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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Apr 13, 1897

Page

2

Roosevelt Named Navy Secretary Arrives in Silay

Theodore Roosevelt nominated and confirmed as Secretary of the Navy arrives in Silay and announces he will take charge of his new office. He meets with President Lonm to discuss policy, stating no special changes are planned and intends to carry out the administration’s aims.

Doorstory Waeehington Avrik Theodore Wepeevelt Navy Silay New Fork Tumor Coy Rossevelt Cina Hs Department Nowsevelt Latic Ar. Figomevelt Tf Ie Tortie

Mystic Cure Promises Quick Relief for Rheumatism

An advertisement extols Rhonmstiam and Rheutmtism cures claiming rapid action and immediate relief. It quotes F F Anthony of Prymive City praising a bottle of Mystic Cure and two doses for swift improvement. Mentioned is Swift Holladay druggists at 123 Kansas Avenue Topeka. A separate note promotes Cine Minute Cough Cure as a speedy throat remedy from G W Stane Held at 62 Eunsns Ave.

Swift & Holladay Kansas Avenue Topeka G. W. Stane

Greek Forces Dynamite Turkish Post Amid War Tensions

The report from Vienna April W notes Greek regulars aiding an invasion and Turkish positions near Piraeus and Kranka. Turkish sources claim Greek detachments attacked, with casualties on both sides and lines of defense near Halkino and Taltine. Diplomatic hopes for restraint fade as fronts report ongoing blockades and supply concerns. The Athens dispatch cites proclamations by Greek irregulars and warnings of a possible Macedonian advance, with financial strains and currency pressures cited at home.

Vienna Piraeis Greece Turkey Hinzsona Stoct Kranka Pthem Pasha Ile Constantinople Larivait Taltine Toute Yrun Tharnexck London Daily Chronicles Athens Grevena Christ and Tuberty Dalls Chronicle Kelandiaka Haltino Baitino Macedonia M. Delyanni Kolit

Feud Ties up Chicago Great Northern Theater

The text reports a feud involving Mewers Palmer and Rork over the Great Northern theater and related parties Joan A Davidson Alexander Davidson and the theater and mater company. Legal actions seek restraining orders and dissolution of a partnership, with rent claims and wage disputes noted amid a closing period and ongoing stage tensions. The account mentions debt, a court hearing, and a hotel manager facing more complaints as the house opened.

Chicago Mewers Palmer and Rork Great Northern Theater Joan A Alexander Davidson Mater Company Playhouse Mies Eden Great Northern

Timote Child Study Society Congress in Chicago

The Timote Child Study Society holds a congress in Chicago from April 4 to May 2 with addresses by Frances Marker Mia Amelia Hofer Prof Krehn and other leaders. The meetings focus on heart and development studies of children and aim to reach as many mothers as possible with citywide sessions and delegates.

Chicago Congress of the Ociety Frances Marker Mia Amelia Hofer Krehn Colvericy

Municipal Ownership in St Louis Lighting Debate

The St Louis board debates municipal lighting versus private electric heating contracts. President McMath notes the city must avoid increased bonded indebtedness while considering a potential to acquire its own plant if favorable terms arise. The Manufacturers Association plan is acknowledged but open to revision.

St Louis Board of Public Improvemenits McMath Basta Manufacturer’s Association Rhopis Syere

Haymarket Statue Erected to Commemorate Anarchistic Riot Moved

Chicago April 1 the statue of the typical Chicago policeman that stood in Haymarket square since mayor John A. ilechs era will be moved within a week or a few days It will be reset after being burnished and thoroughly cleaned at Union Park Randolph street entrance Trucks splashed mud on the pedestal The inscription is barely legible from the constant filth of tomatoes and cabbages The railing protecting the monument is battered The council revived the monument at the request of Arobishay Pechan The model of the statue was Thomas Birmingham a fine friend on the force now retired and in business

Chicago Haymarket Square Des Plaines Randolph Streets John A. Ilechs Union Park Randolph Street Randolph Arobbishay Pechan Thoma Birmingham Nan

Tribute to Voorhees Ex President Harrison Praises Senator

Ex President Harrison spoke warmly of the late Senator Voorhees in Indianapolis measuring his kindness and generosity beyond political strife. He recalled Garland's anecdote praising Voorhees as a great lawyer and noted Republicans found him willing and serviceable in dealings with the government. The speech urged sympathy for Hiehitdran and spoke to Voorhees' enduring public service.

Harrison Tndianopolis Ind Voorhees Garland Tndisiana Alton Bey-General Iimax vanoRyri T Am Mtr. Voorhees & Willing Hiehitdran

Unscrambled Sale Note Reads From A NYC Seller

Fragmentary OCR shows a sale listing mentioning Gor Wills and Sohit in New York with scattered notes about ship or sea terms and a buyer or seller name.

Drazeiits Seaes Hasphray Gor Wills & Sohit Sc

Contesta Reflections On Personal Relations

A fragment notes enduring cordial ties despite sharp contests and disputes, emphasizing that personal relations remained intact even amid competitive disagreements.

Sousa Salary Fallout Ties Band Leader to Blakeley Estate

New York reports detail a dispute over Sousa's pay from the Blakeley estate, with claims that Sousa received most profits since 1845 while Mrs Blakeley asserts her rights and management of the band. Sousa refused to perform at Yonkers after leadership disputes, following his Europe return and warnings.

New York Coupesl David Blakeley Souta Yonkers 1St Hight Soumi Mr. Blakeley Sousa Europe Tuesdas Yonkers

Oleo for Veterans Arrest of Ohio Soldiers' Home Governor Thoman

Great interest rises as Colonel Jerome B. Thoman, governor of the Ohio Soldiers' Home in Dayton, is arrested on a charge tied to issuing oleomargarine described as vinegar margarine and selling a pound to the dairy and food commissioner Joseph E B Blackburn. A legal contest looms within the home’s board of managers, with federal officers as ex officio members, amid accusations of improper signer use and references to the Chickey firm supplying the product.

Ohio Dayton Jerome B. Thoman Joseph EB. Blackburn The National Homes United States Enid Thomas Chickey

Harrison as Moderator for 109th Presbyterian Assembly

In April six weeks hence the general assembly of the Presbyterian Church in the United States will convene in an assembly hall at this location. The gathering will run ten days and is a major festival event. President Harrison is expected to be chosen moderator and has been elected as a delegate from the Indianapolis presbytery.

Ind General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church In the United States General Assembly Harrisone Harrison Winona Indianapolis

Two Firms Assign in Chicago After Paper Dealer Death

In Chicago on April 13 two companies led by M. J. Fitch, the paper dealer, made assignments. The M. J. Fitch Paper Company shows assets of 375,000 with equal liabilities, while American Roll Wrapping Paper Company reports assets of 815,000 and liabilities of the same amount.

Chicago M. J. Fitch M. J. Fitch Paper Company American Roll Wrapping Paper Company Mitch Company

Revision of Tariff Debate Splits Democrats Club Meeting

Washington April 18 first meeting of the new executive committee of the national association of Democratic clubs. Full attendance with ex officio members. McMillin presided. Committee to draft address to clubs. Critics charge Republicans push tariff changes to aid monopolists. call for vigilance and reform.

Washington National Association of Democratic Clubs Abbitt House Chauncey F. Black Pennsylvania Jon. C. Sibley Senator Faulkner West Virginia Benton McMillin Tennesse Benton Missouri Stone William J Messrs. Black House of Representatives Congress Ruth Jems Mt Avaceasor McKinsey Sael Ihrowen United States Republic Sage of Batte Xest Ismone Democratic Party Ana Freo

Democratic societies urged to insure honest vote in coming elections

A historic call urged Democratic societies formed after Jefferson to act as an irresistible force to ensure honest polling. The speaker emphasizes counties and cities must organize, resist corruption and intimidation, and unite chairmen to guide a peaceful transition into the new century.

Jefferson Gnd Fils. A. Doe Club Organizzilos

SEXTON JONES IN COURT OVER HORSE ORDER

A divorce suit by Anna Jones against D G Jones led to a contempt attachment for selling a horse despite a court order. Judge Hazen ordered Jones jailed until he sobered, while the under sheriff brought him in and the judge dictated the docket citation after the incident.

Sheri Ant Anna Jones D. G. Jones Topeka Dst Binzen Hazen Jones Spade Bert Lucas Ferose Lucas Haven Mr. Jones Judge Hezen Hasen Bers Sheri Lucas

Ten Thousand Miners Face Wage Cut Proposal

The Tennessee Coal Iron and Railroad Company with 8 000 coal miners in Alabama asks acceptance of a 141-2 per cent wage reduction to July 1. President Nat Daxter told a 2 000-strong rally at Hincton that reduced wages are needed for large export contracts, promising steadier work if accepted and possible job losses if refused. The current contract lasts until July 1, after which a lower scale is likely urged. Public sentiment among miners, though, leans against the proposal.

Birmingham Tennessee Coal, Iron and Railroad Company Uuit Alabama Nat Daxter Hincton

Secretary Gage Receives Gift on Retirement

A ceremonial presentation to Lyman J. Gage marks his departure from the presidency of the First National Bank of Chicago as he prepares to become secretary of the treasury. The engraved gold stand features the dedication and date March 4, 1907.

Gage Washington Lyman J Gage First National Bank of Chicago Tih

Dr Pierce's Golden Die ay claims cures for many ailments

An advertisement touts Dr. Pierce's Golden Die ay as directly aiding digestion, liver strength, appetite and blood formation. It asserts the medicine cures constipation and other disorders, with testimonials of recovery after doctors gave up. It promotes Dr Pierce's Common Sense Medical Adviser, offered free with a request for a paper-bound copy and paid for mailing.

Pierce el Geet Bufalo

Cape Cod Cranberry Growers Seek Tariff Parity

The Cape Cod Cranberry Growers association convened in Booth Hoxton to urge Congress for duty parity after the Dingley Tariff Act. They contend cranberries can be grown and packed more cheaply in Canada, where a 24 percent duty applies to berries imported from the United States, and they want reciprocal treatment.

Cape Cod Bandwick

Big Lobster Dies At New York Aquarium Show

A storied lobster named Cubby died after a weeks display in a Broadway restaurant aquarium. The creature, larger than a rival exhibit, drew crowds for days as it floated in water only at night. The article blends other random notes on patents and medicines with no clear link to the main event.

New York Cappy Aquarium We Aquarium Broadway

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