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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Apr 15, 1899

Page

6

Deaths and Funerals in Local Area

Nellie Grace Tein aged 9 and Granima Donn longtime residents mourned in belated notices. Nellie Baker and Nellie Wilcox families travel to Kansas City for services. Grandma Donn, mother to Mra M Howe and Mrs. Baker, dies at home in Van Buren with surviving daughters and sons in Iowa Tennessee and Missouri. Funeral at Church of the Assumption Monday.

Nellie Grace Tein Anelover M. Howe van Burenvliet Myre Temming Maggie Helbert Anhalt Melbert Iowa Tennersee Mmiedri Church of the Assumphin

Abiiene High School Graduates Hold Graduation Week Plan

Abiene high school will celebrate the graduating class of 43 with ten boys and twelve girls. Commencement week runs March 21 to 23. Rev Dr Blayney is slated to preach the baccalaureate sermon.

Abiiene High School Abiene Abiene High School Blayney

Eyewitnesses Testify in Parkdale Murder Case

Witnesses describe a shooting at the Althouse residence with two gunshots. Christine Eckroft identified a figure as Mrs George fleeing after the shots. Laura Huwix corroborates the firing, noting the defendant resembled the shooter. Several testimonies discuss threats and relations involving Mrs George and Saxton. A parole-like sweep includes reference to local business and a Sage street shop robbery.

Gi ‘Ee George George Hart Albert D. Smith Achoel Applied Science Charles C. Lioyd The Repository Saxton Luster Perry van Horn Mrs. George Mary Grable Gears Mattie Grimes Georgy Christine Eckralt Bre George Althouse Geonce Eckrost Orst George Well Knoven Mra Eckronts Cress Laura Huwix Cleveland Beckroste

London social pages mark York visit and races

London reports a wet week with social life dominated by the Duke and Duchess of York in Ireland and at Newmarket. Jockey Ted Sloan draws bets and chatter as the Derby looms with Lord Wilham Beresford’s horse favored. royal welcome at Tre Inn resonates across classes.

Associated Press London Ireland Duke and Duchess of York Newmarket Ted” Stean Acros Tre- Inn The Daily Graphic Cadogan Far Countess Cadogan Loder Tatlin Sike Dyches York Warwick Duke American Wisheries Company Star Earl OF Crew Earl of Crewe Margaret Primrose Earl of Rosebery Westminster Abbey Lord of Rosebery Durdane Epsom Prince of Wales Earl of Chesterfield Miles Murlet White Henry White Sporency United States Dr. Botier Down of Westminster Lord Rosebery Berkley Square Duke of Partlatu Lont Peel Blewmor Lord Ashton Tle Penner Pebby” Peel Peel Daily Telegraph Duke of Marlborough Primce Wagne Dochines Defestates Primrose Inngwe Gestion Galleries Windsor Stage Waterloo Danter Castle Amire Seth Kensington Palace Thi Xan Wales Bennett Paris Bia Duke of Saxe-Colture Gotha Mir James Gronden Seanett Newark Herald Nice Royal Academy and New Gallery

Hercules Hot Oil Free Trial Advertise

A purified ad offers free trial bottles of Hercules Hot Oil as an external remedy for rheumatism neuritis and related pains. It promises quick relief with a single dose and asks readers to mail their name address and medication details to Elmira New York. The company urges readers to request a free bottle and to contact their druggist for future purchases.

Oritt Eumire Rena

Humphreys Manual of Diseases Listed for Sale

A catalog style ad for Humprey s Manual of Diseases with cures and conditions from fevers to whooping cough, kidney diseases, and nervous debility. Sold by Humphreys Medical Co. at William and John Streets New York, or mailed on receipt of price.

de Humphreys Druysters Matindrive

American Art Progress and Theatre Openings Spark Interest

The piece notes strong American artists at a new gallery with Sargent and Boughton showing works. a white Carrara bust of Lady Rollit by Count von Gleben is highlighted. Paris salon entries include Bisbing and Hidgeway Knight among others. The Easter theater season opens with Pinero and Haddon Chamber productions and a Lyceum debut under new management.

Jerds Royal Academy New Gallery Sargent and Boughton A. Z. Hennessy W. Keith A. Pepperwort Shannon Homer Watson Miss Stillman Lady Rollit Mra Hlafr Duchess of Sutherland Count von Gleben Pedewist Entrante Bisbing Smith Lewis Hitchrock Macewen Pearce Hidgeway Knight Andrew Curneric Iron Ue Globe Charles Wyndhamn Haddon Chamber Carsuc Sabib Repnet Phiy Associated Pres Lyceum Sir Fiery Trying Robespierse

Phillies Win as Quakers Edge Washington in Opening

Philadelphia opened the season before 10 000 fans with a win over Washington in three innings due to strong hitting by Cooley and Celebanty. Rey Thomas starred at first base while Killen struggled in his delivery during the fifth to seventh frames. Pratt and Me sulre supported the Philadelphia battery as Killen and Me sulre pitched for Washington.

Killen Philadelphia Washington Rey Thomas University of Pennsylvania Cooley Celebanty Innim Pratt Es Washington Mesulre

Bad for Louisville as Colonels routed by Orphans in opener

In a debut National Leauge season game the Colonels suffered a decisive defeat to the Orphans. The Chicago lineup led by Alten and notably strong Chicago stars dominated, with mentions of players Cunningham Kittridge Griffith and Donahue. The piece notes widespread dyspeptic health claims and offers train tickets from Denver to Topeka with Santa Fe routes and promotions.

Ryan Alten Louisville Uisville Cunningham and Kittridge Chicago Griffith Donahue

Post Benefit at Granil Opera House in 1899

A grainy notice promotes a benefit show at Granil Opera House on April 19 with tableaux, recitations, a cake walk, and a skirt dance by Miss Samuels. Also mentions Dr N S Bryant returning from a southwest trip and a reception for C W Fowler at Royal Council Chamber, 415 Kan. Ave. on a Monday evening.

Aineath Post Granil Opera House Mise Samuels Bayada Lady Cadets Xteen Jeffries Twit J. Chamas Kurt Beys Fas N.S Bryant Natonal Gilchrist Cheops Council No. 2 AO. PF Bro. C. W. Fowler Reyal Corncil Chamber Kan. Ave Hattie T. Carson

Henry to Be King Establishing German Rule in Shan Tung

Pekin and Tien Tsin Times report a German scheme to crown Prince Henry as ruler in Shan Tung. The plan aims to establish German sovereignty over 65,000 square miles, following earlier Kiao Chou gains. British, Japanese, and Russian reactions grow as diplomatic caution rises. Sir Claude MacDonald remains at Beijing.

Shan Tung Shang Tung Kiao Choa Diederichs Neise Henne Zeigler Faron von Helkine Kiao Chou Prince Henry Shan Tune Claude MacDonald Pekin

Latohaw Lectures On Cyrano For Topeka Audience

Kansas City dramatic critic Austin Latohaw spoke at the Bish school assembly room as part of the lecture course, discussing Cyrano de Bergerac with emphasis on character portrayal and stage culture. He urged readers to read deeply into plays and praised contemporary stage performances while noting Edmond Rostand’s work. The audience greeted him warmly and the hosts thanked supporters and floral decor providers.

Kansas City Topeka Austin Latohaw Star Kansas City Journal Bish School Latehaw Valentine T Snhrall Jove Edmond Testand Cyrano de Bergerac Latchaw Perdition Otr Topeka Council No. 2 FLA. AL A. OL. F John Wilton May Wilton

Three Fights Last Night In The Joint Scene Of Drunken Brawls

Three fights occurred in 45 minutes at the Joint in the Capital billiard hall on Kansas avenue. Hungry Sams from North Topeka fought a man named Fur, leaving Sams badly disfigured. C D Baker of Clay Center challenged any man to whip him, triggering a rapid brawl as others joined, then police arrived and the crowd dispersed. From 1 am to morning, drunken crowds roamed Kansas avenue, forcing Sergeant Owen to order resorts closed at night.

Kansas Sams North Topeka Fur C.D. Baker Clay Center Baker Kansas Avenue Owen

Market Report From Wheat to Sheep With Mixed Tones

Today’s market report shows a uncertain wheat market with narrow fluctuations and reports of crop damage. May wheat opened lower and moved down with scattered buying and selling. Corn and oats followed wheat higher with nervous trading and light receipts. Provisions showed strength at yards while hogs and sheep receipts remained steady in Kansas City prices.

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New Var anti New York Money Market Update

A period summary covers New Var anti New York Money Market trends with rates around 4 percent for certain instruments. It notes sterling exchange activity, bond and stock movements, and cautious sentiment across banking and shipping sectors as traders await clearer news.

New York New Var

Market News and Stock Tips From New York to Missouri

A murky market digest mentions sugar prices, stock outlooks, and bullish tones on Missouri rail shares. It notes capitalists buying, a potential rebound in wool and wheat, and cautious signals about New York equities, with scattered commentary from Arthur Joseph and market gossip.

Missouri Gide Wall Street Arthur Joseph

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