Thief GathGers Purchase Moodhounds to Chase Criminals
The sheriffs of Chay Morris and Riley counties met at Junction City on May 3 to fund and station a security force. They plan to keep a dog team at Junction City to pursue a rumored gang of robbers and curb recurring crimes in the area.
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Thnetiog City
Chay
Morris
Riley
Jerry Sud
Sui Bional Indy
Junction City
Dora
RIA Weber Hhesheriite
Pheerey Trauk
Des Moines Soldier Home Appoints Assistant Surgeon
The Soldiers Home in Des Moines announces the appointment of A. Ge Hales as assistant surgeon. Hull of Des Moines served as congressman JA Hull’s aide during his tenure. The change follows the departure of previous assistant surgeon and marks a policy shift in military hospital management.
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Iowa
Lesvervush
Say
Mons
Veterans &T
Congresenoun
Hull
Des Mathen i
Reese
Keeney
Etitrran
Gressman
Guy. Smith
Millary
Franktin
Dog
Haviehiinig
Shot For Flirting Wichita Stay I A Traveling State Mal
In Prats on Friday a shooting affair ended with two or three shots fired in an aisle. Mrs Cyt reportedly struck her husband, fired, and then killed him. authorities searched for suspects. Police reported no arrests yet as the case unfolds.
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Wichita
Cleland
Braketown
Fedelar
Alerviand
York
Orwiitind
Prison Shops Open at Laavenorth for Army Supplies
New manufactur ing articles for the Army at Laavenorth reveal government orders for felled items and uniforms. The decree notes shops prepared with machinery for harness, benches, carriages, and furniture, but long idle prior to repairs and manufacture for the penitentiary project.
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Laavenorth
False Imprisonment Award Against Busse County Firm
A civil action reports Busse county men awarded 1702 29 damages for false imprisonment. The filing describes injuries and a claim against a transportation firm linked to rail service. The text mentions a passerby injury near a fence and judicial references, with unclear names and dates due to OCR damage.
Wealthy Frenchman in McPherson County Case
A French Canadian man from McPherson County faces a serious legal dispute centered on a large inheritance. His sister, a well known local figure, allegedly protects fortune while the man’s debts and farm mortgage are resolved through her support. The case涉及 Topeka proceedings and court costs.
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McPherson
Pabian Lazres
Moundridge
Oualy
Fortune Lagrea
Ion
Yenne
Montans
Abe
Tar
Moundrid Re
I Am an Old Maid in Kansas City Lecture
Dr. Spencer, Riley County public health head, spoke in Kansas City on forming a Women’s Health Association. She described aims to improve health and morals in married life and to launch a national league, while denying rumors about her marital status.
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Kansas City
Alay
Misa Baber Spencer
Manhatta
America
Kanata City
Spencer
Riley County
Kay
Kansas (Iy Association
National League
Elevator for Parsons Will Handle 150 Car of Grain
Parsons plans a new elevator south of the current shaft to store up to 150 cars of grain every ten hours. The project, set for May 2-3, will be built by K. Davidson and will use two track spurs on the railroad to service the facility. The existing elevator now handles large daily quantities of corn and other grains.
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Parsons
K. Davidson
Blue Rapids
Irving
Hine Rapids
Manhattan
G. A. Kare
Wellington
India
Port Casin
Califor
Ent
EM Collins Ac
Superintendent of Transportation
Tree Full of Honey in Newweos Arkansas
A fragmentary account recalls Ty Bustan settling on a Newton county farm where a single cottonwood stood by the riverbank. A hidden hollow tree housed bees that swarmed and built a hive, the scene described as a surprising natural find along the dike and river, with the old tale noting a belt and signs of activity near the bank.
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Ty Bustan
Newton
Fire at Haviland damages town facilities and homes
A fire in Haviland on May 2 spread through a general area destroying a grucurber, hard linware shop, and other property. Only about twenty percent of cule Were saved from a sacrif and a few residents injured while Wilton and a destroyer were expected to assist. No insurance details available and a local efforts continued May 5.
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Wilton
Qujee
Mimi
Maya
Blue River Flood Reaches 31 Feet Causing Heavy Damages
Flood heights reach 31 feet on Blue River with overflows at Blue Rapids. Damage reports describe significant destruction and disruptions as the river crests, affecting nearby towns and infrastructure. The record notes ongoing water flow and concerns for affected residents and property.
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Blue River
Blue Rapids
Remedy for Blackleg in Calves and Vaccination Note
A historic notice describes misting and vaccination prompts in eastern Viiskore area to prevent blackleg in calves. It references remedies, county procedures, and emphasis on early treatment and herd health.
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Wien
Hari Ta Ieee
Dineklew
Dynamiting Fish at Emporia Amid Odd Claims
Fragmented text reports fish bursting at Emporia alongside odd mentions of figures, places, and events. The garbled lines reference players, locations, and actions, but the core facts remain unclear. Unable to extract a clear, verifiable incident or outcome from the damaged OCR.
West Point Cadetship Claim Highlighted by Abilene Cadet
Troxel of Abilene wins cadetship as BS Mussey earns Annapolis placement. Examination results show Troxel achieving top score while other entries, including Winsor, are noted with limited legible details.
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Troxel
Abiene
Mussey
Annapolis
Centar
Abilene
Peths
Lebanon Creamery Opens Amid Crowds and Prizes
Lebanon May 2 opening draws hundreds as attendees from Junction City and Concordia witness exhibits. Kansas girls prize Maryville doll event, state news covers G.A.R. plans, memorial day talks, baseball, corn shipments, and civic notices from Emporia to Wellington.
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Lebanon
Indiana Votes on Local Incorporation and Utilities
Indiana towns hold local votes on incorporation and elect mayors and marshals. Water works and electric plants may be purchased depending on local outcomes. Voting is conducted under the revised charter law as amended by the penal code provisions.
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Tidiananous
Indiana
Fini
Adam Pade
Srushpee
Cherk
Railroad News From Leavenworth To Kansas City
The Kansas City, Wyandotte and Northwestern Railway curtails service between Leavenworth and Kansas City. Citizens in two counties protest and demand restored and improved train service with adequate returns for construction aid.
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Kansas City
Wyandotte
Leavenworth
Kahass
Ned
Dtw
Polloy Tegen
Chamge
Chase
Jodo &O
Gormins
Locomotives for China First Big Shipment Ready
Philadelphia May 3 The Baldwin Locomotive Works has signed a sub contract with the Chinese Government for twelve locomotives four passenger four freight and four sitting engines. The engines resemble American types but include English-influenced tender mounting on two wheeled tire pyramids. Engines to be used on the Imperial railways of North China.
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Philadelphia
Baldwin Locomotive Works
Chiness
Imperial Railways
North China
Tompkins Promoted in Santa Fe Offices
Tompkins a Topeka bor promoted to general assistant at Santa Fe offices in this city. He will join A J Fynlapdinghats, commissioner of the Bs, in duties. Officials note his move follows a push to fill senior roles in the Santa Fe telegraph operations after several months of reshuffling. Meanwhile, County officials report adjacent tax matters with rail and streetcar interests facing adjustments.
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Fieam
Tims
Lie Home
Fawkes
Wittess
Topeka
Leavanwoilth
Gtand Council
Leavenworth
Lng Mai
Urewater
Wil Preside
J. K. Kimora
Leavenwort
Anl
Order
Ovenr
Euee Hiawatita
Tom Das
Higling” Brox
Bliechs
Nebraska City
Ater
Emul
Hamburg
Shenandoak
Santa Fe
ES. Tompkins
Topeka Bor
Et Arses
Twk
Ntie
Martv Ie
Santa Fe Ginetel
Geaissant
A.J
Galveston
Tetley James H Polke
J. 1
San Antonis
Dan Quill
El Paso County Roads and 70 000 Pushers Plan
Railroad and railway staffing changes are described with unions and pusher system pilots. Officials discuss capital outlays, routes from Brookville to Bunker Hill, and new superintendents shaping the Texas division. News covers Santa Fe appointments, Denver moves, and Katy retrenchment actions with trainmaster duties expanding.
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el Paso
Auditorium at Topeka Seeks People Built Pleasure Center
A Nor thnsville reader urges the Madison Square Garden inspired design for a public auditorium in Topeka. The plan calls for terraces, galleries, gardens, movable seating, and a year round pleasure resort with affordable admission and vendor booths. William Johannes of Promville Kan signs the proposal dated May 2.
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Ayelttion
Seanville
Northnsville
Auditoriuen
State Journal
Jain
Wringstis
Topeka
Hutt
Walldine
Madison Square Garden
Halle An der Linden
Jardin Des Plantes
William Johannes
Rronville
Kan
Baseball items from Minneapolis and St Paul area notes
FragmentedOCR text lists baseball mentions including Minneapolis and St Paul locales, with names such as Jones, Seca, Clewmand, Hare and Murphy, and numeric codes. The readable fragments indicate a local sports brief or score roundup without full context or clear outcomes.
Market Report From May 3 1997 Wheat and Livestock Prices
The report details opening and closing shifts in wheat with July contracts near 70 cents lower and notes heavy trade in livestock futures. Oats and provisions show mixed movements and local receipts. Cattle and hog markets are described as slow with prices generally weaker. sheep and lambs trade softer, while weather impacts feeding and selling activity.
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Sayama
Duly
Dave
Kradan
Tibet
Iim Cenbe Amd
Devetoi Aly Park
Jeon
Texas Sterns
Atpekers
Gay
Hays
Stulimenrd
Steve Bep
Yestenda
Sltimentes
Listhinwied Receipes Hogs
Kanass City
Kansantty
Earriae
PATM
Texas Stone
Lexus
Reece
Miss Celeste Nellis Charms Chicago Critics With Rising Fame
Five years abroad to study under the renowned Sherward has propelled Miss Celeste Nellis into the foremost ranks of national music critique. Topeka residents celebrate her success and anticipate her continued artistic growth as she captivates audiences with celebrated piano artistry. Tickets available from local teachers and shops. Magnus will headline a billiards and rackets exhibit at the Royal Billiard Parlor.
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Seyuwnenates Sens
Chidago
Sherward
Chicago
New York
Topeka
Mise Nellis
Amwulea
Moshr's
Guild
Keilam
Market Tides Seen as Wheat Prices Waver in May
The report outlines live grain conditions in New York and St. Louis, noting Western drought and US shipments influence. Prices wobble as traders weigh lower costs, limited supply, and cautious demand, with attention to wheat and corn futures and ongoing stock levels. Local brokers in Topeka, Chicago, and St. Louis monitor weekly updates as market activity shifts.
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Stichae! Commission Co
West Sikth
Topeka
Vtimol
Mars
New York
Genveal
Miret
Riliwestern
Eutry
Santa
Howe
Heal
Ellane
St. Louis
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