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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Mar 14, 1899

Page

8

Young Kansan J W Kline Dies in Manila Service

The narrative honors J W Kline son of Judge Kline of Quindero a Manila recruit from Bacueasity who volunteered for enlistment and served in Company ER. He faced the first and second calls with courage and was assigned to Company Fear where he bore valiant duties before his death. His father recalls his bravery and devotion, noting he was a warm friend of Mayor H A Mayor of Son.

Kansan Manila Kline Quindero City Snes Panera Otore Bapetsh Ju Fine Gutedurn Artle Kraguack Siew Sant Frangieen Valde Ak Tone Gex Sim H. A Soa

A New Trenk Line and Rail Link Plans

Prospect along the Southern Atlantic Seaboard features new trunk line plans linking the Atlantic and Dominion rail systems to the Southeast Seaboard Air Line and Atlantic Seaboard lines. The report notes possible future connectivity and a North Carolina focus amid regional railroad discussions. Postmaster General Bristwill visit Cuba for a three to four day trip, accompanied by his secretary Devweer. The trip aims to discuss postal matters arising from the island and to meet with officials on site to address conference topics.

Atlantic Seaboard Sorfatl Neweass Ue Atlantic Domsifle Geery Peron North Carolina Seatinard Air Line Atlantic Cuba Maret Pantmastre Tle Ohirene Devweur Tirector Pastis Startibone

Abandoned Brice Road Project Mentioned in Local Item

A fragment notes the Cleveland and Newcastle railroad project, once planned by late Senator Trier, has been dropped and the line may not be built. It also mentions SOPHF selling part of its estate to a local lumber supplier.

Brice Younstien Cleveland & Newcastie Senator Trier

Death of Benjamin Wheldon and burial plans remain unclear

Fragmentary obit notes Benjamin Wheldon dies leaving three children. Burial to be arranged in Beriuxtold amidst delayed details. Local report mentions timing and family context with limited legible information.

Benjamin Wheldon Qimnoria Thei Avievices Ftit Whelton Beriuxtold Helnoir Druugise Eimporin

Real estate transfers listed with multiple parcels in Steele's and surrounding areas

Transfers show numerous grantees including Wm A Payne Jr Wellington Ridgait Doris A Welland wife and John Quin ton Steele's addition Meares and Cuffet Galloway Vawter and others. Parcels include 21 for ted Califurnis Avenue Sunnyfields Waldicien 3575 ipte 146 Wabash and Lincoln streets. Amounts range from 20 to 1000 dollars and tax deed noted for Re Galloway.

HS. Hamilton Wm. A. Payne Ted Califurnis Sunny Elds Harrison Street Hea Lovisa K. Vawter Lane Street Steele Letty Smith Dunlap Doris A. Iitwell John HSM Northwest Washington Womm Lincolnn Quinton& Steeles Geo. Alexander M. A. Meares Martha J. Stuith Louisa K Mitten Chas A. Cuffet Wabash Pees Toussa J. Vawter Galloway West Steele F. H McAtee Mdrainieiater Wess Allen Tayltyr Street

Tragic Train Death Near Saffordville

Emporia March 14 The Gazette reports Chas Miles Ware was killed near Saffordville after being knocked from the Santa Fe track during a blinding storm. He and a companion traveled from Patterson Indiana toward Pratt Kansas, selling their team and wagon when stranded. Ware leaped to safety but his partner was struck and died instantly as the train passed. The body was sent east that evening.

Saffordville Emporia the Gazette Chas Miles Ware Patterson Pratt, Kan AL Saffordville

Smallpox Reported Near Ritter Creek in county

March 14 The Journal notes two smallpox cases near Ritter Creek south of Geuda Springs. County health officer Dr W M Martin received a telegram from Dr Geeslin at Astion. Precautions issued to keep cases under rigid quarantine. First cases in the county. prior outbreak occurred at Newton. Bitter Creek area is 27 miles from Wellington, not railroad linked, residents travel toward Arkansis City.

Winlington The Journal | Save W. M. Martin Geeslin Astiton Ritter Creek Geuda Springs Tr. Grestin Newton Bitter Creek Wellington Arkansis City Los Angeles Cal Board of Health Eee

Cattle Raisers Convention Draws 3000 Cattlemen

Port Worth Texas March 14 3000 cattlemen gather for the twenty third annual Texas Cattle Raisers Association convention with delegations from Chicago St Louis Kansas City and Denver. The event expected to be the largest in twenty years notes it is the richest organization of its kind with about 1 200 members and 1 500 000 in care valued in 1820. Secretary Long travels to Florida for Pensacola navy yard visit while Alger heads to Boston with his son Fred.

Port Worth Tex Texas Cattle Raisers” Association Chicago St. Louis Kansas City Denver Secretary Long Florida Washington Long Pensacola Navy Yard Seeretly Alger Boston Fred Herrick Highland Hila Herrick S. Fulton Darrah Topeka Fulton Kate Thomas P. L. Soper Venice Brett Frankie Scoville Seneca Joseph T. Hanna W. C. Stone Narrows Ind Howard Knowles Kansan City Lida Ber Santa Waters C.F. Menninger T. E. Armstrong Addie St. Joe Mamie Butler Ford Jamison Leadville Helen Shehan Arizona Miss Shehan Frank Lane St Marys Davidson Worden Cincinnati O International Kindergarten Union Emily Black van Valkenburg Lewis Greenwood Frank Thompson Daisy Hayes Emily Gee Eda Smythe Myrtle Pardyce Edna Lottie Parkhurst Low Havens Lawrence W. CA Fannie Woodward Atchison Gears W. Veute Anne Gibb Abilene Cully Bart Wichita Leah Lemmon Warrensburg Edith Warden Chester Woodward Wallace Stynerson J. F. Myers Ladies' Aid Society First Methodist Church F. M. Prescott Maud Harding St Loui Harry Overhult Formarly Copeland Lui McKee A. V. Cummings Monroe Reeded James Porter Porter

Hypnotic Dangers At Crawford Theater Show

A vaudeville style hypnotism act at Crawford Theater featured Lote Fuller Carmencita and Little Beypt impersonating famed dancers under Prof A L Flint. The performance, lasting over two hours, drew loud audience laughter as the trio showcased exaggerated high kicks and comic stage antics amid playful banter and crowd reactions. Prof Flint announced further shows through the week with volunteers drawn from the audience.

Crawford Theater Lote Fuller Carmehella Little Beypt A. L. Filnt Audence Carmencita Prof. Filnt Lee Fuller Hercules Wrisele Steet Egypt Carmentin Loiis Beypt Laie Fuller Dole Puller Danseux Geren Flint Trally Teexor Weir Terpsi Flint Crawfort Theater Fitnt

Social and personal notes from Topeka meeting group

Residents discuss leadership resignation of Mrs H E Arthur at Ninde Chau tauqua circle while Mrs Furt Cans becomes president and Miss Edith Moore advances. An evening of scriptural readings by Miss Helton Cole at Unity Church is praised, with music by Miss Grace Lemon and updates on local residents and clubs.

Arthur Topela TMS Furt Cans Ar Wr Edith Moore Care Fred Slater Helton Cole Bostom Unity Church W. A. McCarter J. C. Mo Clintock Misa Cole Miss Cole Denver Topeka

Coal for Manila Loaded at Newport News

The navy plans 6 000 tons of coal loaded at Newport News for Manila. Coal moves via Suez to Admiral Dewey's fleet, with 40 000 tons shipped since the war began. Most coal originates from the Atlantic seaboard, especially Newport News or Baltimore, with some Australian purchases. Sailing vessels use Cape Horn routes, while steamers are mainly British. A note ends with an ad about Plano or Organ and a library charity event tonight.

Newport News Washington Navy Department Manila Suez Canal Admiral Dewey Philippines Honolulu Atlantic Seaboard Baltimore Cape of Good Hope Cape Horn Pacific Coast Australia

Wary council delays fire department city hall plan

The council postponed action on a new city hall ordinance citing unresolved questions about housing the fire department. Aiming for the April election, debate over 30 year bonds and whether to include the fire department in the city hall continued. A Commercial club delegation urged passage as next Monday evening's session would consider a referral to the judiciary committee with a report due then.

Skinner Benson el- Hart Morgan Blossom Lance Commercial Club Maj T. J. Anderson Pha R. Mulvane Drew Fire Department Tird Mulgane Ellott New Warner Burgess Roundtree Fellows Skinter Judiciary Committee

Potwin annexation faces setback but proceeds toward union

Potwin consolidation moves forward despite a setback from a joint session. Indebtedness totals about 25 000 for Potwin plus 712 000 for school purposes. Annexation includes Capt J Johnsons home Bates tract and Hartsocks addition, extending to hilltop west of Dr B C Linn home. Ordinance referred to joint ways and means for report next Monday. Council cannot pave alley without property owner petitions.

Potwin Mace-Copers Seston Capt. J. Johnson Bates Tract Hartsock Dr. BC. Linn Joint Ways and Means

Bonds Approved for Pavement on North Jackson Street

Cook's $2000 bond with sureties L Blackman and Anca Morrison to pave North Jackson Street was approved. Michael Wall's $400 bond with T M Hanley and J D Hanley for grading the street was approved. P H Gill's $500 curb bond with Charles S Elliott and J F Oxttry was submitted and approved. Annual sidewalk condemnation resolutions have been presented to the council.

North Jackson Street Cook L. Blackman Anca I. Morrison Michael Wall T. M. Hanley J. D. Hanley P. H. Gill Charles S. Elliott J. F. Oxttry

Sidewalk and street plans discussed at city council

City council debated sidewalk condemnations shrinking to under five miles as old boards disappear. Proposals for paving sections on Topeka Avenue, Thirteenth Street, and an alley widening were referred to committees. Engines at the power plant to be sold, and a Kistler Street opening study ordered. County and health officials released a smallpox update for Los Angeles with 76 cases since September and ongoing quarantines. Entertainment for charity at Library Hall and ticket details promoted.

A. A. Hurd Topeka Avenue Fourteenth Street Committee Tyler Street Twelfth Street Joab Theo E Hurd Howe | Jones Washburn College Thirteenth Street Lincoln Lane Streets Ta, Wilson Thirteenth Fourteenth Inchanan Lincoln Streets

North Topeka Social Roundup and Local Notices

North Topeka community notes include visits and returns from Chicago and Washington. Local clubs, meetings, and social events are listed with member names, addresses, and upcoming entertainments at Kansas Avenue and Harrison Street venues.

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Kansas Avenue J. W. Kline TRENK Ella Curzon Eppingham Cyrigeas Rasover Ruasee Health Board Ft. Worth Loie Fuller Little Patrons of Industry Toledo Patrons of Industry of America W. S. Donnelly Albany Kansas Postmesters Grace Bee Berman Wanhington County Can” Chamielton County William W. Dearborn Moral Pottawatomie County Amasa FL Anderson W. W. Kimbatt Co State Library Ball Social and Personal W. Whimball Co Library Finsl Jackson Street Eighth Ninth Streets Bird New Topeka’s Great Tradel. Department Store East Room Hood Ayer Pierce Greene Woodbury’s Woodbury's William's City Electric Light T. P. Rodgers Court House Fifth van Buren Kistler Street Committee On Benett Wirat Wird Library Hall Rowley’s Drug Store Rowley's Drug Store Geo W. Ho Wuson J. Arnold & Son A. J. Kane North Topeka W. J. Hurtess van Buren Street Edith Paul A. J. Arnold Epworth League Echured Jaime Whitcomb Riley Ladira’ Ald Society of the Christ In Church Matlie Beeder J.T. Long el Dorado Kan McKenutte Margaret Summers Whitesale Lou Dell Me Jacknor Street Jessie Warner Mamit Bate Justice Thos T Wright Mes W. Mo Costiey Hyaman B.S. Greser Kat~sus Avenue Second Presbyterian Church Maudie Gracie Ward Win Piech Hvr Monroe Street Poster Grant Street Westen Avenue Rochester W. B. Watchinson the Baptist Church W. T. K Club Mew WV. Kieler Sorosis Atlantians Cosmos West Side Reading Club Bundies” Music Club Stedman History Elals Argonauts W.T. K F. Morris HM. Morris W. D. Lacey Harry Safford Kistler McMaster E. M. Hengle W. E. Scotton Pred Tampkins J. L. Payne Mier W. H. Davin Kae Goras Pans Cole J.T. Cecil W. W. Cheney W. M. Costley T. SN. Davis J. B. Hamrick J. HL
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