Topeka to Host 25th Anniversary Road Jubilee Celebration
Governor Osborn backs a grand road jubilee to mark the 25th anniversary with Santa Fe officials and statewide backing. Plans include a water festival on the river with boat parades, fireworks, illuminated tents, and a bridge celebration that could showcase a stone of the high bridge amid autumn festivities.
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Nights of Pythias Festival Week Planned in Topeka
Chancellor Bird will convene Knights of Pythias for a festival week in Topeka. The grand judges will organize the meeting site and greetings, with a large crowd expected. A series of events including a typewritten program and a parade are proposed, aiming to attract participants from Wichita and surrounding areas.
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Grand River fete plans amid river pageant and parade
A fragmented note outlines Grand River fete plans to celebrate the completion of a bridge near the Knits river with a water parade and boat procession. It mentions a display of boats, a beet stand centerpiece, and Melan arch brides finishing by Pall Pestival week, with uncertainty about completion timing and a coronation-like display.
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George Ready to Run Austrian Cruiser at Greek King’s Pleasure
A May dispatch from Virgnik notes an Austrian cruiser Kronprings in Stefani has been entered near Pirakes Avhena to the port of Avhena. The vessel remains at the disposal of the royal fleet if required to convey forces from hilt Gnuitrs and to support operations as ordered.
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Democrats Eye Tariff Bill Debate In Senate
The report outlines Democratic plans to push tariff legislation with Republican resistance. It notes efforts to reconcile differences on merits and schedule possible actions by week’s end, including a message from Senator Rich and a Finance committee member’s view that a month may suffice for deliberations.
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Needy Americans in Cuba Number Rapidly Increases
A State Department telegram notes the growing presence of Americans in Cuba, with estimates rising toward 4,200. Consul reports cite 460 in Havana and 459 in Saga, indicating broader mobilization. Detroit residents seek to station the Queen's Own Birth Regiment in Toronto for the Queen’s birthday parade on May 24, following Alger’s approval.
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Third National and National City Bank Unite to Absorb
New York May 2 Third National Bank agrees to retire from active business and transfer accounts to National City Bank A B Hepburn ex comptroller of the currency becomes vice president of National City Bank The consolidation aims to better serve customers despite unprofitable operations and large deposits The move spurs talk of wider bank consolidations in Wall Street and the city as money pours in from interbank receipts and currency imports The expectant outcome includes enhanced stability and smoother operations for depositors and creditors despite ongoing economic frictions
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Wanamaker Seeks Tariff Clarity Amid Economic Woes
In an interview from The Mall and Express, John Wanamaker laments the hardship caused by rising prices and widespread poverty. He urges Congress to address monetary questions and tariff policy, arguing that relief hinges on job creation and sustained prosperity through protective tariffs.
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Decline in Silver Prices Across Markets Sharply Accelerates
New York reports silver bullion at 60 cents per ounce the lowest since 1804 when it touched 50 cents. Abroad, Paris buyers acquire South American dollars as low as 2 francs per dollar. Indian markets show prices down by 10 percent to a record low, while London Shanghai exchange rates slip near record lows. China’s reduced absorption and Japan’s move to gold standard further push the metal lower.
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Japan of Its Intention To Abandon the One of Silver Ag
Flood of Brandy Seized by Pure Food Inspector in San Francisco
Chief Food Inspector Dockery and federal authorities seized 115 barrels of adulterated brandy bound for London. A clash with Southern Pacific yard officials led to arrests for interfering with an officer, then release on recognizance. The case stalled as Wise and Baldwin arrived and took no further action.
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Will of J. M. Poulks Filed in Probate Court
The will ofJ M Poulks late general claim agent of Santa Bey is filed in probate court detailing stock and estate dispositions. Elder son M Foulks named executor with W RYus and H A C sharer lain connected to the Rail Department. Grace Foulks inherits stock in Central National Park and Piney Geld Minttyr. household furniture, except Foulks property, and a horse and buggy. OM Poulks Jr receives bank stock and a watch. R C Benedict spotlighted as executor of real property. Bennedict’s son Tom is the benefactor of real estate at 130 Buchanan Street. Benedict dies aged 81. Funeral arrangements for Benedict set, burial in Kilmer cemetery. Samuel Fulton, 22, dies of consumption. funeral tomorrow. Gold shipment to Germany: Kidder Peabody to ship $500,000 in gold on the Trave next Tuesday.
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Cambridge Vote Denies Women BA Degree At Senate
A Cambridge university senate vote rejected conferring a BA on women, amid student celebration and noisy protest. Fires, broken windows, and fireworks followed the protest as supporters groaned and opponents cheered the outcome, with banners and shifts in gallery mood evident around Kings Parade.
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Turbulent Divorce Hearing In Civil Chamber
Varis May 2 report from the civil Hibunal chamber details Antonio Terry seeking divorce from wife amid accusations of infidelity and drunkenness. Witnesses including Dr Allain and artist Caran d Ache challenge the husband claims and urge Spanish law, with a request for absolute separation and division of a fortune estimated at 10 000 000 francs. The case, rehearsed with testimonies from physicians and servants, may conclude today.
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Cuba Lacks Eggs Amid War Echoes in Santiago
May 22 report notes shortages as United States Vice Consul Hyatt in Santiago cites a strong market for American eggs in Cuba after wartime disruptions. Eggs reportedly fetch near zero to ten cents a dozen due to duties, with implications for local trade. Marshall's Band plans an open air concert at Garfield Park tomorrow afternoon.
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Jubilee Preparations Loom Over London Amid Scandals
London shores up Jubilee plans as churches and landmarks are prettified for six weeks of celebrations with stands and scaffolds. Prices rise and rooms fill slowly while gossip swirls about society trials and Royal appearances.
Attorney General Boyle arrives to update stock yards inquiry
Boyle says the inquiry is progressing and will finish next week. An adjournment was taken last night and next Monday at 2 PM, with Special Staster Clark presiding. He returned from Kansas City to report to Journal reporters on the progress.
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Flood of Strawberries Expected by Topeka Retail Trade
Topeka merchants forecast a strawberry flood next week with a market decline in price. A seasonal scarcity has persisted, but recent rains may boost harvests from the Kansas crop while southern Missouri pickers increase supplies. Better berries seen at two boxes for 33 cents. poorer grade at three boxes for 23 cents.
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Grave Robbers Caught In W. Ladd Body Theft Case
Police arrested Daniel Magee and Charles Montgomery for stealing the body of millionaire W. Ladd from a grave near Onagot City. Montgomery confessed implicating Magee and two others. The body was found on Magee’s farm below Oregon City and a wooden-handled knife used to open the grave was recovered from the scene.
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First Look Through Yerken Talescope at Willams Bay
Prof Harper leads a Chicago university party to the Yerkes Observatory at Tirestor Hale for a first view of the heavens. President Harper and Barnard among observers witness the telescope’s moonless, clear sky demonstration as Jupiter looms about 5000000 miles away.
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Unity Is Drunk and Riots Hit Pennsylvania Rail Yard
Reported violence erupts among railroad laborers near Pittsburgh on May 22. Foreman Patrick Keeffe and several Black workers are mentioned among those injured or killed amid street clashes and attempts to block voting. Police notes describe chaotic scenes with multiple fatalities and hostile acts.
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Queen Victoria Opens Ten Hall Amid City Decor
Queen Victoria accompanied by Princess Christian and the Duke at Connaught arrives in Sheteld for the opening of a new ten hall. The city is decorated with art works and the royal party tours the streets before a Balmoral departure. May 7 reports note the queen returning to Balmoral tomorrow.
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