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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jun 12, 1897

Page

2

Munyon's Rheumatism Cure Promoted by Letters

A testimonial notice extols Munyon's Rheumatism Cure as a broad remedy. It cites patients cured after varying durations and praises the product, with addresses of distributors in Lincoln Philadelphia and other cities. The ad emphasizes homeopathic claims and calls for readers to obtain the medicine via local druggists.

C.F. Huttmay Munyon Pate Cantera Birest Wichita Kansara Manvon Lincoln Peliedelphia Delphia

Dynamite Threat Aimed at Governor Smith Residence

Leavenworth June 15 A report states Oliver is taken on strong circumstantial evidence of planning to blow up Governor Smiths home with dynamite or an infernal machine. Police traced Oliver from threats to his boarding at the Mirage House and his capture by Deputy U S Marshals. Authorities pursue other suspects as veterans and political enemies linger in the case amid a broader inquiry into Governor Smiths leadership.

Leavenworth Governor Smith Soller Joseph W. Oller UN Stat Oliver Olwaty Buty Miraourt House Ben Otiver Mandel United States BE. C. Murphy Will Neely C. B Murphy H. Miles Moore Smith Eb, Wheeler Neely John Biringer Kansas Rrenkers Pimina Rome Santa Monica Oal Colonel Smith Congressional Swith J. L. Wever

Tombs Portico Moved to Blackwell’s Island Entrance

At a board meeting on June 12 New York officials decided to relocate the Tombs portico to Blackwell’s Island as the main entrance to the penitentiary. Commissioner Robert K. Wright and Warden Louie Pilsbury reported the plan to transport the Egyptian entrance from the Tombs to the penitentiary’s front, facing the yard.

Penitentiary New York Blackwell's Island Cortesions Robert K. Wright Louie Pilsbury Ely

Beer for Tramps Sparks Free Lunch Counter in Chicago

June 12 report describes Harry B. Lewis, recently converted at a revival, distributing meat and bread from a barrel at 286 Dowrburn Street to about 200 tramps who feasted after Lewis rented the vacant store with $15 in funds and beer from two barrels. He was arrested after his erratic actions drew attention. authorities handed him to friends.

Lewis Chicago Dowrburn Street Harry B. Lewis

Jacob Baker Estate Fake Debunked Fraud Warning

A Philadelphia report exposes the Jacob Baker estate tale as a sham spread by sharpers. Hundreds were misled, with alleged heirs in Kansas and Topeka examined. the supposed 380 million dollar estate was shown to be fiction.

Peopie Discoverie Jacob Baker Exta Sharpere Sveral Jacob Haker Kansas City Kansas D. 5. Eckert Topeka Eckert Baker Thomas Brower Peacock Frederick A. Lawrence Philadelphia Barness Smyth Henry Baker Jordanald Paledelphia Henry Taker Fairmount Park United States

Patriotic Pope Leo Explains Views on France and Government

Rome reports Observatore note in which Pope Leo defines his stance. He declines to favor republic or monarchy, says religion best serves under existing government, and urges loyalty to constituted authority. He expresses affection for France and hopes for calming passions guiding Germany’s interests.

Rome Observatore Pops France Lhaes Holy Sea

Harvest in Oklahoma Wheat Yields Break Records in Kay County

In Kay county Oklahoma wheat harvest begins with exceptionally high quality and a record yield. Newkirk reports heads five inches long with potential threshing up to five million bushels for the county. Also noted is cures for piles using Di Witt's Witch Hazel Salve from Geo W Stansfield and local merchants Kitchell & Marburg.

Kay County Newkirk Oklahoma di Witt Geo W Stansfield Kanave

Fair Grounds Repair Underway Ahead of Fall Festival

Workmen began repairing and grading the fair grounds under the Committee of Fifteen. The plan calls for strengthening buildings, waterproofing, and improving drainage with a new fence, water supply, and grounds layout to ensure a top condition for the festival.

Delegates to Nashville from Middle-of-the-Road Populists

The Willits Steinberger faction of the middle-of-the-road Populist party selected a lengthy slate of delegates for the national conference in Nashville. Names listed include J. Willits, McLoud, J. G. Webb, Parson, Quincey A. Baldwin, Tongangxte, WR Means, Metuth, LV Kennedy, Port Sebtt, George Campbell, Os Weaits, and many others from towns such as Canton, Phillipsburg, Leavenworth, Topeka, Girard, Winfield, and Wichita, with committee selections and replacements noted. The central committee in Topeka appointed successors to deposed members in various districts.

Willits- Steinberger Nashville J. ¥. Willits McLoun G Webb Parsons Quincey A. Baldwin Tongangxte WR Means Metuth B. Kennedy Port Leavenworth Nuthen Beaschamp Almera E. J. Hu Phillipsburg Joe Bergen Winfield H.C. Lindsay Lopeka HR. Webster Utica Xahe Green Girard H. Haskell Athlene John Bunker Lucas Lee Moore Hoye City M.D. Les Anthony Stewart Hoyt J. J. Masterson Topeka Bennington

WILL DEFEAT ALLEN IN SUMNER COUNTY RACE

Wellington lawyer J Lingenfelter and Osage City director PT ONeill discuss the Kansas Supreme Court cane ruling. They condemn the decision as preventing investigation and damaging political evidence. They expect Allen to be defeated in renomination for his current post.

Wem J. Lingenfelter Wellington Burrs of Dictators Hutchinson Ceformatory PT Oneill Osage City O'Neil Lingenfelter Supreme Court Wuriex Doster Snatice Allen

Pennsylvania in Now Shrinking About Its Worthless Legislature

A June report from Harrisburg notes no charity funds without new revenue bills. The concurrent resolution faces five days to reverse action before a July 1 deadline, needing unanimous consent if delayed. Senator Quay opposes the date and may seek extended time to fund charitable activities as the $18,000,0048 appropriation leaves state institutions underfunded.

Pennsylvania Quay

Crisis in Reform Episcopal Council Sparks Mass Resignations

At the General Council in New York the debate over vestments ends with a victory for the black gown on votes of 26 to 16 among clergy and 2 to 2 among laymen. Bishop Cheney protests, resigns from key trusts. Harriet Benson withdraws $15,000 annual income from two trusts. Many officials resign or are replaced, council adjourns amid tension and uncertainty for the church’s future.

New York General Council The Reformed Episcopal Church Campbell Asher Cheney Chicago Mse Akelesh Cummins Ernest Special Church Extension Trust Theological Seminary Chas Edward Cheney Latans Tikhop Cheney Morton Philadelphia Harriet Benson Tracey Special Church Extension , Trust Special Synod Trust R W. Par Wm F Patstey Trey Waltmor Ciety Eines van Byps Cleveland Cyurncil Whisper Gishor Fallows Sesson Withim Wal Miss Benson Rex Tracy Uade Bishon Fallows

New Electric Light Discovery From Marquette Plant

Marquette, Mich June 12 A Wise son superintendent of the local electric plant says he found a complete model of an electric lighting plant by inventor Joan Ingalls buried since 127 and just unearthed in perfect order The device purportedly emits light like a incandescent bulb without fuel by electrical energy waves through a vacuum at high frequency and may shake up the electrical world

Marquette Mich R. A. Wiseson Wison Joan Ingalls

Ice Cream Vaud Luxury Recedes with Market Value Drop

The item notes ice cream as a luxury but affordable for every family, citing Scott Bros for twenty years. It mentions home delivery wagons at doorsteps daily and emphasizes careful service for orders including parties and sockala plenies.

Paket Ie Srascott Bros Fomins Tit

Court of Appeals Opinions Delivered by Southern Department

Southern division lists opinions in several cases including Missouri Pacific Railway Co. v. Mead estate administrator, judgment affirmed. City of Packson v. Hampton affirmed. Western division cases modified or affirmed. several dismissals and reversals noted. docket includes rail and insurance firm disputes and municipal actions.

Southern Department Southern Department of the Court of Appeals Port Scott Eastern Division J. H. Hankest A. Barter Geo Barber J. W. Hisleyva H. Pruct Jf Darton Missouri Pacific Railway Go M. de Bertmen Via Mead J. D. Mead Packson Mary C. Hampton Th. Walker Frank Playter Blount Liverpool London and Glove Insurance Co Clive KE. Tepfer A. Dobson Central Division Wm. Hardwick H. Rutter Gfresuwood A. T Joan PL Snodeger FA. R. Co Anderson F.T, Preston The Barber Asphalt Co F. RR. Co David IL Chenoworth Geo. Moaxtell AT &8& Far Co

Watson Swears Off Trade With Republicans and Democrats

Tom Watson announces he will no longer trade with Republicans or fuse with Democrats after winning control of the Populist conference. The Nashville July Fourth gathering aims to reorganize the party and oust Marion Butler with a new national committee. Watson calls for eliminating the Bryan Butler and Bargains trio and pledges strict leadership.

Watson Nashville Peither

Reunions and Campfires Arranged by Kansas G A T

A list shows G A T reunions and campfires with dates across towns including Scranton Ottawa Sherman Baxter Springs Concordia Topeka Leavenworth and others. Department Commander Botkin and Adjutant General Hundwck will attend all events.

Kansas Department Scranton Ottawa G. A Baxter Springs Reunion Uu. Garnett Anderson County Newton Marion County Fuola Baldwin City Parsons Cedarvale Topeka Leavenworth Botkin Hundwck

Gypsy Queen Mary Stanley Buried at Woodland Cemetery

Mary Stanley, Gypsy Queen and head of a wealthy tribe, was buried at Woodland cemetery after dying at Clarendon in December. She was crowned queen at Munro in February 299 and died at 18. The embalmed body lay in the vault as Rev. A E Hale led ceremonies. Gypsy attendees from various tribes joined the procession.

Woodland Cemetery Mar Dayton Woodland A. EB. Hale First Reform Church

Big Sugar Firm Fails In St Pierre Martinique

A New York Herald special from St Pierre Martinique reports the house of C Aries & Co suspended payments with liabilities over 1,000,001. Large assets exist but are unavailable, and the collapse threatens six of seven sugar factories funded by Titin, risking thousands of jobs. The British Colonial Bank ceased drafting on New York amid a general gloom.

New York Jne Herald St. Pierre Martinique House of C. Aries & Co Tas Suuvok

Pullman Heads West on Kansas City Trip

Kansas City adds a page to Pullman Palace Car founder George Pullman's itinerary visiting Hansa City and the Santa Fe line. Attending were Norman B. Steam, G L Dunlap, and BH Caltt as the party toured the Kansas City Pittsburg Gulf line offices and terminals aboard Pullman's private car. The group discussed large fortune figures and anticipated prosperity akin to prior political promises.

Kansas City Grovesst Pullman Pullman Palacy Car Company Hansa Sir Georges Italy McKinley Mark Hana Mimeelf

National Educational Association Meeting Preview

National Educational Association meeting notes praise for Union Pacific service to Buffalo and Milwaukee events. mentions special trains, routes, and rates, plus testimonials and ad blurbs about pain relief, medicines, and local services.

Buffalo Union Pacific Milwaukee Wiz Mixacurt Ennion Pacific Walon Pacific Omatia Kansas City

Don’t Stop Tobacco Don’t Stop Tobacco Sudden Stop

An early 20th century advertisement touts Bacocuro as a medicinal tobacco cure. It claims it is vegetable and persive, cures while used, and notifies when to stop. The offer promises written guarantees and refunds with interest, pricing one dollar per box and fifty cents for three boxes, with mail order details and a free booklet.

Oenegieim Oh ,Chemical & Mts Cone Crosse

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Swift & Holliday Igecarion Bee Jones Kansan Shawnee Building and Loan Association Colt St. Secretar Frank Long Walnut Emery Bied Thayer Weirton Fase Bao Balbese St. Denis Broadwey & With Grace Church WM. H. Righter Kanai Ian Triltmere J. M. Knight Neir Combine Undertaker & Furniture Dealer J. W. Oliver Taken DewWitt Geo. W. Stansefield Omre Sampic Queen Victoria Jacob Bakel Pope Leo Rubber Boas, Kitchell & Marburg Will Allen W. J. Lingenfelter Hammocks Kitchel & Marburg Critical Imposing Blackdown Scott Bros Fourth and Taylor Streets Court OF Appeals Tom Watson Aries & Co J. K. Jones Ottewa Chautauqua Missouri Pacific Garfield Park Jewell Gas Stores Kitcheil & Brarburg Bradfield Atlasts. Ag Pullman Issac Horner Barton House Barton W. Va Arriv Forest Park Gitlinan Brown Mut South Gurdyur Dottors Footers Tosity Khrows Fifth Street Kanpoe Avenue Beggs Notics East Fifth Street Roken Edge Ecollara Parriest
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