Separate School for Colored Pupils Sparks City Debate
Wellington Kansas reports a plan to create a separate classroom for colored pupils in the city schools. White parents object to integration as friction rises over distribution of teachers and classrooms. The proposal would add one teacher and use vacant rooms in First and Third ward buildings to educate black students separately.
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Three jurors tried and verdicts rendered in Wichita court
In Wichita court juries deliberated long on several cases. One man was found guilty after a four hour jury hold, another judge discharged two defendants for lack of reaction, and a third case charged a woman with pension fraud involving a widow claim. A fourth defendant was acquitted in ten minutes on a separate check caseload.
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Father saved the girl in Alma abortive elopement
Fragmentary report details a man from Manhattan ferrying the bride to marry against her family will. Authorities stopped the plan at Alma after a chase and threats of death. Deputies and the sheriff intervened. the couple’s letter and visitation notices are noted. other local notices follow.
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Relief from Nervous Distress Cited by Nery-Foe Medicine User
A reader reports improved sleep and reduced headaches after long use of Dr Miles Nervine and Anti Pain Pills. They note nervousness, sleeplessness, and headaches diminishing with the medications and describe regained vitality and better overall health.
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Trego County Farmer Breaks World Threshing Record
Salina Kansas September reports J W Grounbi ner a Trego county farmer threshed 4071 barrels of wheat in 11 hours 15 minutes beating the prior record by Abbushels. A $540 offer by a threshing machine company spurred the effort. 3 stacks and other tasks delayed but the best time was achieved. All helpers share part of the $500 prize.
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Italians Arrive in Pittsburg to Work Thurber Mines
Over two hundred Italian miners arrived in Pittsburg Kansas to seek work in nearby Thurber mines. They traveled due to the strike and transportation costs were covered by the National United Mine Workers treasurer. Most lack funds and many are single men with few dependents.
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Indians Headed South Toward Oklahoma From Blue Rapids
A historical item notes Native groups marching south from Blue Rapids toward the Indian Territory, with bands traveling via Alvone Springs and the Big River area. Constructive civic concerns follow about street conditions and a local drug store’s role, plus community family stories and a milling company installing a new plant in the near future.
Fair Opens at Newton Kansas with Light Weather and Crowd
Newton Kansas Wednesday opening fair draws a larey crowd as events unfold. Track speeds appear fast with Mayville winning the 5 22 pace while Kittle, Geena, Dandy Chica and Zoe figure among top finishers. Army and military notes reference Fort Riley and Rost Riley with drills and command changes announced. Wichita grocers hold annual picnic with large turnout and speeches reflecting community ties.
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Prince Alert Sets Pace Record at Empire City Trotting Club
Prince Alert, a 12 year old harness racer, powered to a record mile in 1 57 at Empire City, dethroning Dan Patch amid strong field conditions and favorable weather. Trainer Matt Demarest substituted driver John Curry as overweight concerns led to Zeal in the sulky. The win cements Prince Alert as the current king of pacers, despite questions about dosing and past performances.
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Beloit College Faces Sparse Football Roster
Beloit Wisconsin September 2 prospects for Beloit College football look weak as only three of last year’s regulars return Captain Slater Mille and Burke are the only men who played regularly while Nucasice has gone to Minnesota Wheeler and Little have entered business few substitutes remain available The first practice game September 26 with the local high school and a second October 3 contest are set The season opens with Michigan October 1 and Wisconsin October 10 at Madison The Beloit squad will travel to Minneapolis October 24 to meet Minnesota A Springfield or nearby opponents schedule still pending minor teams may fill dates with games likely at Beloit
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Palmer Out Due to Sickness Delays Team Selection
Observers say Palmer’s illness will sideline him for about two weeks, delaying his chances for the team. Despite doubts, others believe he would have made the squad once fit, causing disappointment among supporters awaiting Linens’ decision.
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Harvard Coaches Ban Nose Guards This Season
Harvard football began a strenuous morning practice as five new players joined the squad and two veterans returned by afternoon. Coaches decided no players will wear nose guards this year, believing they hinder work. disappointment runs through the early turnout as senior players lag behind and coach Cranston warns of discipline for uncommitted athletes.
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Gresyains Bans Britt Rivalry Set For October 16 Match
San Francisco September 4 Alex Gresyains ends the hatchet with Jimmy Britt and schedules a San Francisco bout with Charlie Sieger before October 16. Details are agreed though contracts not signed. The arrangement shifts Gus Rubimon and Joe Milletts from the card. Sieger recently drew with Rut Turner and is said to be ready for Britt.
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Tiger Mey Are Out Thirty-Five Candidates Appear
Thirty five candidates appeared for Princeton football team’s first practice of the season in Princeton New Jersey. Players ran signals and formations with no tackling, and a few new men showed promise including Daub Tarkle and Rulon Miller.
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Yale Captain Injured In First Fall Scrimmage
Yale captain collided with Stillman during the first fall scrimmage and was removed from play as Hogan took over the captaincy. Phipps and McCoy showed well in the second period while Shevlin’s knee remained troublesome. Kansas athletics board barred several players for four year rule violations affecting eligibility.
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McKine's Favorite Wins 2:01 Trot In Fast Race
Hawthorne led the first heat in slow time before McKine's Tod Favorite won the 2:01 trot with comparative ease. The meeting featured 30 starters in the 2:17 pace where Bimek Pet, the favorite, won in straight heats. Brown was the driver for the favorite in the 2:21 trot and was unhurt.
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Western League Wins in Postseason Thriller
Kansas City September 24 One Blue Sox grabbed the first tie of the postseason series on grounds of the Gradykes yesterday, knocking twice at an 8 to 2 clip. Nichols pitched one of the best games of his life, Durham also per rule. The defeat of the Blues results from several factors, chiefly Nichols’s mastery and costly errors by Blues players. Tommy Mesaitt and Roche delivered early runs with homers after long drives, while Messitt’s miscue counted against Kansas City. Batteries Durham and Butler for the Blues. Nichols and Mesaitt for the Blues.
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YOST LINES UP TWO ELEVENS IN TRAINING
Laidington Mich Sept 3 Michigan grid squad began work today with two elevens lined up on the field. Yost and Fitzpatrick oppose strenuous practice but permit punting and stub drills. New arrivals Graver and Dickey shown. Bigelow Kidston and Mendall praised for form as scrubs and regulars try signals and pushing tempo in warmer weather.
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Tommy Ryan Under Scrutiny Amid Fitness Reports
St Louis Sept 24 Tommy Ryan mid heavyweight champion has been stirred by reports he is returning to peak form. Rounds up a troubled spell as trainers say he shows signs of improved conditioning. Also notes horse and harness racing results from St Joseph and Lake Contrary with several injuries and race outcomes.
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Narrow race results and football notes from Cincinnati and Hawthorne
Janil Gre placed third with Sues winning the race where ONeil lay near a fall. The Bowery withdrew after a dramatic finish while Jake Beckley seeks retraction over alleged crooked play in Cincinnati. At Hawthorne the Derby candidate Auditor won the six furlongs by two and a half lengths. Delmar saw Theory win a feature by a nose over Frank Hell. Pirates star left fielder signed with Pittsburgh. Cartier earned a new contract after a strong game. Highball insured for 25000 by Walter Schester before winter quarters.
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Missouri Valley League Scores From Springfield and Others
Baseball notices show Springfield losing 12 to 2 with fragile pitching after the third inning. Iola beat Fort Beat after 12 games as the season nears its end. Joplin, Port Beat, and Washington also posted results amid mixed performances in the Missouri Valley and American Leagues.
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Cure for Contagious Blood Poison Promises Free Cure
Fraudulent tonic ad by Dr C Sargent claims a "marvelous" secret to cure contagious blood poison instantly. It offers free delivery by mail from 9000 Strawn Building Cleveland and demands no payment, asserting universal health benefits and personal sacrifice. The piece presses readers to trust the unseen miracle cure.
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