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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 03, 1898

Page

6

Controversy Over Charity Reports In State Board Proceedings

Turbulent dispute centers on edits to annual reports by state charity board members and the superintendent Mrs Baer. Accusations include suppressing statements about gifts, misreporting sums, and altering the text before sending to auditors. The controversy touches Beloit events and school farm supplies amid claims of political interference.

Huan Ee Ee Hush Board of Charitee Itithon Re Ea Seniator Jateeplel Fedustdal Senoo Beloit Frank Dhune H “Shin Mtra Heer Wheeler Street Mrs. Baer Mrv. Baer Ierine

Tanner Indicted In Virden Riot Case

A Virden grand jury indicted Governor Tanner and 64 others over the October 1 riot at Virden. Indictments include malfeasance in office and failure to provide troops, with three courts for Governor Tanner in Tillman County. Additional charges target Chicago Virden Coal Company officials and guards for riot and assaults. Governor Tanner faced mixed reactions from officials and suggested possible non-prosecution in light of broader legal questions.

Louis The Republic Curtinville Virden Hirterand Turk Shirley Billie Virgen John H Tanner Tillnns W. Tunkins Chicago-Virdon Coal Company Lo Iis Frank Wilder Surge Shirley Tanner A. J. Roberts Virden Pallow Daven- Port Chicago-Virden Coal Mining Srmpeny Pallure Countyville Aiken Uye Grand Altgeld Trintens University of Wmilavie Dictiovnt Erward

Fair of the Stage Women and the Walder Astoria Booth

A chaotic fair article describes Visions of Beauty at the Walder Astoria with Lillian Russell as drawing card. It notes a charity bazaar, votes for popular models, and exhibition of relics, amid lively crowds and mixed reception, with speculation on who wins the prize.

Walder Astoria Lillian Russell Anya Wanman Lillian Russell Ts Ilwaya Elen Terey Antyentse Ibeyee Eadhrota Amoria Te Laguers Hsbien Arthur Mtr Fisk Maude Adame Dean Tn Sve

Miss Francis From Last Year at Crawford Aims for Next Season

Etienne Girardot starred in Miss Francis From Last Year at the Crawford Theater. Brienne Giraniet and Fanny Young contributed strong comic work while Agnes Tose Lane played Miss Chetwynd. Girardot plans a new force for next year with George Broadhurst possibly providing the best new comedy.

Etienne Girardot Brienne Giraniet Chaney Crawford Theater Francis Ge Yate Michael Morton Ghariot Misa Fanny Young Miss Mann Girardot Mixa Agnes Tose Lane Mies Chetwynd Miss Francis Yale George Broadhurst

Newton Rail News Tracks Local Assignments and Moves

Master Mechanic J B Gavitt returns on No 2 test mnet from Dodge City. Engineers Norton and Webster and Firemen Payne and Bourne resume work. Conductor Charles Brow returns from Ellwood and resumes duties. Dr Davis's wife improves. Fenn Cooper off with grip. Brakeman Bannister tarded from Osawatomie as Newton guest. Krall daughter ill. Krall absent. Purcell, Mudge, Wagner, Ruggles and Hamer rein positions. Charlie Lytle moves to Hutchinson to run on the Hutchin' line. Tallys top notch nine hours 57 rolls, record here 298 in ten hours. Ted Fay hunts at Watchany with Frisco. Road master Lewis begins in paint shop, replacing Thames.

Newton J. B. Gavitt Dodge City Engiucera Norton and Webster Payne Bourne Charles Brow Ellwood Dr. Davis Hostier Davis Fenn Cooper Brakeman Bannister Osawatomie Newton Friends A. S. Krall Drncksmith Shop Mudge Wagner, Ruggles and Hamer Rein Oidationse City Purcell Moany Charlie Lytle Hutchin Mills Browght Ted Fay Watuhany Ute Tomdwin Lewis Rail Saw Charlie Thames Nickerson

Does Petty Thieving Plague Santa Fe Passengers at Hutchinson

Santa Fe passengers at Hutchinson report loss of personal items and frequent misconduct at Main Street crossing during meals. Police were summoned repeatedly and recovered an overcoat later pawned with a revolver and gloves. An arrest followed as investigators pursued the pawnshop suspect.

Santa Fe Hutchinson Hutchinson News Coutr Gripe R. C. Shoats Rocky Pura Cole Metnicht Plaice

John Collins trial hearing reveals tense cross examination

Testimony unfolds with Joe Smothers recounting visits to the home, letters, and plans for Harper. Witnesses discuss timing of Collins visits, paper quality of a letter, and Harbaugh and Jetmore's questioning as court adjourns for the day.

Joe Phu Uae Penell Bias Peitten Harare Harhaneh Hayden Jetmore Jetmare Harbaugh Jane Collina John Colling Jon Hay- Q Joe Smothers Lawrence Kittie Smothers Atchison St Joe St. Jos Beta Club John Colting Miss Babcock John Collins Collins Beta House Big Sister Collins Harper Massachusetts Street Turner Hall Ieter Kittle Smothers Heta Club Smothers Mr. Hayden Tle Jess Harper Slater Mr. Jetmore Jeter Leasimany Bia Topeka House of Dores Kides Witrexzes Crone

Johnson Jordan Looks Natty In Swell Attire

Johnson Jordan, an interested list attendee, stands in a morning meeting wearing a dark blue chevron double breasted suit with vest, Hecht yellow shoes, black blue cravat, high collar and starched cuffs. He towers over the crowd, lips pursed, drawing attention as a typical colored swell among attendees.

Johnson Jordan

Crowd Packs Court In Bella Coyne Trial Observation

Report describes a crowded courtroom during the trial with residents pressing for seats the judge calling for order as spectators react to testimony. An elderly woman naps through proceedings while Judge Hazen and Mrs Hazen observe closely. A young woman climbs to the jury box door to peek at blood stained bed coverings on display and bed spread details.

Hesr Les Bella Joan Coyne Lemme Oguid Hazen T. Hazen

Man disrupts trial as gallery spectator quits in protest

A stout man in an overcoat and fur cap entered the courtroom gallery during the trial. He removed gloves, cap, and outer garments while witnesses testified, then yelled I’ve got enough as he reached the door, prompting Judge Haven to call for silence.

Special Days at Collins Trial in District Court

The text hints at a proposed event tied to the Collins trial next Tuesday dubbed Lawyer's Day in district court. It discusses the idea of setting apart days besides Ladies' Day during the trial and mentions ballit troubles described in unclear terms.

Tadies’ Fay

Courtroom Entrance Tension Prompts Quiet Warning

Fragmented OCR depicts courtroom crowd control notes. Lawyers seek court access via side entrance while attendees argue loudly in the gallery. A past disturbance led to a judge imposing a small fine and provisions for future hearings.

No Place for Children Says Judge During Court Session

Judge Hasen halted a heated session as voices from the gallery disrupted proceedings. He urged that the case is no place for children and suggested removing minors from the courtroom. Principal witness Johnson Jordan and an alleged hired killer were delayed to next week. Frances Babcock of Lawrence is expected to testify afterward.

Hasen Kubbub Hazen Johnson Jordan John Culjios Frances Babcock Lawrence Jordan

Market Report Shows Mixed Prices and Quiet Trading

A fragmented market report notes fluctuating cash cattle hog futures and dairy receipts, with mixed signals across sectors. Traders watched prices in Philadelphia Chicago and Kansas City as hogs and cattle moved modestly while dairy values held steady amid lighter buying.

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