Vanderbilts Breeding Farm Rumors Stir Racing World
New York January 2 horsemen debate whether William K Vanderbilt will establish a breeding farm in the United States. Rumors say he plans a stock operation here, stock mares, and a string of thoroughbreds as part of his broader racing interests.
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Sereedine Larm
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Nea West
Croey Island
Giants May Get Orioles
New York reports strong prospects of Baltimore players joining a potential national league team in the city. Rumors mention M cg raw, Mobinson, Mediniulty, Kitson and other star names as part of a plan by a stock company to form an American congregation club with McGraw possible as manager.
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MboGraw
Mobinson
Mediniulty
Kitson
Ficodly
Donoghue Signs With Chicago Inn
Tim Donohue signed with the Chicago Inn after a tense moment of negotiation. The president of the National baseball team expressed relief as Martur won and the contract terms were reviewed. A long document was drawn, and Donohue agreed to sign once terms were confirmed, then departed amid lingering rumors about team conditions.
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Dye Epting
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Unger After Sambon and the Strength Feat
Max Unger, famed for physical training, challenges Sammon in a test of strength at Ringers. The event centers on lifting two tons and showcases the era's focus on muscular prowess and public demonstrations of power.
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Unger Aims to Lift 6500 Pounds for Gold Championship
The article notes Unger lifting 4,809 pounds and offering $1.09 bonus per pound to any athlete who lifts 3,500 pounds, 600 pounds under the record. He vows to beat the record and is ready to face Saton in any contest he proposes.
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Corbett in Good Shape for Jeffries Bout
James J. Corbett near training pace at Lakewood in preparation for his bout with Champion Kim Jeffries. He has added light training to regain condition and believes he will be in top form. Miller has offered training access in New Jersey while Corbett gathers in New York City for the next phase.
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Mi Corbett
New York City
Famine relief costs in India rise as drought worsens
Calcutta reports famine expansion affecting about 2.7 million in native regions and 2 million in Bettish erdors. The council projects roughly forty million rupees needed for relief through March as cattle water and food shortages threaten further devastation. Lord Curzon notes the famine area has widened beyond worst fears and vows government to continue lifesaving efforts.
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South Africa
Senate Debates War Policy as Transvaal Recognition Question Emerges
In the Senate yesterday a resolution by Mr. Aule requesting information on whether Transvaal representatives sought U.S. recognition was debated. Spooner urged sending it to the president, amid arguments on public information rights. Hale voiced firm anti-British sentiment while supporting South Africa’s government, and the special bill was discussed as Morgen spoke before adjournment at 2:5.
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Mitchell Reelected and Mine Workers Conference
Mitchell re elected as leaders of the Joint conference with United Mine Workers. John Heam and John Mitchell named to the scale committee. Committee reports approved and efforts to draft constitutional amendments authorized. Officials Wilson of Pennsylvania and others elected to key posts as party delegates.
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el John Mitchen
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Ohio
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Cit Facer
Attack by Boers Prompts Wichita City Guard Warning
In Wichita a troubling crowd, white and black, converged on Mayor Ross with warnings of a Boer invasion to destroy the city within a week. A mysterious colored man urged immediate armed defense at the bridge, while another man demanded the mayor repent as a threat was framed in dramatic hallucinatory terms.
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Glad to Get Home From Central America Visit
W H Close of Prairie Center returned home after a trip to Central America last week. He spoke of malaria in the region and recalled his 1858 work as an overseer on a ship railroad project then under construction.
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Panama
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Ecuador
Clase
Port Arthur
Pittsbure & Gulf Railroad
Central America
Olathe Mirror
W. H. Close
Prairie Center
A Mail Clerk's Experience and Health View of Rail Work
A mail clerk on the Detroit to Chicago line describes the health toll of long hours, confined car environment, and constant motion. He recounts suffering from piles due to standing and confinement, then credits Pyramid Pile Cure with lasting relief after a modest trial, noting broad acceptance and nationwide availability.
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Detroit
Chicago
Marvellis
Jointists Notice In Olathe Kansas Temperance Union Action
The temperance union in Olathe announces fifty dollars on deposit at Patrons' Cooperative Bank for evidence leading to arrest and conviction of anyone in Lexington township Johnson county Kansas who in the two months before January 15 1900 or after January 1900 violates the prohibitory law by joint selling bootlegging illegal liquor sales obtaining permits false affidavits or other related acts. Also for evidence leading to conviction of a wellness in a Hawor case in or Brom Lexington township.
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Veterans Quarantine Leaves Many Homeless in Leavenworth
In Leavenworth on January 20, quarantine at the soldiers' home has blocked admission for many old veterans arriving with little or no money. A Nebraska arrival learned he could not be admitted and described the hardship of wandering the streets without funds. A physician noted several veterans came expecting shelter and care, only to be turned away, needing charity or public help for food and lodging.
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Burlington
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Peme
Murder verdict in Phillips case shocks Bates county
Port Scott January 2 The jury found Amos Phillips a Bates county farmer guilty of murder in the first degree for the Edinger killing near Fort Scott. Edinger, a Missouri resident, had moved south with money in a wagon. Two Sitbee brothers from Kansas City were arrested and convicted earlier. Phillips confessed several times but later repudiated the statements.
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Trick eggs at J. L. May’s office puzzle
A Hutchinson News piece describes J. L. May’s East Sherman office display where eggs arranged on small edges perform a mysterious action. Eggs stand on small edges, flip and rise, then snap back, refusing to lie on their sides or balance on large ends as observers fail to fathom the trick.
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City Permit Question Sparks Alcohol Regulation Case
A local matter alleges saloon operators violated the law to cause CW Smith to become a habitual drunkard. The keepers and owners involved are named as defendants as the case gains public interest and may attract further attention.
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Larned Woman Guilty of Confidence Game In Suit
In district court at Larned a breach of promise suit between TL Kirk and Mrs. Mary Eggeleston concluded with a verdict for Kirk for 160 dollars. Kirk had boarded with Eggeleston and claimed she borrowed money by professing love and marriage plans, then refused to wed.
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Seven New Smallpox Cases Paralyze Wichita Business
Wichita reports seven new smallpox cases with chaotic conditions hindering accurate counts while business grinds to a halt. The health board notes widespread alarm as quarantine measures strain commerce amid confusion over case locations.
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Board of Health
Seare
Boers aid drive and English funds left untouched
The Evening Daily reports McPoersen received contributions for the Boers with over 100 dollars promised and a respondent noting no English funds were subscribed. In Mankato, the city council approves a new waterworks plant by W W Cook featuring spiral steel pipe and a 42 by 80 foot standpipe to supply three miles of mains.
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Indicted Juetist Fined in Hutchinson Court Case
Henry Gallup, indicted for selling whisky, pleaded guilty in district court. Jadine Simpson sentenced him to the maximum 500 dollar fine and 0 days in jail as an old offender. Four smallpox cases reported near Hutchinson in Kingman County, at Warner station. E Kirkpatrick advertises furniture and plans to move to City. Kansas University annual election held. Lyman J. Humphrey named editor in chief and other officers listed. Lewis J. Monroe of The Three Musketeers dies of lockjaw from an accidental shooting incident in Wichita.
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Dentists Robbed in Apparent Break-in
A thief entered multiple dental offices in Martin, Brown, and Walley streets using skeleton keys during a First National meeting. He took art objects valued similarly to scrap metal, while Dr. Bailey reported losses around $3. T. W. Jeffrey’s study was searched but nothing was taken. Local investigators say the burglar knew the offices well.
Woman Sues City Over Saloon Alleged Damages
Catharine Smith of Columbus Kansas filed a suit against the city claiming damages from actions connected to saloon dealings and alleged harm. The filing occurred January 20 as the case moved to court, detailing alleged injuries and demands for compensation.
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Dillon stucco mill moves as rock cement plant opens
Abilene Jan. W they report the Dillon stucco mill machinery is being moved to Quanah Texas to join a rock cement manufactory in the utilined se 5. Burns mill managers expect it to raise charges. Newton Jan. 20 W OG Vanaredale and a Wichita hunting party bought land south of Burrton for a brick club home costing about 1.09.
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