Bribery and corruption perils warned by ex governor Altgeld
Ex governor John P Altgeld addressed about 2000 at the Academy of Music Brooklyn urging action against corruption. He argued that endless money power and monopolies threaten free government, calling for reform and bimetallic policy while urging decisive measures against railroads and trusts to preserve democracy.
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York
John Pfaiwell
Tigels
Academy of Music
Brooklyn
Kinet County
Henry Geors
Aligeld
Steday
Iis
Tnlay Jt
Pst
Bune Anil Hus
McKinley
Wile Liang
Sur
Benedict Arnald
Benedict Arnolds
Bryan Warns Of Foreign Policy Risks In Independence Day Letter
In a letter dated June 2 1897 from Lincoln Nebraska Wm J Bryan expresses regret at missing a Democrat celebration and urges unity for Independence Day. He cautions that yielding to foreign financial policy could erode political freedom and leave the nation in the shade. Bryan notes Los Angeles engagement prevents attendance at the Fourth of July event.
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Bryan
Washington
Wm. J. Bryan
Lincoln
Neb
Lawrence Gandner
Los Angeles
Cal
National Association of Democratic Club
Palley
W. J. Bryan
Tanwnasy Society
Jalz
New York
Chicago
Cincinnati
Trechign
Jefferso
Jackson
Ays
Fire damages Thomas residence. basement blaze spreads
At about 1 30 this morning the home of Jonathan Thomas on Sis Harrison Street narrowly escaped total destruction. Smoke filled the basement and front hall as firefighters arrived. the blaze damaged the basement joists and stored goods, with overall loss estimated around 19 then the inspector noted damages may exceed that. Fire started from wet electro wires and may have spread via the front stairs. Nearby Frank White’s home at 718 Chandler Street faced a similar scare Saturday afternoon when fireworks sparked flames migrating toward 716 Chandler, though only minor damage occurred.
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Jonathan Thomas
Jonathan ‘Thomas
Sis Harrison Street
Abont
Upen
Ower
Sen
Carmir
Ald
Walla
Maraial Wilmarth
Amuke
Marshal Wilmarth
Frank White
Chander Street
Cigar Lights Gas Well in Madison County Fire
A gas well near Madison County erupts as a cigar lighter triggers a massive blaze. Flames reach 40 feet high, audible for miles, and Merrick is burned in minutes. Attempts to shut the well fail. a cannon will be fired to rupture the casing in an extreme measure. The rig and surrounding property suffer extensive damage as crowds gather to view the blaze.
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Anderson
Madison County
Trenton OU Company
Topeka Rainfall and Heat Record Highs Forecast
Rain began Saturday night in Topeka with 1.94 inches total by dawn. Friday night recorded the season’s hottest low at 78 degrees, while near 90 in the day. Weather observer Jennings predicts showers in eastern Kansas tonight and a likely Topeka shower tomorrow.
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Topeka
Jennings
Kansas
Rock Island Refuses Rate Reductions In State Request
W H Truesdale of Chicago, Rock Island third vice president and general manager, rejects the Kansas commission’s demand for general rate cuts. He argues railways here face heavy taxes, crop volatility, idle equipment, and high burdens, making lower earnings impossible without harm to service and equity with other states.
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Rock Island
W. H. Truesdale
Chicago
Palliasd
Boas
Fall Festival Arch Design Proposed for Kansas Avenue
The Journal features a proposed Pall Festival arch spanning Kansas Avenue for the Fall Festival. The wooden frame would be clad to resemble stone and 75 feet clear, with incandescent lights lining the opening. Medallions above the bases could display AT, S., 1872 and A.T. & S. FP, 1897 or a alternative design as chosen by the committee.
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Kansas Avenue
Labor day meeting urged to aid Beloit celebration
A call was issued for a special meeting of committees to discuss scheduling a simple Labor day observance on Monday. The plan aims to limit the day to a brief afternoon event and boost local festivities while keeping the focus on veterans and the city’s celebration. The meeting is set for tomorrow evening at the city elections office to finalize arrangements.
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Moore
Strike Erupts in Pittsburg District with Mass Meetings
The coal miners wage strike begins in the Pittsburg district on July 5 with mass meetings and work halted across mines. A general holiday delays clarity, while the United Mine Workers assemble district wide to assess next steps and potential arbitration.
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Mars, I
Wilmington
Grundy County
Braceville
Carbon Fill
Pittsburg
United Mine Workers
Archway decision urged for Topeka festival route
A Topeka editorial urges the Committee of Fifteen to fund and erect a grand arch on Kaneas avenue for the Dig festival. Proposes cost under 300 dollars and multiple arches could be built, with at least one large centerpiece on Ninth or Seventh street near a Queen’s arch and reviewing stand. Calls for widespread public help from Topeka’s 30,000 residents.
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Kansas Avenue
State House
Nothie
Ninth
Elghth
Seventh Street
Kaneas Avenue
Old Soldiers Day Carnival Scheduling Debate
Discussion among city groups over moving the old soldiers Carnival to Tuesday to allow a full day for veterans. Ed G Moore chairs the old soldiers committee and favors Tuesday for stronger turnout, firemen parade, militia, and bands. The Carnival Knights prefer Friday, while the State Journal backs Tuesday for full veteran participation and McKinley’s potential September visit.
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Pifteen
Ed G. Moore
State Journal
McKinley
Amend It Right Off Firearm Incident Sparks City Ordinance Talk
Chris Groch of 33 Elm Street was shot in the right arm while at a barn yard pump during July Fourth festivities. The bullet, fired from an alley, was removed at Santa Fe hospital. Groch suspects an attempt on his life and urges strict arrest provisions for any discharge of firearms within city limits. The incident prompts calls to amend the city ordinance to curb reckless gunfire during celebrations.
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Chris Groch
Elm Street
Santa Fe
Mr. Grach
Groch
Henry Gooch
Jenson
Santa Fe Officials Study Grand Canyon Rail Plan
Santa Fe officials from Williams and Phoenix are on the ground in northern Arizona investigating a major railroad project for the Grand Canyon of the Colorado. The plan starts at Williams as the Santa Fe Pacific line contemplates construction north toward the canyon.
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Santa Fe
Williams
Ariz
Phoenix
Arizona
Sevien
Grand Canyon
Colorado
Willams
Santa Fe Pacific
Tillman Talks Politics in Albia Speech
Senator Tillman of South Carolina spoke at a Fourth of July celebration in Albia. He used the platform to denounce the Republican party trusts and corporations in a vehement political address. He arrived with a delegation and brass bands, then delivered partisan remarks throughout. Sims Touches Up Society. Tonight at Third Christian church.
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Albia
Court House
Tilman
South Carolina
Republican Party
Thery
Tillman
Apeal
Sims
Third Christian Church
Bridal trip to the pole with Peary aide bride to Greenland
Florence Meriden is to marry Hush J Lee on July 3 in New Haven Coan and join the Peary expedition heading from Boston to Greenland. The groom, closely linked to explorer Peary, will take his bride on a voyage into the frozen zones.
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Que
Peary
Greenland
New Haven
Coan
Hush J, Lee
Ailes Florence 14Ionerd
Meriden
Mr. Loo
Boston
Cincinnati and Baltimore Face Morning Baseball Doubleheader
Reports from July 5 describe morning games with mixed results across cities including Cincinnati, Baltimore, St. Paul, Kansas City, Philadelphia, Boston, Chicago and Pittsburgh. Highlights include hitters mounting runs after the first innings, sharp fielding by Shugart and McBride, and notable pitching by Lewis and Orth, with attendance figures cited for several games.
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Philadelphia
Boston
Phillies
Duffy
Stahl
Lowe
Lewis
Orth
Holgcoojos
Boswn
Philadelp
Railway Office Allows Kansas Staff Leave for Santa Fe Festival
Circular Letter No 27 from Atchison Topeka Santa Fe Railway Office of General Manager Topeka Kansas dated July 2 1897 informs Kansas employees the company does not object to participation in the Topeka Fall Festival on September 29 1897 and will grant leave of absence when possible. Transportation will be provided for employees and a reasonable allotment of floats exhibits and related property will be moved within Kansas for the Santa Fe Anniversary celebration. J J Frey manager
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Atchison, Topeka & Santa Pe Railway Co
Topeka
Kan
Kansas
Kansan
Fay Uy
J. J. Frey
No Fitz-Sullivan Fight Approved by Brooklyn Police
New York July 6 The World reports John L Sullivan and Job Fitzsimmons plan a sparring session at Ambrose Park South Brooklyn this afternoon. Police officials say they will not permit the bout and will enforce the Horton law. Manager Martin Julian says the event will proceed. Sullivan seeks no interference and aims to demonstrate his still considerable fighting ability.
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Brooklyn
New York
John Lb
Sullivan
Job Pitesimmons
Ambrose Park
McKelvey
McLoughlin
James Keeney
Horton Lmn
Martin Julian
Julian
Official Killed in Bomb Blast at Chicago Line Chief’s Summer Home
Henry B. Stone, vice president of the Chicago Burlington & Quincy railroad, was instantly killed at his Nonguit Mass summer home when a bomb exploded as his child and others discharged fireworks. Stone lit the bomb and bent to inspect it before the blast, a fragment striking his forehead and killing him.
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Lange
River Up River Down On Kansas River Flood Threatens Bridge
The Kansas River stood about 10 feet 8 inches above low water around 3 pm threatening a new bridge. Workers moved logs and debris with a crane and kept the arch forms from washing away. By noon the river was eight feet below high water and receding.
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Kansas River
Kansas Avenue
Burst Bounds Bridges Washed Out and Impossible to Cross
Bridges along a road section were washed out after heavy rains making the route impassable. Local residents reported water levels rising rapidly causing detours and school and mail services to be disrupted. Emergency crews blocked the damaged spans and assessed repairs.
Farms Submerged as 100 Acre Field Drowns Under Water
Floods cripple farmland across the region. One entire farm of about 100 acres submerged. Bolifer and Soldier creeks breach banks, washing out bridges and inundating crops. Reform School engine room fire extinguished but crop losses mount. Topeka area reports scarce, with bridges and streets flooded and officials unable to assess full damage.
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Hart
Reform School
Coor
Williams
Silver Lake
Soldier Creek
Wm. Meade
Metmken
Topeka
Belmmr
Meade
Soprishunith
Garfield Park
Central Avenue
Kansas Avenue
Tammany Celebrities Celebrate Independence Amid Shortage of Refreshments
New York July 1 Independence Day observance by Tammany Hall featured Genal fashion and plentiful seats, but refreshments ran low in the basement. Letters of regret from Grover Cleveland and William Jennings Bryan highlighted the event, with Bryan praising Democratic principles amid calls for New York Democratic gains and policy shifts.
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Grover Cleveand
Weetland
Ae N. J
Pee Hen
John C. Sheehan
Dearee
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