento
Kinley
Lee
Maceo
Gomes
Isabelle
Central Park
Perdinand VT
Curtos Ht
Canova
Gen. Menocal
Menocel
Whittier Sees Peaceful Path in Philippines
General Charles A. Whittier, back from Manus, says Philippines can be settled in three days and urges firm diplomacy with Aguinaldo. He praises native aptitudes, proposes limited offices, and favors a protectorate guided by native leaders under strong oversight. He endorses Paris peace commission and a science bureau to study conditions.
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New York
Charles A. Whittier
Manus
Philippines
Whittler
Manila
Merritt
Paris
Officinia
Washington
Aguinaldy
Manin
China
England
Russia
France
Germany
Buen I Camino
E White
Ruinaldo
Aguinaldo
Buen Camino
le Frenisent
Metebrliey
Commin|sion
Gen. Whittier
Secretary of State
Peace Commission
Paris 1
Bureau of Science
T Ie
Land and Forestry Commission
Department of Land Surveys and Works
Slone
Native Parish Question At Scottish Court
A witness in a Scottish court is asked if they are native to the parish. The reply pleads honor and explains that they have lived there about six years and arrived as a child. The questioning touches on origin and residence with humorous asides about hens and place.
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Sneritt
Local notes and parish reports from North Tupera
A patchwork column lists residents and visitors in North Tupera. It notes Sarah Garrett and neighbors in Osawkie, Mrs Hale recovering from illness, and several guests visiting or hosting at homes on Madison Street and Quincy Street. Church events, anniversaries, and a community gathering are mentioned with names such as Arthur Collum, Mr and Mrs Lane, Mrs Howley, and Frank Bhey.
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Sarah Garrett
Y. M. Grover
Osawkie
Wari
Poston
Santa Fe
Kool Xan
Dumee Martel
Madiwon Street
Church of the
Alfred Hale
Convex
GO. Lane
Church of the Owl
Howley
Quincy
Charles B. Jord
Kenporia
Balina
Frank Bhey
Monur Toske No
Sarusing
Eomair
Gann
Femme Vest
Rand
Fire panic hits Chicago building workers escape
A fire at the Marker street industrial building forced several hundred men and women to flee from the eight floor. The blaze caused scattered injuries and prompted evacuations as workers escaped through stairwells and hallways amid smoke and alarms. No fatalities reported.
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Chicago
Uy & Fire
Dumnet
Religious Mania Triggers Oklahoma Woman Suicide
Mrs Sam Emith of Lamont Oklahoma, near Pond Creek, killed herself with a cavalver weapon in front of her husband and children. The report notes religious mania as a factor and mentions the event date as January 18. A Wichita dispatch provides the grim details from the scene.
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Oklshoms
Wichita
Sam Emith
Lamont
Pond Creek
Mali
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