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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 03, 1898

Page

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Quinlan Loans Row at Chemical National Bank Exposed

New York reports Quinlan, director and cashier of the Chemical National Bank, faces loss of millions from loans to Grable and Silver secured by land and mining stocks. Quinlan claims he acted in good faith and seeks recovery, while directors plan action to retrieve funds.

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Bank directors praise Quinlan linked fortune and bank strength

The article notes the bank remains financially strong with Mr Quinlan’s substantial stake if proved, while shares valued at par $100 have traded above £4,000 each. Directors include Gorse G Williams James A Roosevelt Frederick W Stevens and Robert Goelet. Quinlan is a long-serving director and former cashier. Francis Halpin acts as cashier as a successor is chosen.

Ite Quinlan Gorse GC. Wiliams James A. Roosevelt Frederick W. Stevens Robert Goelet Ginhier Quinlan Francis Halpin

Millionaire Promoter Grable Found Behind Western Schemes

Chicago reports Francie Grable, aided by W K Kurty, mobilized eastern capital for Western railroad and milling ventures across Edgemont and Union Hill. Promises of irrigation, smelting plants, and rapid land gains collapsed as mortgage debt rose, treasury stock vanished, and investors faced losses.

Grable Chicago the Tribune Francie Grable Chahier Quircan Cherical Natural Bank of New York East Grabie Haa Leen W. K. Kurty Kansas City Gragha Gow New York Philadelphia New Jersey Connecticut Massachusetts Miseqehusetta Mary Poor Din Burington Quincy Raiircaad Deadwood Billings Mont Eutremont Edgemont Union Hill Mining Cormpany Black Wills Kelling Vastern Black Hills Ciriacu Omake Homestake Hearst Union Hill Mining Company Edgemont ‘and Union Frm Smelting Co Yeas Tim Capital Treasury Wiin Lst Caplinitats Robert E. Pattison Security Trust Company Philadet Thomas Headley Philelphia Security Trust Coma Velreury G. A. Fletcher Philadelpha Andes Union JE Andrus

Klondike Rush Draws Western New York Seekers

Western New York arouses Klondike fever as Dan Frazer’s return spurs hundreds to quit jobs and join outfits bound for Alaska. From Franklinville to Rochester and beyond, banks presidents and citizens pledge money, forming ad hoc bands to reach Seattle and Vancouver. Local police report canine thefts linked to the rush as crews gather for the Copper River region and the Yukon.

New York Klondike Saya Rochester Times Franklinville Cataraugus County Dan Frazer Frazer Far Seattle Salamanca Buffalo John Rhoden Franklin First National Bank AB. Robbins Frager A. B. Bower C. M. Gillette Byron Genessee County Menzie, Mosier & Lee Caledonia Gehessee County Holley Orleans Coua St. Paul Minn Great Northern Alaska Worcester Maes Ancouver H.C Alanka

Captain Jonn Anderson Takes Charge of Campaign HQ

Captain Tom Anderson joins Major Tom Anderson to manage the Copeland governor campaign from Curry building rooms at 027 Kansas Avenue. Seaton’s absence from the city leaves Anderson to handle headquarters duties while Seaton travels, with Anderson acting as chief organizer and detail keeper at the Commercial Club area.

Jonn Campatene Copelain Curry Building Kansas Avenue Tom Anderson Seaton Seaton T Qoarwrs Seatny Maine Anderson Toth Matty Ogee

State Journal editor defends finances amid auditorium dispute

The editorial piece notes the State Journal’s long service by its editor, who started in Emporia and now runs a debt-free paper with paid bills. It counters a Capital report alleging Mulvane ownership and cites court testimony about ownership and responsibilities for The Topeka Capital and related debts.

State Journal Topeka Emporia Journal Times Mulvane Chiss Capitals John R. Mulvane Capital Mullvane J. E. Baker J. K. Hudson United States Circuit Court Wits City Topeke Capital Company Topeka Daily Capital Topeka Capital Harold T. Chase Deli Seizer Topeka Capital Company Harold T. Chane

Weightman Benefit Concert Delights Library Hall Audience

Frank Weightman's benefit at Library hall drew a large, pleased crowd Wednesday evening. The program blended classical songs, humorous recitations, and a mime. Support came from Mrs R Lingafelt and others with May Higgins and accompanists Lew is Hoehr Falls. Encores highlighted the appreciation for Weightman's performances.

Frank Weightman Library Hall Weightman R. Lingafelt Pearlade Prescott Annie Bundy Holman J. A. Paul C L. Reeske Modocs Misa May Higgins Misa May Higgins, Messrs. ©. C. Lewis, W. F. Hoehr and J. J. Falls Mr. Weightman The Fountain Mary Modoce

FINE CHURCH BURNS IN NEW ALBANY PRESBYTERIAN EDIFICE

The First Presbyterian church, the city’s largest, burned destroying the building costing about 50,000. Loss quoted at 350,000 with 20,000 insured. The adjacent First National Bank building sustained minor damage. The church, built in 1852, was in Ellis County area news fragment.

Presbyterian New Albany Ind First Presbyterian Church First National Bank Imeurance

Agitation over Topeka Convention Hall site settled long ago

A Topeka debate over locating the auditorium in City Park concluded months earlier with the Auditorium Association and City Council agreeing the park was the only viable site. Prominent members like Edward Wilder urged sticking to the park location, citing space needs, street traffic, and city-wide benefits, while opponents alleged real estate motives.

Topeka Auditorium Association City Party Edward Wilder Opera House Hamilton Hall Seco Eighth Street Kansas Avenue E. H. Cross Holmasi City Park Boots Val Estate W. C. Stephenson Charles Pbadmins Charles S. Elliott A. W. Dana Wm. Green Kuehne H. Nettels Cha

Topeka Auditoriun Location Debates With Subscriptions

A Topeka businessman questions locating an auditorium beside a business block and notes residents oppose near houses. He suggests placing the project in City Park or moving it uptown if enough funds are raised hence confirming the most practical site through canvassing subscriptions.

Topeka

Silver Klondike Found Near El Paso Rail Line

Mining men in El Paso excited over a rich silver deposit found along the Rio Grande Sierra Madre and Pacific road in Mexico about 100 miles away. Francisco Consado, of El Paso, located the vein three miles from the railroad and brought ore samples to the city where it reportedly assay s at 26,000 ounces of silver per ton.

Paso Tex Sierra Madre Pacific Road Mexico el Paso Francisco Consado Consado

Water Company Fights City Over Rate Cut

The water firm Rossington Smith and Dallas filed for an injunction in federal court to block the city from enforcing a 2 percent rate reduction. Judge Williams granted a temporary stay and set a February hearing. Officials debate a reasonable reduction as the city seeks to control public utilities.

Rossington,Smith & Dallas Willams Wnry

End of a Man Killer Tanner's Hanging in Alaska Camp

Seattle reporter recounts January 2 execution of Cowboy Dee Tanner by Massachusetts prospectors at Valdes Pass. Tanner shot three men during a tent meeting, then faced a rope after a miners' vote. He calmly accepted death, buried face down, while witnesses praised his nerve. Call and Lee left families behind.

Seattle Montana Cowboy Dee Tanner Valdes Pass Massachusetts Copper River Alaska N. A. Call Worthington, Minn William A. Lee Lowell, Maas Call Tanner Carl Lee Tanour A. & Lobbe San Francisco

Desirable sites proposed for public use in Capital

Pemranie lists sites such as the hay market at Fourth and Jackson, the old skating rink at Seventh and Van Buren, vacant lots east of Street south of Sixth, and the old street car barns on Tenth. He notes they are desirable but questions who will pay for them as money talks.

Fourth Jackson Streets Seventh van Buren Tenth Journal Hie Relsite Chy Thanh Hanene Bell Topeka Philanthropiat Teether Kinney Kuehne

Show of Force Reinforcement Moves Amid Far East Tension

Shanghai reports that Britain India Australia and Pacific squadrons are ready to reinforce the China fleet if Russia hoists a flag at Port Arthur. The Chinese government says the British admiral is prepared to counter any fleet since, by plan, strong squadrons will support landings at Chusan and Yangtze defenses. Troops and materiel have arrived at Kirin amid broader mobilization.

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Topeka auditorium site dispute stalls city plan

The Capital and Journal clash over the proper site for the city auditorium. Debates focus on City park versus an uptown location, with fund sourcing and public support under scrutiny. Mrs Samuels and Mrs Davidson plan Leavenworth and Kansas City travel for a wedding.

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