Topeka Gas Rates Spark Debate Over Fair City Prices
A Topeka gas rate controversy probes why residents pay high prices while other cities show lower or reduced costs. The State Journal cites 1892 data and letters from manufacturers and gas company owners asking for rate relief or a delay in price cuts, while city officials weigh council approval and potential municipal purchase. The dispute centers on resterly differing rates for fuel gas and the impact on households and industry.
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Topeka
Perel
Thie
Apaeae
United States
Topka
Iam Tm Phi
Br. J Ma
Ciy
Evansville
Capid
Kansas
Peartat Racine
Wis
Emelinatt
Ohio
St Louis
Hett
Columbus
Ngotus
Bloomington
Bey City
Peach
Atekleon
Kanesville
Dayton
Morgans Wrath at Topeka Gas Firm Feud Rages
Harrison Morgan accuses the Topeka Gas Company of coercive tactics amid dispute over street grades and rates. He says the company seeks to force higher charges while withholding full Maine mileage data, while council deliberates actions. Morgan asserts the firm would sue the city if rates are not fair. Curbs on service and municipal clashes fuel the confrontation.
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Harrison Morgan
Topeke Gue Company
Anthony K. Beendy
Morgan
Vressial
Ihe Rus Company
Hittine
Council
Mr. Morgan
Topeka
Maine
Meehan
Carnegie Donation Aids Carnegie Public Library Plan
Lealville Colorado July 12 a city library association notes a private secretary of Andrew Carnegie reportedly pledges a gift to fund a public library for the city if the city commits funds for two years of maintenance. The offer follows no formal solicitation. San Francisco July 12 the Trans Trades council reports favorable union replies on settling the machinists' strike, appointing a five member committee with power to act and pressure employers. The strike of metal polishers has been called off.
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Lealville
Colo
City Library Association
Amstew Carnegie
Skibo Cantle
Scotland
San Franciso
The
Trans Trades Council
Mea
East
Etal Polishers
Reservoir project approved for Salina water supply
Salina Water Works Company has awarded a contract to build a new reservoir to supply the city with water. The intake and basin will form a 60 foot rise and 11 feet deep. Also noted is a Texus collision celebration marking the Battle of the Horn.
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Salina Salina
Salina Waterworks Company
Contrict
Bre Lowe
Battle of the Horne
Texus
Record heat wave sweeps multiple cities across nation
July heat shatters records from Chicago to Louisville to St. Louis. Reports describe dire conditions with temperatures near or above 100, causing prostrations and ambulance activity. Cooler weather and relief arrive in some places, while London and other areas report intensified heat and widespread suffering.
Boiled Body Found in Cauldron in Cal War Case
The body of Lee Wing, a Chinese man murdered last March by binders, was boiled in an iron cauldron by county order. Authorities say removing sixteen bullets required great effort and the bullets will be used as evidence in Look Lee's upcoming murder trial.
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Lee Wing
Biehbinders
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Look Lee
Frisco Poised for Epworth League Delegates
San Francisco draws about 200 eastern delegates for the Epworth League convention opening next Tuesday with estimates of 5,000 arriving by Saturday night, 4,080 by Sunday, and 4,000 more by Thursday. An army of workers fills the Mechanics Pavilion for a vast, townlike setup with offices, rail and telegraph facilities, and abundant accommodations in private homes and hotels to handle arrivals and press needs.
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San Francisco
Army of Fe
Ballalne
Indictment Returned in National Investigation Case
Washington July 13 The grand jury after several months investigation has returned an indictment against Ida Bonise for the alleged crime involving James S Ayers the census clerk in the Mileged Kline case in the city and state context.
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Han
Unider Sanvist
Ida Bonise
James 5. Ayers
New Topeka Directory Delayed By Heat This Year
Sam Radges announced he will issue a new city directory this year though heat delayed work. The plan is to publish in December or January 1902. Also reported, a sealing ship Santa Cruz wreck near Santa Barbara with crew member Anderson washing ashore after a near drowning.
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Sam Radges
Anti Cigarette League Meets Temperatures Reported
Internal notes show fragmented report on an anti cigarette league meeting and listed temperatures in several large cities including Boston and Philadelphia with unclear data and garbled OCR.
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Chings
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Boston
Philwi
Aeeteentiniatt
Settlement outlook in steel industry conference drags on
In Pittsburg on July 12 the Amalgamated Association and officials of American Steel Sheet Steel Hoop and Tin Plate failed to reach a settlement. No details could be released until adjournment. Reports say both sides face concessions needed for a今 imminent agreement, with Judge Gary reportedly present but unlocated. A general strike and major industry impacts were warned if terms were not agreed soon. Weather forecast notes cool, unsettled conditions for tonight and Saturday in Kansas City and surrounding areas.
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Pittsburg
Armalgammated Association Executive Board
American Steel Sheet,Steel Hoop
Tin Plate
Shaffer
Chronicle-Telegraph
Amalgamated Board General Conference
Schaffer
Juy 1
Furrther
Gary
Lincoln
Pittsbore
American Sheet Steck Company
American Hoop Company
Corn crop prospects grim as heat and drought bite Midwest
Chicago reports preachings of a shrinking corn harvest with estimates reaching 50,000,000 bushels for Kansas and Missouri amid extreme heat. Prices rise on fears of drought spreading to spring wheat, while hay and potatoes also suffer and farmers face heavy losses.
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Kansas
Missouri
Topeka
Kus
Board of Trade
Dollar Gas Faces City Council Tonight in Topeka
City council in Topeka will discuss matters related to dollar gas pricing. The paper reproduces a June issue article listing towns with dollar gas, with figures from city clerks and original letters on file. A February 1968 letter from the gas company promises reductions and outlines facility improvements made over a year. The article argues for a rate review and franchise considerations to spur action by both council and company.
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Topeka
Strike collapses in Cincinnati as protesters return to work
Cincinnati machinists strike, begun May 2% in Cincinnati involving 5 to 7 thousand workers, is practically off. A secret meeting reported funds from Washington were unavailable. strike benefits exhausted, workers urged to reinstate. About 100 have already applied for reinstatement with more expected tomorrow and Monday. No official word on fund draws. some plan to return while others may continue.
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Cincinnati
Washington
General Butterfield Weakens at Cold Spring Estate
Dr Murdock reports Gen Daniel Butterfield gravely ill at his summer home in Fishkill Landing days afterhe remarks that the end may be near the physician says the general has been unable to rise for ten days and requires help to move from bed as illness deepens in the final days of his life.
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Murdock
Daniel Butterfield
Cold Springs
Assessing 100 Percent Pay by 7th National Stockholders
Washington reports Comptroller Dawes releasing a preliminary estimate on the amount stockholders must cover, with about 100 cents on the dollar and recovery from assets. The receiver values Marquand collateral highly, and final collections may improve. Investigations into cash advances to the bank fall under DoJ, with no reference to criminal infractions in the receiver’s report.
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Washington
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Department of Justice
Conspiracy Probe Tightens Circle in Deal Home Assault
Winfield July 12 Detective Hicks and Consta ble Coats close in on the mystery shooter and anonymous letter case linked to George Deal. Deal, who employed a former worker Townsley, had been targeted with threats to pay money or be burned out. A ruse to trap the blackmailers led to Deal’s arrest while preparing to meet the supposed detective for payment.
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George Deal
Variouas
Hicks
Ckishoms City
Coats
Arkansas
I. Townsley
Botsberg
Desi
Towne-rey
Tim
Deel
National Education Association Meets in Detroit on Topics and Expo Plans
Detroit July 12 last day of the National Education Association convention saw a small audience at Light Guard armory as President Green opened sessions. Papers discussed higher education its role in a popular democracy and growth of public high schools. A committee endorsed a separate building for the educational exhibit at St Louis, with expanded floor space.
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Light Guard
Green
Charles Twing
Wenters Heanrve University
Cleveland
Robert B. Fulton
University of Mississigni
W. T. Barris
National Commissioner of Education
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Wrose
Harris Read
United States
Colleen
Willon Hi. Sinttey
Denver
Col
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Albany
Board of Managers
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Department of Science Instruction
Joseph Carter
Champaten
Lawrence
St. Cloud
Minn
Penn swimmer Shaffer breaks three American records
A. A. C. swimming championships at Buffalo, Wisconsin, saw E Shaffer of the University of Pennsylvania set three American records. He departs for Europe August 1 as many top amateurs in sailing events depart for Newport. July 13 managers of Newport racing suspend further events until October.
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Philadelphia
E. © Shaffer
University of Pennsylvania
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Europe
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Newport Mewearthy
Newport Racing
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Gotober
Heat Keeps State Awake as Thermometer Rises
Records show last night was the hottest yet this season with temperatures around 80 degrees, peaking near 90 in some areas. Citizens report sleepless conditions as southwest winds bring humid air and distant thunder, while officials warn of continued heat and potential storms.
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Weather Bureau
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St. Paul
Minn
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Umdal
Mir Etirring
Kyle's Successor and Local Military Notices
Pierre 8 D July 1 The governor has appointed A B Mitendee US senator to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Aswator Kyrie Alfred S Kittredge native of New Hampshire born March 4 1641 educated at public schools and now entering Yale University he will graduate in June next year to take the vacant seat. General Chreve cables the death of First Lieut Susan F Maskey retired died at Mana due to dysentery July 12 Maskey was an employee of the quartermaster's department in charge of burial matters and was a trusted instrument in arranging services and remains for the dead.
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War Department
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