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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jan 17, 1898

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War on Gace Inaugurated by Senator Wolcott Speech

Washington Jan 17 A heated Senate session opens with Senator Wolcott defending his bipartite plan for bimetallism and the silver standard amid criticism from London presses. He argues for reopening Indian mints to silver and allows gold payments on government debt, detailing obstacles, and the broader international stakes.

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New England Cotton Mills Hit by 10 Percent Wages Cut

The New Bedford strike blankets nine corporations operating 18 mills employing about 9,600 workers as they push a uniform 10 percent wage reduction. Across Maine and New England, mills from Lowell to Biddeford suspend operations or cut pay, with unions led by Taft or Mule Spinners groups mobilizing amid fears of a wider industrial clash.

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Nashvill e call for caucus on senator nomination

Nashville Tenn Jan 17 A late night call went out for a caucus of Democratic legislators to decide on a U S senator candidate. Turley McMillen backers seek quick action while Taylor supporters favor adjournment for several days to prepare after Taylor announced his candidacy Saturday. Legislature met in extra session at noon and Taylor's message was read.

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Tramp Berry Dies After Fall. Fortune Estimated Below Million

Cincinnati Ky special to the Times reports James B Berry known as the millionaire tramp died from injuries weeks after a fall. He owned considerable property, but his estate fell short of two million dollars. The obituary notes his last days and financial decline amid uncertainty over exact holdings.

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Fay Templeton Wins Howell Osborn Will Bequest

New York January report confirms Fay Templeton will receive 100000 pounds from the Howell Osborn will. Judge Freedman upholds the will’s validity amid contests by Leila P. Menriques Maury Mason and Henrietta Olive Trowbrides. Osborn left most of his estate in trust to his mother with charitable provisions and subsequent benefits to Templeton. Templeton, previously connected to Howell Osborn, was once thought to be his wife. the matter involved choosing between marriage and income rights. Templeton will now receive the $100,000 bequest.

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Logan Carlisle Dies in New York Record

Logan Carlisle, eldest son of ex Secretary Carlisle, dies in New York at 38 after ill health. Born in Kentucky, educated at Washington and Lee, he practiced law in Wichita with brother W K Carlisle after 1884 and was active in Democratic politics before moving to Washington. Funeral plans place burial in Kentucky.

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One Plant Remains as Edison Interests Absorb Prush

Edison Elecrics absorbs Prush and sells the plant at public sale. Ronald Wilder acted for J. C Badidhey of Hutchinson. The Topeka bidder Mr Baddley is suspected to be a proxy for Edison. The Prush plant had two mortgages totaling 1570 and 190 degrees of debt including court costs, with John Norton serving as receiver.

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Ten Years at Lansing Is Sentence for Deitz Twice Convicted

Wilhelm Deitz, twice convicted in the district court in Kansas City Kansas of the murder of Russell M Lindsay, was sentenced today to ten years hard labor in the Kansas penitentiary.

Deitz Kansas City Jan Wilhelm Deitz Kan Russell M. Lindsay Kansas

Thirteen Jurors Proposed for Death Penalty Cases

Albany. Jan 17 assemblyman Collins of New York to introduce in the house a criminal procedure amendment. It provides that when a trial jury is formed in cases punishable by death or deemed extraordinary, the total number of jurors shall be thirteen. The thirteenth juror would replace a vacant seat and act as if originally selected, with the twelve seated jurors remaining through the trial unless incapacitated. Peremptory challenges would be extended to the full number in similar preliminary trials.

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Auditorium drive in Topeka sparks renewed unity effort

The Topeka Auditorium Association calls a Wednesday meeting at the Commercial Club to reorganize leadership and finalize plans for a 325,000 auditorium. Major Anderson resumes as president with W. H. Davie vice president and Edward Wilder joining as treasurer. The group aims to raise about 15,000 beyond a 10,000 starter from coal funds, exploring coupon sales and entrant series ideas to share costs among property owners and merchants.

Topeka Davis Commercial Club T. J. Anderson Association Major Anderson W. H. Davie C. H. Nettels Iary Edward Wilder Besk Kansas Opeka D. J. Greenwald Tam Louill Gulifond Dird K. Holliday Busjar Andersen Wilder Nettels Davin Auditorium Association

Ingalls Meets Queen Lil New York Visit

John J. Ingalls quotes Washington as Twan presented to Queen Liloukkainni the deposed Hawaii queen in the Embitt house public parlor. A maid of honor, secretary, and retinue from Honolulu arrived via San Francisco to ratify a treaty of annexation. An open audience formed, curious locals watched a court scene as dynastic adherents spoke of the mission and its apparent futility.

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Galena Times backs Jef Hudson or Ed Write for district vote

The Galena Times attacks the third district congressman Ridgley and urges Populists and Democrats to nominate Jef Hudson of Predonia or Ed Write of Galena. It also mentions Welles as a preferred option, claiming he would win a large district majority but fears his stance on initiative and referendum could hurt his run.

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Cuban Crisis Looms As Havana Quiet After Three Day Unrest

Havana calm after three days of unrest between mobs and authorities. Generals Prado and Blancke leadership noted, while Washington discusses intervention possibilities. Spanish and Cuban tensions rise as calls for resignation and stronger action grow amid fears of autonomy loss.

State House Events Appointments Noted Despite Turbulent Session

Fragmented OCR lists various officers and names including Willard Bailey Lawrence Vetesiearnun Prt Finener Manhattan and snow Lawrence. mentions appointments and distribution of duties amid a strained legislative gathering.

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Depot Plan for Houston Near Congress Avenue

A reported proposal outlines a $40,000 depot in Houston Texas at the foot of Congress Avenue near the existing passenger depot site. The plan cites Sas foer Lyle A. Gueringit as a local promoter and links the project to the city’s railroad facilities.

Houston Tex Sas Foer Lyle A. Gueringit Congress Avenue

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