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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1897

Page

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Five States Said to Plan Coal Strike Across Regions

Reports from Presburg and Columbus claim a broad miners strike is being organized across five states, with a schedule setting tolls and a potential work stoppage. Officials deny any unified action, while Patrick Dern of the Pittsburgh district declines knowledge of such a plan and stresses no decisive meeting testimony.

Presburg Solvers” Association Ae Atternoor Columbus Ghia Virginia Pennsylvania Thin Pennsylva Nia Patrick Dern Pittshareistrict Dietlime Bam Columbur Menrae Michael Elu Ohio

Dr Gunsaulus III to be moved to sanitarium in Michigan

Dr Frank Cuncinius, pastor at Plymouth Church and head of the Ariour dnaticae, has been seriously ill since returning two months ago from New York where it was alleged he arranged to become the pastor of the head wap thernaci. He has been removed to the sanitarium at Alma, Michigan, as doctors deem necessary.

Michigan Chicago Frank Cuncinius Plymouth Conaresnthiml Ariour Dnaticae New Cork Thernaci Alma

Appointment of General Woodford Sparks Spanish Tension

The Pall Mall Gazette reports United States minister Woodford's arrival in Spain amid rising agitation. The article suggests possible Upland command changes, signaling potential U.S. and Spanish adjustments, with wariness over concessions and the chance of intervention if peace talks fail.

Woodford Tendon Pall Mall Gazette

Funeral services for Herean and Van Ener set for Grace tomorrow

Funeral services for Herean and Van Ener, who died at Christ hospital after an operation, will be held at Grace tomorrow afternoon. The body will lie in a vault at Palmer's Undertaking Establishment before final shipment to Rioldhewith in New York. Van Laer, aged, leaves a wife and several children and came from New York to work with Mr HF Ball in the Heal Estate Trust Company.

Herean New York HF Ball Heal Estate Trust Company New York State

Governor Leedy Shocked by Donation Letter Image

Governor Leedy received a copy of a donation request from Iris Lon Stier of Wichita accompanying a photograph of Miller and his wife and their triplets born June 21. The letter names Sedgwick County officials and requests funds to support Miller family’s needs. The governor, amused by the McKinley references, forwards the matter to party officials for consideration.

Leedy Todal Iris Lon Stier Wichita Miller State House Qashnghe Diller Sedewick Binmelf William McKinley Allison McKinley Ida Saxton Mii McKinley Nally Cy le Jan’ Ur Callman Simpaon Fépublican Kotemor Keneas Peps

Dissected body parts found miles apart in New York City

Two boys discovered the lower trunk part at One Hundred and Seventy-Sixth Street and Undercliffe Avenue, wrapped in oilcloth. The upper trunk was found in East River near Eleventh Street. Autopsy showed two heart area stab wounds and injuries suggesting the victim was alive during the attack.

New York Lune One Hundred and Seventy-Sixth Street Undercliffe Avenue Jennie East River O/Hanlon Jon O'Han Jon

Prisoners Shackled for Penitentiary Transfer Amid Trials

Sheriff Hepley of Indy moved inmates to the penitentiary as Harry Stoops faced appeals after his conviction for immoral conduct involving Marjory Wallace in Chicago. Colvin Hayes and several others were allowed to remain in Topeka pending further action. Witness accounts allege threats and coercion connected to the case, with additional prisoners named for various offenses and sentences.

Rient Pepitentiacy Hepley Indy Harry Stoops Chicago Marjory Wallace Supreme Court Colvin Hayes Ththticnkons Memhrant Topeks Harry Stomps Une Marjery Wallace Wes Hazen Stunick Jobe Jubileon Hn Kelly Sears Bargbittelgoun

Ohio Democrats at Columbus Open Free Silver Convention

Ohio Democrats meet in Columbus to back free silver and McLean for U S Senate amid bitter governor race. Contests rage over Welty Chapman and Sorg aligned candidates while Silver Republicans press for lieutenant governor spot. Platform accuses Hanna led Republicans of corruption and calls for immediate Cuban belligerent rights, coinage reform, and anti surplus currency policy.

Columbus al- Foor Jno Lawrence T Neal McKinney John Farley Guide Standard McLean Twiert T. Hoagh Paul J. Surg Camp del Joseph Duillie Cleveland Sorg John C. Welty Horace L. Chapman McLean Tn Hough Melaan Kenefor Lawrence T. Neal Cinrinnati Pllver Leutenant Hicket Bryan Sewall Melegnies Demuerscy Ohio Conventon Arraigna Republican Party Marcus Alonzo Hanna le Ballet Mane McKinsey Reater Hanna Republican National Committee Ohie United States Obie Wenipfree Thomas Jefferson Treasury Secretary of the Treasury Republic of Cuba Hana Congress Ghia Urleans RT Housh D. D. Donovan Welty Chapman Donovan Dart -Beater Chicago Hrice Carlisle Washington Melean McConville Cincinnati Corwolus

Old Mose Hoey dies in Delirium at 60

William H. Hoey known as Old Mose and creator of the parlor match persona died in New York City at the home of his mother in law after a long delirium and refusal to eat. His career spanned vaudeville with Evans and Bryant and musical comedy with Minnie and Lena French. A brain disease two years earlier ended his stage work.

New York William H. Hoey Mose Mr. Hoy United States Charles Evans Nosy Bryant Evans Huey Minnie Lena French Spd Wis Chuck Mt. Clemens Mich

Judge Halts South Dakota Maximum Rate Law

Omaha report notes U S district Judge Casland in Sioux Falls issued an order restraining the South Dakota railroad commission from enforcing the maximum rate law passed by the late legislature. Hearing held at Sioux Falls prompted by actions of several rail lines including Chicago Northwestern and Great Northern among others.

Omaha Casland South Dakota District United States Court Railroad Commission South Dakota Sioux Falls Chicago & Northwestern St. B Great Northern Frémont Elktigun Missouri Valley G St. P

Snow falls in Virginia in June shock residents

Remarkable weather in Caroline County Virginia on June 29 reports a snow-like phenomenon in the sky. Moncuré, a prominent county man, notes a cloud of snowy particles appeared about twenty feet above ground and melted before reaching the earth as observers watched from a house porch.

Caroline County Richmond Virginia Ewc. Moncuré Sore

BeLOIT School Affairs Mrs Phoebs Baer New Superintendent

The state board of charities appoints Mrs Phoebe Baer of Baldwin City as superintendent of the Iris Industrial School at Melott with a staff including Bile Helix Swift seamstress Milus dia ale Vannoy and Mary Curry. Baer manages the farm after her husband’s death and is described as educated and capable.

Phoebs Baer Baldwin State Board of Charities Iris Melott Phoebe Baer Baldwin City Holseleeper Bile Helix Swift Mound City Milus Diaale Vannoy Tribune Mary Curry Salina Mra Baer Taldwin

Court blocks Kansas bid to shut Met Life insurers

Judge Foster holds state cannot force foreign insurers out of Kansas and that McNall cannot revoke licenses to Metzropolitan Life and related Hillman New York Life and Connecticut Mutual cases. Decision lets Metropolitan and others continue to operate. appeal to higher court expected in St Louis. involvement by Insurance Department and McNall noted with limited further action.

United States Foster Webb McNall Metropolitan Life Insurance Company McNall Little David Overmyer Bir Overmyer Court of Appeals United States Supreme Court St. Louis Te Wilder MecNel Poster Ie Miust Pendine New York Life New York Mutual Connecticut Mutual Kansas Kansas City Hillmen Webb Afchall Willring Judan Caldwell Sanborn and Thayer St Louis Tim Sree McIall Judes Poater Hoth Hyerculd Gircuit Judeo Foster Supreme Court of the United States J. W. Gleed Hillman Snyder Sait J. 5. Johns Shawnee Circuit Jas

Judge Foster Decision Draws Varied Insurance Reactions

In court, Judge Foster's ruling prompts praise and caution. Attorneys note potential impact on McNall related notes and appeal rights. Critics say the decision aligns with U S Supreme Court trends, while supporters urge obedience and focus on appellate review.

Tramp movement threads West toward Pacific coast

Special Dispatch to the Globe-Democrat reports about 15,000 tramps marching west from Kansas, moving in four divisions toward the Pacific coast. Tramps raid farms for clothing and food, sparking railroad guards on the Union Pacific and Missouri Pacific lines. A tramper Bailey was killed in Salina by brakeman Callahan, who allegedly kicked him from the brake beam. The group, led by reports from James Wright, seeks work in irrigated western valleys, with some aiming for Debs’ Washington utopia.

Globe-Democrat Denver Col Keneas Union Pacific Missouri Paite Bailey Salina Callahan James Wright Topeka Railway Windsor Colorado Pacific Christian Endeavor Debs New Haven Washington Kattan Waverly Kan

Bannocks on a Raid Prompt Troops to Idaho Scene

Three hundred Bannock Indians have broken away from the Fort Hall reservation in Idaho. Settlers fear for safety as Governor Steunenberg appeals for protection and telegraphs Washington for aid. The War Department has been asked to send troops to the area.

Ft. Hall Reservation Fort Washington Fort Mall Idaho Steuneberg Washington War Department

One Member Board Leaves Kansas Public Works in Flux

The state board of public works has dwindled to one member, Michael Heery of Topeka, a Democrat, who now runs the board. Sol Miller is dead and John Seaton resigns for the second time. Morrill’s governorship first saw Seaton resign, but the document was not acted upon. Seaton’s resignation was accepted by Governor Leedy with no replacements made and no appropriations approved for maintenance.

State Board of Public Works Michael Heery Topeka Sol Miller John Seaton Neelena E. N. Morrill Seaton Leedy Fale

The President at Canton Fourth Visit Plans

The president plans to travel to Canton Ohio to visit his mother for a few days with Mrs McKinley likely accompanying him. Secretary of State and Mrs Day may join. They depart Friday on the regular Pennsylvania train, arriving Saturday morning. They will remain through the Fourth and return Monday or Tuesday evening. An informal cabinet dinner is planned Thursday night for cabinet members and their wives.

Old Home Washington Canton Ohio McKinsey

Gypsum Rock Made Dutiable at Two Dollars a Ton

Washington dispatch reports gypsum rock from the free list made subject to a two dollar per ton duty. The note also advertises Ralston Health Yeast as pure and best on the market with no mention of pests.

Washington Ralston Health Ralston Health Yeast

A Royal Lion to Lead Great Santa Fe Procession

A royal lion will head the Santa Fe procession this fall as the centerpiece of the Silver Jubilee road show. Negotiations for the animal have not begun, but the feature is expected to be the most striking element of the event.

Topeka Young Men Train Lion for Santa Fe Parade

Three Topeka men own a lion bought from Wichita and planned for the Santa Fe celebration parade. The cub, sickly at birth but now stronger, will be shown in a windmill display at George Stankieh's drug store. They paid 30 and expect about 1000 after forty years of care and training.

Santa Fe Topeka Wichita McNamara Carl Foulks Archie Williama Arthur Mills George Stankieh Foulkes Aml Ives Bain

Drowned Passengers Believed Lost After Aden Steamer Sinking

The Indian government steamer Artie, departing Yokohama April 25, carrying 24 passengers from China and Japan plus crew, was wrecked near Aden. Nine crew and four passengers saved. many aboard missing. Weather worsened. rescue parties and local authorities report all recovered remains. Also notes Leavenworth Encampment tent relief plan set for June 22.

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