Topeka State Journal Clippings Large Rail and Politics Scene
The State Journal reports on a wide range of topics from labor disputes and arbitration to railroad mergers and Indian Affairs budgets. It notes Wayne MacVeagh's Scranton interrogation, Pierpont Morgan's New York visits, and the push toward out of court settlement on mergers. The piece touches on currency reform, canal commission politics, and the era’s broader fiscal and administrative concerns.
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Wopoen
Wayne MacVeagh
John Biltchell
Scranton
New York
Pierpont Morgan
Sr. Moreau
Untunded Possibilities on United States Life and Industry
A Berlin weekly series edited by Tudwis Max CGntdheraer and others reviews portraits of the United States. Extracts describe a nation driven by concentrated intelligence and mechanization, claiming rapid industrial growth yet suggesting pressures on labor. The piece cites English language output and notes on commerce and finance reporting.
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Tudwis Max Cgntdheraer
Wertin
Imperial Geerman
Berenobiehid
Ite Fort
Sigmuary
Goldbereer
Wien
Berlin
United States
Porte Rick
Mayall
United States Dominates Global Resource Shifts in 1900s
The United States leads world totals in wheat, iron ore, and metal output. It produced 75 percent of wheat, 42 percent of iron ore, and significant shares of tin and copper, with rising gold and silver values through 1909 and 1901 estimates. The passage notes substantial U.S. contributions and shifts in global production, highlighting dominance in key commodities and metals across the early 20th century.
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Philippine
Vis
United States
United
Vedt
Spain
Turbulent Rural Drift In Wooded Village Tale
Raw script describes a chaotic village scene with a county farmer, bounty payments, a murder trial reference, a political street scene, and scattered encounters. It mentions a 3000 bushel claim, a large hawk, and various local names, places, and events in a fragmented 19th century newspaper fragment.
Choked on Church Candy In Chester Social Scene
Eva John, daughter of Deshong Street, attended a Union church social. While at the event she choked on candy and required assistance from friends. It took about an hour to remove the object from her throat.
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Chester
Eva Johnsont
Deshong Street
Union Church
Peient
Kane to Kansas City Theatrical Manager Leaves
Popular local manager A Kane departs to run the Gertrude Berkeley play house in Kansas City. The former Century building will host a stock company. It is understood he will retain interest in the Grand Opera house and oversee both Kansas City and Topeka theaters.
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A & Kane
Treeba Ik
Maneeo
Gertrude Berkeley
Kunay City
Certury
Maintais
Kansas City
Topeka
Flooded Washita Hue valleys threaten Ardmore area
A serious flood drains the Washita and Hue valleys and covers Chickasaw nation for miles with persistent rain. Rivers swell, homes abandoned, bridges damaged, and railroad traffic halted. No lives reported, but heavy rains may hurt cotton.
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Ardmore
I. J
Washita
Hue
Chocin
Prisco Road
New Oakland Church Forms in Oakland Harrison's Hall
Rev Charles A Finch presides over the organization of a new Servicw society at Oakland in Harrison's hall after four fortnights of special services. Revs Finch Mallory and Ireland lead spiritual care with about 1,200 total Christian church members in Topeka. A church building will be erected, while services will be held at Marti sents hall in the interim. Deacons named Grant Webb Gyorke Anderson and Mr Kay, with Webster elected secretary and treasurer. Sunday school organized with Miss Moiriel Thisick as secretary. The move serves Oakland nominating members for convenient worship.
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Charles A. Finch
View Chrigthin
Harrison's Hall
Oakland
Mr. Finch
Frank Mallory
William Ireland
Uirec
Grant Webb
Gyorke Anderson
Mrr. Kay
Webster
Martisents Hall
Charles A. Fireh
JT. Pnevis
Wolfire
Webster Warfles
William Murdock Backs Pringle For Speaker Role
Representative William Murdock of Washington County declares support for J T Pringle as speaker. He says the speaker should align with Governor Bettes, while many lawmakers urge the speaker to avoid ties to senatorial candidates and be allied with Governor Bulley.
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William Murdock
Cutton
Washington County
J.T. Pringle
Bettes
Bulley
Pringle
Ocean Grove Considers Gas Introduction Plan
At Ocean Grove Camp Meeting the association voted to investigate ways to introduce gas in the grove, aligning with town residents’ long expressed wishes. In Mucheon, Wisconsin, 180 creamery operations were sold by the DeMint High Creamery Company to Chicago bidders for 846000, funding a new creamery organization.
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Association
Ocean Rove
N. J
Ocean Grove
Wayn
Mucheon
Wie
de Mnet High Creamery Company
Tela
Judge Son
Federal Mint
Cote & McGibbon
Chiieo
Hood's Sarsaparilla Promised Cure for Eczema Claims
A testimonial notice asserts that Hood's Sarsaparilla and Pills cleanse the blood to treat eruptions such as eczema and scaly tetter. It cites cured individuals including J. G. Hines Franks Jr and Miss Alvinia Walter of Algona Wisconsin and claims many more testimonials support the remedy.
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Hood
J.G. Hines
Franks,Jr
Alvinia Walter
Algona
Wis
Mood
Sarsaperitla
Krupp Heir Krupp Will Not Be Turned Into Stock
Berlin reports Emperor William will attend Herr Krupp’s funeral held at the old family house. The will reportedly bars conversion of the works into a joint stock company for 35 years with estate revenues to his widow and then to the eldest daughter. The estate value is about 75 million marks plus securities, while doctors hint at possible suicide or medical cause, with prosecutors delaying public accusations.
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Berlin
William
Herr Krupp
Witew
Nail
Daugh
Merc Krupp
Cologne
Whetier
Krupp
Korn
Mattherb
Barker Announces Candidacy for Speaker of House
Lawrence Nov 4 George J Barker today makes formal announcement of his candidacy for speaker of the House of Representatives not in the interest of any senatorial candidate. The action was not unexpected and it is generally conceded he would seek re election. It was noted Congressman Curtis would stand to enter. His office had not been opened today.
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Lawrence
George J. Barker
Peaker
The
Louse of Representatives
Judge Barker
Curtis
Kempton Sentenced After Prohibition Violation Case
Kempton was sentenced this morning on a prohibition violation charge and remanded to county jail. Assistant Attorney General A. Te. Redden presented the case. Kempton remained in custody as bondsmen arranged a new bond.
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Kempton
A. Te. Redden
Kenising
Tater
President Mitchell Heads to Washington
From Scranton Pennsylvania on November 2 President Mitchell travels with Clarence Tractow and Morcy Th Loyd and is to arrive in Washington at 1240 a.m. He did not disclose the purpose of the trip.
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Scranton
Mitchell
Clarence
Tractow
Morcy
Washington
Laird Left the State in Extortion Case
The affair involving Red Laird who tried to extort money from packer Charles Wolff by threatening to kill his son was finally addressed by Judge Hazen this morning. County Attorney Nichols sought explanation for the delay while Wolff and his attorney pressed for resolution. Laird reportedly left the state and the case had been held over for terms.
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Laird
Charles Wolff
Nichols
Hazen
Ben Hanetne
Wolff
No Canvass Delayed In State Election Returns
State bond of charities will not canvass today as election returns from Alchisom and Baker counties are delayed. Board adjourns until full returns arrive. outcome may influence siting of further action by the governor. Charter Board debates rescinding Lake Keen Irrigation company charter with Keen and Stilwell panel opposing and creditors pressing for action.
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Alchisom
Baker
Charter Board
State Charter
Ue Lake Keen Irrigation Commany
Keer and
Stilwell
Deaths and Funerals Summary From Local Notices
Charles Smoith aged 1 died last night at WR Kansas Avenue. Funeral set for Tuesday afternoon at Willitts and Corn undertaking rooms with Rochester burial. Martha Jones died this morning at 2 at 536 Monroe Street from stomach trouble. funeral tomorrow with interment in Rochester. Guy Robinette, son of Be and Mrs. Tan dipprhieria, to be attended. Bailey's father alive but condition critical per W J Thales. July sentence for Jani teident Jobe in Washington jail. verdict of second degree murder.
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Charles Smoith
Kansas Avenue
Willitts & Cornwell
Rochester
Martha Jones
Monroe Street
Teachers Meet For Thanksgiving Association Programs
Various Thanksgiving teachers associations plan meetings Thursday and Friday this week with programmes seen as unusually interesting. Lectures include Bryan at Hutchinson, with associations at Chanute Burlington Clay Center Colby Dike City Wilton and Nest City. Presidents listed include Superintendents Nelson Bushey Stacey Hemphill Sinclair Wheeler Emit and others guiding executive committees.
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Nelson
Bryan
Hutchinson Association
Central Kansas
Syill Tieet
Hutchinson
A. H. Bushey
Peabody
Lee Dayhof
Heno County
Krusas
Chanute
W. A Stacey
Burlington
M. Bower
Port Scott
North Central Association
Clay Center
Mise Helen N. Hacker
Ottawa County
D. Oo
Hemphill
City County
Southwestern Kansas Association
Meee
el Dorado
J. A. Ferrell
Sedan
W. AG Sinclar
al Dorado
Northwent Kansas Association
Wit Mist
Colby
I Wehmond
Hooks County
Preminai W. Hikte
Nort County
Pith School
Nouthwent
Kansas Association
Dike City
A. J
Wheeler
Garden City
Thee
Ae Wilton
Emit
Hassell County
J. J. Chayford
Hays City
Western Kanne Association
Nest City
Owing
Suteye
READY FOR SPIES Henry Allen Claims Bailey Telephone Conversations Overheard
Henry Allen alleges Bailey’s telephone lines are being monitored by outsiders while he communicates with WJ Daily. He says a listener can hear conversations via long distance lines and hints at a broader spying scheme.
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Henry Allen
Bailey
Henry Alen
Allen Sayt
Allen Sai
Sversthliur
Curtis Grind
Allen Letens
Knights Rally at Osage City Led by Penwell
A grant rally of the Knights of Py thos will be held at Osage City with the Topeka Knights led by District Commander L M Penwell. Members in uniform will assemble at Sixth and Quincy, march to Santa Fe depot, board No 3 to Osage City for a banquet and rank conferrals.
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Knights of Pythos
Omg
L. M. Penwell
Cala Company
K.P
Armey
Quincy
Trenes
Santa Fe
Osage City
Orage City
Totorre
Wright Will Stay as County Clerk Assistant
A conference this morning decided John Wright will remain in the county clerk's office as assistant to A Newman. Newman stated Wright agreed to stay until he is thoroughly familiar with the post and has settled duties. The commission members, though unsure of future staffing, retained Wright in the office while Newman continues in charge.
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A. Newman
Danuagy
John Wright
Mle
Newman
Wright
Gene
Wiper
Minor Appointments Across Kansas and Nearby Regions
A list of small staffing changes includes W. Willenson named storekeeper at Kaevnes Cy Missouri and Pek af Pana. Tih hme Kimcher assigned to Hwsnetl Kean and Wece. Lawrence, Kan appoints a carpenter at Ifonteld INS MLachont. A man joined pedi committees and allied with the 11 ty Lee company at Saling amid statewide realignment and local polling activity.
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Washington
W. Willenson
Kaevnes Cy
Kimcher
Hwsnetl
Kean
Snd
Wece
Lawrence
Kan
Ifonteld Ins Mlachont
Pedi Comities
Dovernurried
Tuskiey
Ty Lee Company
Saling
Unclear Filing Poses Doubt on Incoming Administration Hires
Fragmentary report notes Keiuns Wtonre making a claim about a good job for an incoming administration. Mr Kimball’s friends deny any such implications and a new line of business moves appears as a separate item with a misread name and unclear context. Further details are missing to confirm facts or identify persons involved.
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Keiuns
Kimball
Ole Inti
Bie
Stetemale Coundeelluners
Goonpany AE Saes
Local items and notices from Topeka eventful day
Topeka reports include visits by A Lasetar and wife of Kinsley and Frank Hungate of Albuquerque. Carrie Ford, hotel housekeeper, is ill with pneumonia at Christ hospital. A meeting of Moxter cemetery seekers is set for Tuesday November 25. The Socialist candidate for governor, John Marr, spent $125 in the campaign. A 25 member boys chorus from Beforn school performs at a charity meeting. Shawnee camp No 2800 plans a Thanksgiving ball at 746 Kanan avenue. County balance notice cited. Santa Fe announces special football train. Alumni meeting of Pri Kippa Ped fraternity to Katear City Wednesday. University wells and related sewer work discussed. cost depends on rock and earthwork. Frank Lang opens New Deford Notes at 605-405 Kananay with hotel and cafe plans. Jubilee preparations by St John’s A ME conclude December 10 to raise church debt with queen election and Jephtha’s laughter by the choir.
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Fmm
Wiehite
Tonz
A. Lasetar
Kinsley
Topeka
Frank TE Hungate
Albuquerque
Gis E. Hungate
W. F. Bellaire
Missouri Pagitte
Moxter
Seckery
C.F. Stayton
IBM Chiy
Tse
Carrie Ford
Filin Avenue
Christ Hospital
John M. Marr
Beforn
Firet Methodise
Ashe
Maxwell
Labs
John
Shawnee
Weoimen
Amelia
Kanan Avenue
Wright
Shawnee County
Santa Fe
Wittsun & Apesial
Kansas
Katear City
Wolhemlay
Wells
Glaey
University
G “Braailway
William Tinrunean
Sie Manis Associated Press
The
State Journal
Salt Lake City
Utah
be= combs
Associated Prom
Geo. W. Hart
E . Cable
Lewimoworth
J. M. Carey
St. Joseph
Pelle
Salvation Army
Anny Wre
Cy Ineineer McCehe
Orchard Place
Walnut Grove
Mir McCabe
Frank Lang
Deford
Bans Sevuret
Lang
Ainine
St. John's A
Caren
Menor
Tms
Prentis
Jephtha
Choi
Fires Reported Near Topeka Address On Lincoln Street
A scrve caused a small fire at a residence on Topeka Avenue near Lincoln Street. Fire department bulletin notes brief blaze with minimal damage and no injuries.
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Judie A
Bergen
Ofelock
Topeka Avenia
Fe Fee
Labor Commissioner Johnson targets contractors in Topeka
A union source says Labor Commissioner W I A Johnson launched a campaign to enforce the eight hour law against municipal contractors in Topeka, hoping to boost his re election. He claims enforcement will reveal violations across several contracts and cites pay scales as evidence, while contractors deny underpay.
Heery Spent Nothing in Campaign Despite Allegations
The article notes that M. Heery, Democratic candidate for county treasurer, claims he spent nothing in the campaign. It reports a record showing the Populist Committees spent only 13.60 for incidentals and lists other spending by F. E. Cook and H. P. Miller, with Miller noted for county clerk candidacy.
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M. Heery
F. E. Cook
People’ Party
Shirwore
Ham
H. P. Miller
Epent
Judge Hazen Orders Buckner Trial Return
Judge Hazen tells county attorney to retry Buckner after overturning a prior guilty verdict. The court cites errors by a key witness and signals a renewed trial, with emphasis on correcting the previous procedural issue. Rail travel details reference sleeping car rates to Chicago, St. Paul, and Minneapolis.
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St. Paul
Minneapolis
Chicago
J. P. Ebner
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