A Day in New Orleans Visits State Leaders at University
A day in New Orleans begins with President 2Me Bintey, Governor Heard, and Mayor Capdeville touring a colored-education university. A large ceremony follows with a student orchestra, speeches by Geo. Alwain and Theopole, and a vast gathering including thousands of local residents as the president tours historic sites and addresses attendees. An incident nearby during the return from a ceremony results in an automobile carriage collision injuring several officials.
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New Orisoina
Bintey
Heard
Capdeville
Gutlee
Chiries Bote
Mel McKiney
Sousbery
Weber
Geo. Alwain
Bementinie
MM. Theopole
Bright
Souther University
Jackson Square
Tsanefer
Lawsdane
France
Clibern
Ammrivan Eneimiasioner
Presdent Jeffersen
Todas Bir
Nicholla
Alice Fortier
Ana Delivral
Grea
Ristorica Amobeta Ieee
CaBsidg
Pease
Ternoon
Carsingé
Hay
Smith
Welther
Murtie
Eatrran
Rennet Rhein
Generon
Tales Along the Way President Responds in Tec Timonials
A stop near Wesson on a southern tour draws President to view the largest cotton mill in the region. Officials greet him as he extols labor and wages, praising workers who fuel productive enterprises and uplift communities through steady employment and shared prosperity.
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Wreason
Miss
Iil
Huat Ani
Kare Idwur
Ani
Trent
Arid Hess
McKinley Speaks on Unity and Growth Across the Nation
President McKinley urged unity in a speech recalling shared duty and honor as the nation grows. He noted differences exist but more common ground, spoke of the South’s “great big heart,” and thanked Governor Longino for a warm reception during a presidential tour.
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Warhington Cit
Ir. McKinley
Mr. McKinley
Peeviden
THIRD DAY OF THE TOUR OPENS IN NEW ORLEANS FLIGHT TO VICKSBURG
A fragmented account describes a presidential party journey from New Orleans through cotton West to Vicksburg with stops, crowd scenes, and security measures. References to President and ex president Cleve Wu Lere, and a notable open event between two terms, plus heavy civic display and guard presence. The text notes tepid reception and public excitement as trains pass various stations and shows a strong emphasis on ceremonial pageantry.
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New Orleans
Acros
Almont i
Tih
Yaaro Walter
Fevile
Vicksburg
Miaatemlagd
Austra Usha
Vickabure
Lowrie
Mower Cave
Maminiey
Cate
Ae Eternae
Gelesetion Bt
Liy Council
Jie
Louie Hee
Sounie Caguia
Leyte
Gunsan
Banquet Honors President At Local Assembly
New Orteuna May 2 Presided at a banquet last night in honor of the president. Governor Heard and Mayor spoke as the president expressed deep gratitude for the warm welcome. He praised the Crescent region and noted he has received hearty receptions in every city and hamlet on his southern journey.
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New Orteuna
Steator McEnery
Govermor Heard
Peedhend
Mien Vale
Governor Heard
Miyor
Washington
Lown
Judge Morton Dies at 80 After Long Legal Career
Judge John Tiltson Morton, who served as a district court judge for fourteen years, died at his Topeka home aged 80 after a stroke two years ago ended his active life. Born in Plymouth MA in 1821, Morton moved to Illinois and Kansas, practiced law, edited newspapers, and held posts from state representative to district attorney and state senator before retiring in 1869. He was described as a fair, capable jurist with clear rulings and a calm, courteous courtroom presence.
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John Tiltson Morton
Hom
Topeka Avenue
Hila
Meriva
District Court
Plymouth
Massachusetts
Familly
Hillsboro
Monteohiery County
Hainois
Quincy
Tinuis
Morton
Knois College
Janet Quincey
O. W. Brownay
Interior
Topeka
Lark
United States
Archibald Willams
Delehay
Kantgs
Chisea
Jundal Mstrict
Ite
W& Partnership
Jn Iss
Alason
Cherk Tnder
Chas H. Morton
Joage Morton
Mary FP. Vernan
Quin ME
T&m
Clare Otdnger
Charles Morton
Dennin
Kapsas
Arouehodt
State audit counts 670000 acres for settlement plans
State Auditor Cole reports over 670,181 acres in the state suitable for settlement with most land in the western half. A circular will explain settlement conditions and land value determined by appraisal. The new law lowers per acre price amid expected demand as immigration and Kiowa-Comanche agreements approach.
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Cole
Corse
Bete
Santa Fe Jump Stock Market Tilt Intra Delirium Rise
Santa Fe's Jump New York May 2 reports a sensational day in stock trading with Atchison leading the list amid mixed moves in Union Pacific. Early gains faded, volatility persisted as traders eyed a variety of speculative cues and a Continental project mention. overall market activity remained comparatively quiet.
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New York
Atchison
Samme
Union
Tfelvinon
Steldak
Duvern
Cody
Wreck injures few on Ogden to Emigrant Gap train
Ogden May 2 passengers report a rear collision as a Rock and Southern Pacific passenger train hit an obstruction near Emigrant Gap California after rounding a rock. D C Mills and Write Inte Froid aboard declined interview. None seriously hurt. injured were cared for by company doctors and continued on their trip.
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Ogden, Tah
Southern Pacific
Emigrant Gap
Calif
Ogden
D.C
Mills
Bell
Phy
May Muster Call for Transports and Troops
A fragment notes a May call by Major Miller and the War Department for troop transports and muster details. It lists units including the Forty-first Pennsylvania, and references others like the Thirty-ninth, Forty-second, and Marty seventh, with contingencies to send surplus forces aboard the Thomas.
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Wankitaton
Max
Major Miller
Chia
Matto
War Department
Meryiey
Tulkews
Hancock
Bufort
Porites
Perty-righin
Bartyeninth
Fhe
Marty
Thomas
New Wichita Warden Heads State Penitentiary
The state penitentiary appointed EB Jewett of Wichita as warden, succeeding J B Tomlinson, with J W Dotson of Medicine Lodge as assistant succeeding W A Thompson from Topeka. A new guard was added, and the board is considering visitor policy. Admission to the prison remains ten cents.
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State Penitentiary
EB. Jewett
Wichita
J. B. Tomlinson
J. W. Dotson
Medicine Lodge
Ps Aapistant
W. A. Thompson
Topeka
Vaduney
Acasion
Consolidation of Two Lodges Ends in Celebration
Home lodge No 155 and Valiant lodge No 166 of the Knights of Pythias completed their merger. A social session and banquet at the corner of Sixth Avenue and Quincy Street followed, with about eighty knights attending. The Knights of Pythias band, about twenty five members, provided music for the event.
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Home Lodge No. 155
Valiant Lodge No
Knights of Pythias
Valiant Lodge No. 155
Sixth Avenue
Quincy Street
Plagues at Stamboul Constantinople Reported May Day
A plague outbreak was reported at Gulate near Stamboul Constantinople affecting the Camere area. Officials warning of widespread infection and urging precautionary measures as authorities scramble for containment and public safety.
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Stamboul
Constantinople
Camere
Hall Held in Fulton County Murder Case
In city court Judge McCabe fixes bond at 5000 for Hall charged with killing Geo Head. Two witnesses testify Head raised hands. Dr Judd details skull fracture and alcohol effect. Prosecution cites Hering and Buckmaster as witnesses. Hall bound for district court to face murder charges.
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Hall
Geo. W. Head
Otis Hungate
Wtite
Hasminger
Tor Wall
Chief Stahl
Policeman Hall
Enaminger
George W. Head
Head
Hingate
George Head
Sie
Hungate
Abe
E. Judd
Heal
Dr. Judd
Rosminger
Judd
Britte
Brittener
Merrige
Adams House
Efowd
Steuder
Swambins
Caliet
Parker Defends Ballot Count Challenge and Recounts
Albert Parker publicly denounces Hughes and counsel for dodging a ballot recount proposal. He urges a court supervised count focusing on voter intent, rejects private counting and technicalities, and accuses opposing lawyers of misreading law to block his certificate. Parker vows to press mandamus case to proceed.
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Albert Parker
Hughes
Thorry
Kerk
Corney
Layinas
Xo Anziour
New York Judge Grants Restraining Order in Complex Consolidation Case
In U S district court Judge Addison Brown issues a restraining order in the Nathaniel M Haphasl vs Gaeneer Trask & Co consolidation dispute over Rio Grande scheme in Colorado. The order vacates the temporary restraint on sale of stocks tied to the consolidation but bars defendants from paying indemnity or distributing money tied to a second mortgage, with instructions to set aside surpluses intended to retire that mortgage.
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New York
Addison Brown
United States
Clicitt Court
Rin Ih
Nathaniel M. Haphasl
New Jersey
Gaeneer, Trask & Co
Rio Grande Ae
Colorado
Second Morteame & i” Company
Utah
Grange & Western
Ee Court
Canal Bill Delay Sparks Imperial Complaint
Bertin May 4. Chancellor Count vom Buelow told Emperor William in person of the canal bill delay. Diet majority resists. government seeks further negotiation and records the bill for the time being. Finance minister Miquel may resign. a new election looms. Public notices tonight confirm the canal issue remains unsettled.
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William
Doors Locked Meeting Held to Complete Organization
A local group convened to finalize its setup after doors were locked during the session. Members present and absent were noted as planning moves to complete the organizational framework and future actions.
Reporters Barred From Secret Law Enforcers League Meeting
A Topeka report notes reporters barred from a G A R Hall gathering, as organizers announce a statewide law enforcement league with chapters in every city. The event featured a secretive structure, steps toward prohibition advocacy, and police-like aims, while journalists were escorted out.
Wyoming oil fields expand along Muddy River region
In Wyoming near Evanston May 2 a pioneer effort reports oil fields growing at a rapid rate. The area spans most of the available land around the Muddy River north branch to the Ulatah route. Authorities note strong activity by local crews as they advance construction and exploration work. A discovery of rich reserves is mentioned, signaling a major regional resource shift.
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Clelms
Wyoming
Bvanston
Wyo
Winter County
Muddy River
Ulatah Ratce
Frisco Plans Ban Prandeco Visit by Kinsey Aide and Mexican Officials
Frisco hosts ban prandeco and May T Jaoquin fine with ex minister of justice of Mexico, Senator Teormes, Peon, and wealthy Mexican figures in anticipation of President Kinsey's arrival. Officials expect demonstrations and a welcoming procession as Congress members gather. Weather: Chicago May 3 indicates showers and cool winds, with a likely wet night.
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Ban Prandeco
Joaquin Fine
Jestion
Mexico
Atl
Teormes
Peon
Kinsey
Daiwa
Comntey
Bern
Congressnet
Howe
Ban Francie
Ravn
Ubie Port
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Wilson
Ende
Payé
Jefferson
Jackson
John J. Morton
John T. Morton
Auditor Gele
Santa FE
Reid
Hig
D. C. Mills
Manila
K. P. Lodges
Home and
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Ttra
Evers
Ued Speeatanlp
Bean
Stenisery
New Ouianne
George
Mann
Lowston
Parker
Raphael Ve. Bpentor Trask & Co
Yon Buelow
Doors
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Kansas Law Enforcement League
G. A. R. Puathathat
Mast
Grand Sas
Law Snforcemenp League of
Kanmin
State Journal
Leive
Kat~mas
Grand Order of the Law Enforcement League
LS Do
Minesty
Ttn
McFarland Wes
North
Serul
Avery City
Teziparance
Coe League
Pilea
Taft Religie
Shralel
bYonde
Musee
O'Ceck
Walt Fomber
R Mitchell
Fife
Frisco Plans
Kane
Pate Lin
Khawers
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