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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1897
Page
8
In a Topska Journal interview Mrs H C Lindsey draws strong support from temperance women while comments from Mary Walt and others praise her bravery. The piece suggests women may lead a broader push against alcohol, with mixed reactions from men and lawmakers, and notes Mrs Lindsey’s stance energizes the local movement.
A meeting of the Populist executive committee proposed a convention agenda to nominate a full slate and decide the convention location. Democratic and Republican factions discussed support, while campaign medicines and local ads appear in the same page.
Topeka courtroom scene features George Wolff as attorney and John Kruinse as horseman charged with fast driving within city limits. Patrolman Packer, Dr. Elling, Simon Hosne, Sam Gaydes testify as proceedings unfold before Judge Atchison. Witnesses clash with city attorney Bird and defense over speed, with a decision set for tomorrow morning.
John M. Thole of Telfontae, Pa. was appointed receiver of the Pennsylvania Building and Loan Desocration of Al toong, Ny Nanking Commissioner Garrson. The institution has authorized capital of many dollars and several topics mention official changes and plans for stockholder payouts after receiver expenses are paid.
Tosieka Acme Forum Benet Order No 165 elected officers including Wilton as president Paramore as secretary Seymore as treasurer and Fincher as director with a list of assistants beards and examiners named in the ritual roll Call.
The Green Coal Co sends New Year wishes to customers and pledges online access for value. It notes new management after acquiring Mr. Webster's interest and states it will not collect old accounts. A Hamilton hall concert is announced for January 3 by the merged group. The ad claims the Aver's Cherry Pectoral has saved countless lives.
North Topeka listings show prices at Sabime's Meat Market for turkeys and a 2 percent discount on books at Cromwell & Jeffers. Social notes report visits, travel plans, and family moves, including Mrs J C Josph returning from Avathe and Prof M M Campbell's funeral service at the topika cemetery attended by many friends.
A damaged OCR letter from MT STUYER, South African State President, to President Wilson discusses agriculture trade and apologies. It requests reports on agriculture and mentions wheat, grous, and taxes. The writer praises US government aid and seeks cooperation and restitution efforts amid wartime strains.
The Union Pacific announces round trip fares to points within 200 miles with tickets mailed December 4 and 31, 1907. Additional notes mention other dates and agents A Lewis and C Fulton at depot. The notice includes health and patent medicine ads with dubious claims and urging readers to avoid tobacco and seek remedies from Sterling Hendy Co in Chicago or New York.
An International wire reports Japan faces strategic pressure amid European power maneuvers. Japanese and Chinese tensions rise as Tokyo studies partition risk. The Nippon Shimbun and other papers echo fears of Western influence and urgent defensive unity.
The Associated Press says an official announcement of Mayor Van Wyck's appointments will come later. Forecast lists currels Chamberlain T C Crain corporation counsel John Whalen commissioner Bernard York president James J Phelan Patrick Keenan health commissioner John W Heller and others including James McCarmes, Thomas Feltner, and Charles Kuox.
A fragmented column argues for immediate annexation of Hawaii as vital for national interests. It cites historical aims, calls for swift action, and mentions figures and places in a stylized 19th century voice. The text also includes unrelated ads for products and local businesses.
In Columbia a scandal erupts as Lottie Bowes Snub was administered by a woman with relatives in theater. The chaperon who withdrew Mrs Srane from the hall to Charleston is named Aire Lewis with connections to Rhett. Miss Crane aroused controversy at the ball as speeches on equal rights sparked gossip about the chaperons and the dancer's crowded card.
A severe wind storm early today wrecked a large frame church and a two story building in Chattanooga. Numerous minor damages followed a heavy snow and drifting. Emergency crews reported extensive debris and local disruption across the city.
Washington reports Commissioner Evans has discussed reform of pensionOfficials to speed up claims after years of delays. He notes long delays in past practice and suggests better supervision and streamlined work to save money and ensure prompt, intelligent presentation of beneficiary claims.
In Milton, New York, the Morewool & Co. assignment lists liabilities and assets including real estate as creditors seek recovery. Ww York reports H Bell's Sons RS and arcwrers oftonite ting toweller and jackets affected.
Fragments report a barn fire in fall coviet and legal actions including fines for orderly conduct. A student marriage, church event, and a snow disruption affect daily life as a train mishap and a liquor sale arrest add to regional happenings. Interstate literary convention adjourns with officers elected in Topeka and Lawrence.
Miss Kate Adams and Miss Lucy Dougherty of Kansas City Det 31 plan a spring crusade to uplift the Patch district in Kansas City Kansas. They bring a background in kindergarten and women’s clubs, with Adams once connected to Governor Morrill’s family and Dougherty noted for charitable work and a headship of a young women’s society, aiming to establish a lasting effort to elevate the degraded neighborhood.
Real estate transfers were filed listing multiple grants from individuals and couples to others, with prices and parcel descriptions. Transactions include parcels on Van Buren Street, Fillmore Street, West Street Tupeln, and Munroon’s addition, along with notes about vacated lands and trusteeship.
San Francisco labor activists urge annexation of Hawaii arguing democratic expansion. The movement claims imperial costs and immigration limits justify adding Hawaii as a U S territory. Leaders press Congress and public to support annexation as a remedy for labor and economic issues.
Washington December 31 The Pension Bureau has ruled that a veteran drawing one dependent pension may be reinstated in a position he held in the service The decision hinges on the dependent act and requires the veteran to prove he has no means of support The story also notes social events in Albuquerque and at the Hall residence with references to Mrs Galbreath and family gatherings surrounding a party.
Huttimore December 31 report notes Gov Lownes withdraws from the Maryland senatorial contest. The article records party factors, patronage issues, and the impact on the race as figures discuss withdrawal and potential successor implications in a tense political moment.
An incoherent OCR fragment discusses insurance practice limits and regulatory moves in Kansas and New York. It mentions state actions on insurance and accompanying plans, urging reforms and oversight of insurers, with references to government and industry figures. The text is garbled but centers on policy restrictions and enforcement.
Confused report describes police contemplating action against dice shaking and illegal gambling in Kansas City. It mentions threats, a potential arrest, and local events at Hamilton Hall amid a broader crackdown.
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