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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Aug 08, 1899

Page

7

Ambitious Secretary of State George Clark May Seek Congress

The report says George A. Clark, Oregon secretary of state, plans to run for Congress after his term ends, aided by allies who see him as a strong organizer. Clark denies any such bid, calling the tale a joke, while friends push for a future national post and note his influence in county campaigns.

Tim George A. Clark State House Clark Congress Ofcomes George Horn Ci Apent Madr O Hiv Mission Oeas Styke Winfield Arkansae Mark Cluck Calderhead J. & Torm~neon George Clark A. J. Whitmire Washingon County Thes Georer Clark Junction City

Several Institutions Granted Charters to Do Business

The Citizens Bank of Le Roy and the Courtland State Bank receive charters with capital around 5900 to 104,000 and list directors including Frank Fochele J R Comps Levi Lower and J Lower Haddam Mary J Anser and John Fe Anderson of Wichita. The State Bank of Galena has 800 capital with directors Bartetteae Sirwet S W Tate and Wright of Calamton. The Pine Grove Dry Goods Company of Hutchins has capital Patrick Martin F N Cont and D Martin. The Woods Wholesale Company of Hutchinson lists Thomas M Bredy and Lowe as directors among others.

Citizens’ State Bank of le Roy Capital Frank Fochele Lo Irwin J. R. Comps J. St Meche Ottawa John Cap- Buf Nerwood Courtland State Bank Galena W. Tate Lo i Patrick Martin F. N. Cont

Parvera Names Figures in Mineral and Natural Gas Field

A partial OCR reading lists individuals including V. Mathey of Waka heeee Atineral and Naturlu Gas, Stevie, G. W. Notkhold, and C.K. Lembach of Parvera, suggesting a formal notice or listing of participants in a regional gas project or regulatory filing.

An and &. V. Mathey Wakaheeee Atineral and Naturlu Gas En Re Stevie A de Main G. W. An Notkhold C.K. Lembach Parvera

Fight for Judgeship sparks bitter contest in state

Jefferson hopefuls prepare for a heated race for a vacant judgeship created by district realignment. G W Meaes of Valley Falls is among contenders, with speculation rising that GW McCammon of Jefferson may oppose incumbent Johnson. No Jackson county candidates yet publicly announced.

Jefferson Ganations G. W Valley Falls Johnson Gavernor Stanley Leavenworth County Makituc Tefferson Jackson County Waya Teavenrae Ockeoo Holton Suns GW. McCammon Mr. Jolson

Osage City Adopts Push for Congressional Race

Friends of Hiram Miller of Osage City press for him to run against J M Miller of Morris in the next congressional contest. Miller Morris has already tried to deter him, while others in Osage County weigh whether he will enter. Political maneuvering centers on census supervisor controversy in the Fourth district and potential senate ambitions next year.

Hiram Miller Osage City J. M. Miller Morris Miler Morris Mir Miller Omage City Congress Osage County Stair Senate Trevor Biker Qeuge

Gunboat Napidan fire in Santa Cruz incites panic

In a Manila lake incident near Santa Cruz, the gunboat Napidan opened fire on insurgents after reports of reoccupation. The chaotic defense caused a child’s death and widespread property damage as crowds fled. Authorities regret the accident.

Manila Hong Kong Napidan Pete Santa Crus Lawton Eliot Copp Nea Aix Calamba Lawson Washington Ca Aas el Companies Tre Washington Guse

Enlarge Oakland School Adds Two Rooms and Heating Units

The Oakland School District 3 plans three-room expansion and new heating plant. Aboard elected teacher staff includes John Carter, principal Mrs Province Graft, Miss Jessie Phillips, Mrs Annie Ains, and A. J. Coulter. School set to open in September.

Oakland School Oakland Schoor John Carter State Normel Province Graft Jessie Phillips Annie Ains Coulter Pone

Printer Parks Surprised by Overpayment Claim

Georges A. Clark, secretary of state, received a letter from former state printer J B Parke claiming an overpayment of more than 580 dollars for a printing job. Parke says he gathered stiff hands and that the amount was paid by mistake, with plans to travel to Topeka soon.

Parks Georges A. Clark J. 8. Parke Parke Topeka

Matron of Stormont Appointed Miss Jessie Cannum of Kansas City

Miss Jessie Cannum of Kansas City has been appointed matron of the Stormont Hospital in this city, succeeding Miss Mild Shields who retires. Cannum previously served as matron of the Woman’s Aid Society and takes immediate charge of the facility amid ongoing operations.

Stormont Jessie Cannum Kansas City Mins Mie

County Tax Levy in Shawnee County One Mil Plus

The Shawnee County levy increases to 14 mills for county and city purposes, up 0.3 mill from last year. An eight-tenths of a mill rise funds general revenue and 3.995.10 covers bond and interest payments. Township levies vary by area including Topeka, Tecumseh, Mission, Monmouth, Rossville, and others reflecting road and municipal needs.

Shawnee Topeka Mission Monmouth Rossville Fins “Buyer Lake Monokety Tepeka Tecumseh Auurn Minion

Train wreck in tunnel after tank car explodes in Kentucky

A freight train of 30 cars derailed in Tunnel No 4 on the Cincinnati and Southern line at Somerset Kentucky when a tank car filled with taphtha exploded. Wreckage blocked the line with likely total loss and several injuries reported by railroad officials.

Somerset Cincinnati & Southern Railway

Bank official predicts fraternal orders unite into single group

Breidenthal predicts consolidation of fraternal beneficiary orders across Kansas and the nation. He cites uniting Patriarchs of America with Sons and Daughters of Justice and forecasts one large organization within ten years, with government oversight. The move faces opposition but carries momentum as insurance orders mushroom.

Breidenthal John W. Breidenthal Mreidenthal Kansas Patriarchs of Amperica Indies Hons and Daughters of Justice Anneapolis Hugh Patrelly Lieidenthal Mr. Breidenthal Ordre

Criminal neglect over suspected smallpox cases near Rochester cemetery

Miss Tatty Gardiner is the third person ill near Rochester cemetery with suspected smallpox. Clarence Scott, former supervisor of the cemetery and Tatty’s stepfather, recovered from an eruption once deemed smallpox by some, but county physician Elinger suspects chickenpox. Readers fear inadequate isolation and call on health authorities to quarantine the family and prevent an epidemic in Topeka.

Tatty Gardiner Rochester Clarence Scott Gexton Elinger Scott Miss Gardiner Este de Faile Topeka

Freight rate tensions rise as Gulf road cuts New York to Missouri paths

Intercity commerce Commission members met with executives to discuss freight rates in the West. Kansas City Gulf Road allegedly reduced New York to Missouri river rates via Gulf ports, challenging direct routes. Questioned are the Gulf port to Texas cargo costs and the short haul clause of the Interstate Commerce Act. President Stillwell spoke on policy amid manager concerns.

Chicags Aig Interstate Commerce Commission Calhoun Kansas City Pitteboro Gulf Road Wueters New York Missouri River Pointe Ieee Ross Iguorine Gulf Ports Texas Caate Commission

Indirect routes challenge direct rail lines in freight policy

The text argues that circuitous routing bypasses direct all-rail lines to avoid costly combinations that dominate policy. It claims to set rates and secure business independently, ensuring competitive traffic despite opponents.

Squat Cares Trafic

Elwood Peffer Weds Miss Susie Pollock in Poesa Valley Society

Elwood S Petter of Chen and Miss Susie Pollock of Pomona were married in a family ceremony at the brides parents residence. After the wedding the couple will travel east with Petter assuming a new post as Superintendent of the New York Bell Sugar Company at Kenes New York.

Chine Valley Champiée Chino Caiio Woot Petter of Chien Susie Pollock Poees Mon. Peffer East Misa Pollock Bea Elle Pomona Trientiz Topeka Sandys Ale Peffer Tela Peffer Chine Rome

William Roe Arrested Over Mail Keying Case

A man named William Roe was arrested near the fair grounds on a mail fraud charge after his sister in law Anna Carter swore out a warrant. Carter says Roe opened letters addressed to her at the post office and used the information. Roe is jailed on a $106 bond and will have a hearing before Commissioner Clark tomorrow.

Enan William Roe Fair Ground Dharn Seulnet Toe Airs Anna Carter Carter Clark

Wanted help and positions in Topeka area amid odd listings

Fragmented help wanted items show several Topeka based solicitations for work. Entries mention a plane for debt work, an employment agency, care of horses and silk products, delivery tasks, and other unclear postings with contact hints and street references.

Hiengede Ue Bey Heney Shun H. Drain Detiversy Dortomise Elie Petice Topeka Avenue

Wanted and For Sale Classified Fragments in Topeka Ad Columns

Fragmented ad notices seek craftsmen and workers plus a flood of sales and rentals. WANTED posts include barbers, carpenters, roomers, and a pond or land homestead reference. FOR SALE items cover horses, a Jersey cow, harness gear, groceries, and a house or room rental appears with prices and locations in Topeka area.

Furnished and unfurnished rooms for rent in Topeka area

Multiple listings show furnished rooms at 90 Fopeka avenue and 22 Last Fourth, plus rooms on Monroe street and Harrison street. Unfurnished options on 3rd Quincy and 72 East Lagerstrom, with mentions of light housekeeping and proximity to Kansas avenue. Also notes sale and trade ads, a Topeka Cycle Co listing, and services from local brokers and jewelers.

Por Hent Lai Losly Fopeka’ Avenue Piegsant Monroe Street Furalanes ECU Rene Saretenes Bes Fyi Furniahot Vsnt Houseksrpingr Facuity East Harrison Street BOR Spstalia Quincy Street Kansas Avenue E. Lagerstrom Journal Bas Avenue Ruem Lawrence Bievantal Fantith Topeka Baldwin Farnbenea Geo Stuart Win Kan

Notice of Public Auction and Appraisal

Notice appears to announce an auction and appraisal action on a site on Central Hioun streets. It references August dates and a prior appraisal by First on he Teg ory Touran, with unclear names such as Geralgwend and Gordon. The legibility is poor but indicates a formal notice or legal action.

Treen & Gordon Ang Hioun

Ordinance for city debt and special election to approve

Ordinance 2053 authorizes borrowing for a city water or street project and calls a special election to approve a bond issue not exceeding 12000,000 with four percent interest, payable semiannually, due in twenty years. The canvassing board will tally votes for and against and declare outcome. the mayor and council to implement. Passed August 5.

Tods Cates Nopeia Salt Canvass and

Daily Market Report On Wheat Corn And Hogs Today

The market shows thin activity with wheat and corn prices mostly steady to lower and some slight declines. Cattle and hog receipts and price movements are reported with mixed demand and regional variations, highlighting subdued trading and firmer cash quotes in parts of the market.

Dbs Livers Somiminnion Yanko Ite Shet Fiere Tergvision Absral Reseipia Donmeli Cash Northwest

Market notes and wheat prices rise in late summer trading

The report tracks wheat and corn trends with prices around 7 dollars and discussions of futures, market demand, and supply factors. It notes regional conditions, storage, and potential shifts as traders weigh crop prospects and seasonal harvest activity.

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