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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jun 21, 1897

Page

6

Social and Personal News From Topeka and Vicinity

In Topeka and nearby areas many social events unfold. Mrs Emma Baker Smith and Mrs Alice Mitchin Poser receive diplomas from Chant augex eradi m oes, while Mr and Mrs George W Hunt wed at the bride’s home and plan a Colorado honeymoon. Socials include visits from Miss Winifred Wasner and Libble Mastlett of Chicago, with numerous locals noted for engagements, travel plans, and gatherings in Topeka and beyond.

Otdawa Emma Baker Smith Alice Mitchin Poser Tuptke Ge. ©. Brith Mra B.G. Poster

One Fare for Round Trip Plus Two Dollars

A fragmentary notice discusses travel rates and services on the Santa Fe Route via the Milwaukee end, praising luxurious amenities aboard dining cars and comfortable seating, with a dated reference to July 9, 1897 and a national educational association in Milwaukee.

National Educational Association Muwaukes, Is

California to Kansas City News From The Week

The excerpt notes Mrs. Mate Ritchie leaving for Kansas City for four weeks. It mentions a wedding announcement for Byrd Prescott formerly of Topeka and Mr. Hh Stewart in Kansas City on Wednesday June 16. It states Mrs. Stewart is chief clone in the Bano Fe store and will be away until after July 4. Mrs. Gree Dgusherty and children visit their parent at Downs, Indiana.

Mile Bryan Ottawa Sweetfly Helen Moun Pred Honebralon Minnie Stax Well Joan Camptell Valley Palle Mis Topeka Keying Ise Prane Littlefield Minger Misa Libble Mastlett Chicury Lillian Wigitluck Ang Bre Wagner Lillian Wihitiyck Wilt Wadsworth Harmon Ryus Prank Davie Willam Alster Myra Pereusyh Brink Jarrell Wil Ieahe Ute Murainer W. Goss Jessie Meretn Murphy Newion Ottery Tomorne Shell Newsor Seba F. Ro Milspaugh Jertia Abrams Hrookhaven Mate Vinitine Pringilrsere Nienard Gunary Perry Habe Max Colton Kinsax City Toneka Urviher the M. Cowen Margaret Stolle Ans Olty Aties Jennie Hazar Mer Ameen Akers Hertha Abrams Brookhaven Mins Fanny Diment Kansen City Misa DifHentis M. Seetis Mize Blanche Jherser Leavenworth Samet Yoener New York Vinewood Wemenday Gey, Barrys Bert Graham Wollen Mill Oakland Savois God Bienbere Atre California Mate Ritchie Kansas City Mise Byrd Prescott Hh Stewart Kanaey City Stewart Bano Fe Banee Mir Womrt Fia Downs, Inn W. A. Michiel Com- Salleh Contia Ip West Six Ave Heceinta Been Kane Bia Lom Ormalin Tate Mile Bopiemi Joao Rey Ahan Shasaa Gaga

Judge to Remove Bank Receiver in Mound Valley Case

Judge Walter T. Simons of the district court at Mound City will remove A G Seaman as receiver of the Citizen bank of Mound Valley and appoint new managers. The action follows Seaman’s alleged failure to disclose the bank’s condition and improper handling of a dividend, with Waterman reporting misconduct and disputes arising during the examination. An incident recounted involves Seaman’s associate Snoddy, who reportedly assaulted Waterman during the inquiry.

M A. Watermen Hnnda Walter T. Simons District Court Mound City Remieve A. G. Seansitn Cilzene” Bank of Mound Valley Seimon Seamien M.A. Walveman II Ad Sonciim Breidenthal Waterman Sen— We Imotos T Jis Etelra Aagfom Ani Fhe James Spedde Seaman Wateemin State Department Snoddy Witerman Siaons

Stockyards Cane Drag Case Delayed Until September

The Kansas City stockyard injunctive suit challenging the constitutionality of the new House bill will not be disposed of before September. Judge Foster and attorneys discussed scheduling a meal hearing this afternoon. The special master’s report is pending for weeks, with further arguments on exceptions possible by either side once the hearing date is set.

Kansas City Pisser

Floral Fund Grows in Local Parade Effort

The Ladies Committees report weekly progress on the Floral parade fund. Mrs Reel contributed 175 and Mrs Woolverton 10.35, boosting totals alongside gifts from Mrs Cavert and others to about 375 by this morning. Mrs Sutton names Mrs Cavert to oversee fundraising across locations and volunteers plan to canvass for several hundred dollars to decorate the Rover Committee’s effort. Local teams will distribute materials and provide rooms in the Curry building to support ongoing work.

Mre Woolverton Mea E. J. Reel Mra Button CF. Cavert Foe Rover

Loyal Mention and Local Inquest Remains of Burghess

Rebecca Burgess aged 20 died of consumption at 21d Chaonler street Saturday afternoon. Funeral held from Fine Christian church at 4 o'clock this afternoon. Mr. Hureesy sister of Mrs Nels Anderson. Motorist Wakcet of the Tenth Blrest Life was moving west yesterday he likes from Peit platferny to tuk at the Searniee of the car and his head collided. Pete Fee knocked unconscious but resumed work this morning. Updearale in Topeks on his way in the St. Joe races where he will officiate air starter. Entry numbers for purse races show many top strings from California to New York. Mr Uy estimates classifications 18 to tie these points, 19 in 2:53 pace, 20 in 2:32 trot. Sir Updegraff recently retired from Omaha where he acted starter in the racer there. For construction forever. Take Cascargie Candy Cathartic today. WGC. disregard further details.

Siew Rebecca Burgess Chaonler Street Mise Hureesy Mra Nels Anderson Pete Fee St. Joe California New York Uy Saya Timate Updegraff Omaha

Wall street gambling raids spark anticipated retaliation

New York The Herald reports plans for retaliation against Wall Street firms tied to bucket shops and discretionary pool houses. Andrew Morrison and associates face grand jury indictments over alleged dealing in put and call options viewed as illegal gambling. Morrison’s raid and arrest fuel calls for impartial enforcement.

New York The Herald Today Andrew P. Morrison Grand Jury Wall Street Mortizon Morrison Conselidated Exchange Stock Exchange O'Hare Dinnean M. Pearse

All Hanna's Way Delegates Gather in Toledo for Nomination contest

There are many delegates in Toledo with little opposition to Senator Hanna's renomination and McKinley and Hanna factions backing Dick while Foraker and Bushnell back Kurtz. The contest for control dominates the scene as Dick claims 13 of 21 committee seats. Kurtz arrives tonight as both sides set up headquarters and plan district by district caucus to form the state central committee which will choose the campaign chair.

Toledo Sinstor Bushne McKinley Hanna Foraler Bushell Kurtz Kurtzill Kurte State Committee Kurta State Central Committee

Life Returns From East to Seek Kansas Boundary Evidence

Ed Life has returned from a trip through the east focusing on Washington engineering department records to obtain accurate information on Kansas eastern boundary. When asked if the investigation will yield encouragement he replied that he cannot answer until the inquiry continues considerably.

Hls Washinton Kansas

Johnson Denies Uncharged Claims In Interview

Mr Johnson of Peabody denies statements attributed to him about Democrats and Populists forming a three-place ticket on the state ticket. He says he has not been in Newton recently and has not discussed campaign plans. the Newton article did not confirm the three-spot claim. Local coverage notes variance between sources.

G. Johnson Peabody National Committee Mum Democrats Bassas Denis Icto Asserligne Newton Thie Campaien Johnson

Presidential Appointments From Washinellas Quiet Listing

The president intends to appoint several individuals to commissions and posts. John Foster of Virginia is named for a Halifax location, W F Dickey of Louisiana for Peru, Albert Thompson of Ohio, Alexander C Botkin of Montana, and De Te Culbersin of Texas to commissions involving revival and county matters with congressional approval forthcoming.

Washinellas John Foster Halifax N. S W. F. Dickey Louisiena United States Hide Congress

National Educational Association Meeting Adverts Travel Details

An advertisement urges National Educational Association attendees to travel to Milwaukee Wisconsin for a meeting July 6 to 9. It praises Union Pacific service from Omaha or Kansas City with day coaches chair cars and Pullman sleepers. A round trip fare of one dollar plus $2.50 for west of the Missouri River is noted, with inquiries directed to LLOMAX & TA Omaha.

Burret i Union Pacific Teas Milwauker Wis Association Brlers Aston Pacific Tnlon Pacific Omaha Kansas City Paints Missouri River

London crowd cheers as royal procession advances

The palace pageantry unfolds with the duke of Onawahet riding into the yard to cheers after the queen processes to luncheon. Levee attire shown, guests dine in state rooms while London crowds seek viewing spots. Talks of rising tram fares and security concerns accompany coverage of the looming procession.

Duke of Onnaweht Guanis London Scais Ouinibus England Scothind Yard Great Britain Phe Leafiet

Jubilee Week Parade Raises Sharp Police Clash

London reports celebrate the queen’s jubilee with royal portraits and official processions. Attaches from foreign navies and armies follow a detailed parade, while a volunteer display near Liverpool ends in a violent crowd confrontation leaving unknown fatalities.

London Aird the Times Ali Ht United States

Missouri Pack Runs Special Train for Brian Day in Ottawa

Bryan at Ottawa hosts Brsian Day prompting Missouri Pack to run a special train from Topeka Friday June 25 leaving 7:25 and returning 7:30 p.m. Tickets set at 1.40 for round trip good going and returning on the special train paid.

Ottawa Mirsouri Pack Topeka Oltewa

Frisco's New Postmaster Named in Washington

The president nominated Wilfred W. Montague to be postmaster at San Prameléco. The notice appears in Washington on June 9, noting the appointment and the ceremonial oversight. A separate health note advertises Cascareta Cathartic as a remedy for constipation, with a refund offer through druggists.

Frisco Washington Wilfred W. Montague San Prameléco

Collins Improving After Beating and Robbery Incident

St Louis resident Collins slowly recovers after a brutal beating and robbery at Meramec High-Tends last week. His doctor forecasts a full recovery in weeks. In a lengthy interview he repeats accusations against Martin Ensley, claiming Ensley robbed him of $6,000, hid a hammer, and knew where Collins kept $36,000.

St. Louis C. v. Collins Meramec High Collins Coltina Martin Ensley Ensley Thade Peet

Hyena 15 Shot Near Lincoln Park After Attacking Dog

Chicago reports hyena escaped from cage near Lincoln Park last Tuesday. It killed a bulldog after injuring it and terrorized cemeteries. Weather notes show a mild afternoon with SE wind at 12 mph and low 80s temperature. An ad touts Herb ine as a health tonic from Geo. W. Stacs Geld and Miller's Pharmacy.

Lincoln Park Chicago Jim Harlem Azteen Rifles Kansas Avenue Miller's Pharmacy Sixth Topeka Avenue

Bryan at Ottawa Chautauqua Date and Train Details

Bryan Das will address the Ottawa Chautauqua Assembly on June 1. A special Missouri Pacific train to Topeka leaves Ottawa at 7:20 p m with return. Round trip tickets cost 1 00 and are for the special train only. Santa Fe route recommended for attendance.

Bryan Das Ottawa Ben. W J. Bryan

Wanted to Kill Pullman Chicago

Ferdinand F. Pullman, claiming to be George M. Pullman’s son, stood at State and Madison and proclaimed in German and broken English his intent to kill his father. Detained at Harrison Street and examined, he ranted about the Pullman name, said he came from Milwaukee seeking work, and believed his father refused to acknowledge him. authorities deem him insane.

Chicago Jane II Ferdinand F. Pullman Harrison Street Sasen State Madison Streets George M. Pullman Ferdinand Pullman Miwaukee George M. Mullman Hla Germany America Pulliom

Counter to Bryan and Free Silver Debate

An interview with Paul Sorg of Middletown discusses a push for free silver and debt relief in the 1896 political context. Sorg is mentioned as a possible candidate for governor, and the piece notes his stance on monetizing silver at a fixed ratio amid calls for reform and consequences.

Paul Sorg Cincinnati Middletown Sotg

Today’s Market Report Chicago Livestock June 3

Chicago market report notes hog arrivals about 46 000 with mixed trading and expectations for tomorrow. Cattle receipts near 10 bouquets and price ranges shown for various categories. Kansas City and Texas markets also reported with cattle, hog, and sheep movements and futures outlooks. Wheat prices for different grades listed with futures expectations.

Chicago Generalis Ie Siigeta Wester Ares Eee Ag Kansas City Kauss Clix Texas

Market Notes From Topeka Wheat and Corn Prices Report

A Topeka market summary lists wheat and corn prices, receipts, and futures attitudes. It notes declines in wheat and overall market activity, with supply expectations, future prices, and ad hoc farm yields shaping daily movement.

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