29 Aug 1896
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1896
Page
1
The article reports on Charles T. Yerkes, living in the United States, seeking ready cash from his bonds. It details his attempt to mobilize assets valued around 7 million dollars, his plans to raise funds, and the impact on the Diamond Match Co and related financial maneuvers in Chicago and New York.
The event at the American Legion hall drew around 300 people including families. Cap Dingman officiated with Grace Furnes assisting and readings from adjutant Gerel. Comrades Dit Oa led patriotic exercises and Mabel Fitna and Helle Burns spoke. The next event will be at Comrade Edinborough on September 16.
Chicago firms Alario The Pennsyl v Vvents and the Vanitalia back a one cent rate per mile for a Knights of Prthias matter to be voted next year. If approved, all Central Passenger cnt Mission routes and joint traffic lines must adopt the rate, affecting low routes and potentially disrupting relations with rival lines.
Fragmented report shows advisers including Cheako Ali 29 Fi le and others named as forming an advisory committee. Mentions Senators Totter and Buper with regional reps, amid unclear political adjustments and a shelling incident linked to YonSbar. Weather shows cloudy conditions with rain and east winds.
Miss Florrie West, famed as a top soprano, headlines A Bowery Girl at the Grand tonight. The English and American press praise her charm, voice, and graceful acting as Nora in the new production with fresh scenery and strong supporting players.
Dermt Aue of Chicago visiting relatives in Detroit suddenly collapsed with paralysis while seated in the Russell House. Physicians reported the entire body paralyzed with slurred speech and loss of movement. doctors feared permanent damage though most likely death would be avoided.
A Tucuma Washington dispatch reports a broad personnel reshuffle at Northern Pacific with September 1 as the effective date. Key losses include Attorney A. F. Burteteh, receiver G. W. Dickinson, Burleigh, James M. Augtie, and C. H. Prescott among central officers, while G. Dickinson is linked to Union Pacific. Also leaving are Kingtey of Pacific Coal, P. Maxon, and Q. Mason, signaling a major managerial turnover.
The list grows of ladies and gents listed by initials and surnames who have signaled willingness to decorate fortiages and parade in Pall Festival week. Names include Mrs Sutton, Mrs Mulvaney, Mrs Stulanne, Mrs Lewis, Mrs Webb, Mrs Hewy, Mrs Chase, and others, with several entries noting carriage preparations and expected turnout.
Renewed interest surrounds the Topeka Kansas voting for the Kangasan Topeka float in the Fall Festival tower parade. Sinestra Mortill wife of Governor Morrill and Mrs 5 M Vermouth consented to use their names as candidates. A court house gathering is scheduled Monday at 1 PM to make flowers for the Float. attendance urged.
News from Forest County reports cattle perishing in a severe blaze near Oak Pole and Emleneth shore amid famine fears. Rumors estimate losses in the millions of dollars, with lumber prices and stock values rising as emergency measures jump. In Neodesha, the Strong McKinley Club forms as Republicans organize a local slate led by J. P. Carpinver, with Charley Curtis and other towns named for party mobilization.
Chicago Aug 20 Mrs Hetty Green the richest woman in America is raising a Chicago based International Home of American for Aged and Infirm Actresses. The proposed home aims at 1000000 dollars with a board of directors and incorporation filed in Springfield. Green plans a secret gift to back the project while facing scrutiny from friends and the public.
The Topeka and Santa Be Railway Company abolishes the position held by JF Be McKibben after his death. H C Whitehead will serve as general auditor in Chicago under a temporary arrangement with reports still sent to him. permanent plans anticipate centralizing books in Chicago and transferring local staff as needed.
Topeka Blues actorain faced a rough game at Athletic Park with eight errors while Atchison recorded three. Pitcher Nichols lasted for Topeka as Jones of Atchison contributed solid fielding. A Sunday School Rally is scheduled at Mt E Church at 3 pm with all schools urged to attend. The Ladies' Art Society of First Presbyterian solicits orders for paper flowers, contact Mrs A D Robbing, 1123 Topeka Avenue.
Chief Wilmarth tells the State Journal reporter that the hook and ladder team’s third horse changed behavior. The new animal prances and displays pride, with the horses now better matched and stronger to respond to every alarm.
J Henry Texler, former New York and New Jersey Pilot representative, reports a Colored Church objecting to a pastor of darker color. At Emma Samuel Baptist Church the pastor A G Powell was in the Sunday school class when comments said ministers of his color are not desired. Congregation officials allegedly warned against appointing a "dark colored man" as pastor, prompting plans to test the new color rule.
Higgins, a former Sedalian now a railroad conductor in Mexico, visits home and refutes misperceptions. He recalls salaries from 250 to 800 dollars monthly in Mexico, contrasts with American brakemen, notes the Mexican dollar’s value, and says Mexico is improving with railroads and factories expanding for willing workers.
Watertown dispatch reports Ex-Governor RP Pliner received a telegram from a national party member asking him to serve as temporary chairman of the Democratic Gold Convention. He accepted by wire, with the meeting set to be held in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Chicago and Kansas City livestock trade centers report receipts and shipments for cattle hogs and sheep on Aug 29. Prices show steady to strong tones with mixed hogs and cattle values. wheat market chatter notes potential advance amid cautious sentiment.
Li Hung Chang, the Chinese premier, drew large crowds in Nashville as he greeted early callers including ex Secretary Joan W. Foster and Yan Phou Lee. The visit followed strong friendship from eastward diplomacy since the Japan China war era.
R G Don Co reports indicate no clearing house certificates issued as cold weather moves in and steamers carry $10,000,000. Liabilities in three weeks to Aug 50 total $20,923,255, manufacturing and trading show declines, while disruptions hit Hit Tom Hishes Co and Tin Plate association. Stoppages rise as wages strain firms, with Lakeside works affected and grain prices weak at Pitts.
A report notes a Chinese government student in 1873 presented an invitation from Tennessee governor to visit Nashville on the way west. Edward B. Drew confirms a conference between the ambassador and Hosalia minister, with no details released. The day’s program included a reception by President Cleveland and potential visits by Olney and Burl Li. Large crowds gathered on Pitth avenue for a parade. market notes show coal and metal price fluctuations and varied exports and domestic demand trends.
A large force of police protected order around Mr Whitney s house with a clear perimeter near St on deadline. His private secretary Regan said the event would be simple, but press access was barred despite admission passes issued last night. Mr Heean indicated further developments forced cancellation.
Reynolds, a Horton shortstop, reportedly hit a ball over the north fence at Athlete park on Thursday, with the Horton Commercial recounting the incident. The article notes Reynolds’s earlier play with Horton, his brushes with law in Topeka, and speculation about other clubs pursuing him. A separate notice advertises a Chicago Grand Trunk tourist train departing Wednesdays, plus church events at the First Presbyterian.
The Rev. 8 B Alderson’s resignation as pastor was formally accepted by the Topeka presbytery. He will preach a farewell sermon tomorrow at Pirot Presbyterian Church. Resignation to take effect September 1 amid past factional tensions and unresolved plans for his future.
In San Francisco on August 29, Judge Wallace sentenced Dark Becker and Jamen Creegan to life imprisonment after Creegan and A H Bean plotted the Nevada bank heist. The trio allegedly secured funds and conspired to recruit a broker to launder the money.
Bryan and his party rode from Buffalo this morning in cool dawn air to Herellsville where the day’s chief address would occur. They boarded the train at 3% Golack for a stop at Buf fale, where Democratic supporters briefly cheered the candidate before departure. The train aimed to reach Home Heville by noon with no platform speeches en route.
Thousands flocked to Canton Ohio for a major event drawing residents and visitors alike. City organizers anticipated large crowds as ceremonies and community activities showcased local businesses and cultural groups throughout the day.
A Chicago based Commercial Men's Club delegates led by G J Corey addressed Major McKinley in Canton Ohio. The speech extolled the value of commercial traveling men, praised protection of labor and honest money, and warned against silver demagoguery while urging unity and patriotism among national traveling sales forces.
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