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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jun 12, 1897

Page

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Senate Caucus Talks Treaty Payment For Queen Lil

In a Republican Senate caucus on June 12 Senator Frye questioned the treaty provisions relating to an anticipated payment to Queen Liliana, arguing the new terms do not replace the prior treaty. The president faced opposition from several senators over treaty scope and defense petition reforms. A vote on amendments to remove the standard of russification and other restrictive terms was postponed.

Washington Frye Zallacenthal Washinkton Wast Missouri Abel Sr Meliniasy Grier Aimee Amendmens

J Janssens Dies and Funeral Plans For Archbishop Title

The article reports the death of Archbishop Janssens and outlines his funeral arrangements. It notes his role as archbishop and the transfer of his remains to New Orleans for a ceremonial service. The piece mentions condolences from church officials and the expected attendance of clergy and notable figures.

Delagoa Bay Report Raises Alarm Over Troop Movements

Fragmentary dispatches from Delagoa Bay indicate growing troop concentrations and possible arms shipments linked to Cape Cofery plans. The report notes a key figure with ties to former Prime Minister Lord Rehoorsilehl, suggesting high level interests in a strategic purchase related to Telngoa hay.

Lomdon Jane Delamria Baymocontdock Ub Cape Cofery Une Tietrehid Buex Rehoorsilehl Fremiey Telngoa Hay

Crowds greet visiting figure at New York depot

A large crowd gathered at the New York depot to meet a prominent visitor. Officers and local officials organized a salute as the dignitary arrived. The scene included cheers, handshakes, and a formal departure with Mr. Briar pictured at the station alongside others.

New York Jura Wee Bey Briar Hue Berna Wesin John Hers Waller Trvan Burt Dugt Ueses Abe

Calcutta Quake Causes Widespread Shakes

Calcutta was jolted by a tremor that extended along the river aftershocks reported across areas of the city. Several buildings suffered damage and debris blocked streets, but officials say there were no serious injuries.

Gf & U'Elerk Howrak Pfeil Tiver Cnair P Com & Nomier Vt Peoao Se Iniarea

Diunk At Stahl's Picnic Sparks County Debate

Correspondent describes drunken behavior by boys at a picnic on the Stahl grounds near Shawnee County. The letter from Waveland references temperance, enforcement of prohibitory laws, and concerns by fathers and mothers. Witnesses report liquor served to youths, with crowd tension and staged displays that sparked discussion of law and order at the event.

Diunk Stahl Waveland Auburti Shawnee County Imwllee County Imwllee County. “While Senatee Petter A. Troutman Eskridie Stantiee Ehiber Srugk Wien Gulme

Iron Brotherhood Threat to Trinidad Chief Dunning

A threatening letter to Chief of Police Dunning in Trinidad is linked to the Iron Brotherhood. Local and Denver papers sparked discussion, with the author claiming to back a permit and warning of political meddling. The City Marshal, J. H. Dunning, replies that he will recall permits only when advisable to preserve order.

Duaning Trinidad Trinidd Jude Iron Brotherhood Denver Duntine Aioush Dunning Dunsing United States Bali Migle B. H Arpantza- Vien

Peck to Speak at Unveiling of Logan Monument

Geo K Peck is invited to deliver the principal address at the unveiling of the Logan monument in Chicago on June az a en rge RR. The Evening Post calls him perhaps the foremost American orator, still within the youthful class, old enough to have been a Civil War soldier yet strong enough to command scholars nationwide, though he disclaims the label of an orator and says he is a lawyer only.

Chicago Az—Aenrge Peck Logan Monument The Evening Post America Pack

Cause of Yellow Fever Named in South American Lecture

A lecture before delegates across South America announced a new idea that yellow fever is caused by a rare smellue called Yeterith. The speaker claimed the bacili spread after death and that secondary inventions could spread the illness, while a curative serum for prevention might be discovered.

Mowe Eeeseman South America

Mount St. Elias ascent party sails from Sitka

Settle, on June 12, Prine Later Amadio of Savoy intends to ascend Mount St. Kias. He has arrived and will sail for the north on the Topeka Sunday morning. In Sitka he will meet Major Ingraham’s advance party. The yacht Aggie will carry the expedition from Sitka to Fakutet Bay for the ascent start.

Settle Prine Later Amadio Savoy St. Kias Sitka Thargy Major Ingraham Willeh Aggie Fakutet Bay

Insurrection in Tochi Valley Blamed on Powindah Mullah

From Sumia June 12 dispatches report a Punjab infantry unit and 4 political officers escorting 300 men attacked in Tochi Valley by insurgents led by the Powindah mullah. British losses include 28 killed. Captain Brown and Lt Creekshank among the fallen. Enemy strength grew to about 1,000 with many Waziris killed or wounded as telegraph lines were cut and supply routes disrupted. Mr Gee, the only officer not wounded, suspects premeditation.

Sumia Punjab Infantry Towhi Mr.Gee Powindah Bunny Somamander Brown Sirat Sikhs Creekshank Mr. Gee Heo Tocht

Owney Dead at Last The Famous Posts Tramp Dog

The famed postal tramp Owney is dead in Toledo after being executed by order of Postmaster Brand. Once believed killed in Cleveland, he traveled widely with three medals on his collar. His skin will be mounted by Toledo and sent to Washington. medals stored in Albany. Owney, about 11 years old, became the most noted dog of his era.

Westhestag New York Fueope Aid Hellend Fansaens Wits Tamerica Bersae Ak Privet Hishop Lerey Ior Joan Toledo Owney Las Brand Cleveland Loula Prankfurt Ownes Blattkerts Shannan Po- Mce Devil Kim Washington Albany United States World

Political reshuffle at state board topeka

The Topeka state board resignations trigger immediate election of Dr C H Wetmore of Emporia to a $1501 monthly post. Eastman resigns amid party pressure. Populists accuse officials of bias and plan charges. An asylum incident linked to Gust Maurer sparks further tensions as policy shifts loom. England trip and American views noted.

Topeka Wayiing State Board of Charleess C. HB Wetmore Emporia Eastman W. L. Brown Wettiers Emporis Clawatomle Asylum TC Biddle Uids Ir. Eastman Parthe Gust Maurer Hove City Maurer Mahrer Topeka Anil

Bristow Turns Up Laughable Post Office Plot

The Chicago Record describes Bristow’s Washington stint with the Fourth Assistant Postmaster General as revealing human quirks. A Western congressman’s letter urged replacing the incumbent by accusing her of incompetence, only to be exposed as the writer’s wife plotting to keep the post for her husband’s family. The postmaster’s pay and local store trade add context to the petty scheme.

Chicago Record Washington Bristow Western Congresaman Tealdes Bryan Ike Ike Myself, Who Fought Four Years To Preserve the Upron. I Would Ile the Ofice Post Office Department

Demand for Governor to Probe Senators Tilman and Tillman in South Carolina

A June petition to Gov. Ellerbe from reformers and office holders seeks an immediate investigation of Senator Tilman and Senator Tillman over dispensary rebates. The letter urges fair inquiry, asks newspapers to correct charges if innocence is proven, and promises accountability or praise based on findings.

South Carolina Columbia S. C Ellerbe Miiman Tuirain Tilia Refurmoera Rial At& ‘Tihawns Tilman

Ellsworth Hospital Board Awards City Improvements

Ellsworth board awarded contracts for plastering carpentry and major repairs to J H Landers Ellsworth painting to E B Love of Hiawatha cistern and windmill work to Finkros Co cost about 1000 An executive committee led by Mrs Margaret Griffith Mrs John Chase and Mrs Dera Evans will meet to plan further improvements and regulations for the W R O G Department Commander Rotkin and Commander WF Feder of the Sons of Veterans will attend.

W. FR. C. Hoapital Elsworth J. H. Landers Ellsworth E. B. Love Hiawatha Finkros & Co Margaret Griffith Hiparia John Chase Dera Evans Clay Center W. Rog Rotkin G. A WF. Feder Sons of Veterans Olulwwa

Irish Song Moves Queen to Tears at Windsor Castle

A Westminster Gazette account claims an Irish girl sang The Wearing of the Green at Windsor Castle on June 12. The queen was reportedly deeply moved, tears flowing as the young singer performed, reflecting royal sympathy for Ireland.

Windsor Castle London Westminster Gazette Cuecen Vieltine Hille

Genealogy Drive At Newberry Library For Chicago Families

The Newberry Library in Chicago plans a citywide manuscript genealogy project. Each family, from Policeman John P. Aafelt to Pollaher John Zschell, will have its history written by a family member and filed in the genealogical room for indexing and reference.

Newberry Library Chicago United States Newberry John P. Aafelt Pollaher John Zschell Rudolph

It Taxes You Every Item Grocers Law Protest

Kansas readers learn of Farrelly anti trust measure targeting the Kansas Wholesale Grocers Association. Prosecutions under the act face eye catching penalties. the sugar and tobacco trusts are cited as driving prices, with wholesalers warned they may be fined and jailed if they violate the new law.

Court of Justice Kansas Sugar Trust Tobacco Trust Boffee Trust Tateh Trust Wholesale Growers’ Association Topeka Hanley Kansas Hetail Grocers’ Association Judiciary Committee TM. Hanley James J. Lannan Typeka BT. Thomas Ottawa Charles Ott Ointhr Kafka City Yeast Fant Lewis and Greenwich Tyes The Diamond Match Company Drummond Tobacco Company Bigeett & Myers Sony Grogers’ Association Ross City Toenay Farrelly Fata Manley Artorney Boyle

Kansas Grocers Face Organization Refusal

The attorney general shows no disposition to drop the suit sought by Senator Farrell and the Kansas Retail Grocers' association. Parkhurst-Davis of Topeka refused to join the new organization. President Davis says the group violates the law. Other firms declined entry include Kanney-Alton Mercantile of Arkansas City and Topelas Wholesale Grocery.

Farrells Kansas Retail Grocens’ Association Parkhurst-Davis Company Tpeka Davis Kanney-Alton Mercanile Company Arkansas City Topelas Wholesale Grocery Company

Cuban president alive says Dr Danforth reports

Dr Bl W Danforth of Milwaukee, personal physician to Salvador Clenvros, landed in New York on the Valencia from Cuban ports. He says the Cuban capital is at Axura and estimates Cuban forces at 2,000 to 35,000 armed men, with insurgents now mobilizing and confident of progress.

New York Valencia Naseau Bl. W. Danforth Milwaukee Wis Salvador Clenvros Santa Leia Elsner Br. Dinforth Associated Press Danforth Dans Forth Axura Puerto Principe

Assaults Crowther in Street Fight in Stroe

Ex Congressman George C Crowther leader of the Filier faction assaults Major John L Bittinger in Stroo Bt Joseph Missouri on June 12. Crowther had blood on the Major’s face before bystanders intervened. Bittinger is a lieutenant. The assault followed a newspaper interview in which Bittinger called Crowther Nar. More trouble may follow.

Crowther Stroo Bt. Joseph Georze C. Crowther John L Bittinger Filiey Republican Party Bittinger Kerene Chiat Meutenant

Billy Sterne Bold Move Shakes Kansas Political Field

W E Sterne travels to Washington to challenge Foss Leland for the U S marshal post amid Kansas City visits by Leland Crum and Harry Bone. George Findley of Topeka may receive internal revenue collector, affecting Sterne’s plan to unseat Crum. Sterne’s Chicago withdrawal and Topeka ties complicate the jockeying as Sutton seeks marshal chair.

Napoleon Kansas W. E. Sterne Washington Foss Lelands Possibie United States Tesuppert Baw Chicago Sunuigr Baker Lit Crum Marshal Leland Crum Harry Bone Kansas City Mr. Leland New Mexico Mr. Bone Sterne Mike Sutton Mr. Sterne Grasa

Two Topeka Failures Hit Local Commerce And Mortgages

The Bank of Topeka has taken charge of the Green Coal company owned by F. M. Webster after a 3000 mortgage, with Webster placed in charge as agent. The Weanburn store on Kansas Avenue failed as well, with Mr Washourn named as manager and Messrs. Wakkborn taking over business duties. Both failures stem from poor business and hard times, but authorities express confidence in the new leadership.

Kansas Avenue Topeka Washourn Wakkborn Bank of Topeka Br. Webster Weanburn Inn Topet Green Coal Company Mrr Websters Manarement Inn of

Miles near the Queen in Jubilee parade

A World report from London states General Miles will ride near the Queen in the Jubilee parade, a position second only to the queen's carriage, seen as British goodwill. The Santa Fe House also sells excursion tickets to Nashville, Texas, for the exposition.

U. S New York London Gren Miles Europe United States Army Santa Fe House Nachyilie, Tein

Reverend Parkhurst Sailed for Europe in frail state

New York reports Reverend Dr. Charles H. Parkhurst boarding the White Star steamer Germanic for a promised vacation amid a deteriorating condition. Police and onlookers watched as he was wheeled aboard, with flowers sent aboard and a cautious expectation that Swiss scenery may aid his recovery. his fate abroad and return depend on his health.

New York Charlies H. Parkhurst Germanic Iat Naralen Ae Bo Kuron Tere Parkhurst Wits Culding Kentie Parkiyarat Thyme Ris Ateamship John E Parson Anil Switzerland

To the Ladies Seek Decorators for Flower Parade

Topeka callers are asked to decorate carriages and join the Flower parade next fall. Ladies should send their nannies to Mia Sut ton at Topeka avenue or to the Curry building Floral parade headquarters opening after week Monday morning. Expected turnout may exceed last year. Some already volunteered to prepare costumes. others may leave overs for decorations at Floral concession headquarters.

Topeka Mia Sutton Eithie Hiawe Flata Curry Building Willie

Repaint Work Let for Walnot Grove Church

Local Walnot Grove Maine church to be repainted this summer with a work bid opening scheduled in July. The town’s US troops? confusion. bouquets and text cards sent to villages, hospitals, and the colored community mark a Pit Petthval gathering at KE Pinks ton Inet sieht. Jury verdict in merchants bank case favors claimant for 21,400 with 35,000 claimed. funeral held for L A. Stambaugh in Topeka cemetery after longstanding Okla/Turqua ties. Burglar enters 1003 Toneku Avenue store, steals pennies from a drawer, a key left at scene. no arrests yet. Rockefeller’s Daughter item from New York notes publication of Inez The witch of De McAlpin and other detours.

Walnot Grove Ula W. CT Stambaugh Polk Street Topeka Biltdine Toneku Avenue Ladies’ Exchange Te Lysmediatel Cuerdr Polles Des Partment

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