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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 16, 1898

Page

3

Trades Excursion to Topeka Promises Busy Day

A lengthy account describes Emporia travelers on a Santa Fe trip to Topeka with 46 passengers in one car. Conductor McCaudeidge and Engineer Byron Ghent led the train while H. A. Tice assisted onboard. Passengers read the Journal during the journey and shopped at various stops including Osage City and Burlington. The event drew Mayors and merchants alike, with many excursionists listed by name. A year’s comparison is noted, detailing turnout and activities.

Tonks Emporia Santa Fe Emporks Sudela 2 McCaudeidge Byron Ghent Rotun-Al Amporia State Journal Topeka Ettat Hwever Towan Osage City Burlingeme Bermnton Carbonodale Kur Fa Kar Emperia FE W Patterson, Gray FL. Jones G Balbo Aene Sills Birch Miss Bertha Birch Farce Veultt Mies Punch Chas Ak Mee Edward Barton Anna Sanae H Geo L. Dicks J. D. George Mice May Grif Tithe Mattie Samples Ira Clemno Roy Ayres T. J. Johnson

Smallpox scare narrows in Dickinson county area

Abie Kansas December 16 F L Camey reports a smallpox scare easing after seeking vaccine points. He cites sixteen cases in a nearby community near Dickinson County’s southern border. Precautions aim to confine disease to infected localities and keep it from this county.

Dickinson County Abie Kan F. L. Camey Dickinson

Senate committee weighs bribery charge against Senator Hanna

Washington December 16 at a meeting of the senate committee on privileges and elections the charge of bribery against Senator Hanna from the Ohio state senate in connection with his election to his present force of office was discussed and referred to a sub committee Consisting of Senators Hoar Spooner and Turley The committee will investigate and practically decide how far it is necessary to go into the matter The charges were filed during the last session of congress and have not been pressed by their authors.

Washington Senate Committee On Privileges Hanna Oho State Senate Hoar Spooner Turley Tuskegee Hooker T. Washington Legislative Department State of Alabama Congress of the United States South Pups Victoria

Contested Samoa Throne Prompts Chief Justice Appeal

News from Apia reports clashes of power in Samoa as native factions rally around Mataafa and opposition leaders dispute the election. British and German warships demonstrate to protect white residents, while Chief Justice reviews protests to decide the vacant throne.

Apia Samoa San Franchon Muliqua Matavtu Buzzard H. M.S. Porpoise T Tat Mataafa Wish Tammsafe

No Extradition Treaty With Mexico Nearing Expiration

Washington December 16 Without an unexpected event the United States and Mexico will lack an extradition treaty as the next month begins The collapse stems from Mexico denouncing the existing pact after the United States refused to extradite certain Mexicans accused of political offenses Guerra's case linked to raids on the New Mexico border inflamed tensions as United States minister Garza seeks a new accord amid disputed political versus revolutionary grounds Strongly placed Mexico concerns threaten cross border crime cooperation and legal guarantees depending on upcoming talks

Washington United States Mexico Guerra New Mexico Garza Aston

Riddle Endorses Special Session For Populist Goals

Taylor Riddle, Populist chairman, shifts from opposition to strong support for a forthcoming state legislative special session. He claims the session will deliver rail relief for farmers, end local discrimination, and fulfill pledges of the Bryan era. He praises Governor Leady and forecasts broad public approval once laws are enacted.

Taylor Riddle Kankis Hinee T Leady Legislative Halla Leedy Willam J. Bryan Leedys

Ellison to Compete for Knickerbocker Club

Chirago and Chicago amateur Dilliardist Clem Hilmon join Ellison as participants in the Knickerbocker club tournament. Chicago Athletic Club covers Ellison's expenses, with W. P. Massey promising to resume funding to ensure Ellison's participation.

Chirago Clem & Hilmon Knickerbocker Club New York Chicago Athletic Club Ellison Om W. P. Massey Unis City

Despoiler of His Home near Carthage Wounds Man

John D. McCreilis a retired Carthage businessman shot and mortally wounded W. J. Guilian at Guilian’s home. McCreilis claims Guilian ruined his home. He surrendered and was released on a binding bond.

St. Louis Carthage John D. McCreilis W. J. Guilian Gufillan McCreilis Liie McCretis

Tuskegee visit highlights Tuskegee Institute progress

President arrives at Tuskegee Alabama and speaks on the progress and purpose of the Tuskegee normal and industrial Institute founded by Booker T. Washington. He praises the institution’s growth, self-reliance, and role in educating African Americans, noting its broad support and national significance.

Tuskegee Institute address extols opportunity and self discipline

The speaker praises Tuskegee Institute and Hampton Institute as engines of good citizenship and opportunity. He argues integrity and industry unlock every person’s potential, noting education, self control, and hard work lead to success, better homes, and respect, urging students to pursue advancement for themselves and the nation.

Hampton Institute Virginia Tuskegee Institute United States Grand Jury Railroad Corporation Chiree Tritoni

Market Report from Chicago Wheat Corn and Hog Prices

The Associated Press report from Chicago on December 16 describes Wheat opening steady with slight advances amid mixed trade. Corn shows fair activity, aided by expectations of clearer weather. The livestock section notes hogs and other prices, with receipts and futures moving unevenly as markets react to global factors and domestic demand.

Associated Press State Journal Chicago Liverpool Siditeher London Huenos Ayres Janene Gite Siewna Grac Settee Bo Hl Bio Maylard Smn Deat Mayline Techikher As Sa Dlaate Slec Ste

All These Will Make Substantial and Appreciative Presents

A brief note notes that these efforts will yield substantial and appreciative gifts or offerings. The line hints at generosity and positive reception without naming recipients or events.

The Star Grocery Advertises Wholesale Goods and Fresh Produce

The Star Grocery offers wholesale and retail groceries at 13 East Sixth Street Telephone 252. The ad lists canned fruits vegetables and commodities including California peaches pears apricots green gages string beans and raspberries plus dried fruits figs and prunes. It highlights fresh meats low flour prices and a Queensware department with 100 patterns and Haviland china including a 100 piece decorated dinner set.

the Star Grocery J S. Wale Ioy i East Sixth Street California Queensware Haviland

Market Gossip From Topeka Livestock Market

Market reports from Topeka Kansas detail receipts and cattle prices for hogs cattle and feeders. Native steers Texas steers cows and heifers are listed with sale notes and average prices. Wheat corn oats and car loads are reported with regional receipts and movements from Minneapolis Duluth and Chicago exchanges.

Kansas City Livestock Market Kansas City Texas Kita Tully Doe Uckers Ees Tae R Wekers Amicus It Na Saison York Market Stron Wickham Commies Co Mit Bat Filth Topeka Kan Northwestern Minneapolte Duluth Minneapolie Petone Tendy Ecellets Etica Rensasity Jean Omati LTO Chicago

Kansas City Produce Market Report Confusing Wheat Prices

A garbled market note from Kansas City lists wheat items and various codes such as high WHEAT and Mah No. 2 Hilge Ease say. It mentions casks, sacks, and dozens of units with unclear pricing and lots of abbreviations, reflecting a partial OCR read of a produce price sheet.

Kansas City Dalry

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