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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 13, 1900

Page

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Dolphin Arrives and Topeka Talks Strike Stand

In Topeka head of striking telegraphers discusses the strike from the men’s view. The Texas situation shows the railroad ignored grievances, while President Ripley insists strikers will win. Dolphin arrives and declares arbitration unlikely. reports say accessions to strikers continue as leadership weighs next moves amid Gulf, Santa Fe, and Colorado notices.

Whit Ripley Raota Fe Vallrail Eyaterm M. M. Exiphin Order of Faillway Teleeraphers Dolphin Telegraphera Topeka Hefat & Ofeliets Pearse Galveston Pesident Delitta Santa Fe Delphis State Journal Colorado Kagsee Texas Armitrat Genocel van Wieck Rafiruad Isan Wien Carney Inci T Ie Winans Feliger Owhee Muattena Porphin Aldace PL Walker The Beard Saint Pirthest P. E. Cushman Needien Adidpetchete Monsarette Wires Company Tryfms Denvie Thomas Capitol Wingth Uke Basta S Poselte Francis Carneyx Provident Garman State Federation of Talbot Tatesfaphers Adames Betel State Senate

Morrison murder trial jury sent to bed for night

At Dorado Kansas on December 14 Judge Shing sent the Morrison murder jury to a hotel for the night amid rumors of disagreement. Foreman Alexander Hewitt and jurors remain split likely two for acquittal, ten for conviction. Dorado residents and Miss Morrison’s counsel express guarded optimism for a later verdict as expenses accumulate and the case faces possible rehearing.

Dorado-Kan Des O'Cloris Shing Morrison Pstlift John Gregory Belus Alice Morrison Redden Miss Morrison Et Doraite Alexander Hewitt Joseph Nichols William Shanock, Jr Albert Litzkie H.g.ligcett J. L. Stewart A. Grant B. Palmer J. M. Helms Mattis Osburn Kind Watt Sytire J. Morrison Schooin Josyle Fred Jessie Morrion Jana Her Colling Morbo Collin Callias Perhaye Nejsaner Coline Fadey Can Mates Jaye Winch Deinas Greart

Miss Morrison Hox of Flowers to Friends in Topeka

Kansas City dispatch notes a social note as Miss Morrison Hox plans sending flowers and exchanging greetings in Topeka. The item indicates a dull routine social scene with personal connections highlighted in the city.

Miss Morrison Kansas City

Morrison murder case enters third day of deliberations

At 3 40 this morning the jury began third day of deliberations in the Jeasta Morrison murder case. Counsel Redden predicted an unlikely verdict. The prisoner’s brother, a teacher, returned home hopeful, while Miss Morrison herself remained resigned awaiting a verdict as sympathy letters arrived from Topeka.

Esperado Kisn Jeasta Morrison Tein Topeka

Two Train Wrecks Kill and Injure in Midwest and Montana

Two wrecks reported, Burlington Indiana fast mail No 16 derailed west of Kiskwoul injuring crew, three killed near Brockton Montana on Northern Pacific Westbound. Fireman Shannon and others hurt. mail cars burned. delays on main line. In Brockton a break in a truck caused derailment as the engine passed. Mrs Watson, her mother, and a Russian child died. others injured but to recover.

Burlington Dee Chicago Burlidginn & Quincey Railway Chicago Kiskwoul Shannon Samuel Dove Oquawka Keithsburg Helena Mont Brockton Havre Watson Saurnell

Relic Hunters Plymouth Rock Canopy Vandalized

Plymouth Massachusetts December 14 vandals defaced the Plymouth Rock canopy. The granite canopy structure is 15 by 20 feet with a roof. stones near the western entrance are bruised and some sections removed. Marks and letters are found on the base and roof area. police seek the vandals to aid repairs possibly requiring rebuilding of the canopy.

Plymouth Maze Plymouth Rock Waal Bese

Kept Secret 14 Years in Murder on Farm

Aveta, a Stormville farmer, killed farm hand Charles Brower and hid the body in a well. The case, tried at Poughkeepsie, centers on motive alleged to involve Brower's relation to Effie Briggs and the motive to prevent marriage. Prosecutors questioned the claimed self defense while presenting evidence of Brower's death and disposal of the body.

Aveta Stormville Charles Brower Tim Isi Tribho Poughkeepsie Auson Brewer Brower Austin Effie Briggs

Dauntless Rowing Club to England for Henley Regatta

New York reports the Dauntless Rowing Club will send its senior eight oared crew to England to compete in Henley in 1902. The crew, having won across junior, intermediate, and senior levels, is trained to contend for the national championship in the 1901 season and plans a final training year before Henley. Also noted is the Kansas National Guard Company D mustering in with four company members in Chanute with officers and a formal banquet afterward.

England New York Dauntless Rowing Club Chana Kansas National Guards Gol. Witter Ato All Lawrence Heer Ralph A. Licht Halle CalesNintleo Tekadit Eva Griffett

President Zelaya Aids U S in Nicaraguan Canal Effort

The Herald correspondent reports President Zelaya reiterates no obstruction to the canal project. He vows to offer every possible aid to the United States in advancing the construction of the Nicaragua canal.

New York the Herald Manas Nivanezua Zelaya United States

Wanther Indications in Chicago and West Amid Tonight's Warmer Forecast

Forecast indicates warmer conditions in the West portion tonight with south easterly winds. The forecast mentions Ken sas and Deti-Forecist as part of the local weather briefing and notes mild expectations for nearby regions.

Chicago

Hanna’s Plea for Ship Subsidy Bill Debate

Washington reports on December 15 describe Senate proceedings with Henry M. Hanna of Ohio urging the ship subsidy bill. He defends motives as national policy and outlines shipbuilding growth on the Great Lakes while addressing critics. The session also covers executive actions on the Hay-Paunceote treaty and House actions on holiday recess and revenue reduction measures.

Washington Senate Hank Ohio Uithr Tom Frye Pairbanks Ind House District of Columbia Hanna Clay Tanne Marine Committee Committee On Commerce Haring Great Lakes Mscanaba Excanaba Cleveland Congress Hanns Hanes Yest Vesta Payne MrClellan Nmyo Ass End Means Committee

Senator Money Seeks Open Talks to Abrogate Clayton Bulwer Treaty

Senator Money offers a resolution proposing the president request negotiations with Great Britain to abrogate the Clayton Bulwer treaty by diplomatic action. The measure urges opening conversations via an ambassador to discuss the treaty’s termination and related arrangements.

Money Clayton-Bulwer Washinston Des United States Great Hiitulo

Kempton Case: Judge Sagan Rules On Goods Seizure

Judge Sagan delivered a decision in the Kempton case amid city officials and scientists. He ruled the seized beer and whisky could not be destroyed, and the city had not proven the charges of specific sales. The hearing will continue on related questions about the possession and disposal of the goods.

Sagan Kempton Ker Ton Ton Havetot Stahl Thin Garth Maran Kemptein

Bryan Says No Declines to Seek Senate Seat

St Louis Dec 12 William Jennings Bryan replies to a query from a Nebraska Post-Dispatch correspondent denying any plan to run for the United States Senate or accept a mint of a minor status. He states there is no truth to reports of other plans.

St Louis Willkm Jenninga Bryan Tincein Neb Post-Dispatch United States

Treaty With Britain Amending Extradition Agreement

A treaty between the United States and Great Britain amends the existing extradition accord. It aims to correct imperfections and clarifies crimes extraditable, notably extending to money obtained under false pretenses and the omission of principal offenses. The changes do not alter core principles of the prior treaty.

Washington United States Great Britain Lemantte Pravent

National League Magnates Promise Fair Treatment of Players

New York December 12 The National League owners met at Fifth Avenue to discuss players demands. Boston representatives Abell Hanlon and Ebble. Brooklyn’s M EbttS. New York’s Fred Knowles. Philadelphia’s A Reach and Rogers. Chicago’s Bruich. Cincinnati’s Robinson. They pledged a fair decision soon and said all threats by owners have been discussed and understood.

New York National League Baseball Fifth Avenue Were H- Soteh W. Hy Conant J. J. Billingh Boston Abell Edward Hanlon M Ebbtts Brooklyn Fred Knowles Johners A J.reach Philadelphia James A. Hart John T. Bruich Clocimmatt Frank de Haas Robinson Sheburs John L Rogers

Trial at Legtad Court on Saturday

Police court session for Al xuysny and associates set for February, nine men in the room during raid. Warrant tied to arrests made about a month earlier. defense argues evidence illegally obtained and may be excluded.

Cies al Xuysny Legtad Erin

Williams' ordeal after medical operation

Popular attorney A. L. Wilkins, former attorney general of the state, underwent an operation performed by Dr. McClintock. Reported to be in delivery after surgery. The procedure removed an affected jaw portion.

A. L. Wilkins Union Pacific State of Kenwks Williame McClintock Hie

Missing Fish Schooner Out of Gloucester in Gales

A Gloucester mass schooner with twelve crew and five deckhands is presumed lost after a fierce gale in the north Atlantic. The ship, manned by Captain Alexander Master of Port Finstings, was en route with provisions for nine weeks. Survivors include eighteen children and two other families, while the Wisconsin State Grange debates good roads and canal funding.

Gloucester Mass Ishermen North Atlantic Tai Westeen Banka Alexander Master Port Finstings

Four Board Members Reelected and Major Ratifications Passed

Four directors whose terms expired were reelected at the Alohisan, Topeka & Santa Pyjew meeting held at the general offices today at noon. The stockholders approved ratification of the purchase and franchising of the San Joaquin Valley and Santa Fe Pacific lines, concentrating control in the San Francisco and San Joaquin Valley Railway Company and approving asset transfers to the company.

Alohisan, Topeka & Tanta Py Jew Amd Pera Wits Edward J. Lenwind New York JL Hanes Hayes Grovree A. Rickers Theta Amtrew Jober Wiehta Ganta Ve'e Consatidarioe Cheteneral Drake Wath Fey Fe Tet Corporation Han Jonguin Valley Santa Fe Cote Ted Cbs Comnemy Wau Tairoad San Prancecy Ann Josquin Valley Rania Fr Martho Haliroad Company Iscreaei Pou California

Fragmentary Dispatch Outlines Perry Era Movement Plot

A garbled OCR style fragment discusses Perry era events and a plotting scheme. The readable words reference Commodore Perry, a committee, and a projected dramatic action, but details are unclear. The text hints at tensions and international figures, with disrupted place names and dates.

Yokshama Nova Victoria Commodore Perry Tefitetilel Committee

Hidden Chinese Treasure Search Reported Near Coronel Tullock

A military unit conducts search operations twenty miles northwest of Coronel Tullock after reports of buried gold. The force orders detachment of additional personnel to aid in locating hidden chests and valuables linked to a rumored treasure. The incident prompts a formal inquiry into the origins of the claim and the efficiency of the reconnaissance effort.

Sritiah Petin Dee Isa Bbrlinkt

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