ONLY A TRAMP Claimed That He Was a Bandit and Desjerade
Fragmented OCR reveals a violent incident in Beaver township where a man named Ba Smith died after being killed by a group described as cowley partners. Accounts claim a dying statement and justify the deed as retaliation. Neighbors recall a tense scene with threats and retaliation fueling fear.
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Beaver Township
Yeerne
Ba Smith
Berne
Bett
Sari Heysisbis
Frente Rogers Wulinst
Aaron Ee Brite
Wenger
Winchester
Oman
Aided Cyclone Sufferers Train Visit
A special Pullman train carried Kansas City Kemneriad club officials including MY Watson and ELON Clendening to a stop here to assist cyclone victims. Charles D. Parker of United States Water and Steam Cleaning Company spoke with visitors before continuing toward Stockton, with a return trip planned along Missouri Pacific lines.
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Bay
Kansas City
MY. Watson
Elon Clendening
Charles D. Parker
United @tates Water
Gisiopes
Stockton
Missouri Pacific
Fugitive From Texas Penitentiary Reported Escaped
A fragmentary notice identifies B. Downes as a suspect labeled BR 5B Mace. It mentions an escaped convict from a Texas penitentiary, with dates and places garbled, referencing Atchison and a release claim, indicating a pursuit by authorities.
Colored Bishop Preaches From His Cell at Fort Scott
A well known colored preacher, Bishop TM, preaches from his cell in the caisson jail at Fort Scott. United States prisoner, charged with attempting to defraud by pension claim, held there after a strange meeting on May 22.
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Fort Scott Booth
Bivhop
Joineen
Casnity
United States
Peimontr
Oaly Cererai
Towns to be Convicted as Hems of Fear in May Event
May 20 report from Chetopa describes fear and confusion as towns face a convocation. A census directory notes 123 255 citizens and calls for an updated city directory amid public safety concerns and local government actions.
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Chetopa
Otaonbert
Crown of
Parsons Avovanst
Altamont
Oswegy
Fort Reutt
Hove
Druggist Fined Ninety Days And 200 On Liquor Charge
In Larned may 20 district court sentenced a druggist to ninety days and a 200 fine for illegal liquor selling. The case involved violations of the rehibitors and tied to the region, with appeals noted. The record mentions local officials and charges against business men in the area.
Temperance Meeting Shuts Stockton Stores
A chaotic but orderly temperance event in Stockton saw merchants close their shops to attend lectures on the movement. Speakers discussed moral reform, public virtue, and the need for nonpartisan action to curb intemperance and associated social ills.
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Stockton
W.ct
Horse shoe found in walnut tree near Atchison incident
Report from Atchison May 2 describes a man finding a horse shoe lodged in a walnut tree on John Stynent land after a tree split open. The shoe appeared tied to a sapling when struck, and the condition suggested it had been fastened long ago.
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Atchison
John Stynents
Wichita Next Meeting of Knights of Pythias
Ambiguous OCR note reports the next Grand Lodge meeting set for Wichita after a 2 to 0 vote. Mentions Port Boot, Topeka Cycle Co, and West Eighth Street, referencing Wichita area civic and fraternal planning.
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Grand Ledge Knights of Pythies
Knights of Pythias
Bose
Wichita
Port Boot
Topeka Cycle Co
West Eighth
Oakley Derby Hopes Stir Interest in Ben Brush Match
Louisville May 20 Harm to the chances of the great horse Ben Brush centers on tomorrow's Oakley Derby with strong opinions voiced. The day brings talk of the Solmite stakes and a famous crowd as owners, trainers, and bettors weigh the outcome amid reports of rival contenders and shifting favorites.
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Louisville
Harhier
Ben Prish
Lady @iner
Spokane
Kentucky
Juige
Wander
Weil
Loreemen
Haweyven
Yewtenlay
Hire
Gemdii Aguirest bin
Edac
FiTé Will Sail New Tort May M-Martin Julian
FiTé plans a sailing trip on the St. Paul while discussing regimental duties and upcoming fights. The report notes talk of matchmaking and potential outcomes in the Maherstavin contest, with references to Corbett, Bob, and Hob. The sparse text hints at a boxing or sports contest scenario with uncertain results and timing.
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Martin Julian
St. Paul
Combett
Etry
Bocepe
Corbett
Bob
Fitzsimmons
England
Son Square Garden
France
Wales
Fitzsimons
Italy
St Paul
Tennis Tournament in Washington Sparks Interest at Harwood Club
Washington hosts the tenth annual tennis tournament with top players from New York Cincinnati and California contending for the championship and the challenge cup. Spectators focus on singles and doubles matches as officials and guests observe the event at the Harwood Tennis Club.
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Washington
Aesselatinn Fem
Harhdlofs ‘Tennis Club
Amohe
Pis & Poss
New York
Ihemacces Bs
Parity
Berk
Cleveland
Iivesth
Arid Tobin Freur
California
Koutherlora
Marine I Cp Shastes
Ants
Enter
Methodists Fight Dance Ban General Assembly Refuses Rule
Cleveland May 20 The General Assembly debated amendments to a church rule governing dancing liquor and other entertainments. The report favored retaining existing prohibitions while supporters urged change. Dr J B Graw and Dr Walsh spoke on the matter with a strong majority against lifting the ban. Manis was elected junior agent for New York. Cincinnati agents were chosen for second posts.
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General Assembly
Cleveland
Washington
Janis Curts
Marion
J.B Graw
New Jersey
Sealy
Ber
Mount Penge
Walsh
Kentucky
Manis
Baton
J. Jennines
Cincinnati
Bedk Can- Sits
Louis
HC. Jenking
Barton Denies Turkish Guidance in Asia Minor Relief Efforts
Washington May 29 Secretary Oney reports a letter from Clara Barton stating she was prohibited from distributing relief in Asia Minor except under direction and funds of authorities. She denies Turkish officials directing her work, praising the humanitarian efforts and the Anglo-American mission while noting Turkish requests received but not favorably acted on.
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Dmief
Clara Barton
Saya
Washington
Oney Dae Teceivedeu
Tran Mise
Chris Fria
Whiel
Herdie Triestorianes
Eperahouse
Rough Coiduly
Missionaire
Thor
Lebron
Chinese Youth Visitors to America Promoted by Missionaries
A late 19th century report describes a party of Chinese youths traveling to the United States to study and be educated in Christian values and Western methods. Rev Haul Rin of the Presbyterian mission leads the group, with plans for English instruction, Christianization, and eventual return to China to apply mechanized skills learned abroad. The article lists accompanying itineraries, destination cities, and related events, including railroad fare and upcoming conventions.
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Haul Rin
Frestiierian Church Mission
Tokio
Peemit
Americe
Barty
China
San Francisco
Rerchine
Chin City
Howsel
Burton in the Pegi The Abilsee Man Seeks 39th District Seat
A chaotic OCR reads of political race notes for the 39th senatorial district. Candidates include J Her tom Tum Seen for Diwe Ethie and Captain Parken of Ours. The piece references a county convention in Liticet with delegates named and a push toward the Democratic ticket.
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Stockton
J. Hertom
Parken
Burton
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