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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 27, 1897

Page

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Atlantic stroll plan by Captain Oldrieve and crew

A chaotic report from Neve Terk via Times-Tierald describes Captain William C Oldrieve of Der ton planning to walk across the Atlantic. It mentions cedar five foot siloes with fins and an exhibit at Paris Exposition Chicago, with several named participants and a mock voyage.

Chicago Times-Tierald Neve Terk Saya Veililiam C Oldrieve Derton Mir Tenoleuk Atlantic Siriail Andee Reuter Andre Sir Oldsieve Bate Elena

Funeral for John Cross and Cross Kin, attended in Dopeka area

The fragmented notice reports the funeral for John Cross and family members, with survivors including W. Topela exenus and others. It notes burial at Tyler Street and travel plans to Washington for a marher ceremony, mentioning local firms and community figures in a period obituary style.

Jung Aliumerghe N. M Boy Jackson Abieet Govere Renee Renee Boveile Endberg Secvarind Joplin Mr Bard Tyeka Tyler Street Waahinten Cnneayre Wella Fitiu Washington Thooke Julia Me Cos Fred Cole Lammaay Feaves Austip Prescott Lutetel Tey Li

Amended after passage in Tosurants Law dispute

A scrambled OCR fragment outlines legal amendments after a signed act. It cites attorney Gecktel Boyle and Hoyle involvement, mentions a state secretary and a provision under will, discusses petitions and dates, and references the passage details and related actions in a court or legislative context.

Arlog Gecktel Boyle

College League Summary shows Western colleges meeting in San

Representatives from eastern and western colleges discuss commercial interest, student travel, and athletic scheduling. Albert Keitts of Michigan noted tensions over sponsorship, while Dall Ayr Beasen discussed conference travel logistics. The event, dated February 14, reflects broader intercollegiate aims in athletics and administration.

Coliege Hussttal Cosference Eniesea Dine Heprenentaives Hole Uherinan Ty Sonalitr Sihom Faryn Cunciaslus

Attorney General Boyle Reads Strong Words to the New York Company

The Attorney General cites Supreme Court decisions to insist that Mutual Life of New York must obey the law. He argues the state and federal courts uphold enforceable insurance and corporate duties. He warns that defending corporations against lawful requirements undermines government and citizen respect for law.

Boyle New York Company Sen Supreme Court Kane Saa W. C. Phipps Taany States Spree Court United States Waya Ana Urelitt Wiki Staton Tharine Pinitek

Miss Wanamaker Tale Sparks European Royalallure

A chaotic press romance claims Miss Wanamaker and the Egyptian Khedive heir apparent Mohammed Ali plan a royal match to unite dynasties. Denials follow from William Wanamaker and Paris reports, while the daughter’s guardians dispute the tale as a sensational instrument to undermine future alliances.

Robbery on highway ends in fatal shooting of John Howard

John Howard, a town investigator, was held up by highwaymen twelve miles south of Empora Bec. During the assault he was shot in the head and fatally wounded. The robber stole Howard's watch and all his money, amounting to 110. Howard is expected to die.

Empora Bec John Howard Aighwaschien Wee Phot Howard

Tobacco importers seek fair share amid duty dispute

United States Appraiser Wilbur F Wakeman and associates met Assistant Secretary to press that all wrapper tobacco should bear duty regardless of filler mix. They claim enforcement favors southern ports and harms northern competitors. Statements will be investigated. Wichita Bank Pays 10 Percent

United States Wilbur F. Wakeman New York George Storm A. & Krebs A. Kohen Isaac Wernhelper Theco Assintamt Tliwell Ledsy

Draft for $65 triggers theft of mail at hotel

Charles Hedges, son of pawn broker Fred Hedges, was arrested by Detective Capron on three charges after opening mail at the hotel and attempting to cash a $65 draft. A boy about 10 years old claimed innocence but confessed to hiding a bundle of letters and drafts in a hotel area. the missing mail affected hotel patrons.

Charles Hedges Fred Hedges Capron United States Flater Throop Post Office minusEa Corier Sivan Cunesonger Irving Doslitte Devlitte Henk Topeka Doolittle Speed Hughes Mr. Hughes Hughes Watel Hedges Eee Ube Hotel

Lottie Bowen Reprises Stage Fame in Charleston Tale

Miss Charlotte Crane once linked with Springfield society faced pressure from cadet peers while in Charleston for a performance of Hoyt's A Stranger in New York. The incident ended with Crane leaving the ball in embarrassment as whispers followed her. Crane is identified with Lottie Bowen of this city, using Bowen as her stage surname, the daughter of a Springfield physician.

St. Louie Charlestin Carolina Ripttars Charlotte Crane Hose Springield Hoyt New York Peterman Mies Crane Kennan Washat Che Sector Miss Crane Springfield Crane Lottie Bowen Howe Bowes Fo Cram Amother

May Defeat Paxson in Appointments Fight

Washington December 27 Senators Culomani Mason of Illinois urged renewal of David T Little of Illinois for the Morrison Interstate Summaeres commission post. The White House reportedly favors Paxson with the final decision pending.

Washington Mason Titnois David T. Little Minois Xucrenter Morrison Summaeres Commission Jidae Pixon Peninkylvatth Ilinois Tivkvel Paxson

Singertys Proposed Liquidation Plan for Local Banks and Trusts

New York reports a Philadelphia meeting to discuss a settlement plan for Chestnut Street National Bank and Chestnut Street Trust and Savings Fund, aiming at a voluntary liquidation. The scheme calls for stock issuance by Record Publishings and a 50 percent liquidation base, subject to final asset review. Strong support from Mr Singertys friends and a need for competent guidance at the crisis.

New York M. Sinjeety Joha G. Johoen Philadelphia Chestnut Street National Juveke Chestnut Street Trust and Savings Fund Company Rishing Company Bank Trust Company Singerty

Carnegie kinfolk mourn Hogan aunt of Andrew Carnegie

Pittsburg Dec 27 Mrs Catherine Morrison Hogan sole aunt of Andrew Carnegie died yesterday morning after a stroke of paralysis. She had been semi conscious since December 10 and was eighty six years old. Her remains will be privately cremated on Tuesday.

Carnegie’s Aart Pittsburg Catherine Morrison Hogan Andrew Carnigix Mra Hogat Dumfortine Rootland Romaine

Stage Rescue Fails in London Sleeps Play at Las Theater

Vera de Nole suffers burns during a staged fire scene in When London Sleeps at the Las theater. The incident involves magnesia fuels and altar fire as the heroine is saved by the hero David Bachlhardt. Doctor J S Hadrock says Miss De Nole should recover in days. hero, portrayed by David Sarnum, was credited with timely rescue.

Vera de Nole London New York Véra de Nole Las Anties Sista Queenie Shehel J. S Hadrock Nero David Sarnum David Bachlhardt Miss de Nole

Poison in a Demijohn Ends in Fatalities

A demijohn labeled Pure Ethyl Whisky found in a New York house led to five men falling ill after drinking its contents. James Pensgan died and Patrick McNulty died later while two others are recovering. the vessel contained corrosive sublimates.

New York Deo T James Pens Gan Patrick McNulty Dyter

Poisoned Champagne Death Tragedy in Ouray County

In Ouray Colorado a man Thomas Earns intended to embalm his father by poisoning champagne with a corrosive compound. The undertaker mislabelled the mixture as champagne. Believing it whisky, Kara Karner drank two swallows and died at 4. Drs Rowan and Ashley tried to aid him but failed.

Thomas Ouray Cély Biichee Thorman Seth KY Theniden Karns Telluride Durint Phainas Karner Mart Finilly Warehers Kneyp Bin Dre Rowan Ashley Lenatt Karas

Washington denies talks on Greenland purchase plan

Official critics in Washington say no overtures have been made by the government to buy portions of Greenland for a naval or air base. No communication exists between the United States and Greenland. any such claim is unfounded. The report may reflect speculative hands seeking privileges from the Taunish government.

Washington, D.c. F Porthwestern Greenland Naval Authoritier Cdstomes

Officials Revolve Bryan City of Mexico Visit

Dec 27 Mr and Mrs arrived in Guy afternoon and were greeted by state government representatives from Jalisco whose capital is the city. A colored woman, Mrs Belle Payne of Pedwet's asylum east of the city, attempted suicide by cutting her throat with a razor yesterday afternoon. She was hospitalized at Santa Fe. She had been drinking heavily and was under the influence of liquor. She is expected to recover.

City of Mexico Jalisco Belle Payne Pedwet’s Asylum Santa Fe Hospital Payne

Crosby Goss South Leaves for St Louis and Manefield

Mr. E. H. Crosby travels to St Louis to visit relatives for a week or two then to Manefield Louisiana for a plantation. He expects to stay in the south through Jaguars and navigate milder weather. Crosby notes holiday trade has been larger than last year. Frank Gillette of Guthrie Oklahoma is announced as a Republican territorial congressional candidate.

A. Crosby E. H. Crosby St. Lowlw Manefield Jaguars Mies Crosby Frank Gillette Congress Guthrie O. T Frank Gillett el Res Kingman Kan

Burt Named President of Reorganized Union Pacific Railroad

New York December 27 Horace G Burt has been chosen as president of the reorganized Union Pacific Railroad. Burt, third vice president of the Chicago and Northwestern, succeeds amid mixed reception while directors include Pierce Aultman Hughitt Miller Harriman and others. Civil and corporate reactions from Chicago Elkhart and New York express optimism about Burt’s leadership and anticipated operational changes.

New York Horace G. Burt Chicago & North- Weaters Railway Company Union Pacine Harlway Company Burt Chirk Clark Winston S. Pierce Jammer Aultman Marvin Hughitt Roswell Miller E. Hi. Harriman Louis Fiegerall Henry B. Hyd John W. Doane Otto Fl. Katm T. Jefferson Cookdire Ore J. Gould Oliver Aimes Geo. ‘Annon Jacob H. Schltr Oliver W. Minkly Mr. Burt Talon Pacify Vanderbilt Union Pacific New York Central Chleago & Northwestern Stock Island Burlington St. Pru Cornell Bluffs Missouri River Kansas Cay Ould Pacific Roast Board Omnublia Decca Associated Press Eger Ed Dickinson Mgr. Bury Elkhart J. Hart Union Peelfie Cienies Chicago Horace G. Fort Union Pactic Misouri Valley Railroad Northwestern System Chicago and Northwesters

Burt Sees Surprise At Calin Pacite Presidency

Chicago reports December 27 reveals Burt, newly elected president of the Calin Pacite, reacting with astonishment upon being told by a reporter about post‑Christ Mes leadership. He says he has not been officially notified and will decide after formal notification, while noting his ambitions. Albert, a man of about 50 with a pointed beard, appears ready to lead a college team to victory.

Chicago Calin post-Chriat Hoth West Mr. Burt Mr. Hurt Tate Burt Alhert

Eckels Steps Out as Dawes Succeeds Next Saturday

Comptroller Dawes, recently appointed to oversee the currency, will arrive Thursday and take over duties January 1. Eckels retires to become president of Commercial National Bank in Chicago, effective Friday morning. In Milwaukee, Mrs Mary Barnett Barnett, linked by marriage to President McKinley’s family, has died.

Dawes Washington Eckels Commercial National Bank of Chicago Fresdent McKinley Milwaukee Mary Barnest Preaient Mckinny Barnett Dur

Pin Prick Killed Him A Hospital Doctor Dies

Dr Felix G Allen of Oran Missouri died at St Marys Infirmary after septic blood poisoning from a pin pricked by a railroad official during care. The illness spread rapidly, arm and leg swelling followed, death certified as septic fever. The accident occurred in St Louis on Papin street. The body to be shipped to Oran for burial.

St. Louis Felix G. Allen Oran St. Mary's Infirmary Papin Street Allen St. Louie and Mary’s Infirmary Alien Dr. Allen Fle

Fight Over Dora Lands Family in Court at Valley View

In Valley View Kentucky Clell Richardson faces legal drama after a fight with his brother over Dora the wife of Gen Canshus Clay. Will Bryant, the cause of the dispute, survived a shooting attempt as tensions rise over Dora and alleged money from Gen Clay. Witnesses confirm Dora was at Clell’s house and that Richardson’s family accuses Clell of shielding Bryant to protect Dora’s reputation. The incident intensified when Bryant fired at Clell, with bullets striking the fence nearby, prompting added scrutiny ahead of Bryant’s trial.

Valley View Clell Richardson Canshus Clay Dork Cletl Richmond Julius Tom Chel Will Bryant Yrvint Richardson Dora Cleo Gen. Clay White Bruine Cleft Thad Clefl Wil Richartson Bryant Teii Richardson John Clell Wal Mr. Clay Will Cleil Thane Wil

Ballington Booth update and restaurant firm assignment notes

Reports from New York and Philadelphia detail Mrs. Ballington Booth's unchanged hospital condition. Elsewhere, White & Co. of Cincinnati, owners of several restaurants, assigned assets to A W Galdemith with debts totaling $31 000 amid heavy expenses and dull trade. Captain Horace T. Draper dies at 73 in Lanedown Longtime Civil War commander of the Hartford Farragut’s flagship born July 4 125 in Brookfield Massachusetts.

New York Big Restaurant Cincinnati W. W. White Frank W. White White Catering Company Phurth Fifth Streets A. W. Galdemith Philadelphia Horace T. Draper Lanedown Draper Brookfield Mase Hartford Farraget

Oleo Wins A Dairies Case Amid Albany Protests

The New York dairy laws case involving Armour and the Chicago firm centers on a $1.7 million claim for unmarked dairy products. State officials push to prosectute in multiple counties, despite a proposed settlement to drop the salt and halt unmarked shipments. A governor’s decision awaits whether to accept the offer or press the trial to convict.

Albany State Department of Agriculture Prinecuttin Chicago Yaa Commissioners of Agriculture Romie Thas Cleomargur Phanet Sdea

Attains Its Majority at Twenty First Annual Horticultural Meeting

The State Horticultural Society opens its twenty first annual session in the senate chamber with President Wellhouse presiding. Addresses by ministers, reports from committees on orchard treatment, new fruits and nomenclature, novelties in nursery trade, handling fruit, keeping fruit, and fruit communications are heard. Sessions continue for three days ending Thursday evening.

State Horticultural Society Senate Wellhouse Esc Pirt Methodist Church Leedy W. TD Wardwyike A. Ja Hrooke North Te- Deka Jane McNichol Lent Springs A. Hf Fuckman Ho Aarne Fouka BF. Sonith Lawretive Nohes Cutter

Bear escapes on Milwaukee train car

A cinnamon bear whipped from Leavenworth escaped its cage aboard a Milwaukee train car yesterday. The bear wandered the car, broke open fruit packages, ate apples, and caused delays before officers recaptured it near Milwaukee.

Milwaukee Leavenworth Kas Tig Westerns Milweathen St. Paul Milwaukes Ten Wen

Welcome Loopho le Judge Hawen case in massachusetts

Wood and Potter of Massachusetts sue Mertimah Savings Bank of Concord in district court over a double liability clause. The bank claims Wisat and Par tor owed Tope Tavietyient and a loan company, asserting set off against the firm, alleging assets tied to Taney kh Investment and Loan. The decision may allow plaintiffs to seize a debtor's property to offset claims and protect other creditors.

Hawen Betsy Kiatiman Wood & Potter Masaachumetia Mertimah Savings Bank Concard Taneykh Investment and Loan Companie Shallew Tat Wisat & Partor

Kateas division 1 boxing meeting at Salina

The Kateas division 1 board of representatives meets in Salina to discuss business and elect delegates to the national assembly in February. R C Manley of Lawrence supports John L. of Salina for chief consul. James R. Doneye of Topeka to fill Bishop's seat. W Reichenrech remains secretary-treasurer.

Kateas W.mbiteth St Louis R. C. Manley Lawrence Jom L Altina Bishop's James R. Doneye Topeke W. Reichenrech

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