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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Aug 30, 1899

Page

5

Topeka guests mingle during private exercise outing

Mr and Mrs FR Nickerson and Mre Hendry of the City of Mexico hosted a social gathering in their home. The event featured a cordial visit with relatives and friends, with attendees including Mr and Mrs Avery Turner and several others from Topeka and surrounding areas. Conversations touched on travels to Colorado Springs and Chicago, and plans for upcoming visits and trips.

K Perty Nickerson Hendry City Mexico Newinn Topeka York Ieee Brohanan Street Mies Lovitia T Hurtie Avery Turner S. Otter Mise Biyr- Lis Jormary Jana Watson Sn Harlahat Mr. Susopl Poreese A. Newman Coultin L. Cook Waverly, Sr A. P. Aorris Chima Eiday Lillian Sawret Arthur Capper Mir Jonn Lord Lake View Tod F. Myern Tieste Ang Sop Waller Muckinaw Wdowia Mary Hagar Crumismn de Witte Magar Colorado Springs Heleck Liliaz Whitehek Colorado Candide Otepek Willard Hall Horace Mall Na Eutine Petoskey I Horace Hall Minneapolis W. Smith T Louis A. L. Davis Boston Ethel Davies May Cop Laverence Lilian Bawyer Jeasle Gutht Madrad Scot M Ackerman Bepie Elder Satoray Chimigo Mew. Murphy Grace Black Iowa Sdris Lilian Sawyer Mise Copley Lawrence Iris Flavor California Chiorado Springs Manitou Mises Hargreaves Nemahi Coumy W. J. Neal M. Straitinger Sue Sharitt Leavenfurtts Miss "Bennett Misa Kittie Harrison John Lentesiy I Chisath Tacsiuy Witter Smith Fidake City Culeasc

McCleary Urges Banking Law Reform for Global Trade

Minnesota congressman McCleary, visiting Seattle, says next session will tackle banking and currency questions. He argues U S banking laws hinder world commerce, calls for repeal of the national check law, expansion of foreign branches, and establishing New York or another city as a world clearing center to pay drafts in Hong Kong without tribute. He asserts U S capital exceeds Britain’s and emphasizes building a sufficent domestic currency and instruments to lead in global trade.

McCleary New York Hong Kong Seattle Minnesota House Mos San Francisco London Great Britain Clearing House of

Arrested Again Timings Landed by Coast Guard Arrest

General Jean Isidoro Timings, Dominican revolutionary aspirant, landed after arrival by south coast steamer and was detained by order of General Leonard Wood. He criticized the current government, urged ten-day compliance, and claimed the rebels controlled most of the republic except Santo Domingo.

Bautiago de Cuba Jean Isidoro Requirie of Santo Domingo Leonard Wood Fanta Diauniaga Heureaus Republc Domingo Gomez Ax Pol Farrecti Futrr Santa Desmadegere

Poisoned 25 Persons At Harvest Picnic In Iowa

A report from Clay Center dated August 17 notes a town harvest event near Ladure where Eryoxin was administered causing multiple illnesses and fears of severe cases. A public note from Theo. C. Rasmussen and relatives defends treatment and questions Capital reports, while letters from S. Rasmussen of Morganville deny insanity and defend family conduct.

Iowa Ladure Hesmussen Clay Center Disputch Theo. C. Rasmussen Topeka Rasmussen Rasmusret Bedwell Capital Fallent G. A. Tull Clay Center Kansas Brom Clay Center Clar Cen Pedwell Asylum Reamnesen Morganville Clay County Gideo U S. Rasmussen City County

Fake prize fight and jail release spark police raid

A long report details a disorderly house raid at First and Monroe Streets. Wright and others were arrested after a raid by Sergeant Betts and six officers. Wright had been released last week by county commissioners and faced renewed criminal activity. A separate attempt to stage a fight between Billy Teller and Tommy Sears failed when police intervened at the fair grounds. Additional items include arrests for pawn shop violations and a robbery report at the Sialan Acenus hotel, with witnesses and officers named.

Crook” Wright Board of County Commissioners Hsss Topeka Shawnee County Scrook Wright Wright Betts First Monron Streets HD. Smith Jennie Brown Frank Jordan First Street Lucas Henderson Johnson Jordan Kansas Avenue Jordan Second Street Crock Wright George Buckner John Campbell Jenkie Brown Ben Jordan H. Rodnson Pearly Atkinson Crown Elle Buckner Billy Teller Tommy Sears Fair Grounds Hopkins Betta Pavey Hunde Toller

Teen Frank White and others charged with breach of peace

Four neighbors and two city railway conductors faced police court. Frank White was called Slim Jim but was discharged after findings. Vera Knowles paid 25 dollars for keeping a disorderly house and 20 dollars for two inmates. Dora Rodgers paid 10 dollars for disorderly conduct. They go free until next month.

Frank White Hthel Chand Mer Connell White Slim Jim Vera Knowles Dora Rodgers

Expansionist Watson Squire Eyes Pacific Growth

Ex-Senator Watson C. Squire of Washington declares he is an expansionist and would be happy with expansion to the Pacific. He cites Alaska and Philippines wealth, Pacific trade via the coast, and Seattle as ideal for a prosperous future. He plans to return home to join a regional jubilee and aid permanent projects.

New York Watson C. Squire Washington Seattle Alaska United States Philippines Hawaii Pacific Deine Poe

Troops Reach Frisco Arrive From Grant Transport

The steamship Grant arrived in San Francisco with 30 officers and 318 enlisted men of the First North Dakota infantry 28 officers and 445 enlisted men of the First Idaho infantry 12 officers and 245 enlisted men of the First Wyoming infantry 2 officers and 57 enlisted men of battery A Wyoming light artillery 5 officers and 84 discharged soldiers 25 convalescents 7 naval prisoners 2 naval hospital patients and 4 civilian passengers on board a crew of 156 totaling 1619. Five deaths occurred during the voyage including sergeant Benjamin Moore. hospital steward Frederick Durham who jumped overboard. corporal Thomas Olson who died at Nagasaki. fireman Robert Starrall buried at sea. corporal David Harrold died at sea. An alleged smallpox case at Nagasaki prompted quarantine and fumigation. ship released August 14 and sailed to Yokohama then San Francisco. Two passengers and others were left behind at Yokohama.

San Francisco Martin North Dakota Infantry Vic Idaho Infantry U. 5 Wyoming Infantry Wyoming Light Artillery U.S Naval Hospital Benjamin Moore Wyoming Frederick Durham Thomas Olson Company F Wyoming Regiment Nagasaki Robert Starrall David Harrold Company K First North Dakota Yokohama Coakley Clark Wyoming West Artillery

G A R Encampment in Philadelphia Sept Rates Noted

The G A R encampment in Philadelphia is set for September 4 to 6 with Union Pacific offering greatly reduced round trip tickets. Similar reduced rates to New York City are available on the same dates and conditions. For details contact City Ticket Agent F P A Lewis.

Philadelphia Union Pacific New York City A. Lewis

Beyan to Visit Texas amid Democratic Conclave Plans

Sherman Texas reports Beyan plans to tour Texas returning from St Bonk Hemat. Bryan media notes revival of policies and a visit to the state fair in Dallas. Officials anticipate the National Democratic conclave activities in Dallas with Getober Land involvement.

Sherman Texas T. Bake St Bonk Hemat Bryan Dallas Getober Land

Opening All American mail route aims from Valdez to Circle City Alaska

Portaign Porting Aug 3 James Fisch chief clerk at large of the railway mail service visits on route to Valdez Alaska to establish an open All American mail line via Eagle to Circle City. Troops at Valdez to clear the road and build supply cabins to support the route. A separate incident reports a lightning strike near Findlay Ohio August 30 killing Elmer Kitchen 13 and injuring his brother Edward 11 while they sheltered under a tree. Derricks in the off id were struck and about 1000 barrels burned.

Portiang Urc James Fisch Railway Valdez Alaska Eagle Circle City United States Findlay Aus Elmer Fuward Kitchen Abelter Edward Serione Offid

Foraker's Wame Omitted At Republican Convention

Lima Ohio August 20 The Republican county convention was harmonious as Hanns faction crushed opposition in the primaries Foraker name omitted in resolutions The fall election prospects look bleak with little interest described Also travel fare notices and assorted commercial lines appear in the fragmentary report including a St Louis to New York round trip price and a local supply list from Whitlesey Mer Co

Foraker Lima Hanns Senator Foraker New York St Louis J. M. Chestrough Louis

Rainy Manila letters show Otis policy debated

A letter from an officer beside Gen Otis in Manila describes heavy rains swamping the country halting operations. He notes U S press critics overstepping privacy and Congress facing decisive choices on the war policy as correspondents challenge censorship.

Brattle W. L Robinson Third Cavalry Otis Manila Rome Ot Is Acuiinda United States Congress

Honor dance and social notes from North Tuke Park column

Community notices recount guests visiting Leavenworth and Philadelphia relatives, weddings and preparations, missing horse theft resolved, and local social events. Mrs. Baker hosts in honor of Mrs. Jones while families travel to Butler and Aurora. Wedding ceremony features asparagus and white carnations with brides bouquet.

Kimball Kansas Avenue of Honor E. P. Baker Jackson Street Luncour Jones Fred Carson Chicago Mee Caran NS. F Cookie C. EB. Jordan Xcelsior Mme S. D. Wise Nana Willence Aurora Iir Beagan Cxs Mae Courtright Friure Calvin “Leen Aaron Sheerz Peaeheed Issida Seemastra Batten Puce Gaky Regen William Onita Dickinson Ik Crea Cole Alan Walte Batiste Karna Eead & Twaus Topeke Hayden Spear & Co Hasden Tany Hindssine

Boston Syndicate Seizes Seattle Street Railways

Three of the principal street railways in Seattle have been acquired by a Boston syndicate led by Stone and Webster, with a fourth line to follow in a few days. The total purchase price for the four lines is about $2,500,000.

Governor Leary Proclaims U.S. Rule in Guam. Old Californian Dead

Captain Richard P. Leary arrives at Guam and issues a proclamation asserting U.S. sovereignty, promising protection of private rights, and outlining continued laws until altered. Also notes the death of John Cowell, longtime California real estate and mining investor, formerly of Brockville, born 1800 in Wrentham, Massachusetts.

Baltimore Richard P. Leary U.S. N Fulli- More Guam Ladrone Islands United States Leary Guero Spain York John Cowell California Brovicivn Wrentham Stass New Orleans Chicago New York West

Dramatic Event at Crawford Theater This Week

Tonight at Crawford theater Hen Hendricks the Swedish dialect comedian appears in A Genuine Gentleman. The show promises strong comedy and elaborate scenic effects with tickets 75 60 36 and 25 cents. Next Monday Labor Day Grimes' Cellar Door at Crawford theater with matinee and evening shows priced 25 40 and 25 cents.

Crawford Theater Hen Hendricks Hendricks Ee B. Mackie

Northern train wreck near St Norbert claims life

A Northern practice train from the South wrecked near St Norbert today. The refrigerator car ditched. baggage and passenger cars derailed. Express messenger George C. Johnson was killed. Fragmentary verses appear in the text, mentioning names and places with unclear context.

Wintipes Nus St. Norbert George C. Johnson

Kenosha City Considers Women's Riding License Measure

Attorney Walter M presents a proposed ordinance prohibiting women from riding bicycles without a license after examination by three experts on fitness. The plan requires city clerk tickets and imposes fines to support expert compensation, with enforcement penalties including arrest for violation within Kenosha limits. The measure provokes debate as council weighs action.

Chicago Walter M Kenoste Kenostee Aald Fiernmen Blarket Kenosha

Fortune and Mind Gone in Tangible Gossip of Dowager’s Estate

A court hearing reveals Lady Yarde-Buller’s deteriorating fortune and temperance issues. Testimony notes extravagant spending, a monthly income near zero, and alleged favoritism toward Valentine Gadsdes linked to a turbulent marriage to Terde Buller.

Ayitta Pernanend London Valentine Gadsdes

New York and Return Tickets for Jit to September

Advertises round trip tickets to New York and return with instruction to call Rock Island for full information. Mentions contact names and addresses at 72 Kansas Avenue and Rock Island line. References Burdock Blood Bitters for scrofula and eruptive skin diseases with dubious health claims.

Rock Island Bence ‘Phome RS Pollen

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