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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Apr 21, 1897

Page

4

Democratic Coalition Forms as Dems Plan City Victory

A New York movement seeks to unite Democratic factions under Taewan F. Fiowarla to form a broad coalition defending the metropolis. Opponents warn of factional splits while leaders insist unity can secure control of city government for municipal progress.

New York Apru Democratic Club Taewan F. Fiowarla Tunlon Teforma Tammany Baidera Waverel

Destruction of Graded School Sparks Panic in Washington Inn

A three story brick graded school burned yesterday afternoon causing panic among about 1,200 children. Many narrowly escaped with wraps and belongings as fire spread rapidly. No fatalities but several injured. damage estimated at $55,000. Fire department arrived, building likely ruined before vacation.

Washington, Inn Wae Bilding Tebulll

Ivory Indemnity Demand Tangles U S and British Claim

April 1 report notes Ivory who faced prison on dynamite plot suspicions fled with the state department to seek indemnity from Britain. A claimed 2109 000 appears in the proceedings, described as regular and proper as similar cases like those of the Tasted. Regular messages promote timely meals for passengers and laundry services listed among local ads.

U. S Weekington Poin Stites Polyward Ivory Supe Ten State Department

Shocking Bridge Accident Injures Worker at Kansas Point

At 11 15 this morning a traveling crane dumping concrete at the Kansas bridge cofferdam sent a plank driven by a heaved load onto bridge worker Joseph Dubeck. He was struck on the head, unconscious, and taken to his home for treatment as doctors feared a skull fracture.

Kansas Ptenic Tridge Joseph Dubeck Pew Bridge Dubeck Werkmaen Coffar Mas Ivan Diberk Bubeck

Mayhall Tragic Death at Santa Fe Shops

George W Bagnall a car reporter at the Santa Fe shops died when a transfer table crushed him at work yesterday afternoon near the tracks. The accident occurred as the table edge struck him and the wheel passed over his body. Inquest returned an accidental death verdict. Mayhall leaves a wife and several children. funeral plans await his return from Texas.

George W. Bagnall Santa Fe Murhall Lime Street Santa Fe Ace Maytals Waekeusling Lycross Tes Mayhall Mayhalt Vear Jones Frid Bendfeld Maytali de Moss & Penweils Undertaking Establishment Conotwr Westerfeld Mayhall HG. de Moss Cora Lulu Mazel Lome Direct Lee Mayhall Sone Don Ta Mayhall Texas Railways Ra Mayhall Texas

Fell in the Creek as Durkin and Horse Plunged From Bridge

A funeral procession on Sixth Street for Michael Hanley moved toward the Catholic cemetery when John Durkin a telegraph lineman and his horse plunged from the old stone bridge into the creek. Both horse and driver were pulled from the water and the cortege continued in two parts. Durkin and the horse suffered injuries but survived as others escaped unharmed.

John Durkin Michael Hanley Sixth Street St War Joh Durkin Curdotte Urmer

Home News Snaps From Aubstryca Town Notes

A jumble of small town items reports light rain, bridge work, legal cases, social events, and local people in Topeka and nearby areas. Mentions include courtroom liquor charges, a wedding trip, and municipal improvements while everyday life unfolds with city officials and residents in Lawrence and surrounding communities.

Aubstrycaiy Cofferdusn Goncrete Bom Mise Clit Leedy Lawrence

Bribery Allegations Hit Colorado Oleomargarine Bill

Denver April 21 Governor Adama vetoed the oleomargarine sales regulation. The veto message alleges open bribery in both house and senate to pass the bill. The governor cites a letter from a broker soliciting $150 as a payoff. Local dealers and manufacturers in Kansas City and Indianapolis are said to have contributed.

Denver Adama Theaver Kinger Te Chi Bolte House Senate Kansas City Indianapolis

Dan's Fistic Carnival Promises Big Ring Card at Curzon

Ademil-A Livingston and Dan A Stewart prep for an August carnival with Stuart's cousin Charit arriving soon. Another anticipated bout pits Corbett vs Petersimmons as the summer feature. Flood damage disrupts Oregon railway service from Portland to Boise with washed bridges between Huntington and Baker City. Leah the Forsaken tickets go on sale at Grand Friday. Snow's Drug Store offers tickets for the Santa Fe Route Journey.

Curzon. Nev ADEMIL—A_ Livingston Dan A. Stewart Stuart Charit Wil Livingston Dhe Corbett Pitrsimmons Tolaho Boise Idatut Oregon Railway Eomy Portland Huntington Haker City Snow

Representative Sayers Proposes Global Mississippi River Plan

Texas representative Sayers, former appropriation committee chair, suggests the U S invite top engineers worldwide to design a permanent river control system for the Mississippi. A prize pool of 950000 for best plan and 25000 for second would lure talent, with entries published in major cities internationally and judged by engineers and civil life leaders.

Washengren Sayers Texas Hae United States Hues Canal Holland Europe India Australia Japan Ofie Oivil

Tragic Fourth Floor Collapse Kills Chicago Woman

Mrs Mary Hans aged 25 of 64 Cherry street was crushed to death yesterday evening when an old frame building at 66 Cherry street collapsed during demolition by boarder Alexander Fisher. The structure belonged to Uburthauser Stone Company. Fisher warned but a wall section fell outward, trapping Mrs Hans who died on arrival. Workers cleared debris and Haas was held for inquiry.

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Tariff on Hides Promoted by Montana Stock Growers

Montana Stock Growers Association petitions Congress for a protective union on cattle hides. Miles City notes mild cattle losses in southern Montana, blamed on late fall pilgrim traffic and new travel. Debate continues on whether tariff should be protective or prohibitive. Dickinson meeting in Merrow to gather data for further estimates.

Montana Stock Growers’ Association Congress Miles City Mont Montana Stock Growers Montana Dickinson Merrow Tomers

Con Chumos Seeks Greece Fight If Needed

Con Chumos, a reputed arm veteran, told a Journal reporter that if Macedonia and Spheres rise Greece will win the war. He says Greek forces could grow stronger and that he may go to Greece to fight once his personal business and collections are settled. Americans are credited with issuing about 600000 patents, over a third of global total. Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy is praised by ZW Vaudin of Oakton KY as the best stomach and bowels medicine.

Con Chumos Greeve Macedonia Greece Chaisberlain Vaudin Oakton Kysaya

Story of Ireland lecture praised at Grand Opera House

Mr John P. Finerty of Chicago delivered The Story of Ireland lecture praising Ireland’s enduring spirit and future as a nation. He traced Ireland’s history from ancient worship to Cromwell and Catholic emancipation, noting mass emigration and famine, and closed with hope that justice and Ireland’s rise will come.

Ireland John FP. Finerty Chicago Grand Opera House Finerty J. ©. Caldwell Pinerty Mr.Pinerty Congress Chicago Clinen Chas. J. Devlin Emerald Isle Ife St. Patrick Kilzabech Cromwell Imlon Sone Mr. Finerty England Tish Catholica Free America

Arion Concert Delights Arion Hall

A fine Arion society concert last night featured Stebnbers’s orchestra with standout violin solo by Harry Steinberg and a Stalin duet by James Paul and Jane Steinberg. Program included Overture, Piano Duet, Violin and Clarinet Duets, Soprano Serenade, and several solos and duets.

Arion Hall Stebnbers Arions Harry Steinberg Stalin James Paul Jane Steinberg Waa Steinberg E. C. Lewis Theo. Mueller Barry Steinberg Slnter Marr Harry Hammond Ches Chapman Jamen Paul

River 18 Falling Near Vicksburg and Natchez

The Mississippi Lower at Southern Point to Natchez region is steady or falling as crevasses threaten land around Natchez and Hancock’s below. Levee work continues despite rising rivers, and refugees flood into major delta towns while relief committees scramble to provide for evacuees.

Mississippi Memphis Vicksure Helena Natchez St. Joseph Hayou Sara Himes Natohez Hancock's Natcnon Somtlaues Tivert Ara Miseisamp Lestium

Ambassador Hay Welcomed in Southampton by Local Officials

On April 14 the St Paul reached Southampton harbor at 12 30 pm. Col Jon Hay United States ambassador to the court of St James was introduced by US consul Warner S Kinhead to J B Carter secretary of embassy and Southampton mayor. The mayor presented a photo of the Mayflower and President Marper of the chamber of commerce greeted the ambassador who said he seeks to foster cordial ties and work for the welfare of the United States.

Southampton Apri St Paul America Henry White United States J. B. Carter Jon Hay Court of St James Hero Warner S Kinhead Marper Southampton Chamber of Commerce Col. Hay

Spain Refuses Indemnity for Imprisoned American Sailors

The report, dated April 1, states Secretary Sherman sent Senate a response to claims by Gustave Richelieu and August Hollen. They were imprisoned in Santiago de Cuba for three weeks, reportedly ill with rheumatism and fever, and offered $1.00 each, which Spain rejected. The State Department is pursuing the matter. Spain cites lack of clearance and wartime provisions, while Olney argues imprisonment violated treaty provisions.

Washington Sherman Senate Gustave Richelieu Heston August Hollen Spain Hem Tetusma Szain CIA

Denver Cable Company Employees Face 1 Percent Pay Cut

In Denver on August 21 workers at the Denver City Cable Tall Way company are to accept a 1 percent wage reduction. An earlier January agreement set a three month trial with a possible further cut if quarterly earnings lagged behind the previous year. Two meetings indicate likely acceptance, though final decision not yet made.

Denver Denver City Tts

Wheat sold at $1.25 per hundred in Col.

A sale of 5,000 bushels of wheat occurred at 1.25 per hundred, topping Chicago's high on Saturday by five cents. Mention of Santa Fe Route travel options appears in a faded line, with references to Pollman Palace sleepers, free reclining chair cars, Rope and twine, and Tayman Oberley Co.

Clustt, Coon & Co Troy Pollara Fyor Chicago Santa Fe Pollman Palace Tayman Oberley Co

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