Port Arthur Harbor Attacked As Russian Torpedo Boat Destroyer Blown Up
Reports from March 17 describe a Russian torpedo boat destroyer struck upon a mine entering Port Arthur and blown up. Four crewmen saved, with damage to Port Arthur reportedly confined to the town. The dispatches also note Japanese military actions, Chinese neutrality debates, and broader theater moves near Chefoo and the Liaoning peninsula.
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Wille
Port Arthur
Bkertt
Ming Abd
Alexie
Che Arcount
Defense rests in Dewey monster case as counsel speaks
In Kan March 17 the defense finished its arguments in the Dewey monster case with George Hollam speaking two hours for the defendants. Attorney General Coleman will open the final arguments today as the trial moves toward a jury verdict.
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Ans Kan
Ceranean Afternonn
George Hollam
Coleman
Everainie
Bishop Fink Dies in Kansas City After Pneumonia
The High Rev Louis Mura Pinte bishop of the Leavenworth diocese died in Kansas City at age. He was born in Bavaria in 1848 and came to the United States in 1882. His death occurred at 7:00 this morning after a period of declining health. Attending the bedside were senior church figures including Archon J J Glennon and Bishop Hogan. Funeral arrangements and succession details remain undecided with a papal selection to follow.
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Kansas City
Louis Mura Pinte
Leavenworth
Bishoy Fivk
Bavaria
United States
Endowas
Bishoy
Efe
J. J. Glennon
St. Loui
Rather T. ¢. Moore
Leavenworth Blo
Hanean City
Arepbishop
Hennes
Jay
Wichit
Burke
Bt. Joseph
CatholicHullch
Fink
Father Hayden
Church of the Assumptive
Willo
Kansas
Toneka
Llanool
Legalized Steals in Postoffice Bill Debate
Washington discussion on the post office appropriation bill draws sharp criticism of subsidies to railroads and special facilities. Hobinson of Indiana and Mr. Galy of Tennessee dispute definitions while Flood of Virginia denies party credit for rural free delivery initiatives amidst lingering scandal mentions.
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Hobinson
Indiana
Galy
Tennesser
Shem
Flood
Virginia
Heath
Alom
Taut
Libel Suit Awards 24000 to Epworth Leader in Boston
A superior court jury in Boston awarded Dr. B A Schell of Chicago and Epworth League general secretary $24000 in libel damages against Zion’s Herald editor Charles Parkhurst and the Boston Weekly Association publishers. The suit stemmed from a 1899 article alleging Schell and clergy misconduct. The trial centered on whether the statements were true or privileged.
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Dar
Kew
B.A. Schell
Chieweo
Epworth League
Wultur
Charlee Parkhurst
Boston Werleyan Anzocition Publishers
Ziou
Herald
Zion's Herald
Schell
Exeedl
Eye on Roosevelt sparks fear of intervention in revolutions
New Orleans reports that across Brazil and Argentina strong belief exists that a Roosevelt intervention would safeguard revolutions and pave the way for annexation. The notice also lists weather readings from major cities including New York and Washington with scattered temperatures.
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New Orleans
Anal Navices Wet Recoltra Ber
Beast
United Beater
Beasil
Argentina
Republic
Roosevelt
Ricegsier
Be Turned Out of Office Over Dietrich Inquiry
Washington reports President Roosevelt will remove Nebraska District Attorney W. Summers amid the Dietrich investigation. Summers gave no comment, while Republican Nebraska Chairman Lindsay is expected to be named his successor.
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Washington
Dietrich
Nebraska
William Son
Summers
United States
Roosevelt
Rosewater
Omaha Bee
Lindsay
Republican State Committee of
Omaks
Washington Dispatch
Stimmess
Allen club organizes to back Henry Allen in district race
Geant Horney in Fort Scott Kansas reports that Allen club supporters from across the district meet in Kansas City to back Henry Allen for congress. A 100 member group forms with aim to attract Republicans from all counties and to unify support through district petitions.
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Kan
Geant Horney
Henry Allen
Kansas City
Allen Lo
Petar
Annie
John W. Redford
Allen T
Allen County
Alam County
Ship
Preeteet
Za Teililiane
Joie
Allen
Bowersork
Garnett
Grant Hornaday
Fort Scott
C. L. Miller
Wyandotte
Frank L. Travis
Lots
Thes
Highway Robber Captured After Cottonwood Falls Incident
Robert Hall was arrested after a March 1 incident described as a highway robbery in Council Grove last night. A bystander reported a revolver threat forcing a man to surrender a $400 check and cancel two mortgages on his property. The suspect fled by bogey toward Cottonwood Falls and was later detained during the attempt to cash the check.
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Fan
Robert Hall
Council Grove
Hill
A.B Reet
Toot
Gabriel Frank
Cottonwood Pulls
Miners Vote Totals In Two Year Scale Rejection
Indianapolis March 17 The count of miners voting on rejecting the two year scale offered by the owners Regan is to be completed tomorrow. National officers report 139000 miners voted with 7000 supporting the operators proposal and the remainder opposing it and favoring a strike. The heaviest strike vote was in title.
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Indianapolis
Ite
Boston Celebrates Anniversary
Boston marks the twenty eighth anniversary of the evacuation of Boston by British troops amid a tentative parade and public observances. Weather reports from Chicago predict generally fair conditions with warmer Friday, though winds vary.
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Boston
Ton
Hondt-Wen
William Moody
Chicago
Mohler 5S Chosen for Rhodes Scholar Status
In a faculty meeting the selection committee named two candidates for the Cecil Rhodes scholarship from Washburn. John Ieman and Frank Mohler were considered, with final judgment by Chancellor Strung, President Marlin, and President Pinas based on literary merit, sports, manhood, leadership, and service. The winner for a three year term would receive $1,500 for expenses.
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Frank ‘Mohler
Washburn
Rhodes
John Fatieman
Frank Mohler
Strung
Stain University
Lr Marlin
F& Tor
Groves
Death of General Thomas Ends Tumultuous Political Row
In Chicago on March 11 General Thomas died after collapsing in a lawyer's office while seeking a pension. His removal from the port of Chicago had sparked a political clash with Lyman T. Hoy and Albert J. Hopkins's campaign circle, and President Roosevelt and Secretary Shaw were drawn into the dispute. The former adjutant governor of Tennessee had long served in public life, including Civil War service, and was awaiting his pension when he suffered a fatal attack.
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Chicago
Thomas
United States
Lyman T. Hoy
Albert J. Hopkins
Thomax
Andrulder
Roosevelt
Shaw
Oxceral Thomas
McKinnity
Dteasevelt
Nugent nomination dispute cited in Brown-Doniphan clash
The Brown-Doniphan senatorial contest sparked comments by Cyrus Leland over alleged irregular nomination attempts. Herbert’s dispatch from Troy and a late train dispute fueled claims the nomination was not square. The Lawrence World notes the process as disgraceful and urges party ratification or withdrawal from the contest. In Knoxville, Tenn., W J Oliver was appointed receiver of the Tennessee Central railroad in federal court.
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Troy
Nugent
Cyrus Leland
Hrown-Doniphan
Herbert
Galt
Hrown County
Frown County
Grand Island
Ats
Derown County
Doniphan County
Brown County
Ees
Lawrence Worhd
Brown-Doniphen
Brown County Deicertes
Roberts
Ecketrwvan
Knoxville, Tenn
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Tennessee Central Railroad
Burrow in Lead election expected at Friday night meet
Burrow takes early lead as election expected to be decided at Friday night meeting. Officials anticipate results from a local athletic club event where candidates and supporters gather. Strong regional figures are set to attend, signaling a pivotal community decision.
Burton's Candidate Aims to Control State Committee
The article discusses Senator Burton's influence to place J. R. Burtow as chairman of the Republican state central committee, the pattern of committee choices aligning with the gubernatorial ticket, Hoch and Stubbs’ resistance, and potential shifts if Dolley is chosen. It notes Wells support for Allen, the Burton strategy in the delegation, and the likelihood of Burton guiding the next state administration depending on committee outcomes.
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J. R. Burtow
Republicantate Central Committee
Burton
Humphrey
Benedict
Wilson County
W. J. ‘Ilachan
Morrill
Haa
Cammpalen
Bim
Cxmpalen
Hook
Hoch
J. N. Dolley
Stubbs
Dolley
Wells
R. N. Allen
Chanute
Allen
Burrow
Mr. Wells
New Movement
Alles
George W. Wheatley
Senator Hurton
Revent Wiedith
T.T. Kelly
A.D. ‘Walker
New State Committee
Senator Burton
Wey
United States
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Jeblet Cookes
OM Anthony
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Council Grove
Even Carlson
McPherson
Washburn College Trustees to Decide Library Site
The board of trustees will meet this afternoon to locate the new library building funded by the Carne lw gift of 000. A site east of the Observatory and south of the present library is under consideration as students express strong interest.
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Washburn, College
Jewell on Stand In Bribe Trial In Kansas City
Judge Wofford overruled defense demurrer in the State Senate bribery case against Jesse L. Jewell. Jewell testified about a meeting with John Weiss and J W Hem over a $9000 bribe to influence votes on baking powder legislation. Defense witness Colonel Fleming testified. Jewell denied soliciting a bribe. Court adjourned after instructions were read and arguments began.
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Wofford
Jesse L. Jewell
Jon
Frederick Fleming
Fleming
John Weiss
Chicago
Senator Jewell
Jewell
Serato Jewett
Hees
Charles
Jacques
Hras
Kansas
Colombian legation in Washington closes for Panama split
Washington March 17 The Colombian legation in this city has closed Dr Tomas Merran who has long served as chargé will return the United States soon to Medellin Future communications between Colombia and the State Department will go through Consul General De Tirigard in New York The closure stems from Panama secession and the Panama canal treaty negotiations
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Washington
Legation
Tomas Merran
Charee Wattuires
United States
Sor San Socmite
Medelin
State Department
General de Tirigard
New York
Tanama
Rainfall Report and Cloudy Sky Forecast
Last night’s rain measured 0.44 inches as forecasts note a weather disturbance. The sky remains cloudy with no expected heavy rain today, but a warmer trend is forecast for Friday. Winds shift north at about 12 miles per hour as hourly readings show temperatures around the early morning levels.
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Kansas
Yale
Topeka Wins State Bowling Title In Abilene
Topeka bowlers capture the five man state championship at Abilene on Tuesday night. Scores show Kirkpatrick and Ewart leading Topeka entries while Salina, Abilene, Manhattan, Minneapolis and Bennington also fielded teams. Prize money favors Topeka with 35 dollars, Salina 47.50, Abilene 8 and Bennington 73.08 for the two man teams Brasefeld and Martin taking first prize with 1 089. Kirkpatrick and Ewart second at 1 017. Wentworth and Glade third for Abilene. Clopton and Clapton among prize recipients.
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Abilene
Tess
Kirkpatrick
Steve Ewart Fees
Ie Fry
Clapton
Salina
Abliene
Manhattan
Minneapolis
Beanington
Ablinne
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Brasefeld
Martin
Pri
Reeder's Scheme Defrauds Government Under Existing Lawn
Syndicates are accused of defrauding government funds through a scheme tied to property lawn arrangements. Officials say the operation used phony contracts and inflated costs to siphon public money. Investigators traced payments to shell firms and questioned several local associates.
Plans for Colonies Would Lend Funds to Deserving Poor
Rep. Reeder introduces a bill to repeal timber and homestead act provisions. The plan aims to keep lands in US hands to fund a later colonization program for relief of the poor, with Salvation Army support and management by imposing loans repayable by labor. The measure seeks to curb land sale losses and redirect funds to reclamation.
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Reeder
House of Representatives
United States
Reeders
Coenatul Tien Noranm
Ue Salva Tinn Army
Cotsmado
California
Ohio
Hoath-Turker
Salvation Army
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Ders Dilane-Arth
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Rood
Ranier
Cutt
Orefon
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