23 Oct 1897
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1897
Page
1
News reports a heated conference between Republican National Committeeman Cyrus Leland and U S Senator Baker over Kansas land office appointments. Leland demanded Cand Crumbe be named U S marshal and W E Fitzgerald be reassigned. Baker refused to yield. The dispute followed a broader disagreement on who should run the Dodge City land office.
Arrests in Brave New York over Dean & Co bucket shop allegations end in acquittal for Col. Robert A. Ammon and William J. Wood. Disclosures point to alleged blackmail threats to influence creditors, tied to partner W A Sweeter.
A steady advance in the wheat market through midweek drew increased outside interest, forming a boom that pushed prices higher than several weeks. Demand shifted from December to May as the spread narrowed, amid weaker northwest receipts and notes of farmer seeding activity. Also, Father McGlynn and Archbishop Corrigan reportedly settled differences, paving his return to a major New York parish after years of controversy.
Abstract of the fiscal year end June 30 from First Assistant Costmaster General Perry Meath notes consolidation of post offices and free delivery, with 3,730 presidential, 169 first-class, 814 third-class offices. Money orders total $183,075,056. unclaimed origins total 6,067,960. Rural delivery tests in 20 states across 44 routes show promise for permanent nationwide use. Miles reports Army progress, urges two artillery regiments and five infantry, Alaska posts, and continued Indian policy. Various other items include Charley Ross inquiry, a suit for damages in Kansas, Cherokee rumors debunked, and damages for breach of promise in Illinois.
In the Soblegel murder case at Kansas City Missouri Major Silverton defended Schlegel against blackmail allegations by Lowe and questioned the alleged letter. Prosecutor Lowe did not testify as the defense pressed the point. Schlegel showed emotion in court as his two children watched, and the trial neared a possible jury verdict later the day.
Fort Sheridan officers weigh holding a Sunday session as twenty witnesses remain to be examined. Sergeant Brainerd testified about Hammond’s mutiny incident, including responses by Captain Lovering and the guard house details.
On Oct 23 in Etna Virginia Harry Williams, a suspected crook, was shot and killed by a shotgun trap placed inside the shoe store during a burglary attempt. Police found skeleton keys, diamonds, and watches valued at 2500 dollars on his person. Also reported are updates on the World W T U officers election with multiple named officials and their locations.
The funeral for Pullman was held at the family home on Prairie Avenue with Rev. Hillig and Rev. Baton officiating. The Imperial quartet sang as the casket was closed and interment followed at Grace Land family plot. A large crowd of friends and business associates arrived by trains from multiple sections.
sensational suit filed in district court at Miawaron North Dakota Mrs Urba Parker Dixon sues Mrs Bartholomew wife of Supreme Court judge alleging alienation of her husband s affections and seeks 5000 damages Dixon a former stenographer now teaching at Moorehead business college cites her lineage to former state s attorney John Parker details circulate about both families and personnel while a broad economic update follows on Bradstreet s report noting irregular trade, falling wool demand, and rising iron and steel activity.
In Ithaca New York October 28 under 7000 spectators watched Cornell and Princeton battle to a draw. The crowd filled the stands as betting suggested Cornell would fail to score while Princeton led in the first half. Other items note Yale beating Harvard Creighton McKinsey appointment to Western District posts and a murder case in Chicago with a life sentence.
Kansas City Oct 23 potatoes steady home grown Mc as the bar in small lots fancy Winesaps and Willow Twig and Ben Davis prices noted. Chicago grain reports wheat corn oats and pork and cattle futures and receipts at Kansas City live stock market show weak demand with mixed prices and steady or firmer tones in some lines.
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