Colder Than Winter On Top Of Columbian Building
Observer Jennings records a brutal temperature drop Saturday night with a minus ten at his home and 17 below at ground level. Government readings show a 53 degree fall between 11 p.m. and 3 a.m. as winds shift, promising moderation tonight though still frigid. Authorities warn of record lows, with a weather pattern linked to elevation differences and advancing cold.
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Cary Thix
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Jennings Salt
Chicago
Chicago Battled By Bitter Cold Wave
Chicago endures a biting cold snap as a cold wave arrives from the northwest. In 20 hours temperatures fell about four degrees, dipping below zero by daylight and only slowly rising later. Weather official Cox forecasts continued extreme cold into nightfall with temperatures around freezing or lower.
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Chicago
Desrees Re Cox
Weather Bureau
Des Moines Weather Report From January 27
Government weather bureau records show Des Moines at 16 degrees below zero at 6 am with statewide averages near two degrees below. Reports note frigid conditions across the region and continuing cold as trains arrive on many lines despite the deep freeze.
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Topeka Kareas Day Advance Guards Amid Campaign Rendezvous
An advance guard arrives in Topeka for Kareas Day as candidates and politicians swarm lobbies, with large crowds expected by Wednesday. The Fourth district congressional race draws attention as lawmakers and judges discuss roles while officials plan a Wednesday banquet with reserved gallery access and open public spaces.
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Clebrate Kareas
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James Lawrence
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Valentine
Three Drowned Near Alki Skating Incident
A Spokane report from Sprague Washington dated January 27 details the drowning of Cleve Sealth’s children Richard aged 1 and Georgiana aged UM, and hired man Joseph Calvin while skating near Alki. The bodies were recovered after caps frozen in the ice were spotted by Mr. Smith who broke the ice with poles. Calvin recently arrived from Carmi Illinois and had been working in harvest fields for Mr. Smith.
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Wash
Spokesman Review
Sprague
Supe
Cleve Sealth
Richard
Georgiana
Joseph Calvin
Alki Saturtsy
Smith
Joseph Culvin
Carmi
Mr. Smith
May Condemn Tunnel Controversy Surges In New York
Dr. Lederle head of the New York City board of health asks the corporation for an opinion on condemning the Central Park tunnel project. District Attorney Jerome promises full use of powers to pursue blame and punishment for the tunnel mishap, with witnesses ready to testify before the coroner. The case involves control and railroad safety questions amid ongoing investigations and preparations for a grand jury.
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New York
Lederle
Board of Health
Corporation
Connect Today
New York Central
Jerome Wae
Toledo Doctor Found Dead at State Hospital
Dr. Agnes Gardl Otte, assistant physician at the Toledo State hospital, was found dead in her room by an attendant this morning. Officials said they did not know she was sick and were shocked by the death. The case will be reported to Coroner Store for investigation due to the absence of a physician at the time.
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Otte
Toledo State Hospital
Collins seeks one more appeal in murder case
Judge Hazen refused to grant a writ of coram nobis for John Collins, life prisoner for patricide, denying that time constraints prevented filing a bill of exceptions and appealing to the Supreme Court. The decision upholds that the writ is a common law device, not a guaranteed right, and that statutory limits govern appeals in felonies.
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Welch & Welch
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Miniature Earthquake Kills Two and Injures Seventy Five
A large dynamite blast at Fortieth Street and Park Avenue in New York destroyed the Murray Hill hotel vicinity. Two people were killed including J Roderick Roberts of Nelson British Columbia and a workman named Carroll. At least 75 others were injured as windows shattered and building beams flew like arrows. Nearby Grand Central Grand Union Hospital and surrounding streets suffered extensive damage as lamp posts fell and cab drivers fled in panic.
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Supreme Court hears Minnesota on Northern Securities merger
Washington January Twenty seven The state of Minnesota seeks leave to file a bill of complaint against the Northern Securities Company over the Northern Pacific merger. Attorney Douglas urges jurisdiction and argues the bill presents a civil case between a state and a citizen of another state. Guthrie for Northern Securities counters the suit seeks to control New Jersey acts and lacks state to state controversy. The court plans to hear the motion later today as the case proceeds.
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Northern Recurtdes Company
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Northern Securities Company
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Noth Gabeira Estecentesta
Great Northgi Railway Company
Northern Pacific
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Douglas
Wave
Appeal Plans for John Collins Case Against Judge Hazen
Attorneys for John Collins will appeal the district court decision to the supreme court seeking reversal. The key issues involve writs of coram nobis and potential questions of law. If granted, the case could return for a new trial before Judge Hazen with a jury.
Admiral Schley in Chicago Two Hour Public Handshake
Admiral Schley arrives in Chicago and schedules two hours of public handshakes at the Hamilton club led ceremony. He visits the W. Schley School and meets with German societies before a Palmer House reception and Navy militia event at the Auditorium.
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Admiral Schley
E. A. Munger
Hamilton Club
W. & Bebley School
Representi Ig
German Societies of Chicago
Huncheon
Munger
Maryland Society of Chicago
Palmer House
Ilinois Naval Militia
Fire in a Flat Leaves Woman Critical in Des Moines
A Woodland avenue fire last night critically injures Mrs. 3. W. Highley in her flat, where the blaze originated. Neighbors and other residents escaped unharmed while fireman J. Slagel suffered severe frostbite amid freezing conditions. The wounded woman was aided by Siemen after leaping from the window and is hospitalized at Methodist.
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Des Moines
Woodland Avenue
W. Highley
Highley
Siemen
Methodist Hospita
J. Slagel
Higher speed for autos to be allowed in London
London authorities plan to raise the speed limit after recent strike induced risks shown by the Automobile Club. Officials believe higher speeds will not seriously menace life and limb and may restore self respect among motorists who have long ignored speed laws.
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London
Automobile Club
Baro n von Schaesler’s Plunge Sparks Careful Pursuit In Iowa
Davenport reports Baron von Schaesler, who anew claimed German title and estates, attempted suicide after a marital split. He was disarmed, wounded himself, and is now held. His wife Isabel Gannitt of Topeka obtained a divorce ten weeks earlier. The couple wed in Illinois six years ago, and they have one child. The baron, once employed in Santa Fe offices in Topeka, renounced his title after leaving Topeka six years ago at his wife’s request.
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Baron von Schaesier
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Schmexler
Judaism a Memory or a Message debate at Temple Beber
Rabbi Besa Hirsch of Mount Sinai Chicago spoke at Temple Beibel on whether Judaism is a memory or a message. He said Christians admire the humble view of exile toward Palestine, noting Zionists share the theory, and if there is any glory in it they may keep it.
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Bes A, Hirsch
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Sinai Temple
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Temple Bebel
Palestine
Governor Shaw to Reside in Washington Hotel
Des Moines Iowa January 27 Governor and Mrs Shaw will leave for Washington tonight They plan to stay at the Ahineton hotel for the present and will move into a house later in the summer as the family joins him Governor Shaw is expected to become secretary of the treasury on February 1 Also note a severe blizzard in Wisconsin with 12 degrees below zero and four inches of snow at La Crosse Wisconsin
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Prince of Wales visits Berlin amid cautious crowds
Berlin observers note a restrained reception for the Prince of Wales as he passes en route to the British ambassador’s residence. Crowds cheer sparingly, while German officials and media largely refrain from editorial comment on the royal visit and William II’s family ties.
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Newfoundland
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Gremain
Ransom Paid for Bulgarian Captives
A Sofia dispatch reports that the ransom for Miss Hilen M. Storie and Mme. Tsika has been paid to the brigands and the two captives are expected to be released today by the time the report was filed.
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Hilen M. Storie
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Tsika
Rival Canal Debate at Chicago Club Meeting
At the Chicago Commercial Club annual meeting speakers discussed the Isthmian canal. President E P Ripley of the Santa Fe argued the topic from a commercial and military view, noting construction costs near 200 million dollars and expected deficits. He claimed no lobby exists to push the canal bill and warned against predicting it would outcompete railroads.
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Chicago Commercial Club
E. P. Ripley
The
Santa Fe
Ripley
Washington
Oere
Mrs Warren's Appeal in Kansas City Habeas Case
A habeas corpus petition in Kansas City's supreme court alleges Ida Warren, a 17 year old girl, is unlawfully restrained by her mother Mrs Dick Warren and sisters Maude and Rose Warren and Charles Mackey. The complaint claims Ida is kept in a building amid a row of saloons in a rough Wyandotte County district.
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Ida Warren
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Maud Warren
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Ide
Otter
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Mackey
Homer
Iat Ib
Wyandotte County
Supreme Court
Emporia Post Names Candidate for Department Commander
At the regular meeting of the BB. Phen' post No. 566 AR, held last evening, a committee was appointed unanimously to draw up resolutions nominating Ad Servturtis for department commander.
M'KINLEY LAST. Delivers Address at McKinley Memorial
The article notes a ceremony at the McKinley Memorial where a speaker delivers the final address in the memorial exercises. Dignitaries and attendees are described as gathered to honor the former president with remarks emphasizing national unity and remembrance.
McKinley Memorial Honors a Civil War Veteran Leader
Governor Stanley praised William McKinley as the last Civil War veteran likely to reach the presidency. He highlighted McKinley’s duty driven life from boyhood through the war, law career, and unwavering support for American industry, noting his steadfast faith in duty and public service.
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McKinney
Hille
Niles
Mckinley
Bevier
William McKinney
Asperane
Ladire
Gers
McKiniey
A. Lincoln
Stark County
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Brine Transportation fights Teamsters in January dispute
In Mass, January 2, the Brine Transportation Company escalates its conflict with the Teamsters by adding munitions and further measures as legal proceedings loom. A chaotic scene hints at potential violence amid labor tensions and supply fears.
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