Leavenworth Man Alleges Wrongful Train Expulsion
In Morris County Kansas a Leavenworth cracker merchant sues the Santa Fe Railway for 310,000 claiming a thousand mile book contract and safe transport were violated. He alleges the June 11 incident on a Santa Fe passenger train led to forcible expulsion, public humiliation, and loss of business valued at 500 dollars, with attorneys Fenton and Fenton for the defense.
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Leavenworth
A. Rolls
Moise
Baw Feguin & Wal
Atehiaegh Typeke & Santa Fe Railway
Aled
Ant
bs @ railway corepany
Kensis
Indian Territory
Myris County
Kanfox
Terond Diamond Springs
Nlabneltt
Tranaperta Ign
Anil
Arcitat
Chamond
Ienally
Forestay
Akelnet
Fenton
Deadly Dog Attack at Depot Sparks Panic
A dog with hydrophobia attacked at a depot causing chaos as passengers fled. A bystander fired at the animal, killing it, while bystanders and workers reacted with fear and screams in a crowded waiting area. The incident ended with authorities handling the aftermath.
Reno County Salt Production and Capacity Report
The Reno County salt works employed 357 hands and paid $259,855 in wages to run engines and furnaces for brine pumping and salt production. About 88,160 tons of brine were refined worth $203,425, and marine salt output reached six barrels per day with capital invested around $... The facility boasted a capacity of 1,006 barrels daily.
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Sik Ob Barreta
Bodo
Laterer
Crummitt Held In Missouri Jail After Fall Leaf Arrest
Rev. Crummitt, known as the Hoy Preacher, was captured in Leavenworth Missouri on July 22 and jailed on charges of destardy. He remained in the county jail while friends posted bond for three Fall Leaf farmers. Sheriff Reese Cadsatlader of Tokentsie reported Crummitt was working on a further view when arrested Sunday in Mt. Police.
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Leavenworth
Pen
Crimoid
Cole Sun
Reese Cadsatlader
Tokentsie Feared & Fine Heys Po Tip Crummitt
Dinl Hi
Mt Plice
Monster Rattle Snake Kills One in Fort Scott Barn
A Fort Scott farmer, Sanders, encountered a large timber rattler in his barn while feeding horses. The snake bit him and he killed it. The creature measured about four and a half inches thick at the widest point with fangs about three and four tenths inches long. The event was witnessed in the city and described in local notes.
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Fort Scott
Fe Scott
SM. Sanders
Matt Harti
Atul
Oleyus
Daniel Weberer
Kore
Clee Baet
Tela Clay
Jominthlig
Rome
Ugrieno
Louie
Galveston Firm Purchases 400 Cars at Wichita
A fragmented report notes a Galveston expert company purchasing 400 cars of corn in Wichita for a stated price, reflecting freight rate changes. The piece links the deal to a historical cut influenced by the Frisco road, with unclear dates and figures.
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Galveston
Wichita
Sedwick
Sedgwick County Farmers Benefit From Large Grain Shipment
Junction City reports a major grain shipment benefiting Sedgwick County farmers, yielding 36 000 in four days as the first big load continues to move. In a separate case, a baby found in Smoky Hill is linked to Lillis Mallory of Eckridire, who claims the child’s father is Louis Tillman. she reportedly intended to harm the infant but allegedly disposed of it near the river.
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Sedgwick
Lillis Mallory
Junction City
Smitey Hill
Lilite Malkors
Euler
EckrMice
Louis Tillman
Ewkridire
Vid Canning Factory
Laura Nation Drowns in Doniphan County River Tragedy
Atchison July 2 James Nation and Harry Hick searched the Big Muddy for the missing Laura Nation the year old daughter of Nation after tracks were found on the river bank near Biwood and a small Doniphan county town The search confirms the child likely drowned last Thursday afternoon in the river near St Joe.
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Doniphan
Atchison
James Nation
Harry Hick
Laura
Nation
Biwood
Doniphan County
Pews St Joe
Uae Ake
Man killed by 24 pound pulley at Engle mill
July 2 Independence report details W P Bowen struck on the head by a 24 pound pulley from a third story during repairs. Severe skull fractures and gauging noted, Bowen not yet confirmed to recover. Other items include horse arrivals in Atchison, track activity, and a bizarre case of an underground stream creature.
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W. P. Bowen
Engle
W. P
Bowen
Atchison
Atchison Tace
Buffalo Jones Scheme planned procession drive team
A political plan proposes Buffalo Jones of Oklahoma head a large procession with a team of buffaloes to mobilize the Populist campaign. Jerry Simpson of Kansas would drive the team, while a platform features sixteen silver petals symbolizing the campaign motto. A dispatch from Zaman notes a treaty issue between China and Japan affecting tariffs and trade. Maine Democrats hold a stormy meeting amid debates over ticket support and gold versus silver. The Burlington Route advertises fastest through service from Missouri River cities to the West with sleeper and chair car options.
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Jerry Simpson
BL Louis
Bustain Jones
Oklahoma
Bryan Grout
Jerry Blopson
Kansas
Colorado
Montana
Biack Hills
Ee Sound
Pacific Coast
Burlington
Missouri River Cities
Wiest
Union Tennes
Kansas City
Bilittis
Mont
Trea Reeltz— Ing
Billings
Lincoln
Neb
Bilenes
Norther Pacific
Trans-Confinental
Puget Sound
Denver
Rio Grande
Overland Race To Start From Frisco Aug 24 Arrangements Made
A. R. Grant leads preparations for a cross country bicycle relay from San Francisco on August 24, aiming to reach the East Coast in thirteen days. Relays run 10 to 15 miles in parts, with night riding through snow sheds and staged handoffs from Presidio to San Francisco and Sacramento to Truckee. The route traverses Nevada, Wyoming, Indiana, Ohio, and Pennsylvania, concluding with a sprint into Chicago.
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A. R. Grant
Mississippi River
Jeneth
Rjilay
San Francisco
Presifiic
San Prascizeo
Devany
Sacramento
J. FR. Lillie
Truckee
Salt Lake
Coofers Vast Mile Beats Sanger in Two Fastest Times
Toronto reporters document a roaring Island track event where Tom Cooper and Walter Sanger raced from a tying start. Cooper won in 1:55:48 and 1:68:6, setting a Canadian record and delivering two of the continent’s fastest heats. The crowd of about 2,000 roared as the rivals remained within a wheel's length.
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Sanger
Toronto
Island
Tom Cooper
Walter Sanger
Cooper
Lucten Baker's Plans to Speak in Campaign Route
Senator Baker, before leaving the city, said he will stump for the state committee once organized and will make speeches as convenient. He will speak at the opera house in Russell Kansas on August 1, and will campaign across the region under party direction.
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Tmelen Baker
State Central Committee
Baker
Opera
Russell
Kan
Gold Democrats Seek Gold Ticket in National Convention
Chicago July 22. Democrats discuss a possible new national convention with a gold ticket. Leaders from ten states including Indiana Ohio Michigan Kentucky Wisconsin Missouri Iowa Nebraska Minnesota will attend a conference at the Auditorium to decide if another convention is needed and who will support the gold money ticket.
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Chicago
Renee Sent Triois
Indiana
Chile
Michigan
Kentucky
Wisconsin
Missouri
Iowa
Nebraska
Minnesota
John M. Palmer
C. A. Ewing
H. 5. Robbins
James C. Broadhead
W. F. Lehman
St. Louis
J. 5. Richardson
Vollmer
Davenport
Jaws
Daniel W. Lawler
Euclid Martin
F. W. Vaughn
W. BD
Bynant
John P. Prenzee
Inerie
Ume
Ewing
Thomas M. Waller
Connecticu
John Hewitt Warner
New York
Compromise favored by Populist delegates at convention
The St Louis July 22 report notes a rapid shift in Populist delegates toward nominating Gryan with a running mate for vice president. Opinions suggest this compromise could resolve the stalemate, with expectations the convention may adopt the plan if current momentum continues. No certainty about further changes in 26 hours.
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St. Louis
Gryan
Texans Tangled Up At Convention Hall
July 22 Texas Pope 1st delegation met in Convention hall before the convention began to reconcile differences. The meeting produced no results. General J E Weaver urged excluding all others to agree on a plan of action. The initial suggestion was favorably received then deemed impracticable.
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St Louis
Texas Pope
J. E. Weaver
Silver convention names committee to confer with Populists
In St Louis on July 22 the silver convention appointed a committee to confer with the Populists. Members include George W. Baker of California Jnifige W. Scott of Nebraska W. T. Foster of Missouri Wm. P. St. John of New York S. F. Keith of North Carolina.
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St Louis
Silver Conventon
George W. Baker
California
Anatrmani Jifige W. Scott
Nebraska
W. T. Foster
Misaguri
Wra. P
St. John
New York
F. Keith
North Carolina
Bonds in Topeka Loom as Bridge Financing Status Unclear
Contractors Keepers ready to be in Topeka Friday as bond sale fate hangs on an official ballot. The syndicate's attorney has passed the bonds and awaits the ballot copy. Mr. Speer expects a decision today on bond uptake or rejection, with court rulings on bond validity guiding the outcome. HL G Larimer plans to travel from Ripon to Topeka Friday if needed, else return to Detroit.
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Topeka
Speer
Lkely
HL. G. Larimer
Ripon
Wis
Tapeke
Detroit
Princess Maude Weds Prince Charles of Denmark
Benton July 12 Princess Maude and Prince Charles of Denmark married at noon The bridal party included eight bridesmaids led by Princess Victoria of Wales The gowns were white satin with silver embroidery and hair adornments The bridesmaids carried red geranium bouquets Danish colors themed decorations noted
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Maude
Prince Charles
Denmark
Prince of Wales
Princess Victoria of Wales
Victoria
Schleswig-Holstein
Inglebord
Thra
Margaret
Princess Patricia of
Conmancht
Æce of Albany
Lady “Alexandria
M'Kinley In Cleveland Centennial Day Parade
Cleveland July 25 centennial celebration opened with cannon, bells, and whistles. All stores closed as citizens joined in commemorations. Col John J Platt led a centennial ode followed by speeches from Governors CoMn of Connecticut and Bushnell of Ohio, plus ex Governor William Buckinsey. A 2:30 pm grand parade of uniformed civic organizations was reviewed by many visitors.
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Cleveland
John J. Platt
O. Vincent CoMn
Asa Bushnell
Ohl
William Buckinsey
Weather shifts as showers threaten amid record heat
Rainfall of about 0.17 inch did not curb today's heat as a 2 PM reading reached 92 degrees, with a variable wind and cooler promises ahead. Forecast calls for fair conditions today, cooler eastern night, and widespread warmth in New Mexico, Colorado, and Texas with light showers possible along rail lines.
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Jenalignasa
Weather Bureau
Rock Island
Santa Fe
Emporia
Elmdale
Minneapi
Hock Island
Phillipsburg
McFarland
New Mexico
Colorado
Texas
Topeka Blues Open Home Schedule Tomorrow
The Topeka baseball team returns from Junction City after two losses in three, and will host Emporia's team at Athletic Park tomorrow for a three game series. Switzer likely to pitch. if unavailable, Clark takes the mound.
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Topeka
Imperials
Switzer
Junction City
Redmond
Imeerials
Ssitser
Redman and Hall
Wingert and Hebesmat
Topeka Blues
Bell
Emporia
Deam
Athletic Park
Sentence Commutation for John Burrill in Cowley County
Governor Merrill commuted John Burrill’s sentence from seven years to two years seven months for obtaining money under false pretenses. Burrill was moved from the state penitentiary to Hutchinson reformatory and will be released August 1. Also notes a Free Silver campaign plan and a local laundry advert offering free button sewing.
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Merrill
John Burrill
Cowley County
Burrill
Hutchinson
Morrill Resubmission In Kentucky Convention
Morrill resubmission fight at Port Sontt centered on prohibition. Reverend A. E. Keptord led Morrill delegates pushing resubmission. committee defeated the resolutions but Senator Gates spoke in favor. Bourbon county backed W. W. Martin for lieutenant governor, delegates chosen by Morrill party reported as favorable to Merrit.
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Port Sontt
Biter Brant
Beatt
Eturch
Guvernor Fill
Tan
A. E. Keptord
Morrill
Gates
Ats
W. W. Martin
Bourbon County
J. L. Bristow
Andersim
Rowrhor
Moreh
Ingalis Wired as County Races Stir Seattle Telegrams
Ellsworth Ingalis wired from Atchison to join J trutalia for ator as county races unfold. Fort Scott telegrams report a Republican convention effort to influence a dominee for Ingalle, with a 47 to 42 vote. In town today are mentions of Monte wary and varied party strength, with Republicans and Democrats both losing and gaining support.
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Atchizon
Ellsworth Inn
Park
County Ia
Ingerman
Itingainan
Scott
Maby Republivane
Mrs Lease to Move to Kansas City Residence
Fragmented report outlines Mrs Lease planning residence in Kansas City with husband and mother, citing involvement with Evans society and state organizers. Mentions poker, gambling incidents, a church visit, and a Clark County equalization hearing.
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