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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 24, 1894

Page

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Down, Down, Down Frick Announces New Schedule at Homestead

The Carnegie Steel Homestead Works wage plan reduced pay for skilled workers while unskilled labor remains less affected. Frick cites changed production methods and facilities as justification. Reporters note the adjustment aims to equalize rates, with overall profits in the iron and steel industry at a historic low.

Prrpwend Carnegie Steel Company Fruit and Steelrade H.C Perek Offies Str. Frick Geemslon Frick Benaillacw Mao

Hawaiians Like Whisky In Waves Of Rumors And Rye

A garbled slice notes Hawaiian interest in rye whisky and bourbon, mentioning proximity to the Maustlem river and a Macau brewery. It claims parcels of whisky, gin, and tobacco on the Sandwich Islands, with barrels described as containing thirty six gallons. The piece hints at liquor issues after an ocean voyage and continental accusations.

Isansto Teland Fur Mautlem Lomling

Newfound and's Bad Flux and the One Million Grant

The Times reports debate over granting a million dollars to a volunteer group as cruel kindness and unwise without full inquiry. A separate dispatch from Washington notes Idaho land payments to Neoperces misimus to resolve interior department issues. Two special agents will compile a roll of eligible claimants. about 100 Indians will each receive roughly $360.

Lowther Dex M Volony Idaho Interior Department

Guardian report cites guardian intrigue and alleged thefts

The narrative centers on Themas A. Williams Jr. accusing Porter Ashe of guardianship abuses connected to Mrs. Sarah Althermill Terry widow of Judge David Terry. Allegations include theft of documents and a gold watch, misappropriated valuables, and claims of Ashe posing as a millionaire. Williams says more will emerge as investigations proceed and vows to pursue the case in court.

New Guardian Unit One Sax Peanepeu Porter Ashe San Quentin Themas A. Williams Jr Sarai Altiea Torry Remutie Carder Ber Permanéht Goardias Dex 'Bén Ashe Terry William Freenu Williams

Tramp Town Civic Parody Emerges Near Mobile

A jiggle of text describes a banished tramp village near Mobile within Hay City Lumber Co area. It notes about one hundred vagrants living from raw mill water, making crude homes, scavenging chickens from nearby farms, and some taking odd jobs while seeking permanent citizenship. A mock mayoral election features John Dobbins and James Chester as rival candidates.

Teresa Randa Learber Co Mobile Tle Elieitle John Dobbins Chester Pennsylvania

Brilliant Thought Sparks Boycott Across Alabama Press

A controversial suggestion circulated by the Tulladega News Reporter urges newspapers to boycott Henben F. Koll and his political associates to spare circulation. The boycott aims to suppress coverage and reduce visibility of Koll’s reform platform.

Falttore Maosruo Merny Ala Den Tulladega Ala- Wie Henben F. Koll

Mrs Astor Esteemed in War of Affection

The Pall Mall Gazette reports the late era William Waldorf Astor’s influence extends to his relatives with affection amid public and private life. It notes she hosted staff at Cliveden and remained a beloved figure at her New York home and across American society.

Pall Mail Pall Mall Gazette William Waldorf Astor Comenon Cliveden New York

Rough Roads Kill Him as Accident Inrieroate Case

A fragmented local page reports fatal injuries from a road accident linked to an insurance dispute over a death claim. The text mentions peritonitis from injuries and contested policy payment, with references to a Mr M Rees and a US mutual accident company, plus a murdered Italian named Charles Rucho attacked by three tramps on a Lake Shore railroad line.

Fee Cahtested Carr Cmitseo Hattir Eo Jateatei Einen M. Rees Proniiu Tiquur Desler Leaulsville Feoua Die Insurenc Charles Rucho Ashtsbula Youngetown Hocho

Murder Case Feels Grim for Nevels As Bailey Is Questioned

Facts emerge from the Topeka inquiry suggesting Nevels is implicated while Bailey’s guilt remains doubtful. A letter from Houston and other circumstantial clues tie Nevels to the crime scene near Mrs Matson and her husband is questioned, with Sheriff associates contending a strong link to the murder. Nevels faces jail as investigators weigh two possible suspects and chase more proof.

Sheri Burdge A. D. Mataun State Focusan Sherida Burdge Anattanodge Tenn Jam Nels Bailey Areafler Ima Bailey Tan Nevele Es-Sherif John M. Wilkerson Budge Bailey Nevels Wilkerson Houston Texas Tesne Winftelt Thaye Winfield Chifanee Mra. Amateuo Matson Fifteenth Monroe Oes Exley Tes Jornal North Topeka Mra A. J. Proudfit J. Lee Knight

Parkhuest Bronze Portrait of Dr Charles H Parkhuest

New Yorkers sculpt Ralph Barnett Goddard has created a bronze bas relief of Rev. Dr Charles H Parkhuest. The exhibit sits at Mrs J Frederick Franklin studio 70 Fifth Avenue with forty copies planned for church members and supporters. Subscribers include John Crosby Brown William E Dodge Hiram Hitchcock Dr Willard Willard Osborn James M. Platt.

Bis New York Charles H. Parkhuest Ralph Barnett Goddard Second Street Cara Mra J John Crosby Beown Wm. E Dodge Hiram Hitchcock Willard Pase ObBaries Ho Irask James M. Plate

Hogg Seeks Texan for Standard Oil Man in Florida

Governor Mitchell received a requisition from Texas Governor Hogg for Henry M. Plagier of St Augustine a Standard Oil magnate and associate indicted in Texas for violating anti trust laws Mitchell has not indicated a probable course Also note Sir Charlie Tepper’s improved mobility after an attack and a reported lost black velvet hand key with a pocketbook containing a $5 bill and small change left at 612 James Avenue for reward discovery.

Florida Standard Oil Jacksonvirle Fla Mitchell Iullalusses Hogg Texas Henry M. Plagier St Augustine Atasa Annes Avenue

Wrong Doers Threaten Witnesses Over Lexow Committee Money

New Yorkers face terror from extortioners linked to the Lexow committee. Victims paid for travel costs and bribes to avoid testifying, with threats to expose or bring them to court. Lawyers and others in the criminal courts report being pillaged, as witnesses are offered money or coerced to stay silent.

New York Kate Shubert Tiurew John W. Goff Lexow Committee Wooden Sce

Decision Against Edison Upsets Phonograph Makers

A District of Columbia court ruled for the American Graphophone Company in its suit against the Columbia Phonograph Company and Edison interests. The decree grants an injunction and orders an accounting, with related actions pending in New Jersey New York Ohio Massachusetts Illinois and Kansas.

Waenisate District of Columbia American Graphophote Company Romibally Ageainst Columbia Phonograph Netwash Homes A. Edison Edison Hothograph Works American Graphophone Company Edison Colwmbie Phonograph Company American Graphophons Company New Jersey Ew York Ohio Masachusetts Mlinois Kansas

Just Above Starvation Says Miners Need Aid Movement

Miners in Maseillon Ohio, December, near starvation, face grim conditions. John McBride calls for government action to cancel production fines and cap fortunes, urging acceptance of limited gains until a successful movement opens.

Maseillon Ohio John McBride

New Colorado Road From Pueblo To Trinidad Soon

Daxven Colorado December 24 Receiver Trumbull announces plans to build a railroad from Pueblo to Trinidad to fill a Gulf system gap. Ninety two miles, estimated cost one million dollars. First installment funding arranged for quick access. Damaged text notes produce commission house mortgage of six dollars and large Kansas Nebraska farmer business.

Pueblo Trinidad Daxven Col Trumbull Dexven F. Henningson Produce Commission House Konfmas & Murray Kansas Nebraska

Miss Pollard Hissing Theatrical Manager Seeks Her New York

New York dec 24 mis Pollard of din suit Carte by wil manager mc anderson of foe fam theatre cincinuti has been in new york since wednesday trying to lure her from harlem to the river for the wounus who broke political power of w p breckinridge and anderson vows to pay her a weekly salary if she signs his contract hoping she will draw popular price houses and boost his theatre's standing despite her recent life changes and elusiveness

Hae New York Masdeline Pollach Wil MC Anderson Foe Fam Theatre Cincinguti Bee Harlem Huttery W. P. Breckinridge Mise Potlard Bill Hors Anderson Powers Guruiner Mise Patlart Senpranaeha Mise Pollard Col Breckinridge Mires Pollarit Mist Myliard Cincinmat

Mc Kanes Child Prays at Sing Sing Service

A report from Coney Island notes ex-convict John VY McKane in Sing Sing praying at a religious service led by the Ponday school superintendent. A tiny girl, Fannie Meinne, recited a toddler prayer in church as attendees observed. Also mentioned: Two American delegates named Coxerantinotee and Bey appointed to a commission, with unsettled questions about their proper accommodation and travel during winter.

Trevor Sheepshead Lay John VY. McKane Coney Island Ponday Fannie Meinnne Turkey Delognte Coxerantinotee Chekit Bey Court of Cossatioun Djdlaledidla Bey Court of Appeal Tiie Ull Mountels

Mexico organizes large Guerrero volunteer force for war

Advices from Puebla state report a large volunteer army formed in Guerrero for service. A war with Guatemala is declared by Mexico. Acapulco authority prepares quick water transportation for troops, enabling rapid mobilization if needed.

Mexico Dee 24 Advicoe Pueble Guerrero Guatemala Acapulco Armula

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