Hutchinson Man Conducts Silk Raising Experiment
Hutchinson observer reports a local farmer, Macklin of 40 Third Street, conducting a silk worm rearing trial from government eggs. He tested mulberry leaf feeding, noting rapid growth, cocoon size, and eventual moth emergence with initial production around 2.06? per day from about 90 cocoons.
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Hutchinson
Mackin
Third Street
Macklin
Washington
Beens
Berry
Shia
Marklin
Sears
Berkculture
Big Business for Wichita Grain Trade Grows
Wichita traders report a boom in wheat handling with daily volumes near eight bushels per firm as major Minneapolis mills seek local grain. Daniel Heenan of Co ic Grain Co says thirty firms move large quantities daily while banks funnel money through the city, signaling rising activity.
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Wichita
Rity
Daniel Heenan
Ic Grain Company
Slovene
Stevent-Scott Grain Company
Keading
Dr Miles Heart Cure Advertised In Denver
Years re Heart Trouble claims relief with Miles Heart Cure. An elderly man recounts using the remedy since a prior illness and credits improved health to the tonic. The notice cites the Denver City Utah area as the locality of publication and asserts long term use led to benefits.
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Miles
Plaeiers
Denver
City
Utah
Kansas Wheat Trade Hit By High Water Delays
Grain dealers in Kansas City report that 0 million bushels of state herd wheat from Kansas elevators were stalled by high water for a time. Under normal conditions trade would expand, but the temporary mishap disrupted commercial channels and hindered the flow of grain to the West.
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Kansas
Kansas City
Pittsburg Reunion At Camp Sheridan Marks Muldiers Annual Gathering
Pittsburg hosts the fifth annual reunion of the Pittsburg Reunion Association at Camp Sheridan. Kansas G A R commander Cole A. Wiley Stuth of McPherson is greeted during a reception with several addresses. Old Sailors’ Day features speakers including Charles Curtis and Calderhead with Chester Long and Governor Batley set for Friday.
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Pittsburg
Uy m
Muldiers
Camp Sheridan
G. A. H of
Kansas
Cole A. We. Stutth
McPherson
P.P. Campropatay
Dremel
Ybady Lawrence
En Tanmilton
Toe
Wthery
Kensie Lamowel
Ana
Congress
Charles Curtis
Cadgrevets Calderhead
Chester
Long
Governor Batley
Gift From Pope Leo XIII Mentioned In Saline Visit
Mrs Emerson Clark of Saline is credited with receiving a significant mementos collection during a 19th century visit by Pope Leo XIII. The article notes Clark and companions were presented with souvenir spoons and a royal purple badge as tokens from the papal audience, with the late President Cornelius Fraser referenced amid the pageant.
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Emerson Clark
Saline
Bouvenira
North Tenth
Sient
Cornol
Fraser
Clark
Che
Interurban Electric Line Plan Aims at Independence Towns
An Indianapolis proposal seeks to connect Bangas towns via an electric rail through Independence with contracts granted at Cheeryvale and Cottayville. The plan envisions lines reaching Neodesha Chanute Iola and ultimately Kansas City, with Andersens as lead operator and a 12‑month operation goal.
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Indianapolis
Indendeenne Kas
Independence
Cheeryvale
Cottayville
Tomery County
Chanute
Iola
Kansas City
Com.peur
Andersens
Elec
Tric Fisien
Cies
Cadiasa
Wnd
Chile
Iare
Death of a Young Girl by Suicide Affects City
A young girl died instantly from a self inflicted gunshot wound entering the head near the temple. She left a note citing personal matters of private interest. She was the daughter of E L Westfall, a master car builder in the city, who came here from the Kansas City area about two years ago.
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el, Westfall
Death of Daniel Black Pioneer Citizen of Mitchell
Daniel Black, aged elder, longtime Mitchell resident, died in Tishomingo county on Monday from apoplexy while traveling with his wife to Beloit. A respected pioneer, he helped settle the area in the early seventies and leaves a grieving family and a community that honors his memory.
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Mitchell Black
Tishore
Black
Beloit
Fort
Binek
Fort Leavenworth approves new barracks construction plan
Major D K McCarthy gains authority to begin BulaiNkY project at Fort Leavenworth. Contracts set for August 1 bids and September 1 award. Plans include two captains quarters, stables, storehouses, pontoon road, and several barracks for the signal corps. Estimated cost around a million dollars. In Dodge City, two prisoners escape from the county jail after the window is smashed. guards blame nearby mischief and report ongoing investigation.
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Fort Leavenworth
Kes
D. K. McCarthy
Washington
Signal Corps
Fragmented Medical Brief on Chronic Ulcer Symptoms
A damaged note reports persistent ulcers and skin conditions including blackheads and fatigue. The text references discomfort and potential treatments but is garbled, lacking clear patient identity or medical action.
Corbett Ryan Cornered Jeffries Fight Strategy Revealed
Tommy Ryan to join James J Corbett in Jeffries corner in the upcoming title bout. He advises corbett on Jeffries weak points and how to counter the champions counterpunching. Details describe plans to rattle Jeffries and extend the match, with emphasis on Corbett’s readiness and Ryan’s influence.
Dr Pierce Favorite Prescription Promoted For Female Weakness
Fragmented ad copy extols Dr Pierce Favorite Prescription as a remedy for weak women. It cites private use and secrecy, claiming it cures inflammation ulcers and strengthens health. The text resembles an old patent medicine promotion with testimonials and emphasized confidentiality.
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Ule
Dr. Pierce
Fragmentary sports debate hints at Bonafide fighting term
A partial excerpt shows a debate over a tactic or rule involving Corbatt and Graney. It mentions bonafide fighting and influence over the serpents, but the context is unclear and many phrases are garbled.
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Graney
Laney
Corbatt
Peace in Organized Baseball Looms for Alb Boston
In a chaotic scene the national and minor leagues seek a settlement as talks in Chicago falter. California delegates press for peace while Lucas leads a failed effort to unite the leagues. Salaries remain high and minor league players suffer as backers lose large sums amid ongoing power struggles and reorganizations.
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Alb
Boston
Gulliver 5
Morely
Farrell
California
Lucas
Dugdale
Chicago
Zucas
San Francisco
Los Angeles
Longwood Tourney doubles champions crowned Ward and Ware
Ward and Ware upset Holt and Merrill in the final to claim the Eastern doubles championship at Longwood. Larned and Ward both advanced through tight semi finals, with Larned defeating Wrenn 6-4 6-3 and Ward progressing in singles as Wright retired. Ward and Ware now prepare to meet Western champs Collins Wardner at Newport on August 18 for the national title.
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Ward
Ware
Boston
Lonigwood Cricket Ciit
Larned
Seainst George
Sirenn
Wrenn
Weater
Tata
Helenme Wart
Bens
C. Wright
Giethier
Wednendas
Vlf
Wright
Collins Hn Wardner
Newport
Doherty Brothers
Marn- Lex Ward
Holt and
Merrill
McChesney Protesting Over Saratoga Entry
New York July 2 There is trouble for McChesney as his Saratoga stakes entry may be protested on grounds of non qualification under Jockey Club rules. Joyner trainer of Water Hoy is named in the protest with alleged motives tied to a prior run in with McChesney and rival figures.
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Joyner
Smathers
New York
McChesney
Saratoga
Brighton Beach
Guinet McChesney
Wan
Jack’ Joyner
Water Hoy
Iman
McChintes
Water Boy
E. & Smithare
Sam Hildreth
Cleveland Trotting Meet Drops Pool Betting Ban
Cleveland notes show a crowded trotting meet without pool selling due to prohibition. Mayor Goff leads a crusade against betting, impacting attendance and race fields, with one mile heats trialed and measured better than the old format. Entries remained large, though crowds were smaller amid the ban.
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Cleveland
Mack
Innise Jefferson
Chis Ditlings
Chicago
Metropolitan turkey club heats at Jamaica in cool weather
Racing at New York details a midsummer event at Jamaica under favorable conditions. Weather was cool and the scene featured a brisk pace as participants moved through the course.
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New York
Turkey Club
Jamaica
Bunter
Racing Summary from a Lower Track Meet
Raine W B Condon set the early pace as Hunter Raine won by two lengths over the favorite Roehimpton who led Condor by three quarters of a length. W R ier pulled up lame and unlikely to race again this year. Hazelwood with Bullian on board captured the Youthful Stakes for three year olds. Om Paul had a poor run and Gannon admitted he could not urge the horse on. In the sixth race Gannon finished last while stewards planned an inquiry into the ride. Demurrer with Redfern up fell at the start but the jockey was uninjured.
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Raine
W. B Condon
Hunter Raine
Roehimpton
Condor
W. Rier
Hazelwood
Bullian
Om Paul
Gannon
Demurrer
Redfern
Western League Change Signals Schedule swap next week
Omaha dispatch notes likely Western League reshuffles with Milwaukee to be dropped and Peoria taking over duties for the rest of the season. Exchange of teams slated for next week, affecting Dofty and Wilson led schedules as Haggin wins at Brighton meeting with heavy wagers.
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Omaha
Milwaukee
Peoria
Dofty
Wilson
Missouri Valley League Action Hurts Pittsburg in Four-Game Set
Pittsburg drops first in a four game series with Fort Scott as both clubs hit well. Fort Scott scores in the sixth and seventh to pull away. In Springfield Kane bests Morton while Joplin beats outfielded runners. In Iola Sedalia outpaces rivals with late runs.
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Pittsburg
Fort Scott
Fivora
Cravens
Woodbury
Chek
Lindley
Redmond
Kansas Fair Hail of State and County Exhibits
A lengthy list catalogues state and county agricultural societies and fairs across Kansas with locations such as Topeka, Ottawa, Garden City, Council Grove, and Chanute. Officials named include J T Bacar, James Clark, Elliott Irving, and many secretaries. events span late August to early September with dates like Sept 1 4 and Sept 30, highlighting the breadth of county fairs and agricultural activities statewide.
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Brown County
Eliott Irving
Hiswatha
Rodison
Fl Dorada
Mrewns Park and Aenasociation
Chatausoni
P.hitney
Eva Spin Seeley
Calley Goiaty Aquicultura
Gee Eons Sewer
Cowley
Tsfal
Wilton
Pisviey
Cousty Agricultural Society
Wakner
Garden Citys Aus
Ptrranklin County Agricultural
Mociatycuey
M. Porter
Ouawa
Franxfort Fair Association
Marshatt
Frankfort
Farnhali
R. Miller
Laryaville
Bradbury, Hoi Beye i
Sheena County
A. Phelps
Morris County Exposition Co
M. ¥. Amrine
Council Grove
Nemaha County
Funt
W. R. Graham
Eee
Neoshd
Falon—H. Loge
Erkret
Caeute Agil Cuttpead Palre Packe Anaving Association
Neosho Bee
Neosho Bee Pipa, Secretary, Chanute: Sent. Renaunts Agricultural
Amceation
Pemiber
Deas HY
Eat
Norton County
Peeate
Lana
Ghimeau
National League Game Recap with Patterson Figure
Patterson lost on a sixth inning double play sequence and two-base hit by Foley, while a double by Feven brought in a run. The Philadelphia and Boston teams clashed, with Criger and Deering noted in field play. Attendance was 150 as the crowd watched the tense matchup unfold.
Reformatory Wheat Harvest Noted as Superb
Hutchinson July 18 The reformatory boys harvested about 100 acres of wheat yielding 2 208 bushels. Average test weight 61 pounds per bushel, among the county's best. The work appears to reflect well on the boys and the reformatory program.
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Reformatory
Hutchinson
Superb Service Splendid Beanery En Route to Niagara
The item describes a travel route and railway system linked to Muskoka Kawartha Lakes St Lawrence River and Rapids. It mentions copies of tourist material and a location in Chicago. Names include Leo W. Vaux and AGP aT A.
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Niagara Pulls
Muskoka
Kawartha Lakes
St. Lawrence River
Rapids
Mounorte
Oars
Ravertial
Aveuer Et
Chicago
Leo. W. Vaux
Night Was Bor Terror Two Weuls Comn Pe Charles A
Night scene reports a violent incident with several injured including Charles A as authorities investigate the causes. Sand Saee Alesana Rie appears among witnesses and officials outlining early details. Further updates awaited from law enforcement.
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Kansas News
Dr. Miles
Pope Leo XIII
Bangas
Daniel Black
Bronk
Doge City
Dodge City
Kat
Pris Cuere
Yoon
Qecar
Meararel
Sporting News
Tommy Bryan
Corbett
Jeff
Tommy Ryan
Tommy
Jim Jeffries
Jeffries
Ryan
Kuhnin
Catnipion
James J
Jim
Corbet
Ryith
San Francis
Jone
Carbete
Jef
Sims Angie
Corbett-Fyan
Jritries
Billy Delaney
Jeffrien
Shawe
Ciatyiae
Mt Ca
Devinny
Delaney
Corbetta
Longwood
McHesney
Lesington Ky
J .Donr
Ae of Trust For Crediters
Arann Art Falnbow
St Julian
Prince of Monaco
Willam
Melbourne
Reneneim
Etnlih
Haggin
York
Brighton
Walter Boy
Charles ‘Elwood
Turquoise Blue
Aturpry
Sydney Paget
A. J. Joyner
Mr. Haggin
Mr. Paget
Jong
Stand Pat
Pirateer
Hawthorne
Glantful
Serer
Atlantico
ATP Perce
Springfield
Kane
Morton
Joovlin
Thevis
Ohimpions Ta Pres
Springfeld
Joplin
Wood
Mort
Stoner
Kinslay
Ros
Sedalia
Jao A
Central Eet Fair Association
Moore
Arcratars
Hatchin
Gange County
W. T. Hrow
Riley County Ancicultural Society
C. Newby
Riley
Nestatian Olimar Galingate Agricultural
Sats
Gulia Apt
Wichita State Sail Association
Sedewick County
St. A
Tomedy
Mattie
Markeve Martineville
Patterson
Atte
Elphia
Wiashdell
Egibain
Criger
St, Louie
Lange
Oly Ational
Cineineiett
Brooklye
Cincinnate
Enaeene Ee
Ame
Ee Atom
Aed Pepe Alor
Taylor
Philadelphia
Save the Bands
Idaho
Opportunities
Oregon Short Line Railroad Co
D. E. Burley
D. S. Spencer
Salt Lake City
DeMoss
LM Parwenn
Demoss & Penwell
Quincy St
Topeka
Southern Railway
South
WM. Flannelly
T. Poa
Riimas Drewisa
Treug
Nanton
Ing Cara
Missouri
Kansas Tels Co
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