Morgan Behind It in Cleveland Shipbuilding Merger
The Plain Dealer reports a definite offer has been mailed for the American Shipbuilding company stock and its directors are considering the proposal. J. Pierpont Morgan leads the deal aimed at control spanning the Great Lakes region and beyond, with Eastern Trust seeking to acquire common and preferred stock at generous terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
American Shipbuilding Company
J. Pier Pont Morgan
Great Lakes
Lorain
Detroit
Wyandotte
Michigan
West Superior
Milwaukee
Chicago
Buffalo
Eastern Trust
Atlantic
Missiasioni
Ocean
Acesta
American Shinbuilding Company
Union Labor Meeting Plans Notable City Labor Day Parade
A meeting of boiler maker helpers laborers and teamsters with other trades is set for Sunday at 2 PM on $4 Avenue. Charles Cellley, AFL organizer, may speak. The union movement started in Topeka is growing with new organizations forming before September 1. A monster Labor Day parade is planned with secured speakers and a surprise for workers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles ¥. Cellley
American Federation of Labor
Topeka
War dance planned for Pottawatomie Indian School opening
Elaborate preparations under way for the opening of the Indian school at Nadeau Kansas with a principal feature a four tribal Indian war dance by Pottawatomies and Kickapoo participants. John A Nadeau, namesake of the post, is in Topeka arranging details for the event scheduled in early September.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nadeau
Kansas
John A. Nadeau
Topeka
Ivory Soap Floats and Satisfies at a Fair Price
The ad praises Ivory Soap as a quality, well made product offered at a fair price. It counters a belief that pricier soaps are better and asserts Ivory’s superior materials and craftsmanship, noting its distinctive feature of floating.
Opening of Nadeau Indian School Celebrated
Apoos Sac and Fox Towss and others prepare for a village fest. A baseball game and horse racing are planned alongside a zestful entry by the Tadians. Nadeau school sits 12 miles north of Rossville and Silver Lake, 1 mile west of Mayetta, with over 100 students, three teachers, and a principal Mrs Williams.
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Apoos
Sac and Foxes
Towss
Nadeau
Rossville
Silver Lake
Wiles
Mayetta
Williams
Miss Sample
Miss Prairie
Wm. KR. Hommel
Open Letter to Governor Stanley From Woman's Praying Band
The State Journal publishes an open letter dated Aug 16 1902 from the Woman's Praying Band challenging Governor Stanley. They demand strict enforcement of prohibitory laws via the attorney general and county officials, threaten impeachment for insubordination, and accuse the governor of inaction and favoritism toward Wichita diver houses connected to Dixie Lee and the Rock Island company. The signatories include Me Goodwin and several M rs and Mrs.
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State Journal
Stanley
Queen Dixie
Wichita
Wichita Street
Dixie Lee
Rock Island
Kansas Klondike
Leavenworth
Hut
Topeka Wins Close Game Over St George at Washburn Grounds
Topeka defeated St George on Washburn grounds Friday afternoon after an early lead and a tense rally. Witt started for St George, but Topeka mounted an eight run spree in three innings and Bryden’s pitching yielded control as the visitors adjusted to curve balls. Mehl catcher for St George will join Manhattan next Friday and Saturday. The local asylum and C teams meet on the Rivare grounds this afternoon.
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St George
Washburn Grounds
T. B.C
St. George
Wit
Topeka
Boyd
Utchi
Witt
Holuba
Marreil
Bryden
Mehl
Manhattan
Asylum
Wridayia
Gante
Bt George
Steves Bang Ruehle
Holuba Harrell
Wild
Holt
Harrell
iHitts
Huluba
icCampbell
McCampbell
Griggs
Steves
Wiley
Worrell
Walhoyt
Delayed Oxford Scholar Appointments Weighed by Rhodes Trustees
Executors of the Rhodes will face intricate details before scholars can reach Oxford. George Parkin, appointed to plan scholarship allotments, sailed August 12 to survey British colonies and gather authorities’ views. He will report back as regulations on eligibility and quest issues are drafted.
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London
Oceanic
New York
Mr. Rhodes
Turned the Tide report on evangelistic work in Presbyterian church
Rev J Wilbur Chapman reports the evangelistic committee has turned the tide for Presbyterian membership after stagnation. John H Converse funds the effort with 325000 plus a new 25000 deposit. Aims to raise 150000 for a national campaign next year across multiple states and regions with 12000 to 15000 accessions attributed to the committee’s work.
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Warsaw
Ing
Aus
J. Wilbur Chapman
National Committee On
Presbyterian General Assembly
Philadelphia
Winona
Presbyterian Church
John H. Converse
Chapman
Iowa
Indio Territory
Michigan
Indiana
Colorado
California
Kansas
Nebraska
New Jersey
Montana
Evangelistic Committee
United States
National Committee
Notable Presbyterian Conference Aims at National Revival
A bold campaign will unite churches from costly local meetings to a nationwide revival. Renowned leaders like Rev. Henry Vandyke, moderator of the general assembly, and Rev. Hugh H. Walker of Los Angeles will participate, signaling a pivotal meeting for the Presbyterian church in the United States beyond the general assembly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Church In America
Henry Vandyke
General Assembly
Hugh H. Walker
Los Angeles
Presbyterian Church of the United States
Independent sheriff and county attorney meetings planned
Rossville hosts Monday night gathering with speakers Rev Charles M Sheldon Thomas Page L A Stebbins and Frank M Stahl. Silver Lake follows Tuesday with Dr Stewart replacing Sheldon. Fraternal Aid Society and Banner Council No 622 hosted a Lincoln Post hall social and entertainment last night with a large turnout. Marshall's Band performs at Garfield Park Sunday evening with a varied program including The Topeka Elks Overture and Anvil Chorus from Il Trovatore.
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Rossville
Charles M. Sheldon
Thomas Page
L.A. Stebbins
Frank M. Stahl
Silver Lake
Dr. Stewart
Sheldon
Fraternal Aid Society
Ladies of the Fraternal Aid Association
Banner Council No. 622
Lincoln Post Hall
Marshall
Garfield Park
Topeka Elks
An All Day Food Claims Dietetic Value
An advertisement extols Cero-Fruto as a universal all day food for dietetic use and as a dessert or side dish for year round meals. It touts 100 percent nutrition, easy starch conversion, and immediate absorption, claiming predigested qualities and health benefits for brain and muscle.
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Beef Trust
Food Co. Oo. Ltd
Battle Creek, Mich
Topeka News Snapshots of Local Happenings
T F Doran returns from Missouri business trip. Arions hold a Jones grove picnic in Oakland while Topeka Welsh society plans a City park gathering midweek. William Middleton moves to Sixth Ave and Buchanan. Mrs Hore Crist assists revival meetings in Storm Lake Iowa. John Switzer profits from sale of Kansas City property. Independent nominees petition gains 310 of 150 Rochester voters. H S Montgomery’s new red car belongs to Banta Fe Watch. WCTU annual meeting at First Methodist church. Local dealers report peak demand for Topeka turnouts. Dr J E Minney uses horse and buggy for travel. A lawyer buys a 250 carriage. livery dilemma. Sheriff contest views from a Topeka ward beeler. Santa Fe announces new western advertising book on Pecos valley. Independent county campaign to open in Topeka with September mass meeting. East Eighth street graders rupture a water pipe causing a flood. Santa Fe shop heat reaches about 130 degrees. Lawrence labor unions plan Labor Day trip to Topeka with Leavenworth special and extra men. Edward Wilder in Kansas City for cotton mill project valued at 10 million dollars. Christian Endeavor presbytery to read prayers in Winchester August 20 and 21 with Topeka readers listed.
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T. F. Doran
Aissouri
Jones’ Grove
Oakland
Arions
Kansas City
American Book Company
Rochester
Precipct
Toneka
H. S Montgomery
Banta Fe Watch Company
W. C.T.U
First Methodist Church
Topeka
J. E. Minney
The
Santa Fe
Pecos Valley
East Eighth Street
New Discovery Promises Cure for Coughs and Bronchitis
An advertorial letter from Johnston, Ga, claims a groundbreaking remedy for long standing bronchitis and throat issues. It touts a “New Discovery” miracle cure with testimonials and a guarantee of relief, urging readers to try trial bottles at Arnold Drug Co on Rt N Kansas Ave.
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Muffer
Hi Johnston
Broughton
Otter
Arnold Drug Co
Rt N
Kansas Ave
Santa Fe Home Visitors Excursion Ticket Details
Santa Fe announces an excursion for home visitors with tickets valid at selected points in Ohio and Indiana. City Ticket Office located at Union Pacific R.A., 5 Kansas Ave.
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Ohio
Indiana
Claffy Denies Involvement In Bartholin Case
Chicago police show little progress in the Bartholin mystery as John Claffy rejects Mrs Tallerday s identification and asserts he was in bed at home. Inspector Hunt notes no usable statement from Claffy while Milton Edwards s Denver arrival adds nothing firm about the Minnie Mitchell killing. Oscar Thompson persists in claiming he knows all and cannot recall whereabouts or actions.
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Chicago
Bartholin
Inspector Hunt
John Claffy
Clafty
Tallerday
Claffy
Milton Edwards
Denver
Rhomnson
Rock Island Section Men Strike for Wages
One hundred fifty Rock Island line section men in Omaha strike for a 25 cent daily wage increase. The notice also mentions the First Chautauqua Labor Day at Mountain Lake Park Maryland with today marked as a major Labor Day celebration and an attendance around 5,000.
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Rock Island
Omaha, Neb
Rock Island Road
Mountain Lake Park
Workers Hear Voices On Labor Problems From Leaders
People gather to hear John Mitchell president of the United Mine Workers speak on labor issues. Excursion trains bring hundreds of miners from West Virginia to join the event and hear the Workingman's Side of the Story.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Mitchell
United Pas Worker
American Federation
West Virginia
Walsh backs Kansas City platform at town Democratic convention
Brief dispatches from Ottumwa and other cities note Charles A. Walsh secretary of the national Democratic committee urges reaffirming the Kansas City platform at the upcoming Town Democratic convention. Other items report naval orders at San Francisco to fit out a battleship for Atlantic duty, flood and drowning news from Hong Kong and Kw an g province, a fatal shooting near Mountain View, a torch procession in Antwerp with injuries, a Missouri murder suspect speaking at a veterans reunion in Oklahoma, Columbia River fishing totals for 1902, and the New York Republican state convention date.
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Ottumwa
Charles A. Walsh
National Democratic Committed
Kansas City
Washington
Navy Department
Pattle
Oregon
San Francisco
Portland
Columbia
New York
Saratoga
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Union Labor Meeting
Kansas Avenue
Pottawatomie Indian School
Pond's Extract Company
Fifth Ave
New York City
Governor Stanley
ME. Goodwin
L.T_ STOUT
RUTH _L STOUT
Ella Howard
A. Bailey
R_E. HADGES
Blanche Ross
M. J. Dunn
Lawrence Journal
Lawrence
Holliday
Edward Wilder
Manufacturers’ Association
S City
Wilder
Christian Endeavor Societies
Hong Kong
Daily Express
Kwang Province
Kan
Ed Winn
Alex. Winn
Mountain View
Sam Dison
Ed Smxtey
Winns
Dixon Wi
Bug Miley
Antwerp
Guthrie
Alexander Jester
Rome
Peter
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