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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1897
Page
8
A crowded discount sale offers men and boys clothing at deep cuts from coats to suits and pants. The store touts large stock, cheap prices, and a focus on value with many items marked down to a fraction of former costs.
A local theater announces the Tikten Comaly company presenting Encaped From the Law with superior talent and popular prices. The program includes The WHE Steve and a week’s lineup of Route Route, Alwoema, Cape Hermie G2 5SA, and others. An upstairs audience enjoyed Dew Halls Secretartin Street and special features, with plans for two extra events the following week.
HA Lange of St Joseph reports a traveling man witnessed the Hugi Curry stock move yesterday and weighs whether to open in Topeka. He may decide to locate the store there next month. Prices for all sizes and types are listed along Kansas Avenue.
Sunday notices for Mr and Mrs Choe Strawbridge of 4th Calumet Ave report. Ewart Strawbridge and Mrs Strawbridge. The Hub Clothing Co through Abe Steinberg presented Mr Heyman a 3190 watch and gifts for staff. Topeka Journeymen Barbers union elected officers led by CP Hypes president and J N Teen vice president. A gambling house arrest on North Katead near Railroad Street marked a crime bring the first within weeks. Lincoln post memorial services at First Congregational Church with Lincolns post officers and ladies decorating. City education board appointed yearlong staff in divisions including Finance Buildings Salarias and Textbooks. Topeka Consistory No 1 elected officers for 1922-23 and added 48 new members bringing total to 217 with $32,000 treasury.
Rank Cumurestmer Lreldenthal announced a request for statements from three private banks to show the recommlotion at the close of business this December. The notice seeks financial details and a formal response to the inquiry.
An organized effort to unite Topeka merchants culminated last night in the birth of The Merchants Federation of Topeka. Retail grocers, coal dealers, and butchers formed the core, with open membership for all reputable city merchants. Officers named include President Frank Newland and VPs Col J W Hughes and AE Hickerson. Initiation fees set at $1, monthly dues 25 cents, honorary at $5. The group aims to curb hucksters, pursue honest trade, and seek favorable freight rates while promoting city prosperity.
A Christmas party at the South Carolina Military Academy sparked a dispute over Miss Charlotte Crane, Miss Bowes of Springfield, as secrecy and class expectations clashed. Cadet Ie trifone reportedly escorted Crane from the ballroom after chaperons demanded she leave due to her acting career. Crane departed in mortification amid tension among the four hundred attendees.
From Dawson to Victoria and Skaguay tales surface of a frigid trek and supply shortages. Richard Shaw of Victoria and T Hanby of Seattle head toward summer trials, with Dawsons river routes and Stewart River hazards noted. Robberies and arrests in Dawson include Jim Gray's saloon heist and Keeler’s $5,000 loss at Port Selkirk, while J W Mackay reaches Skaguay before Tees departure.
In Ann Arbor discussions, Dr James B Athews former Michigan University president is expected to resume his old post at the great college in Ikvin city. Board of regents members note his past leadership and indicate he will likely be retained. Hutchins is also mentioned in relation to potential succession if he chooses to stay in Constantinople to oversee affairs for the country’s interests.
H. Snider superintendent of insurances under Governor Lewelling reports striking a rich gold ore vein in the Ithy Chama river, about seventy miles north and slightly west of Santa Fe, New Mexico. He heads to Kuhn’s City to pack and move his household to the camp. Snider has become Secretary of the Knights and Ladies of the Fireside.
Katharine Kittler, noted with the well known troupe, fell ill at friends’ home in St Louis, triggering the disbanding of the company and return to New York. After performing in New York and Illinois stops, the troupe dissolved following a late decision by Russ Kilder in Heleville.
The case against Touts Charo was dismissed after the defendant pledged to stop whistle actions and comply with the ordinance. Judge Atchidean presided as City Attorney Bird urged dismissal on a no-violation basis. Charewas had planned to pursue the matter to the supreme court after attorney involvement and persuasion by opposing counsel. G A Van Tall of Butler endorses Hegel Blood Verifier and Blood Maker as top sellers in his practice.
Levi Po-Mortos accepted the presidency of the newly formed Fifth Avenue Tract compass in New York. Prosperity is promised to the man in good condition. De Witt's Little Early Risers are advertised for constipation and stomach troubles. G W Stansfield Gilcan Bus avenue.
In Topeka Judge Hazen sentences Anthony Hamilton to five years in Lansing after a guilty plea to burglary and larceny. Hamilton, previously jailed for similar crimes, admits guilt to sell theft items while claiming no intent to steal. Prosecutor and judge discuss prior sentences as Hamilton faces the penitentiary term. Another defendant, William Mosher, pleads guilty to petit larceny and is fined five dollars as the complainant cannot be located.
Two totally blind children, girls aged eight months and sixteen months, were operated on at Christ hospital. Doctors report initial success as light is perceived when held before the eyes. Membrane film over the eyeballs was removed and artificial lenses may be fitted later to restore sight. Fathers are David Elder of Mankato and James Ficket of Haddam.
New York December 28 Charles Zanoli the Banner Who is suspected of murder of his fourth wife Jeanie Suhmer and who obtained life insurance on several people was arraigned in police court today. Prof Witthauser had not completed chemical analysis of Jeanie Bubiver body and the case went to district attorney Van Wyck. Witthauser reportedly found three poisons but it was unclear if they were used before death or in embalming. Also note ad for Dr King s New Discovery for consumption coughs and colds with free trial at Swift Holliday s Drug Store and an ad for The Cremerie lunch room 725 Kansas Ave. SCOTT & SCOTT advertise seasonal fare.
Five year old Willie Gunn of Chicago astonishes professors by mastering human anatomy. He has witnessed major surgeries in New York and New Orleans and can name every bone and explain heart structure with accuracy. Certificates from Prof Souchon and Dr Taylor commend his knowledge and deem him the youngest anatomist yet observed.
Louisville, Ky October 28 The whisky business in this state faces ruin due to overproduction and adulteration. Distillers cite excessive stock and falling prices since 1899 when output peaked at 4,835,872 gallons. A consolidation of interests is seen as a possible remedy to prevent future insolvencies and stabilize the industry.
The article notes financiers including L D Leiter and W A Mackay of Ogden discuss a large scale gold operation in the Northwest Territory. It mentions Canadian Pacific connections and concession holders HT, Mulit and Kersey, with limited detail on project specifics and the parties’ familiarity with mining.
An advertisement extols Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a vital aid for women during pregnancy and motherhood. It claims to strengthen female organs, ease expectant discomfort, heal inflammation, and reduce pain, with testimonials from Mrs Ressie McPherson about relief during travel and illness.
Dec 28 Dr. Win AL Setchell, UC professor, reports California algae hold edible kelp varieties. He notes seaweed used as food by Chinese handlers, dried and checked in China, with kelp varieties also valuable for nourishment. He suggests the ocean plate may supply food imported by Chinese and possibly exported back to China.
A meeting of Hittaburee and Chidinnat river coal diversifying operators to found the Citizens' Coal company continued after recess. With a capital of $4,010,000 the plan is to begin operations early next year. The session was reported harmonious and nearly complete.
The American Window Glass Company leads a national meeting to finalize consolidation and set prices for the coming year. Representatives from all window glass interests join to elect officers and agree on pricing. A separate note advertises Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets with a 25 cent price and refund offer.
A Topeka case describes Anna Herron, a young girl from Jefferson County, sent to Beloit by her parents who hoped for work. Police involved after she was lured to a disorderly house, her arrest, and eventual placement in an industrial school after parental consent. The report criticizes parents for sending daughters to earn a living in unfamiliar cities.
A New York government bank proposal to establish an Italian government bank in the city prompts warnings that immigrants fear theft of funds. Critics say such a bank would misalign with U S authorities and could compromise money sent home to Italy.
Abstract and fragmented legal remarks describe a dispute over a loan recovery and stock seizure. Parties include Major Hood and Mr Lantry defending claims against a bank receiver. The text notes assertions about mobility, stock ownership, and alleged payment inequalities, with reference to Woradson and a firing of a bank trustee.
A court in New York convicted the actor of a third degree assault tied to a scandalous domestic incident. The judge expressed astonishment at the verdicts and indicated a formal motion may seek a new trial. the defendant faces imprisonment and possible further penalties, with the sentence to be announced. The courtroom drew a large crowd including the actor’s relatives, while a public discussion on civil rights and state prison terms followed.
A fragmentary item notes a calamity in a city with references to inhabitants and places like Pleasant Ridge and 3 Par Lirtetian, claiming 500 souls affected. An aged claim cites two doctors who used One Minute Cough Cure to save a child from death by croup, attributed to W. Branefwid of Kansas Avenue.
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