Captain Robert M Curtin Dies After 25 Years in Topeka Politics
Captain Robert M Curtin, a veteran of Topeka politics for twenty five years famed for humor and a long time fixture at precinct election boards, died this morning at his home after a lengthy illness. He was a trusted partisan and active at party headquarters during returns, known for his stories and steady work in elections.
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Gurtia
Topeka
Sion
Thore
Camp Aten
Curtin
Captain Curtis An Noted Kansas Jail Officer And Cigar Maker
The text traces Captain Curtis career from Civil War veteran and prison guard at multiple state penitentaries in Indiana Nebraska and Kansas. He later ran a cigar factory at Fifth and Kansas Avenue where his political clearing house gimmick for politicians drew wide attention. He survived Civil War combat with three bullet wounds and earned a storied local reputation.
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Enmire
Michiun City
Fort Madison
Jeffersonville
Tiana
Pope
Ake
Nebraska
Lincoln
Kansas
Lansing
Iid Curtis
Captain Curtis
Toltes Curtis
den. Synth
Indiana
Danyille
Potton
Menne
Cartersville
Jude
Huron
Darelite
Curtis
Indianath
Fort Sumter
OUF
Danville
Cartereville
Sumter
Joseph Miller
Captain Curtis A Seventh Indiana Veteran Dies in 1888
The article recounts the military service of Curtis, including his induction in the Ninthy day call, rise from sergeant to captain in Company HM of the 143rd Indiana Infantry, his wounding on the Wilderness campaign, and decades of heart trouble. It notes his funeral from Central Congregational Church at 2 PM Monday with Lincoln Post GA R in charge at the cemetery.
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Seventh Indiana Volunteer
James Bu
Ferre
Topeka
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Curtis
143Th
Indiana Infantry
Nashville
Castaly Curtle
Central Congregational Church
Lincoln Post, GA. R
Stars Demand Private Pullman for Ket Kansas City Tour
Otis Skinner and Ada Rehan threaten to delay Kansas City engagement unless two staterooms or a private Pullman car are secured. Manager Buckley negotiates with Santa Fe to provide private transport, stressing need for in-car privacy and prepaid drawing rooms. Scenes from Topeka hotels, scenery mishaps in Rosemary, and remarks about past performances round out the visit.
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Otis Skinner
Ada Rehan
Kansas City
Buckley
Santa Fe
Denver
Topeka
Miss Rehan
Mr. Skinner
Joe Buckley
Skinner
Rosemary
To- Pekan
Toneks
Prince Otto
Misa Behan
Montana
Seid
Barnam Dry Goods
Omaha
Sm Coth
Hi Halc
Francesco
Charles E. Hanford
Petruda
Riley To Read In Topeka Auditorium December 7
James Whitcomb Riley will appear at the Topeka Auditorium on Monday December 7 with uniform cheap tickets and excursions planned from Ottawa Baldwin and Lawrence. He will perform four readings weekly for about three months. The trip begins in Frankfort Indiana then Richmond and Michigan cities, with Pittsburg and Indianapolis on the schedule before returning to Anderson.
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James Whitcomb Riley
Topeka
Hiker University
Ottawa
Lawrence
Emporia
Anderson
Mr. Tiley
Riley
Ghout
Frankfort
Ind
Richmond
Michigan
Otte
Pitsburg
Indianapolis
Riley Reading Tour Planned for Midwest and Plains States
The journal notes James Whitcomb Riley plans a multi state reading tour beginning late September through December. Prices start at one dollar. Foley to accompany Riley with private secretary John M. Dickey. The trip includes Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska, with a past long tour in 1890-90 cited as highly successful.
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Indiansguhs Journal
James Whitcomb Riley
Ohio
Tinos
Michigan
Kansas
Missouri
Nebraska
Mr. Foley
Titnois
Chicago
Tiley
Alderson
Anderson
Soesa
Anderson Aa
Aes A
Sas
Illinois
John M. Dickey
Hiley
Mr. Riley
James Wahltcomb Riley
J. B. Pond
Indianapolis
Readings Vanquish Stage Fright for Mr Riley on Stage
Before readings Mr Riley fears forgetfulness and a poor appearance but once he begins reading he maintains control. He has worried about nerves for hours, pacing and trembling, yet his performances prove steady and confident in front of audiences.
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Mr. Riley
Colombia vows to perish for Latin American sovereignty
The Caracas official press prints a cable from President Merroquin of Colombia to President Castro stating the sacred cause of sovereignty and integrity of all Spanish American republics. Colombia says it is ready to perish rather than abandon its principle and asks sister nations to cooperate with proofs of sympathy in the patriotic work.
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Merroquin
Colombia
Castro
Panama
Latin America
Spanish America
Musical instructors stage lecture recitals in Topeka
Next Tuesday at the First Christian church E R Kroeger will present a lecture recital on The Emotional and Picturesque in Music as part of a series by Topeka musical instructors to benefit their pupils. Kroeger will play selections from the minstrels music and profits will fund future artists. aims include Willie Herold Bauer David Biopham Maude Powell and Mary Wood Chase. Also listed are Kansas City round trip tickets via Rock Island, a Bee toothbells game, and an ophthalmic treatment offer at 607 Jackson Street with Dr Mackas and Germshcide machines in the evenings.
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First Christian Church
E. R. Kroeger
Louisiana Purchase Exposition
Topeka
Willie Herold Bauer
America
David Biopham
Metropolitan Era
Maude Powell
Mary Wood Chase
Chicago
State Savings Bank official financial condition statement
Bank officials certify the official financial condition of the State Savings Bank of Kansas. The statement lists resources including cash, bonds, warrants, and certificates with details on interest and reserves. Subscribing cashier William Macferran certifies no liabilities beyond those shown, with notary public and state officials attesting to the report.
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Paine and
Kansas
Bhawnes
William Macferran
Mine blow up at Vindicator mine injures several people
Denver reports Governor Peabody received word from Cork Creek that an explosion at the Vindicator mine killed one man and injured seven or eight others. Officials say it was not accidental but the act of unknown persons.
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Denver
Peabody
Cork Creek
Arguing Over Will Decree Delays Probate Court Order
In New Haven on November 2, counsel for the widow and heirs could not agree with Judge Lavinenton W. Cleveland and Judge Henry Stoddard on the wording of the formal decree for the estate of Philo S. Hennett. Judge Stoddard submitted a note to the court indicating counsel Hewitt and Bryan could not reach agreement, signaling the court will must settle the form of the decree.
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New Haven
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Liv
Philo S. Hennett
Stoddard
Hewitt
Bryan
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