Metcalf Defense Faces Senate After Caloocan Shooting
Washington hears Major Metcalf deny murder of two unarmed insurgent prisoners at Caloocan. affidavits from Henderson and Moore portray a shooting in self defense amid conflicting testimony. committee questions probe conduct and possible withdrawal of Metcalf’s nomination as pressure grows.
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Richardson Trial Hears Motive Link to Stewart Fife
In Plattsburg on January 22 Judge Barnes allowed evidence tying Mrs Addie L Richardson to Stewart Fife to show motive in the murder of her husband while excluding threats against Richardson. The defendant appeared cheerful and confident as testimony continued and more witnesses described encounters near the Richardson home.
Trial Holds Key Evidence On Mrs Richardson Murder Case
At Savannah Missouri Judge Barnes adjourns to consider if evidence of an alleged affair between Mrs Addie Richardson and Stewart Fife may be admitted. Prosecutor Booker aims to prove motive and aiding and abetting. defense argues it could imply conspiracy or mere proximity to the crime. The case centers on Richardson's alleged role in her husband Frank Richardson's death.
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Andrew County
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Trial intrigue grows as defense hints at killer
Court case over Richardson death draws large crowds with jurors to consider a possible in-house shooting theory. Defense and state show plans to sway verdict, while witnesses note a wagon trace and a swig near the Richardson home.
Suspension of Kansas GAR Leader Nominated for Court Martial
Department Commander G A KR Martin Norton of Kansas is suspended by Commander in Chief Torrens pending court martial on drunkenness charges. Telegram from Minneapolis reports the executive committee action. J B Repulagton of Oxawatomile becomes commander during the suspension. national court martial to be held at Topeka Appacrennt headquarters after state house committee adjournment.
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Cheers For Mitchell In United Mine Workers Poll
Indianapolis June convention closes to await report from Investigating Committee on charges against President Mitchell and Secretary-Treasurer Wilson. Voted to appoint delegates from Meredith charged districts to the panel, with Lawrence Love of Iowa district 18 and Pat Duane of Pennsylvania district 6 added. Mitchell resumes chair, routine business follows as committee on contests is formed.
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United Mine Workers of America
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Iowa
Pat Duane
Pennsylvania
Trouble for Simpson in Leavenworth IRS office changes
Rumors say J M Sismpeon the new internal revenue collector plans vast changes by February 1. Current assistants claim civil service status but face potential dismissal amid complex rules. named officials and offices in Leavenworth are referenced with uncertainty about authority and consequences.
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Swindled Girl at Santa Fe Depot Near Topeka
A 15 year old Manhattan girl was swindled by a woman who befriended her at the Santa Fe Depot while awaiting a Guthrie train. The impostor left town on train No 6, leaving the girl stranded until railroad men raised funds to buy her another ticket to Guthrie. Poet Devers Is Dead in London
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Western Reciprocity League Formed for National Commerce
The movement to establish a permanent organization named Western Reciprocity League opened with a late but active convention. Secretary Hulk reported over two hundred interested parties pledged representation though far fewer attended. The plan includes five standing committees on transportation legislation resolutions nominations and a fifteen member board to govern league affairs with officers elected annually. The gathering, led by Governor Stanley and chaired by C. B. Hofman, approved the core plan and bylaws amid debate on fund raising authority. Manufacturers expressed strong support and willingness to contribute substantial sums to advance the league’s aims.
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League Discusses Membership Fees and Reciprocal Trade
Convention debates funding methods for a mercantile league and whether railroads should pay shared dues. Proposed universal two dollar fee, with outside fundraising. Sessions cover reciprocal treaties, grain and refined products, and expanding commerce with Mexico and foreign markets.
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Lawrence
National School of Commerce
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T. J. Crittenden
Kansas City
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St. Louis
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W. A. White Sick and Off Work for Rest
William Alien White is sick with nervous exhaustion after grip. He left yesterday with his family for Colorado Springs to rest and postpone engagements including a March McClure's Tilt man story now pushed to April. He plans a rest of four to ten days and hopes to recover soon.
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Bailey declares candidacy for Kansas governor nomination
W J Bailey confirms he will run for the Republican nomination for governor of Kansas. In Leavenworth he says the bid aims to promote district harmony and strengthen the party, despite earlier reluctance. The announcement shifts intraparty dynamics as others weigh their own runs, with Kansas Day looming a week away.
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Leland
Hatley
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Seaton
Troutman
Kennedy enters lively race in Kansas stronghold battles
The Kansas congressional scene centers on J. M. Miller and Senator Kennedy as Miller's hold weakens and Kennedy gains in Osage, Marion, and surrounding counties. Reports say Miller lacks re electable support, while Kennedy exploits Miller's quarrels and past deeds. The debate touches postmasters, White House ties, and party unity on Miller’s vulnerability.
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