Dispute Over Ratio Spurs Silver and Gold War of Words
A heated Till ois club debate centered on silver coinage and the gold standard. Speakers clashed over production trends since 1874, monetary measures, and government role, with arguments on primary and representative money, free silver coinage, and per capita money in circulation. The discussion paused with plans to resume Thursday.
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Weather shifts as heat returns to Kansas region
A historical weather bulletin notes a brief cool spell ending soon as temperatures rise in the Midwest. Rainfall was reported across Kansas with Dodge City recording notable totals. observers forecast hotter conditions by tomorrow afternoon across the area.
Not That Frank Rodgers Denial From Van Valkenberg
W M Van Valkenberg disputes that the man who died by his own hand last Saturday is Frank Rodgers of Greenville Louisiana. He says Rev Mr File misidentified the deceased, noting Rodgers is taller with a different mustache. He recalls teaching Rodgers telegraphy and securing him a job as an operator, now Taylorsville city clerk, and a recent letter from him.
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Taylorsville, Il
Tauber to Remain at Olathe in State Service
Olathe dispatch notes Geo Tauber will stay on at the deaf and dumb asylum, praised as a valuable state employee amid reported incompetence in the new steward position. Santa Fe personals cover staff movements, track use plans, flood recovery, and a funeral train from California.
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Curious Funeral Rite of Greek Archbishop Carried in Chair
The death of the Greek archbishop of Corfu led to a sitting in state funeral. The body was dressed in episcopal robes and placed in a golden arm chair in the cathedral with a miter and gospel. A ceremonial procession, gun salutes, and opera music followed to the cemetery.
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Microbes of Alcoholism Discussed by Doctor
A Hartford area retreat advocate argues alcoholism is contagious like measles or typhoid fever and suggests drunks should be confined for public safety. The writer remains skeptical but notes experiments hint at a microbe bred by alcoholic drink and a possible new fact for medicine.
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Bureau of Contagious Diseases
Hartford
Conn
Assaulter Divers Narrowly Escapes Mob in Mexico Mo
Report from Jeffieson Missouri dated July 24 states Divers, the man who murdered Mrs. J W Cain in Fulton, was landed in jail in Mexico after a mob beating. Authorities say Divers is guilty and would be lynched if brought to Fulton for trial. Also notes a July 26 millinery auction at 727 Kansas Avenue. The rest includes unrelated humorous quips and dialogue.
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Fulton
Mexico
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English Nobles Marry American Women, Notes and Rumor
A brief dialogue notes many English noblemen marrying American women while contrasting with marrying only wealthy brides. An unrelated item mentions Nesslinge Colgate planning to ship $100,000 to Europe aboard the steamer Fuerst Bismarck, reported from New York on July 24.
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Pity in the Sultan Amnesty for Armenian prisoners and Macedonian unrest
An imperial amnesty frees many Armenian political prisoners in Constantinople as European powers fear disruption of peace. Reports from Vienna and London indicate a growing entente among Vienna Berlin Rome and London over Macedonia, with Austria seeking to block insurgents from controlling the railway toward Silonioa and to mobilize reserves along the empire s seaboard amid escalating hostilities.
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Bicycle Crazy Lena Fylaeger Insane Over Wheels
A Lincoln asylum patient, Lena Fylaeger, 19, exhibited violent enthusiasm for bicycle racing after a Plattsmouth event where Lou Thomas, 16, placed in nine races. Sheriff Eikenbar brought her to the asylum as authorities noted her delusions and elated chatter about imaginary cyclists.
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Indiana Man Named U S Penitentiary Warden French
Attorney General Harmon announced in Cincinnati that Indiana man James W. French will be appointed warden of the United States penitentiary at Fort Leavenworth. French, a former five year warden of Michigan City prison, is described as efficient and progressive, with aims to reform and modernize the nation’s penal system.
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Santa Fe Baseball At Fair Grounds Saturday
Santa Fe offices Young Men will play Foley's Followers against Roberts Bats at the fair grounds Saturday afternoon at 2:30 pm. The Followers aim to challenge the Rats who have not lost a game this season. no admission charged. financial concerns threaten end of season. Batteries: Followers Foley and Case. Rats Davis and Brunner. More notes from Holms' House.
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A SHOCKING DEATH OF YOUNG CHARLES HANCOCK
Charles Hancock an eleven year old boy was kicked by a horse in front of Henry and Co hardware store on Kansas Avenue North Popske near Shawnee county. He died within ten minutes after being thrown onto the street near the car tracks. Witnesses say the horse struck him with both feet and crushed his ribs. He was the son of James Hancock a local farmer who had brought the boy to town this morning in a farm wagon. The body was taken to his uncle Bart Floods home in Holmaddy.
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Wheat and cattle markets rise on light receipts in Topeka
July market report shows wheat futures climbing from opening highs to around 69 cents, with September activity and light Chicago receipts. Corn and oats follow wheat, hogs and lard mixed on live hog markets, and Kansas City cattle receipts steady to weak with Texas and Colorado offerings. Detailed price ranges and regional receipts noted.
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Market notes on wheat and grain amid rising prices
The report highlights light winter wheat receipts at major points and renewed speculative interest. It notes upward price moves in wheat, firmer futures, steady corn, and slow to steady oats, with global trade data from Liverpool and Buenos Aires and mentions South Dakota yields and large weekly shipments.
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