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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Apr 02, 1897

Page

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Payne Replies to Ingalls In Sharp Prize Fight Row

New York letter details Charles H Payne secretary of the Methodist board of education responds to Allen Ingalls in a clash over a prize fight reporting and church conduct. Payne defends his stance and accuses Ingalls of misrepresentation while urging accountability from public figures and urging readers to consider moral standards in media coverage.

New York MacCabe Hay Charles He Payne Beraucetto Payny John tIngalis Jon Au E McCabe McCane Adiienpon Christine Education Christian Clisenehin Board of Educcation Methodist Pracopal Church Wirheld

Ingalls Tells Leavenworth Fight Tale From Open Letter

Leavenworth April 2 The Times prints Ingalls remarks after an open letter to Bishop McCabe. He defends his general comments, calls the Carson fight orderly and scientific, praises decorum on Delaware street, and notes his role observing and reporting. He denies brutality, cites focus on funds and nerves, and describes Mrs. Simmons’ conduct and the box scene.

Leavenworth Times Today John J. Ingalls Kansas City Times Atchison Bishan McCabe Leavenworth Times United States Ingalls Kansse City Times McCabe Carson Delaware Street Fug- Sirois Prise Reid Robin Mresimmons Jaushinety Mer Fitz Brother Corbets Fitartmmone Vuckers Hut Auch Pita Damgei Pirie Giatnee Ketan

Price work halted as river rises

Work on the new price is suspended today due to rising Keansas river caused by heavy rains and western snow storms. The river overflowed the caferiam and rendered further work impossible. All remaining work was secured and anchored this afternoon.

Keansas

Man Rescued After Drowning in Kansas River

William Hardy, a hay dealer, wandered drunk along Madison street and fell into the Kansas River near the Lindsey stables. He was pulled from the water by Bradford and others, revived at the stables, then jailed after a rough night, lamenting the arrest.

Wiliam Hardy Kansas River Madison Street Hardy Kansas Tenth Street Crane Street Ninth Madison Headleus Lindsay Mardison Street Bradford Ar. Hradford

Pension Office Battle Delays Topeka Agency Closure

Washington reports Kansans push to reverse Secretary Francia’s consolidation order that shut the Topeka pension office in favor of St Louis as the regional hub for surrounding states. Congressman Curtis backs Ryan and vows to seek reversal before the September effective date.

Washington, D. C Thomas Ryan Interior Department Ryan Kansans Francia Topeks St. Louis Missouri Curtis Topeka Congress

Four on One Scaffold Hanged for Chavez Murder

Five men including Antonio Gonzales Borrego and Pat Heig Valencia were executed on a single scaffold at 9:10 a.m. for the ambush murder of ex-Sheriff Frank Chavez on May 24, 1892. Guards and cavalry were mobilized. the condemned received religious rites, and the rope trap released at 9:09, Valencia dying by strangulation after a failed neck break. Funerals planned for Sunday from the cathedral.

Santae Aneiica Gonzales Y. Berrédo Antonio Gonzales Borrego Surturlaso Alarid Pat- Heig Vatencia Sherif Frank Chavez Sheri Rinse Generil Die Valencia

Battle over unlicensed benevolent groups in Kansas

Webb McNall pursues action against the American Benevolent Legion of St Louis and other fraternal bodies deemed to operate without required licenses in Kansas. Correspondence with Lawrence official C Stevens and a ruling by John M Ryan notes that unless a grand or supreme lodge exists or is planned, these groups cannot conduct business in the state. A sharp letter from McNall stresses the department seeks no details on lodge structure, only enforceable supervision and licensure.

Plorids Texas Arkansas Nevada Slampp Merah Mr. Ingalls Sted Charles H. Payne Fifth Avenue New York City Webb McNall Department of Insurance American Benevolent Legion of Galeshare Ryan McNall Kansas Missouri Werw Supreme Council Kun

Greenville Flood Surges. Town Encircled by Water

The Associated Press reports Greenville Mississippi was overwhelmed by floodwater, with 700 to 1,000 families surrounded as of 6 am. Residents in the north blew railroad cracks to relieve pressure, while Lake Lee water encroached from the south. Emergency camps form along the new line to Elisabeth, and communications with the outside world are strained.

Jackson Whee Associated Press Greenville Miss Lake Lee Elisabeth Southern Railway Hemalitelind

Chorus of 2008 ToXcee to Sing at Grant Monument

Preparations advance for the Grant memorial inauguration with plans for a 2000 voice chorus at the tomb wall and a large band. Funds collected total 2400 subscribers contributing 500 dollars each to the Grant monument fund, while officials from several states confirm attendance or send regrets.

New York Frank Damrvach Ife Washington Grant Monument Fund Drake Town Adams Colorado Alkinson West Virginia Diaz Mexico Haa Young Men's Republican Club of Lattimers Grant Dodge Lieutenant Richards National Guard of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Ancient Order of Hibernians

Effingham Man Named Superintendent at Soldiers Orphans Home

Maj. C. A. Westworth of Effingham is chosen as superintendent for the soldiers' orphans home in Atchison. Widely connected with local politics, Westworth, a former Republican now aligned with the Populists, will earn $1,000 per year. The decision appeared settled during a board session held last night.

Senaion Atchison EL Faulkner Maj C. A. Westworth Effingham Soldiers’ Orphans Woodworth Republican Party Mrr Windworth

Place appointment and remarks noted in county politics

A disrupted OCR extract shows a Wyiskiture administration dispute with a county representative’s appointment as assistant turn ens at Mi per sear. James is described in a front row line to explain a vote and make remarks. The text references a representative, a chapel, and location details unclear due to garbled spelling.

Sun Ae Rnie Wyiskiture James Amit Tawford Nati Wee Pot

Kansas Industries Report Highlights State Labor Build

The annual Kansas labor bureau report provides figures on cigar factories creameries and beese factories poultry packers and book binders and printers. It notes 286 cigar makers produced 16 85 million cigars and discusses dairy milks and cheese output with growing mills and pork packing. It also covers poultry packers bound book makers milling and union activity amid economic strain.

State Bureau of Labor Kansas Kinnk Nak Tme Urey Tle Atete Utter Mile Ubi Honda Thethers American Federation of Labor Building Trades

FredGrant Won't Have It Declines President's Offer of War Secretary Post

Col Feed D Grant refuses McKinley's offer of secretary of war and returns from Washington to his home on Thirty-second Street. Report notes his decision follows arrival from Washington and his willingness to keep public duties uncertain, with no further action stated.

New York Col Feed D. Grant Mckinjoy Thirty-second Street

Crete Insurgents and European Powers Stir London Rome

Reporting from Constantinople to New York observers describe rising unrest in Crete with Christians and Mussulmans clashing amid Turkish violence. London papers denounce the concert of Europe while suggesting a Greek mandate to restore order and noting growing European military impatience and blockade debates affecting Athens.

Constantinople Mussulmans Crete Turkey New York London Great Britain London Times Athens Europe Timex Molesta Hon Greece London Chronicle England Sharine Spectator The Chronicle

Messenger Robbed of 3500 in Chicago Daylight

In Chicago a wholesale woolen firm messenger was beaten and robbed of 3500 in the business district. The victim, 17 year old Chris Schulth, lies in hospital near death. Detectives seek two robbers. one is Edward Wilson, a firm employee. the other accomplice is unknown. Schultz and Wilson are longtime firm hands often sent to the back with large sums.

Chicago Kuh, Nathan & Flaher Fim Essenger Chris Schulth Edward Wilson Oth Schultz Wilson Kuh, Nathan & Fisher

Stockyards Hearing Before Federal Judge Foster

Boston stockholders of the Karate City Stock Yards Co seek to block the new charges schedule under a stock yards bill. Judge Foster ordered the amended petition filed while Attorney General Hoyle contends the U S court lacks jurisdiction as the matter is intrastate business. Hoyle argues the yards are not Interstate commerce. The hearing proceeds with arguments and evidence.

Boston Karate City Stock Yards Crome Foster Boyle Hoyle Went United States Court

Fire on the Powers as Insurgents Open Fire at Canes

Insurgents in Canes attack the Rul sungsia blockhouse held by international troops. Italian guns returned fire. Weather reports predict possible showers tonight and tomorrow with mid summer heat in the afternoon reaching 70 degrees and southeast winds at 1La miles per hour. Temperature earlier registered 9 degrees at 0 o'clock. Government warns of further showers in the area.

Canes Fred Rulsungsia Acanth Tomorrive

Cyclone Ravages Star City Area Causing Destruction

A severe cyclone struck near Star City in Linum County causing extensive property damage and multiple injuries. The storm tore through Bar City causing widespread destruction, uprooted trees, and collapsed buildings including the Dunlap home and more, with several large plants reported damaged and numerous residents wounded or missing.

Gosette Star Cy Linum County Bar City Corren Rome Dunlap Mevalle Star City Tis Family Escopil Hulsey Donaldeon Bayon Bertholommem Jolle ‘Hendrick Wren Hayod Bartollenen AY Coghill WG Gee Jule Owens

Sleeping in the Streets in Chandler After Deadly Fire

A large fire devastates Chandler and leaves many homeless as rescue teams cope. Dozens are wounded and some die amid the chaos. Authorities vow to aid victims while investigating the blaze's cause and ensuring care for affected families and residents.

Death Toll Remains Uncertain After Chander Tragedy

Initial reports claimed fourteen killed near Chander with hundreds injured but later correction reduced fatalities. Names listed include Callawet Conn Pamnee and Scott, with multiple residents named among the dead and hospitalized across the region north of the town.

Mansa Cy Tim Siaiad Chaydeira Tows Uber Aurely Chander Scortey Bexar Denican Janos Woodward

Lincoln Post To Act On Outrage At Jail

A fragmented Lincoln post report details alleged mistreatment of an American citizen at a county jail. Members plan a meeting to urge authorities to address the incident and seek accountability from local lawmen. The piece references Commander Me Asirthan and Lumcoin Post activities and calls for action at the next meeting.

Lsi Ulm James Heavanfiter Saltte Penielse Circariataun Font Eveninen Asirthan Linenin McKurchen Locke Topeka Wien Lum Coin Post Biene

Life in Dry Bones: Hite Sees Banta Receivership Not Dead

Attorney Hite asserts the Banta receivership remains active despite initial doubts. He says the case may be brought before the supreme court with the transcript from County Artery Thul payee Jefferson minor. Hite plans neutral handling on the case and aims to have proceedings filed in the proper court, noting disputes over validity and legal questions raised at the hearing.

Harry Uvers Oke Hetry Oscar Kempton Walter Musick Grover Gregg Justine Cunfody Groep Hite Ieast D. Ft Bove Supreme Court of the Ure Thulpayee Jefferson Minory Wssett Rhe Rene Featerseys

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Ray Charles Wf. Payne Nate Trewater Shaw Alidde Peper Omunistar Kunalty Nefor Winleid Rane Bern Americut Prise William Hardy Kansaas Chavez Santi Fa Fo M. Aertel Ees Oasain Kansas Industries Armenia Salisbury Judge Foster Ob Chandler Chariller Mal Policemen Dawson Edirar Shaner Lincoln Post Benuskerer
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