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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 12, 1899

Page

5

Body found from Niagara wreck near Port Maitland

A body identified as Batulo M Dee was recovered near Port Maitland from the Niagara wreck. Names listed include James Gaveherty Frank Kittson and others as crew. the ship Niagara was reported near Lake Erie with captain Samem Pieter gr. Willoh aboard. Separate equity updates mention stock delegates at a convention in Fort Worth and a governor’s appointment of Geo H Wilson to a judgeship vacancy in Cherakesum Craw counties.

Niagara Batulo M. Dee Lake Iorle Port Maitland Man James Gaveherty Kingston Geo H. Wilson Stanley Hes FE Wilson Neraken Probhue Eatbon Foi Leon

Sensible Christmas Gifts Aphreolized for Home

A readable yet garbled ad promotes Christmas gifts and home decor items including carpets curtains and furniture. It notes special sale pricing at Been's drug store on paintings by Mrs. J. A. Davis and advertises affordable, stylish items for a bright, cozy home during the holiday season.

J. A. Davis Been's Drug Store

Crane in David Harum actor signs contract with Prokinky

Crane, fresh from a stage run with his former manager, signs a free contract to appear under Tiaring Prokmky in Edward Noyes Wentow's novel David acus Str. He will lead his ven organization and the project of the author. Charters Granted in Delaware: The New York Zine company authorized to do business in Finn. Officers listed include President J B Bartram of New York and Vice President Wo Wolcott of Boston. A Kansas mining venture and a railroad toll faulted at 31000. Engineer deaths reported in Panther ipdas. public reaction described. White House urged city interest in the national capital project.

New York Fuce Delaware Finn Andhigthend Papin Freee J B Bartram Wo Wolcott Boston Charlie C Wolesit New Betrem Et Woltott Hanitin James HO Wicking Ecorfeos N.S Dede Penn Walcott Katherine Milline Surakayak Tupi Kansas Tiredorn Olin Byron Ash Ghoinid Janes Lake Governor Wiliam Stone

Novel Enterprise Promoters Face Court Over Damages Scheme

Federal court hears allegations against the Claim Adjustment Company based in Kansas City arranging damage claims for injuries. The case involves Benjamin Nieman and attorney Pratik Hagerman with claims of contracts to prosecute Nieman’s suit, questionable security for costs, and tactics to secure damages from the Metropolitan Street Railway for a fall.

Damge Sult F Incorporated Kansas City Tycht Jamey Soll Fenjamin Ntemoa Ooadahs Kanes Chty Seton Evideriere M. Freliegh Haserman Nieman Hank Frekerch Ty Dunsiat Anderson Pie Plant Trailway Bite A.P Anderson Stet Rallwety Company Tabi

Gill Appointed and Nominations Sent to Senate

The president named John J. Sullivan of Ohio for US attorney for the northern district of Ohio and Joseph A. Glen of Indiana for judge of the United States eighth district in the northern district. A long list of recess appointments followed. Call to view Mrs. J. A. Davis’ picture display at Keene’s drug store.

Washington Dec Senate John J. Sullivan Ohio Joseph A.gw Ieniae Judes Cnled Iniact Territory J. A. Davis Keene's Drug Store

Social and Personal Notes From Topeka Tea Hosts

Social and personal items describe two parties at Mrs Jansen and Mrs Weiskirch homes honoring Jessie and Heeman West of Indiatagolia Ltd, with children in costume, prizes for a guessing game, and a long list of invited guests. A surprise party for Ruth Whitney and Mabel Kinessey followed, featuring games and many attendees. Additional notes list upcoming events, visitors, engagements, and local club meetings amid holiday preparations.

Elven Lew H. Jansen Armin A. Weiskirch Jansen Jessie Heeman West Indiatagolia, Ltd Iris Boston Wear of Bears Cornelia Gied Laura Hail Gertrude Kitchell Bertha Kitchell Charlotte McClarlan Elisabeth McClellan Jessie Wolff Helen Linise Crosbs Anne Welskineh Wandells Siiwell Grave Vallee Ate Winnifred Hughes Louise White Plorpoce Embree Marian Wear Marjorie Paris Withelyindt Marburg Aline Laurimowr Bava Bola Anna Simi Arras ‘Troutman Jia Be Rey Jansen Herman Wolff James Hughes David Jay Bure Willard Herbert Lininger Lawrence White Civer FF Whitney Wrest Sixth Avenue Whitey Hiram. Kinesis Ruth Whitney Mabel Kinessey Simes Dordthy van Hook Sara Webster Jessie Faulkner Angie Gregury Mary Nisley Dorothy Hadley Marian Walt Vera Parking Wandella Frank Suilwell Charles Freeman Edwin Cemphel Harry Kuntz Murry Netzer Proud Snow Stuart Drum Drum John Kepley Jean Keptey Menninger Edwin Menninurr Bailey Halph Croes Hiram Kinewies Fant Kingsley

Hayward's Successor Amid Campaign Pressure and Art Exhibit

Governor Poynter faces appeals from candidate allies as political tension rises. A feature notes Lenore Doster Cooke's paintings on display at Kellam in Tennessee mountains, highlighting vibrant color and a striking Mother and Child motif. An advertisement for Ammonic Benzilene Soap appears within the piece.

Tepeks Mra Lenore Doster- Cooke Kellam Tennessee

Threshie and Smith Lead Boston St Louis Pride in Amateur Championship

In New York on December 12 Threshie of Boston and Smith of St Louis head the experts in the Clare Amateur Championship. Cutler of Boston and Kellogg of Chicago also show strength as opening games begin at the Knickerbocker Theater. Results include Hendrick handling Westerner and Kendrick edging Salth with final tallies showing Smith averaging 47.4 and Kendrick 28.1. crowd expect exciting matchups as the tournament unfolds.

New York Threshie Boston Smith St- Lille Pionship Knickerbocker Ametc Stule Cutler Kellogg Chivaige Faye Hendrick Wien Belor Scures Smith Avernee Wek Siindrick Aver Duge

British organize aid for war victims and soldiers

A general committee of British representatives in Chicago forms to raise funds for relief of wounded and killed soldiers in the South African war. A charity concert will be held at Central Hall with subscriptions noted, and leadership includes vice presidents from Chicago and other British American circles.

Chicago Orseilegon Aha Brillett-Amerisasia GP Deinity Irsunicatian Te “Sockety of Sons Wweb Ie Society Eure

Living Like Princes In A Chicago Toyland Raid

A gang of five boys, ages 11 to 17, were arrested in a luxuriously furnished apartment at 4514 Wentworth Avenue. Police found a hoard of ornate furnishings, valuable paintings, and a cache of antique weapons and jewelry. Officers described the scene as a decadent hideout and recovered a collection of swords, guns, and a Persian rug display in a lavish rendezvous room.

Chicago Hurehirs Wentworth Avenue Enel Alice

WANTS COULTER'S PLACE DEPT COMMANDER RACE NEWS

W W Martin of Morr Scott enters race for department commander as Home poets endorse him. Clergy and commander will convene at a hollow encampment near spring. Gov Thomas gets even amid a Denver dispatch noting dispute with Missouri over a criminal matter. A bookstore ad lists discounted literature and music titles.

W. W. Martin W. W Martin Morr Scott Ahl G. H. Cuatose Hojlus Thomas Denver Tol Thomas TeFuccdo Euphens Missouri W. J. Duca Joplin Stehens Opce Hive Eamisons Belays Sartor Resartuk Aubocrat Et Bennett's Kansas Avenue

Real estate transfers list numerous assets and buyers

The record lists Elizabeth Amann and others transferring parcels to Charles Rubin for 200 dollars, L A Boyd to Elizabeth Adams for 500 dollars, and many more such transfers. It names buyers and sellers, street locations, and prices across additions like Clay Street, Washburn Place, Jefferson Street, and Monroe Street, detailing lots and tracts in various neighborhoods. Several entries include Mrs or Mr spouses, tract descriptions, and dates in 1915 1919 1945.

Elizabeth Amann Charles Rubin L. A. Boyd Elizebeth J. Adams Clay Street Martin & Dennis S. E Vorheis F Boyles William J. Barnes Lewis B. Martin Western Avenue Watson's Wim.simne Mary L. Chamberlain Washburn Avenue Washburn Place Avery Washburn Wits Sayville Tinteheler Fort Meg Wayne Avenue Alval Mo Levy Dacob Fuirbake Sixth Lrannen Wetretch Caroline &. Fuirbanks Alvah M Levy Branner Street J.D. Rockey L. F. Kemper Jefferson Street Paramore S. F. Boyles S Varhets Ear Street Hussville James D. Lane St. Clark Tate Lockard Doimer E. Bateheiler Sverre Byenus Washburn Isalln Fred Johnson Els ELS. Part Southeast Quarter 3-11 Wm Perry Solomon A. Shull Gordon Street First Ward Watt Ther FF Job Schiling Greenwood Avenue W. Potwin Isd Union Land Company Charlotte Hill Monroe Peter Sells Kannas Avenue Mary L. Phillips Surah A. Campield Dullars Lincoln Street King’s

Holiday Rail Rates and Gift Suggestions Advertised

The Rock Island Route advertises holiday tickets on sale December 23 to January 2 with final limit January 2. It promotes gifts including a pajama option over a Lucille book and lists Bennett's Book Store at 130 Kansax Ave for full information. The copy includes distorted phrases about cures and ointments and asks about ammonia benzene usage.

Flock Island Bennett's Book Store Kansax Ave Phyatcfana Dean

Christmas presents at Hughes Carpet House of Topeka

Anadvertised selection of useful gifts at Hughes Carpet House 4nt Kanesavenue includes knickknacks and prints at low prices. Dr Wood lists plans for a new facility on West Bixrh Street offering private rooms, board, and treatment at homelike, affordable rates to attract patients seeking personal care.

JE. W. Hughes Wood Topeka Bixrh New Beatty Inetiturte Char Nuceber Hanily Aireet Caer Baiel

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