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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Aug 10, 1899

Page

5

Expedition to Arctic Peak Ends in Harsh Trek

Al Henry G Bryant and companions departed Bann by Hurtful route to reach the base of a high mountain. After days of scrambling through forests and ice avalanches they camped near cliff walls, enduring extreme altitude and danger as they pressed toward the summit with limited gear and support.

Bann al W Henry G. Bryant Philadelphius Louk Simpson River Canadian Rockies Annneboine Joalley Ai Bryant

New York Sun's Fight Linked to Typographical Union

The Typographical union No. 6 and Navate sign two leaders urge Sun workers to withdraw from the Bun office. The Central Federated union building trades section declares action. The State Federation of Labor offers telegrams of support to President Dekiney.

New York Ave Typographical Unien No Sun John AL Delaney Typographical Union No. 1 John PF. Comrie Netave Building Trades Section Central Federated Union State Federation of Labor Dekiney

West Indian hurricane bulletin issued from Washington

The Weather Bureau bulletin places the hurricane center north of the western Cubs extremity and indicates potential revival. Shipping in the South Atlantic and Cuba area advised to remain in port as the storm approaches. Acting Chief Williams signs the advisory.

Cubs Washington Weather ‘Bureau Tavita Rhwand Wiltlams Weather Bureau

Fragmented University of Michigan lab fire story

A garbled account describes a laboratory fire at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. The text mentions a dispensing system, flames, and injuries, with numerous broken phrases and unclear details about cause, persons, or outcomes. The readability is limited, but references to safety and medical response imply an incident with damage and concern.

Clark University of Michigan Ann Arbor Dispeniein University Heraiou Laboraetory

Topeka Tennis Club Opens With Strong Preliminary Rounds

The Topeka Tennis club tournament at Tenth and Fillmore streets shows improved play over last year despite excessive heat. Veteran players remain, new entrants spark the field, and yesterday’s National meeting drew pairs from five sheets to set the preliminary matchups. George Stoker loses to Vernon of Emporia in one early singles game.

Tenth Fillmore Streets Topeka Bet Rand FE Sheldyn

Spectators follow Hight and national event at Beadaltnleith

The report notes strong spectator interest at a national event with Komcert visitors and friends of players expected to attend to entertain. Frank Crane and Gene Verasin of Emporia beat George Stoker 6 4 2 and Galefel of Connors defeated John M Price of Atchison 6 13 5 7. Dwelle of Webrick defeated Guthets of Atchison 6 3 3. Wil Matteson of Abilene beat Davies of Kansas City by default. President L C Bronson called a state association meeting for this evening to select officers and set the year’s agenda.

Komcert Ernaea Shere Opel Frank Crane Gene Verasin Emporia George Stoker Galefel Connors John M. Price Atchison Ae Taylor Ee Det Dwelle Web Rik Er Dencatea Guthets Wil Matteson Abilene Davies Kansas City Ed Carroll Rhardt Salina L. C. Bronson Mneating State Association

Prep and doubles schedule for early morning athletic preliminaries

A busy morning of preliminary sports began at 9 oclock with a strong turnout and lively crowd. Top contenders like Geren Stoker and Vernon faced tough matches as spectators praised strong plays and the event continued into the afternoon with doubles slated to begin later to finish matches promptly.

Tado Geren Stoker VW. Vernon Kaporia Stoker Lawrence Lo Hays & Atroneseme Vernon Dtr Adrian Sherman Frank Eberhardt

Salvinis Plan a Tour Contemplated in America Trip

Italian tragedians contemplate a starring tour through America. News dispatch dated New York reports Tomaso Salvisi, described as eye leader, has written to several parties about bringing Salvin to perform in the United States, details unclear.

America New York Tomaso Salvisi the Eyebeat Tuatina Teaaedlan Ong Rie Salvin

Steady Buerhard Leads Contested Lyons Exhibition

The report notes Buerhard as the steadiest player amid a series featuring Eberhardt and Taylor of Lyons. Both are excellent players with contrasting styles, making a striking comparison between the men and their games.

Buer-hard Sherman Frea Eberhardt Taylor Lyons

Negroes May Use Baths In Local Settlement Debate

Discussion at a meets a local organization about allowing African Americans to use bath facilities. Members voice concerns along with calls for equal access while noting existing tensions and proposals for gradual integration. The exchange references Rev. B. M. Lewis and seeks broader community support for shared facilities.

Hazen Father of Jr and W R Hazen Dies Near Cemetery

A Hazen aged about 82 died at 4 a.m. of catarrh and age related failure one mile south of the crypt. He was born in Pennsylvania in 1820 and moved to Ta- alia early life. He leaves two sons, one daughter, and a son who was killed in the Civil War. Funeral at his residence tomorrow at 4 p.m.

A. Hazen Jr. Haxen W. R. Hazen Any Dence Mr. Hazen Pennsylvania Ta- Alia Indiana Hazen WR Ad

British campaign eyed by American lightweight jockeys

New York report notes Iv-asvd Sloan and Eddie Bald plan to sail next Thursday for England accompanied by racing peers. They aim to challenge British bookmakers and riders including Tom Lestrner, while Sloan seeks a proving tour in the country before returning home aboard the Lexington and facing odds set by local bookmakers.

New York Aus Asvd Sloan Hay Gils Hla Lexington Agianati Mara 'An Amd Ian Dey Grattan

Hidden Treasures Off Cuban Coast Unearthed by New Buyer

New York on August 2 reports an American buyer purchased two inlets off Cuba’s coast named La Crum and Le Ramon for 1000 dollars. General A. G. Greenwood, once on the staff of General Robert E, ew during the Civil War, is cited as active representative of American capitalists. The note hints at immense iron ore quantities and mentions hidden treasures surpassing the city of Tam arias in value, with plans to reveal more to spur global interest.

New York Indte la Crum le Ramon Cuba A. G. Greenwood Robert E Tamarias Ta Kamon Americas Dreeston

Regulation of Hacks and Express Wagons on Streets

The police will enforce the ordinance regulating hacks and express wagons. Stands must show at least five feet between vehicles unless building owners object. Wagons must align along side streets parallel to the curb with five feet spacing, avoiding crowding near business fronts.

Police Department Etree Express Ile Gutters

Kneisler Appeals in District Court Proceedings

Robert Kneisler and others appeal their cases to the district court after requests for trials and delays. The Saintes and several defendants await their scheduled hearings as cleanup and rescheduling continue.

Robert Lee Saintes Istrict Rome

Morton troubles and church growth in the south

At Morton headquarters political tensions rise as opponents push Utah claims, reporting rapid branch expansion and a strong stance on doctrine. The outbreak centers on political conflict, with auxiliary campaigns and new ranches established in areas lacking prior church presence.

London Morton Utah Anderson

Social and Personal notes from Topeka society

Mrs. George W. Crane hosted a social afternoon with Miss Helen McClintock winning the prize. Dozens of local residents attended including Miss Anita Uns Miss Nanni Miss Ethel Becuintieks and Miss Fay Quinton. Messages mention travels engagements and a late wedding of WM C Maier and Jessie June Morgan in Hageme Ark with Maier a Rock Island clerk.

George W. Crane Tigh Helen McClintock Louire Willis Miss McClintock Anita Uns Nanni Ethel Galveston Texas Mire Hill F. Wilson Tanwrence Topeka Mra J.C. Mc A. M. Callaham Omaha John Cleveland California B. Wheley Ales Marie Brooks Mary Walker Sulla Colorado Springs Maniti Mabel Foucht Cordia Louise Allison Olathe Grace Wood Cleburne W. A Dickinson WM C. Maier Jessie June Morgan Hagem Ark Polk Street B. F. Simmons Delaware Pennsylvania New Jersey Alice Vanderpool Grace Church Lindsay Marion Mine Cook Jessie King Nellie Lincoln Winnie Vanderpool Otis Crawford Gra Hubbard Orin Evans Barry Ralph van Houten Norton Payne Jones Katherine Mills Excelsior Springs Margaret Eva Mayberry McPherson A. A. Hayes St. Louia Eugene F. Ware Cascaie Col W. W. Guthrie Atchison Virgie Payne Sou Mra N. R Campbell Manitou Mr. Campbell Kate Dellinger Columbus G. A. Francis Pawnee Rock Kan M. Widner East Ninth Street J. Blakesley St. Marys Francis Mr. Francis

Hauser Reminds Court He Was Drunk Before Jump

Herman Hauser treasurer of Herald Square Theater in New York was arraigned on a charge of attempted self harm after leaping from Brooklyn Bridge. He said intoxication caused the act and was discharged following magistrate caution. In Wisconsin Rico Lake two Timber workers at Rio Lake Lumber quit over a demand for ten hour days, the company refused.

New York Herman Hauser Herald Square Theater Hauser Hal Rico Lake Win Itio Lake Lumber Company

Topeka Drug Store Remodel Adds Fresh Drugs and Sundries

Flad and Grubbs announce the acquisition and remodeling of the Topeka Drax Store at 607 Kansas Avenue formerly Sim Drug Store. The updated store features a complete prescription department, fresh drugs, chemicals, and drugs grocers sundries, with special attention to physician prescriptions. A day’s recreation is promoted with local event listings at Knights La Ger, the Dulon Factory, and a concert at Garfield Park tonight.

Topeka Kansas Avenue Sim Drug Store Flad & Grubbs

Local Notes and Social News from North Tupek

North Tupel column updates residents on moves and visits. Myrtle Palmer joins Gem Bakery staff at 85 Kansas Avenue while Lois Sawyer returns from a country trip. New daughter in the Trail Ranc family and in the Nelson household. Several residents travel to Chicago Fairbury and Omaha for visits. Wedding of Dulca Cunningham and Harry Downs reported. Gem Bakery expands with a delivery wagon and Sunday dinners. Community events include a Thursday Church of the Good Shepherd service and a rural delivery report by Alpha Robinson.

Kimball Printing Company Kansas Avenue Myrtle Palmer Gem Bakery Lois Sawyer Trail Ranc Logan Street George Nelson Cenpanyenue Mussen Grant Chicago Cas- Mira Eva Shields Shorey Hae Fairbury Omaha Church of the Good Shepherd Alpha Robinson Robinson J. A. Campbell Monroe Street St James Edith Falls Gertrude Strawn White City Miss Knight Peabody Dulca Cunningham Harry Downs Dalman Atchison John Tyrell Nettie Watson Shorey Mier Mejiie Mid- Geog Mise Lucy Wright Gertie Miller Lois Sawyer. Shields Nellie Howard Miu Beesie Crandall Nettle Watson Matt Hayphee Clarke George CJ Garke Fort Finney Eck Watson Hors Tracy Russ Swingley

Beacon Lights and Lunch Options for Ft. Riley Trip

An item lists Bome Fried Chicken and other lunch ideas for a trip to Ft. Riley on Thursday August 17. A special train departs Union Pacific depot at 7 a.m. and returns from Ft. Riley in the afternoon with a round trip price of 50. The notice mentions Beacon Lights halves for sale at 12.50 each and urges readers not to be without them, signed J. Stotler.

Jemt Ault Lise Caattie Ft. Riley Union Pacific Ares Riley Coffer Whittelsey Mer. Co Ind Tenves Union Pacific Depot Lord's Iitrary J. Stotler

Bishop Gives Up Church Recognition in East Belleville

St Louis reports that Catholic Bishop withdraws recognition from St Patrick's Church in East Belleville amid rebellion by parishioners. A new structure is planned and Vicar General Cluse to oversee operations. old St Patrick's will not be treated as a church by decree, and possession of property remains unresolved.

St. Louis Belleville Diovese St. Patrick's Church East Be M Sultatle Fur & Bee Shusch Partal Cluse Bt. Patrick's Ara SS Patrick's Church

Manila keeps order as soldiers arrest all on street nights

In Terre Haute during a restless night soldiers from the Twenty-sixth infantry arrest nearly everyone on Manila streets except United States officers. Prisoners include Filipinos and Spaniards sent to hard labor in the Billie Bh, while American personnel receive lighter handling. Reports mention confinement, punishment devices, and hard labor tales from the site, with a local band concert preview and various small ads in nearby Kansas Avenue listings.

Terre Haute Ind Patrick Lehan Unis City Rooney Billie Bitte Rib Spanien Sam Tong Verma Kamimocks Gane Wade

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