Banquet celebrates Jefferson birthday with Democratic gala
A large Kansas Democratic banquet lit up the new library hall with a Jefferson portrait, electric lights, and trees. Speakers included William Jennings Bryan and Champ Clark amid a crowd of delegates, reporters, and party dignitaries, while music from Harry Breitberg’s fourteen-piece orchestra and lively crowd anecdotes marked the event.
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Andrew Jackson
Democratic Flambeau
Thomas Jefferson
Aanesrenger
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Janior
Ted
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Frank Thorny
Andy
Jomrersen
Barun
Thornes
Jackson
Brary
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Gstisiie
Arrareeniwate
Frank
Thorma
Ul Tomoka
State Central
CA. Winket
Finkry Steoke
J. A. Jenkins
Rder
Bangarters
Harry Breitberg
Pittes
Marentdin
Inberun
America
Babel
Wien
J. Shick Love
Frank Themes
J. G. Johnson
Fisan
Champ Clark
Mletours
Clarke
Okishomi
Allen [ Molers
Ohio
John Martin
Kuneas
John H. Atwood
Teavenworth
Mets
Bryan Speech Attacks McKinley as Nation Debates War
Democrat leader Mr Bryan addressed a statehouse gathering attacking Republican policy on the war and wealth, urging unity against plutocracy. He framed the election as a struggle between democracy and monopoly, urged income tax, bimetallism, and warned trusts influence.
Malolos Falls Entered After Capital Abandoned in Fire
General MacArthur entered Malolos at 10:15 am as insurgents fled north. The city was deserted and burning. casualties cited include five Americans killed and 41 wounded. Reports chronicle heavy fighting along the railroad, with U.S. regiments pushing toward Quiquinta and the river line while Aguinaldo and cabinet reportedly flee north.
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Manila
Malolos
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Sixth Artllery
Funston First Man to Enter Malolos With His Men
Manila report details Major General Funston leading the first assault into Malolos, followed by Kansans and other regiments. Insurgents evacuated, rail lines torn up, government buildings set ablaze, and American troops advancing through trenches and jungle amid severe heat and casualties.
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Montana
Nebraska
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Manila
Bill Turner Arrested in Wichita Murder Case
Bill Turner, alleged murderer of Joseph New and member of the Algood gang, was arrested at Nickerson and brought to Wichita Jail after the Eu reka killing. Police say Turner's capture closes a notable case in Kansas crime history.
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Eureka
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Nickerson
Stella Disaster Off Alderney Kills 70 Passengers
Disaster strikes the Stella steamer near the Channel Islands in dense fog. About 70 of the 210 to 220 aboard are reported drowned as the vessel foundered in ten minutes after hitting Casquet rocks. Rescue steamer Lynx arrives with boats and survivors.
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Alderney
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Kansans Killed and Wounded in Wednesday Fight
Washington list from Gen Otis reports March 29 casualties among Kansas troops in a Wednesday engagement. Killed include Privates Orlis L. Birten and Alvaro Dix of Independence, M. Sarinet C. Wilwmn of Salina, with many wounded across Company G and other detachments. injuries range from chest wounds to fractures and contusions.
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Otis
Odmy
Teamams
Orlis L. Birten
Independence
Alvaro Dix
M. Sarinet C. Wilwmn
Salina
J. Watson
Abilene
Abeet Shaudi
Harris J. Kuhns
Junction City
James W. Murray
Wilton
Lem
Michael HH Jarrity
C. Henry Johnson
Oates
Foos
Furvarm
D. Edward Crane
Janse Hatterberg
H. Ernest Cross
Fleming Courtland
Toad L. Wreter
Lee
Burlington Wreck Near Topeka Causes Several Injuries
A southbound Burlington freight train No. 51 from Ottawa derailed near the line at a point three miles east of Topeka after a collision. Several men were injured including PT Norton E Henderson W Yoak and HL Lohrmer. The telegraph line was damaged and a relief train was sent from Ottawa to take the injured to local facilities. The wreck disrupted service for hours until officials restored emergent lines.
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the Journal
Perkynh
Burlington
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Norton
Kansas City
Mead
E. Hender
Kanena City
Atwooi
Kan
Peter Moore
Mrakeman
W. Lohrmer
Tonka
Kat
Miller
Yannis
Labeut
Mies
MAKE HIM A GENERAL. A Movement In Wichita to Secure Promotion For Fusston
Wichita Kar March 31 Cul Prea Fanston's friends here urge that the hero of Malolos be made brigadier general. Supporters argue his leadership in Malolos warrants swift promotion.
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Fusston
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Fanston
Malolos
Feared a Contretemps at Democratic Banquet in Philippines Victory
The article notes Johnson declined to announce American victory in the Philippines amid a Democratic banquet. Toasts praising war policy were present but unread by Johnson, fearing cheers at an inopportune moment. The piece mentions McKinley and a stated idea of Democrats first, Americans afterward.
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Philippines
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Belut
J. G. Johnson
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