Institutions Should Be Divorced From Spoils, Report Finds
A legislative inquiry into Topeka and Osawatomie state hospitals delivered to Governor Bailey recommends divorcing asylum management from politics, boosting attendants and pay, and expanding facilities after detailing cases of cruelty and systemic care flaws. The report cites 13 extreme cruelty cases and calls for stronger supervision, better staffing, and improved mortality rates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pettice
Wiitewaad
Bailey
Htele
Kansas
State Board of Trustees
Ender House
Topeka Ani Nemwaterie
Suganine Pertalaine
Balsa
Welther
Mate Board of Charities
Trenton
Peterson
Nell
Qintritt
Shawnee County
Sweh Coe
Thie Hospital
Tapeke
Allants
Crurlis
Br Paes
Feourt
Q. Hart
Ure
Andy
Kent
Dusds
Osawatomie
Gramatomie
Osuwato
Topeka
Een
Wrleck
Cayty
Uberty
Erick
Gedera
Onterwatennde
Totel
Unis Hospital
Pacientes
Wolles
Kansas Hospital Wage Scale and Staffing Reform Proposal
A 19th century panel recommends fixed annual salaries for Kansas ward supervisors at six hundred dollars and attendants’ pay from twenty five to forty dollars monthly based on efficiency. The proposal calls for a morgue, mandatory post mortem cause-and-effect reports by superintendents and physicians, written statements on deaths, and a tempersome overhaul placing hiring power with hospital boards and limiting trustees in selecting staff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas
Cenwatonie Hospital
Johnson
Pawers
Aryay
Bin
Anc
Trustees of Charities and Corrections
Nuier
Eld
Rvine
Bristol Appointed General Superintendent of Colorado Division
The circular issued today announces the appointment of Eudemar to FT Dolan who resigned as superintendent of the Colorado Division of Santa Fe to become general superintendent of the Colorado Southern railroad. C. I. Bristol named to Colorado division post, previously train dispatcher at Huta. Headquarters will be Purble, Cole. Appointment effective immediately.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eudemar
FT Dolan
Ie Colorado
Santa Fe
Hutea
Mrtetel
Cole
Teachers Married in School Terms a Fresh Debate
A Kansas idea on teachers marrying during terms circulates from a St. Louis Globe-Democrat column. The piece mocks school board contracts banning marriage, noting courting remains secretive and suggesting teachers might seek temporary retirements or hidden relations to avoid penalties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Collier
Topeka
Man
Jim
St. Lewis Globe-Demotrati
Kates
Suse
Chook
Sristine
Seeland
Finished the Job Inquest Reveals Concussion Influence
New York July 28 reports on the inquest into the death of Rev. W. W. Noble after a bicycle accident. Evidence suggests concussion effects can trigger suggestive actions, such as finding a revolver and the impulse to shoot. Medical witnesses note such impulses may be involuntary following brain injury.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Lomdon
the Herald
W. W. Noble
Labor Victory At Pittsburg Conference Signed Mine Union Pact
W P Robinson reports a major labor victory in which miners in Kansas Missouri Arkansas Texas Indian Territory and Oklahoma counties join a union contract. The agreement binds operators to the union check off system guarantees wage advances of seven cents per ton and eighteen cents per day with an eight hour shift and an interstate scale. The pact is expected to affect about a thousand miners and was praised as a milestone for peaceful unionization efforts in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. P. Robinson
Pittsburg
Kasinas
Indian Territory
Texan
Alkamemd
Missouri
Jon bin
Union Mines
Bir
Robinson
Haen
Tlners
Thairatd
Bow Union Rhan
Bow Union Rhan. Tat Mbstourt Between Hb
Arkaras
Une Atate Jidbor
Pittstars
Mit Ik
Bix
United Mines Workers of
Amperten
Ieales Conallera
Worthwestern
Kansas
Arkanaas
Texas
Operators Association
Fe P Puan
Ee Interstate
Social Kansas
A. B. Kirkwood
Charles 2
Servne
Indien ‘Territors
J. C. Reid
Funeral and accident provisions in mine rulebook
The text outlines death and funeral leave for miners and staff, detailing paid time off for attendance, optional absences, and required contributions from members to a deceased’s family. It specifies no-idle-mining policy except for funerals, and sets doctor and emergency provisions plus transport for the injured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nenett
Construction Starts On Katumi Avenue Rail Line
Superintendent C Te Coltina will begin laying new track on Katumi avenue for the Topeka Railway. Due to labor shortages, timing is uncertain. rails and material are on hand and workers will unload Monday morning. Old rails will be removed and new five pound rails used. A street car line survey will locate the Kangen river route.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. Te Coltina
Topeka Railway Company
Katumi Avenue
Santa Fe Taipad
Kanes Avenue
Bernes
Clemre
Lyme
Mittin
Carrie
Kangen
Boutdines
Kansas Heat Wave Strikes As Temperatures Hit 96
The Kansas region reports warm dry weather with highs reaching 96 in Fort Scott and Marion, while Topeka and other stations record near record temperatures. The corn and wheat region bulletin notes a shift to partly cloudy skies with slight showers in most districts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Topeka
Fort Scott McPhermin
Marhdtton
Kansas
Corn and Wheat Region
Kansas City
Des Moines
Baker
Concordia
Dodge City
Hays
Macksville
Mankallad
Japanese stand on Manchurian question reported
A dispatch from Victoria 7 C July 2 notes the Japanese press maintains a resolute stand on Manchuria. It argues warnings to Chinese figures are past and settlement must come from frank talks with Russia, with possible war or peace, while Russia shows indifference and Japan rushes to secure timber concessions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Victoria
Adviers
Orient
Matehuria
China
Russia
Seoul
Coronn
Yala
Ceres
Rest advised as Newport life drains health of debutantes
New York reports strenu ous life at Newport strains the health of young women. Parents halt their daughters plans as they attend tennis at the Casino and social events. Several debutantes are advised by physicians to rest. Temperatures in major cities are listed with forecasts for Chicago and Kansas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Newport
Brignt
Hot Pursuit of the Convicts Escaped From Folsom Prison
An active chase continues as authorities pursue two inmates who escaped from Folsom Prison. Law enforcement units report sightings near rural areas and urge the public to avoid contact and report any information promptly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Folsom Prison
Desperate California Prison Break Fugitives Fight En Route
In San Francisco reports sheriffs and posses pursue the Folsom convicts toward Coloma. A clash near Pilot Hill leaves Red Howard dead and another convict wounded. John Allison and another also killed. Guards and civilians, including Prison Captain Seavey and others, are evacuated by shrush boat. The posse closes in, with about 100 shots exchanged as the band splits, some captured. others flee toward Lotus under rough terrain and civilian armed support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Folsom
Coloma
Pilot Him
Placerville
Bostwick
Pilot Hill
el Dorado Counes
Red Howard
Leavis
Piacerville
Prion
John Allison
Pesse
Milla
Thorughty
Hana
Sturnert Uermard Schiottman
Jon Baater
Jc, McDonoush
Go B. Jeter
Wo Dole
W. J. Hopton
Thomas J. Seavey
Biel
Diet
John Klendorft
Filet
Woods
Eldridge
Gordon
Mormon Island
Plot Hill
Seavey Wence
Ichlottman
Pasures
Hopton
Greenwood
Jackson
Lé Tasselie
Johnson
Plot Hil
Plaverville
Andes Mae
CA. Swiwier
Lotus
Pitot
Cacapen
PJ Cochrane
Cape Tain
Amoe
Not alarming stock note notes strong growth and color
Investors were told the company shows steady growth and retains strong color in its product lineup. The briefing highlights solid earnings momentum and favorable market reception, with management signaling continued expansion and resilience against near term headwinds.
Rain Need Sparks Tasseling In Many Counties
The weekly climate and crop report notes a warm week with above normal temperatures, dry conditions, and scattered showers. Corn remains in good condition with strong growth in most areas, while potatoes and apples show variable progress and some crops suffer from heat and pests. rain is needed to sustain yields across numerous counties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jentings
Weather Bureau
Allen
Leavenworth
Bread Riot in Newark Sparks Citywide Turmoil
In Newark New Jersey a bread riot erupted after Hebrew bakers demanded a Saturday holiday causing unleavened bread shortages. Two Hebrews traveled to New York returning with wagonloads of bread sparking a crowd clash as looters attacked the wagons and fights broke out among shoppers. Police intervened to restore order.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Newark
N. J
Neversl
Also Mentioned on This Page
Asylum Investigation Committee
Bristol
Colorado
Geonge Celie
George Manuel
Hubert Gilmour
Kansas Avenue
The
Press of Japan
Chicago
St Boston
Philadelphia
Washington
Chiemen
Minneapolis
Cincinnati
Chica
HOT Pursuit
Outlaws
Latvia
Kan.ouly
Flus Ffolt
Bneider
Chia
Lincolns
Nelwenden
Fe Oo
Montgomery
Tate
Pottawatomie
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!