Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Topeka State Journal in Topeka, Kansas

We have 6,677,888 pages in Kansas

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 23 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jan 10, 1898

Page

6

Groker to Buy Brookdale Stock Farm Contested

New York reports Richard Croker and partners eyed Brookdale stock farm, but a Brookdale agent denied the purchase. The Herald notes Croker recently inspected the property and discussed maps and prices with local attorneys and associates, while changes in ownership and profitability tied to Monmouth Park’s fate are mentioned.

New York the Herald Anystat Richard Croker Lewis Thoripean We Hrooltiie Tammany Leader Herald Croker Charia Monmouth County Aituenay Lewin C Win Thompson Brockdale IMG Halph TopEnoatie Monmouth Park Race Track

CANDIDATES NUMBER 22 IN SIXTH DISTRICT RACE

The Sixth Congressional district lists 22 candidates from counties including Lincoln Osborn Russell and Phillipsburg. McCormick faces scrutiny over Civil War claims while veterans demand proof. Other counties with candidates named include Lileworth Ex-County and Thomas.

Congress Kansas McCormick War Department Washington William Helm Lileworth John 3. Lambert A.z.biges O Nity Iorerimtent Lincoln County SP. Dinemeore Ruswell Harry Gray Osborn W. D. Street Oberlin Pre Howe Ben Rich T County William Mielion Loan County Wes. WhieneKson Thomas Count G. Johnson Phillipsburg Ruppenthal Russel

Boyle confident on Kansas law and Missouri recharter issue

Kansas City dispatch reports Attorney General Boyle asserts Kansas law governs the cross state transfer of the Kansas City em ryante business. He notes if the company changes charters it must retain Kansas line assets and would face Missouri charter implications, warning against evading laws should the Kansas Supreme Court uphold the statute.

Kansas City Generel Boyle Kansas Miesourt Court of Last Resort Leelaintace Aissouri

Free Silver Republican Meeting Debates Internal Fight

Dr F G Lawrence notes no fight as Free Silver Republicans hold an executive committee meeting in Wimarrow to appoint county representatives and authorize literature distribution. The session aims to organize the coming campaign while tensions surface between BR W Turner and Webb McNall over leadership.

FG. Lawrence Nivornao Free Silver Republicms Wimarrow Webb McNall BR. W. Turner McNut

Shawnee County Silver Republicans Name Delegates

The Shawnee County Silver Republican League named delegates for the forthcoming conference. Elected were Samuel Farr W R Hazen J J Miller Wilson Keith Sam Jones Br T A Reed Dr M Mitchell J W Burkst W J Ward T M Jones H Purvianes Ws N Halstead M M Linkbins Nee Win Iretan D J Nichols A Boy J Vanterkirk Wow Gavity H Stevens and NS D McGinlen.

Shawnee County Silver Republican League Silver Republican Teagan Bienetallan This City Samuel Farr W. R. Hazen Guo J. Byars J. J. Miller Wilson Keith Sam Jone Br T A. Reed Db. M. Mitchell J. W. Burkst W. J. Ward T. M. Jones H. Purvianes Ws N. Halstead M. M. Linkbins Nee. Win, Iretan D. J. Nichols A. Boy J. Vanterkirk Wow. Gavity H. Stevens NS. D. McGinlen

Plans to Invade Canada by Illinois Regiment in July

A 1 300 strong Timots National Guard unit from Firat Illinois plans to cross into Canada in July. The dispatch notes it will be a peaceful invasion with officers and men bearing arms and accoutrements. A welcoming Canadian force is described as friendly and cordial.

Canada Firat Illinois Regiment Chicago Gan Ja—Tne Pirat Timots National Guard Ars Amt Dominion of Canada Dominion Regi

Snell Seeks Canadian Passage for Soldiers Through Montreat

Col Henry J. Turner asks Secretary Gage to secure Canadian permission for Hlwnpis soldiers to cross into Canada with arms in July. Gage forwards the request to the state secretary, who asks British Ambassador Sir Julian Pauncefote to obtain approval. The governor general of Canada is informed and Secretary Sherman notes a favorable response.

Tulum Pauncefute Julian Ownert Canada Dute Jan Sherman

Bank Robber Holds Up Palace Saloon in Prescott

In Prescott Arizona on January 19 a lone gunman with a pistol robbed the Palace Saloon, threatening about 20 patrons and making off with nearly all the money in sight. Authorities believe an accomplice fled with him on a northbound train.

Palace Prescott Ari

Kansas Cuban Committee Organizes Relief Subcommittee

Gov Leedy appointed a Kansas Cuban relief committee to raise funds for starving clients. State Treasurer Heffie bower J Mulvane and G. Gage of Topeka lead the central group with a Topeka base. Sub-committees cover several counties and districts to transmit results to Topeka. The governor praised extraordinary effort and urged liberal responses.

Galena Whitley Emporia N.B. Brown Concordia A. T. Peters Mankato BH. G. Toler Wichita Ttig Central Committee Topeka

Cadets Fail Examinations At West Point

West Point cadets face a surge of re examinations as semi annual tests reveal high failure rates. Dozens of squads are called before the academic board with many shaken by the results. Officials doubt more than a fraction will pass to wear the ring and sword. Examinations conclude today.

West Point Cn- Reis Anne Sam

Rainsford Skeptical on Bible Infallibility in New York Address

The Rev William Hainsford Protestant leader of St George s Church in New York says in his annual address to men that the Bible is not infallible and churches are not perfect He urges congregants to join and improve the church while admitting ministers and the Bible have weaknesses but offer guidance and hope.

New York William Hainsford St. George's Church Rainsford Met

Hetty Green's Son Wins U S Marshal Nomination

Washington January 1 Texas Republicans meet the patronage issue in the western district with the nomination of George Teyls Lichricht as United States marshal. He is State Chairman Green, Hetty Green's son, long involved in clashes with National Committeeman Rast over patronage control. Green offered the branch while Rast resisted, shaping a power struggle at the committee level.

Washington Texas Lone Star Geo. Teyls Lichricht United States Qwarshal Green Hetty Green Rast Grant

Miners Seek Ten Cent Advance At Columbus Convention

The Ohio miners convention in Columbus has decided to demand a ten cent per ton advance for the next year’s contract. The move aims to secure a fair share of prosperity for the miners as wage talks begin.

Columbus Ohio Miners Convention Vance

Social Events in Topeka Week Long Party Schedule

Topeka society notes list a week of dances and gatherings at Harmony hall Hud son s hall and Wetherell s with entertainment from Miss Lilvesicla and Miss Mulvane. Invitations extend to local clubs.Chats mention weddings visits and movers to Topeka with many local families hosting and attending events.

Guilford Dudley Harry Beckrock Harmony Hall Assembly Bungler Hudson's Hall Misa Franc Lilvesicla Margaret Mulvane Burmett Bisby Ednesday

Religious Freedom in Brophy Case Judge Sustains Bequest

Judge Doster writes the opinion in the Brophy will case upholding a Catholic bequest to son Thomas Brophy priest. Mary Brophy left wealth to children and a large sum in custody of Thomas to read a requiem for her departed soul after her death. The court rejects Abbie Harrison’s suit to break the bequest, stating no law opposes such action and noting religious persecution history and church rights support the bequest when no statute bars it.

Doster Brophy Mary Brophy Ottawa Thomas Brophy Abbie Harrison Weal Doster Fixumne England Catholi Church

Right of Contract in Freight Loss Case

The supreme Court held a railroad liable for full value of a lost shipment despite contract terms. William Sherfork of Wilson County shipped freight over the Frisco line. damages claimed covered the entire shipment. Exhibits show an agreement signed by the shipper.

Supreme Court Kansas Willian Sherfork Wilson County Duuheges

Topeka reception for Brownies Minstrel troupe ends in kiss parade

The Wan dering Minstrels led by Newhouse and Bunts arrived in Topeka to a huge welcoming crowd. A dozen girls kissed Bunts as he disembarked, with a chorus of handkerchiefs and cheers seen along the platform. The officers and company members shared remarks on the memorable greeting.

Topeka Kansas Boys Newhorne & Bunts Hrownie Company Leavenworth Lawrences Newhouse Bunts Buots Charme Aril Lee Bunia Lawrence Rownies Bunt Sho Helle

Clemens Calls for Harmony and Fusion in State Race

In a released document Clemens urges Democratic fusion to harmonize politics, proposing exchanges of offices including Governor and Attorney General, and signaling his commitment to a broader Democratic triumph. He admits past Populist rigidities and vows to convert the movement into a supportive, unified effort.

G. C. Clemens Lendy Boyle Trewils Atwood Johnson Doermicratic UK ‘East

Ben Brush Sold in Florida Real Estate Sale

James R. Keene purchases the Great Home for 25000 dollars in Jacksonville Florida. M A special report from Rockland notes M F Dwyer today sold Han Brush to Janis I Wisens for 25600 dollars.

James R. Keene Jacksonville Fis Jan M Times-Union Citises Rockland Saye M FL Dwyer Han Brush Janis I Wicens

Local column items and a burglary near Park Street

The community column lists visitors, deliveries, sales and events at Bread 2% five cents Gem Bakery Forbes Bros. stores and local residents. A burglary attempt at 4am at 414 Park Street ends with Miller pursuing two thieves. police alerted but suspects escaped toward the south.

Ichaball Gem Bakery Forbes Bros Fred Spicesburg Atchison Will Wise Forches Bros Cromwell & Jeffers Butes van Buren Street Kansae Avenue Charles Heartbure Dorothy Monroe Street Arkansas City Kansas City Bartel James Dyer Lewis Fletcher Henry Fletcher Elmer Eldridge John Jenkins Ter A. S. Palmer Chicago Kansas Avets M. E Nile Rome London America Sam Miller Park Street Miller

Casts of Pueblo Indians to Be Exhibited in Chicago Museum

Chicago January 10 The Field Columbian museum will display a unique series of authentic Pueblo casts made from life by Geo A Dorsey and sculptor F B Melville. They traveled to Oralbi Arizona to obtain the casts and related props for a remarkable display, including a weaver two women grinding corn a bread maker potter and more.

Chicago Field Columbian Museum Wield Museum Geo. A. Dorsey F. B. Melville Starr Oralbi Mesals Arizona

The Brownies in Topeka a Mixed Stage Return

A Topeka review notes The Brownies failed to meet last year’s expectations with changes and worn scenery, but highlights Palmer Cox’s appearance and the Wandering Minstrel duo Clarence Bunt and James Newhouse. The piece includes market notes on cotton and grain, with mixed receipts and prices across commodities and cities.

Oriental Ballet Romulo Brothers Patmer Cox Me. Cox Bownie Palmer Cox Clarence Bunt Santa Fe State House James Newhouse Lawrence Topeka

Market Report Delivers Mixed Wheat and Livestock Cues

Jan 10 market notes show wheat slipping early in Liverpool and Paris trading, with May around 97.9 cents and some recovery later as demand appears. Corn and oats stay dull with narrow moves, hogs and cattle mixed receipts steady to weaker, and Kansas City market listing steady to soft with Texas steers and stockers prominent. Livestock futures edge lower as markets digest weather and supply signals.

Cnleago Liverpool Paris Minneapolis Duluth Acultiat Tradime SiariKo Um May Park Zita Plire Seanga.org Texas Kansas City Kannas City Jan. W

Also Mentioned on This Page

Groker Brookdale McNeil Jake Leedy Lone Star State Social and Personal A. A. Rodgers Airs Pointer G. A. Bal- Mey Ana Ir Garver Byron Bn Chem Drum EB. H Bra T. J. Hanikha Mra. McCurdy George O. Wiemurth W. ML Gregory Ed H Club Dance H. S. Cluc Misa Berenice Ott Etta Beck Pearl Sample Lisle Gavitt Misa Collie ‘Tilford May Fort Helen Butterly Estelle Leon Jeane King Eaina Prescott Sa~dt Downing Maud van Houten Winifred Prescott Erol Buckmaster Misa Gal Clark Wates Aicinnes and Chuuren Topel James Smith Marshall County Gertrude Wyatt Cleveland Titus W. HK. Johnston Sabra McChesney Arias City Florence Jor A Cyrus Sprague Kestnas City Bits Wilson and Son Ata Independence Las Mary Heil Taylor Soft Lexington T. D. Mills Jef Alma Bethany KK Sweet le Short Madison Street G. Cornell Asa Bushnell OFTO Ohio Him Clemens Harmony Ben Brush North Topera TROUP Kansas Avenue Department Store Mike Jan i Pricen W. A. Michael Commission Co Iain Grain West Sixth Ave Michal Todays Market Report Associated Press State Journal Chicago Livestock Market Lux Commission Co Kansan Ave Tofera Kaw Aia Harrison Gus
Search Courier

Search the Topeka State Journal Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Topeka State Journal?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication