European tensions and political intrigue in a jumbled 1900s column
A fragmented note cites Europe disarmament talk, Dreyfus as a drawing card, and various U S and European figures. It discusses Col Bryan, President Roosevelt, Queen of the Netherlands, and Helen Gould funding public aid, with reflections on Spanish American War aftermath and Crete’s eastern question.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Col. Bryan
Marge
France
Dreyfus
Justin Tie
Europe
Dreyfun Scardel
Crete
The Boss in Politics and the Political Fundraiser
The Beet funds political campaigns, often through corporations, with a glow of anonymity. He distributes money across districts to influence legislation, shielding donors while ensuring favored bills pass. The boss uses the fund to secure influence, then presses for the preferred laws when legislatures convene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Press
Pollei- Pal
Hoss
Flo
Tito
Steve
Witty Advice and Jokes on Marriage Customs
A humorous Atchison society column riffs on married life and gender roles. It muses on who should draw the windows when storms pass, notes fading looks after years of marriage, and jokes about brides, bridesgrooms, and the propriety of a husband kissing another girl in his wife's presence. It ends with a boast about a wife marrying seven months before her husband uttered a swear.
Reflections of a Bachelor from the New York Prose
Fragment from a 19th to 20th century prose piece humorously contrasts gender roles. It jokes that a wife must act as she pleases, and hints at evolving burdens on men and women. The passage mocks stereotypes about household labor and the dynamics of marriage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N.Y
Public figures and habits mix across politics and theater
Henry Flagler dominates Florida land with government rents for soldiers camps while McKinley and cabinet members are named as tobacco users. A London paper cites unfamiliar details about Mills and Sills profits. Albert Chevalier recalls a memorable stage moment when mirrors revealed his image to him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry M. Flagler
Florida
Muskegon Firefighter Rescues Cat in Chicago Blaze
Fireman Thomas Mangin of Muskegon Michigan climbed a ladder through a water torrent to reach a terrified cat named Tabby on a burning Chicago building. He carried the frightened feline to safety amid cheering crowds as Chief Swente’s crew battled the flames.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Thomas Mangin
Muskegon
Mich
Swente
Tabby
Mangin
Hin
Death from toy trolley claims young girl's life
In Pittsburg Pennsylvania on September day a toy trolley cat killed Frances Windle, the eight or nine year old daughter of M. J. Windle, a machinist. The toy consisted of a painted box with holes and a candle inside. As the child played, the candle lit her dress, causing a fatal burn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Firma Frances Windle
M. J. Ent
Ie Avenue
Adiacheny
Sandie
Court Rules Against Collection In Illegal Sales Case
In Galena a murder case and a two party quarrel unfold. Justice Chamberlain presides over the note dispute between George P. Bush and H. H. McNutt for twenty three dollars sixty cents tied to a minor bill. The court finds the sales legal and no consideration exists, ruling for the defendant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chetops
Justice Chamberlain
George P. Bush
H. H. McNutt
A. R Bell
J. D. Conderman
Plaitiff
A. D. Neale
Mr. McNutt
Stanley Writes Letters to N Miller on Election Day
WW JG Stanley Republican candidate for governor writes from Wichita to Emporia acquaintance N Miller. He reports strong support among Hardin County men, railroad workers more favorable than two years ago, and plans to speak during the campaign though not at the Old Onlo settlers meeting. He sends regards to Mrs Miller and family and hopes to meet soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emporia
WW. JG. Stanley
N. Miller
Mr. Stanley
Wichita
Kan
Miller
Eroporia
Kansia
Patterson
Hardin County
Stanley
Kansas
Sith
Morrill
Murder in Galena as William shoots Koskey
In Galena on Monday night a husband named Williams killed M Koskey with a coal chunk after a domestic dispute. Koskey, a mill worker, fired four shots from his pistol, gravely wounding Williams who died shortly after. Police arrested Koskey, who appeared in jail after a preliminary hearing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Galena
Anil
Williams
Koskey
Delag
Isis
Jee
Willams
Koakey
Radley
Fine Barn Burned by Lightning at Pittaturg
Captain W. C Beck’s fine barn and adjoining buggy shed were destroyed by a lightning strike on Tuesday morning. Mrs. Capt Beck, in the residence, was stunned by the shock as the blaze began, and neighbors rushed to aid as the fire department battled to save the nearby home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Capt Beck
Pittaturg
Pittsburg
W. C Beck
Nehtning
Captain Beck
Montgomery County Wife Beater Charged In Peace War Rant
Independence, Sept 7. RB McDaniel of Sycamore was charged with assault and peace warrant by his wife. He pleaded guilty to assault, got a continuance to Sept 12 with $200 bond for peace. For the peace warrant he waived a hearing and posted $200 bond, to be reviewed at the November district court term.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Independence
W. RB. McDaniel
Sycamore
Gilmore Beater- Gay
Liddmore
William Wells Arrested for Cattle Theft in Saline County
Salina news reports William Wells Doogweas arrested on a charge of stealing nine head of cattle. The owner is listed as Oas Will Benson of Asauria, son of Bridgeport. Details about location and custody are sparse in the notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saline County
Salina
William Doogweas
Oas
Will Benson
Asauria
Ara Chnson
Bridgeport
Welly
Cattle shipment plans and arrest noted at Kansas City event
Leavenworth reports progress on Bishop-elect Cunningham consecration arrangements for September 21. A plan to issue tickets to control crowding and provide viewing access is being considered. An arrest charge related to stock tracking was mentioned. The committee aims to accommodate worshippers and ensure orderly attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City
Leavenworth
Cunningham
Punaay
Peor
Trial for Each Shirt Bert Knox Steals Three and the County Pays a Big Bill
Westmoreland Sept 7 In the case State v Bert Knox the defendant was found guilty of stealing three shirts from Swenson Brow at Garrison The trial had been stalled by hung juries before appeal to the district court The proceedings mention missteps and multiple juries in the Shiner court Short Grass Wheat Harvey County Bank President Trousdale earns wheat king title after threshing 19 600 bushels from 900 acres at 22 bushels per acre across Ward County
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Bert Knox
Westmoreland
Shiner
Swenson Brow
Garrison
Newton
J. Trousdale
Midland National Bank
Harvey County
Trousdale
Rawards County
Klondike gold haul figures in Mulvane visitor tale
George Etrpel of Mulvane returned from Dawson City with a bag of $20 gold pieces and a sack of small nuggets. He said he owned two claims and would resume Alaska trip in spring. Also notes Hutchinson & Southern Halfway debt settlement in Wichita and Abilene’s new electric light plant under construction with Smoky Hill river power.
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Newton
George Etrpel
Mulvane
Dawson City
Alba
Klondike
Alaska
Abilene
Smoky Hill
Brown's Mill
Governor issues call for Salem special legislative session
Salem Ore Sept 7 Governor Lord issued a proclamation calling the legislature to convene in a special session on September 26. The session will elect a United States senator to fill the vacancy caused by the last legislature's deadlock and will consider the regular appropriation bills to fund state government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salem
Ore
Lord
United States
Justice White Declines Peace Commission Post
Washington reports Justice White has likely declined the peace commission appointment, with President Day expected to announce a tender and acceptance soon. Acting Secretary Moore and McArthur prepare for July departure from New York, while talks focus on the Philippines and the commission's diplomatic, non judicial powers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peace Commission
Washington
Secretary Day
Department
Oll
State Department
Justice White
New York
Moore
M McArthur
Pippines
Ite
Sharks Scare Bathers At Belle Island Resort
Norwalk area report describes numerous shark sightings near Belle Island beach and a harpoon chase after a striking shark. Hollin B. Frederick and John Simb Jr. entered a boat that was pursued by a huge shark while Reed Haviland and J. H. Seeley later returned to shore. A general chase for more sharks is being organized.
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Man Eastern
Belle Island
Norwalk
Conn
Long East
Shandara
Hollin B. Frederick
New Yor Apa
John Simb, Jr
Newark
Berle
Reed Haviland
South Norwak
J. H. Seeley
Bridgeport
International bridge collapse near Hogansburg
A South span of the New York & Ottawa railway bridge across the St Lawrence River near Hogansburg fell with sixty men at work. Over thirty rescued to Cornwall hospital. twenty seven missing and feared dead. Many were Americans with some Indians from St Regis. The accident likely due to a washed away pier as swift current hampered rescue efforts.
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Hogapsburg
N. Y
New York & Ottawa Railway
St. Lawrence River
St. Regis
Cornwall Hospital
Pennsylvania
St Regis Reservation
Hogansburg
St. Regis Indian Reservation
Long Saulte Rapids
Reinhards Island
Messrs. Sopy
Bmnith & Co
Cornwall
Thomas P. Brady
Cyril Campbell
van. Jackson
Craig
W. Cubby
Phoenix Bridge Company
Hotel Dieu
Ransom for Prisoners in Philippines Set for Negotiation
Madrid authorizes Duke Almodovar de Rio to negotiate with Philippine insurgents to ransom about 6,000 Spanish prisoners and to send funds to Manila for relief of Spanish troops. Ministers will consult General Jaudenes on money transmission and cable Captain General Macias for details of the American regime in Puerto Rico.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spain
Madrid
Almodovar de Rio
Manila
Jaudenes
Philippine Islands
Macias
San Joan de Porto Rico
Porto Rico
Cry from Pennsylvania Congressman Williams Asks Ninth Sent Home
Washington dispatch notes absence of cabinet members at a routine meeting. President receives Foote and Morrin while Representative Williams of Pennsylvania asks for the Ninth Pennsylvania regiment to be mustered out quickly due to families in need from miners' districts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania
Williams
Washington
Gage
Alger
Smith
Allen
Navy
Moore
State Department
Foote
New York
Morrin
Minnesota
White House
Willams
Pennsytyvania
Pennsylvania Regiment
Osage County Fair Adopts Santa Case Sales
Burlingame and Return, $1.05. Account Osage county fair by Santa Case sold September 6 and 9. Electric fans now operated in Fanta Fe Route dining cars are desirable and reasonable accessories to provide unsurpassed service.
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Burlingame
Osage County Fair
Santa Case
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Topeka State Journal
Frank F. Maclennan
Voume XX
Ally Etitlen
Carrier
Topeks
Schurte
Toneka State Journal
Edrar Ree
Cother New Tork
A. FN Iee
Sopra Annes
Lion Court
Beninras
Peleherath
Hanne
Dhaene
Algor
War Fund
Mick Avidlers
Helen Gould
Shy
New York World
Pittabure Dikpateh
Cuba
Globe
Atchison Gisbe
Wemson
Heaven
Atchison
Ema di
Bew Net
Rina
McKinley
Atlorney
Rotary Gage
Day
Bills
Wilson
Department of Agriculture
Roger Q
Mills
Texas
Sills
Millichmiredom
London
Rallein Gardens
Urisk Galt
Albert Chevalier
Opeter
Lone Singers
Midlands
Michigan
Hood
Kansas News
Kosky Interferes
W. E. Stanley
Husband
Montgomery County
William Wells
Edwards County
Banta Fe
Walker
Graves
Hutchinson & Southern Halfway Company
Crista
Blackwell
Fynck City
Oregon
the St. Lawrence
Harper’s Weekly
Rufus F. Zogbaum
Carlton T.chapman
Frederic Remington
T. de Thurstrup
W.A. Rogers
Clyde
D. V. Hunt
Oura
EEKLY
Frank D. Miller
John F. Bass
O.k.davis
Philippines
John Fox, Jr
General Shafter
Harold Martin
St. Thomas
Harper & Brothers Franklin Sq
Kansas State Agricultural College
Agricultural
General Scientific
Thos. E. Will
Fifth and
Pierre Sts
Manhattan
Kans
Washburn College
Topeea
Ein
Staius
Topeka
M. Herrick
Gee Lapetas
Shoriman , Permansaup & Telegraph
Quincy
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