Fear China and Japan warned to press Pekin on war aims
The dispatch discusses Allied suspicions of Japanese deception and urges powers to pressure Pekin over port fate. It reports plans and movements around Port Arthur, J apan ese naval forces, and strategic positions as the war with China continues, including reports from Shanghai and New York about military readiness and diplomatic sentiment.
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Rom
Hk Tigdiwe Gazette
Mhinese Peirallt
Wien
Thy
Gazette Furtter
Janeoe
New York
Masel
Tim
Bort Arthur
Adilral Makarot
Ldeutenmat Drinieski
Bert Westrnsee
Buslewe
Berthier
Arthur
Maruh
Stiesset
Burt Arthur
Seayl
Pakeon
Vita
Busta Ender
Keaner
Poseram
Estes Ne
Korea
Reeder Fow Repeal Debate Over Land Laws in Kansas
Kansas Congressman Reeder leads opposition to timber and stone land repeal. Debate centers on public lands, ownership by large holders, and impact on local timber and stone interests. Committee postpones action amid strong arguments about protecting small landowners and public resources.
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Kansas
Wualington
I Deri
SIM House Uitte
Pris
Hesk Inva
Mr. Et
Jore
Wwe
Railroad leadership shakeup across two lines
The Chicago Rock Island and Pacific and St Louis and San Francisco railways announce executive changes effective April 5. B T Wiichett becomes president replacing W B Leeds who resigned. Robert Mather becomes vice president replacing C H Warren. J F Stevens becomes second vice president replacing Robert Mather. Ted Loves remains chairman of the Rock Island board. his position is unchanged.
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New York
Chicago, Hock Island & Paine Railroad Company
B. T. Wiichett
W. B. Leeds
Robert Mather
Hettie
C. H. Warren
J. F.stevens
Rebert Mather
St. Louis
Explosion Kills Fourteen Girls at Scranton Plant
A squib factory near Beranton, Scranton area, suffered a deadly blast today. Fourteen girls were instantly killed and many were badly mangled. Six bodies have been recovered. authorities suspect a girl threw something into a stove, causing the explosion.
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Scranton
Price
Iawrat
Beranton
Panama Debates Ten Million Payment To New Republic
Reports from Panama City and Washington indicate dispute over a ten million dollar payment tied to canal treaty ratifications. The United States faces delays due to canal territory rights and formalities in Paris involving justice department officials. Officials say payments to the canal company and Panama will proceed concurrently once requirements are met.
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Dpanama
Panama
Canal
Paris
Department of Justice
Panama Canal Company
Prest
Canal Company
Republic of Pariamma
Rik A
Botkin Murder Trial Continues With Key Serous Question
The Botkin murder trial proceeds as prosecutors seek to establish the identity of a central witness. The defendant’s attorney argues for guidance from the jury while the court considers evidentiary relevance and possible procedural changes.
Elks Elect Officers At Topeka Lodge Election
Topeka Elks lodge conducts its annual officers election with G Goodwin as Exalted Ruler and others chosen for senior and junior roles. The meeting in Washington on March 11 saw the slate installed Wednesday evening. Senator Allison of Iowa remained confined at home after returning to the capital yesterday.
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Topeka Kiks Lodge
Delp Ite
G. Goodwiny
Tata Lae
Sopal
Nie
Tk Stieard
Palls Seamaster de Tuatyler
Big Heaga ‘Bumittas
W. F. Coutmots Wivernate
Lendersen
Lewis
Washington
Allison of
Lews
Tia Saleem Pivetetem
Wenatee
Remy Jatinn Ak
Enea
Canal Deal Clears Path for Canal Transfer
Paria March 21 The first civil tribunal of the Seine ruled the Republic of Colombia versus the Param Canal Co in favor of the defendants The decision dismisses the Colombia claim and condemns the plaintiff to pay costs. The ruling removes the legal obstacle to transferring the canal concession from the company to the United States.
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Paria
Seine
Rrepublic
Colombia
Param Canal Company
United States
City doubles fines on joints to fund police
Kansas City officials announce a new policy doubling monthly fines for operating joints to 100 dollars each. Chief Murray says the move will boost city revenue, with about sixty one joint keepers already paying 100 dollars monthly for saloon-style operations. The department aims to curb illicit practices by banning wine rooms and free lunch nuisances while funneling funds to the treasury.
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Kansas City
Res
A J. Murray
Kanans Leity
Kas
Murray
Nto
Treasury
Lst
Bandits May Go Free After Legal Delay
Chicago reports a potential stay of execution for bandits Marx Neltermier and Van floen as the state faces a long legal battle. The date to hang was set for April 12 but will occur during the supreme court term. defense counsel delaying actions may lead to proceedings to quash the sentence.
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Chicago
Marx
Neltermier
Vanfloen
Mee Tollay
Hlinda
State Supreme Court
Supreme Court
Criminal Court
Te Problam
Trolley Terminal Plan for Westport Route
Kansas City Topeka electric line revival eyed with terminal needs and private right of way sought. Builders Walker and Stranz say road would run through sparsely settled country south of Westport toward Kansas City, with Westport as terminal and cars speeding along a private route. Public concessions and funding awaited. project faces years of negotiations before construction.
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Kansas City
High Country
Westport
Strang
Mr. Walker
New York City
Takes new turn Nelson the man question of Shawnee in first district
A political dispute centers on Nelson as the man in focus and Shawnee’s status in the proposed first district. Debate questions Shawnee's placement, with local figures weighing implications for representation and district boundaries.
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Nelson the
Man
Order 18 Issued Hearing Set on Election Board Conspiracy
The article details an 18 order fixing Monday as the hearing date for a federal suit challenging the constitutionality of the election board. It centers on the Anthony-Curtié contest in the First district, alleging Shawnee County placement and alleging conspiracy by state election board members Burrow Coleman and Wells. It covers the injunction sought to restrain actions in the Anthony-Curtis case and notes related court proceedings and potential appointments.
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Anthony-Curtié
Sihawnee County
Art
D. ER
Anthony, Jr
Pollotic
State Election Board
Blate Burrow
Attormey General
Colemize
Wells
Doniphan
Brown
Nemaha
Pottawatomie
Jackson, Atchivon
Jeferaon
Leavenworth
Kanass
Curtis
Jackson
Atchison
Leavensworth
Holton
Ullgra
Curtis-Walker
Furner
R. Burrow
Coleman
Seth Wells
Wichita
Kas
Congress
Kansas
J. R.tiurrew
Colemar
Seth Wella
Curtis, Walker
Wichiman
Jackenn
Mens
Caid Atte Republicas Convention
Aid County
Jack
Ron Cxminty
First Congressional District
Repub
A.D. Walker
A. D. Walker
Atchinson
Actni Edge
Fiert Orton
Republicus Seminoe Corcungreas
Luce
Ikeget
Real spring weather forecast headline era
Weather notes indicate continuing spring conditions with variable, uncertain patterns. Forecasts from Kansas mention fair skies with northeast winds at 13 miles per hour, suggesting mild but unsettled conditions ahead.
Duty of the Senate. Washington, March 31 The Wash
A brief Washington dispatch notes the Senate’s agenda and proceedings on March 31, detailing regulatory actions and legislative priorities shaping the session. The report highlights key votes and statements from official channels.
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Washington
Bald Mountain Gone Near Caribou Me
Woodmen returning to Caribou report Bald Mountain in the Sibogie valley near the New Brunswick line has vanished, leaving a small lake. They believe the hill dropped during the March earthquake, with the tremor linked to events in New England and the marine region. The cone was rugged and rarely explored, long thought to be the crater of an extinct volcano.
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Caribou
Sibogie
New Brunswick
Merchi
New England
Wes Sbidom
Iowa Miners and Operators Fail to Agree in Wage Dispute
Des Moines March 31 13 400 miners walk out causing every mine in town to close. Dispute stems from operators resisting higher unskilled wages and blasting powder price cuts. John Mitchell urged to mediate from Des Moines while Iowa Miner President White condemns any settlement under current terms. Locksout feared to affect county and neighboring districts.
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Des Moines
Iowa
Lion
Indianapolis
Teia- Stame
John Mitchell
White
Iowa Miners
Wtriee
Knigers
Putnasa County
Burton case delays bill of exceptions in senate bribery trial
St Louis March 31 The bill of exceptions for United States Senator J R Burton of Kansas is expected to be completed soon after his conviction for receiving compensation for influence peddling before the Post Office Department. counsel for Burton discuss the lengthy document and possible appeal while Burton remains immune from arrest during the session. The process to higher court is anticipated but time is uncertain.
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Kansas
Burton
United States Senate
J. R. Burton
Senator Burton
Senate
Ft Fo
Instituton
Diahonor
Kamsan
Jamtier
United States
Thirton
St. Louis
3. R. Burton
United States District Court
Roe Department
Rene Burton
Galanel Dyer
Associated Press
Burtoy
Benater Burton
Habeas Corpus Update From Grand Junction
Fragmentary report from Grand Junction Colorado discusses habeas corpus and military authority. Text references emergency power and detention conditions amid wartime context, with cryptic phrasing and damaged OCR rendering.
Mrs Gillette Chosen for Prohibition Institute in Topeka
The Hutchinson Bee reports Carrie Nation will establish a new Prohibition college in Topeka with Mrs. Gillette appointed as an instructor. The property near the state house hosts the institution planned by the Prohibition movement. Also noted is the death of George Beck, longtime Odd Fellow and public figure buried with grand lodge honors.
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Hutchinson Bee
Nes
College of Prohibition
Carrie Nation
Topeka
Ofc
Gillette
Carre Nation
State House
George Beck
George Bic
Grand Lodge
Gran Duvler
Rand -Manser
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Pekin
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ELKS
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London Times
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Erecoir
Anthony Curtis
Election Board
Henry Alien
Him
Fins
Frank Nelson
Topeka Board of Education
W. M. Davidson
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Board of Educa
J. W. Glend
I. C. Malloy
Mr. Nelson
Davidson
Omaha
I. D. Wintterner
Foster
Harrison School
John McBride
Branner School
Bethany College
Lindsborg
Kaneas
Charles Summer Stewart
Elmwood
Stewart
Knox College
Galesburg
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Washington Post
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Mitchell
National Union
Putnam County
Col. Dyer
Habeas Corpus
Charles HM. Moyer
Mrs. Gillette
Mrs. Nation
School of Prohibition
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