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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 13, 1900

Page

6

Grimes Pushes Plan for State Depositories Across Kansas

State Treasurer F E Grimes urges legislature to authorize state banks as depositories in multiple districts, outside Topeka, with safeguards for public funds. He favors ending mileage and deputy payments to county treasurers, shifting remittances to banks, and creating state oversight to protect funds while expanding depositary access.

F. E Grimes Garnes Banas Topeka Treaeurer Menniil willie—Tows Kunfawetas Bern Larme Goharge

Deposition fragment recalls Avondale and Chattanooga figures

A partially legible deposition discusses Avondale Tennessee, early watchmen in Chattanooga, and figures like Mat­ tie Schutte and Mr Sells. Witnesses describe street scenes, a 1888 shooting, and sightings on CHIME street near King, with mentions of Seouerety parties and a show crowd.

Hagerty Wittun Mangerie UK Avondale Tennessee Chattanooga Chattanoogs Southern & Tiel Gag Chattanoope Mattie Schutte Allery Seouerety Chime Street King Peter Sells Iowa Sofie John Easl Wit- Spene

Peace Talks Near as European Powers Align

A Vienna dispatch reports that all European ministers in Pekin have received final instructions to begin peace negotiations immediately. The article states that the American policy has achieved greater success than expected and notes the powers form a triple alliance, urging ministers to minimize formalities to speed the peace settlement.

New York Vienna Neus Weiner Tageblatt Pekin Triple Alliance

Behind the Bar. Kempton a Painfully Persistent Jotntist

Kempton, arrested for selling liquor, was discharged by a magistrate due to insufficient evidence. He was later arrested at his home on East Sixth Avenue by Chief Stahl and Officer Percy. A small stash of beer and whiskey was found. He posted bond and was released. Trial set for December 11.

Kempton Odes Maran East Sixth Avenue Chief Stahl Ofer Percy Syasia

Martindale Case Continued to April Term in Federal Court

The case against William Martindale of Pompeane Street related to the failure of the St National Bank of Exports has been continued to the April term of the Federal court to allow prosecution. It is understood the case may be dropped.

William ‘Martin Chaie Pompeceane

Dramatic events staged for charity at Grand theater

Arixing program features Alice In Wonderland with costly costumes and magic effects presented for Columbia council Hatchie and Ladies of Security by 250 city children in Superville and Leonard's staging. Also Whitney Quo Vadis slated for Crawfordton production. Copenhagen reports a missing Arctic explorer and a Goth residence of Professor Andree's brother.

Grand Columbia Countil, Hatchie and Ladies of Security Msnone Leonard Condona Brags New York Whitney Crawford Tonlebt Andrea Copenhagen Andree North Pole Goth

Botha Defiant Still Doing Business In Regular Way

A Amsterdam dispatch reports Gen. Louis Botha maintains government functions while a new leader, Vice President Schalk Burger, is sworn in. The Orange Free State council says leave of absence granted to the state president to Europe, blood of the dead urged, and the struggle to liberty continues with burghers warned against enemy propaganda. De Wet’s maneuvers in the Transvaal story notes his elusive retreat and Fox-like tactics as British forces press pursuit under Knox and French. Milner named administrator of the Orange Free State and Transvaal. Canadian troops dispatched. wounded imperial troops to be repatriated.

New York Amsterdam Luis Botha Orange Free State Europe Uey Schalkburger Lucas Meyer Barne Roberts Helena Devion Berlin Hamburg Friends of the Boers Count von Busiow Transvaal DE Wet Tribune London Fox Redderabure Rouxville Wepener Knox Caisdon Smithfield DeWet Redderebure Kitchener Steyn French Jo Ranneshurst Robert Reed Hrogerick Milner Cape Town Dic Alfred Milnar Orance River Long South Australia Imperial Bacmen South Africa Howe Roslyn Castle

Monument to Jennie Wade at Gettysburg

Gettysburg Pa December 13 the women's relief corps plans a monument honoring Jennie Wade the only woman killed at Gettysburg. The monument will be erected by spring and dedicated July 10 the 38th anniversary of the battle. In Topeka a lecture on liquid air with experiments will be held December 18 at the high school. Single tickets 50 cents season tickets 1.50 for the lecture and five remaining numbers.

Jennie Wade Gettysburg Women’s Relief “Corps Battle of Topeka

Chronic Rheumatism Cured by Deccou's Minutiae Healings

Dr HB Hettinger of Indianapolis reports recovery from chronic rheumatism after using Deccou's minutiae. The testimonial from a Topeka reader praises the treatment, noting rapid relief and renewed health. An unrelated line mentions a New York Stock Exchange membership worth $47,500.

HB. Hettinger Indianapolis Ind Borsey Jaontin Chally Deccou Swift & Holiday St Kanees Avenue Topeka New York New York Stock Exchange Jonn McCul

Dolphin Arrives

Fragmentary OCR notes show a dolphin arrival mention connected to an arbitration bill that became law in Colorado, with brief reference to execution of legal action and ensuing difficulties.

Colorado

Dolphin’s Burning Trick Ends In Office Fire

M N Dolphin head of the O T ran Saffordville station midway between Brporla and Strong City. He pacified loafers by an arson ploy placing a lit match under a sleeping man’s coat. The coat ignited and waste papers quickly caught. A blaze erupted inside the office before efforts subdued the flames. Dolphin was soon afterward dismissed from the organization.

M. NM Dolphin Bat Fordville Brporla Strong City Poet of Honor Emporia Saffordville

Pueblo Trades Assembly Backs Telegraphers Strike

In Pueblo Colorado on December 12 trains on the Santa Fe pass through three districts with little change. The Order of Conductors met and considered a report from a trainmen's meeting but took no action. The local trades assembly adopted resolutions endorsing the telegraphers strike and vowed moral and financial support while denouncing the railroad.

Pueblo Trades Assembly Pueblo Colo

Firemen Not Associated With Strike Declared By National Chief

In Galveston Texas National Chief Sargent and FW Arnold of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen distributed relief funds to sufferers yesterday and stated the telegraphers strike has no connection with their group. Sargent said he had no meetings planned with OTNT President Doelphin and no engagement to discuss the strike.

National Sargent Galveston Tex F. P. Sargent FW. Arnold Brotherhood of Laccotative Firemen Messrs Sargent Ad Arnold North Texas Doelphin OTNT

County Doctors Sue Over Cut Bills by Commissioners

Five physicians Hogeboom Donnell McDonnell Martin Buckmaster plan to sue the county for full payment after commissioners repeatedly cut their bills in half or more. Doctors say postmortem exams and chemical analyses were among services shortened in value and accuse officials of denying medical care to the poor. They vow to pursue legal action to recover full invoices.

Hogeboom Donnell McDonnell Martin Buekmutater Wold Connell Buckmaster McConnell

Germany’s Purchase of the Caroline Islands Tale

A narrative recounts a fictional account of Germany acquiring the Caroline Islands from a local leader. The tale centers on a man guiding a descent into a treacherous landscape, describing islands with mountains and reefs. The narrator frames the event as entertaining yet implausible history.

Healy Ignores Question in Commons Debate

London reports a wide held discussion in the House of Commons during question time. Mr Chamberlain announced Britain plans to pursue cheaper postage with the United States, while Washington showed no readiness to engage. Canada’s exclusion from most favored nation status by Germany drew regret from the foreign office, yet no remedy exists without a British German treaty. Former financial secretary Powel William stated 453460 horses and mules had been sent to South Africa. Healy’s query on the count received no answer.

William London House of Commons Chamberlain Britain United States Washington Korne Foreign Office Canada Germany Great Britain Powel Wiliam South Africa Timothy Healy

Waltz King May Come to Topeka Opera Attraction

A Topeka contract signed for the famous Strauss orchestra to perform January 16 if the Auditorium is secured. Edward Strauss, father of the group, known as the Waltz King, hails from Vienna and is highly regarded in American music. The western leg reaches Kansas City mid January at Convention Hall. Strauss does not perform opera. The engagement is anticipated as Topeka’s season’s most meritorious attraction.

Topeka Straves America Edward Strauss Vienna Kansas City Stra

Hitt Declares Senate Candidacy from Illinois

Washington December 12 Representative Hitt of Illinois formally announced his bid for the United States Senate. He sent telegrams to supporters in Illinois and to the state legislature seeking backing and expressing appreciation for the encouragement received.

Washington Hitt Ofllinois United States Senate

Judges to Organize Probate Court Meeting

Judges of the probate courts across the state plan a December 23 gathering at the city court house to form an association. Judge Dolman of Shawnee county and Judge Hoch of Alien county lead efforts to discuss legislation affecting probate work. many judges expected to attend.

Court House Dolman Shawnee County State Court Hoch Alien County Probate Court

Safe Side Mystery Keeps City In Spin

James Sullivan, a seven year old accused with vagrancy, faces police scrutiny after a claimed stolen hog incident. Authorities say Sullivan denied intent to steal and says a prior penitentiary term is punishment enough. Investigators followed leads to a packing house where items were allegedly found.

James Sullivan Valtes Ivan T Sullivan Wulft Bee Suilivag Cive Jorden

State vs Wilson and George Ater in cattle theft case

District court considers a mortgage connected case as Wilson and George Ater face charges for allegedly curing 15000 cattle not belonging to them. JH VanOrsdale files complaint and testifies while a torn viaduct dispute in the city arises.

State Va Wilson George Ater

Warrant Issued For Pete Watson On Assault Charge

A warrant is issued for Pete Watson accused of assaulting his former wife who had obtained a divorce months earlier. He allegedly followed her from the house where she works to her home and beat her. Police referred the matter to the county attorney. the case will be heard in county court.

Harper's Wookie Germany United Stat - Tria Caroline Bedas Pete Watson Watne Wateon Devin Roe Unsity

Fodays Market Report Missing Clear Details

Local market column contains scattered fragments about prices oils and foods with numerous garbled phrases. Readable entities include May references and a Liverpool mention, but the text lacks coherent actions, dates, or outcomes to summarize a distinct event or result.

Fragmentary From the First Four and a Forgotten Case

Fragmented lines describe a protested sequence involving Carn and decttined figures, a wigs reference, and a late 19th century style courtroom tone. Mentions Seaive and Mactan Petit Fenser as contrasting notes, with a dated ledger including 9120 and a Gary lard reference.

Suez Tino

Chicago Live Stock Market Cattle Receipts Steady

Chicago market notes cattle receipts around five thousand with steady tone. Texas grass steers and hogs appear mixed while wheat and hay prices show activity at Topeka and Kansas City areas. overall market reporting indicates steadier prices and cautious trading across staples.

Chicago Abn Elektra

Unclear OCR Fragment Shares Notes on Prices and People

Fragmentary OCR text references various names places and prices but lacks coherent events or complete facts. It hints at markets or stock prices and mentions individuals such as Wheat and Liverpauth with scattered town and group references. The readable content is insufficient for a solid news item.

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