Topeka State Journal notes on local theatre and transit
The Topeka State Journal reports on theatre changes including Lewis Morrison's Faust in town and a notice about his role in the production. It also cites a Supreme Court decision on railroad and express regulation, plus editorials about national conventions and currency, with local commentary on newspaper coverage and a misprint in a review.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Topeks
Aurtam
Lexie Morrison
Esme
Collum
Currency Inflation and Gold as Commodity Sparks Debate
The Commercial prints a statement that currency inflation, not speculation or trade, drives price increases as mint officials note a global gold supply expansion. It argues higher prices stem from monetary inflation, with little chance of decline until new conditions alter demand or production, while noting mixed press views on money’s impact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prittune
United States
Higher Rail Rates Spark Shipper Alarm Across Lines
A battered OCR item details a planned rise in railroad charges by major trunk lines from New York to Chicago. The plan aims to curb forwarding costs with a broad rate hike, affecting many goods including sugar. Stakeholders organize efforts to block or mitigate the increases through commercial moves and schedule adjustments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ferom
Battaio Express
New York
Chicago
Railroads Push Higher Rates From New York to Chicago
The carriers plan a $150 carload hike for freight from New York to Chicago and raise coffers rates to 20 cents per 100 pounds from 25 cents. Rail men cite higher costs and equipment needs while claiming a better rate system. Critics say the plan aims to boost returns, with trunk lines leveraging harmony between New York Central, Pennsylvania, and other major routes to strengthen their grip on the Chicago to New York corridor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Chicago
New York Central
Pennsylvania
Atchison Globe Oddities and Local Gossip
In crudely phrased excerpts from the Atchison Globe, women are described in provocative terms and local quirks are noted. The column touches on social perceptions, a woman removing facial hair for profit, a resident named Mia Sarah Bo Wilkins boasting about corn, and remarks on fashion and modesty amid a city scene with weathered opinions and humorous judgments.
Pointed Paragraphs From The Chiengs News
Derab Walters carries everything but gossip and Blick eyes srem beautiful only when given by mature women who speak with a commanding tone. Some believe what they hear and doubt what they see. The repenter stamps slander with his own apology. It is easier to borrow money than repay it. Making others listen seems the only joy of the chronic dyspeptic. It is harsh to ask a small boy to work while a brass band passes. When a girl accuses another of vanity it tends to anger her. Sometimes a little humor from a dull man does much good. People do not care where the MEs go in winter but hope they go there in summer. Do not tease a wasp for its looks. An old bachelor says a woman seeking a husband arms herself with cunning and smokeless powder.
Bachelor Buttons from the New York Press
A satirical view on marriage portrays women seeking social status while men see marriage as a step to lower their own standing. The piece mocks gender roles and premarital expectations with witty, ironic lines about love and restraint.
Ex-National Bank Keeper Sought for Extradition to Russia
Washington declares a warrant for surrender of AP. Shutlen, gilas A. F Klutchin ski, once bookkeeper at the Witnwe National Bank, charged with larceny and false entries involving 12,900 titles. He fled to the United States, was arrested in Seattle, and sent to New York for extradition proceedings.
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Washington
Wimte Department
AP. Shutlen
Gilas A. F Klutchinski
Russia
Witnwe National Bank
United States
Seattle
Strehds
New York
Conway Springs rabbit hunt ends with 58 rabbits killed
In Conway Springs a town rabbit hunt split into two sides under captains Melhenny and Beal. The event saw 241 rabbits by Melhenny’s team and 267 by Beal’s, totaling 58 rabbits. a communal Christmas lunch followed, with guests and honorary members present.
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Conway Springs
Conway
H. A. Melhenny
TS. Beal
Melihenny
James Peetz
Charis Davia George Hasworth
Bert McNeagheen
EL. Cline
T. Plerwon
Richards
Grant Lane
Kansas
Aguinaldo
Peul
Bmonnenny
Leavenworth Sued Over On Dasnastes Accident
Mrs G Hesendal sues the city of Leavenworth in district court seeking 10 for injuries from a wagon accident at Spruce and Franklin streets. She says a broken harness caused the wagon to back and overturn, injuring her ankle and allegedly due to city negligence from a six week prior repair delay. Attorneys Rutherford and Mirtael represent her.
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Leavenworth
Mra G. Hesendal
Spruce and
Franklin
Wassanneanna
Hosendal
Rutherford and
Mirtael
Double Header Argument Death of Conductor Thornton
Texas, December 22. Conductor Thornton was killed instantly when Train No 96 split and stopped suddenly as it approached Thorn ton. Rear brakeman Kinney witnessed the accident which left Thornton with a fractured neck and mangled body. The fatality, the first on this Santa Fe division since 1897, is cited in rail workers debates over double heading and length of trains.
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Thornton
Eaw
Texas
Anikemaly Kinney
Paes
Santa Fe
Great Gain Case On Trial For Damages In Corn Shipment
W H Harris & Co of Kansas City sue Missouri Kansas Texas railway for 40000 dollars alleging loss from non delivery of a large corn shipment to Mexico. The case, in its second trial, claims damages of 45007 after congestion prevented border delivery to avoid tariff. The first trial awarded 42000 to the railroad.
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Mexico
Paola
W. H. Harris & Co
Kansas City Commission
Missouri, Kansas &Texas Railway
Tate
W. FH. Harris & Co
Brexman
Gard
Serosa
Mexican
Tari
Rominiquion
Nem-Douvery
Conresion Company
Rillroad
Deed Signed for Federal Building Site in Kansas City
Kansas City December 23 The deed to the property at the corner of Seventh Street and Minnesota Avenue for a federal building site was signed by Mr and Mrs Williams The government site choice was questioned by residents The moving of existing buildings on the third site will not start for two or three months
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Kansas City
Seventh Street
Minnesota Avenue
Kanne City
Willaims
Deed Signed After McMullan Reluctance Delays Ground Clearing
Government giv es builders time to clear the ground. Mrs McMullan refused to sign the deed over insufficient funds to move the structures. The deal nearly failed until W N Woodyard intervened and obtained Mrs McMullan’s signature to finalize the deed.
Resemblance Noted Between Letters and Defendant Writing
A witness testified to a remarkable likeness in pictorial effect between the Barnett and Cornish letters and the admitted writing of the defendant. The statement highlights perceived similarity in handwriting for court consideration.
Mount Mincis Mausoleum Plans Move Forward in Leavenworth
A meeting of Mount Mincis directors in Leavenworth approved fundraising efforts for a $10,000 mausoleum. William Wuiteluhter presented plans and the board saw renderings showing a 10 by 16 foot structure with marble caps. Construction is slated behind the main building and the foundation work is to be completed before final approvals.
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Leavenworth
Mount Mincis
William Wuiteluhter
Doard Bal
Crauods
Soli
Constrie Tina Ot
Santa Fe Wreck Near Lecompton Involving Passenger Train No 8
Eastbound passenger train No 8 struck the rear of westbound freight train No 38 at Lecompton about 4 20 am. Engineer Evan Thomas led to blame for miscalc distance to switch. No injuries. petroleum tank aboard the passenger train was damaged and freight was moved to the siding. The disabled engine was sent to Topeka shops for repairs.
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Charce
Evan Thomas
Lecompton
Leestupten
Potiuons
Topeka
Herm 50N Gone Merion County Woman Seeks Her Childs Whereabouts
Marion December 22 The mother of Jantzen of Hillsboro Kansas seeks news of her son who left home early December and bought a ticket to Topeka He is about 17 with dark hair blue eyes and a limp in the right hand He wears a black satchel a black suit a light brown suit and a brown overcoat He speaks English and German and has been missed since his departure causing distress. she hopes he will write to ease their worry.
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Merion County
Marion
Herman Jantzen
Hillsboro
Kan
Topeka
Hotel Men Meet in Salina for First National Association Session
Salina December 2 Kanahs Hotel Keepers association to hold inaugural meeting at National hotel. Organized for mutual protection and benefit of hotel proprietors, the group aims to unite owners in a formal body. Secretaries and officers will be chosen, with substantial business on agenda for members.
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Salina
Kanahs Hotel Keepers Association
Battn
Xutly
Asa
Five burg lars blow open bank safe with nitro at New Parts
In New Parts Indiana thieves forced entry into the private bank of Wm Sharp, used nitroglycerine to blow the safe, wrecked the door and windows, sparked gunfire as locals gathered. burglars escaped with no money recovered. Other items note manslaughter charges for a Lackawanna Express collision and business continuation for John P Laurie & Co with creditor oversight.
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Ind
Wm. Sharp
Hotel Keepers meet to discuss Kansas boniface alliance
Mr Charles I Wood secretary of the Hotel Keepers association of Kansas plans to attend a meeting in Salina tonight. The organization will convene Saturday and consider interstate presentation to include Nebraska Oklahoma and Missouri. Believed to benefit hotel keepers through a broader union.
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Charles I. Wood
Association of
Kanens Sill
Thas
Keegera Nevi
Experts at It Investigating Writing of Moineux Case
Experts from Chicago and New York examine forged writings and disguises in the Moineux case. Henry Tolman, a 13 year expert in counterfeit documents and diluted writings, testifies on the origins and methods used in the alleged fraud.
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New York
Gary
Henry L. Tolmat
Chicago
Tolman
United States Service
University of Vertsont
Trey Stone
Wpy
Sue Som
Santa Fe conductors seek wage advance after talks
The Santa Fe grievance committees of the Order of Railway Conductors and Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen met General Superintendent Mudge and vow to press their demands to President Hipley and VP Barr in Chicago. They seek about a 15 percent wage increase, arguing Santa Fe pays lower wages than other western roads. Mudge said a raise could be granted if wage comparisons justify it, but available schedules did not show a clear deficit. Committee members remain firm though not openly threatening, aiming to secure higher wages.
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Santa Fe
Order of Failway
Brotherhood of Ralfiesd
Mudee
Hipley
Barr
Chicago
Chacaza
Mudge
Battey Real Estate Sale Enjoined by Federal Court
An injunction from the federal court postpones the final sale of real estate turned over by William Martindale to Fr. T. Battey as trustee for creditors. Fort Harvey of Missouri seeks a restraint claiming loan details and security notes. Judge Hoole grants the order delaying the sale and directing a different procedure.
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William Martindale
Emporia
Fr. T. Battey
Bsewater Battey
Fort Harvey
Missouri
Battey
Martindale
Reisons
Harvey
Hoole
Farm affray and robbery on Sixth Avenue end
A. E. Secrest of sealani was robbed of 75 cents and a gold watch on Sixth Avenue Vindnet last night about 9. The watch was found this morning in a pawn shop. A colored woman named Mary Marshall tried to pawn it. she is known for prior robberies and is believed to be an accessory. Also: Big Dry Goods House assigns in New York, John St Conklin & Ben Brooklyn. John M. Conklin started the business last August. his son William married into the firm. No reasons or asset details released.
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A. E. Secrest
Sealani
Sixth Avenue
Mary Marshall
Ihe
Big Dry Goods
New York
John St Conklin
Marriage in Topeka at Theredo House
William D Snyder of Kansas City and Miss Ethel F Ryer of Denver wed this afternoon at 20 o'clock in Topeka. The bride came from Denver with her mother. The ceremony followed an appointment for marriage, with verification at 740 Kansas Avenue Bennett Book Store. Fire brigade responded to a blaze at 12 and 123 West Tenth Avenue, traced to yard tools left near a stove, causing minor damage to the house occupied by John SieLaughlin and family.
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Farried
Topeka
Wiliam D. Snyder
Kansas City
Ethel F. Ryer
Denver
Mariieg
Therodo
Jadee Dolman
John ‘SieLaughlin
New Orleans Arrives in Manila for Christmas Cards Sale
Two months out from New York a shipment arrived at Manila including Christmas cards calendars and new cities. Hennetta Hawk store at 7 Kansas avenue offers green stamps.
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Washington
Manila
New York
Hennetta Hawk
Kensas Avenue
Urgent Deficiency Bill Faces House Action Soon
Washington Dec. 22 The urgent deficiency appropriation bill is practically made up and will total about 51 million dollars. Items have been sent in by departments and are being compiled so committees can submit the bill to the House shortly after it assembles. War department requests total about 48.16 million and navy 3.14 million.
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Washington
War Department
Navy
Deaths and Funerals Aire 3 A Robbs Springfield Me
Aire 3 A Robbs of Springfield Me died this morning at the home of Mr and Mrs Purviance 115th street Short funeral services will be held at the house on Saturday morning at Noelock and Mrs Purviances with accompany to body in Springfield on the afternoon train Wallington Dew 28 The odd ull ing and the dormitories of the town dhdivent Were destroyed by fie today nie 1700 Thousand More Guid New York De 1%-Goliman ae Co will ain 700 00 in gwd by steamner tomorrow making the tuin 34975000
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Aire
A. Robbs
Springfeld
Mrr
Mra
Purvisnse
115Th Street
Oelock
Purviance
Wallington
Dew
Fie
Nie
New York
Goliman
Steamner
Mrs Lilian Le Snow Hosts Standby Night Services
Mrs Lilian Le Snow secured a hall near Central Nisthuriay bunk on Seventh Street for standay night services starting in December. She is a noted speaker among Ty Peko's circle and her return to regular work is welcomed. Children's books available at Bennett's Book Store 770 Kasnas Avenue with selection described.
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Lilian le Snow
Toekm Pest
Nisthuriay Bunk
Seventh Street
Auling
Ty Peko
Dewehtlten
Bennett's
Kasnas Avenue
Breen
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