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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jul 30, 1900

Page

5

Wager On Yates Governor Bet Sparks Chicago Transfer

In Lincoln on July 30 0 Paurot the Bank of Armstrong cashier publicly staked $2000 against Rich ard Yates becoming governor of Minot. The bet, tied to Alschuler’s nomination and the 1986 election, was placed with a mutual Chicago friend amid party tensions and wagering that Yates would win by large margins.

Barker Lincoln Paurot Cazhier Bank of Armattong Finnber Richard Yates Hminot Bumangertty Pavet Henry C Butte Biv Keobesy Great Northern Intel Chirag Apriggivld Suttle Mate Alschuler Faurot Bue Tier Yates Paurit Chicago

Powers Trial Defense Opens In Goebel Murder Case

Georgetown Ky July 30 The trial of Caleb Powers charged as a participant in the Goebel murder resumed. The defense moved for a not guilty verdict and argued politics fueled prosecutions. Witnesses for the defense including ex Governor Dhuchey testified as the case reviewed last nine months.

Georgetown Caleb Powers William Goebel Brown W. C. Dhuchey Faulkner Barbourville Aieo

Puzzle Text From Damaged Page About Rail Incident

Fragmentary OCR describes a plan to derail a train and details secrecy and armed participants. Mentions a meeting and promises to pay expenses. Unclear names and places due to damage.

Hill and Croker likely to work in harmony in New York

Hill and Croker considerations surface amid Democratic infighting over the New York gubernatorial nomination. Key figures from national and state committees conferred at the Hoffman House to align on strategy, with Croker urged to abandon independent lines.

New York Law Fork Ikephood David H. Hl Richard Croker Hill Resater Jones Democrate National Egenmittes Stone Miesourt Urey Woodsonne Kentucky Uftey Pennsylvania Frank Campbell New York State Hoffman Hoses Lesania Tammany Isaani Jiajut Hiberon Dee Croker HG Mikes Br. Croker Bustain Jose Jo Tarsmany Hall Janes Waa DoAckly Goveranee Unilon New York City Jours Cnn York

Real Estate Transfers in the City and Surrounding Areas

Public notice lists transfers including William St properties as well as Jane Doe and Julia A Wilers holdings. It references parcels on Reed, Avina, Euler, and Quincy streets near Tops M2 and Runes avenues, with current exhibition at Triton Bridge.

Willam Joscht C. Ee. Jewell Euler St Alla D. Suier Julia A. Wilers Chanan Trang Quincy Street Runes Avenue Jets

Social and Personal in Topeka Summer Plans

A Topeka crowd plans to leave early in the week for Colorado Springs for a week or two and some for the summer. Names include Mrs Karte Williams and Misses Nina and May Thomas. Mr. Williams joins in September. Several others, including Mrs Waldermire von Dahion, Dr. Mary K Stewart, Mrs S. J. Crawford, and Miss Marye Dallas, are in the mix, with travel toward Colorado and nearby resorts noted.

Topeka Colorado Son Karte Willams Nina May ‘Thomas Bprings Whlams Bir Waldemir von Dahion Mary K Stewart Besnin Misa Anna Hagar Lida Mac- Terran Jeff Petoskey C. Simpson Walter Hill J. L. Kiene Premont Nebraska Jessie Tugun Marty Lindsay Pegues Henry Junction City Dora Furman Cascade Earl Williams Thomas Colorado Springs Ero Detla Whistier Itnoss J.P. Myers Pope Es Pups Denver James Dun Frank P. MacLennan H.C. MacLennan Chicago Minnesota Lulu Ewart Hebeces Hodgers Jesele Myers Bussington Alice Rowsinton Higlakes Dr. Burdze Califcenia Grace Petro Beloit Mise May Petro Mise Estelle Stevens Wichita Mary Sutherland Mr. Mercer Con Jack Cul Springs Harrison Morgan Expres Connecticut George P. Wallace Mouth Abilene Ivbs Buchanan J. T. Nicholas Colora Anderson Karas City Snes Lulu Atoore H. H. Mills Michigan Hattie Mills Tittle Oceola Joseph Rickard Mexico Aie

Teacher and interpreter clash in classroom dispute

A chaotic incident erupted between a teacher and an interpreter during a classroom encounter. Insults were hurled with the Cuban student and interpreter noting a hostile exchange. The superintendent was present as tensions escalated amid cross accusations and public scorn.

Breidenthal Rejects Brains Band Welcome in Chetopa

John W Breidenthal declined a brains band reception and related ide a in fo the principal wteeete oe wed BF by a wing line of eldl sens on fou Mr Treidenthal faced a contentious welcome at his nomination. He warned supporters in a letter he might not attend due to odds and arrived quietly Saturday afternoon, cancelling the brass bands and procession planned for his trip from the depot to town.

John W. Breidenthal Treidenthal Chetopa

Administrator Wins Right to Body of Deceased

In a district court decision A Hirbour as administrator prevailed over Knight who refused to surrender the remains of J F Crennan killed by a switch engine in Santa Fe yards. The court issued a perpetual injunction against Knight and ruled relatives’ wishes take precedence, but an administrator’s actions for relatives trump an undertaker’s claims.

A. Hirbour J. M. Knight

How the Flyer Looks Mutoscops Shows Train at Speed

A free mutoscope in the uptown ticket office shows the Union Pacific Flyer moving at high speed. The moving picture, viewed at no cost, depicts the train from a distance of a half mile approaching directly toward the Jens in the machine. It takes about a half minute to cover the distance while trainmen wave from the steps as the Flyer passes. The train departs Kansas City at 6 40 and arrives Topeka at 6 10, filmed on the main line between Kansas City and Denver.

Union Pacific Kansas City Topeke Denver

Jury nears verdict in Miszander Jeeter murder trial

In St Louis the defense contends the state has not proven Gilbert Gates was murdered as the trial nears a verdict. Prosecutor T. Rodos of Roe County outlines the case while defense attorney Cullegy argues against guilt. A verdict was not expected before Thursday.

St. Louis Post-Dispatch New London Mayer Miszander Jeeter Gil S Guies cAllioun Nck Ester Galley Gilbers Gates Gilbert Gates Alexander Ion T. T Rodos Roe County P. T. Cullegy Esters Forest of

Harrison Sued Over Uncleared Funds by Administrator

T W Harrison faces a suit in Bintrick County alleging he collected 4456 dollars on behalf of Harvey Henderson as administrator of Read estate and refused to remit the funds. The Elks Minstrel committee plans a Kansas City visit for the opening performance and invites participation and new ideas for upcoming shows. Also advertised are travel and cinema notices urging Union Pacific tickets and new motion pictures.

Harvey Henderson Henderson Read T. W. Harrison Harrison Elks Elks' Minstrels Kansas City W. von Tahienkroom

North Topeka society notes and local obituaries

Items from North Topeka detail residents visiting family in Nebraska and others traveling to Wisconsin, along with school board business and church events. Notables include Mr Charles Smith elected Rochester school clerk, Mr John French departing for Spring Heid duties, a Rochester cemetery interment, and the death of Alkebn Afkena after a horse accident.

Xtsobntl Printing Company Kanees Arenat Tacs Hayes van Buren Street C. J. Nelson Nebraska Wil Roberts Quincy Street Hoyt Rochester School Board Charles Smith George Groshong Lee Kilmer Groshong Oho John French Princeton Dalay Snyder Rome Abbiene Tend Joplin Mfo Air Courtney Quincy Atreet Frank Wigston Topeka Avenue Rochester Galdand M. E Calvin Wotan Chive Alkebn Fey. Mn. Clark The Baptist Church of

Dr Munns Burglary Suspect Held In City Police Probe

Early morning telephone report alerted police to a break in at Dr. Munn of 215 Topeka Avenue. Mrs. Munn described waking to a figure in the hall and the burglar fled after her call. A gold watch vanished, harness lay outside the barn, and Tom Carney was found in a bed despite claims of remaining asleep. Police hold belief he is connected to both the burglary and the attempted theft.

Dr. Munn Topeka Avenua Mea Munn Footeteen Howe Tor Gainey Carrey

Summer Resort Weather Report Feels Mild and Damp

Weather notes show light wind eastward at 4 mph and variable temperatures from 69 to 83 degrees. Forecast calls for fair conditions tonight and Tuesday. Rain totals from last week listed across multiple counties, with values ranging from 0.25 to 2.42 inches in places like Phillips Republic Johnson and Shawnee.

Counies Phillips Republic Marshall Doniphan 8Town Sheridan Osborne Cloud Riley Patto Watomile Jackson Leavenworth Lee Wyandotte Gove Trego Lit Hills Saline Dickingen

Sherman’s Predicament in District Court

A. F. Sherman was appointed receiver of the Topeka Safe Deposit Company and ordered to collect from stockholders under the double liability law. He collected 350 dollars and has in his possession 1, and risked instructions from the court. The court ordered his salary as receiver to be drawn from 23 dollars, with the rest placed in court.

A. F. Sherman Topeka Safe Depaalt Company

Money for Wounded Aid From New York Women

A New York donor named Mrs Alfred Cornin Clark contributes 400 dollars toward hospital ship Mattie for the Ninth United States Infantry relief effort. An advance subscription of one dollar from Nancy Mource helps push totals toward July target as Americans rally behind aid to wounded in China and Maine supports the project.

Ulon Mattie Balfear Dona Yon Alfred Cornin Clark New York Ninth United States Infantry United States China Maine

Beckley Still at Large Active Hunt by Sheriff Forces

Sheriff Cook and his men pursue Pao Beckley who remains at large after a prison escape. Authorities believe he is hidden near Ossure City with local officers possibly reluctant to capture him. Accomplice Croeter implicated in aiding Beckley as authorities trace his movements.

Beckley Sheriff Cook Pao Beckley Huffman Gauze Tome Ossure City Croeter Topeka

Boy Burglars Led Reform School Inmate To Burglary

A chaotic morning saw a discharged reform school inmate and two other youths arrested for burglary at a Meadville store. Police recovered brass and other items and questioned two informers who described the plan. Two older boys were detained. younger participants fled with their parents. The Sun’s reform school stance is noted and George Burns is unlikely to face charges due to youth.

Amred George Burns Mr. Hopkins Sch C. Lundberg North Jefferson Street B. Haram Polncen Reform School

Leis Seeks Pay From Joseph Joseph & Bros for Rail Iron Purchases

In U S circuit court this morning George Levi of Lawrence filed suit for a commission claimed from Joseph Joseph & Bros of St Louis. Leis says in Austrat 1899 he secured iron for the Lawrence and Car Bondale railroad and the Lawrence street railroad, purchased from Leavenworth Construction Co at 19 per ton totaling 3074 tons. He seeks 2074 dollars, a commission of one dollar per ton, while Joseph Joseph & Bros deny the transaction.

Bull U. S George Levi Lawrence Joesph Joseph & Bros St. Louis Mr. Leis Lawrence and Carbondale Lawrence Street Leavenworth Construction Company Joseph Joseph & Broa

Robbed of medals after Lake Harriet concert

Eugenio Sorrentino director of the Bands Rossa was robbed last night after a Lake Harriet concert of medals and orders valued at 3000. The haul included a medal presented by Emperor William of Germany, with inscriptions describing its presentation. Other medals came from Genoa Naples Willow Grove Park Philadelphia and the New York Academy of Music.

Minneapolis Minn Eugenio Sorrentino Rossa Lake Harriet Sorrentino William of Germany Berlin Genoa Naples Willow Grove Park New York Academy of Music

Osage Republicans to Decide Senatorial Preference Tomorrow

Osage county Republicans plan a convention to nominate county offices and choose candidates for the state legislature. The event coincides with aspirants for senator honors facing internal contention, amid local political maneuvering and party stakes.

Osage Osage County Tie

Desertion of Summer Plans Prompts Travel Agent Note

T. L. King, agent for the Santa Fe Route at Tapeka, reports a letter listing fairs and agricultural society events across Coffey, Scott, and neighboring counties. The document mentions Caldwell, Jefferson, and Crowley entities, summer vacation quotes, and destination options in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, New York, New England, and Canada as travelers weigh where to spend their break.

Iklet Minnesota Wisconsin Michigan New York New England Bate T. L. King Banta Fe Tapeka Isan

Fragmentary travel notice toward Colorado Springs

Incomplete OCR notes mention Colorado Springs and Pueblo with a return via a route or observation car. Details are unclear but indicate a ticket or travel plan around August with limited legibility. Names, dates, and concrete actions are not decipherable.

Seo Colorado Springs Pueblo Tdberal Biopower

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