Mahogany Burns Destroys J C Raynor Yards in Chicago
Fire swept the mahogany timber yards of J C Raynor on Morgan and Putton streets and the F C Austin box factory in Chicago. Loss estimated around several thousand dollars as stock and buildings burned with workers forced into the street. One watchman injured jumping from a burning story. extensive damage to lumber yards and warehouse structures.
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J. C Raynor
Chicago
J. C. Raynor
Morgan
Putton
F. C. Austin
Ber
Mra
Emich
Austin
Frank Meyer
Jared
Condemned beef claim shocks War Department officials
Washington January 9. Proof obtained by General Miles supports the claim that the War Department used for army mess canned meats which had been exported to Burgundy. A statement attributed to a high authority in the commissary department was made some time ago.
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Washington
Miles
War Department
Burugeon
Commissary Department
Government Imported Tinned Beef Scandal In War Reports
A government faced a shortage as the army grew large and imported tinned beef once sent abroad. Pieces of the case claim material intended for France, Germany, and England were repurposed for other powers or sold for speculation. General Miles sought analyses to determine nutrition remaining in the meat rather than its source. The war investigating committee gathered consistent officer testimonies labeling the beef unpalatable. Other items listed include pickles and relishes, with laundry services and a Shawmut addresses noted.
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America
Tile
England
Japan
China
Europe
United Fiaire
Treach
Miles
Sternberg
Comitesion
McCormick License to Take Wife’s Name
London reports Queen Victoria approved Leander J. McCormick of Chicago granting a license for Frederick E. Goodhardt of Hadlow to adopt the McCormick surname. The Morning Post notes this is a notable case in which an American wife’s maiden name is added to her husband’s. Goodhardt is the Conservative candidate for Devonport.
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London
Victoria
Leander J. McCormick
Chicago
Frederick E. Goodhardt
Hadlow Castia
McCormick
Morning Post
Goodhardt
Devoupert
la Sonia Theater
Criterion
Milan
Girls Sacrificed in Manila Inhumanity Report
A Manila dispatch to the Herald describes Spanish prisoners suffering hunger and dishonor in the provinces. Fathers powerless, Aguinaldo’s reply includes a dishonored child, while priests die of hunger. The piece condemns the tragedy and appeals to the American nation to intervene amid reports of forced misfortune and shame.
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New York
Herald
Manila
Aguimaldo
Corporation
Japanese Steamer Yamaguchi Maru on Fire Near Oginohama
The Japanese steamer Yamaguchi Maru, Captain Alien of Seattle, bound for thin port, is on fire at Oginohama. Every means available is being taken to extinguish the blaze.
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Afra
Nile Valley talks differ from Gazes Nile claim
The Figaro reports that negotiations between British and French governments do not involve Tod Gazes Nile territory as circulating. The item also includes a stray advert fragment urging readers to ask grocers for a preferred brand of relishes and condiments.
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Nile Valley
Paris
the Figaro
Tod
Snapshot Rogues and Small Town Happenings
A garbled local column reports petty thefts, a man escaping from a sale, medical updates, street repairs, council talk, and charity aid. It mentions Mrs John T Chaney ill with grip, Mayor Felio Toot, and bids for police judge, plus coal delivery surges, probate notes, and a large donation of blankets to aid the poor amid a cold spell.
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Saleae
Stow
Chanay Jorton
Kansas Avenue
T. EK
Hiapari
Allo ‘Hi
Copeland Hotel
Wesnen
Ewerinige
Separe
Skaborase Eceaces
Tie' Ifassite
Pier
Topeka
Yount
North Topeka
Bowse
Kanaatavenum
Ekting
Jaton Layo
Weraived Sram
Bounty
Erior
Stanley Witt
County Commission
Thorpe
Sersat
Nomination of William Hook for U S district judge in Kansas
Bell ringing in Leavenworth marks the public notice of William Hook's nomination for the United States district judge post in Kansas. Hook is in Washington and expected home by midweek, with Mrs. Hook visiting relatives in Springfield. A reception and banquet are planned on his arrival. The Baker Hook Atwood firm may continue as Baker Atwood after his retirement.
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Leavenworth
Jam
Wiliam Hook
United States
Kansas
Court House
Senate
Hunk
Baker, Hook & Atwood
Atwood
Kansas City
Louis Boyle
Miners For It Indorses Law In 14th District
Pittsburg Kan Jan 20 The United Mine Workers of the Fourteenth District through their delegates endorsed the Ryan Clemens law. A contention arose over plans by McGrath and followers to oust Connery before his term ends. Connery and Clemens clash over political manipulation amid union politics and regional leadership.
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Pittsburg
Kan
United Mine Workers
Ryan Clemens
A. Connery
United Mine Worthers of America
George T. McGrath
McGrath
Connery
Clemens
Wnlons
Left Hand Development in German Schools
Left handed development is being actively encouraged in German schools to train both hands. Authorities argue balanced use prevents one sided body strain. Boys learn tools with both hands. a bronco worker proved able to work equally well with either hand, easing fatigue.
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London Chronicle
Germany
Anonymous Bills in Kansas House Draw Sun and Elation
The Kansas House faces a New York Sun editorial by T. S. Elder urging anonymity for bill introducers to curb partisanship. The piece praises Elder’s plan while noting risks and the stubborn persistence of partisan labels in state politics. It weighs the tension between transparency and protection of legislators from hostile branding.
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Eaness
New York
New York Sun
Kansas House of Ee Hives
Elder
Jonnst
Stafford County
Kansas
Toxiz
Mr. Elder
Mugwumpta
British Museum
Andrew Lang
Stafford
Wiiliam L. Willonow
Date set for Republican primary and local notes
The Republican central committee fixed February 25 as the primary date. A. A Rodgers was elected chairman, succeeding Charles T. McCune. Precincts and meeting rules for ward divisions were outlined. Also reported: Yates Center votes dry after liquor dealers close. Fremont Hot Springs club offers 20000 for a Sharkey Fitzsimmons fight. a thirteen year court case in Leavenworth involving J E Blevins versus CM Robertson et al.. note on a note liability doubling the amount.
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Republican Central Committee
A. A Rodgers
Fourth Ward
Charles T. McCune
Rodgers
O. K. Swayze
Jackson Street
Hayward
Marshall's
Fourth
Monroe
Lake Streets
Tyler Street
Tenth
Kansas Avenue
King
Clay
Rain's
Seventeenth Street
Seventeenth
Topeka Avenue
Yates Center
Leavenworth
Jax
Atchison County
J. E Blevins
CM. Robertson
Miller
A. van Winkle
Otters
State Supreme Court
Insurance Tax Law Brings In 4000 For State Treasury
Webb McNall helped push a 2 percent tax on gross premiums of insurance companies through the special session. Within three weeks it added over 4000 to the state treasury, providing revenue not available without the session. The special session cost nearly 27000, with about a tenth already returned by this law.
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Webb McNall
Leegislature
Subsidy Proposed for Alaska Rail and Telegraph Line
A Washington dispatch reports Iowa businessmen seeking a 16 000 per mile government subsidy to finance the Copper River Yukon Railroad from Valdez Inlet through Copper River country to Mantasta Pass and beyond. Representative Curtis introduces the bill naming a syndicate led by Gilman Wiley Ratelite and Hersford, seeking incorporation for 50 years and a right of way for rail and telegraph. The plan envisions 50 million dollars capital and a mortgage facility up to 20 000 per mile, with 30 year 2 percent bonds secured as first mortgage after government claim. Construction to proceed at 40 miles annually under the secretary of the interior and inspectors reporting every ten miles.
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New York
Washington
Iowa
Congress
Klonike
Curtis
Charles C. Gilman
Marshalltown
John M. Wiley
Washington, D. C
John G. Ratelite
Waukena
Albert W. Hersford
Thomas J. Hessett
William Quigley
O. Marshall
M. Walker
Martin
Mr. Moore
Dubuque
Copper River & Yukon Railroad Company
Valdez Inlet
Alaska
Copper River
Mantasta Lake
Mantasta Pass
Tokio
Copper Creek
Mantas To
Yukon River
United States
Kansas Senate Prospects Behind Baker Leland Hook Fight
Kansas Republican factions discuss a possible Baker re election in 2 years with Cy Leland seeking influence through a potential candidacy Lambert solidly aligned with Baker. The Hook appointment situation, Burton's fading influence, and Albaugh faction shift shape the senatorial race amid strained ties and looming truces.
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Posucach
Kansas
Baker
Cy Leland
Judge Hook
Leland
R. Burton
J. E. Lambert
Larm- Vert
Major Hood
Lambert
Lambret
Tian
Hook
Burton
Overseam
Albaugh
Boston Herald fined for prejudicial headline in graft case
Boston January 3 The Boston Herald company was fined 369 by Judge Bond of the superior court for publishing a prejudicial headline in the account of the graft case trial. The phrase guilty if evident was deemed prejudicial, leading to jury dismissal and a new trial order in the case of J R Muley and T F Stollans accused of fraudulently obtaining money from an employee. The article covers the Seattl to Skaguay steamer trip and other brief items.
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Boston
Boston Herald Company
Bond
Superior Court Today
J. R Muley
Tt. F. Stollans
Ettoy
Seattle
Seaguay
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