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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Aug 23, 1897

Page

5

E B Guild Lenens Proclaims Federal Court Reforms

The report cites E B Guild Lenens praising federal court abolitions as key to emancipation of labor. Clemens compares the country’s conference on workers’ history to pivotal moments in independence, warning of resistance to encroachments and outlining steps toward overthrowing oppressive structures. The passage frames the meeting as foundational for broader reforms.

Clemens Gnd Howev Aenceprenses Labor Saints

Mrs Chamberlain Fractures Hip After Fall On Rug

Mes A Chamberlain mother of Me HL A Chamberlain a claim adjuster for Santa Pe sustains a fractured hip Saturday evening after catching her foot on a rat and falling to the fuse at her home 1520 Fui reat. The fall caused shock and she is recovering with medical care and examination ongoing.

A. Caampeain A Chamberlain Santa Pe Ain

Whitecaps Raid Targets Mormon Elders in South Carolina

Reports from Fairield and Kershaw counties describe frequent whitecaps raids against Mormon elders or their sympathizers. On August 21 a masked group visited a Camden area home four miles away, abducted three Mormon elders, whipped them, and returned the others to their previous escape from whitecaps at Sharp’s house.

Corumma Fair- Geld Kershaw Merton Camden Bes Fairfield County Sharp

Perry's Last Day as U S Attorney

Berney Siverry serves his last day as United States attorney and will turn the office over to Lambert. Lambert, appointed by the president, has held the post for years and a half and is described as the successor in this brief notice.

Berney Siverry United States Lambert United Aes Attormes Ritermeya Dan Wyatt Bret Hamilton's M. C. Holman Col. Wyatt Topeka Cnt Wyatt

Crash of Buggies Injures Woman in Kansas Avenue

A runaway express wagon caused three buggies to overturn along Kansas Avenue between Sixth and Seventh Streets. Mrs. Pitts was thrown to the pavement as the wagon collided with a storefront window. She suffered a head injury and was taken to a doctor.

Kaksas Avenue Wells Fareso Express Chases Pheaton Caugh

Two Santa Fe Towns Rally for Fall Festival Parade

Chanute and Argentine plan sizable Display for the Santa Fe anniversary celebration in Kansas. Towns mobilize shop yard and train crews to assemble impressive parade representations. Emporia has yet to respond to the notice.

Chanute Argentine Sants Fe Kansas C_ W_ Rouns Santa Fe Pstce Emporis

Floral parade float decoration by six young ladies

Six young ladies employed by the summer committee will decorate a float for the floral parade. The float is furnished by Sutton, with the ladies arranging the flowers. Names include Hope Sprague Clare Suark May Wilson Kate Flossie Policck and Louise Wilson. The Floral committee also prepares four boats for the parade and a Goat of the Flower Queen, aiming for at least ten decorated hosts.

Finner Committee Sutton Mises Hope Sprague Clare Suark May Wilson Kate Flossie Policck Louise Wilson

After Bachelors Campaign Challenges Labor and Morality

New York August 2 Charlotte Smith, head of the Womans Rescue league, urged Central Labor union to back a plan forcing marriageable bachelors to wed. She tied the scheme to labor issues, warned bachelors should not hold office, and planned a Boston pamphlet to argue wages would rise if bachelors married and single women became wives and mothers. Reports say Boston Republican mayoral candidate Curtis is engaged to a single woman.

New York Charlotte Smith Womans Rescue League Central Labor Union Boston Republicas Democratic Greaver New York Curtis

Panatics in Brazil Threaten Troops at Canudos

A Herald dispatch from Buenos Aires cites Rio Janeiro reports that 120,000 Galatas describe great difficulty moving arms and stores to Canudos where fanatical forces near the town are said to number about 10,000. A Brazilian construction bill is noted.

New York Herald Buenos’ Aires Rio Janeiro Braask Galata Arma Canudos Braof

Lord Penrhyn Loses Miners Win Complete Victory

Miners on Lord Penrhyn’s Wales estate secure a decisive victory in their dispute. The long running conflict over rights to mine and hillside access ends with the workers prevailing against the estate owner. Local authorities and union leaders hailed the outcome as a significant win for labor.

Wales Im Rave

Colored Wool Dress Goods at Old Tariff Prices

All colored wool dress goods bought before the new tariff will be sold at old tariff prices. Windows and counters are full and crowded to capacity. Visit our store this week to gain from early buying and large selection.

Priestley

Many New Novelties in Granite Fabrics and Weaves

The advertisement lists Granite Jacquards, Camel's Hair Chevrettes, Silk and Wool Mixtures, English Carl Cloths, Moscovities, Fancy Plaids, and a full line of plain fabrics in up-to-date weaves and colors.

Potwin council to vote on sidewalk levy tonight

In Topeka area notes, Potwin council plans a sidewalk levy vote tonight. The region reports Kansas peach and tomato crops, local visits from officials, and community events including races, festivals, and social gatherings at Garfield park and downtown venues.

Excursion Train Derailed Near Riverdale In Chicago

A Chicago & Calumet Terminal line excursion engine derailed last night near Riverdale. Passengers were thrown from seats. one man likely fatally injured. After two hours the engine was raised and the train continued. Injured: P. Murray. Benjamin John Smalley. Allison Waners.

Chicago Chicago & Calumet Terminal Riverale P. Murray Benjamin Johnn Smalley Allison A. Wanes Tevinie

Topeka Social and Personal Notes From Yesterday

Items of interest about Topeka people and visitors in towns yesterday morning. Families and individuals drove out to the Coults firm and spent the day there. Names include Sterne, Scott, Guild, Harting, Dusit, Canniff, Black, Gault, Whitton, Mecferran, Burggess, Miner, Philips, Nellie Clough, Lindsay Pegues, Taylor, He me, Mrs. Green, and many others. Several travelers returned from visits in Kansas City, Valparaiso, Denver, Oskaloosa, Lawrence, and England, with numerous engagements and outings noted. Engraved carts advertised by local shops.

Potwin Council Kansas J. H. Kreiger Larned Serrigo MOCA Emporia Association Norman A. W. Knowles Excelsior Springs Harvey Worrall Buffalo Troy J. C. Egerston Santa Fe Dispensary Colorao W. A. Evans Hansas City Topeka Albert Nelson Purcell, LI D. C. McCray O. A Keene Muing Joseph G. Waters Sutton Fre B.S. Nicholson Y. M. CA Charles Neiton Will Central Congregations Y. Pls Harrison Quincy van Buren Western Association W. S. Sadler Chicago W. E Thrape Santa Fe Lake Tomahawk Wis J. Shakeshaft Misa Wire Mills North Topska McKinley Marshall Topeka Tire HS. Morrison Monntaina W. F. Rightmirs Arkansas Garfeld Park Don O'Rourke Union Pacific Kansas Avenue North Topeks A. E. Parker Jim Hanley Geo. McCoy Joni Green Fred Morns Fred Glick Fire Department East Fourth Street J. B. ‘Thompson Kodak Sims State Bank Breidenthal Fates Center and Canniff Emily Black Chartie Gault Will Whitton Willam Mecferran Walter Burgess J. M. Miner H. M Philips Nellie Clough Kansas City Lindsay Pegues Valparaiso Ind R. B. Taylor Olath T. Wheme Lowman Hill Sonfider Nelson H. McLaughlin Austin Mulvane Denver Enina Hagar Sipise Banens Aitis Gertrude Boughton Lawrence Daisy Sameca Soya Eintes Margaret Mire Flava Baler Pusbia Col P.M. Shearer Burtto Atchison Burtis Missouri EB. Welker England Harry Weever Hot Springs Ark Adame Bros Jace Weelt Mies Dora Sutherland Wakaress Mes M. J. Walker Tauhier Petativer Oickakomna Will Carr Wakarus Astams Bros Topeka Agente Jaccard’s T Ae H. 5 Corea Pring

Potwin Bicycle Crash Shocks City Park Scene

In Potwin a quiet Sunday afternoon was broken by a bicycle collision in the city park. Two young riders sped around the circular path, collided when their wheels met, and one rider’s injury was serious enough to cast doubt on his ability to ride for several weeks.

USA Potwin

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