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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 17, 1897

Page

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Defense Theory in Johnson Case Hinges on Keys to Dissecting Room

Jurors hear testimony on whether others besides Johnson had keys to the dissecting room at the medical college. Mrs Van Fleet’s mother testifies about the burial and signs of trauma on the body, with officials recounting the discovery and handling of the coffin and cadaver. The defense argues other individuals may have had access to cadavers while the prosecution outlines committee roles and procedures for obtaining bodies.

Benjamin Smotth Reo Percy Judge Thompson Samuel A- Johnson Campbell Petey Collee Jidge ‘Thompson Ee A . Blienye Alma Steve Charles Lchrader Mr. Dines Mr. Campbell Jude Thomsin Johnson Yves Topeki Snes Thompson Fred Zefferjohn Snne Mr. Zeffertohn Junge Thompson Udee Thompson Chas Schra Reichber W Abe McWilliams John Best Best Zelferjohn John Lucas King A. J. Perry J.B. Hard Porters St. Louis Topeka Mr. Headington J. W. Morton Jetmers van Fleet Wook Rochester van Pibet Medical College J. O. van Fleet J. L. Furber Fieelick Buren Scinday North Topeka Mary Raymond Whli State Me Tadine Hye College Byte Mra Raymond Clarence Sort Disnes Willits Hall Willams Tim Boney Jobe Hatsci HS. van Peet Bulleze de. Coleco Alkire

Bryan to Speak in Topeka Friday Night

William J. Bryan has accepted an invitation to Topeka and will address the public Friday night. The venue is undecided but likely Representative or Hamilton hall. arrangements are being made by Representatives Rothweller Jones and Harvey with various senators and locals.

Will Topeka William J. Bryan Kavnas Trgtztarure Representative Hamilton Hall Bryan Mileht Harvey Lincoln Neb Ntriva W. J. Bryan Rothweller Jaaulns Harvey Poyss Miiteever

The Medicine Men

The American Newspaper Publishers association held a special meeting at the Hoffman House last night before its annual session starting today. Big proprietary concerns sent representatives to confer on mutual interests, with a joint committee to report at the three day event. President Chas. W. Knapp of St. Louis will preside as nearly every state is expected to be represented.

New York American Newspaper Publishers Association Hoffman House Chas. W. Knapp St. Louis

Warship note warns Greece on Crete attacks

A meeting aboard an Italian flag ship produced a joint note from Admiral Canevaro and foreign powers threatening to repel any assault on Canea Retimo Heraklion or Silis. The move aims to keep Crete calm and peaceful amid mounting tensions.

Cretan Canes Crete Canevaro Consi Fircece Canea Retimo Heraklion Silis

Riot in Iowa House as Republicans Protest Rules

The Iowa House erupted into a loud standoff when Republicans shouted from desks protesting a calendar revision. Speaker Pro Tem Welles ordered arrests, but sergeant-at-arms duties faltered as disorder spread, forcing a recess amid claims of constitutional rights and procedural chaos.

House of Representatives Dunsmore Welles Wellep Brown Pratt House Trueblood Pop Lambert Lyon Thince

Insurrection in Iowa House Ends After Raucous Session

In a stormy session, Republicans demanded a roll call as Populists heckled Speaker Welles. Larimer led a desk climb pleading for a vote as aides and reporters documented the uproar. The melee paused with caucus moves and a plan to reconvene for a roll call if needed.

Topeka Auditorium Bill Delayed by Legislature

A heated dispute over the Topeka auditorium measure shows the bill never reached introduction in either house. Representative McKeever says he has not seen the bill despite copies given to him, while Senator Sterne offers to introduce it. Mayoral and Commercial Club officials urge action, arguing the project benefits the entire state and should be funded by constitutional means with a public vote.

Harry Larimer Brooke Charles Lobdell Fitzgerald Ford Speaker Horn Jackson Camanche Stuart United States Cody Larimér Mr. Lariner Larimer Mr. Groeke Mr. Larimer Welles Senate Johnson Labettie Pay Wetten Johson Welle Street Mr. Wellep Weilep Tila Row Barkley Wot Republicase Keerar Por Speaker Street WW. A Lareis Tie House Iuw Lambert Loterell McKeever Barker House Pairchild Kingman Feirenlich Topeka Auditorium A W. Dana Commercial Club Committee Bird Bird Bird Journaial Fellows Typeka Jegislature H. W. Neiswanger Samuel T. Howe Tis Nebowariger Dana Gudorkim Topeka Po Ileal Igerep Shawzee Cotsty Eka

Topekan Wil Either Or Hock De Witton Amortie Result

Fragmentary OCR notes mention Topekan Wil and Hock De Witton in connection with an amortie result. Details are unclear but indicate a contested outcome or decision awaiting confirmation.

Topekan Hock de Witton

Saloon curbs near as Washington Readies Dispensary Law

Olympia February 17 Washington moves toward a prohibitory dispensary system modeled on South Carolina. The Cline bill passed the house 47 to 0, giving government control of liquor via a state commission with county appointees dispensing liquor. No retail sales, no drinkable premises, and limits on quantities. Support from middle ground Populists and some Silver Republicans. Senate action anticipated. constitutional amendment on initiative and referendum also approved. senate provision for sugar infantry bounty noted.

Washington South Carolina Olympia Wash Newor South Caroline Senate House Auger Infantry

Opening Meeting of National Congress of Mothers in Washington

The opening session in the Arington hotel banquet hall drew a throng of women. Mrs Hearst served as vice president and introduced president Mrs Theodore W. Birney who outlined aims like child training and kindergartens. Mrs Cleveland hosted at the White House after the assembly. crowds overflowed, shattering some glass in the corridors.

Washington First National Congress of Mothers Artington Hotel Mra Hearst Tiearat Theodore W. Tirney Congress Birney Cleveland White House Sone

Governor Leedy Invites Creamery Meet to Topeka

Gov Leedy asks National Association of Creamery Butter makers to meet in Topeka Kansas February 17. Delegates bustle amid a chilly day as papers on starters and cream acidity are presented by W B Leighton of Wilistertown and H Fr Bondgaard of Lightell. The convention voices support for bringing the next meeting to Topeka and building an auditorium to host the great organization.

National Association of Buttermakers Topska Owatania Min Chicago Fr. Bonder Gaard Litrhtell

Wagon Works Fail to Borrow Money in Park Prenure

Judge Batley heard tax appeals for Peyton Th Farr son, general receiver for the Auburn Wagon Works at Martinsburg. The assessment stood at 319,000 with a deficit of 5. The past months show the business facing serious difficulty in securing funds. T.C. Ward & Co. were managers of the works, though banks may suffer small losses.

Prenure W. Va Judee Batley Peyton Farrson le Auburn Martinsburg Ness T.C. Ward & Co

The Gages Visit Virginia Springs for Rest

The Gages and Mr and Mrs Gage arrive in Virginia Springs by Chesapeake and Ohio Railway this morning. They plan a brief rest at the springs before continuing on to Washington, accompanied by Hon. Eytan and others who were selected for secretary roles.

Gages Virginia Washington Eytan Gage

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