Democrats Force Populists to Accept Democratic Control
A Kansas political clash unfolds as Democrats push to shape state patronage. The majority party pressures Populists over legislative appointments and the forthcoming state convention. Leaders discuss a split of offices, with figures like James W. Orr and Samuel L. Malle amid tense bargaining as both sides seek favorable influence for presidential electors and control of state posts.
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Kansas
Martin
Chile
I. BP Wageenye
Janes W. Dix
Aidiibun
Pegnas Coteenl Tees Ameifiul
alCrsw
Ecintul
Pepulles
Eeeton
Seston
Ehuleman
Golit
Alate
Soppen
James W. Ure
W. Leedy
Ore
Hhoratha
Wil
Germays
Samuel L Male
Rushdianty
Elevium
Sethetan Tokes
Oring
Iethechntantean Retina
Pit Stier Roars
Wiim Tenvalning
Democrats
Party machineries clash in Populist Democrats conference
A chaotic conference reveals Populist leaders resisting Democratic control of state offices. Rumors of a pact with Democrats surface as factions push for equitable distribution of offices, with warnings of party betrayals and possible voter fallout.
Irving Gains Big House With Heacy Irving Show
Chicago theatergoers praised Heacy Irving in a three week engagement. Ticket sales topped 700 dollars with excess receipts reported beyond early estimates. The run drew strong attendance equal to or surpassing past city performances by notable stars in the era.
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Chicago
Murch
Heacy Irving
Tages
Bernhardt
Hooth
Harrett
Bodjeka
Chieatgs Opers Musee
Mira Perre
Democratic State Preselect Aims For Fort Scott
Fragmented report notes Democratic state convention plans at Fort Scott with party committees debating fusion deals and seaborne attendance. References to Populist and Democratic blocs, July date, and contested leadership show a split ahead of nominations.
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Pepresemtulises
Arrest of Chumos on Unauthorized Slot Machine Charge
Con Chumos arrested on a charge of operating a slot machine without a license at a tavern. Clerk Squires reported the incident, and the officer followed instructions to proceed. A hearing was scheduled for the afternoon at the local clerk’s office.
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Taverne Collertur Taller
Samniay
Chumom
Zennlns Valor Tadhine
Beatty
Chums
Squires
Eelacke
Test Ordinance Sparks City Street Plan Clash
The Street Commissioner and city officials clash over a proposed ordinance affecting three districts. This confrontation involves Gurnee and Snyder, with likely action set for immediate consideration and a response timeline extending into March.
New Livery Stable Under Construction on Quinney Street
Work started this morning on a 320 building to be used by W T Lawless as a livery stable. The structure will be two stories high, 26 feet wide with a 150 foot tower. A two story wing will serve as a residence while a second wing will be a livery barn.
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W.T. Lawless
DeMoss Tenveolls
Qiiney Street
Anti Leland and Boss Rule Dominates County Convention
At the Shawnee county Republican convention in Atchison, delegates voiced strong anti Leland and anti boss sentiment. They endorsed McKinley, Curtis, and the state administration, while pledging to oppose any delegate holding federal office and to back a new national committee member.
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Leland
Boss
Bowabani
General Hudson
J. W
Horton
Mckinley
Curtis
Shanee County
Jane Seaton
Dudge
Uw First
Str
Tland
McKinsey
Curtiy
Republican Party
Bhawnee County
Tock
Ely
Atchison
Philadelpiite
Willick Mekenley
Aimeriort
Ciba
McKine
Ainesrety
Charles Tretis
Aytete
Curtis Iie Garguien
Choyen
Atehis
Tim
Curtis Mbar
Rih
Tomper
Congress
Charles Cartie
Mmerasre
Pitih
Republican Ata
John Seaton
Atehiron County
RM. Emery
Nemsha
Philadelphia
Koverik
Se Kinley
National Republican Committee
Charles Diels
Kansas
Tarich Wolegate
Chad
Esdon
Republican party urging fair primaries for delegates
A Kansas reversible political manifesto argues that real power rests with the state and the party, urging primary elections for delegates to county and district conventions. It calls for notices of primary times and places and fair ballot counting to remove manipulation by party bosses.
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Suldakee
Kansas
Republican Congressional Central Committee
Dallet
Santa Fe Guthrie Route Contract Awarded
The Stubbs Contracting of Lawrence won the contract to grade the Guthrie and Western Santa Fe portion from Guthrie to Kingfisher. Work crews already begin and expect to start within ten days. The line will span about 20 miles and serve traffic for Rock Sand and Santa Fe between Kingfisher and Guthrie.
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Lawrence
Santa Fe
Kingfisher
Guthrie
Aor
Tne
Sante Fe
Chichoyines
Convict May Be Tried For Murder In Prison
February 2 Frank Clark a convict stabbed and killed Philip Boyd another convict inside the penitentiary The Leavenworth authorities questioned their power to prosecute Clark while incarcerated The attorney general holds they have full authority to prosecute for murder The ruling aligns with decisions in other states though Kansas courts have not ruled on the point.
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Frank Clark
Philip Boyd
Leaven- Worth
Clark
Lengvenworth
Kauss
War of the Tongs in Chinatown Kills Merchants
In San Francisco on March 1 the war of the Tonges in Chinatown flared with the murder of two prominent Sai Yup merchants from Tuck Woo & Co and the wounding of a third. Four Highbinders fired from an alley. victims named Poon Gee Low Boon and Leong Chew. Police have long sought to curb Highbinders. Chief Sullivan signals possible decisive action to clear Chinatown.
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Leong Chew
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Deaths and Funerals Williams on February 25 at age 3
Word comes from Topeka of the death of James L Williams at Mueble Colorado on February 25 aged 3 years. Williams formerly worked in the insurance business in Topeka and was a Baptist church member during his time there.
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Topeka
Large Estate Probate Involving Thompson Heirship
W H Thompson travels from Imola to probate his grandfather Nathan Brumsey's will. The estate includes over 1700 acres of land and personal property valued at about 19000, totaling roughly 115000. Nathan Thompson of Topeka is an heir to one third of the estate.
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Imola
Nathan Brumsey
Eataue
Grant Arrives From Manila With 201 Sick Soldiers
United States transport Grant reaches San Francisco in 27 days from Manila with 201 sick soldiers 67 discharged men and 6 deaths during the voyage. Short stops reported at Nagasaki and Kobe.
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San Francisco
United States
Grant
Trnde
Nagasaki
Kobe
Notice to Opchurdh Tedze No. 3 Members
Members of Opchurdh Tedze No 3 are informed that financier A Wienekes located at 420 Kansas Avenue in the shoe and clothing store of 8 Schnopskie has a doors worth of postage. Call and see me.
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A. Wienike
Schnopskie
Kansas Avenue
A. A. Wieneks
Homeseekers Excursion Tickets On Route Sale Event
On Tuesday March 6 and Tuesday March 50 tickets to Okighora ity and multiple western states will be sold at one fare plus 2.00 for the round trip. The Woman's Home Missionary society plans a mussion in the holiday eve.
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Arkansas
Arizona
Louisiana
New Mexico
Texas
Miggonary Society of the Azteen
Sly
Marek 9
Adiissien Ie
Bomeseekers Offer Excursions on Santa Fe Route
On Tuesday March and Tuesday March 20 Bomeseekers will sell tickets to Oklahoma City and points to Arkansas and Arizona. One fare plus 200 dollars for the round trip.
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Oklahoi City
Punta
Arkansas
Arizona
Louisiana
New Mexico
Texas
Pilgrims Return from Eureka Springs Excursion
Kansas City reporters and executives toured Eureka Springs Arkansas for the Crescent hotel opening. The trip showcased the cliffside town with terraced streets, a grand hotel, electric streetcars, and varied entertainments by band ensembles. A large list of newspaper representatives and Frisco line delegates attended, highlighting press presence and transport arrangements.
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Kansas City
Kansas
Arkansas
Crescent Hotel
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Such & Thganer
Humphrey
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Inter-Ocean
Joseph By
Ryan
Inter-Onean
Herbert Hammond Pd
German Press
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Hecord
D. W. Shives
Chronicly
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Tarbell
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Chas C. Spink
Sporting News
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Be Louth
George Munson
Bt. Laut
Ee Eggers
Lewis Heilbrother
St Louis
Clinton Iankiis
Kansas City Journal
Rana City
A. M. Hopkins
Wits
Kansas City World
Col. Meeman
Kaness City Times
C. W. Etutchieun
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Kansas di Presa
George Creel
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Leavenworth
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Omaha
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Edwin A. Nye
Des Moines News
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Iai
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Atchison Champion
Atchison
A. E. Rahk
Atchison Globe
GC Calvert
St. Joseph
Frisco Line
W.C. Melville
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Johnson
C. H
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Parkeli
Lovie Mos de
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Schulten
AL Chico
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Two Gunboats Sent Washington Dispatches State Action
The Navy Department posted that the Detroit and the Marblehead have been sent to Central America to protect American interests amid disturbances. Officials say the move followed a State Department recommendation and reflects reports of threatening conditions in the region linked to a Nicaraguan rebel expedition aiming to topple Costa Rica President Iglesias.
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Old Dixon estate sold to Hancock planter in Georgia
The Dixon estate near Sparta, once among Georgia’s wealthiest holdings, has been sold to George Ives of Hancock county. It follows the rise of David Dixon from Virginia to Sparta, his vast plantation wealth, and his death leaving the fortune to his half breed sons Julien and Charley, who divided the property with Charley keeping the old homestead and surrounding lands.
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Atlanta Constitution
Horn House
Od Dixon
George Iives
Hancock County
Georgia
Dixon
David Dixon
Sparta
Virginia
Davy
Lon Pic
Tulien
Charley
Julien
Tragic Fall of Heir After Death of Bishop Halley
Julien, heir to a vast estate once valued at about $100,000, succumbs to ruin after a father’s death. Once a promising figure, he devolves through dissipation and vagrancy, ending in a squalid life in Suburi. A granite tombstone honors Travia Dixon, famed Georgia farmer of earlier generations, in Sparte cemetery.
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Snow
Ciearier
Halley
Mi Suburi
Sjlartn
Sparte
Georgia
Travia Dixon
Wheat and Corn Markets Edge Higher Amid Mixed Signals
Chicago reports show wheat opening firm on higher Liverpool futures with active short covering and cautious buying. Corn trends slower but supported by declines in wheat, while oats stay steady. hogs and provisions show dull, uneven action. Grain analyst notes erratic moves, with visible supply up and world shipments heavy, implying cautious optimism and persistent volatility.
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Hearhdy
Faotor
Raynor
Simte and
Kald
S0sriel Maid
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Agen Lower
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Hingfoe
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Otto
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Ela
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Louis
Market report notes unsettled wheat and cotton prices
A fragmentary market summary reports mixed signals in grains and fibers. Wheat prices hover around steady to lower with weak demand, cotton markets volatile and near chaotic, and livestock trends showing a soft to weak tone. New York money markets remain steady, with minor variations in
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