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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 08, 1897

Page

4

Trees of Sureption Editions By Topeka Journal Carrier

The State Journal announces delivery options for the party edition by cartier erpis, available weekly to Topeka and surrounding towns at the same price. Includes contact details for the Bustress office and reporters room, with advertising access via the New York division.

Cartier Erpis Topeka Wiburbe Kaner Town Righth Bell New York Piteer Wiidine Sire

Weather Indications For Chicago And Kansan Fair

Weather notes predict fair conditions for Chicago events tonight and Thursday. Temperatures stay mild with light winds shaping a pleasant period for outdoor activities and gatherings.

Chicago Kansan Sinan

Secretaries Seek Bond Refunding to Strengthen U S Credit

The article argues for a new government debt plan proposing ten year gold bonds to replace outstanding bonds. It discusses whether refunding in gold is needed, the 2% interest idea, and compares postal savings banks as a funding alternative. It also notes public reaction and critiques from figures like Secretary Gage and Congressman Lecimer.

Game Ouerceeman Lecimer Oivno Faikline Tunis Bank Aystem Mobtikely United States Barrow Gage Hm Ft Piath Savings

Kansas Prosperity Seen Through Farmers Fragments

Kansas farmers are praised as a standard of comparison for national prosperity. The piece mocks extreme critics while recalling rural toil on the plains of Kansas, with references to railroads, farm life, and thankful verses about living in Kansas.

Denver Kansas Ranma Sitte Phil- Milne Kaxt Aurar New York

Notable Figures Amid News and Anecdotes Abroad

Ambassador Joan Haysy plans a Nile journey with his wife and daughter Tess. A dispute over a book's authorship involves Da Maurier and others. Gindetons praises the American Revolution and his own political education. Joseph Jefferson survives a near-fatal accident by a surgeon’s care. Justice Stephen J. Field retires from the US Supreme Court. A tribute to Joe Hoy Brewer follows his death. Eynumna Taste’s condition draws attention for a complete center of balance. Geiner Bunce lauds Queen Victoria’s patronage and mentions prized possessions. Str. Burmee arrives in Hartford after fourteen years away.

Tess da Maurier Ben Bot Gindetons Joseph Defferson Tntal Dlindbres Gn Operieian George Touliinc Bate Gries de Nas Stephen J. Field United Sustes Suprem Court Ples, Teuyen & Rephew Thst Dich Tribunal Joe Hoy Brewer Geiner Bunce Queen Victoria Quech Burmee Hartford Conn

Chained nine years case shocks Western Pennsylvania

Humane Agent O'Brien uncovers a brutal maltreatment case at Cliche's Hollow Westmoreland County Frankie Merce Cline 43 has been chained to an iron bar for years with a device that restricts movement. He has shown signs of severe confinement and is described as incoherent. The state board of lunacy is notified and authorities may take charge as the state covers costs.

Pittsbore O'Brien Pennsylvania Cliche's Hollow Westmmoreland Canny Frankie Merce Cline Manise Ang Saya State Board of Lunacy Westman Land

Death Hints Football Injury at Benedicts College

Reports state Atchisen of Clemmex parish died suddenly last week from injuries received while playing football. Benedict’s College authorities say he played football only once this season, early in the term, and was in good health until moments before his collapse.

Atchisen Per Clemmex BU Benedict's College

Missing Clyde Steamer Attains Worsening Search

A Clyde steamer under Capt. Gordon with Jett Marseilie aboard vanished December 4 en route to Maite amid stormy seas. A large search is underway by the Pennamoin and Oriental Steam Navigation lines, but adverse weather hampers progress.

Stemmer Clyds Pennamoin Oriental Steam Navigation Company Clyde Gordon Jett Marseilie Maite

Wilde in Jail Life Poem Publication Plans

Oecar Wilde reportedly arranged to publish a poem titled The Bale iad of Reading Jai in this city and New York. An advertisement touts Syrup here and at Miller's Pharmacy for digestive relief, promoting Cascarets as a cure for constipation.

Dacar Reading Jail

Charley Garrels Lured Into Buffalo Ranch Scam

Wakereney dispatch reports Charley Garrels, a four year resident of the county, was exploited by a smooth stranger who promised big earnings on an Arkansas buffalo ranch. Garrels loaned $300 to cover freight bills and expected to reunite with the con man, who vanished after bank hours, leaving Garrels awaiting repayment and the promised journey.

Wakereney Wakerney Treso Charley Garrett Tht Tiinois Ieee Charley Gartels Arkansas Charley Garrels Garrels Kanenskis Arkimias Ranch Garvels Jim Kutetis Rascal Arkangas Ranch Dilla Turing

Prohibition Law Debate At Temperance Meeting

A mass temperance meeting at the Methodist church featured Judge William Esston Hutchinson urging public sentiment against enforcing the prohibitory law where it lacks support. He proposed two amendments: cities receive no state funds from saloon taxes without proof of non-corruption, and the city corporation should be held liable for damages instead of the saloonkeeper, to spur enforcement.

Methdist William Esston Hutchinson Thirty-second Judicial District Hutchinson Kansas Echo Board Danage

McTaggart Murder Trial: Key Witnesses Testify

The state’s attorney presented its case with witnesses including W. Ritexy who worked for McTaggart, as jurors and a disciplined jury attended the trial. Testimony grew tense with questions about intents and possible inde pendence in the case.

Attornexus W. Ritexy McTaggart

Woman Credits Hoods Sarsaparilla For Health Gain

Mrs. E. F. Deal of Missouri Valley credits Hood s Sarsaparilla with restoring strength and vitality after illness and constipation. She reports improved sleep, reduced nervousness, richer blood, and overall better health for herself and her children after using Hood s Sarsaparilla and Hood s Pills.

Hood Mes. E. F Missouri Valley

Plucky constable aids murder case at Montgomery trial

A. Davis disarmed Rheesley and prevented bloodshed as McGee, W. Witkate, and Wesley Tole testified during the murder trial. The packed Montgomery county courtroom shows rising interest as the day’s proceedings unfold with ex-Senator Mo mentioned and witnesses expected to continue today, likely delaying completion this week.

A. Davis Rheesley Turther Tw McGee W. Witkate Wesley Tole Montgomery County Ptite

Seed Grain Notes Instruct County to Collect Debts Now

County Attorney of Ellis County instructed to collect seed grain notes immediately from parties who failed to pay. Fees and notices have accrued, with postages adding substantial costs. Total collections to date amount to 668.27 with a remaining unpaid balance over 1900, though harvest promises payment.

Eilis Haye Prine Porcasu Iiterest

Deadly Corn Stale Claims Cattle Die in County Fields

In HA region a spike in cattle fatalities from grazing in corn fields is reported. Names include James Gordin, F. D. Turck, Mr. Bace near Morland, Jost, John Dwells near Bow Creek, Alex Keith, and Findleya of Solomon Township. Several herds or heads die, with losses ranging from four to twelve in a week, plus additional cattle lent by Gatlin and Slaven.

HA City Dec James Gordin F. D. Turck Mr. Bace Morland John Dwells Bow Creek Alex Keith Findleya Solomon Township Gatlin & Slaven

Teacher Refused Pay In Arlington Lawsuit

Mrs Gould, Arlington teacher, sues to recover wages after S Lemley, school board treasurer, refused payment claiming she taught on a third grade certificate seen as unlawful. She argues the county issued her current certificate, making the wage withholding hard to justify.

MrPherson S. Lemley Arlington Gould Lemley

McPherson Teacher Faces Certification Hurdles Amid District Staffing

McPherson educator denied a county teaching certificate after failing arithmetic on the final exam. He had taught in the district under an understanding that if certification was not secured, pay would be adjusted. No charges will be made for his services. In Caldwell, water famine looms as stand pipe failure worsens supply. Neosho River drought devastates western Crawford County, forcing reliance on scarce wells and stressing municipal water systems.

McPnemon Harty Sargent Caldwoth Caldwell Blut Creek Neosho Pitsburs Tus Crawford Méffune Mithensen Walter Neosho River

Eleventh Kansas Veteran Reunion Amid Supplies and Elections

The Eleventh Kansas veterans reunion drew about 180 attendees yesterday with leaders elected for the coming year. A plan to install a new air compressor at the shop was approved to boost work via compressed air. Also reported: elopement cases in Garland and a rabbit scalps collection in Sumner County, as Hutchinson prepares for upcoming jubilees.

Plunk Emporis Newtwr, Are Ea Nee Coam

Snodgrass Held for Murder in Chicago Jubilee Contests

Newton Dec and George Snodgrass, accused of murdering brakeman Charles Upton, faced a preliminary trial yesterday in Chicago. Snodgrass was held for murder in the first degree as the proceedings unfolded amid plans for the upcoming Musical Jubilee contests in May.

Snodgrass Newton Dec George Shodgrass Charles Upton

Germany Press Dispatches on Shanghai Crisis and Kine-Chau

A Shanghai dispatch reports Captain Becker with 20 German Marines leaving Kinehyd tay to seize the surrounding villages and press for capture of the city. Chinese forces resist. German commander reportedly captured then freed. villagers beaten for resistance. Germany seeks indemnity and cession of Kine-Chau and adjacent lands. Times notes uncertainty over permanent occupation and official demands.

London Shanghai Becker Kinehyd Tay Kenerml China Ihe Ktao-Chay Bay Adj Times Trans Pekin Kine-Chau Axries Geremany Times Kiko-Chaw

Indian Congress Proposal For Omaha Exposition Aid

Washington introduces a Senate bill to fund a grand exposition for Indian tribes in Omaha next year. The measure seeks 3,300,000 to cover related expenses and requests support from Secretary for letters praising remedies like Chamberlains Pain Balm.

Senate Senston Allen Omaha Trament Allen

Susie Saunders Hay Revealed in Straitened Scandal Tale

Houlton Maine social figure Susie Saunders Hay wife of Deputy Sheriff William A Kay returns after weeks away. Reports say she fell for inmate Thomas Sweeney while he faced prison. Husband sought divorce, witness evidence led to flight and estrangement as the pair vanished and later split.

Houlton Dee Susie Saunders Hay William A. Kay Tas Soeiety Isben Ind Sundermann Thoman Sweeney Sho Betne Samaritan Houston Sweeney Wuiterson Warskirts St. John AL Tit Lille

Waite Returns to Iowa in New Colonization Plan

A spidery note from Ottumwa reports Waite formerly of Wickeh, once a state chief executive, will move to Decatur County Iowa. He plans to launch a colonization scheme with details released by him and his mother.

Times Herald Ottumwa

Explosive blast devastates streets injures resident near Dayton

A large tro glycerin explosion occurred today in Cincinnati Der 5 A Howling Green area. A hauler from Findlay named Dan Lalvin was killed. Nearby houses were removed and the blast was felt miles away. Cause unknown. The report also mentions a tropical illness and local ads for mineral water and a creamery on Eighth Street and Raseas Avenue.

Cincinnati Der the Timer-Star Saya American Torpedo Company Dan Lalvin Findlay

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