Northwest Kansas Text-Teachers Association Meet Opens
The Texh-Sew association gathers in Phillipsburg on November 26 and 29 for its twelfth session. Delegates from Smith, Phillips, Norton, Decatur, Logan, Cheyenne, Sherman, Rawlins, Graham, Rooks, Decatur, and other counties are expected to attend. Officers include T. R. Richmond of Stockton as vice president and Dites Nerrie Byerts of Hoxie as treasurer. The organization operates on a paying basis with over $60 in its treasury. Principal J. W. of the Phillips school delivers the welcome address.
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Phillipeburs
Novil
Kansas
Pilittpere
Smith
Phillipa
Norton
Decatur
Howling Cheyenne
Shermann
Thowst
Graham
Rooks
Zewelt
Silth
Cerin
Tt. R. Richmond
Stockton
Dites
Nerrie Byerts
Hoxle
Neucers
Copeland
Pittsburg
Tecturn
Gevcand
Delta
Coa” Benk
Philinaiare
Lit Tink
J. WW
Pbils
Oberlin oil and gas company organized to explore earth
Oberlin business men form Oberlin oil and gas company with $10,000 capital to prospect coal oil and gas underlying the region. J J Durkee secretary Os L Benton treasurer Webb Bertram among organizers, artesian well depths quoted, early signs of gas likely. Local police and past hardships referenced in unrelated lines, Deosh ointment ad appears at end.
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Oberlin
Kanna
Oberlin Oil and Gas Company
J. J. Durkee
Os L. Benton
Webb Bertram
Clergyman's Children Coffee Replaced by Postum Food Coffee
A minister's wife recounts trying Postum Food Coffee to replace regular coffee for nervousness and her children. After a risky first attempt, a properly boiled brew improved, and she notes Postum as a healthful alternative for brain work and meals.
New Racing Yacht Drafted by Kaiser Draws Attention
Joel York reports that Kaiser has ordered a new racing yacht of the United States to draw keen interest from Kiel regatta discussions. The Kaiser is convinced Americans build the fastest sailing craft and regatta talk intensifies as German patrons fund boats to spur the sailors and the navy.
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Joel York
Kahner
United States
Kerlin
Herald
Kiel
Big Wheat Sale in Pendleton Markets Over Million Bushels
Pendleton Oregon reports over one million bushels of wheat marketed last Thursday to Saturday. Major buyers included Northwestern Warehouse 200000 bushels, Puget Sound archoute company 100000 bushels, and further sales to Ware Nes ConteNy 225000. The remainder went to smaller buyers.
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Pendleton
Ore
Northwestern Warehouse v
Puget Sound Archoute Company
Tateriee
Warenes
Oberlin Wedding Crowns Local Society Scene
Edward C. Durkee wed Miss Virgie AL Lloyd in Oberlin with a reception at the Benton home. Durkee is a leading local businessman and secretary of the Oberlin Patentite company, while the bride is the daughter of W. A. Lisyd proprietor of the Metropole hotel. The Benton family hosted the elegant event with many friends, attendants, and guests signing a sentiment in the album for lasting health and prosperity.
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Oberlin, Rad
Edward C. Durkee
Virgie AL. Lloyd
Hus
W. A. Lisyd
Hatel Metropole
Oberlin
Lola Mead
Josie Sthideal
Miva Daisy Warne
Milas Fannie McCandle
Mins Ruby Moser
Tessie Bass
Grace Cromwell
Mabel Addieman
Questa
Earl of Rosalyn Pinne Seeks Bank Win in Monte Carlo Match
A New York report describes Earl of Rosalyn Pinne attempting a high stake gambling session at Monte Carlo in a game of Trente et Quarante with Lord Sevenlyn. The man allegedly ran up imaginary losses during 16 hours of play, using a system and a large capital, while croupier, spectators, and observers noted the theatrics and potential exploits of the scheme.
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Earl of Rosalyn Pinne
Monte Carlo
New York
Aschedt
Lerald
The
Express
Fark
Jomslye
Lord Sevenlyn
Eeverning
Meccan Sien Saentes
Costin Astet
TWO PRIESTS CHOSEN TO GO TO ROME FOR POLISH INTERCESSION
In Milwaukee Nov 11 Poles, spanning Caledonia to Wisconsin, select two priests to travel to Rome and intercede for Polish Catholics in the United States. The mission aims to impact church appointments and pastoral work for Polish communities. The report notes attested Polish rites and concerns over church leadership and rites.
Paris Herald reports Ty ler in Johore episode with saddle horse accident
New York November 11 The Paris correspondent of the Herald says while the Sultans of Johore was hiding with Miss Tyler one of the saddle horses fell and broke its neck.
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Iss Tyler
New York
Paris
The
Herald
Johore
Tyler
Lodge speech signals Roosevelt aims on Isthmian trade
London dispatch says Senator Lodge voiced Roosevelt’s sentiments that America will secure its aims in Isthmian affairs. The Pall Mall Gazette notes the speech implies a forthcoming settlement next year that will be honorable and satisfactory to both nations, with the Monroe Doctrine to be upheld by a naval show of force if needed.
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London
Pall Mall Gazette
Senator Lodge
Boston
Lodge
Roosevelt
America
Alma Commercial Club Denounces Halloween Outrage
The Alma Commercial Club condemns Attorney General Godard and the Topeka Capital for inflaming anger over an alleged Halloween incident at Rev. J. B. Gibson’s parsonage. They insist the event was a Halloween prank and repudiate accusations of municipal or county officials’ involvement, calling for fair treatment and publication of their resolutions.
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Alma
J. B Gibson
Godard
Wabaunsee County
Hallowen
Alma Commercial Club Ias
A. A Goilard
Am & People
Topeka
Esa
Mitachier
Tete
A. A. Godard
Prihe Alma
Suez Signal
Deague
J. B. Gibson
Court House
Gideon
Pro Godard
German Railways Plan Twice‑Weekly Service From Hamburg
Berlin report says German railway authorities plan to run a rival service to North German Lloyd steamers. The route would link Hamburg and Bremen with New York via a new distant connection, promising twice‑weekly departures.
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New York
Tribune
Lonien
Berlin
London Chronicle
Lloyd
Hamburg
Bremen
The Ward Boss Faces Reform in a Fiery Tenement Fire Scene
Tommy Randall emerges as a central ward boss tangled with young reformer Gordon over funeral control. Gordon wields legal and political influence to undermine Randall at a church linked funeral. At fire No 91 in the tenement district, David Barton and Gordon discover a blazing building and a child with a baby, as the scene shifts toward crisis.
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Tommy Randall
Beco Charles Mines
Fred
Whch
Centre Paneth
Randall
Peru
Jon John Gordon
Gardon
Paul Falrouth
Lowe Kaylor
Gordon
David Barton
Mr. Marsh
New Dynamite Gun Described as Highly Destructive
A New York report outlines a rapid fire dynamite gun tested as the most destructive weapon yet. Mounted to cover the channel between Fisher's Island and Plum Island, it promises precision and long range, with trials showing substantial explosive power and quick firing capability aboard coastal batteries.
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New York
Arsyoes Island
Ishet
Jeanora
Colosaa
New London
Fisher's Island
Plum Island
Betantom
Taland
Deny
Tage
Peters & Board Consiniig
Jean Birney
Titena
Arinsnos
Ogden Buys 180000 Acres in Western Kansas Wheat Ranch
WichitaNov 1 William Ogden of McLean County Til has bought 180000 acres across western Kansas from about 16 owners. He paid an average of 2.50 dollars an acre, planning to convert the tract into a world class wheat ranch.
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Wichita
Kan
William Ogden
Mclean County
Til
Kansas
Ogden
Leavenworth Plumber Faces 1600 Dollar False Imprisonment Suit
Leavenworth man William Bell sued James Foley aka Maje for 1600 dollars alleging false imprisonment. Bell, colored, was arrested Oct 25, 1901 on Foley's complaint for stealing brass fittings valued at 20 dollars. On Nov 5 Bell was tried in the US commissioner’s court and exonerated, then released after twelve days in jail.
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Leavenworth
Noy
James Foley
William
Hell
Oler
Beil
Foley
Poley
Fort Leavenworth
Bell
United States Commissioner's Court
Offer for Wu Fang Chair at Columbia University
New York November 11 It is said Wu Fang Chinese minister to the United States and eminent as a scholar has been invited to accept the chair of Chinese literature at Columbia University The trusteed held a monthly meeting last week and discussed the subject The tender of the endow ment to Wu was decided upon but not announced The offer aims for Wu to leave his post in Washington
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New York
Wu Fang
United States
Columbia University
Aloene
Washington
St Cloud Names Street for Santos-Dumont Balloon Park
A Paris dispatch reports St. Cloud’s municipal council designated a street name honoring Santos-Dumont, naming the street leading to the balloon park in St. Cloud. The measure was announced in the Herald and dated November 11.
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Dumont
New York
Herald
Paris
St. Cloud
Santos-Dumont
St Cloud
Convict chase dominates Topeka notes and city life
In Topeka a mix of local events flows from Washburn football nearing a game with Kansas Metic to civic notes. Sherif Cook contemplates the Pauline escape impact while officials, preachers, and merchants address community matters amid convicts on the run and a busy weekend schedule.
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Sherif Cook
Bishop Millspaugh
Salina
Quincy
Y. H. Hunter
el Paso Daily News
Topeka
Thomas Hiskey
Wa-Keeney Land Office
W.H. Holsinger
Cottonwood Pails
Washburn
Lindsberg
Have Plenty of Money in Colby as Short Grass Town Thrives
In Colby on November 11, residents discuss local finances as merchants report a two week spect peetal sale generating cash sales between 1500 and 15000 dollars. At peak, 43 clerks worked, with customers traveling up to 60 miles from neighboring counties. Locals note many residents now hold bank accounts amid better financial conditions.
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Colby
By Mercantile Fem
England Should Know. British Public Weary of Secret Transvaal Campaign
An editorial from the Times as summarized by the New York Times accuses British leaders of waging war in South Africa with poor preparation. It cites ignored cautions, high weekly costs, and calls for clear disclosure on progress, urging frank national accountability.
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Transvaal
New York
Lord Salisbury
Guildhall
London ‘Times
New York Times
Great Britain
South Africa
Coust
Death of Peter Gilsey heir to NYC real estate fortune
New York on November 11 Peter Gilsey eldest son of the wealthy Gilsey family died after a burst blood vessel while walking on the street He lived only a few minutes His brothers John and [ed] survive him The Gilsey family is among Manhattan Island’s major real estate owners and one of New York’s wealthiest families.
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New York
Peter Gilsey
Gilsey
John
Gilkey
Manhattan Island
Ong Tie
Hunters Discover Corpse Believed Killed by Lion
Two California hunters east of Santa Criterita Landing found a white man corpse partly eaten by a wild beast near a cave. They reported the animal was slain at the scene. The body is identified as Frank Cook, a Norwegian carpenter, with the fate of the killer beast presumed to be unknown.
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California
San Diego
Cal
Ensenada
Santa Criterita
Mountain Warere
Frank Cook
California orange crop estimate for 1901 02 season
Careful estimates from Los Angeles indicate Southern California orange production for 1901 02 will be around twenty thousand carloads. Shipped share and value are uncertain due to usual seasonal variations and market conditions.
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Los Angeles
Cal
California
Pratt
Vincent Declines to Enter Congress Race
W. D. Vincent declines to run in the congressional race as the field shows no eagerness from others. Harry McMillan comment notes lack of strong entrants and questions the opening contest dynamics.
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Congress
W. D. Vincent
Harry McMillan
Burlington California Excursions Promoted for Travelers
Burlington advertisements urge weekly California sleeper trips from Kansas City and St Joseph with conductors. It promotes the Great Northwest Movement to Puget Sound and Portland via Denver and Salt Lake City, listing specific departure dates and urging readers to request rates and printed itineraries from travel officials Wakeley and Elliott.
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Burlington
California
Kansas City
St. Joseph
Suriington
Denver
Leente Colorado
Salt Lake City
Burlington-Northern Pacific
Billings
Mont
Une
Upper
Northwest
Tras Kanser City
Puget Sound
Portland
Burlington-Northern Paciic
Hawais City
Chicago
St. Louis
Omaha
St. Paul
San Francisco
Butte
Velona
Spokane
Assie L.W. Wakeley
Leain 8
Gen
Paannger Agk Kaxsaserre
Er Lawis
Howard Elliott
Gowers Maunger
Leurs
Native candidate leads in winter county race at Ottawa and Halle
The sole native contender remains active as winter politics unfold in Ottawa and Halle counties. Supporters claim Colonel BC Little is pivoting toward wealth accumulation, while others question his intent as more candidates may join the race.
Willing Victim Inoculated With Cow Virus In Brooklyn
New York November 11 A young woman is inoculated with bovine tubercle virus from a cow by Dr George D Barney of Brooklyn. Injection placed near the neck to test Koch’s theory that bovine bacilli cannot infect humans. The cow had been inoculated with tuberculosis by the doctor to prove inhalation therapy may cure consumption in early stages.
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New York
George D. Barney
Brooklyn
Koch
Barney
Harney Sult
King
Klondike Yet Open Soldier Discharged at Home
Leavenworth Kan November 1 Charles Slader an old soldier at the Home hat house Hon and was promptly discharged yesterday morning.
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Leavenwirth
Kan
Charles Slader
Pythian convention planned in Beloit district
Belt Kas Nov 1 The annual district convention of the twelfth district of the Pythian order meets in Beloit with Grand Chancellor W Duval of Wichita to preside. Several other district officers are slated to attend from the north grand cellar lodges as Beloit hosts the event.
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Kas
Ikannak
Pythian
Canas
Beloit
W. ‘Duval
Wichita
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Ralston
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Mr. Edward Durkee
Virgie Lioyd
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Wistope
Tidaest
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Phurch
Isthmian Business
Charles M. Sheldon
Berman
May Filla
Columbia
Boston Ladies’ Symphony Orchestra
Stansfield’s
Corrie Nation
J. Ware Butterfield
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Anderson
Sabetha
D. A. Clements
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Hazen
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Patty Clarke
Omni
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Pre Presbyterian Church
Wilbur Opera Company
Week
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Geo
Harrison
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Kansastion of Charities
Ann
Washburn College
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Albert T. Reid
Cloud County
Reid
McClaughry
Federal Penitentiary
Esterday
First Cumberland Presbyterian Church
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