Blind Tiger at Two Churches Sparks Local Scandal
A notorious blind tiger operation near two churches in Kansas was halted after a county attorney filed temporary injunctions against owners A. E. Hunston and others. Shown machines used a revolving wheel to supposedly dispense beer when a nickel was dropped, drawing crowds and police scrutiny. Local residents and journalists speculate about connections to Marcus Hanna and Kansas figures, including J. P. Converse of Kansas City Kansas, with various relatives named in the ongoing inquiry.
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Wichita
Evel Schamen
Kanaas
Weller Coner
Davis
Ani Ming Die
A. E. Hunston
A. W. Bernstein
Wiliam Das Akon
Jiu Ho Gilchriet
Ubon Walt
Benats of Prey
Milwaukee
Invire
Kentucky
Ley
Davie
Wah
Peffee Against Fusion in Eureka Speech
Senator delivers July 4 address at Eureka urging Democrats to resist fusion with Populists. He argues such a coalition would tie the party to Populist beliefs and jeopardize a principled, independent Democratic platform, stressing loyalty to reform on silver and party integrity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eureka
Peter
Euilerse
Hurtouis
Two Convicts Escape From Leavenworth Penitentiary
In Leavenworth, two inmates escaped during a night shift. One broke through a wall using improvised tools, the other fled amid the warren of corridors. Authorities report the pair had years remaining on their sentences and prompt manhunt coordination is underway.
Lightning's Work on Snediker Ranch Barn Destroyed
The large stock barn on the Snediker farm near Emporia Kansas was destroyed by fire. Fire officials report the blaze began in the hayloft and quickly engulfed the structure, causing extensive damage to the building and its contents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Snediker
Emporia
Kan
Chicako Moyea
Lightning Storm Destroys Property and Fells Trees
A fierce electric storm Saturday evening burned a building to the ground. The flash lit the sky, seen by many in the city. Stock hay and feed were damaged, totaling several hundred dollars. Lightning struck several trees in the surrounding region as heavy rain fell, heavier southeast of the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Getlon
Republican Convention in Cimarron Nominates Local Officials
The Gray County Republican convention at the Cimarron courthouse elected G. W. Hotluhens for county attorney and Colin Keating for district clerk. J. P. Tmery named county superintendent, with Mrs Atoll lanl as probate judge nominee. Delegates favored Jane Ingalls for United States senator and Troutman for governor, aligning with Ingalls and Troutman for the major statewide ticket.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ingalls and Treutan
Cimarron, Daly
Cousty
Cimarron
A. J. Evans
Ord Séger
Chalrremtao WM. Brooks
G. W. Hotluabens
Colin Keating
J.P Tmery
Atoll Lanl
G. W. Whiteside
Arkitte
United States Kenitor Sens
Jane J. Ingilt
J. Burton
Troutman
Euwer- Fe
Republicum
Ingalls
Trouran
Liquor Sellers Arrested in Fort Scott Case
On a July 6 complaint by Rev Avastin Warner county officials issued warrants and arrested two men by Sheriff Wheeler. Each posted a $60 bond for next district court term for keeping intoxicants for sale at 16 North Main Street around September 11. The case stems from July 2 events.
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Fort Scott
Avastin Warner
North Main Street
Dependence fountains bring city ice water to people
Independence July report describes two city ice water fountains now in operation. Each large unit stands about four feet square and five feet high, with an extending ornament. A side opening admits water and ice, and a polar pipe trough cools water before it reaches the taps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Independence
Uder
Fee
Amala
College Brings Suit Over Normal Stock Shares
Bourbon County Kansas Normal College attorney J D Mc Cleverty sues Nellie D Stadden Leo D Stadden Elean Myers and Nellie McHart in district court to recover about eight shares of normal stock valued at 25 dollars each inherited from Feado Stedden. Plaintiffs claim heirs own the stock and seek 200 dollars plus costs as double liability of stockholders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort South
Ews
J.D. McCleverty
Bourbon County
Kansas Normal College Aesophelion
Basied
MIT
Nellie D.stadden
Leo D. Stadden
Mra Eilean MM Myers
Mik Nellie Mc Hart
Thom
Trase Stadden
Ly Fenson
Cloud Republic Senate Delegates Set for District Convention
Delegates to the Cloud Republic senate district convention arrive ahead of tomorrow’s session. The lively gathering will feature ES Elite of Cloud county and CW Gulick of Re Dublin county as candidates amid expectations of a heated contest for United States senator.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cloud-Republic
Belfoviti
Washington
Cloud County
CW. Gulick
Re- Dublin
United States
Ingalls
Burton
Celebration at Downs Anniversary on the Downs
Downs holds an anniversary event for the birth of Downs with five keysers already pledging attendance. Invitations have gone out to several figures including Seaminis Peffer and Baker and Hills and McCormick. The celebration occurs July 5 and is linked to the local Shath Qtrrist quarters. Dowes is served by the Min Kort Puctio railroad, with J. H. Lipton of the city in Chicago for the Democratic convention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fredy
J. H. Lipton
Chicago
Holton
Nemsha
Jackson
Rod Estes
FE. Wolfey
Fred Mberwein
Vic Mms
Woolfey
Judgwent
Hem
Parsons Telephone System Expands to Cherryvale Areas
Parsons Kans Tele phone company plans to extend the service from Parsons to Cherryvale and surrounding towns. The project, involving new lines and offices, will connect Altamont Wiliston Mine Valley and Cherryvale with about 17 phones in operation now. Total cost around 291000, with completion further expanding the network.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cherryvale
Parsons
Sivetrical
Catipo
Kan
Gomrse
Luberte Cty
Genese
Chitupa
Altamont
Wilsonton
Miund Valley
Cherryeate
Concordia Celebrates Fourth Amid Rain and Display
Despite hours of rain, Concordia observed Independence Day with a stronger celebration than before. Prof Jay served as orator and a lively street display impressed about 5,000 residents as arches and decorations lined the principal streets in Salina editzene era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jay
Concordia
Salina
Long-Married Bourbon County Couple Dies After 72 Years Together
Mrs. Mahale Starne of Fort Scott Bourbon County dies at home seven miles northwest of the tty yesterday morning. She and her husband, who survives her, had lived together 72 years after marriage. The couple were among the oldest married pairs in the Tilted States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Scott
Say
Mahale Starne
Bourbon County
Thetty
Patasis
Geologists to Inspect Hutchinson Salt Works in Winter
Kansas professors C N Gouta Haworth and Chas Pricer plan Geological fieldwork in Hutchinson to study salt works and regional rock formations in southwestern Kansas. The expedition will begin near Lawrence and move to Hutchinson for initial site work before broader rock examinations.
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Kansas
Hutchinson
C. N. Gouta
Nettton
B Haworth
Eutheast
Lawrence
Chas Pricer
Union Cntlege
iNew York
United States
Old Soldiers Reunion and Abilene Cycle Races Highlight Jewell County News
Sherman Bivouacs of Jewell held a successful Jewell county reunion with speeches to Department Ramena Whitney and others. Abilene hosted cycle races as part of its July celebration, Elmer Forney claiming multiple titles with strong times. Haskell Institute beat Abilene 3 0 in baseball. evening events featured displays and Stafford Man's Pleasure Lake plans moving ahead with Robert Tonkin preparing a lake resort and carp removal efforts.
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Sherman
Jewell
Jewell City
Jewell County
Ramena Whitney
Hill
Abilene
Abitene
Abiiene
Elmer Forney
Haskell Institute
Stafford
Robert Tonkin
Large Wheel Cast at Leavenworth July
The Leavenworth report notes a large wheel cast at Leavenworth weighing over 60 pounds made from dry misutdine. Hutchinson announces a packing house to begin operations this fall to support Lagoo crop, plus details on local industry and a Soldiers Home membership count and population change in Hutchinson.
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Leavenworth
Great Western
Kansas
Packing House
Hutchinson
Mutchinson
Alet
and i
Soldier's Hom
Garver Will Not Run For Chief Justice
Judge Garver of the court of appeals plans no reelection to his current post and will visit Pennsylvania then Chambisturs for a three week vacation. A Salina Republican told a Journal reporter Garver is not entering the chief justice race, despite an Abilene dispatch.
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Pennsylvania
Garver
Court of Epposis
Chambisturs
Salina
Journal
Abilene
Jrdme
Wiett
Abthere
Garver Wold
Justce
C. W. Hani
Abitene
Palmer Hostess to Entertain Convention Notables
Mes Palmer will entertain 24 distinguished guests at her shore mansion tonight if weather allows indoor reception. The event honors convention attendees with elaborate decorations and planned indoor pleasures in case of rain. Also reported Entombed Miners in Wilkesbarre Pa may have survived after a mining shaft collapse, with rappings heard or felt before midnight. County Commissioners meet to review quarterly auditor’s report.
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Chirag
Potter Palmer
Take Shore
Wilkesbarre
Pittston
Toin
Leavenworth Road Race Reports Six Mile Course
The Leavenworth county wheelmen hosted their third annual six mile road race in wet conditions. Starbird of Topeka finished fourth, John A. Conover of Kansas City took sixth with prize money, and Presley G. Wilhite earned a fourth place and third time prize. Leavenworth’s John M. Kelly claimed second prize and seventh place amid a contested finish and handicaps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leavenworth
John A. Conover
Kansas City
John M. Kelly
Presley G- Wilhite
Kelly
Arti
Rebs Pricekersham
Minssie
Atchison
Femina
Topeka Ball Troubles Loom Over Club Meeting
Sam Levy the Topeka manager and partner Claude Besy vanished after collecting receipts from two weekend games. Morning game netted 60 dollars, afternoon 580. City plans to form a stock company to sustain baseball, with a meeting at Frank Long's tonight to finalize incorporation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam Levy
Topeka
Claude Besy
Frank Long
Frank Long's
Coffeyville
Levy
Gems
Santa Fe
Bast
Kanne City
Waisht
Fe Pew Company
Sunday Baseball Card Shows Wide Scores Across Leagues
Sunday games feature Cincinnati routing St Louis 7 to 0 with Fisher Kis singer and Murphy sparking the attack. Chicago beats Louisville 7 to 6 in ten innings as Thornton Dailey and Lange shine. Kansas City nips Milwaukee in a pitchers duel while Paul and Minneapolis post wins. Grand Rapids sweeps Detroit 12 to 7 as hitters press advantage. Indianapolis edges Columbus behind sharp fielding and pivotal doubles. Several Fourth of July contests noted, including Horton taking both games from St Joseph. Pigeon record highlights local fancier Arthur McGloin in Philadelphia.
Bicycles Sell For 35 Dollars At New York Auction
Nearly 600 bicycles were sold at auction in New York today with prices ranging from two to five dollars. The sale featured firms shipping wheels with name plates and written guarantees to some purchasers. Many lots advertised for tomorrow and several large dealers deny direct competition. John L. Sullivan has returned to town after a six months absence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
As Bien Ag
Sams
Tufly
Geale
Temoruw
Ligue Msinitesers
Weil
Sharkey
John L. Sullivan
Ex-ten fighter Sullivan to rest at Wakeley’s in town
The ex champ Sullivan plans a long rest at a local farm after a West trip and a brief stay in town. He sees boxing as a rising trend this fall and gives no long opinion on Sharkey. Sullivan will stay about a week as a guest of Jimmie Wakeley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sullivan
Sharkey
Horton
Jimmie Wakeley
Big Six Suspended by New York Central Labor Union
July 6 report from New York states the Central Labor Union suspended Toyoxraphical unit No 6, known as Bar Bix, amid internal disputes. Delegate George Warner of the International Machinists Association alleged misinformation and warned the unit’s workers may not align with the broader union. The piece notes the era’s labor tensions and quotes a local blast about truth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Central Labor Union
New York
Central Labor Union
Bar Bix
Fourth of July Disasters Reported By Journal
A list of Fourth of July accidents from Topeka includes B D Bennetts daughter severely shocked and ill after firecracker blast, a 12 year old with facial burns, a 13 year old scorched eyes, and several others with facial injuries. Firework related injuries affect multiple families and bystanders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. D. Bennett
Harrison Street
Miss Bennett
SM. A- Funches
Russians Cause a Valencia Row Over Independence Day
A Topeka crowd sparked clashes in Valencia Saturday during Fourth of July celebrations. Six Russians and companions fled. three were arrested after a rock was thrown at a Valencian, injuring Sam Findley. Deputies pursued to the Rock Island train, arresting John Archer, John Kipps, and Altendor. They posted bond and face trial in Valencian. one suspect remains at large.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Otto Bradford
SB Bradford
Feu
Joe Lodes
Henry Ledge
Worth Topeka
Charles Schaeffer
Best Sixth
Schueller
Valencia
Rock Island
Cldge
Sam Findley
Sherif Frepley
John Cleveland
Otis Hungate
Pelock
Rock Iiland
John Archer
John Kipps
John Altendort
Sterar Kepley
Topeka
Fall
Edward Chilson
Valencian
Gutley
Fred
Elks Postpone Colored Society Event In Heat
An Elks Post event for the Colored Society was postponed due to extreme heat. The steward clarified the ceremony would not take place today and would be rescheduled for Tuesday after difficulties arranging attire and funds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elks
Colored Society
Elks’ Club
Bterrard Judd
City Paving Bonds Paid. New York Funds Move to City
City treasurer Elliot reports $160,000 disbursed for city improvement bonds. Charles S. Nett engages in New York to secure about $150,000 to cover interest and principal on bonds. First paving bonds most likely paid. Kansas Avenue properties to fund pavements. City Clerk McFadden advances assessment work as ordinance progress nears passage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elliot
Charles S. Nett
New York
Kansas Avenue
McFadden
Real Estate Transfers and Property Names Listed
Real estate transfers noted including Henry Vesper to TL Rorle for 400 dollars and Cel Whitcomb with various lot numbers and blocks in Mulvane Chuss Auburndale areas. references to New Hampshire paper and Ww. Coorer with multiple lot and block identifiers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Enry Vesper
Rorle
Ah Cannatic
Mulvane
Chussan
CEL Whitcomb
Sito
Peper
New Hampshire
Coorer
Auburndale
Turnversin Organizes Arringdon Turnverein Charter
Arrington Turnverein of Arringdon in Atchlson County received a charter with ceremony of state. The objects of organization include educating cadets and German virtues by mutual intercourse, fostering unity among German and American citizens, and preserving duties to the laws of the United States and the state of Kansas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Turnversin
Tus Arrington Turnverein
Arringdon
Atchlson County
Sta
United States
Hansas
Yale Crew Shines in Henley Morning Practice
Yale rowers showed strong form at Henley on Thames during morning practice with the Yale crew reported in excellent condition and confident for the races. Local crews from Thames clubs and visiting teams pace the field as heats and preliminaries schedule unfold with notable matchups including Leander and Cambridge in key events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yale
Associated Preas
Henley-on-Thames
Thala
Hasine Loill
Cornell
F. Huddington
Thi Thames Howing Club
Rik, Mont
Burton-on-Trent
London Rowing Club
Cambridge
Dnielock
Ryan
Rise Nec
Shige
Oshinun
Henley
Meera Thornanil
Curfew Ordinance Debate At City Council Meeting
A new curfew ordinance drafted for all children under sixteen faces skepticism as council delays adoption. Provisions set fines and time limits, with penalties for violations during specified periods and enforcement unclear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gopine
Ber
Celebration in Wake arust Stout county in 1997
Thousands gathered in Wake arust, FJ for a countywide event led by speakers Pom Dora amit Thomas Hain and Rev. Parlette. A planning committee formed to organize a larger celebration next year with Tenita Foltz Kennith Juncan and others committing to advance the cause and public service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stout
Wake Arust
FJ. Totrimer
Pom Dora Amit Thomas Hain
Mr. Parlette
Mie Stintey Banks
Robert Etout
Tunida Foltz
Kennith Juncan
Uye
Pratenank Grvice
David
Ned Sehr
Iursen Fm
64 Lots Sold in Block Near Attstic Bennie Addition
A town sale this morning moved 64 plots on the Dark of the Bhuneanunga, sixth of Attstic Bennie’s addition, to Schseltt. The remaining parcels were divided among Mrs fy eatin ANd and others, with prices around a third higher than anticipated. Proceeds will fund UM eps minor bets, with Niviihe Crawford and J.D. Me Purkene among buyers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Niviihe Crawford
J.D
Obscene Picture Law Drafted but Not Yet Passed
An ordinance prohibiting indecent posters in public view is being drafted. The measure aims to curb obscene images on posters and pictures displayed in windows and boards, with public judgment to decide its fate under council rules.
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Valley Center
Wheel
Marc Hanna
Mame
J. P. Converse
Kansas Ciy
Marcus A. Hanna
L. B. Converse
Marcus Mr. Converse
Lo Hurtes
Mra Bacher
Buthan
Wrandutee
Hugh
David Hants
Graham County
Kanses
Marcus
Tumor Ameliza
Horna
Ar A Hanne & Co
Cleveland
Lysch
Nishiote
Privat
Weiss Wall
Nichole
Cherokee Street
Nichols
Levin
Lynch
Gray County Convention
College
Stadden
Downs
Ingills, Burton
Parsons’ Telephone System
Mandy
Nemaha and
E Hutchinson
Mes
Palmer
Board of County Commissioners
Conover
Starbird
Dime
Bey PO Wickersham
Leavenwort
Nay WA
Tinsile
Alena
Shmow
Doratis
Louvain Oe
Sertind
Lopes i
Sony Aem
Kansas Clover
Ee Norton
Chinn
Ieee
Harney
Wiestas Alate
Broadw
Siammond
St. Stevenan
Duncyson's & Gollac
Cincinnati
ST. Louis
Cincinnat
Fishe Kissinger
Sintra
St Louis
Fisher
Vaughn
Kissinger
Murphy
Chicagyu
Louisville
Colts
Heer
Thornton
Dailey
Phaters
Lange
Kittredge
Him
Dexter
Bevis
Barnes
Brewers
Kanses City
Paul i
Neapolis
Paul
Saints
Ubetr
Glasscock
Minneapolis
Mulline
Phyle
Spies
Healy
Carney
O'Connor
Schriver
Detroit
Grand Rapids
Eerne Vellore Jackets
Gayle
Tigers
Alger’s Park
Rie
Grand Rap's
Sinah
Ittore
Wolters
Parker
Smink
Gayle and Trost
Indianapolis
Columbus
Sharpfeld Hig
Hovelers
R.H.R. Columbus
Pears
Campbell
Damon
Buckley
Joe
St. Joseph
Ite
Hohn
Hartman
Duryea
Philadelphia
General Sporting Notes
Hive Rapids
Centratia
Burr Oak
Glen Eiger
Hiawathan
St. Ive
St. Marys
Westmoreland
Tupetion City
Kersas City Schmelzene
Bolthmore
Boston
Pluieburs
Dieyoktya
St Kanens
Panaemie
John L. Will
Juan L Waller
Madegamear
Joim A
George Larimore
WAL. Thompson Hardware
J. S. Sty
Fishth and
Polk Streets
North Topeka
Volley Kistler
Netswinder
Frank Quinton
Want Overmyer
Wakarusa
Boswell Eestate
Shoritt
St Paul
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