Murderers Get 30 Years in Prison in Kerr Case
Judge sentences Walter McAlister, Andrew Campbell, and Levi Leach to thirty years for first and second degree murder in a brutal October killing. Kerr not tried. Paterson, S.J. imposed lightening of penalties amid deaf appeals. Trial details mention chloral and poison, with a note on harsh punishment and public interest in swift justice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paterson
S.J
Walter McAlister
Andrew
Campbell
Jeanie Remchievr
Wits
Asull
Inge Ayer
Termener
Susie Dixan
eAliner
Pt ‘Dunn
Hicks
Beath
Tor Matey
Wirtur
Trouten
Washington muddled debate on privilege and land policy
In Washington on January 29 the House debated privilege amid a contentious exchange between Mr Stephens and delegate MesPignan from Oklahoma. Mr Stephens faced challenges over a proposed bill and statements about land claims, while Mr Piven defended his actions and questioned the investigation. The session grew tense as accusations and procedural questions dominated the room.
Congress Debates Budget Bill Amid Fractured Sessions
The chamber heard lively remarks on a spending bill topping 4.38 million dollars with a 3.1 percent rise over the current year. Lawmakers wrangled over amendments while committee actions aimed to advance the measure to conference, amid procedural tensions and calls for fiscal restraint.
Death of Mr Nettels in Topeka at age 36
Charles H. Nettels died last night at 7 in his home on La Buchanan street of typhoid fever after a brief illness. He was born in Illinois on April 1, 1851, moved to Iowa, attended Iowa State University, and graduated before moving to Topeka in 1887. Nettels served one term on the city council for the Third Ward and was known for his thorough study of city issues including waterworks rate proposals. He leaves a wife, four children, his mother, two sisters, and a brother. his passing is mourned by the community and his family remains in Polk Street residence.
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Chas. H. Wettele
Hie Homme
LA Buchenan
Areata
Reticoe Bone
Nottely
Sinois
Beyteod Tan
Lowe
State University At
Iowa
Topeka
Ufierikarde
Juder Poster
Hitunets
Juitae Foster
Mer
Tone
J. Thekinson
Weetfry
Netels
Sted
Nettels
Netti
Ant
Hilsabeth Nettele
Polk Street
Blyth
Edwart C Nettels
George RB
Peeks
Ir Nettels
Jaeger
Mr Nettels
Detective Stabbed While Investigating Saloon Keepara
A detective in Fletcher Street was stabbed last night as he pursued evidence against Saloon Keepara Chicaco and enemies of Joseph Withott. The assailants waited near the rear door of the detective’s home, felled him with a blow, then fled. Police say the attack is linked to Withott’s investigations and local crime rings.
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Keepara Chicaco
Joseph Withott
Ivanetes Anti-Saldon
Withotts
Fletcher Street
oPiter
Grain Dealers Bill Splits Parties In State House Vote
Dr O Donnell the only Republican in the roll call as fusionists pass a Kansas grain dealers measure with minor amendments. Republicans silence. measure praised by supporters as a fight against discrimination while critics warn of cartel influence and regulatory steps.
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J. A. Buckleg
Thomas
W. 5. Babb
Lufgwick
Tina
Wyatt
Kansas
Ette
Wellen
Cherokes
Nassctation
Fescenigie Faie
Slrowiar
Wellewaga
Li Pie Transportation
Temulax Eran
Hamens
J. B Adame
Wellep
Odennell
Bileworth
Deptaska
Dr. O'Donnell
Ste
Muscotech
O A
Hizeins
Sthckton
M. He Keber
Garetnd
J. Silley
Elleworth Ax
Association
Karses
Ixchange
Bulbtin
Argentinean land dispute fuels council debate
Argentine city limits redraw stirs Fourth ward tensions as Landrey reports a plan to incorporate a strip of land. Judiciary committee reviews the measure with mixed signals while Tandres notes broad public support minus a few holdouts. Deliberations focus on funding and regulatory steps tied to the proposed ordinance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Argentine
Eepeeaentuttyy Landrey
Tandres
Jove Onz Mleade
Biddle
Revision of Taxation Laws Proposed by Senator Nefteger
Senator Nefteger proposes a joint committee of four members from the senate and house to revise all laws on assessment and tax milage, collection, and delinquent taxes including deeds and tax certificates. The panel reports to the secretary of state before January 4, with a four year span hoped to straighten tax statutes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
Nefteger
Nottarer
Watson Resolution and House Invitation Incident
A garbled report describes a legislative scene where Watson’s resolution is killed and an invitation to address the House is discussed. It mentions Lawrence, a horse play incident, and a sequence where D Smvuekast of Ford appears to push a public purpose forward ahead of others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Garris
Bess
Lawrence
Poker Harker
Ruther
D. Smvuekast
Ford
Bartler
Hoyas Committee Backs End to Loan Limits in Bank Bill
In a narrow vote of 29 to 4, the Committee of the Whole recommends passage of a bill repealing the four thousand dollar loan cap on bank capital, arguing against limiting lending amid calls for higher taxation on bank capital and concerns about speculative risk.voices from Anderson and others show strong opposition, citing potential loss of business and impacts on private lenders, with supporters claiming taxation equity and capital mobility benefits.
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Hoyas
House
Adame
Bustier
Banidee Bay
John W. Bretdanthal
L. Gowman
Anderson
Severn Ban
Bowman Bell
Bowman
Church seeks to free office from governor control
A Texas legislature bill proposed by Representative C F Biddle of Comanche targets removing the state superintendent of insurance from gubernatorial control. The measure argues current law grants the governor appointment power, while the elective office is supposed to be chosen separately. Companion bills and committee actions indicate ongoing debate on repealing provisions sustaining gubernatorial influence over insurance regulation.
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Bey
Halens
Tate
Wadeworth
C.F. Biddle
Comanche
Minsurance
Conten W. V.church
Eddie
Budieatiac
Gnissets
We Insurance Committee
First Bills to Pass In Territorial Legislature
The article notes the first bills to pass in the territorial legislature, focusing on bridge funding in Anderson County and an appropriation bill. It mentions an election at a notable venue, security concerns, and overall legislative actions shaping infrastructure, education, and local governance. The piece references figures like Mr. Hackett in relation to committee reports and ongoing state projects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anderson County
Securit
Salt Plant Resolution Referred to Concurrent Bodies
A fragmented report notes a resolution concerning the establishment of a salt plant at Motebineun with references to Senator Wright and local committee actions. The text mentions a recommendation to revise and forward the measure, with mentions of ways and means committees and related maneuvers.
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Wright
Nation Declares Court Injunction and Dinner With Sheriff
Mrs Nation defies an injunction by removing items from Sheriff Cook’s office and later dines with him. She questions if he is in love, visits Magaw’s court office, and confronts nude art in the judge’s chamber. She travels Kansas Avenue, delivers fruit to prisoners, and attends a temperance union meeting.
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Sherif Cook
Kansas Avenue
Davy
Nation
Sherif
Hua Aker
Valendass
Mint Nation
Magaw
Naton
Jowet
Lovet
Hird
Bird
Gregg
Marler
Stan
Sheriff Cook
First Congregational Church
The
State Temperance Union
Hissed Off Stage at Temperance Convention Clash
Thomas H Basin and Mrs Nation faced off in a volatile exchange at the State Temperance union convention in an auditorium scene. Mrs Nation defended her reform stance while critics urged unity among temperance workers. The debate touched duty of law enforcement, saloon removal, and citizen responsibility amid a divided crowd.
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Thomas H. Basin
Mrs. Nation
Ana
Prohhision Reformis
Mocentus
State Temperance Union
Mrs Nation
Pet
Fottman
Enterprise
Natow
Rs .Thomad
Mra Hutfiion
Athe
Jess
Fein
Fragmentary legal dispute outlines witness and jury roles
The text shows a fragmented discussion of evidence, testimony and jury duties in a legal proceeding. It mentions city matters, a complaint, and a decision process, with references to a painter and a stage departure. The overall sense is a partial record of courtroom proceedings and witness obligations.
Mrs Nation Leads Temperance Meeting For Wichita Crowd
About 2000 people gathered in the auditorium for a state temperance union event. Delegates from across the region attended as Mrs Nation did not speak. Rev Sheldon read a temperance tale and Rev Morehead led closing exercises while J W Gleed sent a letter from Washington.
Carrie Nation to visit the city this week
A rumor spread that Carrie Nation would visit the city in midweek to destroy property. Sentries and protectors were organized in anticipation and a strong defense line was built around town wards and local officials prepared to respond to any disturbance.
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Ranene City
Sun
Perias
Arkansas City
Carrie Nation
Durrienger
Iebel
C. FU
Wichita
Kev
Eecremry
Des Moines Fire Destroys Department Store Complex
Des Moines witnesses a massive blaze gut a department store and adjoining blocks. The fire erased large stock losses, with total damages estimated around 8250,000 and property including Utica Clothing, Bremen, and the Pine Bank building heavily affected. Firefighters fought hours to save nearby structures but only partial success was achieved as power lines and streetcar services were disrupted.
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Des Moines
Pat Wari
Srapertir
Nice
AI Frokman
Abe
Dan Maines
Utica Clothing Company
Heehey Department
Frank
Bremen
Pinel Bank
Mts
Utica Chethise
Sant
Basarenes Wheaty
Mervi
Franks Bros
Toker Brew
Hemi
Frediich Atnek
Bisley
Ohio court moves to oust Penneybasic Railroad over abuses
Ohio Attorney General Shirets petitions in Franklin County court to oust Peete syvania railroad company from operations alleging violation of law and abuse of corporate powers. The case targets alleged unlawful activity, insurance payouts, and responsibilities for employee deaths and accidents. The filing seeks restraint and clarity on duties and liabilities.
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Penneybasic
Columbus
Inn 2
Ubu
Franklin County
Peetesylvania Railroad Company
Relief Department
Vielalion
Fn Mbune
Ite
Tno
Wailea
Bein
Fie
Wilewes
Franck Oxi
Dafersinane
Delong
Dust on the Port Toowend Cruise and Storm Damage
A fragmentary report describes a weather event near Port Toowend Washington with mentions of ships from Skagway and Victoria, rough seas, and a January temperature reading. It notes damage to stem vessels and a continuing gale at Yuki gulley with unsettled conditions and local stops.
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Port Toowend
Jan Sheeramor
Skagway
Thames
Fran Rotalipes
Bragway
Eammewney
Shalter Triand
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Curtis
Washington
Stephens
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Priviege
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Stphens
Flynn
Elpcee Civiror
Piven
Alto
Indiana
Biepieur
Eagheion
Ratzentdaut
Curtiv
MR. Nettels
H. Shttels
RAP Grain Trust
House Committee of Whole
John Breidenthal
Abrgentine
Ouse
Ber
Fort Keath
Bersalin
Hackett
Sheriff
Juder
Pecenmry
Ndis
Stoucepilaniek
Iain
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State Temperance Usion
Auitorium
Buiter Temperance Union
Rial
Devere
Maree A.trouitmas
Washhurtr Ccoliege Orchestra
J. W. Gleed
Union
Mrn
Greed
Wichita Folnts
Douglas Avenue
Brn
Nalion
Coliho
Nationa
Nome
Iead'e Tetter
Clas M. Sheldon
Kansas Town
Joe Lane
Ubiraliy
Fev
Streldon
Temperance Univo
John Morehead
Chaplin
State Senate
Mes. Watson
Carrie Nation Club
Indianapolis
Ind
Womite
San Francisco
Jan
Samuel
East Liverpie
Obio
Big Department Store
Frankel Bros
Ohio
Saumeilie Petin
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