Bedwell asylum case prompts probe into mistreatment
Charles Bradshaw, an attendant at the Bedwell private insane asylum, is arrested on charges tied to severe injuries of Jacob Rhynerson, a 91 year old resident. Officials probe license legality and state oversight, while relatives press prosecution amid calls to shut the facility.
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Jacob Rhynesson
Bedwell
Nichola
Charles Bradshaw
Wright
Jacob Rhynerson
Sraman
Nret
Jacob Rynerson
B. A. Bedwell
Rynerson
L. Delman
Iusane Asylum
A. J. Warren
Tecumseh
Topeka
Schoch
W. F. Schoch
Bedwell Asylum
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Han
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Amos
Atatutes Neone Uus
Insane Hospitals License Law For Private Institutions
The state board of charities and corrections may license private hospitals and asylums for mentally ill persons. Licenses require building plans, capacity, and sex separation details, with examinations by the board. After six months, operating without a license is a misdemeanor with a ten dollar daily fine. county attorneys must prosecute. County officials dispute Bedwell Institution’s license status.
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State Board
Association of
Bedwell Institution
State Board of Charites
Fucan
Court House
Haines
Bedwell
Commissioner Hale
Sttormey
Frost Threat Promises Cold Night and Warmer Tomorrow
Early risers report frostlike traces though forecasters say it was not frost. Government forecast predicts a real frost tonight with warmer temperatures tomorrow. Reports from the benes line list 42 degrees at 7 o clock, little warmth at 2 o clock, with mixed notes on conditions and local weather chatter. The Third district Democratic congressional primary renominated the incumbent John over Jefferson Wallace. Weather indications point to frost tonight, then a warmer Saturday with variable conditions.
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Benes
Giese
Gene
Lamb
Richmond
Jary
Jobn
Jefferson Wallace
Crowd packs stands at chilly fall race day
A thick crowd filled the track and surrounding grounds as cold weather kept spectators in overcoats and wraps. Races thrilled the audience with close finishes and quick bursts, while the day saw many country visitors, lunch baskets, and beds quilts tied around fences. Officials noted rain disrupted plans but racing proceeded with strong public interest and pageant-like events between heats. Prize results covered cattle, sheep, and horses with numerous firsts and seconds awarded to Kansas breeders and handlers.
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Samson
Santa Fe
Special Programme for Tomorrow at Saturday Exposition
A special programme is arranged for tomorrow with extra races on Saturday afternoon. Three running events and five additional races will be held. A heat for a mile running race offers 100 dollars for maidens to carry welane.
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Welane
Harness race draws pace at Salekas Zoker entry list
A trotting event for a $406 purse promises a strong field with noted entries. RJ MecWatter and J W Creech send horses, along with J and Lehr from El Dorado and Arthur Lawrence. Several horses have prior wins, signaling a competitive with field lineup.
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Salekas Zoker
RJ. MecWatter
Duaith Jy Ie
J. W. Creech
J. & Lehr
el Dorado
Cen B
Arthur Lawrence
Carmen Strike Grips City Traffic in Morning Disruption
An unstable OCR fragment reports Carmen strike action on September 12 with street laborers blocking cars and causing traffic. It mentions grouch Tamils and grievances over shifts and hours, indicating widespread disruption as workers halt normal operations.
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Tota
Ees
100 Tons a Day Strike Ties Tamaqua Coal Hall
State officials and union leaders in Tamaqua plan actions as the United Mine Workers discuss allegiances and possible rerouting of operations. Deputies prepare to guard sites while clashes flare over who works where. Union claims Ashland miners are employed at the Good Boring Collery, denied by mine officials.
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Tamaqua
United Mine Workers
Fresidenc
Stitchell
Mitchel
Stone Harrinburg
Bae
National
Eee Mitchell
Donald
Ashland
Topeka Lincoln Day Club Plans Sept 22 Emancipation Day
Under the Lincoln Day club of Topeka the emancipation day celebration is planned for September 22 at the park. Music will be by the Twenty-third regiment band and the Capital City orchestra.
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Lincoln Day Club of
Topeka
Twenty-third Regiment
Capital City
Milton Brown Chosen President of Christian Church Conference
Milton Brown was chosen president of the Topeka Christian Church Conference at the evening session held at the First Christian Church. Officers elected for the eighth year include W. Lowe as superintendent of missions, C. A. Rosenstein for the Young People department, Eveline Moore for the Children’s department, with other titles and names noted in the imperfect text. The report references a Merion and Marconi cablegram with unclear details about a New York company and a swimming start phrase, reflecting the garbled OCR.
Still One More, Comments on the Explanation
A Turbulent political column discusses withdrawals and endorsements, naming Kelly and Raacality as targets. It notes fusionist splits in Clay County, multiple ballots, and tensions between parties over Roosevelt and Leavenworth events. Local editorial voices critique an “explanation” as a bluff and warn of party damage.
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Base Republican
Mnany Publishers
Uny
Kelly
Wweatlan
Fion
Helly
Nagelem
Miami County
Tom
Blu
Vins
Nes
Charge of Perjury In County Commission Reports
John Mayer faced perjury charges over affidavits regarding fees collected by county officials. The case involves misaccounted quarter earnings and disputed restitution to Deputy County Clerk H. McCarty. Board inspectors and Os county authorities sought audit of fee totals and proper distribution to the county.
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John Mayer
Hendrickx
Board of
H. McCarty
Labetts County
Zetkice
Cannes
A. Wilkin
Secretarial note on church wedding plans recorded
Fragmentary report from Washington dated September 12 notes Secretary te Rone urging suppression of church rites for a marriage to Mr Parkhurst. No clear details on church or ceremony appear. text is garbled and incomplete.
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Parkhurst
Beets, Beverages and Beverages in Utah Texas Campaign
In a bitter protracted debate the Utah and Texas Republican convention adopted a platform denouncing reciprocity. Senator Beveridge spoke in the evening as campaign events progressed with delegates cheering and a broad show of support for the Texas campaigns and irrigation projects.
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Utah
United States
Baverage
In Giang
Chang
Beveridge
Atea
Anya
Hoaunath
Eddie Urean Elected Manager for Two Years
Eddie Urean is elected manager for two years at the Fort Worth Texas Republican convention. The meet adjourned after two days with Governor Burkitt and Treasurer Nesta among the listed officials. (Continued on sixth page)
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Eddie Urean
Fort Worth
Tex
George PB. Burkit
Neste
Mills Store News Autumn Neckwear Styles
Autumn neckwear styles offered in Armuro Jersey and Gloria Silks with tab ends. Trim includes cabochons or oxidized medals. Color palette leans white and black with pink, red highlights.
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Armuro
Jersey
Gloria
New Veilings Showcased With Velvet Dorso Two Tone Fabrics
The display features chiffon with velvet or embroidered dorso two toned options suitable for draping. Desirable colorings include mostly white with black figures. The novelty lies in the size and shape of the figure as seen in the Satuntay Shoppers event.
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