Cotton exports set new annual value records in October report
The Bureau of Statistics notes cotton exports valued at $60,053,412 for October, with daily receipts averaging about $2,990,000 nationwide. Across twelve months ending October 1903 the export value reached $220,406,214, the highest in U.S. history, driven by higher prices rather than increased quantity.
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Otober
Wae Sa
Ph. Rw
Txummany
Parkhurst
Bureau of Statistics
Murricon
United Law
Ting
Treaty Conditions Limit Interference Amid Colombia Row
The text notes that the United States movement faced resistance and interference. It mentions treaty conditions and ongoing negotiations affecting Colombia, with references to a broader diplomatic effort and a tentative stance on enforcement and compliance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Gsestsra
Colombia
Reflections and tales from a restless town column
A fragmented montage blends reflections on marriage, fashion, and propriety with satirical lines about a preacher and a bore. It ventures odd moral observations, quips about overcoats, and social foibles, framed as a chaotic, humorous sample from a New York Press piece.
Abolish Fees and Reform Consular System
Washington reports on Molland Pierce's inquiry into U S consulates in Europe. He urges abolishing fee-based pay, converting fees to treasury funds, and raising salaries to attract capable Americans, criticizing foreign clerks and invoice certification abuses. Pierce also calls for tighter controls, extended treasury oversight, and improved promotion prospects for consuls.
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Washington
United States
England
Molland
Belgium
France
Germany
Brute Pierce
Europe
Mr. Pierce
Pieres
Tietce Regarts
Ty Orlein
Forele
Flerce
Fierce
Mars
Mir
Pierce
Pisces
Gosiaul
Emi Sro
Nebraskan Indictment and Mine Strike Echo National Debate
Fragmented account ties Nebraska indictment over partisan selling and the broader politics behind it. It notes mining strikes in Colorado and steel, iron, and coke industries linked to fuel shortages, with President Herbert Hoover’s expected governance response. The Octopus company continues dividends while consumer prices face pressure amid labor unrest and market shifts.
Dems Debate Strategy Across Party Lines
Fragmented OCR text shows Democratic party tensions and warnings to allies. Mentions of leaders, positions, and potential consequences of actions, with unclear names and dates. The readable material hints at internal disagreements and strategic considerations influencing plans and alignments.
Fragmented OCR town notes on tech, fines, and habits
A garbled OCR page lists local items in various towns. Mentions visiting days at Corbortia Jail, a whitewash remark about a course, odd phrases about potatoes, turnips, popcorn stands, and a revival meeting. Several lines reference Topeka, Hutchinson, Concordia, Chanute, and other locations with incongruent details.
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Corbortia
Ellinwood
Great Bend
Litterington
Chanute
MCA
Hutchinson
Biytt
Concordia
Saturdass
Tuaver
Topeka
Winfield
MluPherson
Chpstadte
pAkeuding
Concordia Maen
Chis Punzee
Frerich Poedie
Gilera
Sodaltelle
Quaeker Reflections in a Philadelphia Record tone
A fragment from the Philadelphia Record offers aphoristic musings on vanity engagement merit and virtue. It satirizes marrying money and public image while noting patience temper and judgment as themes. The piece playfully comments on honesty popularity and the oddity of personal appeal.
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Quaeker
Philadelphia Record
Letter to Knox on Hastings grand jury inquiry
A Omaha correspondent reports a reply to Attorney General Knox regarding why Hastings post offers were not presented before the last grand jury. The letter from SUMMERS, U.S. District Attorney, explains that the investigation should proceed under the Solicitor General and cabinet guidance, and notes prior communications from the Attorney General. It also references related investigations into alleged unlawful activities connected to Memphis and land fraud in Indian affairs.
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Omaha. Neb
United States District
Burmimers
Hastings
Omaha
Neb
Washington
Grand
Oraho and Winnebago
Nebraska
Summers
Tadiana
Ghostiel
Tmblen Land
Did
Department of Fistice En
Grievance talk with Banta Fy aymiem pelit officials
A tense exchange reports no current grievances or wage demands as General Manager A A Mudge meets with engineers and firemen officials with Assistant GM A E Sweet noting no trouble. The discussion centers on annual meetings and no wage increase. A separate note mentions corn huskers and potential yields, with figures on bushels per acre and daily output quoted from observers. A visit to General Gomez cites Cuba and Puerto Rico bonds for Cuban army payments amid ongoing financial routes.
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Banta Fy Aymiem
A. A Mudge
Lovell
A. E. Sweet
Dead man revived briefly after fatal shock in Cleveland
Joseph Toth of 1219 Oakdale avenue was pronounced dead after being struck by a live electric wire on Woodland avenue. Doctors revived his heart for a period, but it later ceased again. Adrenalin was used without lasting success.
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Cleveland
Joseph Toth
Oakdale Avenue
Lfe Agai
Woodland Avenue
Belton
Ear Grafting Report From Philadelphia Operation
Dr Andrew S Neiden of New York performed ear grafting on the head of a western millionaire. The operation, conducted under strict legal bonds, was arranged after interference by a district attorney and involved a German restaurant owner as the donor. The procedure required the ear half to heal in place for about 12 days before completing the graft, with the surgeons keeping patient identities confidential.
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Philadelphia
Andrew Sneiden
New York
Jerome
Neiden
Nelden
West
Privvate
Ters
Dames of 1846 Push Pension Increase in Senate
Washington today the senate opened with a petition from the dames of 1846 seeking a raise to 330 per month for all Mexican War pensions. Senator Gallagher noted survivors now receive 12 and the pension committee will study the claim. The senate also ordered printed copies of the 1548 treaty with New Granada. In the house debate on the Cuban bill resumed with Mr. Grosvenor criticizing lack of Panama canal discussion and praising administration policy.
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Washington
Senate
Gallagher
Spooner
United States
New Grenada
HOUSE
Gay
Grosvenor
Panama Canal
White Slaves at Wa Ps W C T U Convention
At a Cincinnati meeting of the Woman’s Christian Temperance Union Mrs E S Admins O¢ Ianski read a letter from a member. The department urged that the work be pushed with the utmost vigor. Rail workers faced restrictions and the mood among railroad employees was cautious but hopeful.
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W. C.T. U. Mra
Cherenna Mare
Mascachusetts
Department
Gescientite
Mr Stiles Resigns as Santa Fe Chief Electrician
A. Cuke chief electrician at Santa Fe resigns today and will depart the company's service on ste. Stiles has accepted the position as superintendent and will oversee the Rene plant in Wisconsin. The cause of the resignation is not known.
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Santa Fe m
Ste. Stiles
Wisco
Postmaster Guthrie Seen Resting At Home After Illness
Postmaster John Guthrie remains confined at his home near Tenth Avenue and Clay Street for two days. Authorities expect he will be able to be out in a short time as friends and officials plan a social gathering at Home Park. The full details and arrangements appear in the local notice.
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John Guthrie
Tenth Avenue
Clay Street
Saar
W. CT
Coal Prices Rise and Coal Flow Tightens Across Kansas
Reports from Kansas indicate coal prices are climbing with Bur-Lagame mines raising to 3.10 per ton from 2.00. Burlingame sells at 4.59 while Topeka dealers ship coal westward. Frisco and Kansas City Southern restrict coal cars on their systems to keep supply on lines. Local fears grow of a Kansas mine strike led by John Mitchell, potentially paralyzing the region. Denver reports ample supply but cold weather increases demand. Pueblo notes zero to single-digit temperatures with ongoing shortages for some households.
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Jack
Bur- Lagame
Topeka
Burlingame
Topeka Coa
Kansas
Colo
Kandas
Southern
Frisco
Kansas City Southern
Weir City
Arkansas
John Mitchell
Keneas
Colorado
Denver
Bret
Emet
Jager
J.P. Welborn
Coltado Fuel & Iron Company
Pueblo
Xera
Rio Grande Railway
Cot
Mercer
Renurt
Thie City
Otete
Circus to Visit Topeka for Winter Quarters
The Sofia and Downs circus plans to bring 27 circus cars to Topeka for winter quarters at 711 Gainey Street. The move follows more cars than last season as the show prepares for the season with crowds from Mena and Okla. to attend, while Willurnt Selle works on arrangements for the rainy season.
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Sofia & Downs
Mena
Okia
Topeka
Ie Irene
Cain
Gainey Street
Santari Durian
Aron
Topekie
World’s Fair Exhibit Face Determined by Final Game
Davidson and MacDonald participate in a decisive game to finalize the face value and footing of the World’s Fair exhibit. The outcome will set the official display details and fundraising levels for the event.
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Lexnible
Davidson Ano Att
MacDonald
Wit Bomplete Wranemertin
Booth Confesses Plagiarism in Drake Oration Contest
John Booth of Colorado Springs confessed to plagiarizing a chapter from Portraits and Principles after his winning Drake University preliminary oratorical contest piece The Sublimity of Great Convictions. The case uncovered copying from The Value of Decision and Booth admitted the facts when confronted.
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Des Moines
John Booth
Drake University
Colorado Springs
Colo
Ashland Stud at Clay Horge Stables Sold in Lexington
The Ashland estate of Mrs. John M widow of Henry Clay’s son was dissolved today at Woodward pole by disposal of all stock. The stud was founded by Henry Clay four years ago. Social Dance to be held at K P hall on Thursday evening November 19 with ladies invited.
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Clay Horge
Lexington
Ashland Oe
John M
Henry Clay
W. T. Woodward
K.P. Hall
Ailantestonie
Just a Week to Thanksgiving Fine Foods on Sale
Just days before Thanksgiving the store promotes a premium meat market with an expert cutter, Heinz Pure Fruit Preserves in multiple flavors, candied citron orange and lemon peel, genuine pure honey, Heinz pickles, and large bulk olives. Prices are advertised as low.
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Heinz
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