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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Apr 19, 1897

Page

2

Peter Denounces Cowardice In Peter And Others Sermon

In Denver Rev Myron Reed spoke to a large congregation at Brackvers temple. He argued that Peter was not a coward but linked the phrase and others to mass crowds and political posters. He contrasted courageous acts with fear and urged sympathy for the common man while recalling Biblical and civic examples.

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Hood's Sarsaparilla Restores Health in Warren Woman

Mrs Warson of 498 Columbia St Warren Indiana recounts years of poor health including heart symptoms asthma and kidney troubles. After taking Hood's Sarsaparilla she regained strength sleptSoundly and avoided bed rest for over a year praising the remedy and recommending it widely.

Hood Columbia St. Warren Ind

The Modern View of Humanity and Its History

The speaker links democracy, education, and equality to broad social progress, arguing that ordinary people rise from obscurity to wealth through natural laws and reform. He cites Voltaire, Muller's ideas, and Lincoln, contrasting past elites with today’s mass society, and urges dedication to the unfinished work of liberty.

Western League Opens Thursday With Blues Schedule

The Western League baseball season opens in Kansas City Columbus and Milwaukee with doubleheaders starting Thursday. Kansas City Blues host St Paul and start a 18 game stretch in Milwaukee Columbus Grand Rapids Indianapolis and St Paul followed by trips to Minneapolis and Philadelphia. Memorial Day and the Fourth of July home dates feature Indianapolis and Milwaukee. The Blues posted strong crowds for Saturday and Sunday games.

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British Warning Halibut Fishing Banned in British Columbia

A British warning prohibits halibut fishing off the British Columbia coast. The report notes warnings issued to several vessels near Tacoma and nearby areas, with penalties for illegal fishing. The measure aims to protect North Pacific fisheries and regulate cross border coastal activity, citing enforcement by authorities.

Unclear OCR notice on land office salaries and raids

An unclear April notice reports salary retrenchment at the land office and investigations into Chippewa Indian raids. It mentions per day earnings, staged dances, and specific dates, with fare reductions and a looming effect after a period of few weeks.

Acnuray Land Office

Exiles May Reign the Future. Tarden. A ferte cadled

An obscure wartime decree directs transport of criminals to Siberia by rail. The order describes confinement and harsh conditions, promising punishment and separation from society. The document references ministers of war and a future under exile governance.

A. Ferte Gort Siberia Anea

War in Thessaly as Greek Turkish forces clash near Mount Olympus

Reports from Constantinople say war has begun after a palace coup, with Turkish forces ordered to advance against Greek positions in Thessaly near Mount Olympus. Greek artillery and cavalry reinforce lines at Kolront and Elassona while both sides suffer unclear losses and shifting troop deployments amid bitter mountain weather.

Constantinople Bihen Pasha Bke Thesmaly Lartasa Apelopaemus Nezerom Thessaly Mount Olympus Nemesros Kolront Constantine Macris Associated Press Malouna Pass Cap Valley Eblessoua Simust Elassona Macedonia

Wyandotte County Courts Face Constitutional Test

In Wyandotte county Kansas City attorneys challenge two new courts created by the last legislature. Judge Pfost, a former reform school official and staunch Leedy supporter, is targeted for removal under a claimed unconstitutional law. J A Smith petitions Supreme Court to free Vint Greer from custody on a habeas corpus writ alleging Pfost lacks jurisdiction due to constitutional issues.

Disant B Pfost Iast Leginlature Wyandotte Kansas City Kan Prost Seywelling God Leedys Justice of the Peace Courts Supreme Court J. A. Smith Vint Greer

Charleston Dispensary Raid Shuts Down Local Sale

Dispensary constables seized 93 cages of contraband items in Charleston on April 1. Officials say a San Francisco house’s operatives arranged the shipment and a drummer connected to the house was invited to Charleston by local leaders to finalize the purchase.

Charleston S.C San Francisco

Paderewski Plays Free At Philharmonic Auditions

London reports Paderewski refused fees for his recent Philharmonic concert appearance. The Philharmonic Society plans to honor him with their gold model at a future event, an award previously given to only a few artists. The notice also urges readers to explore Texas coast country via travel literature and agent information for excursions.

London Aprili—Jagerewes A.C. Amtekkin Ales Philharmonic Arabella Stewart Jing Putt

Cashier Taylor Returns to Argentine Amid Arrest Warrant

George A. Taylor, former cashier of the Argentine bank, returned to Argentine after leaving Kansas City Kansas when a warrant was issued for his arrest on charges of receiving money during deposits. He claims innocence, says he fled to New York seeking work, and intends to address depositors at a court-ordered meeting in Argentine. He asserts he did not intend to evade justice and hopes to explain his side to locals and stockholders.

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McKinley Paid the Bills for Dolphin Trip

President McKinley’s April Dolphin excursion costs were fully covered by government funds. Officials described strict accounting between crew disbursements and visitor expenses, noting no extra coal cost, full rations, and a simple table setup. The president sought no leisure travel charges to government funds, and all payments were accepted.

Washinton McKinley Pag Navy Yard

Parties All Alike Reform and Populists Clash in Debate

J B Bourton and J L Burton argue Reform Party and Populists share blame for bribery schemes and public mistrust. Burton mocks Populists as easily corralled by detectives while condemning bribery and hotel room intrigue. He says Republicans gain ground in Kansas and calls for regulated trusts and debt liquidation to restore good times.

J.B. Bourton Reform Party Burton Pinkerton Book Trust Speaker Street Leas Jon Fine Popullar Re Form Republican Party Kanges Weil Republican Party of Kansas Hanks Corporations Kansan Busines

Political Duty for Citizens and Future Candidacy

A writer argues business people must enter politics to sustain honest governance and warns that political growth is slow and planned. The piece cites tariff concerns and predicts the Republican party will pursue safe lines, with Burden, Burton commenting on his own political plans and need for a major office to reenter campaigns.

Burton Republican Party

Salmon Industry in Distress Hits Columbia River Canneries

Astoria April 1 The eastern salmon market unsettles packers with no cannery activity likely on the lower river by May if prices stay at four cents per pound. Fishermen’s union to meet about resisting the four-cent rate as packers plan to close operations and unload supplies below cost amid fierce competition and limited fish from the Columbia River fishery.

Astoria Ore Columbis Fishermen's Union Rena Packers’ Association

Peary Orders Revoked Stirring Arctic Plans

Washington reports a secretary reversed orders affecting Lieutenant Robert Peary, who is on duty at the New York depot. The Arctic expedition program and related maps and scientific geographers debate the secretary’s action while awaiting further departmental clarification.

Washington Apen Lon Robert K. Thas New York Mare Inent Pi California Keone Peummin Rae Geogragytical Peary Aes Polar Aseone

Jordan to Be Retained As Assistant Treasurer

Washington reports the president plans to retain Coddmd Jordan as assistant treasurer of New York. If confirmed this signals Senator Platt will oppose Jordan’s confirmation in the Senate, as he has announced opposition to the move.

Washington N. Jordan New York Thomas Platt Jordan Senate

Joseph Wants Land for Nez Perce at Colville Reservation

Joseph, leader of the Nez Perce band at Colville, appeals to Indian Affairs for tribal land near Snake River Idaho, seeking parcels allotted to his people, a wage fund and a $1000 annual pension, as he spoke before Acting Commissioner Seni. A separate note mentions a forthcoming annual benefit with entertainment and the Actors’ Fund in New York, plus travel rates and laundry services.

Joseph Washington Colville Car Pittepu Actors’ Fund New York Inc

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