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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 28, 1897

Page

2

Bell’s Romance Union in New York Wedding Notice

An aged father Willis united in marriage in New York as the Greater New York area is described. The event involved Prof A M Well of Woabinig and Mrs Ho hitler, widow of Toke Ahikley, with details about family ties and the couple’s ages.

Willis United Marringe New York New Oil City Bath A. M Ho. Hitler A. Gribem Kfellett Bell

Mills of Fall River on Brink as 28 000 Seek Wages Standstill

Fall River December reports 28 000 operatives in clash with 81 mills holding 61 million capital. After a failed Manufacturers conference, a staged wage cut to begin January was debated as unions seek delay or arbitration. Weather and season favor operatives while capital argues reductions are needed amid rising costs and stiff competition.

Fall River Fnteresta Eightyone Mille Fourtos Ich Wien Tima Bean Bardot American Printing Company Tesa Than & Motth Istervate Wil Bet Cotton Manufacturers Association Manufacturers’ Committee Induktey Donsure Massachusette New Rugland Chia City New England Alt Eree Ken Turk PLA Pall River Federation of Labor Durfee Iron Works Seaconner Asamille M. D. Borden Tie

Archbishop Temple III retirement plans amid health fears

The Most Rev. Frederick Temple, Archbishop of Canterbury, aged about 75, faces health issues and an apparent delay in leaving his post. His appointment as Primate of All England was in October, and recent announcements suggest he will not resign soon despite concerns over his strength and aging.

Frederick Temple Canterbury Mehan Geen II Temple Canterbucy All Bigland

Woolen mill capacity strained by rising orders

Woolen mill president George Neal reports orders exceed present capacity. They plan to hire 190 hands, operate looms, start tailoring with about three women, and add sewing machines. Manager McAfee has $5,000 invested. They seek capable warpers and more workers from Missouri. Dr Kings New Life Pills ad follows.

Sid George Neal Wenten MI Warvurs McAfee Missouri Leon Newt

Holiday Excursion Rates via Missouri Pacific

Holiday excursion rates from Missouri Pacific apply to stations within 200 miles. Tickets on December 4, 5, 6 and January 1 to 4 are valid for round trips at a one fare rate with a minimum of fifty cents. Curtis Fleck of Anaheim, California praises Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy after personal use. Scott & Scott advertise 2% and 50¢ sizes for sale by The Cremerie at 726 Ave.

Chamberlain Curtis Fleck Anaheim California All Drug Scott & Scott Cremerie Ave

Overman Wheel Co Files for Creditors Benfit Springfield

Victor Bowman announces an assignment for the benefit of creditors. Overman Wheel Co of Chicopee Falls, a leading bicycle and sporting goods maker, shows November 30 assets at 1.318 million and liabilities at 549 thousand. Henry B. Bowman of Springfield National Bank named trustee. Albert H. Overman becomes president as creditors meet Friday to consider reorganization. Company has orders ahead totaling 250 thousand, employs about 1,600 full time workers, and operates under Connecticut law with 250 thousand capital.

Springfield Mass Overman Wheel Company Chicopee Falls Henry B. Bowman Springfield National Bank Albert H. Overman Hhe Guve Bostim Overman Overman Rampany Buslawes

Atkinson Retrial Scheduled for June Special Term

In Parkersburg West Virginia Judge Rence Blizzard will hear Mrs Myra Camden Atkinson anew on forgery charges after a prior mistrial. Prosecutor Barinett denies dropping the case and notes Camden Summers plans fresh evidence may sharpen the proceedings. Atkinson will travel to Florida soon.

Parkermurs W. Va Dee Src Barinett Gilmore County Myra Camden Atkinson Ate ;Kinson Rence Blizzard Camden Summers Camden Atkinson Plarida

Train of Potatoes Shipped from Greeley to New York

A Denver morning report notes a coal car train loaded with Greeley potatoes and other produce headed south to New Orleans then Gotham. The shipment, valued at about $4,000, includes 15 refrigerated cars and is managed by Wolfe of the Greeley Mercantile and partners in Greeley firms.

Denver Greeley New York New Orleans Gotham Grand Junction Samptee Sen Wolfe Greeley Mercantile Company Greeley Potato. Company Farr Produce Company Mosher & Parker I. Rothschilds & Co Gresley

New Society Formed For the Protection of Penniless Tenants

New York Dec 21 Poor tenants facing eviction and rent arrears have formed the Tenants’ Ald Society to secure legal rights in court. The group provides legal aid and medical care for tenants unable to pay rent as the new year approaches. Officers include president Dahlid W. Slumenthal, vice president Maurice B. Blimenthal, secretary and chief physician Samuel Bier, and treasurer Dr Solimen Fytiynbers.

Gotham New York Uniine Socinty Dahldt W. Slumenthal Maurice B. Blimenthal Samuel Bier Solimen Fytiynbers

Burlingtons New Observation Vestibuled Trains

A handsome set of wide observation vestibule trains is out of Burlington shops. Available for all travel, they run from the Missouri River to St Louis on the Denver Missouri River and St Louis Limited. Each car has wide observation vestibule, gas lighting, and sleepers.

Burlington St Louis Missouri River Denver Chicago Missouri Hest Bt Louis Howard Elliott

Lively for London Alfred Harmsworth, newspaper magnate

Alfred Harmsworth, publisher of the London Daily Mail and sixteen other journals, is portrayed as a pioneering journalist who built a British media empire from scratch. He funded expeditions by Jackson and Landor, expanding into exploration journalism and shaping public interest with prolific output.

Alfred ¢. Harmsworth London Mr. Harmsworth London Daily Mail Harmeworth Oxford Glasgow Portsmouth Mail Penry Frederick Jackson North Pole Jackson-Harmeworth Henry Savage Landor Tibet Lhassa

Uncle Alfred Jackson Valet of General Jackson Still at The Hermitage

Uncle Alfred Jackson aged ninety four, valet to General Andrew Jackson, remains at The Hermitage near Nashville serving as guide and memory keeper. He recounts Jackson’s battles, offers personal reminiscences, and recalls the famous breakfast remark at New Orleans. Also notes the czar’s luxury train car and a Knox county woman’s aging hairpin.

Alfred Hermitage Uaele Alfred Jackson Andrew Jackson Nashville Old Hickory Alfred Jackson Batte New Orleans General Jackson Pakenham Jackson Alf Alt

Tobacco Profits Hit Ten Year High For Kentucky Farmers

Kentucky farmers saw profits surge with tobacco prices rising across the year. The state accounts for a large share of the world crop and valued sales reached about 12 million dollars, with prices climbing from January to June. Despite a smaller crop, improved trade and higher prices yielded substantial earnings for growers.

Kentucky Louisville New Chante Iy

Topeka Conference Opens at Walnut Grove Methodist Church

The Topeka district conference of the Methodist church opened last evening at Walnut Grove Church corner Harrison streets. Sessions continue today with addresses by Rev. AS Embree and a morning sermon. Afternoon discussions cover church topics and sermon delivery with several speakers and varied questions listed for reading and deliberation.

Walnut Grove Methodist Church Topeka The Methodist Church Walnut Grove HikhtvenUr Harrison Streets AS. Embree Minutus Probie Fuller W. Pat S. Empree Chandier Elliott A. J. Cov Witencnck Becht Cd. Wilson BP. Jaret Dearters N. J. Adame Hammond Nermer G. We. Braden A. Marvel

Me K T Land Cases Delay Continued

The final disposition of the Me K T land cases remains unsettled with no war expected. Special Master Bucher report delayed as December notes show continued disputes over land along Allen County. Judge Monter domu extended deadline to April 2 19 Nye for an elemental report on the lands tied to the M K T railroad. Special Master Tuckey previously ruled for settlers in most cases.

E.&t Bucher Wamergué Tolline Angus Menis Monter Hue Gucher Landa “Pataide Allen County Enstides Alien Tuckey

Great South American kidney cure offered at Kansas avenue

An advertisement touts a patent remedy claimed to relieve kidney and bladder disease within six hours. It promises quick relief from urinary pain, retention, and general urinary tract discomfort for males. sold by Geo. W. Stinsfield and Sim Ding Company at 07 Kansas avenue, Urieginte, To peka, Kan. Also notes Union Pacific holiday excursion fares within 200 miles, valid Dec 24–26, 1847, with return by Jan 4, 1523. Lunch recommendation at Cremerie Scott & Scott, four doors north of the old stands.

Geo. W. Stinsfield Kansas Avenue Sim Ding Company Urieginte Topeka Kan Union Pacific Falewwls J. ©. Fulton Cremerie, Scott & Scott

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