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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1898
Page
9
Fragmentary transcript shows questions about a poisoning case. Witnesses reference poison, letters, payment offers, a gunshot death, and a suspect asking for poison. Testimony covers relationships with Harper and others, note handling, and effort to obtain evidence.
An article promotes Dr Rudolph Schiffmann claiming his asthma remedy cures asthma hay fever and bronchitis. It states a free sample box will be given at Rowley Shaw's drug store on a Thursday in December and invites requests by mail for out of town recipients.
A vivid description recalls the front row in a gallery during TL Hud’s May sketches of metropolitan scenes. The crowd’s faces, hair, and shoes loom as observers lean over the space rail, while Baill Jenn Cyne nervously watches, using a long pole to keep viewers back.
An invitation asks excursionists to view a large holiday display claiming the state’s largest old cheap Xmas stock. It offers a refund of car fare up to 5 percent of the purchase and free packing and depot delivery for large orders if the ad is presented at payment.
The report describes a noisy church gathering in New England where a disorderly child is prodded by a bailiff, causing a clash of voices as an audience member shouts during a judge's recess. The fragmentary text captures a humorous, chaotic moment in a courtroom church setting.
Frances Brown, pardoned by Governor Leedy, remains jailed to settle court costs. A request to release him was denied by the county commissioners as the unsettled fines and fees delay his freedom. Mrs. Brown urged release, but the board maintained the sentence and costs must be paid.
Sheriff Cook sent a party of prisoners to the state penitentiary Today Hummer the longest sentence before him seven years for tavert tempting to murder Lucinda Hendricks. Other prisoners include Jose Hamilton one year and a half for robbery Dick Mullins one year for robbery Yultons and Petry sentences range from 18 months to two years Cal Mitchell 18 months for breaking into freight cart Abe Taylor 18 months for grand larceny Wim Will two years for similar offense Howard Proctor one year for deemne and escape attempts
Stanley, governor elect, arrived by late train and visited the Copeland hotel this morning. Auditor sleet Cole and Secretary of State-elect Clark also came overnight and held morning consultations about the governor’s measure and state interests. Stanley spoke of drafting his message and gathering references, noting he has not yet chosen appointments. He greeted many in the lobby and planned to return home after a short wait.
The Topeka Club plans a big reception and dancing party at the club rooms on Friday evening December 30. It will be a notable society event and the only affair the club has arranged this year. The event was postponed earlier due to the death of member Mit S J Prescou.
J C Allison III a traveling salesman for Marehallld Co was taken ill on a Kansas City bound train Saturday night and rendered paralyzed in the left side. He was removed to a hospital and remains in precarious condition with Dr Go Stewart attending. He travels with his wife and daughter to Topeka Avenue, Kansas City.
A young offender nicknamed The little Russian is linked to prolonged petty theft at a shop in Pekka. Tobacco products and candy have been repeatedly taken, with chewing tobacco heavily targeted. He is expected to be sent to reform school and turned over to the state for trial.
Congress convened with unusual crowds as basket gifts filled desks. Leaders Dingley and Bailey greeted each other after a friendly handshake across party lines. General Wester of Abrams joined, drawing large attention, as the House prepared for the president’s message and a recess until 1:30.
The Fifty fifth Congress opening in Washington featured a lavish chrysanthemum display on Senate desks and in the chamber. Senators Morgan of Alabama and Morrill of Vermont entered first as diplomatic and international figures watched from galleries. A Senate call showed 67 members present and daily resolutions were adopted before a 30 minute recess on the president's message pending.
The State Journal rushed the full McKinley message from the Associated Press. Editors arranged instant wire feeds, quick type setting, and rapid distribution via Union Pacific and Rock Island trains to subscribers and Western Kansas readers.
Disjointed report notes police raided Kinwas Avenue area known as a eluti linked to a secret order. An alerted keeper of the place observed travelers deemed members seeking admission while authorities investigated word of an unauthorized gathering and possible band activity.
A historic city sale lists three parcels in Oakland to be sold separately with prices ranging from ten to higher figures. Mortgage holders and property contributors, including Frank Thomas and Mrs. Chet Thame, are noted amid additions by W. Morris and Jon Norton.
The article notes committee discussions on anti slot machine ordinances with involvement from the Citizens' League of the First Presbyterian church and local Christian endeavor unions. Rev M F MuKirahan mentions a draft under the Chikkers' league, to be presented to the city council. First Presbyterian Sunday school teachers plan a meeting at Judge Garver's on Harrison Street.
A local seller advertises a wide range of dolls, toys, games, china, glassware, pottery, story books, pictures, wagons, sleds, skates, tool chests, drums, tables, cradles, trunks and more at prices designed to please. The note emphasizes that it pays to trade.
Report outlines arrests of three fugitives after a failed escape from a building. Police pursued them through Kateas wreotie area, leading to their capture and a police front and rear ambush. A rehearsal is planned at Grace Catholrs choir on Tuesday with Joseph Buch among those to attended.
Livestock market notes from Kansas City include steer and heifer trading activity with receipts and sales reports. Cattle feed, hog, and lamb segments show steady demand and price ranges, with market commentary on dairy and feeder cattle movement.
Fragmentary OCR text shows a damaged classified notice listing exchanges and purchases, with references to a restaurant, payments, and various misread names. The readable items suggest requests to trade items, save on payments, and an address for a restaurant.
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