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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jun 02, 1897

Page

2

Chinese Bride Of Pure Blood Anglo Saxon Married To Chinese Merchant

San Francisco June 4 to the wedding of Captain Whiting US Navy and Miss Helen G Alifong ic daughter of a prominent Chinese merchant Ab Fong in a lavish match that links the Ab Fong family to elite American circles The groom William A Memhall is a young attorney with ties to Hawaii and California law firms The marriage etches a cross cultural alliance amid wealth and society in the Bay Area drawing attention to the bride’s notable lineage and the groom’s prominent professional background

San Francisco Ab Fitur Mongulian Ameer Fetter le Mies Helen G. Alifong Britten Seudlian Rulon Ind Childry Risht Pere Whilitr Ted William A. Mémehall Eitein Abicus Bay Callfeenia Street C. Li C. Li. Tih Ben California Fedlarw Michae Swibatte Abe Tierahall Luxuy Haising Alcantara Exgtana Elikiren Wiabe University Herbert Honea Caytile Whiting Navy Wawal Tofinda Leing Hanitiu Kawail Thinempenr Tema Sheren

Doctor Fights Rattler While Fishing on Des Cygnes River

Dr H C Miner of an unnamed city wrestled a nineyard rattlesnake on the banks of the Sarai des Cygnes near Quenzyme while fishing. After a tense clash he disabled the snake with a club strike, stunned the reptile, and returned to camp to rest, stating he will avoid snakes in future trips.

Miner Sarai Des Cygnes Quenemy H.C. Miner Tts City Abner Keating Walter Millard Pool Shreve Marate Des Cygnew Macel Biewett Finiahed

Aldeeld Portrait Fund Approved by Illinois Senate

Illinois Senate approves appropriation of 1000 dollars for painting a portrait of ex Governor Altgeld. Springfield report notes the measure follows House action and targets a formal portrait for state display. The June 2 action aligns with ongoing effort to honor former governor with official artwork.

Illinois Springfield Senate House Flo Alteeld

Senator Smith Denies Sugar Stock Speculation Charge

Washington reports Senator Smith of New Jersey rejected newspaper charges linking him to sugar stock speculation. In a brief senate reply, he declared he never bought or sold sugar stock during the current session and cited records showing no such actions or involvement in sugar legislation affecting stock values.

Washington Smith New Jersey Senate Rea Tillman Ted Tilbany Congress

Stock Exchange Case Attracts Government Challenge In Kansas City

Arguments were heard in the United States district court in Kansas City as the government seeks to dissolve the Kansas City Stock Exchange and halt its operations. Judge Foster took the matter under advisement after testimonies on the exchange’s monopolistic practices and compliance with the Interstate Commerce Act. The suit grew from a dispute between the exchange and Greer, Mills & Co. with the Kansas City Stock Yards Exchange, and United States Attorney Perry provided the case materials to Attorney General Harmon for action. The suit was filed last January.

Kansas City Stock Exchange Widge Foster United States Foster Kansas City Fox Exchange Commission Orin Greer, Mills & Co Kansas City Stock Yards Exchange Matriot Attomey

Trouble Over A Salute On Brooklyn Incident

New York reports June 2 recounts Admiral Milter aboard the Brooklyn during Queen’s Jubilee voyage. A naval salute misfired and powder locks prevented firing. Quarters and gun crews responded, but lack of a fuse or key left the salute unanswered as the Brooklyn moved down the river.

New York Milter Brooklyn Nave Yard Francis M. Runes Faty Yard Jum Vermont Fred Thehorutind Cook Mander Mason

Tuetgert Held to Grand Jury Without Bail

Adolph Tuetgert charged with his wife's murder is sent to the grand jury without bail. An examining time indicates no direct proof of guilt, though circumstantial evidence is discussed. A lengthy advertisement mix includes testimonials for Chamberlain's remedies and Hall's Vegetable Sicilian Hair Renewer.

Duetgert Chicago Adolph Tuetgert Tla Ball Ering A. W. Potter BC. Atkins & Co Indianapolis Ind Hall

Tillman Won’t Give Up Fight for Dispensary Law

Washington June 2 Senator Tillman declares the South Carolina dispensary case will be appealed to the U S Supreme Court if needed. He says the state has exhausted resources and must await the high court and Congress. He vows to press efforts but doubts House action this season, insisting the principle will be maintained.

Washington Tillman Simontort Supreme Court of the United States Aupreme Court Congress Supreme Court Tiiran Lies Senate

Chicago Held Liable in Rail Property Damages

Ikage Grosscup of the federal court upheld the liability of Chicago for damages to rail property. The case involved a demurrer by the city to a $50,000 claim by the Pennsylvania Company over a fire at the Park yards on the night of July 6, 4594, and a $20,060 claim by Yaxco & Mississippi Valley for destruction at Lard Street on the same night.

Chicago Ikage Grosscup Feasey Pennsylvania Company Firtellion Park Yards Yaxco & Miasissippi Valley Pany Lard Street Dla

Astor's Concerts Play Hosts Paderewski Melba Night Two

A Limdonays dispatch says Limdonays has seen superb programs this season but Astor's two nights top them. Paderewski will perform with Melba, Winning, while Mancon Ancona and others are additional attractions for the shows.

New York Limdonays Astor Paderewski Melba Mancon Ancona

Yellow Fever Strikes aboard Steamer Alliance

Aboard the steamer Alliance reaching New York from Colon, one passenger, Angus McLellan, died of yellow fever and a second cabin passenger from Pictou Bay was taken ill. Bert Gill, a waiter on the Alliance, also contracted yellow fever and was moved to Swinbourne Island hospital. A third passenger remains detained for five days.

Colon Nework New York Angus McLellan Pictou Nis Manama Herbert Gill Alliance Bay Swintarne Island Hospital Hoffman

Senate Now Full With One Vacancy Yet to Be Filled

Washington June 2 The senator from Beb Carolina Jake McLaurin who succeeded the late Senator Bart has been sworn in. The senate lineup shows Republicans two short of a majority with Democrats and Populists presence and one vacancy in Oregon.

Washington Beb

Jubilee Hymn to Join English Prayer Book

The Jubilee Hymn written by Biabop Wakenleta and approved by the queen will be included in the Esanah prayer book. Set to music by Sir Arthur Sullivan the hymn has four stanzas and begins Oh King of Kings. Wardreds of thousands have been urged to try Chamberlains Cough remedy after reading about its benefits.

Quondon Biabop Wakenleta Sir Arthur Sullivan Kinga

National House Session Attacks Reed Policy

Washington June 2 A lively House session featured sharp minority attacks on Speaker Reed and the Republican majority over how committees are appointed and conduct business. Richardson of Tennessee and Simpson of Kansas led the onslaught, while Henderson and Grosvenor defended the majority amid calls for reform and concerns over unexecuted duties and rapidly rising legislation.

Washington House Reed Richardson Tennessee Simpson Kansas Henderson Grosvenor Tktep Hichardson Bir Dalzell Rep. A Sui Dalzet Dea Moladm Wataun Simpaon Torry Dem. Ark Congress Kursus

Peculiar Poisons From Weak Digestion and Stomach Aid

A era from an old health ad claims all living things suffer decay from germs in the body. It urges Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as the most effective remedy for indigestion aiding digestion, blood, nerves and complexion. The ad touts a free booklet on stomach diseases and lists Stuart Co Marshall, Minnesota, as the mail address for orders.

Bright Nuxtey Stuart Stuart Co Marshall Minh Marshall

Controversy In House As Speakers Criticized And Adjourning Near

Members of the rules committee sparred with the speaker over how rules must be approved by the house. Grosvenor and Simpson attacked minority leadership and mocked the opposing side while defending the speaker. The House adjourned until Thursday amid protests and calls for decorum.

Simpeor Committee On Rules Growvenor Rep. D Groxvenor Simpson Morgan Giher House

Champion Long Distance Singer of the World at Salvation Army

New York on June 2 Adjutant Ludgate billed as Champion Long Distance Singer of the World. He promises 51 songs in 60 minutes with a Salvation Army uniform and Seidl concertina. The act at Salvation Army headquarters West Fourteenth promises a record performance drawing praise from Chicago press for stamina.

Toming Salvation Army New York Patti Melba Edouard de Reszke Scaldh Ludgate Oi World West Chicago

New York Promoters Plan Novel Exchange Building

Negotiations near completion for a $700000 fireproof New York building to house a promoters exchange. The 12 story structure will offer 1000 transient offices priced from 50 cents to $5 daily, with ground level public rooms and upper floors dedicated to offices and suites. Basement will feature cafe barber shop and baths.

New York Promoters Exchange Sohloo

Built His Own Coffin For Simple Rest Home Craft

Dr Jim Brutus of Bennettaville in Mariboro county built his own coffin to spare friends from the heavier task. He blends medicinal herbs and roots, though he has no medical diploma and has never worked in a hospital. This coffin is his seventy fifth, with only two paid orders.

Columbus Jim Brutus Bennettaville Mariboro County Jim Dim

Lightning Strikes Bowdoin Campus Causing Cracks

Bronewick Maine reports a heavy snow storm with lightning causing costly damage on the Bowdoin College campus. The Kings channel corner facade and Winthrop hall and Searles science building sustained cracks. several exterior structures were affected. The storm also disrupted the area as a potent display of weather. Ellis Roberts nomination to U S Treasurer is reported with his prior role in New York.

Bronewick Lishtning Bowdoin College Bolt Alec Winthrop Hall Searles Science Building Ellis Roberts U.S Washington New York Senate Robins Freasarty United States

National Educational Association Meeting Advised Travel

For the 1906 meeting in Milwaukee from July 6 to 9, readers are urged to use Union Pacific. The line offers superior service from Omaha or Kansas City with Gay coaches, chair cars, Pullman cars, dining and library cars, fewer changes than competitors, and a round trip fare of one plus $3 from points along the Missouri River.

National Educatronic el Association Bulfais Chion Pacific Ail Milwaukee Wie Missouri River Union Pacific Union Pacific H Omaha Kansas City All Pointe

State Journal Growth and Building in Topeka

In 1896 the State Journal built a brick three story home at the corner of Kansas avenue and Eighth street Topeka. It notes daily circulation rising from 800 in 1855 to over 11,000 in recent years, with 43 carriers and full Associated Press wire service. It claims the largest circulation among Kansas dailies and invites proof if challenged.

Topeka Daily State Journal The State Journal Topeka Kangas Avenue Eighth St Kansas Aye Great State of Kansas Associated Press Report American Newspaper Publishers’ Association

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Ah Fong Whiting U.S. A Altgeld Hood SEW City JR Stock Exchange Mads Judge Fester Ayer Astor’s Padszowski Motbs London Mr. Astor Phillips Eighth Ave Jerry Simpson Speaker Reed Billy Goat National Educational Association Meeting SOS
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