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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1897
Page
3
A chaotic Kansas report covers a Kickapoo Island resident missing near Leavenworth, a distressed insane woman provoking a train riot, and a tense court scene. The piece also notes Ben Truchagan’s family seeking missing kin and a soldier’s pension case in McCall’s context, plus Saunders’ failed investments and a Wellington grain office expansion led by Willis K. Polk in Mexico.
Warden French returns from inspecting several eastern penitentiaries including Western Pennsylvania Pittsburg and Pontiac Michigan. He travels with Major Armane and prison architect Mr. Bans to review plans and consult for starting work on new federal prison projects.
A garbled 30 year old missing child alert from Independence Kansas mentions Jan Sates Willan Wilson aged about Bt years, stolen from a farm near Gerwatomle and Pontina with a caregiver named Jin Herdersen missing details.
Ayer’s Sarsaparilla started half a century ago and grew to be a countrywide colossus with celebrated cures. Imitators followed from the start, yet none matched its record. It bore the only medal for sarsaparilla at the 1893 World’s Fair, signaling lasting trust in its cures.
An Indian Territory upbringing ends as a boy, raised by William Alger after rumors of his mother’s death, learns the truth through letters. Years later his mother, living at Fontang, confirms his identity. the son returns this week after a long separation.
Ottawa January 21 James A Troutman of Topeka traveled to Ottawa on business tied to a suit brought by the sister and sole heir of the late M De Boissier against trustees of the De Boissiere Odd Fellows home at Silkeite The action seeks ejectment for possession of the real estate and a motion to appoint a receiver The first trial date is next Thursday in the district court The deed is questioned as misdirected funds and the matter follows disputes between the home and grand lodge with control of the school and farm in trustees hands
A disruptive passenger on train No 1 from Kaskas City to Houston caused a battle in the coach before police and officers restrained her with a pail. The incident continued on to Oswego with officers escorting the woman. In Leavenworth court, a clerkship dispute saw a temporary injunction blocking changes pending court orders. The report also notes local academic contests, grain dealer meetings, and city notices in Topeka and Atchison.
New York. Jan. St John H Colton 21 of Washington DC was arraigned before Police Justice Potts in Jersey City charged with breaking and entering and larceny. He admitted arrest followed by a March to surrender the ring to Jane Mark at 229 Mounticello avenue. Colton said jealousy spurred the case. He claimed to have given a diamond ring to Miss Mark and later to Miss Dobson, who returned it after a note from Miss Clark. He is now under indictment for burglary and in custody.
Mr T F Cuny, manager of the Feim ball Piano Co, expresses strong satisfaction with the Kimball Piano. The instrument’s rare qualities are well known, and the inaugural committee chose Kimball for the act week. Two Kimball pianos have been secured for the Pure Food show next week.
Mineral Water, The finest in the west, advertised by W. Phillips at 612 W Eighth Ave. GW Carey, chairman of the old soldiers meeting at Lincoln Post yesterday, said the meeting existed to oppose J R Burton or any other Republican. Resolutions favor General Caldwell and were published in yesterday's Journal. Carey notes the heading Against Burton was misread.
George Hancock, chief of motive power at Galt Colorado Santa Fe, accepts asst superintendent of machinery for Santa Fe with start February 1. Frisco offered Hancock superintendent of machinery but he chose Santa Fe. James Collinson will replace Hancock at Gulf Road and Thomas Paxton will move to Nickerson to fill vacated roles. Gavitt and Tisdale receive promotions.
Chicago Jan 21. Directors report Santa Fe in flat physical condition and bright prospects under country route. Main line up to high eastern standard with ballast and rails renewed. Improvements include more power and equipment, better personnel, and strong ability to meet fixed charges even in downturns.
In Wichita during January a large group of workers tore up four miles of track between Pract Center and Mullingvity. An injunction halted the operation at Pratt County Wee, 17 miles from Phitt Senter, as owners claimed property rights and tax stakes. The workforce was dispersed and ordered to await further developments.
Chicago January 23 The tale alleges Misa Pullman names all Pullman coaches built near Chicago and earns a thousand dollars for each title conferred Her father supposedly pays out for each named coach but the account is fantastical and heavy with ill formed mock classical phrasing and invented terms
Cleveland meeting of the B of I F gathers delegates from New York Pennsylvania New Jersey Illinois Indiana and Ohio behind closed doors. About 400 to 100 delegates and several grand officers attend as Ohio seeks to move its biennial convention to Cleveland in 1898. A resolution opposes state step statutes reducing rail rates and wages. The affiliation question with the American Federation of Labor is referred back to judges to vote when two thirds back affiliation exist. New depot for Cedar Rapids opens soon cost about 150000 with finish near. Houston announces new time card for International Great Northern to go into effect next Sunday the 26th instant.
Missouri Kansas & Texas plans faster service to St Louis to outpace rivals as Aransas Pass Southern Pacific Santa Fe and Prisco defend routes between San Antonio and Missouri metropolis. Atlanta reports W N Mitchell of B and 9 devising mail desk to save travelers time. Gulf Colorado Santa Fe depot building work in Galveston advances with roof in ten weeks and bricks sourced from Houston Millsap factory.
Toled o Ohio January 33 Richfield Center a small village south of here endures a witchcraft scare. Seventeen families report a mysterious illness that weakens victims and leaves them skeletal. Some claim spectral black cats haunt them and rooms in their homes are cursed. Local physician says illness may result from sanitary conditions, while residents burn feather beds in futile rites.
W J Bryan arrived in Dallas on January 2 and faced a round of handshakes and adulation. He lectured on bimetallism at the Dallas Opera House amid crowded receptions at the Oriental Hotel, where audiences pressed for time with the candidate. He spoke of current finance and industry, noting the Texas Democrats’ large plurality and the campaign mood.
Washington Jan 24 Secretary Pran da han issues an order directing all claimants to citizenship in the five civilized tribes whose Dawes commissions filings failed to appeal to the U S court to vacate lands by February 6. Most residents face removal as they harvest crops and adjust to the new rule.
Kansas City January 1 marks the start of the K B investigation into alleged corruption. Editor Dick Lindsay of the Times Testifice details assertive testimony from first witnesses as W H Cline of the Times recounts trips to gambling houses and police interruptions.
Deaths listed include George W. Suyter aged 2 dies at home from liver trouble burial tomorrow at Rochester cemetery Interment at Tesilence Te Tuinsel and other minor notices include Mrs Johns Miller and a Javeriter-ie- of Huck Miller and a note about broken edge collars and a laundry services line
Susan B Anthony discusses California setbacks for women’s suffrage after a year’s effort there. She cites saloon-backed tactics in San Francisco, notes fundraising of sixteen thousand dollars, and reveals she traveled west to work while avoiding theater. she plans personal meetings in Chicago and has little interest in Guilbert.
Senator Wolcott informs London that Britain will do nothing and the United States must take initiative. The visit includes talks with Sir William Hoursworth and Lord Aldenham about monetary policy and India’s mint, amid European reluctance for a broader international bimetallism conference.
Canton and Alliance reports say State Senator Silas S Williams was absent from the legislature causing talk of a Cuba mission for Major McKinley. AP inquiries found no confirmation Williams travelled south or planned a Cuba visit, with New Orleans date noted and health travel cited.
The Santa Fe Route California Limited departs Chicago at 6 30 p m on Wednesdays and Saturdays, arriving Los Angeles in 54 hours and San Diego in 56 hours from Topeka. Through sleeping car reservations via Mojave, with return departures Mondays and Thursdays. Luxurious Pullman palace sleepers, buffet smoking car and dining car. Contact Topeka passenger depot Fifth Street or Cromwell Jerfers for information. agents W J Black and A G Pa Topeka listed.
Chicago January report on the civil service commission ending its contentious probe into Assistant Chief of Police and Inspector Shest amid heated testimony. Easley admitted responsibility for publishing Burke’s writings with federation pressure, claiming he did not fully grasp the seriousness of the charges. He called his action a breach of judgment and an error in handling the manuscript and its distribution.
BP Williams of Oakland reported his residence burned down about 10 this morning, with most contents saved. The fire started in the rear and raged beyond control, allowing only the barn and house to burn while neighbors helped save a nearby dwelling. An earlier porch fire and mysterious blazes in Oakland were noted.
Mark Twain, aged and down on luck, fights adversity after Africa trip. He lives frugally in London lodgings with few friends, hoping proceeds from his book and tours will pay debts and leave something for his family, though the world tour failed to restore fortunes.
In Canton on January 22 Miss Helen McKinley sister of the president elect slipped and fell on a sidewalk near the McKinley home as she headed to the post office. She injured her right hip and will likely require weeks to heal with no other injuries reported.
MP EH MODEBDOUSS, head of motive power and machinery for Wye Rockland with Suberbimtendent at the same ton, and head of the machinery at Crteaged Alton railway at Weomington, resigns effective February 1. Mr Monk hogee will likely be succeeded by J W Fitecibbon, current master mechanic at Chicago.
Missilen Beach Yaw and Wer concert company will perform at the Grand Opera House most Saturday evening January 3. Mise was in Topeka two years ago and gave an excellent concert.
Fort Scott police board find under presust agreement includes Johnson Pup and J Eb Ball as commissioners. Secretary Bamaberer and others named as appointees. governor’s public announcement pending.
A garbled report outlines Santa Fe and various officials debating duties at the Siknipa Fe railyard and a move to elect a new superintendent for the Union Depot in Kansas City. Edward S Seenferi is named inspector and candidate, with details on salaries and stock implications murky, but the aim is to fill the depot post and align with federal expectations.
Topeka Council No 2 Fraternal Aid Association to host a social and dance at 22 Kan Ave on Tuesday evening January 38 to aid a ill fellow member. Committee chairman Jerry Binck urges attendance at the door. Proceeds support the ill brother and related fund efforts.
A fragmented list of fire alarm stations and street cross streets in Topeka including Kansas Avenue Malledd Street SS Gomien and Taye Strenta and multiple intersections such as 7 Laurent and Harrison Street 8s Grant Street and Topeka Avenue 3A Street and 1 Topeka Avenue 12 Karas Avenue and Boweth Street 13 Kareas Avenue are Second Street Wood Fry Btarion and various avenues. A stray note mentions a child and references infant remedies and a laundry service at 112 end ub West Sth. st
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