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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1900
Page
13
Detectives say they moved quickly to identify a suspect in a city jewel theft attempt and expect arrests within hours. An in-depth investigation tracked the getaway and the assailant through surveillance and public tips, with officers stating positive leads narrowed the search and a target is in custody soon.
The will of Silas Cobb, a wealthy Chicago man, leaves about 87 500 to Lea and divides roughly 47 000 for charitable purposes. The bulk of the estate, valued around 510 000, goes to surviving children and grandchildren, with other bequests to relatives and organizations.
The Seventh Congressional district delegates are instructed to support Brventin for national committee, Kinley for president, and Woodruff for vice president at the party convention. A witness report notes an Armour Packing employee, Ajanen Wieher, is under investigation with allegations of embezzlement and a $1,000 bond set for Arthur Hila.
A fragmentary account praising a traveling man named Mir Jule & Mesa at 1 Palmiwn street Cleveland. The text claims he cured many friends of dyspepsia through a special program of food and medicines, with a woman suffering from indigestion reportedly regaining appetite after daily food-focused treatment. It describes dubious dietary tips and a claim that introduction of the food improved wealth and health.
North Topeka column lists visitors and arrivals from Abayne, Meriden, Denver and Lawrence. Local events include baptisms and a WCTU meeting, with services and specials at multiple churches. Miss Blendor Darker and Mr. and Mrs. Clinkenbread attend social gatherings. pastor sermons and holiday observances are planned citywide.
In a turbulent gathering outside a hall, A W Dana appeals for order as Tom Doran supporters clash with Jetmore backers over Curtis in a county attorney race. A Yeoman jury issue and past rivalries are cited, with Jetmore hindered by interruptions and a band finally silenced amid calls for law and fairness.
A fragmentary report from Joplin claims men near Galena unearthed zinc ore in formation, with estimates as high as 340 to 800 tons. The exact site remains undisclosed, but officials say the discovery could be substantial in the region’s zinc and lead deposits. Authorities caution details are unverified amid local excitement.
Fort Wayne business man sues clerks union for $10,000 alleging interference with trade. He seeks an injunction to stop the union from picketing and pressuring customers at Portreide’s store where he has long kept evening hours. A court ruling tests clerks rights to strike and stage protests in public areas.
The exposition hall glittered with a vast circus styled Ball and stained glass dome as M Millerand and Loubet spoke. Prince It lead a grand gathering of French arts, soldiers, diplomats, and citizens in spring attire while M Picquart was praised for assembling the giant machinery of progress and solidarity across Europe.
The article explains Paris taxi and cabriolet tariffs for visitors during Expos, noting common two-seat cabs cost three francs per hour and larger carriages at similar rates. It warns drivers often exceed legal fares, urges riders to record driver details, and mentions late night surcharges, busy stands, and options to hire cabs or use buses and trams for travel around the city and suburbs.
Former Senator John J. Ingalls criticizes General Dewey, calling his public statements weak and vacillating. He mocks Dewey’s tariff stance and free trade pledge, saying the admiral should pursue a steadier political course to avoid ridicule.
The Ohio supreme court ordered the dissolution of Capital City Dairy of Columbus for violating a law banning coloring oleomargarine to imitate butter. Harry P. Junk and Charles J. Beardsley were appointed trustees to wind up the company. The attorney general did not anticipate such drastic action after petition to oust the dairy from its charter.
Weatherman Cox offers little optimism for Easter bonnets as the forecast calls for partly cloudy skies and idle showers. The legend says rain on Sundays persists for seven weeks, urging umbrellas. A high pressure system lingers southeast of Arkansas while winds stay south around 12 mph. Temperature ranged from 60 degrees by early afternoon with unsettled clouds remaining.
Dr E Benjamin Andrews travelled to Lincoln after consultation with the Nebraska Regents and the state university about a chancellorship offer. His decision is awaited in a few days with hopes he will accept, while Chicago educators reacted to his leave of absence.
CHAMBERLIN HELD. WU Chamberlin bound over by Judge McCabe to stand trial in district court on embezzlement charge brought by JB. Furry. Quintan & Quiritus applied for habeas corpus before Judge Doster. writ denied set for June. McIntosh shot and killed in Toronto area. separate incident noted.
Attorneys McQuown and Bruce will move to advance the docket in the Kentucky governorship dispute. They urge the court to expedite the case and issue a decision promptly. Democrats are led by Chit Jamos Wilting and Priors, Republicans by Heim Bruce and former Governor W. O. Bradley.
In Colorado Springs on April 4 the breach of promise suit filed by Miss Noellin Lewis against President Samuel Strong of Colmage and other Cripple Creek gold mining firms ended with a jury awarding the plaintiff 60,000 dollars in damages.
A Washington telegram reports Montana Senator Clark Wil Borresien plans to contest his seat. The Montana group led by Mason Bacon and Hertfeld will press the case on the Senate floor, arguing two thirds vote needed to unseat him and that the committee report fails to prove bribery. Senator Mason will lead Clark’s defense as Clark has yet to issue a statement.
The Interior, Presbyterian organ, urges abolishing the confessional clause and adopting a short evangelical creed in a move supported by Dr Gray. He asserts three quarters of ministers and nine tenths of members oppose the Hills clause, signaling a likely early vote on a new creed carried by a large ministry.
Kansas City livestock market notes cattle receipts, hog and sheep counts, prices and shifts in demand. Includes the latest figures for hogs at 5,000 head, cattle and dairy goods, plus remarks on wheat and cotton headlines and storage trends.
Market items and correspondence related to prairie life. Mentions Alenine and Sonateneme. Provides glimpses of daily trade and social exchanges. Details are fragmentary but indicate a focus on local economy and community letters.
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