Day of Glory as Senate Swears In New Senators
A crowded gallery watches the oath taking of Franklin D. Roosevelt era style figures including Thomas Pratt of New York and Joseph Foraker of Ohio among fifteen new members. Officials exchange nods as Cleveland and McKinley appear, with cabinet members Olney and Lamont absent. The ceremony moves from the chamber to the Capitol’s east front as the oath of office is administered.
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Thomas Pratt
New York
Joseph
Foraker
Ohio
Sleveland
McKintey
Scaulesenen
Olney
Lamont
Supreme CoUrt Jerstions
Cleveland
Mckinley
Qificthia Tollowr
Mra Mckinley
Ttme
Olive
Campants
Uw Public Gallery
McKinley Starts Inaugural Day With Breakfast at Hotel
Washington March 4 An inaugural day account describes William McKinley and his wife breakfasting privately at the hotel before the day’s ceremonies. Officials and admirers greet the president elect as a procession forms to depart for the Capitol and then the White House, with a guard of cavalry and a crowd cheering along the route.
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Washington
McKintey
Canton
Mikin- Ivy
Alber McKinney
Gome
Mrs. Mckinley
Mckinley
Tewan
Reum
Gell
United
Sipe
Clarence Chaplin
McKinkny
Sherman
Mitchell
Wisconsin
Capitol
Capt
Zimmerman
Teward Ghia
Bellamy Storer
Storer
Sulla Eterens
Ebbitt Hons
Fourteenth Street
Benator Sherman
White House
Abed
Mitchel
Mir
Porter
Senate
Prize and progress at the fair in eighteen ninety three
Fifty years ago observers noted a white world wonder arch and dome overshadowing nations at the fair of eighteen ninety three. Ayer’s Pills won a world prize as the standout exhibit, marking Chicago’s record shows as a beacon since the event began years ago.
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Ayer
Ayer's Pills Win World’s Pair Medal of 1693
The text notes Ayer's Cathartic Pills have long been popular with the public and fulfilled their promises. It highlights world-wide recognition by the World's Pair medal of 1693, underscoring a fifty year record of cures.
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Ayer
Washingtons Principal Thoroughfare Decorated for Presidential Parade
A vivid 19th century account describes Washington Avenue from the Capitol to the Treasury during a grand national parade. Nations’ flags, banners, and bunting line the street as crowds fill grand stands and building facades. Decorations endure from Fifteenth Street to the President’s House, with varied motifs across blocks and a carnival-like atmosphere enveloping government halls.
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Washington
Pennsylvania
Venice
Treasury
Pifteenth Ambet
Scar, War
Naex
St George
Siem
China
Charl
Intimanus
Webster
Wolcore
McKinley
Hobart
Seventeenth Street
Eythe
Glond Sabes
Lenser
Suventh
Oran
Mewlands
Meiktwa
Xin
Tim Zrvae
Shane Abd
Greae Peases
Inauguration Bible Presented by Wilberforce College
The March 4 inauguration Bible presented for McKinley’s oath was a costly blue satin bound volume made for the occasion by Wilberforce College, a colored institution in Ohio. The dedication plate notes its use at the swearing in, reflecting sentiment shared with President Cleveland who chose a different red Bible for his oath.
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Wilberforce College
Washington
McKinley
Ory Arenett
Wilberforce
Buckeye
African Methodist Episcopel Church
America
Cleveland
Cieveland
Wother
United States Supreme Court
Supreme Court
Garfield
McKinley Inauguration Bible Tradition And Public Farewell
New York Journal excerpt describes McKinley’s travel to Washington and the longstanding tradition of the Supreme Court Bible used for presidential oaths. It notes clerk McKinley marking the verse touched by the president and presents Ingalls’ depiction of inauguration week with Canton's farewell atmosphere and ongoing duties for the new term.
Fragmentary Vision of a Leader on the Road to Ambition
A fragmented observation notes a leader moving along the road to ambition with ideals like hope joy conscience zeal and courage visible in his expression. The tone suggests a buoyant forward gaze amid uncertain times.
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Met
Kansans in Washington Witness Inauguration Event
A large group of prominent Kansas figures are in Washington to witness the inauguration. Candidates for postmaster roles and related offices are discussed, with Armstrong of Wyandotte seeking deputy commissioner of Indian Affairs and other Kansans named for various federal posts.
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Washington
Trussell Armittons
Kansas City
John Q. Reyer
Phillipsburg Dispatch
J. J. Bristow
Republican State Central
Ottawa Tuprabitoun
A. Bitte
Olathe Mirror
H. M. Phillips
Topeka
B. M. Adams
Mound City
Armatrong
Indian Affairs
Bristow and
Mitchell
O. L. Miller
Inaugural Journey Amid Vivid Celebrations and Stormy Sky
A vast crowds greet the procession as the train nears Baltimore with a sea of cheering, while dawn clouds clear to reveal the symbolic monuments. The scene captures a nation in dramatic contrast from grim forebodings to bright public pageantry marking the event.
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Alliance
Sitteburg
Susquehanna
Harrisburg
York
Hanover
Glencoe
Baltimore
Tansel
Wood to replace Blackburn in U S Senate by governor’s appointment
Topisville March 4 A political notice states that Wood of BME Sterling will succeed Joseph Blackburn in the United States Senate by Governor Bradley’s appointment. Bradley’s offer to St John Boyle was declined. Boyle had been the Republican nominee last session and Bradley’s call for a special legislature session hints at further action to secure a full term.
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Topisville
My. Maren
H Wood
BME
Sterling
Joseph Blackburn
United States Senate
Bradley
St. John Boyle
Andlaiz
Street car explosion kills and injures in Boston
An explosion in the Tremont and Hoyleston streets area toppled an electric street car, killing five and injuring a dozen. The blast damaged the car and started a fire. One victim was Rev. W. A. Starthurser of Tatts College.
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Boston
Tremont
Hoyleston
W. A. Starthurser
Tatts College
Spanish cabinet approves six more warships
At a Madrid cabinet meeting an extraordinary credit was authorized to fund six additional warships. A fire in a residence on Went Eighth Street damaged clothing and furniture, with reports noting significant loss. The article mixes details of naval funding and a separate fire incident, reflecting wartime and local events.
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Madrid
Bariimnent
Eien Comparisen
Porter
McKinley Inaugural Parade Draws Massive Crowd
The procession after the Senate ceremony proceeded with dignitaries from Britain and U S states, as 200000 spectators shouted and cheered. McKinley, amid the roar, kissed a ceremonial gift, delivered an inaugural address, and received warm reactions including from Cleveland and the African Methodist bishops.
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Senate
Mr. McKinley
McKinley
Puller
African — Methodist Church
Cleveland
Jean Pauncefote
Addries
Fio
Ceasuhe
Fortun
United States
Aggie
Nis
Cannes
Capitol
MacKinles
Riewits
Helstand
Sbe
Grow
Pennsyl Vania
Plaform
Fierce Native Rising Threatens Samoa Capital
Feb 23 dispatches from Samoa report a large native force led by Chief Tamasese, former king, gathering near Apia to challenge King Malietoa. Strong arms and anticipated hostilities threaten to erupt into conflict as Samoa braces for possible violence and government actions.
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Auckland
Matoa
Samoa
Tamasese
Maliclue
Apta
Ishipe
Pewertesa
Warsi
Inauguration Day Report From President McKinley
The paper presents a full report of President McKinley’s inauguration today, highlighting key moments and notable remarks. The State Journal emphasizes the significance of the event and the national mood as the ceremony unfolds.
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McKing
The
State Journal
Greek minister resigns over Crete reinforcement delay
Athens March 4 Daily Mail correspondent says Prime Minister Dulvannle refused to send further reinforcements to Crete. War Minister My Enidentis resigned and Metaxas was appointed to succeed him. Metaxas is seen as a likely cabinet member, with unconfirmed ties to King George.
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Crete
London
Athens
Daily Mail
Thad
M. Dulvannle
Enidentis
Ims
Cok Metaxte
Hin
Metaxas i Tnt
Beaks Grebantive
Feean
Kine George
Bills That Failed in 19th Century Congress
Washington March 4 The following appropriation bills failed to become law as they were not signed by President Cleveland up to 1 o'clock today. Indian, agricultural and civil bills were among those failing. The general deficiency appropriation bill also failed in confirmation.
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Washington
Dr Yancys Staff Moves to Topeka Hospital System
Sedalia March 4. Dr BE F Yancy named chief surgeon of the Santa Fe will move to Topeka with the hospital staff from Sedalia. Dr George McNeil will head the Topeka Hospital aided by Dr Dunlap as second assistant at Sedalia.
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Sedalia
F. Yancy
Santa Fe
Tapeli
George Mc~ Neil
Topeka
Dunlap
Storefront window shattered as wooden dummy caused crash
A display window at Crowhy Bros broke when a worker, moving a wooden dummy, slipped and struck the pane. Onlookers gathered as the glass failed, the front pane valued at 155 dollars. The incident prompted order to place the damaged figure outside the window for safety.
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Crowhy Bros
Mrs Kelly Arrested for Disorderly House at Kas Avenue
Mrs Kelly arrested by police on a warrant charging keeping a disorderly house at 10 Kas Avenue. She bonded out after surrendering $3 for appearance and a further fee. Two women found at the premises aided the case.
Matinee and masquerade set for Friday in city notice
A fragmentary notice indicates a matinee Friday afternoon at a venue on 44th Street. It also mentions a children’s event and a masquerade ball tonight at a location described as Second and Kansas Avenue, hosted by Heer Dyche and Prof Dyche’s group, with local colored residents noted.
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Heer
Dyche
Bali
Second and
Kansas Avenue
Leavenworth Couple Reunited After Topeka Missing Wives Search
S. Kelsey of Leavenworth traveled to Topeka to meet his wife who never appeared at the depot. After two days of searching and telegraphing home, she reappeared registered at a Santa Fe depot hotel but fled. A boarding car chase led to their joyous reunion at Fourth and Kansas.
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Leavenworth
Topeka
S. Kelsey
North
Kansas Avenue
Kelsey
Yal
Topeks
Police Department
Om L Hotel
Peir
Santa Fe
Fourth and
Quinton Heights
Shit Wever
Kia Jone
Kelecy
Santa Fy Depot
Wreck of the French Steamer Blanche Near San Sebastian
March 4 report from San Sebastián states the French steamer Blanche was wrecked three miles east of the port while leaving pastunses. The crew is lost. Humane Officer D. F. Wyatt had a busy day enforcing the humane ordinance, patrolling for animal neglect and guiding owners to better care. He blankets a horse left out in rain and cautions others as investigations continue.
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San Sabastian
San Sébmstion
Blanche
Pastunses
Tour
Hemané
D. F. Wyatt
Tery
Captain Wyatt
Wittnal
Boyd Kin of Kentucky Faces Bribery Allegation
Cynthians Ky March 4 A local report says S K R Boyd has been accused of trying to bribe a Kansas legislator. Boyd is described as a son of John F Boyd a cousin of John Boyd Thatcher and W C Breckinridge. The item notes ancestral ties and mentions Sam Weyd as a descendant of the old preacher line.
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Missouri
Kansas
Tim
The Competitor Crew Release Still Unconfirmed
In Washington on March 4 no news about the Competitor crew’s release from Key West as deported. The Spanish minister declined to offer an opinion on whether the report could be true.
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Wshington
Spanbeat
Key West
Ene
Majority for Riggs in senate ballot contest result
The senate committee finished counting undisputed ballots for the Smart-Rises contest, giving Rises a 2 vote majority. Ballot tallies show Smart 187, Rises 367 in Franklin county with other counts in Anderson and Weber counties. the hearing was postponed to tomorrow at 3 PM to argue senate jurisdiction in the crime case.
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Senate
Senate Committee
Smart
Tiegs
Lamb
Hees
Wichita Defeated Indefinitely. House Tables Wichita Normal Bill
The Wichita Normal School bill was tabled after a motion to reconsider last week’s vote failed. Rep Irwin of Sedgwick pledged another effort tomorrow morning. A joint committee was named to investigate bribery charges, with a lengthy inquiry anticipated. Campfires of the Naturalist will be heard at Hamilton Hall tomorrow evening.
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Wichita
Ita Normal School
Pair- Child
Une
Trueblood
Irwin
Sedgwick
Senat Ul
Ravenscraft
Grimes
Sonator
Forney
Cook
House
Senate
Housbolder
Leeenen
Hamilton Hall
Harris Bill Heads Toward Final House Concurrence
The Senate unanimously concurred in House amendments to the Harris bill but the chamber split on railroad tax provisions. Senators Forney and Hoesomhc spoke with protest, while others warned passage could politicize the measure. Some urged dropping the issue rather than prolonging the fight.
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Gar Loedy
Harris
Senate
Tia
Sax
Atpe Forney
Nana
Hotsenolinr
Gentian
Comeur St
Owe
Sting
Copperhead
Ani Ee
Ure, Righteous Cones of A Outraged: People- Erving. Lupter Uni
Wousielder
State of Siege Declared in Montevideo War Crisis
A state of siege has been proclaimed in Montevideo. The troops of the republic are ordered to the tobbi ration of the forces amid the war in Uruguay.
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Uruguay
Montevideo
March
Republic
King Appointed Kansas City Commissioner Amid Turmoil
Gov Lee appoints King as commissioner of eroitinks for Kansas City amid police department shifts. King formerly police judge and writer linked to populist literature. reappointment of Foster discussed. Appointment faces opposition, with pay and district disputes noted.
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Mace
Kansas City
Lee Ay
King
Police
J C Foster
Lee Welling
Juany
Central Comnaitin
Shawnee Bar Endorses Resolution Amid Capitol Funding Debate
The Shawnee county bar association endorses Judge Hater and denounces FL J. Hentig for alleged impeachable actions as the House considers resolutions. Larimer presents petition to judiciary committee while Bennet petitions prompt review. A Villinek plan seeks 310,600 for state ground improvements and capitol room completion, with Senator Sterne pressing the bill through both houses.
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Shawnee County Bar Association
Wibaliine
Hater
J. Hentig
Tie House
Larimer
Bennet Petities
Judiciary
Corntainey
Treans
Executive Council
Sterne
Marke
Mineral Water Firmly Featured In Anest Pattern In Went
A garbled report mentions Mineral Water and Anest in the context of J W Phillips at 612 W Righth Ave. Grain letters, broker notes, and wheat market chatter appear amid mixed references to prices, weather, and stock trends. The text hints at corn and provisions markets and a broader climate of uncertainty affecting commodities.
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J. W. Phillips
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Ingram
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