Prominent Topeka merchant jailed in burglary arrest
George Hanley, a longtime Topeka merchant, was arrested on burglary charges after being accused by Nebel and Johnson of stealing from their 710 Kansas avenue candy shop. Hanley denied the claims calling it blackmail and posted bond after a brief jail stint. The case centers on missing goods and money from the store with the alleged entry via a rear window.
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George Hanley
Topeka
Johnson-Nebel Candy Company
Kansas Avenue
Cunningham
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Local arrest shocks town as wealth ties judge case
A well known town figure, owner of 710 Kansas avenue and property on Taylor street, was arrested without resistance. The case hinges on reputation and veracity, with no witnesses to the capture, as public comment swells on the streets.
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Lieve
Reformers Surprised by Election Judges Appointments
St Louis voters were startled as prominent reform supporters and association members were named as judges of election for the upcoming spring ballot. Notables include ex-Interior Secretary John W Noble ex-Secretary of Agriculture Norman Coleman Booth of the Merchants' Exchange Jacob Furth of the Wholesale Grocers' Association and nearly 100 other leading figures. The appointing authority has absolute power, so they will serve.
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Reformers
St Louis
Reform Association
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John W. Noble
Normen Coleman
Booth
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Merchants’ Exchange
Jacob Furth
Wholesale Grocers’ Association
Serya
New York Grand Jury Indicts Officials In Election Frauds
The extraordinary grand jury, led by Foreman Legwet, handed 11 indictments to Justice Ingraham at the court of oyer and terminer. Warrants likely issued this afternoon. The total indictments possibly 20, reportedly not police related but tied to election frauds in the Second Assembly district.
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New York
Grand Jury
Court of Oyer and Terminer
Legwet
Justice Ingraham
Will Suoon Be Known Result Of Peace Conference
A Japanese legation official in Wasakaton says peace negotiations between Japan and China at Shimonsuki should conclude in ten days to two weeks. He expects an understanding by then, though no official confirmation has been received.
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Japan
China
Shimonsuki
McKinley Recovers From Grippe Amid Travel Adjustments
Thomasville Ga March 22 Gov McKinley has grippe but is improving doctors say he will be well and ready to leave for home perhaps Monday His Florida trip is shortened stopping in St Augustine Savannah Richmond and Washington before returning home by early April
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Savannah
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Washington
Will Pay the Interest on Dillon Mortgage in Oregon Case
In Poxtraxp Ore March 22 the American Loan and Trust Co will pay the interest due under the Dillon mortgage in the Oregon Short Line and Utah Northern receiver matter. This move removes Dillon's case from the Wyoming court and clears the way for ratification of John M. Egan's appointment by Judge Gilbert.
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Poxtraxp
Ore
John M. Egan
Oregon Short Line
Utah Northern
American Loan and Trust Company
Dillon
Wyoming
Gilbert
Chinese laundry men form six companies alliance in New York
A report states that six Chinese laundry firms plan to unite to control prices, oppose employee plans for rate cuts, and secure a charter. Each laundry may contribute 50 cents to $1 monthly as branches spread nationwide. Breidenthal remains in office amid Gov Morris appointment of Jobes. he travels to Abilene to supervise the Citizens bank conversion into a state bank.
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Ifenthen. Chinee
New York
Breidenthal
Jobe
Hreidenthal
Morris
Jobes
Abilene
Citizens” Bank
Panic in Factory Fire Injures Ten at Union and Erie
A March 22 factory fire at Union and Erie streets caused a panic among fifty girl workers. One fatally burned, three seriously injured by jumping from a second story window. Injured: Annie Haas, Jennie Warner, Roy Tate, and an unnamed girl. Fire started when a box of matches ignited by Annie Hang. She fled, fire spread, and others escaped via stairs and fire escapes. The blaze was extinguished with slight damage.
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Square Match Company
Union
Erie
Annie Haas
Jennie Warner
Roy Tate
Annie Hang
Spaniards Press for Reinforcements in Cuba Dispute
Epoca and Nacional say General Calleja requested large Cuban reinforcements while officials deny it. The Liberal accuses the United States of backing rebels and shows Tampa and Key West cigar factory reports as support. It urges Spain to push for a friendlier U.S. stance and to address the Havana consul’s attitude.
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Nacional
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Havana
Toledo Recount: No Material Change in 11th Ward Delegates
Toledo Ohio March 22 the board of elections finished analysis of the tally sheet from the Republican primary. They found five delegates in the eleventh ward were improperly certified on the ticket for Mayor Major's renomination though the unpledged candidates held a majority. Minor irregularities appeared in the Second and Third wards but did not affect those delegations.
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Ohio
Board of Elections
Major
Public Works Board appoints three members
Governor Morrill announced the appointment of John Seaton of Atchison Sol Miller of Troy and Mike Heery of Topeka to the state board of public works New Zealand will join and attend the international conference and the cable across the Pacific will be studied Also reports on Mrs Christie Washington mother born in bondage and 89 years old and the American Jewess magazine to debut in Chicago next week Senators Mantle and Carter ill in Washington and Helena The Topeka Mail questions women voters about mayoral repeaters and gender remarks
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John Seaton
Atchison
Sol Miller
Troy
Mike Heery
Topeka
State Board of Public Works
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Wetnarox
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Pacific Ocean
New York
Christie Washington
Puritan Valley
Lottery Field
Somerville
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Chicago
Police arrest suspect over alley shooting amid marble crowd
At noon in a north town alley a revolver was found on Ethely Wright by a responding officer who arrested him as youths played marbles nearby. Developments point to a Democratic primary in the Second ward last Saturday with some Republicans allowed to vote.
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Harrison's Papers Filed For Independent Mayor Run
Mayor Harrison filed at noon today with the city clerk as an independent Republican candidate. He says filing does not guarantee candidacy and will canvass poll books for fraud. if enough Democratic votes appear he may stand. Other independents listed include J E Ward for justice and James Harlan for constable.
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Harrison
Aregor Harrison
Barrison
W.R Kidder
J.T. Davis
A. O. Rosser
George Neil
J. W. Mulligan
BF. Callaway
G. H. Shelde
Registration to 9,000 voters in Topeka city election
Three groups work to register voters for Topeka's city election. Harrison men push for supporters, Fellows and Democrats rally their people. Officials expect about 9,000 voters registered by tonight, with roughly 7,000 men and over 2,000 women.
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Harrison
Topeka
Fifty Dollar Shoe Store Theft Stuns Broad Daylight Scene
At nine this morning a Boston Shoe Store cash desk lost fifty dollars in bills. Proprietor Bowersmith left the money momentarily to assist a customer who never bought. On return the money was missing. police have no clear suspect, and the incident arouses suspicion.
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Boston
Muruaga to Accept Resignations as American Minister
Spanish Minister Muruaga had filed his resignation over Cuba criticisms but withdrew it at Madrid’s request. He will continue as minister from Spain until further action. Spain’s reply to Secretary Gresham’s Alliance demand had not arrived, signaling a pause in actions at Madrid and Washington.
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Spain
Cuba
Senor Muruaga
Gresham
Subs
Counterfeiters Caught in Burra Montana
Police arrest W. Carrier a local locksmith and George Perkins alias C F Nelson a cook on counterfeiting charges in Burra Montana March 22. A complete set of dies for a $10 gold piece 1853 and a 1890 silver dollar were found in Nelson s home. Nelson says he bought the dies from Currier for 16. Counterfeit $10s and bogus silver dollars have circulated in Butte for about a year.
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W. Carrier
George Perkins
C. F. Nelson
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Currier
Butte
al- Tawat
CAN'T SETTLE AT FT. HAYS Custodian Fox Orders No settlement on Fort Hays
Custodian Fox, by order of Commissioner Lamoreaux, is to prevent any settlement on the Fort Hays military reservation. The withdrawal of settlement rights follows a request from Gov Morrill and others, changing previously allowed occupancy.
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Fox
Jewelry conceits and novelties in chatelaine pins
Racy notes from the Jewelers' Circular describe chatelaine pins with silver photograph frames and gilt lorgnettes. Opals fashioned into brooches and perforated silver boots as match receivers are highlighted as stylish novelties. Miners' strike looms in Newcastle Pennsylvania as talks stall over wage scales.
Free Silver Drive Could Split Parties In 1900 Campaign
A Chicago centered silver propaganda plan aims to force a free silver plank at 16 to 1 in both parties' platforms. If blocked, silver delegates will form an independent silver party with headquarters in Chicago, backed by figures like J C Bibley and W J Bryan, with labor and the Peoples Party likely to join.
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J. C. Bibley
Pennsylvania
R. P. Bland
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Nebraska
Teller
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J. P. Jones
Nevada
Organized Labor
Peoples’ Party
Silver Party
Sloop Confiscated for Smuggling Off Vancouver Island
A four ton unnamed sloop from Seattle was seized off Vancouver Island by Canadian officials for smuggling. Three crew members, including two Japanese, were fined by a Victoria magistrate. The report also notes fashion trends and textiles such as velvet capes and waterproof silks amid March weather changes.
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Seattle
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Victoria
Mrs Gannet Dead In Maldon At Fifty
Abbie Ny Gannet essayist poet author and phil anthropist died last night in Maldon aged 50. She was among New England's best known women, with a wide literary influence and humanitarian work.
Grubbs Declares Will Run For Mayor Race
Dr. L. Grubbs, Democratic mayoral nominee, says he will not withdraw and plans to stay in the race. He notes possible Republican support could boost his prospects and clarifies that his government post as a pension examiner does not bar him from serving as city mayor.
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United States Board of Pension Examiners
Elks faction fight over trustees in court
Warring factions in Cleveland report cross examination of George A. Reynolds and E. B. Hay as Atlantic City and Jamestown councils clash over removal of trustees. New York charter law holds trustees control property and cannot be removed by a higher officer. Atlantic City convention deemed illegal by some, plaintiffs argue trustmen were illegitimately removed.
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George A. Reynolds
Elks
United States Court
E. B. Hay
Washington
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Vuter
Mn Apperly
Jamestown
Order
Apperly
Atlantic City
New York
Order Ia
Grand Lodge
Generals Badeau Funeral Held at Mount Carmel Church
The funeral of Brigadier General A Badeau took place at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church. Bishop Wigger led a high mass with Chancellor Wallace of Seton Hall and Rev Dean McNult n of Patterson assisting. The sermon was by Rev J A Sullivan. The body lay in regimental dress with sword atop the coffin. It will be shipped to Turrytown for burial after overnight in the church.
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Riveswood
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A Badeau
Our Lady At Mount Carmel
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Wallace
Seton Hall College
Dean MccNultan
Patterson
J. A. Sullivan
Turrytown
Foreign Holders of U S Securities Must File Income Returns
In the House of Commons Sir Edward Gray said all holders of United States securities must, under penalty, send income returns to American authorities by April 13. He advised applying to the British consul general in New York for details.
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Foreign Office
Sir Edward Gray
House of Commons
Alfred Webb
West
Waterford
New York
Morpine tragedy at Kurtens City Kansas City
Metropolitan Life agent William E. Chandler was found unconscious in his room on March 22 after swallowing morphine. Investigators say a personal financial shortfall of about a si amount sparked the act, though recovery is hoped. company manager Hughes notes the case of distress over missing funds.
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Kansas City
William E. Chandler
Metropolitan Life Insurance Company
Hughes
Chandler
Receivers file answer on Wisconsin Central lease validity
Minaver Wisconsin March 22 The Northern Pacific receivers filed answers in cases over rentals on Chicago terminal. They claim the Wisconsin Central lease is void and contest the lease assignment to Chicago & Northern Pacific. Independent candidates Josiah Hoss and F M Stonestreet filed for constable. Justice of the Peace A F Chesney submitted independent papers. Tax issue noted with representative Walleck introducing a tax bill for bachelors.
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Minaver
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Northern Pacific
Chicago & Northern Pacific
Wisconsin Central
Chicago Terminal
Central Lines
Chicago & Northern Pacific Company
Josiah Hoss
F. M. Stonestreet
Justice of the Peace
A. F. Chesney
Setanee of the Peace
Walleck
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Board OF Public Works
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