Social event at Miss Marie Norton's West Eighth street home
A large reception hosted by Miss Marie Norton honored her brother and sister Mr and Mrs John H Norton. Guests enjoyed cool rooms with electric fans and red white and blue decor. The Apollo mandolin club played in the front hall while Mrs Norton and others wore fashionable gowns. Nearly 200 guests attended, with a later bicycle party hosted by Mr and Mrs S Sutton for Miss Simmons and Miss Althea Simmons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marie Norton
West Eighth Street
John H. Norton
Emily King
Hila Hinckley
Miaw
Dorr Norton
Miss Mayo
Aliys Hinckley
Miss King
Newton Elopers Caught In St Louis Alleged Marriage Plot
Newton Kun July 13 The mystery attached to the Newton couple who were arrested in St Louis last Saturday is explained. The pair admitted they were from Newton and gave names that proved fictitious. It appears AWS Perry and Berlin Wright, both from Newton, eloped recently, traveling to Kansas City then St Louis where authorities detained them. Perry, a married man, had worked as a night clerk in the Newton hotel. The Wright girl was a hotel waitress and Perry’s wife still lives in Newton.
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Newton, Kun
Newton Eptiple
St. Louis
St. Louie
John Mier
Susannah Diener
Perry
Berlin Wright
Kansas City
Bnd
Newton Hole
Wright
Aed
Senator Baker Speaks On Peace Outlook And Island Proposals
In Leavenworth Kansas the senator discusses the peace outlook and U S claims on colonial possessions. He mentions settlements in Cuba and Porto Rico and references actions in the Philippines and Caroline Islands. The remarks imply a cautious approach to phased assets and defense.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leavenworth
Kan
Saiy
Baker
Viking
United Staten
Cuba
Porto Feo
Philippines
Carolines
Hare Islands
Hoe Strike Continues At Grand Street Factory
New York July 3 A major stir remains as BR Hoe Co printers at 54 Grand Street and their 600 striking workers fail to reach a settlement. The company employs about 3 500 men and women, with more than 10 apprentices on strike, while police keep watch on the sidewalk near the former plant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weither
Bon
New York
BR. Hoe & Co
Grand Street
Mynis
Fem
Handling Glanders Case Across Harvey County
Assistant Attorney General George Bnel Sing argues authorities should not destroy horses showing glanders. The board may condemn animals with glanders but lacks funds to pay. owner cannot use or sell affected horses, leaving them valueless. The case stems from Harvey County and outlines legal constraints and suggested disposal by owner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Bnelsing
Harvey Courity
Must Hold Manila Stirring Speech By Admiral Kimberly
New York July 23 Rear Admiral Kimberly U N retired addressed a Chautauqua assembly at Lakeview South Nine Harm. He traced U S Navy history to civil war noting neglect after rebellion and urged a larger stronger navy with capable officers. He recalled Admiral Dewey and Manila Bay lessons while stressing readiness and men as keys to power.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kimberly
New York
U. N
Chatisuqua Assembly Stounds
Lakeview
South Nine
United States Navy
Admiral Dewey
Dewey
Manila Bay
Island salvation and imperial duty in distant east
The passage argues for seizing the Island to solve a problem of square miles and nine million population. It declares victory in the far east as a path to continued imperialism and civilization, urging no longer to shut off from the world and to grasp the opportunity in Manila. It frames governance and freedom as intertwined with imperial aims and world engagement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Far East
Manila
General Corbin Stricken With Illness
A Washington dispatch reports Adjutant General Corbin is sick after months of constant work on war preparations. He left his desk to rest and plans to return soon. The president and Secretary Alger will likely approve a short recovery period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
The
Tribune
Washington
Cortin
Tekyo
Alger
Weather and crime brief from Newton Kansas
Rain totals near 8 inches noted with cooler air but late heat expected and a chance of more rain tomorrow. Also report of a resident robbed of 470 dollars from an old mattress. suspect Charles Feil was arrested but released for lack of evidence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newton
Kan
Mike Shanehan
Charles Feil
Peinier
Futurity Race Sets Sights on Second Class Two Year Olds
New York July 22 This year s Futurity is cast as a late start for second class two year olds. Several contenders not yet begun may show in the crucial Shelps Read meeting on August 2 at Shelps Read. Officials list a bevy of possible entries including Anagram Ahom Armament and others among a long catalog of names.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Jean Hechaad
Atmyers Kingdom
Shelps
Clundener Club
Joliar Allwtutugo
Bilis Bowling
Buenos Ayres
Boaptiful
Bane For
Cheleis
Arideske Ciser Pie
Calamity Dane
Cukapa
Master Ree Maiowa
Iirie Biles
Aivister
Seer Nanule G. Orivamental
Pogeaus
Pacer Plunkett
Queen's Bade
Robert
Rosa Diaz
Haelander
Husher
Hebus
Ruck Dove
Rossterer
Souchoh
Sir Gattan
Sea’ Storm
Bippyy Watu
Speentmas
Sir Hubert
Sir Garneteddeee Sane
Lady In Blue
Taskmaster
He Kentuckian
Trollbeam
Dulane Kendasa
Econe
Dee Toaster
Misa Reedae Locust Bloor Ally
New Krag Jorgensen rifles head to Porto Rico for volunteers
A Times dispatch from Washington reports 20,000 Krag Jorgensen rifles shipped to Newport News for Porto Rico volunteers. The 30 caliber, smokeless powder arms aim to equip about 2000 troops, completing supply as General Miles’ forces prepare. Rifles come from Springfield, with rifles and ammunition to be increased before any engagement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Times
Washington
Newport News
Porto Rico
Ordnance Bureau
Brooke
Pa Ae
Snake Army
Philippines
Havana
Springfield
Miles
Army
Local Notes and Visits Highlight North Tapera Page
North Tapera notes list errands and travel plans from residents, with mentions of Gemma Mins Minna McCall, Clifford Welch, Mrs Mary Welker, and Miss Mary Petro. Social visits include Mrs Ph ilbin and Mrs John Cromwell in Silver Lake, and Mrs A P Goodhue visiting relatives before moving to Emporia. A police wagon driver illness and a large station crew photo are noted, plus a charity sisters missing in Delta county woods near Maywood after berry picking.
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Gemma Mins
Minna McCall
Hoyt
Clifford Welch
San Bernardino
Cal
Philbin
John Cromwell
Silver Lake
Mary
Welker
Vera
Henry Lodge
Jackson Street
Charlee Lukens
Rochester
Mary Petro
Hutchinson
Mrs. Perkins
Crem Deentur
Willum Gushard
Will Smith
Forbes Bros
Will Bacon
Mabel King
Migs Mabel Foucht
Martin's
Valencia
Mabel Ogan
Lucile
Helen
Enid Garner
Estelle Holman
Naomi Barstow
Franc Short
Lila Wright
Mrs. Barstow
Osf
Escanaba
Mich
Sisters of Charity
Delta County Hospital
Maywood
Larned Beirut Night Clubs Face Trial and Fines
Larned officers raided local joints, proprietors faced Justice Evans but were bound over for continuances. Trials collapsed as joints fled, cash bonds forfeited while operators resume larger scale. Town now touts temperance stance amid crackdowns, with county short on prisoners but ahead financially.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Larned
Taw
Evans
Jointisia
Slso
Senor Ros Clashes Over Santiago Civil Authority
In Santiago de Cuba on July 2 Major General Shafter denies making statements cited by General Garcia and says the dispute with Senor Roa, the civil governor, is minor. Roa claims supremacy over civil administration, cites McKinley’s July 35 paper, and accuses Shafter of interference. Roa fired three employees, replacing them with friends, provoking a temporary flare in American command relations. Roa asserts loyalty to Spanish rule while obeying orders.
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Santiago de Cuba
Shafter
Garcia
Senor Hoa
Santiago
Senor Roa
Hit
Santiego de Cuba
Senor Ros
McKinley
United States
Américas
Jet
Senor
General Shafters
Senor Roe
General Shafter
Thor
Senor Hog
Shaster
Senor Hoe
Sheffer
The Turning Point Cabinet Meeting on Spanish Peace
Washington discusses the cabinet meeting on Spain's peace overture and future US policy. The Philippines future dominates debate with a majority favoring a cooling station while Spain retains parts. The president limits confidences as war board advisers lend strategic input for potential delays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
United States
Philippines
Spain
Group of Islands
White House
War Board
Lane
Mayhen
Secretary Day's Diplomatic Move Toward Manila Peace
In the Philippines and on the Bishway to the orient, Secretary Day outlines a documentary presentation to the cabinet. He aims to persuade the administration to share confidence with the American people and prepare a formal notice to the Spiriah government via M. Camden. The plan hinges on diplomatic courtesy with the French ambassador and may lead to Madrid if handed to M. Carton or a White House meeting with the ambassador. The Spanish posture remains unclear while the Universal Peace Union commends Ambassador Cambon for seeking cessation of hostilities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Day
White House
Spiriah
M. Camden
Americas
M. Carton
United States
Spain
Giake
Universal Peace Union
Cambon
Soldiers Suffer Broken Arm and Sickness At Camp Merritt
Reports from Camp Merritt describe Twentieth Kansas soldier in hospital with a badly broken elbow after a boxing accident. A sergeant was arrested for insubordination but released after promising good conduct. Five soldiers died from camp diseases as sanitation concerns and inexperience of volunteer medical staff drew sharp criticism. The move to the Presidio is delayed amid calls for faster troop relocation. London sources note a British relief ship was stopped by an American cruiser near the Gabral tar coast.
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San Francisco
Rren Peepler
Twentieth Kansas
Kansas
Scott
Tim Oppelosy
Camp Moreiti
Presidio
Iit
Camp Merritt
London
Jely
The
Daily Mall
Bucay
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Edward Dennis
Torepes Fwart
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J. J. Falls
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Charile Barnes
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H. H
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Afr
Victor Martin
Tess
Ada Proscott
Alina Menard
Tenn Sheldon
Estelle Leon
Winifred
Etta Heck
Atlas Josphine McMahan
Gorevin Greenwood
Mins Erol Ruckmaster
Tata Raney
Misa Louise Smith
Ella Harkworth
Mes Conway
Bild Gall Clark
Mies Harrison
Sadie Shull
Bartly Taitt
Stay Black
Misa Katharine Ernich
Miss Hopkins
Edith Stopie
Maud Mahoney
May DeClercia
Calla Witt
Hee Hayes
Ada Smith
Earl Shook
Frank Barkley
Warren Chaney
Earl Graham
Victor Martin Air
Charles Staple
Frank Huneste
Joe Ramer
Ben Bias
Charlie Markey
Gra Hubbard
Lew Wingert
Bert Garvin
Walter Hayes
Harry Bowen
EM Conley
Bella Cunningham
Frank Middleton
Tabert Stout
Marry Martin
Wil Gunther
H. B. Hogeroom
Ner Millice
Chas
Hed
Will Martin
John Bradley
New Mexico
Flossie Pond
Topeka
Ohio
Agnes Granger
Gertrude Willett
Taylor Street
Florita Ward
Manhattan
T. Pringle
Broomfield
Ind
Purman Baker
Clara McCabe
Kurias City
Charlie Stoon
Ethel Haines
Sahetha
Efla Nye
Hiawatha
Misa Anna ‘Crane
D. A. Clements
Chihe East
Abinook
Nassau
Tadays
Lor Ulord-Heresford
Worker Chinook
Rat
Sir J. Blundell Mapie
Nunpler
Wecond
Duke of Westminater
Stevens
Turkey
Daisy Fly Killer
Fies
Woodbury
McCall
the New Model Supply Store
Sixth and
Quincy
Kemper & Paxtons
Newton Elopers
St Louis
Senator Baker
Santa Fe
Garfield Park
Snelling
Gen. Corbin
Mr. Jennings
Tao Fotwin
Norts
Tens
Krag-Jorgensens
North Tapera
Kimball Pus. Co
Hindman & Figg
Kansas Avenue
Kansan
20Th
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