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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Apr 25, 1900

Page

5

Local News Snaps Mixed In Busy District Notes

Disjointed items describe school and community happenings with students, post office updates, a university report, juror panels, and local meetings. Names like Mrs Scowler and Jody Govern appear amid scattered references to taxes, a Batman club, and parish events, reflecting a bustling but fragmentary local page.

Estes Sarah Cline Dee Gatlires Port Beate Tomarcow Sal Mra Scowler Bates Cape New Yorke Sieccantiie Unniversity of Tiltnets Epiacopal Sun Serait Batman Club Dia Cokalocn Nelly

Educational Work Main Topic at Ecumenical Conference Session

New York April 22 Bishop Dudley of Kentucky opened the Ecumenical Conference with a focus on education. William Twain Minnioner spoke on education’s role in the nation, while Rev John Comkna led afternoon discussions. Sessions covered medical training, moral questions, and church activities at Carnegie Hall, Union Methodist, Madison Avenue Reformed, Central Presbyterian, and Avenue B Presbyterian.

New York Dudley of Hentucky Carnegie Hall Willian Twain Minnioner Larch Theatan Rlsiowe John Comkna Eube Pa Aay Springfield Midison Avenue Wats ‘Avenue Bo Presbyterian Church Chassber Music Hall Carengie

Story of the Hedges Perplexing District Court Problem

Unclear notes describe a district court session confronting a perplexing problem involving an important female aid and testimony or attestation before the judge. The fragmentary text hints at legal contention needing clarification or resolution. The article centers on court proceedings and the roles of named individuals.

District Court Imate

Hasen and jurors in district court hedge dispute

A fragmented report describes Hasen and 12 jurors in a district court session in the morning. The text references a hedge dispute involving Wim and a mental game metaphor, noting terms and positions as if in a chesslike exchange, with unclear outcomes.

Hasen Wim Chean

Gift to Dewey Watch Talisman of Northwest Children

A Washington report dated April 26 details Admiral Dewey receiving a 90 000 child donation delegation from the Northwest. The group presented a 23 carat gold watch with a matching fob, funded by press coordinated contributions. The piece includes donor names and a commemorative inscription and notes the watch as a talisman of happiness and support.

Washington Admiral Dewey Northwest Archie Cudzow Rosemawant Forthwest Mobuy la Dor Admiral Dewe Stine Manita Rarbor

Plaster Mine Accident Hurts Charles Jewell at Blue Rapids

In Blue Rapids Ken on April 25 Charles B Jewell suffered a severe accident at Great Western Plaster Mills. A roof collapsed while he adjusted a blast chamber pinning his right arm and causing other injuries. Jewell supports an aged mother and his daughter.

Charles Jewell Blue Rapids Hive Rapids Ken Charles B. Jewell Great Western Plaster Mills Mint Jewell

West Side Reading Circle Socials and Bridal News

Topeka society notes describe the West Side Reading Circle meeting at Mrs Vansant's home with a local vocal trio and discussion on School Room. Wedding news covers Miss Joerger of Leavenworth marrying Frederick Fryer of Sullna at the Joerger home with a bridal party and reception.

West Side Reading Circle Mrs Vansant Felicity Club E. Prescott George W W. D. Lacey Birt A. W A.J. Wolcott Dan Mm Margaret Wiggin Mra C. Baker A. C. Jacques Henry Keeler F. & Vansant Sixth Avenue E. Anderson F. A. Snow C. A. Fellows Alderson Annie Ll. Diggs Hame Auss Mannene Joerger Leavenworth Frederick Fryer Sullna Kas J. N. Joerger Steet Ate Coer Mr Prank Harl Wyatt Tandsay Misa Willard Mise Mseon Helen Kelley Neely Todd Mise Jose- Mine Joereer Ed Haug Pather Downey Mr. Fruer Chicago Walt Ir Denver Mr. Clements Topeka City

Quay Defeat Shocks Harrisburg Followers at Convention

Matthew S. Quay’s unexpected Senate defeat stunned his loyalists gathered in Harrisburg for the state convention. Insurgent leaders and anti-Quayites celebrated, while Governor Stone faced questions about a possible special session. State figures predicted Quay’s removal as a candidate and discussed alternate nominees.

Te Quay Washington Quay Jons Stone Stobe Senate John PF. Elkin Friends Senator Quay Pennsyvania United States Senate

Darien Canal Commission Workers Move Into New Territory

A dispatch from Panama reports C Ripley and party under the United States canal commission have left for Darien to explore the coast between Darien Harbor and Caledonia bay on the Atlantic side. The expedition will study the Sahure Tuyra and Chucunaque rivers with support from local authorities in Chepignua and Pigogin. Accompanying Ripley are assistant engineers Haney Delamaiter, and Dr Mandel, the surgeon.

New York Herald Panama C. Ripley United States Canal Commission Darien Darien Harbor Caledonia Bay Atinode Ald Tethmus Sahure Tuyra Chucunaque Chepignua Pigogin Ripley Messia, Haney and Delamaiter Dr. Mandel

Walsh and Wealth to End Alliance in May

Blanche Walsh says Sardou plays no longer draw audiences, ending a two year alliance with Melbourne McDowell on May 12 in New York. Afterward Mike Walsh will pursue European writers as the pair part ways amid labor disputes and uncertain returns for stage material.

Blanche Walsh Chicago Times-Herald Blanche Wealth Melbourne McDowell New York Mike Walsh Europe Misa Walsh

Powder explosion at Kam Shau destroys 2M homes

Thirty persons killed in the Kam Shau powder magazine blast near Chita. A Canton telegram reports Shei Ping of the reform party sentenced to life. Canton viceroy pursues Au San and Fo Taanhoi leaders of the Salhu Brigade. A $5,000 reward offered for deterrent actions. Brooks murder cases proceed under deferred sentences. Tokyo money market tight as banks raise rates.

Kam Shau Chins Yokohama Victoria Um Shau Chita Salhu Brigade Brooks Tokyo Tak-Ese Japan London

Deaths and Funerals Bowen to be held Sunday at 2

Funeral services for H. B. Bowen are scheduled for Sunday afternoon at 2 oclock in Quincy. Bowen and Soris are listed among the deceased with arrangements to be announced.

H. B. Bowen Bowen Soris Quincy Sereat

Appleton Couple Wed in Chicago Surprise to Friends

Mr Fred Harriman of Appleton Wisconsin wed in Chicago on April 10. Mrs Hollister, widow of N Hollister a Lang wreck victim, reportedly faces a notable union. Harriman, a prominent attorney and business figure in Appleton, long active with the Wisconsin Stock Association, is said to plan a residence move as friends lament the city departure. Miss Lolee Scranton is noted as a relative of Mrs T J Martindale of 623 West Eighth Avenue.

Agg Fred & Harriman Appleton Wis Chicago Puss Fay Hollister Santa Fe N. Hollister Lang Harriman Apjieton Wis ‘Stock Association Harrima Lolee Scranton T. J. Martindale West Eighth Avenue

Local Notices and Afield Items From Topeka Column

Topeka column items note residents visiting St Louis and Kilmer, a residence for sale at 123 Holman, Blue Post meeting at Lapp's Hall, Mr. Davis hosts Needle Ten meeting, tree lodged under Cen real avenue bridge above Spiller creek, American Benevolent association officers installed, horse broke to harness fli ght on Lagrent street, Minnie Doering entertained at Unkin Pacific hotel with Hearts, Mr. Howen to receive brother's remains, stray Ohio news, Era rahe Gatures mentioned.

Kimball Printing Company Kansas Avenue Wil Strauss Tay St .Louis Bir Cink Powers Hoyt T. Bell Holman Street M. Kent Kilmer Blue Post Lapp Wm. Koehler Sir Jackson Street Rochester Reading Circle D. F. Hoover H. Merrit Rock Island Bridge St. Harrison Street Topeka Avenus Jeffers & James T. N. Davis Cenreal Avenue Spilter Creek American Benevolent Association Ingtalling Ube Charles Horsfield Fred Buechner Grand Sentinel T. W. Wickel Minnie Doering Unkin Pacific Hotel Bowen Rock Island Bo Howen Ohio

Attempted robbery ends with vessel damage claims

Entry describes an attempted robbery on a vessel that smashed the smoke stack, tore a large hole in the cabin roof, and knocked out a panel in the larboard side, with injuries and losses to be assessed.

Pledged Votes Highlight State Governorship Contest

The state convention opens with Sam Ford holding 200 pledged votes toward nomination, a strong lead in a crowded race. Stal lings also commands support, while incumbents Morena and others are expected to secure re nominations in a competitive, instruction driven gathering.

Sam Ford Congregaman Stallings Senator Morena Ignator Ee

Real Estate Transfers Record for Wm Harvey to Jno Pritts

Real estate transfer notice shows Wm Harvey and wife conveying 400 acres parcel 238 and worth 8 percent to Jno Pritts. Transaction appears under real estate transfers with affected properties and parties named.

Wm. Harvey Jno P. Pritts

Property Transfers and Debts Across Multiple Buyers list

A fragmented list shows transfers of real estate and small debts. Names include Janus T and Sarah ZT Larimer exchanging parcels, Curtis additions and Mayer spouses, Conrad Mayer, Willard area properties, Holden Street, and various payments from $1 to $1,500. The item reads like an index of deed records and mortgage-like obligations.

Janus T Sarah ZT Larimer Holden Street Willard M. EB Barry Chandler Sion May Newell Cook Logan

Rain Records and Uncertain Forecast Show Light Shower

The Weather Bureau notes ten hundredths of an inch of rain fell last night despite a forecast of partly cloudy skies. Weatherman Cox warned no rain for Tuesday afternoon, yet a shower arrived unceremoniously. The day features a cooler trend with a southeast breeze and a high barometer moving east from the Pacific slope.

Weather Bureau Wight Cox Pacific Slope South Dakota Moses

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