City Takes Over Newton Waterworks in Major Transfer
Newton city now owns the waterworks plant mains licenses and all related rights including bonds held by forty to fifty bondholders. The transfer dated September 16 was finalized by City Attorney Clarence Spearer after weeks of effort in the east. A warranty deed conveys full possession and control to the municipality.
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Col Everest's Widow Sued for 760000 at Atchison
Arc his ox Kan Sept 23 F A Lane receiver for the defunct State Exchange bank of Jamestown Kan filed a suit in district court to recover over 70000 from the widow of the late Aaron Everest alleging the bank was managed in Everest's interests and that before its 1888 closure Everest drew out the entire capital and more. Leavenworth Pastor Resigns Farewell Sermon Set Henry F P Aulick resigns as pastor of the First Baptist church reading to the congregation tomorrow with his farewell sermon due to poor health. Lawrence Lawyers Promoted W J Patterson to New York as general attorney of North American Trust Co after a long career including Wooster College and Judge Thacher’s office. I U Feetall Prospects for Law Rexor Football at Lawrence U shorty Hamill to play next week as KU teams shows strength with Pope Hamill Griffin Walker and Pia. Woman Convicted of Horse Stealing Dollie Tuttle found guilty for hiring a team at Caldwell and driving it into Missouri to sell it later. she stands as the first woman convicted of horse stealing in Sumner county.
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San Francisco to Open Inside Winter Track November Second
Fogleside and Ingleside race courses near San Francisco inch toward readiness for the Pacific Jockey Club opening on November 2. Builders report 965000 cubic yards of dirt moved, a 64 foot rear-quarter drop, and plans for a steeplechase course inside the main track with four million dollars in anticipated expenditures.
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Corbett Preparations at San Antonio Club Hideaway
Champion Jim Corbett converts a San Antonio Jockey Club commodions club house into a training base for his October 31 bout with Pitz simmons in Dallas. The site features a New York designed handball court, deluxe accommodations near Alsmo Heights, and a four-walled shooting match setup. Local amenities include a mineral water inn and visitor pursuits at the suburban retreat.
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Langtry May Wed Sir Robert if Divorce Wins
Rumor from Loxpon on September 28 suggests Mrs Langtry plans marriage to Sir Robert Peel should she obtain a California divorce. society gossip notes Sir Robert, eight years her senior, has a modest fortune and visited New York last year amid widespread talk.
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Denby Telex Says China Officials to Be Punished
United States Minister Denby cabled from Peking that Chow authorities will punish officials and degrade the viceroy within a few days. The message references the independent American commission formed to probe the Cheng Tu missionary riots.
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Tragic Accident as Youth Shoots Self at Maple Hill
John G. Smith a 9 year old single man died at his Maple Hill home last evening at six after examining a loaded revolver in his trunk. He looked down the barrel to see if it was loaded when the gun fired, the bullet entering his forehead and causing immediate death according to family members nearby.
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Frail rumors swirl in John Jones case and rail talk heats up
Conflicting accounts about John B Jones and Jo L Jones in a tangled local dispute. News also covers a Central Traffic Association freight meeting in Crevenann Ohio with iron rate hikes planned for October and November, plus a New York banks weekly statement showing declines in reserves loans and specie.
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Taxpayer Sparks Feud Over State Revenue Increase
A citizen challenges legislators arguing the state needs money and lawmakers should share the burden. The exchange begins with the taxpayer saying it would be fair for lawmakers to contribute, sparking a political feud over funding.
Proposal Season at the Summer Resort
A fragmentary social page notes May hopes for a marriage proposal from George amid removed obstacles. It also mentions millinery openings at Misa Eden and a kindergarten training program starting October 7 with Mary Stone Gregory as contact, plus an advertisement for Beggs Blood Purifier and a generic State Journal column of want ads and Barghart cigars.
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It Was 20 Degrees Above September Average
It was a week of extreme heat across England with temperatures reaching eighty six in London and a record twenty degrees above the September average. Sun stroke cases rose, factories suspended work, and race meetings suffered as crowds adopted lighter attire amid a sweltering country.
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North Topeka Advertisers and Obituaries Blend
A mix of local ads for bicycles, livery stables, groceries, and remedies fills North Topeka listings. Notices record deaths of Mary C. Lowe and Robert Clark, with funeral details, alongside promotions for coal, drugs, and confectionery. Centennial Burns relics push from Glasgow with city funding noted.
Market Report from Curiaco Sep 28 Wheat Leads Rally
Wheat overall strength as export clearances surge and Argentine crop damage concerns lift prices. December opens 6144q, climbs to 021g. corn and oats firm with modest gains. pork and lard futures mixed. Rice, sugar, and livestock receipts show active trade, with Texas and local market specifics noting steers, cows, and lambs moving at varied but steady to higher levels.
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Wheat Bull Run Continues Amid Market Confidence
Chicago market notes a continuation of yesterday's wheat rally as bulls push prices higher. Analysts advise waiting for 2 cent pullbacks before new buys, predicting at least 10 cents gain soon with natural pauses. Corn and oats hold firm with strong overall tone, while pork futures see minor declines from realized selling before later gains.
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The Leading Institute in the West Advertises Cure
The notice proclaims a well known institute devoted exclusively to scientific treatment and cure of chronic and rare long standing diseases. It emphasizes its reputation and Western location to attract patients seeking long term medical care.
World Medical Institute Promises Easy Treatment Options
The institute boasts expert physicians across specialties to treat nervous system diseases, digestion issues, rheumatism, gout, lung and stomach ailments, and kidney and bladder disorders. President offers a special reduced rate of five dollars per month through November 1, including medicine. Out of town patients can request home visits. consultations and examinations are free at 641 Quincy St.
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Chicago Market Gossip and Grain and Stock Report
Market roundups show hogs and corn figures for Chicago, Kansas City, and Omaha with grain prices, stocks, and futures. New York bullish tone praises St Paul Chicago gas and distillers shares while closing quotes cover equities, sugar, and refiners with commodity prices and activity.
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