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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jan 01, 1898

Page

8

New Year Festivities Highlight Windsor Gifts and Visits

London shoppers gripe at holiday trade slowdowns as Jubilee celebrations continue. Queen distributed New Year gifts at Windsor for about 1,000 recipients, with 4,000 loaves of bread and 100 tons of coal. Prince and Princess of Wales to visit Chatsworth and Devonshire, amid theatres and balls. Lady Anne Coventry’s wedding to Prince Dhee Singh slated for January 4. US ambassador and wife visit the baron of Crows after a hunting accident. economy notes large government outlays across Indian, colonial, breweries, entertainment, and cycling sectors.

Lenton England Tone Windsor Cartie Princess of Wales Victoris Walen Deckess Devonshire Chateworth Yhuntaina Cascates Resdeinh Churchill Anne Coven- Er Seqpad Farl of Coyy Dhee Singh Enited Cal. John Hay Mra Hay Bari Cheshire Mounds Ainge Tae O

PENSION OFFICE SCRUTINY PROMPTS ATTORNEY UPROAR

Washington June 1 Pension Commissioner Evans provoked sharp attacks from pension attorneys and claim agents nationwide. A resolution is expected in Congress to investigate alleged delays and misconduct at the pension office, led by veterans who claim to defend old soldiers. The plan follows precedent and targets alleged delays in granting pensions.

Washington Evans United States Itte Congress Albérto

Cook's Deputies and Altered Sheriff Appointments

Late Friday afternoon Porter and Cook announced the office force: Joseph Hanna, W H Williams, Carl Taween, Frank Beerad, and W Parker. All but one were named in the Journal’s forecast. Hanna is a farmer from Williamsport, with a noted record. Williams is known as Hal Williams and has served as constable. Parker is described as sober and reliable. Fletcher Helm of Silver Lake is omitted, despite earlier indorsements. Cook may appoint a sixth deputy and plans to run for sheriff with assistance from Nis won if needed. Cook has not decided whether to move to the sheriff's residence or stay nearby, and legal proceedings continue for warrants. Kerry & Bors expected to be Mr Cook's attorneys for the term.

Fhdey Cook Josph Hanna W. H Wilaams Carl Taween Frank Béeard W. Parker Uwe Hanna Withiamsport W. H. Wu- Mame Hal- Wiliam Oscar Bischoff Lawson le Aml Fletcher Bitver Lake Coole Kind Jutt Kerry & Bors Mr. Cook

Topeka Creamery Debates Move Over Display Space

In Topeka Kansas on December 3 1587 the Warner and Potter firm states they have not vacated and cannot find a place to move their stock of carriages. The room is full and they question the committee about terms and storage as they defend their right to remain for a public display.

Warner & Potter Hamilton Hall Topeka Kan Topeka State Journal

Lottie Bowes Possibly Coming to Crawford Theater

Negotiations are in progress for Lottie Bowes appearance in Crawford theater with a Topten date tentatively set for March 1. The actress, noted for her beauty and talent, recently toured with Hoyts production A Berean in the Sore. Bowes left here last fall to join a stock company in Louisville and then moved to New York as a leading lady in Hoyts farce.

Lottie Bowes Hoyts Crawford Crawford Theater New York

Death of German statesman Price Bismarck reported

Hendon January 1 The Evening News of Utils city reports the death of Price Bis marck Otto von Diermarck the Iron Chancellor born April 3 1816 in the District of Mudgeturk He studied furte pranence and political science at Gottmnelt Admitted to the bar in 1335 He aligned with German politics until 142 when he succeeded Prince Hephenzullern as prime minister William T made him a pelies and CREEL of the German empire in

Sam Arbor Hendon Newa of Utils City Price Binmuarck Otto Edeird Leopold von Prince Hephenzullern Willian T. A

Gov Osborn to Marry Meadville Widow Richmond

Ex governor Thomas A Osborn reportedly engaged to Margaret Richmond of Meadville Pa widow of J M Richmond. Wedding planned for early spring. Richmond widow and her 14 year old daughter Marguerite have lived with A B Edmond Gay. Osborn’s fiancee was Miss Fowler age 19. She described as petite with auburn hair and many admirers.

Meadville Thomas A. Osborn Margaret Richmond Topeka Richmond Marguerite A. B. Tcdmond Gay Osborn Miss Fowler

Combination of Twenty Firms Controls Great Water Trade

Chicago figure Edwin Corbin announces a merger forming a single company to manage 150,000,080 pounds of fish yearly, with Dutch bankers backing and offices to be opened in New York, Buffalo, Cleveland, Chicago, Milwaukee, Cincinnati, Indianapolis, St Louis, Denver, and more. The plan includes cold storage plants and a nationwide distribution network across lakes and regions.

Chicago Jen L.edwin Corbin Chicako Hie Jakux United States Paninulite Hon Gebentire Anghind Iuadel Nuariyte Amsterdam Holland New York Boffalo Erie Cleveland Sardusky Toledo Delralt Milwaukee Cineinaatt Indienapolle Pittsture St. Paul Minneapolis Solutt Kunea

Kansas City Bid To Host Future Trading On Board of Trade

Kansas City voters approve establishing future trading via the board of trade. The article notes few transactions as arrangements with elevators progress and references intercity routes and grain grades No 2 hard winter and No 2 red winter for 50 pound weights.

Kansas City Kansenelty Board of Trade Elecators Banta Pe Intementa Chicuje Interkste de St Lenly Port Arthur Ramidus Tavnt Graii Gulf Points Ehrausts Kuneas M. G Ferd Ruidell’s. Tih DeVhs G. W. Stansfeld

Leonard Photoera Cure a Cold in One Day Claim

An ad claims Leonard Photoera cures a cold in one day with Lexative Bromo Quinine tablets, refund if ineffective. It notes genuine tablets bear 1. B. G. marking and warns of personal health issues like continual hair loss. The ad ends with Cluf Ekberg, a merchant tailor at 7 Kansas Avenue offering clothing services.

Hull Cluf Ekberg Kansas Avenue

New Year Trade Review Reports Fewer Failures and Bright Outlook

R G Dun and Co Weekly Review of Trade notes year end failures smaller than any year since 183, with total liabilities about 180.9 million and bank failures 25.8 million. Commercial failures reach 15,200 with 154.4 million in liabilities, manufacturing dominant at 39.0 million. Despite fears, industries push into foreign markets while wages rise and business activity grows, wheat and corn prices fluctuate as Atlantic and Pacific exports influence the market. Overall weekly and monthly indices show notable gains and improved confidence, with declines in some grains as market conditions stabilize.

New York R. G. Dun & Co Weekly Review of Trade Talon Nzos Sions Bolt Voice of Business Chicago Atlantic Parte Atlantic Ixhols United States Canada

White House prank ends with arrest at presidential grounds

A young white man named Prank B Kaichecsk was arrested near the White House yesterday afternoon and taken to the police station. Officials will review his sanity. He claimed the president owned much of his property and sought it. He appeared rambling but not dangerous. Papers on his person indicated discharge from the Boise Idaho barracks on the 33rd of last month.

Washington, Jan. L Prank Bkaichecsk White House Talcheeski Bose, Idaho

State Board appoints officials for ex state superintendents

The state board of education approved Chancellor Snow President Rowke and President Taylor to be committed to secure photos of ex state superintendents. It also rewrites rules on spelling and penmanship exams with emphasis on composition. A charter was issued to McCune Creamery Company. Governor Leedy and state officers will attend an interstate cake walk in Wichita this afternoon. The annual stockholder meetings of certain Kansas chartered institutions must be held within the state. Grain-O ad promotes the coffee substitute.

State Board of Education Snow Rowke Taylor Leedy Boyle Chas M. Rost State House Dave Louky Ye Barors Oklahoma Borte Kansas

Mrs Grants Sarcophagus Copy Shipped To New York

The Montello quarry completed a granite sarcophagus copy for Mrs U S Grant. It matches the sarcophagus made last summer for General Grant and will be shipped to New York City tomorrow.

General Grant Montello Wir Montelly U. S. Grant

Pullman Family Receives Life Policy Proceeds

The twins of the late George M. Pullman are set to receive about $15,000 each from life insurance policies tied to his estate. The will provides annual stipends and notes the policies are separate from those funds. Other heirs, including Mrs Florence Pullman Lowden and Mrs Herrst Paitesin Cachikn, are also mentioned in connection with the policies.

Chicka George M. Pullin Cutie Pospeeto Pullmar Florence Pullman Lowden Herrst Paitesin Cachikn California Mr. Pullman Alan Sememered

Deaths and Funerals Notice and Masonic Meeting

Mrs Emma Meer aged 28 died last night at her residence after a surgical operation. Funeral tomorrow afternoon at the family home. Joseph Willett aged years died last night at Maple Hill residence. Funeral tomorrow at his home. Members of Amity Lodge No 231K P H attended to meet at Castle Hall at 1 o clock to attend the funeral of Bro W S Walk ie. Services at the Howell at 2 o clock p m Sunday Jan 2 8. Members of other lodges invited. AN GOODMAN IR 8 T V MURPHY CC

Emma Meer Jock Scorss Joseph Willett Amdty Lodge Art Maret Castle Hall Howel Orlock Goodman T. V. Murphy

New Year's Wallers Feature Smaller Cards and Varied Design

New Year calling cards shift from grand posters to compact designs in the city. Names such as W. Macferran, C. A. Holt, and H. S. Valentine appear on modest cards with inscriptions like A Happy New Year. Several gentlemen and clergymen carry plain or lightly ornamented cards, some titled Our Second Annual Tower, with dedications to ladies and humorous mottoes.

C. P. Adams Adam Iros New York O- D. Adams J. Valentine W. R. Adams H. 5 Valentinne L. S. Chamberlain Embree J. W. Abrahams BV. Case P Adams Warren N. Akers Horace Macferran W. N. West Ralph Peterson Te. Co Bronson Snd Juba FE Poston J. K. Hudson Hudson Paul Hudson Harry, Smith U.S A Frink E. Weer Harold T. Chase Harry O. Garver del Patel AL W. Dana Eli Oke Wan A. Fellows L & Ferr Rda PD Merriam Ti Doran Reetet Howins Naimey Austin Hinek Luther Netliz Carl Neils Ernest Medticutt Berty Wiliam Wiidal Harry Seatrook Torrence Ewart

Residents startled by local manufactory assignment event

The Thomastoy residents learned that a well house dime manufacturing company at Bur meas O'Brien and Co. would be assigned for the benefit of their sired ag ae detis. Purchaser Yves saved the time of Ayer's Cherry Pectoral a repeat com quite tient.

Maine Manuficturing Co Rocklich Thomastoy Houwo Dime Manuufacturing Burmeas O'Brien & Co Ag Ae Maneibatte Yves Saveg Ayer Tient

Rush of Mad Horses In New York Parade Tragedy

Chicago delegates witnessed a carnival disaster in New York City as horses drawing a Chicago carriage ran wild, injuring about 18 people and causing panic. Ambulances ferried victims to hospitals amid a throng awaiting the parade.

New York Chicago St. Vincent

The Wedding Ring and the Drama of Domestic Life

Fragmentary piece discusses marriage love and motherhood as life’s core joys while warning of tragedy from infidelity disease and loss. It references feminine age roles and the dangers of weak wifely vows, describing aims to protect family happiness and infant safety.

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