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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Apr 29, 1897

Page

8

Leavenworth Sees Gala G A Pril Bond and Appointments

A city council meeting in Leavenworth approved a 5000 dollar bond for the department’s adjutant general and announced staff appointments. Dates October 11 to 15 were set for a departmental event with plans tied to state officials and a June Kansas City gathering noted.

Leavenworth Coloneldi Glipatrick Goerpe Ho Teary Hart Jud Thre Botkin Hutchinson Benton Free Chainundérob Wilson Bestel J. J. Breware Fortscott Charles Harti Emporia Jh. H. Dearning Wichita Lewis Hanback TJ. Anderson A. M. Fuller Kannee City Botanmur Auffaly Aviaabie Betkin Lewis Branbeck Kansas City Kuswenteeter Reneral Ben Et. Downing Judie aAdvocate John C. Carpentier Charity Tistetime Officer Robert McGrewor Baxter Sprinca Onset of Sides A. E Waterhouse Ation Militar Borin Leavanworsh Eee Tearshal John A. Fouts Cotmissary John L. Taylor Leavenwerth, ‘the Spy

Decorate On Saturday And Memorial Events Fixed

General orders announce May 3 as the decorating day and Sunday observances, adjusting memorial services to avoid conflicts. Commander Theo of Kansas reports Captain Clarkson’s instructions, with Commander Rotkit now leading the department and Maude Merrell appointed as department clerk.

Commaidor Rotkit Kansas Department Dol WC Man Beirg Mist Maude Merrell

Hillmon Case Proceedings Show Insurance Firms Involved

In the Hillmon matter Wheat of Leavenworth and Hut shining of Kansas City appear as attorneys in a bitter dispute over Bien Hillmon and a son’s purchase of Hillmen interest. Defendants argue for a delay as insurers seek advantage by proving two interested parties conflict. Subpoenas were issued for Wheat and Hut hine to appear in court Saturday morning to reveal extent of involvement.

L. B. Wheat Leavenworth F. Hutching Kginsse Bien Weathermts Die Insurance

Ideal Panacea and Hair Renewer Endorsed by Clergy

An advertisement touts Dr King’s New Discovery as a cure for coughs and related ailments with testimonials from Rev John Bergus and James L Francis. It promotes an Ideal Cure with free samples at Jo Ke Jones’ drug store and features Hall’s Vegetable Sicilian Hair Renewer by Lee Jones, phone 430.

James L. Francis Algerman Chicago Ruya King John Bergus Keokuk Methodist Episcopal Church Henetefal Dr. King Tisai Jo. Ke Jones Fifth Street Haneas Avenue

Topeka Auditorium plans outline bold building ideas

At a directors meeting of the Topeka Auditorium Association the organization was formalized with by laws and a 44 member board. Plans call for a brick building facing Kansas Avenue with ample exits, seating 6 000, and a stock plan issuing 3400 shares with coupons funding future entertainments and building improvements.

Topeka Tartenn Jag Sugcested Py Rollewing Ks Anierson Ofichy Ehalirsey Victer CP Adam B.S Brigham Wm. Geen Gita Kidine Henderson Th. Nereis Clyy Park Noor Audtrorhan Miiity Park Leta Jer Uliah Comenitigc Fourie Gael Attvors Netiele Petman Witech Girotiy Coutas

Corn Planting Behind Schedule Across Corn Belt

Chicago reports from 468 correspondents across 110 counties show spring planting is generally one to three weeks late, except in northern Iowa and northern Missouri where timing is closer to last year. Other crops are up to the average, while weather and regional conditions drive the delay. The item also mentions Dr. Angel’s leave of absence and a local ad for DeWitt’s Little Early Risers.

Chicago Chicago, Burlington and Quincey Road Towa Missouri Geniral Nebraska Iowa J. Warren Pleasant Bronk Chamberlain Kennedy Avgsli Ann Arbor Mich Board of Regents University of Michigan Aneel Turkey Angel

Confederate Monument Unveiled in Dallas With Ceremonial Rites

In Dallas on April 29 the Confederate Monument, a Texas granite shaft six feet high, was unveiled by Daughters of the Confederacy. Figures of Jefferson Davis, Robert E. Lee, Stonewall Jackson, and Albert Sidney Johnston stand on pedestals at its base. Eulogies were given by John H. Reagan and others as young ladies decorated the monument with towers during a ceremonial battle of towers concluding the event.

Dallas Tex Daughters of the Confecracy of Texas Jefferson Davis R. E. Lee Stonewall Jackson Sidney Johnston Jef Davie Tt. BH. Lee George N. Aldredze H. W. Lightfoot Albert Si@nes Johnston Norman G. Kittrel A. T. Watts

Burglar Foiled by Merchants Policeman at Burnett Jewelry

Early this morning a thief tried to break into RE V. Burnett's jewelry store at 627 Kansas Avenue using a crowbar. Merchant Policeman Owen rushed in hearing the alarm, fired twice, and the burglar escaped. the crowbar and broken lock edge were found outside the rear door.

RE V. Burnett Kansas Avenue Hitchell & Marburg Burnett Toose Owen

Republicans Yet Short Deboe Election Fails Senate Majority

Washington April 29 The Kentucky election of Deboe does not alter the senate balance. Without Kyle and the Vice President, Republicans trail 43 to 32 with 12 Populists and silver Republicans. Kyle with the vote and the Vice President could give Republicans 44 and a majority, but a party vote remains possible.

Deboe Senate Washington Kentucky Seonter Kyle South Dakota Fogether Debpe Kyle Republicas Vicce Florida

Ed Newcomb Captured After Burst of Vandalism

Wichita Apel 22 A special to the Beacon from Newkire T says Ed Newcomb leader of a noted batch of pullaws has been caught and jailed with the band broken up. Deputy Marshals Brown and Ted Etter found the trail and confronted Newcomb near a stream bend. They pursued and after a struggle he fled on horseback. The next morning a physician treated a wounded man who proved to be Newcomb, captured after a chase.

Wichita Apel Newkire Ed Newcureb Lader Brown Tedetter Newcomb Winchesters

TWO AMERICANS IN PRISON IN CUBA NEWS REPORT

Consul General Lee reports two American citizens jailed in Cuba. Jos. Thomas was arrested in Havana on April 20, with charge details unclear. Rafael Fernandes was seized by Cuban troops and held. consular officials request full treaty rights and due process. News notes a separate mountain outlaws incident and a rancher’s body recovered near Cuften, with names and details partially garbled.

Washington Lee State Department Cuba Rafael Fernandes Casalec

Funeral at First Presbyterian for Judge McFarland

Large crowd attended the 10 o'clock service at Topeka First Presbyterian Church for Judge N C McFarland. Dr F S McCabe and Rev Linus Blakesley presided, praising his integrity and faith. A brief grave service followed at Topeka Cemetery, with pallbearers drawn from close friends and family.

N. C. McFarland First Presbyterian Church Judge McFarland Presbyterian Church Dames Gee W. Parkhurst F. E. Weer W. R. Carrie BH. W. Hinckley Judge McParland Licht F. 5. McCabe Jude McFarland Jesus Christ Christ Moley Tim Mase Amilng John Guthrie W. A Jonnsion Wm_ Sims C. E. Jenqs Jonathan ‘Thames Col John Ker Topeka McFarland

Judge Hazen Adjourns Court For Judge McFarland Funeral

The Shawnee county district court honored late Judge N C Mc Farland by adjourning briefly to attend his funeral. Judge Hazen excused a jury then in trial and jurors in a separate case to join the service, returning to resume court after the ceremony as most of the city’s legal community gathered.

Hazen McFarland District Court Shawnee County N.C. McFarland Court House

Bloodthirsty Lover Shot Cousin and Mother Then Burned Home

A man named James Brooks killed his lover and her mother in Red Banke near San Pranceco, then set their home on fire and died in the blaze. Brooks, formerly a ranch laborer, was discharged for loving Lulu Qualle despite her objections. The double murder and arson occurred after an argument over the relationship.

San Pranceco Red Banke Themis Der Jorn Quaiie Luhi James Brooks Brooks Qualles Ranch Mise Lulu Qualle’s

Kochs Phthisis Cure Report From Frankfort Deputy Consul

A report to the state department by Dean Mason deputy consul general of Frankfort details Kochs method for treating phthisis. It summarizes the remedy preparation and administration and notes practical experimental results. The account emphasizes the practitioner’s skill and the contemporary findings.

Koch Washington Dean Mason Gengral Frankfort

Card of Thanks for Nora Deupree and Family

The Deupree family thanks officials state house and friends who helped through the sickness and death of beloved husband and brother Nora Deupree. J W Deupree and Deupree family express gratitude for support and kindness from neighbors and acquaintances.

State House

North Topeka society notes and local arrivals

North Topeka column details visitors and residents. Frisble of Manhattan in town visiting relatives. Ward of Silver Lake, Palmer of Kansas City, telegraph superintendent, in town. Local business changes include Lukens brothers building retouched. Miss Lucy Dittus cashier at North Star groc. Church and club events noted with Bible study, whist club at Chesterfield, and a cake walk won by Miss Clara Steele.

Tema Kansas Avenue Frisble Manhattan W. C. Steele Seward Ward Silver Lake North Aide Palmer Kansas City Telegraph Lukens’ Brothers Lucy Dittus Meriden Northside C. M. Blanchard Bufard Davis Central Avenue Kansas Avenue ME Rev Chandler FAA Clara Steele

Utah delegation to invite President to Pioneer Jubilee

A delegation chosen by Governor Wells and the Utah semicentennial commission will travel to Washington to invite President McKinley to attend the Jubilee celebration for Utah pioneers arriving in July. The group includes George Z Cannon P H Lannan and George W Bartoni with state senators and congressmen. They depart Salt Lake City next Monday.

Salt Lake Ghovernor Wells Utah McKinsey Congress Messrs. Cannon, Lanfan and Barth Washington

Reduced Rates to St Louis and National Turnfest

Reduced travel to St Louis or the National Turnfest offered by the Union Pacific. Tickets will be one fare for round trips with sale dates in May from Dolita to Kansan Nebraska and Colorado. Fast connections, best accommodations, and inquiries to the agent for further information.

St Louis Union St. Dowie Union Pacific Dolita Kansan Nebraska Colorado

Dr Pierce's Health Advice Advertises Womanly Health

An advertisement extols Dr Pierce's health products and books for women's ailments and the care of pregnancy. It touts Prevett pills and a medical discovery as cures and promotes the Common Sense Medical Adviser as a life saving guide with many women testifying to its value. A new edition is available with paper or cloth binding and requests orders via a mailing address.

Weil Maud Ce Ohta Pierce Seandary Medical Association Stampa

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Hamilton Hall Auditorium Topeka Festival Chorus V. Hinckley Gertrude Tracy The Vikings Israel Elijah Mes Geo. W. Parkmorss Mendelssohn Marie Nonroy Pieuxtemps Mary'lous Haydn Selo Mee Florence Hollister Thomas Balyth Dunbar St. Joseph Solo Verdure Clad Mise Enma Dent Ourawa Dunkler Haydn Thomas Mille Sorter Ferry Mins Dent Dunbar Kansas G.A.R. Reunion Adiicenon Beyel Bake Powder Co New York Hillmon Hall Lee Jones Annie DeWht G. W. Bransfield Kansas Ave ED Newcomb Oklahoma Spacifh Cate Angi Eneepublican Sain Fess Fred Higena Wiack Jack Fesperadoes Stern Grane Porate Cue Ton Adil Sir Louis Nora Deupree J. W. Deupree Deupree North Topeka Dtr W. C Steele Buck Second Presbyterian Church Baptist Frankie Short Jordan Miss Short New York City Niagara Parls Utica J. S J. W. Priddy Board of Education Fagan South Side Pagan Bucie Henry Rooten van He Paramore Street Thomas Kirkpatrick Id Menry Edwards Cheney T. 2 Rochester Kilmer Buchanan Street HJ. Miller Mra Miller Charlie C. Welsh Willard Bred Carson Jobo Wm Gushard Geraldine Chirlie Heartburg Dorothy Baptist Indies R. B. McMasters Jackson Street Mia Nicholson Horace Aton Edna Fence Mary Petro Edum Parkhurst C. Kistler Char Berry Will M’kincey J. M. Knight Omine Undertaker & Furniture Dealer Ig Bisuress Feahile Kansam Ave Pilone Biliousness A. D. Clark Indian Territory Rugs ST. Louis Weankite Ave Prise Ist Ota
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