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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 13, 1897

Page

2

Easley Calls National Caucus Reform Conference in New York

Ralph M. Easley of the Chicago Civic Federation issues a call for a national conference on caucus reform to convene in New York City January 6th. The call is signed by prominent leaders from politics, business, and reform groups including Abram Hewitt, Lyman J. Gage, Melville Stone, George McAneny, and Adolph Nathan. The meeting aims to discuss defects in current primaries and to promote practical reform measures across states.

New York Ealthen Teyn Ralph M. Eastey de Caucas Nane Masmchaqutts Maryland Tilinms New Jurety Piwadquartera Hotel Manhattan Honey Randall Walte American Institute of Cywice FL Gitltsup Chicago Thames M. Reyna Caton League Club Join V. Farwell, Jr The Merchants Cluthitage Thomas Y. Hoyne Troquate Club Chicagat F. . Paulding Marquette Ela Taos Hotdem Piamilios Club T. N. Jamiesem Nesignal Republican Climmitterman Lawrence P. Boyle George le Doursas Clicaen EM. Moffman Joseph Pattard, Jr Reform Meigtes Gaither Roger W. Cuil Shy Reform Teawue Pranidint Merchants Ausociation HH. Bottom A A. J. Votam Jounsten John P. Barks Glenway Maxon Chariey Best G Flacan C.F. Munroe Butler Ames Pibdlers James K. Snaley W. T. Durand Steen Milwaukee P G. Maugalee Carpenters Fend Jenners of America Philadityhias W

Prominent Civic Leaders Named Across Cities and States

A long list of civic and business leaders appears from Cleveland to Denver and Des Moines. Names include R Waroer and H A Towne, with figures such as J. Blondin, T. J. Johnson, and S Sammuel M. Joney. The roster spans presidents, mayors, and executives in commerce, education, and municipal affairs.

R. Waroer Chamber of Commerce Cleveland HA. Gariest M.T. Herriet Tom J. Johnson A. Angell J. Blondin William Cushing E. Bottins Sargent George T. Melqtosh Olver Stctook Pitiebure Carwnd Tren Amt Steel Worker Pitsburg William R. ‘Thompson Pitievure F. Langenders Merchants’ Exchange St. Louis Kinnland Manufacturers’ Association St. Route Barry Civic Peiforation Loule Frank L Hartwell Municipal Axeela~ Hot Louisville John H. Ward Louletille A.J Indianapolis Eyane Woolen Camierdah Ehib Tydiasapatie A. J. Crocker Board of ‘Tree Minseapatia FG. Witkios Anthony Kelly H. A. Towne R. Childs W. J. Dean J. B Atwater G. He Lyman Cyrus Buller Denver John MyVicker Teague American Municipalitier Des Moines Sammuel M. Joney India Washington O. Charles Kay Prestedent Citizens Legis Springfield Janes D. Phetin San Francisco B. Hofer Salem Ore

Greater Republic of Central America May Become One Nation

Washington reports that the Greater Republic of Central America may extend beyond a diplomatic alliance to form a single sovereign state. Nicaragua, El Salvador, and Honduras would unite, absorbing their internal affairs and all interests into one government. A full union could be completed by February or sooner, per officials in Washington and Madrid.

United States Central America Senor Cura Washington Diet Mondogu Coren Cores

Steel Wire and Nail Makers Near Pool Accord

United States steel wire and nail manufacturers near completing a pool accord after months of negotiation. About twenty leading firms are expected to join, with total capitalization surpassing two hundred thousand dollars. Formalities may wait until after the holidays as buyouts of smaller wire and nail concerns continue. Judge Gary of Chicago and G. H Tenbroeck lead interested directors who say the pool will not raise prices but aims to stabilize production.

New York United States Gary Chicago G. Htenbroeck Danis Itionl Tta3

Germans to Stay in China After Talks in Pekin

Pekin dispatch reports that Germany gains key concessions after meeting with Chinese officials. China concedes on Kiao Chow Bay occupation, Shaftung governor removal with restored status, and exclusive control of nearby mining and railway monopolies. China yields on other points while maintaining some preferences for Germany.

China William Pekin Kine Chou Bay Shang Tung Germany Kiaphou Bay

Missionary Doctor Dayan Dies After 23 Years in Service

Rev Dr Day, a prominent Lutheran missionary in the United States, fell seriously ill in Liverfoot and sailed to New York under his wife’s care. He had spent twenty three years in Muttenberg and Werlu, Germany, returning to America with hope to report his work to the synod. His condition remained grave during the voyage.

Philetoiphia Dec Day Lutheran Synod of Dmited States Liverfoot New York Thy Hue Muttenberg Relund Erowine Amiri

Visible sun spots seen with naked eye report

Geneva reports professor Brooky from Sinlth oheortators observing a solar group visible to the naked eye near Liesus Hine center. Ambhed gins render the features visible through small telescopes. Misawire notes indicate the solar disturface about 100,000 miller fe bene, with Ekbere mast details unclear.

Naked Eye Geneva Willam FR. Brooky Sinlth Liesus Browes

Mrs Nancy Allison McKinley Dies at 88 in Canton

Canton Ohio December report says Nancy Allison McKinley mother of the president died at a few minutes after 2 AM with family at her bedside. Funeral Tuesday at one o clock in First Methodist Canton service planned with pallbearers and burial at Westlawn. President McKinley and Mrs McKinley to attend capital departure later.

Mrs McKinley Obituary Reflects Family Ties and Public Service

Nancy Allison McKinley, mother of William McKinley, died near Thanksgiving, with her life centered on family and church. She supported her son’s ascent from prosecuting attorney to congressman and president, attended the St Louis convention, joined the inauguration train, and remained a steadfast figure in Canton and beyond. Her passing followed years of close involvement with her children and frequent travels to visit them in California Somerset and Pittsburgh.

Seldow Jose Aries William McKinley Honer St. Louis Aren Inkley Mrs. McKinney Canton Nancy Allison McKinley Virginia Theshire Goldy Te Church

The Great Huxley and Digestive Remedies

A fragment praises Huxley the great English scientist and extolls Stewart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a cure for indigestion. It claims digestion improves flesh, blood, nerves, eyes, and complexion with wholesome food, and advertises the tablet for 80 cents a package plus a free stomach guide.

Huxley Ani Stewart Aterich Stuart Cu Marshall Mich

Boston Water Use Far Exceeds 1896 Levels

Boston's water consumption rose sharply last month, totaling about 1724,200 gallons daily on average, a 2.1 percent increase from the previous year. Water from Sudbury, Cochituate, and Mystic systems contributed over 269,000, 47 inches rainfall noted, and the city reports a firm supply with no feared shortages.

Boston Sudbury Cochibunte Mystic Service Cochituate Amtystic Dottie Poate Eves Gun Vanteed St. Feo W. Stansfield Kan. Ave S Pharmacy Corib Topeka Avenue

Stories of Judge Gary and His Quick Wit in Chicago

A profile of Judge Gary, famed for the Haymarket sentence and two Luetgert trials, noting eight years on the bench, his 75 years, daily walks with his dog, and swift repartee on the bench. Anecdotes include his stance on jury duty and a lawyer’s first case facing 18 months. He lives quietly, cherishes his daughters, and values charity.

Chicago Jodge Joseph Gary Haymarket Joleen R Cart Akiil Shudge Talesman

George Batcheller Goes Abroad as Member of Cairo Court

George Sherman Batcheller, named American member of the international court at Cairo, Egypt, has long foreign experience. He held the post previously from 1875, served as minister to Portugal, and later worked as foreign attorney for major American life insurance companies while based in Paris. He is 61, Harvard educated, a former New York legislator and Union officer who helped reorganize the state militia after the Civil War. He resides in Saratoga, New York.

International Court Cairo George Sherman Batcheller Egypt Portugal Armerican Life Instrative Paris Batcheller Jeorge Snarmoan Batcheller Harvard Ho Maide New York Grant United States International Tribunal of Kayne Saratoga Harricud The Treasury

Nansen Bouvesir Spoons Commemorate Far North Expedition

The latest in semaphore spoons features the Nansen design honoring Dr. Nansen and his farthest north expedition.

Nansen Dr. Nansen

Terrible Raids and Rheumatism Tales From Civil War Veteran

John Hewitt of Topeka recalls raids by guerrillas during the Civil War era while serving in Missouri regiments. He describes rheumatic afflictions, a work injury on the railroad, and long recovery periods. He credits Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People with restoring his ability to walk and reducing pain, urging others to try the remedy.

John Hewitt Topeka Kansas G. AL Hannibal & St. Joe Mall Hannibal Missouri Rome Guards Flrst M W. Heswood Gettynburgs Springfeld Hibbon Creek Atchicon Santa Fe Jeen Wilkens Ronny Een Prairie Williams Mr. Hewitt Tome

Government Reservoirs Report on Irrigation in Wyoming and Colorado

A congressional summary reviews Alger secretary reports on proposed western reservoirs. Five Wyoming systems near Laramie would store river water and affect Missouri River flows. Pine Creek in Wyoming favored. Colorado sites include South Platts and Lake Desmet. Government control of irrigation rights is urged with full title, water rights, and jurisdiction. Total storage could exceed 116 billion cubic feet, costing about 1.6 million dollars annually, with returns to water value and maintenance in about three years.

Washington Dee Iqa Alger Wyoming Colorado Laramie Laramies North Place Pine Creek Cloud Peak Lake Desmet Sara Colorado South Platts Missouri River Millon Edo

Montana's Fountain Reservoir Project in Hearst Gulch

New York based Anaconda Mining Company secures rights to all water in Hearst Gulch and Anaconda Lake. Plans a six mile intake to deliver four million gallons daily to Anaconda with a 40 foot fountain at the reservoir center. The towering jet will rise from massive masonry basins with a spray fountain complex.

New York Anacundm Elty Sind Epet Lake Monest Jeremeten Mariodd Heights Quterent Amet Thi Eorld

Humanity's Interest in Morality and Industry Trends

Fragmented OCR notes describe public interest in nutrition and labor, mentioning Morse, Morrs, and a push toward pork packing and postal savings banks. The text references a campaign, speeches, and visits by Morita's Hirst, with scattered lines about writing books, resistance to reforms, and a Dicekslair to the world at tone favor.

Nelson Morrs Cmteapgn Meirris Pon Milllotutry Neen Mkoe Museeltie Apis Morita Ierok Tone

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Easley’s Gall Ralph M. Easley Chicago Civic Federation New York City Swift Greepcastia Swift Sovsite Company Atinate Merekart Gotkes Nancy Alison McKinley McKin Jey Earth Hélen Grace James MacKinney Alury Helen Minerva Sarah Elizabeth Duncan Willitam Abner Willam, Mckintey, Sr M. F Wdlock Westlawn Pigene Stern J. A. Cassidy J. L Milter W. W. Clark IG. McGarty Davia Zollars John F. Blake Methodiat Mother McKinley Mrs, M'Kinley the Great Judge Gary Dunge Gary Gig George 8. Batcheller Missouri Home Guards Montana's Fountain Anaconda Eis BLY Bros Warren St. S Mircus Rahway N. J Agere Chery Pastoral W.L. Douglas Bagoon Ibias Brace Bose Gyer Laieh Topeka Cash Dry Foods Co Kansas Ava Burghart Columbus O. de Omp Suan Federation Cremette, Beott & Scott Eighth St
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