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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 13, 1899

Page

6

North Topeka Community Notes And Social Tidbits

North Topeka items note visitors, weddings, church meetings and local happenings. Mentions a wedding in Hor ton, a church group gathering, a dinner event at Marmett Hive, and community plans for crafts and millinery retail, with various residents listed in brief notices.

Eaetee Jéakjus Abby Draisuiorn Sliver Lake Faner Aries Sandiy Seheal Marmett Hive Fandeh Ailinvision Nucleon Arn J. Ashpuhe Cus Reine

Port Calhornp harbor debate and railway trust claims

Canadian education minister and a United States bound grain export syndicate face scrutiny over a railway trust claim. The discussion covers canal depths, harbor suitability, and expected business under Montreal and Canadian route conditions. A local jewelry ad closes the page with holiday ring offers.

Toronto Tiichard War Proviters Astie Connors United States Port Calhornp Montreal

Eastern Democrats to Back Republican Financial Bill

New York dispatch reports that several Eastern Democrats will support the Republican financial measure. It states that MaIlerr of Pennsylvania and Shayer of Massachusetts, both Democrats, are expected to vote for the bill.

New York Washington Utte MaAlerr Pennsylvania Shayer Massachuseux

Two Black men fatally shot in Washington streets

In a quarrel between William Shimnp and a White man, two Black men were wounded and died after being shot near Seventh Street and H Street. The incident happened during a dispute over a Walter Ether. Medical aid arrived too late.

Washington Pee Willian Shimnp Bernm

Fraud Insurance Case Summary Incoherent OCR Notes

An unreadable fragment references a fraud insurance case with names Chehgo Thee and Judge Tinker, mentions a corpee ors tote extsuted and O'Grady youth rights, a $5000 incuraree, and Milwauken, Milwaukee related military salitiers. The text is garbled with many misspellings and unclear details.

Chehgo Tinker Corpee Bette Finbert O'Grady Salitiers Milwauken

Senate and House in brief session report

Fragmented late 1920s style Washington dispatch notes a short Senate session with Meafillan's inquiry on weathered river canal blockages and a plan to appoint a commission of jurists. House proceedings cover centennial planning for government building and currency debate resumes with Speaker Hell. Also brief local notices advertise a candy pillow sale and Bennett’s Book Store promotions.

Washington Dev Penstom Senate Sénate ASHE Prt District of Dames Erste Anwin Hell Colorado Bennett's Book Store Kuness Ave Eaporium Ki Avenue Pridiy End Sr. Bennetts Book Store Kansans Ave

Topeka Health Board Orders Vaccination Crackdown

Physicians split over a mysterious illness described as Cuban chickenpox, with Topeka health officials insisting on mandatory smallpox vaccination for unvaccinated residents within ten days. The City Board of Health cites Ordinance 1627 and authorizes city physicians to vaccinate at public expense for those unable to pay, amid quarantine measures and debates among doctors about the disease’s true nature.

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Disease Outbreak Described As Mild Smallpox Variant

A local medical consensus notes vaccination does not guarantee immunity and reports mild smallpox cases spreading statewide. Doctors warn the illness is not confined to one area and similar outbreaks are seen across the United States with a few severe instances noted in Maple Hill.

United States

Insurance firms urged to pay Hillroon claims

United States Marshal Sterne said insurers back in Chi cast decided to pay the Hillroon claims, a move he calls a mistake. Geo Barker, attorney for the companies, arrived in Topeka and ordered stenographer Netley to prepare an evidence transcript for appeal. No instructions about the evidence had been given until today, suggesting the payment would proceed.

United States W. E. Sterne Hillroon Geo. W. Barker Topeka Stenograyher van Netley United States Court of Appeals

Prohibition Blow Delays City Ordinance Ruling

Judge Pickler voids Lebanon city council ordinance imposing police restraint and fines up to 2500 as beyond municipal power. Frank Poet, a joint owner, faced nuisance charges with $150 fine. court discharged him. Expect possible amendment by Lebanon officials.

State Temperance Union Smith Center Beett Pickler Lebanon Temperrer Unin Whit Janeinych Citter Orimines Wegal Piikier Frank Poet Maine

Johnny Waters Case at Probate Court Involves Reform School Debate

Fragmented report describes Johnny Waters and others facing larceny charges with probate court hearing. Judge Dolman considers reform school transfer only after conviction or parental consent, while counsel notes procedural limits on convicting a minor. Excerpt from Youth's Companion features postal journey reflections by James A. Gary.

Clurora Music Joan Hicks Steniine Hiveksaty Colp Dolman State Reform School John Waters Ie Coarte Mwbate

Pisgree Calls Extra Session On Tax Equalization

Detroit December 11 Governor Pisgree announces a call for an extra session of the legislature to convene December 11 to consider amendments to the Constitution enabling laws for the equal taxation of all property at its cash value. The order aims to allow enactment of laws to implement uniform property taxation.

Pisgree

Special session call on railway tax and equalization plan

The message notes the last legislature passed the Atchison railway taxation bill, the state supreme court struck it as unconstitutional, and says a constitutional amendment is needed before laws can enact equal taxation of all property.

Atchison Railway Ihe State Supreme Court

Snow and temperature fall across Kansas and near regions

Snow and temperature drops spread from New Mexico to southern Colorado this morning and drift east. Santa Fe reports show four to six inches of snow in the mountains between Trinidad, New Mexico and Las Vegas. Kansas and northern Oklahoma see lighter snowfall as the storm advances.

Kansas Oklahoma Colorado New Mexico Santa Pr Trinidad Cal Las Vegas

Eton Chronicle Wonders About Handwriting Woes

An exploration of Eton students’ penmanship citing poor calligraphy as a lifelong trait. The piece suggests causes from neglect to exam impositions and even the role of the writing tutor, ending with a quip on handwriting’s charm if deciphering is not required.

London News Eton Collage Chronicle Eton Sue Wolfe Quebec Rome Ceri Fubern Guid Onipos

Irish Superstitions Told In Anishkes Folklore Tale

A Backwoods Magazine piece recounts an Irish superstition about the Ne-ogue, a stone linked to weather and luck. A priest allegedly shattered the relic, provoking vengeance and a violent response from islanders toward a scientist who publicized the legend. The text mixes folklore with village life, mentioning tides, nesting birds, and local beliefs tied to place names and a seaside landscape.

Backwood Anishkes Inishken Inishkus Paranten Astertainiy Inishkex Tros Cess Troy

Seven Arrested In Joint Raids On North Topeka Alleys

Seven men were arrested in raids on North Topeka saloons including 611 North Kansas Avenue and 615 North Karfax Avenue and near Adams House. Officers found liquor, beer pumps, and bottles. a colored man named J. B. Wiley was located at East Seventh Street Riley's place. The proprietor moved goods before the raid and an identified raiding helper nicknamed Johnny on the spot aided the operation.

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Bynum Named General Appraiser and Other Nominations

Washington dispatch reports President nominates Wm O D Bynum Indiana to be general appraiser of merchandise. Wit R Hoey Indiana named collector of customs for the district of Arizona. Major George W H Stoueh Colorado to be agent for Cheyenne and Arapaho Indians in Oklahoma. Unclear notes on baby popularity contest at Mrs Elder's Millinery, Popekafall.

Washington Senate Treasury Bynum Indiana Wit R. Hoey Dispret Arizona Enterior George W. H. Stoueh Colorado Oklahoma

Holiday Rates via The Rock Island Route Tickets On Sale

Holiday travel rate notice announces ticket sales from December 28 to 25 via December 20 to January 1st with mail limit January and 1900. Rock Island agents provide full information and guidance.

Rock Island

Market Report From Chicago Wheat and Corn Trading

Chicago market notes show May wheat opening mixed with slight gains on Argentine crop chatter and weather fears. Corn and oats traded with quiet demand while provisions stayed steady as buyers pursued small gains and farmers watched receipts and futures activity.

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Kansas Cup Receipts and Dairy Notes

Receipts show May 33,009.00 for Wheat Cara and dairy related entries. Nook, Dee Se, and Ng 2 mand eo 2 white Mie are referenced alongside BOE Ree re and May ustimothy totals.

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Kansas City Livestock Market Mixed Activity Notes

Market notes from Topeka and Kansas City report varied activity across commodities. Sugar, cotton, grain and hay mention steady or mixed pricing, with references to New York Money Market and European exchanges influencing demand. weather outlook noted.

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