Topeka Developments Signal Growth On River Edge
Topeka’s A J Devlin buys the Giles property on Ridith and Jackson to erect a handsome multi story office building. The project, part of the Giles homestead, will front on Jackson Street with offices and rentals. Douthitt tract opens forty acres for immediate platting near the fine residence district. Charles Wolff plans a large addition on a river area block, near several lots bought for the expansion. Devlin, wealthy mine owner and Ist. Curupl Can company president, favors investment in Kansas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. & J. Devlin
Ist. Curupl Can
Vpernan
Gig West
Ridith and
Jackson
Gilem
Hetenh
Devlin
Mt Cary Tjel Company
Te Bulltias
Kanes
Mir Devlin
Keates
Kunaan
Cain
Tunis
Kanaan
Santi
Kansas
Wien
Ofice
Wermser
Fincis
Low
Mistouri
Devlie
Topeka
Deviin Pirehasd
Thirteth
Tereke
Charles Wolff Plans Major Expansion of Packing Plant
Charles Wolff announces a spring expansion of his packing house adding a three story building with two sections on Manes Street and Quinky Street. The project includes new office and processing spaces and will double the workforce, extending operations daily and creating jobs for more families in Topeka.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cheries Woll
Chun Wolt
Haw
Ori
Quinky Street
Woltz
Qubecy Street
Walid
Neermany
Quitscor Etreet
Otto
Wott
Bmwa
Watt
Sears Bey
Wwf
New Douthitt tract to open with homes on market next week
The Douthitt tract north of the fairgrounds and between Topeka avenues is platted and will be placed on the market next week as residence property. The ground has been transferred to Mrs Louise Douthitt and Mrs Laura Douthitt, with postmaster general Wolfe managing the sale grounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Douthitt
Korth
Fair Ghouts
Topeka
Wise Southitt
Sears
Ty Wim
P Dowthitt
Phetied
Sayment
Bulldine
Gail Homes
Hia Dauettors
Mire
Louise Douthite Watt
Laura Douthitt
Gene Wolfe
Wilk
Siacren
Tale Grounds
Wolfe
Polk
Tyler
Fifteenth
Tepes Avenue
Leland in Collusion in Election Board Contempt Case
Supreme Court hears contempt proceedings against Cyrus Leland and Harry Briggs over Populist election board actions in Center Township, Dab Inbas county. Affidavits claim Briggs aided evading orders. Leland charged with collusion. Proceedings include 53 affidavits and anticipated aqua warrants. ruling forthcoming.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Tre
Supremé Court
Mami
Eleotion Board
Center
Dab
Inbas
Supreme Court
Frank W. Elliott
Briggs
Cyrus Leland Ie
Lelind
Op Briggs
Au Preme Court
Gen
BK. Snelling
J. ©. Solomon
Atchison
Adavite
Brigketet
Missouri
Leland
Center Township
Badenis Must Go In the Cry Across Austria
A London letter reports Austrian political tensions and German plans amid crisis. It notes fear of bloodshed in Bohemia if Bohemians resist and says Germany may clash to uphold Prussian influence, with a small German faction favoring Prussia and opposing Hohenzollerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austria
London
Vienne
Emilie
Bohemia
Ahigh
Prussia
Bolerula
Woman Injured By Torpedo On Northwestern Campus
Ruth Amanda Colvin of Borde 1 sundered a foot when a torpedo exploded and rolled onto a sidewalk near Evanston. The injury required treatment, and officials questioned the exact point of impact as investigators examined how such a weapon ended up on the street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Ruth Amanda Colvin
Borde 1
Uberalarte
Udver
Birert
Evanston
Calvin
Talbot Mader Bishop Named Episcopal Bishop of Vonnaylvasia
Dr Talbot Mader Bishop of Bethlehem Pennsylvania is elevated to bishop of the Episcopal diocese of Vonnaylvasia. He currently serves as metropolitan bishop of the diocese of Wy wnt and Idaho.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Talbot Mader
Bethlehem Pa
Nev
Air, Talbot
Vonnaylvasia
Talbot
Wywnt
Idaho
Canadians Sealing Records Show Sharp Population Drop
Canadian and British sealers dominate North Pacific catches with 38 700 seals this season. British vessels 20 800 American 4 100 Japanese 3 500. Ber ing Sea yields 16 650 seals under American interest. Experts warn the seal herd halved from last year due to indiscriminate hunting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Navy
McKinley
Wilfrid Laurier
Lady Larter
Louis Davies
Marine of Canada
Lady Davies
Boron
Istors
Domorton
Sherman
Wilfid
North Pacific
Jupatiene
Bering Sea
Pacific
Britink Viesele
Lhd
Heres Ses
Souly
Whole train burns near Louisville after derailment
A Louis ville Henderson and St Louis passenger train derailed near Lessport, 20 miles from Louisville, and was consumed by fire at 4 am. No lives were lost, and passengers escaped. A freak high wind toppled a box car on the Louisville siding, struck the track, and led to the crash and ensuing blaze. The engine, tender, and combination car burned, while the smoker and baggage car were destroyed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisville
St. Louis
Lessport
Lewinport
Phesenger
Oclock Train to Kansas City Proposed Route
Rock Island railway plans a sprug train from Horton via Wnpeks to Kansas City to compete with the Santa Fe schedule. General managers Tronsdale and Hit back the scheme with a tentative November 2 launch and new time card. If approved the coach train would depart Horton before 6 AM and Topeka around 8 AM, reach Kansas City under two hours, return by 6 PM, and end at Horton about 3:30 PM. Local patronage is hoped to sustain the venture. Ekberg, 712 Kansas avenue, comments on prospects.
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Rock Island Railway Establis
Frem Horton
Wnpeks
Kunsae
Satta Fe
Topelar
Topeka
Horton
Dautorarnt
Truredale
Cattle Theft Suspects Arrested in Silver Lake Case
Farmers near Silver Lake report long running cattle thefts. RL Conelly and BF Putnam were arrested with Dick Chipman on charges of stealing six cattle from Schenek's pasture. Hides and horns found at U4 slaughter house tie to the crime. Chipman’s trial delayed to next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Conelly
Putnam
Denouve Ton
Dick Chipman
Sichenek
Silver Lake
Conefly
Putin
Bud Chipman
Justice Chessy
Conelty
Patri
Chippiun Loos
Hin
Capron
Conally
Wold
Not One Cent Alton Til Nov Colored Response at Monument Dedication
An Alton dedication for Lovejoy's monument drew a large white audience while colored residents largely stayed away. Despite a 37 000 goal from subscriptions, colored donors gave little, and concerns over public school desegregation fueled further boycotts. Local leaders warned colored families to avoid involvement as the monument was unveiled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alton, Til
Nov
Hev
J. BR. Wilkeson
Alton
Oinols
Appea
Cme
Lovejoy
Titingis
Hazen to resign. Porter poised for Secret Service post
Washington November 11 a change at the Secret Service head is expected November 15 Chief Hazen of Cincinnati named by ex Secretary Carlisle has been asked to resign The likely successor is Thomas J Porter a Chicago based Secret Service operator Porter joined the service in 1885 and has long been stationed in Chicago The resignation is to be treated as a promotion from within the ranks under civil service rules
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Secret Service
Hazen
Cincinnati
Carlisle
Thomas J. Porter
Chicago
Gage
Porter
Treasury
Kia
Mnks
Salvation Army Parade Rights Headed to State Supreme Court
Salvation Army disputes Hutchinson Kansas parade license demand of 1 dollar per march as unconstitutional. The case, moved from Hutchinson district court to Kansas Supreme Court, tests city ordinance while Ensign Josephank of Topeka leads coordination and aims for a clear ruling to prevent future conflicts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salvation Army
Kansas
State Supreme Court
Hutchinson
Kan
Te sUpreme Court
State Suprem
Rene Vainey
Ensign Josephank
Topeka
Buivetian Army
Bryan Contributes $100 To Henry George Memorial
New York, Nov. 1. W. Bryan gave $100 to the Henry George memorial fund and telegraphed pleasure at joining the subscription. Many subscriptions come from children as the fund is made popular with a 10 cent option. Great Bend Citizen Fatally Injured in an accident at Great Bend on Nov. 11. Edward Gano severely injured. Dr. Tighjothum amputated his arm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Bryan
Henry George Memorial Fund
Great Bend
Edward Gano
Tighjothum
Michigan Central Eyes Clover Leaf Acquisition Deal
St Louis reports a major railroad negotiation could see the Clover Leaf absorbed by the Michigan Central, elevating J Pierpont Morgan backed interests. The plan aims to unify lines under Vanderbilts control, potentially easing joint traffic rate disputes across the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
the Republic
Abe ‘To- Jado
Kansas City
Vanderblits
J. Pierpont Morgan
Michigan Central Railroad
Vanderbilts
Joint Traffic Association
National Grange convenes as delegates meet in Harrisburg
The National Grange gathered in Harrisburg with delegates from nearly every state. National Master J B Brigham outlined a strong financial position, 140 new granges formed, 74 revived, and optimism on farm prices and land values. He urged fair treatment for agriculture and direct voter input onSenate selection. The lecturer noted gains in membership and education amid hard times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrisburg
Naional Grange
Supreme Court Chamber
J. B. Brigham
EL & McDowell
New York
Trimball
Credentals Committee
Brigham
Congress
United States
Dormat
Messers
Bart
Bringe
Bismarck in No Immediate Risk, US Reports Questioned
The report of Prince Bismarck’s poor condition is disputed. His facial neuralgia has worsened due to the recent east wind, but there is no cause for anxiety about his general health.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Freidricharuhe
Prince Bismarck
United States
Bum Rm Sgobnus
Win
State of siege in Brazil deepens over Moraes attack
Rio Janeiro reports authorities believe a broad conspiracy caused the assault on President Moraes and the death of Gen. Bethancourt, with congress approving a federal district siege. A serious revolt has erupted in the city prison as troops move to quell it.
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Rio Janeiro
Moraes
Bethancourt
Federal
Nic
Congress
Thorn Case Adjourned As Juror Falls Ill
The Martin Thorn trial in New York was adjourned due to juror Magnus Larsen's appendicitis. Court will reconvene at 9:39 tomorrow with Thorn expected to testify that Mrs Nack plotted the murder to clear the way for him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Haas
New York
Martin Thorn
Magnus Larsen
Larsen
Garden City
Laer Wghe
Str. Larsen
Methven
Eure
Smith
Nack
Thorn
King
Mr. Howe
Controversy Over Illinois Horse Show Prompts Threats
Dispute between the Illinois State Board of Agriculture led by Secretary Garrard and General Manager Logan, plus show guarantors, escalated to veiled threats of violence. Garrard, a fighter by reputation, pressed for funds while Logan gave no reply as exhibitors demanded prize payments.
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Chicago
Ilinois
Logan
State Board
Garrard
Sheeman House
Sangamen County
Younmer
Trimmer
Suerstary Garrard
Garrande
Sherman Werte
Lincoln elected chair of executive committee at Pullman
A meeting of Pullman Palace Car directors held today in Chicago. Robert F. Lincoln was elected chairman of the executive committee, and the action effectively makes Mr. Lincoln president of the Pullman company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Pullman Palace Car Company
Robert F. Lincoln
Lincoln
Pullman Company
Sweep of layoffs hits Santa Fe conductors in multiple divisions
Wichita dispatch reports the Gulf, Courady and Santa Fe northern branch sweeping out nearly all onboard workers. Many years of service affected with no clear reason given. Between Purell and Temple Texas only two remain. expect further impact on Wichita crews. An unrelated note from Glasgow says the Persis steamer grounded near the Isle of Arran after a fraud claim. Also Cleveland reports Benjamin Rut Recworh’s recovery seems likely as doctors forecast improvement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Santa Fe
Wichita
Gulf, Courady
Pureel
Temple
Tex
Feft
United States and Spain Prepare for Economic Pressure
Fragmented text depicts a broad 19th century style discussion on international affairs between the United States and Spain, mentioning policy measures, public sentiment, and military or economic postures. The piece references public opinion, government actions, and potential outcomes amid tensions. It hints at debate over readiness, revolutions, and fiscal commitments, with names and places obscured by OCR errors.
ANOTHER WHISKY RING IN NEW YORK
New York officers under Chief Witttark probe frauds by large liquor manufacturers and tax evasion. The undercover drive targets cigar distillers and related frauds, aiming to dismantle illicit networks and gather evidence for major prosecutions.
Reformers Unite in German Socialists Joining Hadienia
Berlin reports municipal results showing radical and socialist candidates leading in Wert Prele Alte with 5,040 votes for Herr Saiftern and 314k for another, while conservative and antisemitic blocs vie for influence. A socialist bloc may back universal suffrage support in Prussia, as factions debate whom to back in the Reichstag race amid radical optimism and anti-conservative tactics. The pope’s health reportedly good. he resides in the Vatican garden house and conducts daily business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
German Socialiata
Berlin
Wert Prele
Alte
Brandéntierns
Saiftern
Herr Sehule
Lie
Perissia
Empire
Flore Scnula
Anthemites
Brandenburg
Germany
London
New
Times
Rome
Vatican
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Mr. A. J. Devlin
Giles
Jackson Street
Charles Wolff
Douthitt Tract
Fine Residence District
The
Badeni
K. C
Rock Island
Olt Ekberg
Kansas Avenue
Lovejoy Monument
Henry George
Michigan Central
Central
Bismarck
East Wind
Apnea
John Logan
Pullman
Robert T. Lincoln
Palace Car Co
Glasgow
Isle of Arran
Firth of Clyde
Persis
Liverpool
Ben Busterworth
Cleveland
Benjamin Rut
Senator Caffery
Louisiana
Spain
Washiigton
North-Banacor
Caton
Rial
Eversiets
Euttering
Mneh
Ryle
Siiens
Wayne
Sivenan
Robert Witttark
New Femer
Department
Romenerciel
Bronte
Terey City
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