Pat Noonan Threat Letter Stirs Kansas Prohibition Debate
The Ecannix Journal reports Pat Noonan, Leavenworth liquor agent, writes to Scandia preacher Rev. Tanes Herr warning of political fallout. The letter accuses officials of deception, threatens to rally support against German voters and the Republican party, and mentions Prohibition policy shifts. Governor Pissler’s position is debated as supporters and opponents weigh party unity and church alignment amid the controversy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scandia
John Boyet
Klondike
Tim Barks
Leavenworth
Tanes Herr
Scandi Te
Eubjed
Pat Noonan
Kansas City
Kerr
Roskine
Republican Party
Breck
M & Church
Alford
Grand Gid
Pumble
Clay Center
Rosedale
Vincent of
Greatleaf
Hey
J. K. Miller
W. A. Crawford
Absient
Methodist
United Presbyterians
Rice
T Nees
Ecaniix-Journal
Sleepless Mystery Couples Sleep Deep. Chicago Pioneer Dead
From the New York Journal comes a grave tale of Mrs Blumenton whose sleep has stretched for days. Her husband and anxious neighbors wait as doctors declare a waking unlikely, while in Chicago a famed backer of plows, Jaren Smith, dies and is to be interred soon in a city mystery.
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The
New York Journal
Sarah
Anim
Rinmenion
Noo 1
Plice Street
Biarenkon
Biumenkon
Weil
Shy
Hiunenson
Tre Foxinn
Hlemenson
Chicago
Lophin. Het
Geren Binith
Plomeer Bet Ker
Borth
Kaiser Frederich Strikes Bottom in rough sea rescue
In heavy weather near York harbor an accident at sea left Walter Brederich stranded but unharmed after a swift rescue. A life saving effort by pre York authorities saved the situation with no injuries reported.
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Kaiser Frederich
Pre
York
Walter Brederich
New York
Bottot
Esse
Rhiw
North Topeka Notes and Local News Briefs
North Topeka column items from Kimball Printing detail local visits and arrivals. Mentions H and Kaker from Karns City, Mrs. Hassen taking a new job, a sermon at the poor farm, farm travel to Effingham Kansas, and Miss Bertha Tawley returning from a two week visit. Also notes Crescent Gallery reopening, Harrison street moves, football prep in Lawrence, and local cemetery trustees. Died: William Garrett, old soldier. funeral at Rev. Barker’s church.
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Kimball Printing Company
Kansas Avenue
Morris
Hoyt Wert
H. & Kaker
Karnas City
AJ. Hassen
New Khefey
Maver
Thomas
Effingham
Kaz
Jook
Bertha Tawley
Belsit
A.J. Kane
Dolman
Meriden
Roy Morris
Harry Putnam
Harton
Morrie
Monroe Street
Dott Watts Hag
Kansas City
J. H. Todd
Maurice
Juskeoh Street
Indiana
OP. Davin
Central Avenue
Crescent Gallery
G. Chapman
C. Paton
Manchester
Dickenson County
North Topeka
S16
Harrison Street
Mies
Fair
Ebird Street
L. A. Ryder
Roger Todd
Lawrence
University
Washburn College
John Powers
Hive
Powers
Mctiutosh
Western Avenue
Laurent Stopt
Barker
Topeka
Noble
Gitdie Noble Méttier
Mini Noble
Weeturn Pniunome
Mie Noble
Manhattan
Grant School
Sopekia
Dh. Bergundihal
Woodburn
HL Taylor
Case likely to appeal to supreme court in Clemens suit
Judge J West and assistant attorney general will attend the Wednesday Concordia session of the court of appeals. The case, brought by G C Clemens, concerns ousting Republican appointees from the state agricultural college, with a county Populist majority and attorney general predicting a Republican loss. A representative of the state may pursue immediate appeal to the supreme court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. &. West
Concordia
Court of Appeals
Therm
Wilde
Supreme Court
G. C Clemena
Mills Reopen After Eighteen Months in Kingston
Rodman Manufacturing resumes operations at North and South Kingston plant after an eighteen month shutdown. The facility, making doeskin jeans, employs about 100 workers. The Creek Gallery has also reopened under Chapman’s ownership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kingston
Rodman Manufacturing Company
North
South
Doeskin Jeans
Chicago Day Parade Divisions and Contingents Listed
Detailed roster of parade units in Chicago Day celebration including divisions, marshals, bands, guards, naval and military contingents, knights of Pythias, unity groups, university students, labor unions, and juvenile organizations. Names of marshals and participating bodies such as Seventh Illinois National Guard, University of Chicago, Northwestern University, Chicago Hussars, Chicago Zouaves, Knights of Pythias, Sons of Father Matthew, and the Chicago Federation of Labor appear alongside unit descriptions.
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Forts
Marshal W. J. Wilson
Stat
United States
Michigan
United States Navy
Morrill
Feasentien
Sane Pucant Ra Veliveteres
Hlingis
United States Life Saving Service
Charles Fitzsimmons
Winol National Guard
Ilindis National Guard
Ilinois National Guard
Wls
Fifth Artillery
Tiliinla Naval Militia
J. H. Barkley
Kntehts
Pythias
Meet His Neighbors In Chicago Reception For Mexican Canadian Delegations
A Chicago auditorium reception welcomed the Mexican delegation led by President Mariscal and the Canadian party under Premier Laurier. President McKinley and officials exchanged formal compliments as the two nations’ representatives, including Gen. Chamberlain and Montreal mayor Raymond Prefountain, met with U.S. officials. The Mexican group was presented amid cordial remarks, while the Canadian contingent discussed forthcoming events and the invitation extended to Omaha volunteers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Houther
Marierat
Luarier
McKinley
Auditorium
Annes
Ures
Gene Einer
Mr. McKinley
Mingo Barber
Mariscal
la- Yets
Colitesamar
Benito Juares
Cone Beery
Thoman Moran
Alonso Marie
el Goguree
Heibing Davalos
Callain Gholter
Mesioon
Washington
Senor Maria
Karbirsarlor
Tae
Misc Balun
United Basts
Mekinley
Mire
Ding
Chicasxoi
MecKinsey
Chamber Mekiboen
Liticher
Alphonke Feneder
Davids J Beata
Raymond Prefountain
Montreal
John Shaw
Cend
Peeler Jacker
Miwankee
Sud
Nebikaka
Siune
Nadia Ruprementa
Untitled note about Moral Component acknowledgment event
An unclear passage references Davin Henderson of Towa and a speaker addressing the house. It mentions acknowledgment of debts or obligations and a disturbance during a presiding session. The text is fragmentary and lacks verifiable details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davin Henderson
Towa
Epesker
Shook
Billboards topple in city wind prompting ordinance relief
A noon wind gust toppled five feet of billboards along Kansas avenue between Eleventh and Twelfth streets, crashing onto the sidewalk. No injuries were reported. Street Commissioner Snyder issued orders to move billboards four feet farther from sidewalks and five feet higher, enforcing a long ignored city ordinance. The gusts also whipped several awnings along Kansas avenue and nearby streets, tearing and knocking them down.
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Kansas Avenue
Eleventh
Twelfth
Snyder
Big Damage Suit In Probate Court Action
The case involves Abe Muley seeking ten in damages for contempt against Judge Dolman in a probate proceeding. Pulford faced arrest for contempt after failing to pay a fine while out on bail. Attorneys include ICEL SHCUFINE and Harry SaWord.
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Abe Muley
Dolman
Sherld Cook
Aether Simace
Frank J. Bennett
Friet Court
Pulford
Jodersen
Maatclet Pulford Saas
Icel
Costs and Expenses of State Charitable Institutions for September
The article lists September expenditures for state charitable institutions, detailing maintenance costs for Reform School at 2280 and 200.60 salaries, Blind School at 7844, asylum at 5572, and Dart and dunk school with salaries 1,523.06 and maintenance figures. Other entries show salaries and maintenance totaling several hundred to thousands, with scattered figures like 608 salaries and various maintenance charges.
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Statut
Reform Kchool
Eal Arien
Heer Barn
Karnival Knights Leader Calls Thursday Meeting
Charles K Holliday president of the Karnival Knights has called a meeting for next Thursday night at the Commercial club. He says we must get together and that the Knights can entertain Kansas regiment members with spontaneous schemes that may arise during the gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles K. Holliday
Karnival Knights
Fire at J C Darlings Corner Sparks Alarm
Fire department responded to a morning call about a blaze at J C Darlings at the corner of Eighth and Kansas. A wind blown awning toppled a telephone wire crossing an electric wall, burning the line but causing no other damage. Firemen searched the vicinity but the incident caused minimal harm. Residents are urged to provide clear guidance to emergency responders to avoid delays.
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J. C Darling
Eighth
Kansas
Surprise Ferns and Flowers for Rev Hurvitt at Sunday School
The Priari us ceromene of the Christian Church Sunday School brought Rev Mr Hurvitt a pleasant surprise during the hour. Children presented him with ferns and a bouquet, and Mrs Harlan, though ill, would join in thanks for the kind token.
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Christian Church
Marien
Mr. Hurvitt
Harlan
Question of Taxation Raised by Doniphan County Lawyer
Doniphan county county attorney submits a taxation question to the attorney general. J A Lyma appointed administrator of Lory Buck estate. The banked assets include potents mortgages and bonds awaiting taxation guidance. Also notes a physical culture school opening Monday October 9 with Bliss Leggett directing classes and medical gymnastics as prescribed.
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Doniphan County
J. A. Lyma
Lory Buck
Ste
Atchinon
Brewster
Atuerfuda
Bliss Alice Leggett
D Anderson
School of Physical Culture
Yale University
Wichita and Return $262 Via Santa Fe
An old item notes a passage about the Wichita and Return $262 Via Santa Fe. It mentions the Troy Steel company and the American Steel and Wire company, but the text is fragmentary with garbled phrases and unclear dates or places. The battered report includes references to a plant in Chicago and a dubious medical testimonial about Blevirie Bitters.
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Wichita
Santa Fe
Horrors of Loneliness on a World Voyage
Fragmentary diary excerpt from Joshua Slocum’s Spray voyage describes a lonely night at sea with increasing wind and a sinking mood as Neptune rises. The narrator recalls distant memories, contemplates fate, and finds solace in singing to calm the elements while porpoises and birds cluster around the drifting vessel. The text conveys isolation, weather, and introspective reflection aboard the Spray.
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Spray
Joshua Siocum
Ada
Neptune
Siufert
Agdin
Satna
Rousia
Fach Er Ely
Simon Greenspan Back In Topeka Will Stay Until Death
Simon Greenspan returns to Topeka under his wife’s protection. He claims his wife knew his whereabouts, denies drawing checks in her name, and asserts he will remain in Topeka for life. Earlier, his wife publicized nonresponsibility for his actions. Separately, Key West reports 28 new yellow fever cases and three deaths.
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Simon Greenspan
Topeka
Greenspan
Washington
Marine Hospital Services
Key West
Market Report From Kansas City Livestock Exchange
Receipts for hogs and cattle mix with weak to steady tones. Hog receipts about 12 070 with prices near 2.72 for certain classes. Cattle receipts around 2 000 with mixed grades and some declines. Sheep and lamb receipts noted, oats and wheat described with market conditions across regions. Sugar, money market, and miscellaneous commodity notes included.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roewipte
S.dhaa
SS. SR
Shipineste & Sgwep
Shinmenis Sn
Kansas City
Kane City
Mills Dry Goods News Nineteenth Century Style
Mills Dry Goods Co announces a special edition on dress goods dated Monday October 9th. The notice promises important updates and noteworthy selections for shoppers seeking new fabrics and trends.
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the Mills Dry Goods CO
Festival in Color Tones Exhibition
A festival in color tones invites viewers to an exhibition where color harmonies please the eye as tone harmonies please the ear. The description promises a vivid display with vibrant作品 and curated works designed to engage aesthetic sensibilities.
Dress Goods Exhibition Showcases Exquisite Fabrics and Colors
Our dress goods department overflows with stylish materials and novelties this week. A Saturday customer praised our superior line of linens and dress goods, noting she previously shopped elsewhere but found better selection here. See this fabric showcase for rich costumes, tailor suits, street dresses, skirts, silks for waists, dresses, and combinations.
Grain Market Rumors and Policy Talk Echo Trade
Market gossip notes grain trade activity led by buyers and shippers of corn and wheat. The piece references bonds, Treasury support, and price shifts as markets react to supply signals and policy expectations, with mentions of key hubs like Chicago, New York, and Kansas City and figures such as J.C. Soinga.
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Aiwa
Lawlon “Amaritane
Londen Dalowe
New York
D. H. Williston & Heavy
Etones
Elearances
Duluth
Kansas City
Wheat. Com
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Nm Tas
SNC
Liese
Oxford
Agricultural College
Gchapman
Tnman
Grand Army of the Republic
Timnets
G. M. Moulton
A E Fulford
Ki. K’s
Rev
John Oliver
Iatieip Hem
AEE
Today's Market Report
Aman
Kent
Ea Wolff Pi
EEE Wott Peston Co Heavy and Mediucm
Sunaeus
Fromds Carter
Tasephie
Ty Ds
Commie Kan
Ae Etterelen
Bara Leney
J.C. Soinga
Neston Merchant
Ty J
Federal Siew Bis
Aichison
Pacific
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