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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1897
Page
3
A Kansan recounts Greek and Turkish movements around Athens and Crete, detailing escape attempts, prisoner handling, and the perilous trek from Candia to Canes. The writer describes Turkish uniforms, artillery, and the ruined villages, noting Christian families seeking shelter and the tense stance of European powers surrounding the conflict.
A fragmented account describes a march from a Greek region toward a mountain area, detailing a group’s movement, encounters with Turkish locals, and shifts in rhythm as they push through scrubby terrain. The narrative spotlights patrols, Turkish dialogue, and a tense outlook toward their eventual destination and safety.
A garbled report outlines a military style or municipal decree affecting town rights and finances. It mentions penalties, reclamation, and a revolution referenced by a town beard, with implied costs and enforcement actions. The text names lenders, councils, and residents in a disrupted legal notice.
In Ottawa and nearby waterways the draining of Kapp's Lake becomes a boon for fishermen. The article notes canales, ditches, and improvised boats aiding access to the lake as workers and locals describe the changes and impacts on catch, with references to species and regional activity.
Lester Ward and Prof Gould Will Work in Southwest Kansas to study strata. N Gould of Cowley County, a teacher and student, has a strong geology bent and is expected to become a leading figure. He will assist Ward in Kiowa and Comanche counties and work in Flint Mines for the ethnological bureau and Clarke County for the state university.
Abilene April 17 The ball team shapes up with Henry Wagner named captain and manager of the Abilienes. Waensi, noted as a top pitcher in the west, joins to strengthen the battery. His clever last-season pitching is recalled as a key asset. First formal gate to be held on Decora.
In Lawrence yesterday afternoon the Atchison baseball team beat the Haskell Institute Red Men by a score not fully legible. The Indian battery is listed as Moonlght and Weller, while Atchison pitchers were Jonas and Lopman. Score details are partially unreadable.
The Newton cycling body seeks ground for a track on western city lands after community reports only open space is scarce. Officials aim to obtain council permission to convert the parcel into a raced track and keep it presentable for future athletic use, subject to conditions.
From April 1 to April 4 Manchester creamery received 2051861 pounds of milk and produced 31 pounds of butter and 12 pounds of whey. It shows an average daily milk intake and a yearly payment per partner, highlighting profit and costs for the creamery partnership.
A jumble of local briefs reports Gibbs resigning from Grace Episcopal vestry heading to De Soto Missouri, Allene’s population near 200 growth to about 3 600, Blue Rapids charter members organize a Triple Tie benefit with officers and a banquet, Newton rail official George H Saunders leases a property, district No 68 school reporting strong local conditions, a New ton high school aims for interscholastic league field days, Mrs A Tiveen of Alton Illinois cured sciatic rheumatism with Chamberlains Pain Balm after other remedies failed.
A speculative note claims most Faster anthems will be paid tomorrow across the United States with nine tenths nearly all that Pe Hon will be played on the grandest piano, the Kimn.
Wichita April 1 General Superintendent H. D. Mudge arrived with A. Turner and J. J. Fry for a tour of southern division improvements from Purcell toward Arkansas City. The party noted ballast replacement, possible double tracking, and heavy branch line business at Florence, recalling Mudge’s early Kansas days when buffalo roamed Rice County.
Arthur of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers says federal court injunction in the Consolidated Stress and Wire strike oversteps equity limits. He argues workers must obey but cites broader rights to associate and discuss. Supreme Court review may decide validity of this government tool.
Washington reports a Chilean plan to extend the Transandine railway to the Andes summit, enabling an all-rail link between Buenos Aires and Valparaiso. The project calls for a three mile stretch with a deep tunnel, shortening travel between Argentina and Chile from about twelve days to under two weeks.
Albuquerque reports a crew laying out the boiler department of io and Pacific Shops to be located on vacant space southeast of current offices. Foundation work to commence next week with a sizable crew, Dulin 180 feet long by a fort wie. Rails being laid between Ange and ial linger. Swedish Baptist Gospel Conference to open tonight at Fourth and Filmore with Rev. Atar Carlson of Kansas City delivering the sermon. delegates from across the state expected for weekend meetings featuring prayer, gospel preaching, and demonstrations.
Instructive notes describe Dr O Leary delivering illustrated lectures in Hariton tall Unt, praised as a master in physiology. A lineup of French mannequins and anatomical models captivates students and teachers, with several more evenings of lectures planned.
In Shawnon county court a wife sues her mother-in-law for 3000 dollars claiming the elder Mrs. Butts alienated her husband Charles E. Butts, induced divorce proceedings, and interfered with their marriage. The petitioner details years of alleged slander, abduction of affection, and later threats as she seeks redress.
Washburn travels from Ottawa with a nine innings contest where Ottawa seizes the lead late after Pitcher Sticklett had limited work. Ottawa wins 12 to 11, setting rematch in Topeka on May 6. Washburn schedules earlier trips to Wamego April 28 and Manhattan April 24 amid umpire dissatisfaction.
John F. Finerty, editor of the Chicago Citizen and noted traveler, will present The Story of Ireland at the Grand Opera House next Tuesday evening. Seats on first balcony 36 cents, general admission 20 cents. The event is a noncommercial, nonpolitical literary evening to benefit local public libraries, with Marshall’s band providing music from 7:45 to 8:15 before J C Caldwell introduces the speaker.
Washington April 17 Colored people of the District of Columbus celebrate Lincoln proclamation emancipation anniversary with a parade and open air meeting. President McKinley reviews the procession from the White House portico with Secretary of War Alger nearby. About 2 500 marchers pass in review, flags flying, as bands play. The event highlights civic pride and national memory in the capital.
Topeka readers learn that Edith L. Peake, renowned evangelist, ministers to souls while her husband travels with her selling a patent medicine of his own craft. Some United Presbyterian members deem the setup a medical show and voice concern over decorum and church taste. A prominent member says the double act harms reverence and calls the husband a doctor. Other parishioners recall taking his nose medicine to avoid offense.
The jury found Calvin Hayes guilty of embezzlement in the case against him. They estimated the stolen amount at forty dollars. Hayes, manager of Topeka Produce, had for twelve years in local commissions, and Pelham from New York accused him of misappropriating proceeds from apple sales. Hayes claimed spoilage and debt to Pelham, and was jailed after arrest. a motion for a new trial was filed.
The Northeastern Kansas Teachers association concluded a three day session at St. Fierton Leavenworth with W A Wars of Leavenworth as president M E Pearson of Lawrence as vice president Frances Cather of Atchison as secretary H P McClintock of Topeka as treasurer The next meeting will be held at Leavenworth.
Chris Rearson and Liste seft to visit for two weeks at Puchio. A theft of surgical instruments valued at 330 occurred from Dr. Methuire's bigey on Ninth street by the Copelund. Prof HO Sxcell to lead music at the PF SC B state convention in Topeka June 1 24 and 4. McNeal accepts invitation to speak on July 4 in Manhattan. Mrs. Isabella Charles Davis to address at first M A church service. WC Edwards arranges Port Arthur excursion next Tuesday. Gov Holcomb of Nebraska and Kansans plan a trip. State employees form a baseball team to challenge the court house crowd. John Rodgers found drunk near Jackson Street livery stable at 1145 pm. Kane State Medical Society set for May 3 4 in Topeka with 900 members. Frank G Willard confirmed treasurer of Potwin and A J Vance city attorney. Upcoming meeting will decide Street commissioner and city marshal salaries and sidewalks will be improved.
H P Wag genner proposes to prosecute representative H A Keefer of Leavenworth for perjury connected with a bribery investigation. A tele gram to Judge Horton reports the plan. DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve advertised as a speedy cure for burns cuts and various sores. G W Stansfeld Kansas Ave.
An old newspaper ad invites readers to investigate Dr Charcot’s Kola Nervine Tablets claiming cures for nervous diseases and aged weakness. It promises proof through testimonials, notes a free sample and a money back refund, and lists Eureka Chemical & Mfg in Wisconsin as the contact.
The New York Sun issues a correction regarding February 22 statements about Mr. Noyes and the Associated Press. The piece notes past Sun content and clarifies it did not reflect personal or business integrity, outlining context of AP ownership and a defamation action by General Wager Swasey.
The Topeka Railway line returns to its summer car timetable starting Sunday. Service from Washburn College to the depot area will run about every ten minutes between Flint and Clay streets, with additional cars to Garfield Park and the cemetery. An Easter services shuttle from Washburn College and a trailer for parishioners will operate, managed by Joseph M. Patten, general manager.
A garbled report notes Cy Ogee’s case was dismissed following actions by the U S Attorney General toward District Attorney W Peery. The related Mileham charge appears unresolved as the Ogee matter ends without prosecution, with Perry stating no further case will proceed.
Pabst Brewing Company sues Walter J Veale and George W Veale in a United States court to recover a note for 4200 dollars. Walter Veale purchased horses from Pabst agent and the note was endorsed by George W Veale.
Equitable Aid Union suspends Lynn Mane amid internal order as leaders enforce policy. Lit Crum, visiting Kansas pilgrims, plans to return home soon after weeks in Washington overseeing federal relief distribution duties.
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