Rock Island wins first damages suit over Volland wreck
A Rock Island damages suit over the Volland wreck yielded a Kansas district court verdict in favor of the railroad. The plaintiff W E Bryant of Weatherford Ok seeks 35000. Jury found the accident not due to Rock Island negligence and the case will go to the supreme court. The firm says the verdict may set a precedent for future rail damage cases.
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Volland
Supreme Court
W. E. Bryant
Weatherford
Sumner County
Kansas
Rock Island Trails
Veiland
Fallroad
Sory
Fitigaos
Transcript Demand and Recordkeeping Flaws Cited
Mr Murphy writes to the Journal criticizing the need for an official transcript of legislative journals and noting the impossibility of creating it without the original records. He cites delays due to lack of appropriation and says a proper session record was filed within sixty days after adjournment, while the contest court transcript delayed.
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Murphy
Supreme Court
Ex-Congressman Botkin Joins Conservatives Expansion Talk
Local chatter says former congressman Botkin aligned with Conservative candidates after an Ottawa expansion speech. No official copy exists and recollections vary, but supporters and opponents debate his stance and potential renomination prospects amid populist sentiment.
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Botkin
J. D. Botkin
Ottawa
Mer. Botkin
City Proposes Gas Price Regulation Faces Firm Stand
A gig company refuses to comply with the city plan to regulate gas prices after ample supplies were found in the tawneite area. The council offered $50,000 for the plant and expects to proceed with independent system construction if terms cannot be reached.
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Gig Company
Tawneite
Delicate operation saves man with two stomachs in Chicago
Seth Stratton, a longtime patient since childhood, was found to have two stomachs due to esophageal contraction that prevented food passage. Surgeons removed the second stomach and corrected the esophagus, ending a life threatening condition. An X ray later confirmed the abnormality, and Stratton is recovering with funds arranged to cover the operation.
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Seth Stratton
Stratton
Chitrai
Inspector 2
Chicago Gas Company
Wichita Street Fair Carnival and Midway Details
Wichita event notes a street fair and midway from October 16 to 21 with fare via Santa Fe about four dollars and sixty-two cents. Tickets go on sale October 15 to 21 with a special free hair cars and sieppers offer on all trains. Agent T. L. Sing provides details.
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Carnival and Midway
Santa Fe
T. L. Sing
In His Forthcoming Communication to Congress NOW IN PREPARATION
President McKinley will begin preparing an important message to congress. Heads of departments are compiling data for the chief executive. Subordinate officials have been gathering details and will present them for the president’s review.
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Washington
McKinley
Congress
Philippines to Establish Sovereignty and Civil Government
The document outlines US policy on the Philippines, Porto Rico, and Hawaii with calls for sovereignty, civil government following military rule, and local self-government. It notes the Philippine commission’s upcoming report, continued military occupation until progress toward independence, and potential annexation discussions. It also covers foreign affairs, Samoa, Alaska boundaries, commerce, finance, trusts regulation, and interoceanic canal plans.
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Washington
Congress
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Porto Rico
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Senate
Grani- Heation
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Alaska
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United States
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Republican Caucus Committee
House of Representatives
Finance Committee
Nation of the army delayed after war cloud and medals urged
Recommendations to honor volunteers from regulars and militia with special medals after peace with Spain. Proposals include more cruisers for Olympia authority armor purchases and officer increases. Likely pending notations include nominations of Rear Admirals Sampson and Schley and memorials in Washington to Arlington cemetery. A Memorial Bridge to symbolize reunion of north and south urged.
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Sampson
Schisy
Santiago
Washington
Arlington National Cemetery
Dramatic Events At Crawford Tonight And Grand Opera Sat
Tonight at the Crawford theater the show A Texas Steer will debut after years with Hoyt farce and vaudeville features. Katie Putnam stars as Bossy while Maverick Brander is played by Jas R McCann. Myles McCarthy stars in Dear Hearts of Ireland at the Grand Opera House Saturday night, praised as an Irish romance with Barney Firan and song. Owe Merry Tramps comes to Crawford next Monday and Tuesday evenings with vaudeville and numbers.
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Texas
Hoyt
Katie Puthim
Maverick Brander
Jas. R. McCann
Myles McCarthy
Grand Opera House
McCarthy
Barney Firan
Pete
Henitinus
Rock Island Route sells round trip to Wichita at one fare
The Rock Island Route announces ticket sales to Wichita for a single fare of 34.62 for a round trip. Tickets go on sale October 15 to October 71 inclusive, valid for return through October. Special sale of steel and malleable iron ranges this week. W A L Thompson Pye Co. Ave. Advertisement for Dr. Wood's Norway Pine Syrup cough remedy.
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Wichita Street
Carnival
Wichita
W. A. L. Thompson Pye CO
Dr. Wood
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