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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jun 15, 1897

Page

6

Exports and Liforts From May Trade Totals Decline

Washington July 15 The monthly statement of exports and imports by the bureau of statistics shows May exports of domestic merchandise over 76 million. Imports fell by about 44 million, while exports of gold and silver exceeded imports by large margins. Eleven months ending May show exports surpassing imports by hundreds of millions, with gold and silver movements highlighting overall trade patterns.

Washington Junk Sta Canary Department Bay of M-Rehwadise Isc Hayarte

Will See Dehs About It Jesse Populists Plan Colony

Lafayette June 15 John Call cot! ih number of negro adherents gathered in the front yard and waited for the world destruction that followers claimed would begin Saturday with the fall of London. When London proved unharmed he reacted with anger and was arrested. His case drew attention as he proclaimed his belief in apocalyptic tests and warned of impending meetings as he and supporters bid farewell to the world.

Lafayette Todt John Call Lonton London Eondi Callioatt

Not Color Dleomargarine Law Signed by Governor

The nightly text reports the governor signed a new bill banning the entry of butterine and Gleomargarine for the marker. The law, approved by the legislature, faced strong opposition from buverine makers across the state. A memorial mass for Teilind is noted, with services planned next summer to mark the one hundredth anniversary of Dentsett's birth.

Nfi Elgin Dateymen Vanizeth Teilind Agai

Miles' Nervine Restores Nervous Health Claim Ad

An advertisement features Miss Maggie Hannah praising Dr Miles' Nervine for headaches and nervous conditions. It narrates relief after using the remedy, mentions a Mrs. Wun of Chestnut St, and urges readers to use Miles' Nervine with a guarantee and free samples offer from BLES Medical Co. Kokbart, Ind.

Mies Marnie Wunpak Danville Bles Medical Kikbart Ind

Threatened strike at 8 8s Packing House over discharge

Discharged overseer Ward at the Sonnars Sonnerds Sulzberger refinery in Kansas City is blamed on incompetency and disobedience. Union leaders in Kansas City back a boycott of the firm’s products and urge the Trades Assembly to support a central labor boycott unless Ward’s retirement is arranged. Ward allegedly withheld lard refining secrets, prompting the manager to hire a New Yorker to take over. Ward refused to train the successor and was discharged.

Emeas City BJ. Ward Kansas City Kay Arcmoundie Ward Packing House Anchor Federal Katsasety Ken Turcott Committee Trades Assembly Tabor Sonnarschild & Sulzberger Company Torurrow War New York

Rail wreck on the GR tracks kills engineer in Indiana

A southbound express derailed near Stoneslade, Indiana, killing engineer David Kramer of Fort Wayne and injuring several crew members including wireman Grubeluf and carman Martin Minch. Express messenger H. M. Mundy of Grand Rapids had minor injuries. No passengers hurt. Bent is blamed for causing the derailment.

Indiana Injarea Richmond Reptis Indiana Railway Stonesla Hon Ramerine Amaker Dawid Kramer Fort Wayne Grubeluf Bent

Spain urged to change Cuban policy or face U S pressure

Washington dispatch reports Spain must alter its treatment of Cuban noncombatants or risk strong U S reaction. The White House plans to inform Madrid of displeasure and consider changes to policy, with officials stating the president will press for a conciliatory approach as details are finalized by the State Department.

Spain Chicaen Chicaeo Record Washington, D.C United States Cuba Una Ser Bean State Department Hvat Wester

Debs Linked Plan Draws Populist Move to Texas

Bradley leads Texas Populist committee toward a Chicago alliance with Eugene Debs and supporters to establish a colony in Texas as leaders Vandervoort and McAndrews relocate here joining ongoing political venture. A meeting to promote the movement is set for tomorrow as Debs line of action expands in the region.

Dallas Texas Bradley Cistate Populist Cormritytes Chicago Eugene Debs Nis Bochini Come Pl Vandervoort Pee

Social and Personal. Topeka society events summary

Topeka society notes old and new mingle at dinners and entertainment. Miss Anna Jones hosted the Stoker Ishell bridal party for a ten course dinner with guests from Lawrence and Kansas City. Harvard graduates were honored with crimson decor. The Ladies Mangolin Club, Walker recital plans, and multiple visits by Topeka residents to Ottawa, Emporia, and other towns fill the social calendar with arrivals, departures, and forthcoming trips to Europe.

Anna Jones Edith Isbell Mabel Martin Harriet Funes Anne Jones Geo Stoker Jus. Hoe Haversock Lawrence Tom Hwan Kaheas City Galen Nichols George Heyden Harvard Jie Bowersock Galen Nichole

Pay Day Specials at Local Market

Pay Day Specials feature price deals listed as 3c each for steea items, with promotional emphasis on value and limited-time availability at the market.

Local society notes from Burlington and nearby towns

Mrs HA Cone traveled to Lawrence to visit her mother for a few days. Miss Fesdie Stewart visits Mrs A A Bewslier in Atchison. Mrs James Hanes and her nephew Carl Barris, who stayed with Mrs H E Hanna, plan to return to Des Moines, Iowa.

Burlington HA. Cone Lawrence Fesdie Stewart A. A. Bewslier Atchison James Hanes Carl Barris H. E. Hanna Des Afoines Tamarrs

City Council Reviews West Side Sewer Plans and Assessments

The Topeka city council met to review sewer estimates for west side and North Topeka districts. Estimates total about 550.16 with about 16 cents per lot for 34 lots. Appraisers named to assess against districts include Green, Carter, and Chane. A 30000 bank bond was approved. auditorium plans and festival chorus contest were discussed but no final decisions made.

North Topeka Buchanan and Lincoln Streets Fifth Fensig Unio Pacific Railroad Kansas Avenue Fellows William Green J. M. Carter FR. T. Chane Bank of Topeka Connell L. Mi Woe

Abandoned in mid ocean on Buckhurst sinking

The Buckhurst sailed from Newcastle for Param with cargo of ceal. After a February voyage, smoke appeared April 3 and pumps failed. Crew abandoned ship after ten days. Five crew reached Cocos Island. four died or disappeared. Rescued by the Pacific Mail steamer City of Para at Punta Arenas.

San Francisco Pacific Mail Para Thie Port mid-Pacific Buckhurst Punta Arenas Newcastle Param Cocos Island Sal

Statue to Mrs Scott Siddens in Paddington Green

June 1 ceremony unveils a statue of the famed actress Mrs Scott Siddens near Paddington Old Cemetery where she was laid to rest 66 years ago. Henry Irvine announced the tribute acknowledging her contribution to the stage and her connection to London.

Scott Stddens London Henry Irvine Stre Sere Scott Siddens Paddington Green Paddington Old Cemetery

Wreck of the Kinkora Off Clipperton Reef

News from Acapulco reports the British ship Kinkora wrecked on Clipperton reef on May 2 after a squall dismasted her. Two crew reached Acapulco, leaving twenty men stranded with four months of food as the rescuers departed on June 2.

San Clipperton Reef Acupules Clipperton

Deaths and fund drive marked June 11 arrivals

George Toon a Rock Island railroad carpenter died at Salvation Army hospital after several weeks with typhoid fever. He lived at 10 Tyler Street and was a married father of a large family. Also noted is the death of ROS McIntyre at 1416 West Sixth Street aged 61, a church and community figure with long service on the First Methodist board. A fund for Mark Twain was launched in New York with an initial $1,000 gift from the Herald.

George Toon Rock Island Railroad Tyler Street Salvation Army Hospital Knight’ Ambulance Ll. H. Mann Rock Inland McGordon Knight Gordon Mcintyre Ros. Mcintyre West Sixth Street First Methodiat Cauteh Wes Jeaver Mesere George Ralph McIntyre Mark Pwata New York The Herald Mark Twain

Wichita Postmaster Pick Favored by Local Politician

Ex state senator O H Bentley of Wichita says Newton June 1k-sum Allison will be the next Wichita postmaster. Allison is described as a cousin to President McKinley with strong political backing and a quiet but persistent campaign led by Bentley and allies in Wichita.

Bentley McKinley Newton Allison Wichita O. H. Bentley Ttn Selgwick Uhis Ed Ber Washington Ike Allun

New Yorkers Buy Rich Mines In Arizona Turmoil

New York capitalists close purchase of San Xavier zinc copper group long described in Tucson art mime. Mines discovered forty years ago and touted for abundant metals. Location 16 miles from Tuee Run. Wage cuts trigger strike at Worcester cycle shops. About 100 workers walk out in Middletown Connecticut after prior reductions. shop employs around 400, up to 700 when at full capacity.

Tucson Art New York San Xavier Boston Youn Arizona Lew Haven Worcester Cycle Middletown Conn

George A Clark May Resten From State Board

Report says George A Clark of Function Cry will resign from the state board of charities. He would not confirm the plan when asked and gave no clear reply.

Geo. A Clark George A. Clark Function Cry State Board of Charities Mrr Clark

Mongolians Dominate California Beet Sugar Industry

State Labor Commissioner Fitzgerald reports alarming labor claims as he returns from investigation. He asserts 95 to 98 percent of workers in California beet fields are Japanese and Chinese, with Chinese facing strong pressure and Japanese workers expanding control. He cites Hawaii fishery labor shares and predicts the Japanese would soon dominate the California beet sugar sector.

California San Francisco Fitzgerald Thom Cen Fishiv Hawaii Fivida

Walking World Traveler and McKinley in Washington

A curious world traveler Konstantin von Rengeartner reports 10 500 miles walked from Riga to Teheran across Asia with plans to reach the Atlantic seaboard while funding his own trip. President McKinley arrives in Washington after overnight rail travel and declines a court invitation due to official duties. Charles D Lane plans to sell the Esperanza mine near Mexico City to English capitalists for about 36 million in cash.

San Francisco Kolstantin von Rengeartner Thusela Asia Beattie Jas Washington Riga Auatot Don Tulle Teheran Siberia Rengartner Atlantic Seaboard

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