Heavily Funded Bets Spark Morrill Election Push
Republican workers flood headquarters with bets on Major Morrill and the state ticket. Figures show $7,000 wired since last night and promises of up to $10,000 from supporters. Breidenthal declines to bet while Populists eye strong opposition money. police and officials discussed betting but no arrests occurred.
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Stark Jovan
Major Morrill
Morrill
Cyrun Leland
Republican Atate Central Committees
We State Journal
Allon
J. M. Simpson
Pischeytou
Ps Simpson
W. E Sterne
State Central Committee
Chaitizan Breidanthal
Lim
Chaitiian Breitanthal
Mesera
Simpai
Stelle
Ochere
Marshall County
Storrill
S. Lt. Snider
Lewelling
Topeka
H. A. Dykes
H. Lindsey
JoveNa
Gee
Af Pratt
Othae
Lilva
Cram
Crameaye
C.F. Johson
Firat
Kansas
Betting on 1880 election unsettled among parties
An October Jolanda article notes Bowyer offering to bet Morrill's election at 1090 dollars and recounts Bets by Populists and others. Dyer and Mollison linked to the stakes, with attempts to back Morrill or Lewelling and discussions on plurality goals and secretary of state roles. Financial bets show political wagering among local figures.
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MaSeemie
Burr
Rae
Bowyer
Smith Cesster
Morrill
J. D Mollison
Dyer
DB K Dyer
J. D. Molinos
Acsig
Ma Uyer
Partes
Merrill
Beer
Morris
Morell
Lewelling
J B. Stollison
Guy Thore
Smoked Out Fire Damages Suspected Dump Site Near Creek
A grass and brush blaze near the Shubzusuke Creek at Eightwedth and Munr threatened nearby structures after embers from a dump ignited dry material. Fire teams battled for hours. two large water streams kept the blaze from spreading. A local settler narrowly escaped injury as embers rekindled, with authorities and neighbors planning to pursue damages claims.
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Idle Place
Halloween policing plan by metropolitan force
The metropolitan police prepare for Halloween with twenty extra officers on duty tonight. Regulars will handle increased work as a local area around Julie Knaminger is set for occupancy while awaiting court action tomorrow, with preparations emphasized for crowd control and safety.
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Eageemi
Moels
Vancayor
Jiler Woodfull
Julie Knaminger
Fad in Chicago Schools Pupils to Learn Typewriting Today
In Chicago, pupils will study typewriting at the Hapetse of He Putrthe Caicace. The Chicago board of education, citing typewriting as essential as penmanship, opened bids. One company donated machines and agreed to maintain them for three years, signaling a shift from traditional reading and arithmetic to typing instruction.
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Chicago
Board of Education
Snsius
Police Court Notables Blur In Morning Session
Ben Hudson and Andreoneo were arrested after officers found them attempting to steal harness. The case was continued until Friday. Johnny McClure faced arrest for disturbing a Salvation Army meeting after a hoarse hammering sensation at the event. He posted bail in police court.
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Bueminger
Ben Hudson
Car Andeoreoo
Johnny McClure
Salvation Acmy
Santa Fe Hearing In Able Presentation For Defendants
A Santa Fe hearing unfolds as an Able Presentation for the defendants, outlining key arguments and evidentiary posture. The session focuses on motions, witness testimonies, and potential rulings, with local officials and legal teams presenting concerns and responses.
Santa Fe Voting Case Clash Over Charter Rights
In a Santa Fe district court session Judge Foster and Judge Poster hear Eugene Ware defend against a cumulative voting plan by Santa Fe directors. Ware argues the 1859 Kansas charter and perpetual railroad rights protect voting by old method, while General Tracy counters state uniform director elections. Adjournment set for 2 pm with Hubert Dunip and Gen Tracy to speak. next session to consider references and possible deferral to Monday.
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Santa Fe
Poster
Eugens Ware
Mr. Ware
General Tracy
State of
Kansas
Wars
Kansas Medical College
Kn Union
Anpreme Court of Kansas
Kasas Medical College
Ware
Ite
Peonsy Waria
Yuilroad
Keness
United States
Wace
Hubert Dunip
Santa Fe Law Department
Tracy
United States Court
Ile
Foster
Wedding at Carlisle's Quietly Unites Thompson and Davis
Miss Alattie Thompson of Kentucky wed Van Ledward Davis of Colorado in a Carlisle residence ceremony. Colonel Philip B Thompson, her father, longtime Kentuckian and ex congressman, attended. The couple exchanged vows under gaslight in an adorned drawing room with draperies, white roses, orchids, and laurel vines.
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Mattie Thomypson
W. J. Davis
Washington
Washinates
Victor
Carlisle'a
K Street
Alattie Thompson
Kentucky
van Ledward Davis
Colorado
Thompson
Philip B Thompson
Dnl Ab
Congress
Bir
Davis
New York World Publishing Company
Coo
Gasight
All Saints Day Observed With Masses and Vespers
Tomorrow marks All Saints Day in Catholic circles with masses at 6 and 8 o clock and a 7 30 p m vesper service. All Souls Day Friday will include afternoon blessings at the Catholic cemetery west of the city by Father Hayden.
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Tomsreew
Father Hayden
Republiony
Fliudays
Topea
Brobke
H. M. Phillips
M.D. Hyus
Kil Lea
Dr. Ald
Huntoun
FL M. Stout
Bartley Coyne
W. SM. Lytie
C P. . BJ. Sprenz
John Sutherin
Topeke
Ipiain
C. H. Titus
A. «. Hodkers
Ges. Weed
E. Stewart
Poursh
Flambeau Brigade
A. M. Fuller
Idea
F. D. Wyatt
Andrew Jordan
John Trout
Life About Gone as Czar's Death Expected Soon
A Pall Mall Gazette dispatch from Livadia and later reports from St. Petersburg describe the czar's left lung severely inflamed and life in jeopardy. Official bulletins note episodes of bleeding easing, prayers offered by church leaders, and widespread public anxiety as rumors of a proposed marriage to Princess Alix prove unfounded. A circulated refugee letter brands the czar a tyrant facing imminent demise and urges revolution, while dictating the fate of his heirs and Russia's future.
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Pall Mall Gazette
Livadia
St. Perensora
St. Petersburg
Father Palladius
Holy Synod
Cathedral of
Isaac
Paters- Hare
Ening
Aguila
Alix
Trdr
Ly Wavaikieros
Cantaeugene
Switzerland
London
Ir Brothers
Tian
Cxurewitch
Vladimir
Michiel
Korman
Pies for Funds Rally by Oklahoma Populists
The Oklahoma Populists general committee launches a fundraising drive sending over 2,000 letters to farmers. The appeal frames the election as emancipation from oppressive taxation and requests financial support, offering wheat, meat, chickens, or turkeys in lieu of cash from each member.
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Oklahorn
Germix
Okla
Oklahoma Populists’ General Committee
Childdren Siall
Empress’s Suicide After Imperial Rebuke Causes Scandal
A Shanghai dispatch reports the young empress of China committed suicide after being rebuked by the emperor who slapped her. The incident follows news of a Japanese search for the Chinese fleet as New Year greetings arrive. In another item, Charley Sampson and Flor Long quarrel over a rented house on Jefferson Street. Sampson alleges unpaid rent and damage, while Jim Long, an elderly tenant, is described as disorderly and evicted amid a court dispute.
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Shanghai
Saya
China
Charley Sampson
Flor Long
Jim Long
Charles Sampson
Jefferaon Street
Mr. Sampson
Jim
Sir Sampson
Justice Chesney
Justicea Chesney
No Longer Downtrodden in Suburbs and Reform Bets
A Chicago Tribune piece imagines domestic satire where a suburban couple debate gender roles, cook’s service, and political loyalties. A wife asserts independence while a husband jokes about reform, with talk of a ward club vote and a tepid tea rally.
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Flutterleya
Flutterley
Chesterfield
Lad
Warmen
Chicago Tribune
Cleveland an umpire may arbitrate Brazil Italy dispute
An article notes Brazil and Italy may seek arbitration over riots that killed Italians. It mentions Brazil’s demand for indemnity and the suggestion of arbitration, with President Cleveland as a possible arbitrator if both nations agree. Prescott and Co moved to 118 West Eighth Street.
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Sracil
Italy
Wasuiseron
Mendeses
Brazil
France
Aed
Prescott & Co
West Eighth Street
Noted Topeka Death Linked To Poison Inquiries
A Topeka obituary notes the death of Lichty under suspicions of poisoning. Autopsy found stomach contents seized for chemical analysis as authorities trace possible involvement by his wife and in laws. The case arises after years in St Louis and connections to local figures.
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Lichty
StanEs
St. Lows
J. HM Ouki
Mr. Lichty
Topeka
Wess
A. Ts.v
Aduiluis
Counterfeit Rack Found in City Prisoner Loot
Police detained Joe Sheldon and Henry Stunelowek after an attempted counterfeit scheme involving fake coins and a die. Dr Brownfield led the inquiry as suspects were traced from a bank in Citizen's Bank to North Topeka with plans to spend funds. authorities say the boys, about 20 years old, face charges from the federal side. The case continues as U S authorities request patience while investigation proceeds.
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Qatiar
Citizen's Bank
Topeka
Alois
Brovwnfeld
Maciny Gare
Mrs Jeff and the Woman Suffrage Fight in Virginia
The letter from Mrs Davis refutes a report about her daughter Winnie and defends woman suffrage, arguing it would be harmful if granted. The passage contrasts views on female voting with domestic life and public policy, citing concerns about moral influence and societal impact.
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Winnie
Wingill
Davis Mayo Talae
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