Let Them Have It On Decoration Day In Blue Rapids
A speaker urges Blue Rapids groups to restore Decoration Day by honoring fallen comrades with reverence. He condemns sports and public celebrations as desecration, calling for the Grand Army to reclaim the day and avoid mix with horse races and games. The piece argues for a solemn observance, honoring the dead and maintaining tradition.
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Bind Pulpida
Dan
Titan
Reiler
Ian
Atredaine
Grand Army
Regahiic
Simpy
Nurmat
Walker
Tillow
Menreial Uy
Ena Mitieff
Amaledur
Whitney
Karwan
Ore Thie Guddene
Joy
Cebe- Sratwin
Flue Rapids
Anii Mattrest
Martinte
Twurder
Washinton
Ericson
Fate of the American Filbuetura on the Competitor
A court martial in New York has sentenced captured men from the American vessel to death. Naval officers reported the verdict after 22 hours of deliberation, with admiralty officials in Washington awaiting next steps and future statements to follow.
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Mir
Dixparchek
Yaster
Cites Healey
Uyarne Washingtet
Nevartha
Henin Henten
Homecoming for J P Harris as Ottawa welcomes him
Ottawa residents gather for a homecoming honoring J P Harris. A brass band marches alongside the guest as townspeople line the streets. The event includes a procession from the Linneenes train station and a reception at 62 Main Street, with local officials in attendance.
Weather Drought Sparsity Closes in Over Central Plains
The region from western Missouri to Kentucky reports extended dry spells with sparse rainfall. Oklahoma and Kansas see heavy heat and wild reporting of drought conditions while central areas record minimal showers and rising concern over crops and water supply.
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Okafinne
Kanes Teriesere
Kentucky
Tudlone
Uiole
Tom Men
Kanes
Jacks Uppercut Ends Gum Rogers in Fight
In a boxing bout, Gum Rogers was knocked down and out by McAullm in the thle round after a vicious uppercut. The finish came as Rogers faded and the crowd watched the final moments of a hard fought match.
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Jacks
Gum Rogers
McAullm
Rmulevilte
Senator Pater Introduces Prohibition Bill in Washington
May 1 report cites Senator Pater proposing a law to enforce Prohibition by requiring internal revenue data monthly to county clerks. The draft aims to identify persons and businesses engaged in covert or illegal trade, detailing their activities and residences. A fire destroys a residence in Mass, with casualties reported and authorities investigating the incident.
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Pater
Bill
Washington
Sennwer Peffer
Ted Boy
Internal Revenue
Patter
Shameful State of Affairs Overlawed City Joints
A lengthy critique targets Governor Morrill and A. K. Rodgers over a wide pattern of open saloons and lawbreaking. Police and commissioners faced political resistance as joints run riot across Topeka with Pete Callahan and others listed. The piece condemns official inaction and describes dozens of unlicensed bars, new clubs, and repeated arrests with little enforcement.
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Arene
Merrill
Rodger Wee
Porter
Huttend
Rodgers
Golan
Curnent
Pete Callahan
Ieee
George Duprey
Mic Kureas Avenue
Kak
MéMichaehua
Ransay
Koneblog
Hoyal Bilthard Hall
Fritz Durelt
Severith Street
Bjork
Parti
Hans Nersinde
Leavesworth
Kitehie
Charles BaeeniCiem
Bisda
Bawenaaeae Fon
Cutis Trenton
Nort Panor
de Mtrald
Wales and Lady Brooke Gossip Sparks Buckingham Palace Scene
Readers are told of a London society week centering on the prince of Wales and Lady Brooke. A Warwick gathering featured notable guests and a later Buckingham Palace drawing room presentation for the Countess of Warwick caused chatter. Princesses and royal figures are described amid ornate attire and jewelry in a vivid societal chronicle.
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Lenton
Prince of Wries
Ortititese
Warwick
Somutinipa
Kay
Boke
Warwick Camdd
Risshurt
Countess of Warwick
Buckingham Palace
Christink
Kates
Pot Uhich
Bing
Herachlt
Princes of
Wales
Alenent Taylor Ie Eobth
France
Staewia
Wisconsin’s Harold Hughes Wins Interstate Oratorical Contest
In an oratorical contest at an Emporta venue several midwestern schools competed with Wisconsin’s Harold P.D. Hughes winning first honor and a $60 prize. J Bradford of Kansas placed second receiving a check, and J Walker of Town plus Frank Ausdal of Mis aut were noted in results. Audience reaction was mixed with some speakers receiving high praise though the judging was disputed. A separate court note references a foreclosure suit in Franklin County and a fire loss case with $1,006 insurance coverage.
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Whrrembure
Rehtor
iEpiperta
Ean
Peters Queer Governorship Silence Amid Rival Hullabaloo
In Wichita a heated interview debate surrounds Governor Morrill and Judge Peters as Jim Troutman rises in local politics. Morrill claims steady candidacy despite pressure while Troutman amplifies his strength across counties. The exchange touches on prohibition stance, convention strategy, and the uncertain path to the gubernatorial race in Kansas.
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Wichita
Tudge Fam Peters
Poties
Peters
Morrill
Timre
Gill
Dunge Peters
Partiermere
Telier
Ceele
Mike Sutton
Trouttman
Ef Barker
Jim Troutland
Troutman
Buchan Hid Out After Defeat At Lawrence Convention
After Jack Harris won the Lawrence convention nomination, most candidates spoke in defeat except Hilly Buchan who was absent. Buchan reportedly vowed to quit politics though local supporters expect him to pursue future candidacy in the legislature.
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Jack Harris
Lawrence
Hilly Buchan
Harris
Alstcalf
Masthaven
Hetert
Sanamis
Billy Buchan
Exeter
Buchan
Hev
Trickett Paction Remains in Wrandote Politics
The article discusses Trickett faction’s persistence in Wyandotte politics, noting their influence at the convention and disputes over credentials. It highlights factional power, past election dynamics, and the potential impact on Mayanette politics and Kanessy, with tensions surrounding support from Wrandowce and media figures.
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Trickett
Liereice
Prickett
WyanGolt
Trivkert
Jack Harris
Wyandotte
Hogat Ao
Vetchett
Bileuchan
Bachan
Ily Bachaz
Lemce Babok Lux
Kanessy
Kansac
Init
Wat Rayos Giwave
Barnes
Second's New Committee Re-elected Chair Man and Treasurer
The report lists Curly Harrison re-elected as chairman and Whitman as treasurer for the Second's new committee. The central remynittee for the hex' twie peur in thee Secunad divirict 1a and other officers are named, including Jedemday, J. N. Harrison as secretary, and HD Whitman as chairman.
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Second
Curly” Harrison
Whitman
Congressiona
Central Remynittee
2Ollowes
Niten
Dan Ey
Stevenson
Anderson
Peank Birth
Shamal Cyraz Shasaul
We- Wyandotte
John T. Sirs
Enmnmtitier
Chale Nin
J. N. Harrison
John Ty
Shas
Trymurer
HD Whitman Chatréoun
Curly Harrison
Willman
Quietly Dying Out Milwaukee May Day Rail Strike
May 9 report notes waning street railway strike support as operators face uncertain future. Company denies widespread layoffs while manager Wayman says several workers are being re engaged and the facility plans to recall some employees as talks continue.
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Milwaukee
Sehding
Leen Notee
Jeeline
Pasailage Care
Secu
Tee Ghours
Iit
AltenGon
Mmivenet Ut
Wayman
Desperate Bayans and Tobacco Plants Face Shutdowns
A New York May special reports widespread business distress. Factories close weekly as orders fall, workers face pay cuts, and staff reductions spread through tobacco and cigar industries. Merchants fear a difficult summer amid shrinking demand and rising prices.
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New York
Herald
Hovand
Ifie
Alwaya Biel
Want
Minerv
Decisions Out. Telegraph Liability for Non Delivery Case
Supreme court decision sustains damages against Western Union for failure to deliver messages. Case from Comer county appeals by telegraph company. Woods alleged failure to deliver a sealed message caused losses. lower courts referenced Western Union's shipping and routing duties. Court affirmed that non delivery can incur liability under applicable laws.
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Weaiers Union Company
Alberta
Woods
Comercolinty
Telegraph Company
Woute
Aition Agate
Unio
Rome
Pee Vistas
Haviers
Westie
Talun
Court reverses ruling in land dispute over alimony
The case of George D. Wynne against Enoch O'Bryan concerns a three year street of Find ud and pronte. after a lengthy history including a divorce and alimony, a 15 year dispute led to a decree which the Supreme Court altered ordering a new trial.
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Spre
Willeh
Supreme Court
George D. Weinit
Enoch O'firyan
Frior
Ber O'Bryan
Anne
Ersuh
Supreme Court Restores Following Opinions Today
Supreme Court restored numerous opinions including cases from Butler, Atchison, Chase, Cloud, Cowley, Harvey, Saline, and Seward counties. The batch lists errors, rearguments, and certifications involving actors such as W. Moran, Harriet Goreve, and J. Cranstitt, with references to railways and county courts across Kansas.
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Supreme Court
Supreme Court Toulay. Martin
J. Butwal
Myeranen Company
M Winall
Adainikirindier
Eho
Cherpkay Cornty
Mallee
Jacot
Atrar Frank Haller County
Revered
Arumiead
Pinner Cenhis
Kansas City Belt Line
Eve
Boreas
le Monk
Aks
Butler
Butler County
Kansity
Werner
Nour of Royals
Perenne
Harriet A. Goreve
Frank Fury
Atchison County
GC Hixen & Co
Harriet A. Coeeta
Atchimma
Aten
J How
Boetear
J. M. Cranstietts Eerur
Dnaiss Astral
Hatwedy Dempary Ve Geerme Hinge
Gudidard
Marbuar
Thrares Flve
Atock Carmites
Ali’ Ve
I. Turder
Mortissoutr
Eimer Abbey
Trean Court of
C. Ke
Ballas Cnmpany
Harvey County
Misty
Hartwell Wa
Enginerie
Cloud County
Starptyee, Pulcher
Mor
T. Steriam
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