City Waterworks Case Seeks Amended Answer Before Judge Foster
In Topeka a foreclosure matter places the city as party over hydrant rent due of about 9108 dollars. City Attorney Hurd notes the city would be bound to pay if bondholders' claim is admitted. Charity drives spark bread donations to aid Associated Charities with Mrs Thorpe distributing provisions. local ladies urged to adopt the plan. Also local ads for smoking supplies and Beggs German Salve promising relief and sample boxes.
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City Waterworks
Bird
Topeka Waterworks Company
Foster
Hurd
Cory
W.C. 7
Topaka Elhat
Suwagee
Iocumotor Stupia
Duzée
Cy Leland
Adame Cordelix
Ben Bolt
Cleveland
Minatruls
Goatunians
Rushity
Grand
Lie
Ulilute
Simeumesa
Suwanee
Washburn college fosters football drive in town
Washburn college supporters canvass for subscriptions to outfit and hire a coach with over $200 raised. M W Gamee of Baldwit to train the team. others in football circles may join. Athletic committee elected Prof. harahbarger manager I. J. Drenning treasurer and A. M. Pauen finance chief. Leavenworth gun club notes George W. Goff’s medal streak interrupted by Van Hart’s 26 of 25. The gun club annual meeting set for next Friday with officers to be chosen and rules discussed.
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Sansas
Washburn College
M. W. Gamee
Baldwit
Topeka
Irof. Harahbarger
I. J. Drenning U Rer
A. M. Pauen
C A
Magen
FLL
Plats
Finance Commanes
George W. Goff
Leavenworth
van Hart
Goff
Mr. Goff
Dr. Lane
Harper
Judge Hawn
Armour Robinson
T. Kay
Abry
Wom. Stark
Iarry Sherman
John Fiery
P. Rutherford
Stark
Hart
Fiery
The
Gun
Bands and Bicycles for Pittsburg Bicycle Meet
Preparations near completion for the southeastern Kansas bicycle race meeting at Pittsburg on September 25, 27, and 28. About fifteen bands from the region will perform two concerts daily at Wheelman Park with a joint parade. Pittsburg wheelmen oversee the bicycle events, featuring top riders from Kansas and Missouri. Nearly $620 in prize money, largely diamonds, will be awarded for best tricks and exhibitions.
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Pittsbur
Kansas
Pittsburg
Iiv
Wueelmente Park
Pinsburg
Kaneas
Missouri
TUMBLER PIGEONS AND LOCAL SPORTS UPDATES
M F E Senkia shows a double tumbler from Philadelphia, a rare bird that turns twice in air while unable to fly. Topeka teams are discussed, including a Topeka Turn Verein baseball game 19 to 10, and a boxing match between Oscar Guriner and George Stout in Leavenworth. Also notes on government ferry, a sailboat race, an upcoming canoe race, and plans for an independent Topeka football club.
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M. F. Gankls
Bss
Philadelphia
Wankla
Topeka
Yogut Om
Oscar Guriner
George Stout
Leavenworth
Missouri River
Sun Sporting
Kansas City
Thertists
Gardner Waa
Jace Dugan
Four birds spared as winners claim golf event in Kansas
A Kansas golf contest saw the winners lose four birds in the score, while Emporia State Normal School students organized a golf club. The first match took place yesterday at the normal rink with D A Ellsworth debuting in kilts and golf stockings. George Palmer of Kansas City joined training duties at Kansas University.
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Kansas
State Normal School
Emporia
D. A. Ellsworth
Foolatt
George Palmer
Kansas City
Lawrence
K. U
Protracted Durrant Case Moves Toward Trial in San Francisco
The San Francisco prosecution advances the Durrant Lamont case toward Emanuel Church door testimony. Witnesses include Quinlan and Mrs Leake detailing church entry locations and organist King’s reluctance, with pawnbroker stories and attempts to pawn rings cited. Defense remains confident, promising a quick victory despite amassed evidence and public pressure. A stray voter registration note closes the fragment.
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San Francisco
Theodore Durrant
Emmuel Church
Blanche Lamont
Valencia
Siresta
Martin Quinlan
Sir Darrant
22Nd
Barlet Stree
Nall
Dcense
Sivgas
Hhe
Durrant
Topeka Gossip Quips Fill Local Page in Readable Roundup
A crowded Topeka column prints brief remarks from many residents and public figures. Entries mention hog cholera, heat relief, apple shipments, libel cases, roof repairs, city projects, insurance, and everyday observations. Several names appear with informal opinions on local issues and events.
Trials Listed This Week in District Court Cases
The district court schedule shows trials this week with State defendants facing burglary assault true larceny and related charges. Wednesday includes Anthony Llamslton Williams Wright Switzer and others. Thursday brings John McIntosh Harris Motlarg. Friday lists Anthony Hamilton McIntosh and Com. Saturday covers Fred Dure and Charles Oliver with liquor sale and assault claims.
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District Court
District Cours
Anthony Llamslton
Marcia Williams
Everett Wright
State Va
Carl Switzer
John McIntosh
Geof Harris
John Motlarg
Anthony Hamilton
William McIntosh
W. E Com
Fred Dure
Charles Oiver
Horseless Carriages Weigh More Than Expected Say Officials
Washington Sept 17 The consul chancellor at Havre reports on horseless carriages noting bicycles and tricycles with petroleum motors weigh about 200 pounds, cost 1800 to 2500 dollars, and require a tap to ignite the motor plus feet propulsion. A steam horse system is used for ordinary carriages, while a two person machine is under construction. Ex Lieutenant Governor John B Reddick dies at 61 in San Antonio.
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Washington
Inqstries
Havre
Department of State
Theo
Addick
San Andeesis
Cal
John B. Reddick
German Prison Labor Stirs Trade and Policy Debates
Reports from German chambers of commerce show convict labor rising with prisons using machines to produce hosiery and clothing. Major buyers include Germany and England, while the United States is not listed. A consul notes co operation with free labor to outpace Germany in exports, amid broader concerns over prison-made goods entering markets. A local Clara county tale notes a widow seeking county office and a humorous watermelon price local item.
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Germany
Wasuineros
Chambers of Commerce and Trades Guilds
Erlangen
Bavaria
England
Turkey
Brazil
Argentinas Republic
United States
Daxon
Gurmeny
Gothia
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C.H. Morrison
Cassage Ophilosimia College
Reyne
Thor
Kan A
Benly
Jarbos & Grant
Kansas Ave
Opeka
Pans
J.M. Knight
North Kansas Ava
Geo. Bargham Kangas Avenue
J. W. Paitsips
Burgharv
Weasnburn
IL G
Wik Hart
M. FE
Turner Base Hall
Heer Prom Topke
Roy Richog
Atchison Gort
Topek
State House Grounds
Sexton
James W. Sexton
Detroit
Wes
Lubalius
Arkansas City
Santa Ie
C. P. Bolmar
G Nicholson
North Topeks
George Higgins
Miami County
J. W. Beekman
Hudson
O. ©. Hill
American Book Company
George Crane
Buck Publishing House
Mark Miller
M.C. Holman
Louisville
Wiley W. Cook
J. L. Bristow
Martin
Justice Gay
Stong River
G. Rawu
George W. Crane
M. EB. Wentworth
Mayur
A Fellows
W. Priddy
Keeler & Waleu
Tix
Court House
Barnes
Frank Fpiensiken
W. L. Fruuibal
Bert Snyder
J. B. Hibben
Howe Jones
J. G. Samuelson
W. Chaife
J. L Constant
Justice J L Gay
Jl, Constant
W. F Roehr
Calta
Columbus
P. J. Hindmarsh, Mer
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Sulder
Rees Rae
Kansay
Halstead
Patie Dent
Columbian Medical and
Surgical Institute
Ava
Topeka Steam
J. W. Ripley
Seo Tsure
Great Western Steam
C. FE. Rodiger
Judge
Mra Hazen
Louie
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