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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 11, 1897

Page

2

Palace private car built for McKinley era trip to Washington

Canton magnate John Miller built a luxurious private car with solid oak walls and a double framework top for the 1890s inauguration journey. It features cushioned interiors, extensive storage, a dining area, and a decorated gallery, aimed at safe travel and lavish comfort for Mr. Miller and guests.

Canton Washington John B. Millar Waite John F. Miter Miter Asu Tony Kod Atwarr Hyer Ruschina Garman Emig Ciler Walid Hyd Hinother Leribert McKinkes McKinley Miller McKintey BioKintey Mr. Miller Woley McKmiley Wiens Maren Learak Mark Munna Cleveland Louis St. Louie Charce Wifver Malls Abd Ma Mich van Deenenithi Smckinsey

Dawntless Strikes Back In Jacksonville Port Case

Attorney General Harmon received a telegram from the U.S. attorney in Jacksonville stating an injunction was sought to restrain the port collector and the revenue cutter Boutwell from interfering with the Dawntless Dawn. The ship lay at Jacksonville with the Boutwell anchored nearby under orders not to permit the Dawnders to depart. The attorney general informed Judge Long that the hearing date was too soon to prepare and asked for an extension.

Washington Harmon United States Jacksonville Fis Houtwell Jacksamyilte Boutwell Lonke

Betancourt Leaves Cubs for Havana Expulsion

Havana reports Dr Gaspar Hetan Court released from prison Monday evening expelled from Cuba. He departs on the Mascotte with Senor Arango a political offender and two men Pan talons and Auguilla. no atropine glasses mined without musical use by Chas Bennett.

Betancourt Cubs Havana Gaspar Hetan Court Cuba Senor Twocencta Arango Pantalons Auguilla Chas Bennett

Miles' $50,000 Washington House Gift Stirring Senate Probe

Washington, Feb. 11. New York friends of Gen. Nelson A Miles plan to present him a Washington residence as a reward for Chicago riot work. Senator Allen's resolution directs military affairs to examine the propriety of army officers receiving gifts. A letter from Henry Adams to Col Huntington solicits funds for the house and outlines substantial pledges. Dr. Allen objects to gifts to officers and the inquiry promises developments.

Chicago Washington New York J. Edward Simmons Frederick D. Tappen Col Henry Adams Broadwas Bir Nelson A. Miles Miles Boston Alien

Henry Wolcott Talks on Mining and Bimetallism

Henry R. Wolcott, brother of Colorado Senator Wolcott, at the Gilsey House in New York, comments on the delayed prosperity after McKinley’s election, mining activity in Colorado especially Cripple Creek, and silver versus gold politics. He says eastern magnates could settle the free silver question if they choose, but have decided against it.

New York Henry R. Wolcott Senator Wolcott Colorado Gilsey House Aera McKinley White House Congress Wes Cripple Creek

L A W ON ROADS SPEAKER AT ALBANY MEETING

L A W ON ROADS Albany Peb 11 A R Choate of Minneapolis led the afternoon session of the coed roads meeting focusing on highway legislation. He argued that laws allowing farmers to work out bad taxes in kind created more bad roads than any other road statute and urged the I A W to enter politics to help secure better roads. James Owen of Newark, New Jersey spoke on the history of the good roads movement.

Albany A. R. Choate Minneapolis Highway Legisla Hon

King Oscar Willing to Act as Arbitrator When Called

New York Feb 11 The World tomorrow prints a Stockholm dispatch with an interview of King Oscar who, while not discussing politics, reiterates his willingness to serve as mediator in the English American dispute. He says actions should judge him more than words and offers to help when needed.

King Oscar New York Stockholm Sweden Ing Gschr Willinenesa i Mrbie Trator

Greece in earnest as Greek torpedo flotilla sails for Crete

Athens reports Prince George of Greece leading a torpedo flotilla toward Crete to block Turkish landings. Praises from Crete refugees accompany the departure while Italian and British officials monitor the evolving crisis. Dispatches note Crete's religious dimension and international efforts to avoid rupture with Turkey.

Athens Prince George Greece Han Crete Minorce Gvorwe George Retimo Naples Canavado Times Canea Heraklion The Standard Porte Chronicle Vienna Rete Turkey

Eames Under the Knife Surgeons Report Op

Noted singer Mme Emma Eames underwent a surgical operation today in New York at the Marie Antoinette hotel. The procedure was successful though a full return to singing in the city is deferred for prudence. She plans to sing in Chicago around February 25, pending no complications.

Eames New York Mme Emma Eames Story Mariie Antoinette Hotel Sixty-sixthy Street Boulevard Julian Story Chicago West Mme. Eames

Wheelock Arrives. Plans Fitzsimmons Corbett Fight

San Francisco report says promoter Wheelock with Dan Stuart arrived from Reno and will stage the Merit fight around noon on March 13. Travel plans imply fans may depart the city for Nevada on March 16, reach the state morning of the 17th, attend the afternoon bout, then return by evening.

San Francisco W. K. Wheelock Dan Stuart Reno Wheelock Npa Pacific Coast Nevade Nevada

Santa Fe Route Home Road Fare Notice

Santa Fe Route advertises round trip fare Salina Kansas for February 12 through 17 with return by February 0, best service. Special train from Strong City at 12:05 pm. Agent W. C. Garvey. Also mentions healing salves and a DeWitt hip joint pellet product with testimonials.

Grand Lodge AF. & A Salina Kan Peke Strong City W. C. Garvey Ward L. Smith Frederickstown Europe America Chamberlain Iim Santa Fe Latlna Grand Lodge Topeka

WOMAN CHARGED IN ARREST OF MATHER COMPANY LEADER

New York February 11 Brief saga of Mrs Hoffman Martin aims for stage life ends in court over beating a boarding house keeper and threatening actor J Henley. She faced charges, claimed support from Rev Charles Parkhurst, and was jailed on bail after Magistrate Deel set bonds.

Margaret Mather New York Hoffman Martin Jefferson Market Court J. J. Henley Charles H. Parkhurst Nellie A/ Ralph West Twenty-seventh Street Dugan Ralph Henley Deel Hall

Pyramid Pile Cure Promises Quick Relief From Piles

An old advertisement-style piece extols Pyramid Pile Cure as a safe, speedy remedy for piles, claiming it relieves pain, restores sleep and appetite, and may avoid surgical operations. It touts universal reliability, urges purchase through a drug company, and emphasizes low cost compared to surgery.

Mayde Aude Jang Sven m Lght Emees Eanier Albion Warutacterers

Hushed Forever as Tenor Castlemary Drops Dead on Stage

Armand Castlemary, a leading bass in Protow’s Martha at the Metropolitan Opera House, collapsed during the second scene of the first act. He died within minutes, in view of a large audience, while fellow cast members and friends tried to aid him.

New York Armand Castlemary Tristano Protow Martha Metropolitan Opera House Castlemary Mary Engle Hawk de Beark Sisner Cremont Jean de Heszke

Old Soldiers Oppose Moving Topeka Pension Office

Kansas City February 11 old soldiers oppose moving the Topeka pension office to St Louis. They say the plan is a political move and would injure pensioners by distance. Local voices favor keeping the office in Topeka or consolidating districts to cut costs while preserving access for veterans.

Topeka Pension Agency Kansas City Topeka St Louis Kansas Ross Griffin St. Louis McKinley Billy Stewart George Magers Francis.t. Smith E. F. Rogers

Hydrants Dispute Highlights City Water Fight

City Attorney Bird prepares an answer in U S circuit court over hydrant rent for South Topeka, now part of the city water system. The water company seeks 5000 for twelve hydrants after incorporation, while Bird argues statute limits or timely action, and the case proceeds in federal court.

Bird United States Circuit South Topatea South Topeka

Strike Hits Melgsth Glass Plant In Indiana

A 400 worker strike began at the Melgsth Glass plant in Indiana today amid long standing material quality complaints. Workers say glass has been poor for weeks hindering production. A company committee will seek an adjustment with management.

Wood Ind Melgsth Glass Company

Pasteur Opponent Dr Bourgoin Dead in Paris

Dr Bourgoin a noted opponent of Pasteur’s theories has died in Paris. He served as a member of the chamber of deputies. A separate notice invites readers to remember Bishop Warren at the First M. E. Church in one week with admission set at 24 cents. An advertisement touts a liver health claim and promotes "Dewitt's Lilley Bennett era" blue pills by G W Stansfield.

Pasteur Paris Dr. Bourgoin Dr. Pasteur Chamber of Deputies Warren M.el

Jury Grows Tired as Verdict Slips in Bar Creek Case

A judge grows exasperated by a juror stalemate over a shooting verdict. The foreman, bloodied but defiant, urges speed while arguing the prisoner’s guilt. The jury returns a guilty verdict after a tense, noisy session ending with a hurried march to Bar Creek for a dog fight.

Arger Bar Creek B’ar Creek A. B. Lewis New York

Outside Trust Companies Forced to Meet Illinois Standards

Appellate court upholds removal of Farmers’ Loan & Trust from co trustee role of Lake Street elevated mortgage. Decision requires outside trust companies to deposit 300000 with state auditor, else removal. Ruling signals further restructuring of trusteeships and challenges to out of state trust firms operating in Illinois. Includes unrelated notices on health ads and a rail route schedule.

Illinois Chicago Superior Court Cook County Farmers’ Loan & Trust Company Lake Street Rattroud First Mortenee Farmery' Loan & Prumt Company trusi@e New York Trust Company Farmore’ Loai Decimnn Tate Timels Trust

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