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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jul 29, 1897

Page

2

True uniformity conference ends with mixed results in Pittsburg

The Pittsburg district true uniformity conference ended after two days with most sections discussed and general satisfaction. The meeting produced a proposed agreement on wage payments, price uniformity, and arbitration but reserved key points and required signatures from 5 percent of operators by January 1968 for enforcement.

Pittsburg Com Gareta Owens Colonel Head Ion WP. de Anmitt B. Zerbe J. J. Swyter J. C Dyseart N. F. Sanford John Little Obie Board of Arbitration de Armiti Dempster Zerbe Garabolilion Company Stereo Wnifermity Commission Thick Wftlceanu Te Assembly State of Pennsylvania Wittsburg Amy Theo Frank Osborn de Armitt Mr. Winsack Fatehford Gompers American Federation of Labor Suverelen Knigits of Labor Atkinson West Virginia Mason

Governor weighs injunction as supporters push labor rallies

The governor has not seen an official injunction copy and may deem it sweeping, promising a final stance after review. Leaders Gompera, Ratchford, and Sovereign vow to proceed with organizing the state despite possible gubernatorial opposition, planning speeches and arrests if necessary to press their labor campaign in the coming August demonstrations.

Ter Fede Tcial Era Messrs Gompera Ratchford Sovereign Associated Press Tabor

Andree's Expedition Described By Prof Heilprin

Philadelphia July 29 Scientists weigh Andree search for the pole as Prof Angelo Heilprin, head of the Geographical Society, deems the voyage venturesome but unlikely to yield quick results. He doubts the reported pigeon message and warns of uncertain winds and currents hindering recovery of any balloon debris. He also predicts Peary may succeed and notes a letter from Mrs Peary aboard the Hope reports hopeful news.

Heilprin Philadelphia Andres Angelo Heilprin Geographical Society of Philadelphia Thellprin Academy of Natural Sciences Fescue Peary Andree Jepresot Heljprin Sala Siberia Alaska Hellprin Peary Hope Sydney Cape Breton

Yellowstone Canon Described by U S Attorney Clark

United States District Attorney Giwon Clark returns from Yellowstone National Park praising its beauty and grandeur. He notes heavy tourist arrivals, crowded hotels, and well-kept park roads funded by the government. He compares the canyon’s color and scale to Niagara Falls and Moran’s painting, predicting the park will become a premier world pleasure resort.

Cheyenne Wyo Giwon Clark Yellowstone National Park Clark Billings Mont National Park Yellowstone Coloendo Yellowstone River Niagara Moran Mammoth Hot Springs Norris’ Geyser Basin Golden Gate

Relief in Six Hours Great American Kidney Cure Ad

Distressing kidney and bladder disease relieved in six hours by the New Greatth American Kidney Cure. This remedy relieves pain in the bladder kidneys back and urinary passages in males and females and relieves retention of water. Bold by Geo W Stansfield and Bim Drug Co Topeka Kan. One Minute Cough Cure also advertised with claims of throat and lung relief. Begsions Furimer and Blood Maker promote digestion and blood flow through veins.

Geo. W. Stansfield Kansas Ave

Trouble for Travelers as Customs Scrutinize Baggage

Washington July 2 Residents returning from abroad under the Dingley tariff will face strict scrutiny of personal baggage. The old free import for clothing and personal effects is narrowed, with duties owed on items over 100 dollars value. Officials warn of seizure or payment of duties if value limits are exceeded.

Custom House Washington United States Sime Paris Lonton United State Foneien Pri Die Secretary of the Press UMC Treasury Secretary of the Treasury

Woman postmistress charged with opening letters for curiosity

Norah L. Bryan, 20, postmistress of Auaneneig, is accused under Section 1430 of the postal laws of opening letters. Investigators say she confessed but now denies it. The case arose from a decoy letter. she is held on $1,000 bond. The incident concerns a bride of three months and reflects on rural post office charges.

Auaneneig Mass Norah L. Bryan WHS United States Dellevy Kenry Peace of Asher Pease & Son White Snow Ld West Srb

Nevada county indicts four for arson and assault amid race violence

Four white men James Beck Wilet Beck Tom Johnson and Allen Sherry were indicted for arson and assault with intent to kill after a mob in Sayre Lumber camp Nevada County Arkansas attacked black laborers. Detective Clay of Little Rock helped bring the arrests, and prisoners are jailed at Prescott.

Little Roex Nevada County James Beck Wilet Beck Tom Johnson Allen Sherry Kit Arkansas Becks Johnson Sherry Prescot Sayre Lumber Company Mehta Dhore Belrege

The Terrible Swede Lawson to star in dialect play

Chicago reports John Lawson famous as the Terrible Swede will perform in a Swedish dialect play riding a bicycle in a race during the production. After a near fatal illness in Baltimore he plans to debut in the fall, with performances starting in Chicago and touring the Northwest.

John Lawson Chicago Baltimore Lawson Philadelphia Northwest

Tomb to Be Remodelled at Harrison Tomb North Bend

The grave of ex president William Henry Harrison at North Bend will be remodeled this week after years of neglect. The project costs about $1,000 and aims to restore the tomb and surroundings, preserving the site of the former president.

William Henry Harrison Cincinnat North Bend

Marvelous Results and Remedies Advertised in 1900s Letter

A Dimondale Michigan minister cites Dr King s New Discovery as quick and highly satisfactory for his wife s pneumonia and La Grippe, while Jonn Griffin hails DeWitt s Witch Hazel Salve for piles and skin troubles. Advertisements note trial bottles, routes, and ticket deals via Santa Fe Route with Webb selling tickets at 206 Kean Ave.

J. Gunderiman Dimondale Mich Dr. King Baptist Rives Junction J. E. Jones Fifth Kansas Ave Jonn Griffin Zanesville, C de Witt G. W. Stansfield Kansas Avenue Chiseg Points Santa Fe Webb Kean. Av

Enchanted Mesa Expedition Clears Legends With Ascent

Professor Libbey of Princeton and his party reached Lagune near the enchanted mesa, testing legends of a lost Acoma village. They carried ropes and a large board chain to the summit, seeking ancient relics, fossils, and evidence of prehistoric life, but found no inhabitated signs or human remains.

Albuquerque Libbey Princeton College Lagune United States Elle Acama India Libbar Profewor Libbey Professor Libber Ward Ufe

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