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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 05, 1897

Page

2

Burst Dime Savings Bank Depositors Protest at Meeting

Depositors at the Burst Dime Savings Bank in Chicago gathered in mass meeting to denounce the bank’s directors and demand action. A preliminary conference at the Sherman House sparked chants and plans for a larger rally at Aldine Hall next Sunday to press for recovery of funds and hold directors accountable.

Chicago Dime Savings Bani Gether Sherman House Ted Fao Behdgmee Conrad Elvis Walt Wren Shorely Marin Aldine Hall Tardolph Street J. Mi Tie Sea Sohiy le Coll Liem Laie Woollawen Pouta Dime Savings Bank

Fossil turtle expedition to Inyo County expected

Colonel T. WwW and party depart Pomona California for Inyo County to collect fossil turtle remains sent by Field Columbian Museum. They plan to spend over $700, aim to retrieve specimens for Piedmont and Chicago museums. Two turtles exceed fifteen feet in circumference and weigh more than a ton. Location kept vague near the Nevada line amid forest fossil remains.

Field Columbian Museum Inyo Pomona Cal Colonel T Inve County Field Columbian Museum of Cage Hiricks Maine Brosk Nevada

Spat on Court Floor Fined Five Dollars

Frank Magon, accused of spitting on the floor of Justice Richardson's court, received a five dollar fine plus costs under the new public spitting regulation. He had originally faced a charge of attempting to pick pockets, which was dismissed at police request. Detectives Cowdry and Ripley observed the incident outside Peabody’s jewelry.

Chicago Frank Magon Justice Richardson Mason Justineichardson Otter Cowdry Ripley Peacok State Street Norking Mminute Kerr Costa

Schlatter Healer Said Retreating To Mexico Mountains

Beaver Feb 5 Pranels Schlatter the renowned healer has gone into retreat living in the mountains of Mexico. A Denver man claims he is fasting and receiving guidance from unseen voices. Clarence Clark, a close friend, says Schlatter is under spiritual control andsoon may resume public work with new dispensation.

Beaver Pranels Schlatter Mexico Schlatter Clarence Clark Clark New Mexico Denver Socrates Joan of Arc Schbatter Mr. Clark Sehlatter

Public Toilet Booths Proposed in Chicago Downtown

Commissioner Joseph Downey backs public toilet booths as a downtown necessity. City engineer James Pennyeuict plans iron booths with glass canes and ad revenue from inside and outside displays. Downey envisions double entrances to aid escapes if attacked, with connections to city water and sewerage systems.

Chicago Public Works Joseph Downey Te City James G. Pennyeuict Ely Commissioner of Downey Byjarr Mrr Elleretick Mr. Downey

Bertillon System Adopted for Pittsburg Police

George W. Miller of UI named to implement the Bertillon system for identifying criminals in Pittsburg. Measurements taken at the penitentiary will be sent to Washington, D. C., as detectives begin applying the method locally. Weather notes from Chicago forecast partly cloudy conditions and snow possible in Kansas.

Pittsburg George W. Miller Pittsbore Mnier Fitch Miller Western Penitentiary International Association of the Chiefs of Police Washington, D. C

Whan You Want Leavenworth Coal Fronterac or Weir aa Da

A terse item notes coal availability and transport terms from Leavenworth, mentioning Fronterac and Weir as possible sources. The brief signals class goods or freight options in a city market, with emphasis on supply details and access for buyers.

Leavenworth Coal Fronterac Weir

Havana Quakes Threaten Capital as Weyler Returns

A Havana rumor says General Weyler may return amid raids and rising alarm in the capital. Officials fear Rivera's moves, while censorship intensifies. In Puerto Principe six women and others, including an editor, are jailed by order of the governor, escorted to the jail.

Cincinnati Commercial Tribune Key Westays Havana Weyner Uessy General Rivera Abumada Weyler Rivera de Latne Havang Manavia Puerto Principe Anl Hirienners Senora Convepelan Agramonte Sanches Agramonte Maxima Gomex Angela Silva Lopercio Loperelé Gabriela Varona de Iranda Augusta Evix Adan Rodrigues A. Godriguex Santa Clara el Public of Eduardo Zequira

Col Crofton Forced Out of Army by Presidential Action

Col Crofton of the Fifteenth Infantry was arbitrarily relieved by order of the president. The War Department had sought his retirement for two years, using medical boards and intimations to friends, but no action could be completed. The president finally applied the remedy, marking a rare case in the Carr-era. Crofton previously commanded the Fifteenth Infantry at Fort Sheridan and Chicago, later stationed at Havana, N M, after the troop reorganization.

Washington Col. Roberts. Crofton Fifteenth Infantry War Department Col. Croften Bia Crafton Carr Col Crofton Fort Rhorilan Chicato van Veith Jaye Broune Col Crutiun Trelant Hle Ealiant Antevite Silloh Chickaros Rt Havani, N. M Treope

MISS MCKINLEY WILL STUDY MUSIC IN EUROPE

Miss McKinley niece of the president elect plans to go abroad to study music. She is at the same hotel that sheltered Melba when she visited. Melba’s mentor ship for an hour encouraged the young singer to pursue her European studies. The second item notes the American Cotes Company forming in Trenton with capital stock of 10000.

Europe New York Mabel Meinley Marchesi Melba Artate Trenton American Cotes Company Secretary of State Jersey City Henry ©. Havemeyer Theodore Havemeyer John E. Parson John F. Searles

Palma Says Its Too Late For Cuban Autonomy Plan

New York February fifth Senor Palma leader of the Cuban junta/* in New York was asked if insurgents would lay down arms upon the plan of reforms. He said genuine autonomy offered before arms might have averted bloodshed yet insisted Cuba will not accept any compromise that implies subjection or independence is nonnegotiable. He affirmed Cubans will not yield to Spanish rule and have shown they can defeat the Spaniards and secure freedom.

New York Senor Palma Cuba Arame

Mr Cleveland Shows Unusual Courtesy to Incoming President

The article notes Mr Cleveland extending courtesy to the incoming president. It mentions his ongoing correspondence with Mr Ackinney and Mr Cleveland’s preparation to share information and state papers. It highlights Cleveland’s experience and readiness to pass on administration details.

Mr.cleveland

Woman's Free Silver Club Endorsement Clarified

The secretary Gracie Hart states the club has not endorsed Mrs. Henry for police matron. Endorsements Mrs. Henry received come from individuals and from the organization only in an unofficial capacity.

Mrs. Henry Gracie Hart Woman's Free Silver Club Henry Fia

Mrs Skeels Endorses Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets In Iowa

Mrs Sarah Skeels of Lynnville Iowa credits twenty five years of dyspepsia relief to Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets. She reports complete recovery after one pack and urges friends to try the remedy. The Stuart Co Marshall Michigan promotes the tablet as a targeted cure for dyspepsia and related indigestion. A free booklet on stomach troubles is offered.

Sarah A. Skeets Lynnville Janper County Iowa Farah A. Skeels Stuart Stuart Co Marshall, Mich Mar- Shell, Bich

Senate Saloons Debate Delays Nicaragua Canal Action

The U S Senate session in Washington featured sharp exchanges over the capitol saloon issue with Morrill and Hill leading the debate. The talks stretched into the afternoon delaying the Nicaragua canal bill as Lodge and Chandler sparred over immigration and corporate influence.

John A Logan Seeks Appointed Minister to Austria Hungary

John A Logan is named a candidate for minister plenipotentiary and envoy extraordinary to Austria Hungary. His tours abroad and study of diplomacy are cited as qualifications. He has had audiences with President-elect McKinley and urged General Alger for secretary of war in the cabinet.

America Hepsburgs Court Youngstown John A. Logan Austria-Hungary Logan McKinney Loran Canton General Alger

Meat department price list reflects bulk meat options

Meat department items include Choice Staak four pounds Skinned or Plain Hams at California Hams per pound Fresh Pork three pounds Choice Bacon per pound Sausage three pounds Spring Chickens two for Use of period pricing suggests a mid 20th century grocery listing with condensed quantity offers and unit prices.

California

Taken to the Poor Farm Old Flagman at Eight Street Crossing

Old Santa Fe flagman known as Tommy Corish ends his duty at the Eighth Street crossing. He saved many lives by warning drivers of approaching trains and refused to quit despite aging joints. After a government care request, he is sent to the cool farm, leaving Topeka for good.

Eighth Street Tommy Conrah Santa Fe Corish Uttle Square Tom_my Fagman Tommy Corish Commissioner Hale Hale Fasman Sailer Jones Topeka

Toleston Club Censure Sparks Calumet Marsh Drain Plan

At the Lake County farmers institute in Crown Point, about 400 farmers denounced the Toleston Gun Club of Chicago and pressed for state action. They want funds to drain the Calumet marsh, estimated at 360,000, and resolutions will be sent to the legislature. Trustee Banks urged opposing foreign game preserves and called for removing the criminal disgrace from the county.

Crown Point Ind Farmers' Institute of Lake County Tolleston Gun Club of Chicago Calumet Farmers’ Institute

Oelrichs Sworn Foreman of City Grand Jury

Herman Oetriche Oelrichs is elected foreman of the grand jury in New York County. A prominent society figure, amateur athlete, and North German Lloyd agent, he is noted for wealth from marriage to Senator Fair’s daughter and for prior service as foreman.

Gotham Mallonaire New York Herman Oetriche North German Lloyd Steamship Company Fair Fifth Avenue

When You Want Yesne Te Penneyl Com Ad Notes

Fragmentary classified item mentions WESSEN COAL Co telephone 698 East Fourth Street. Mentions mending and sewing on buttons at no charge and Peerless Steam Laundry.

Penneyl.com Wessen Coal Co East Fourth St de Mendlig Tree of Charge

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