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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Mar 23, 1897

Page

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Topeka Commercial Club eyes funding auditorium drive

In Topeka citizens back a $12 500 campaign to build an auditorium urging unified action. The Commercial club may lead a two track effort appointing committees or forming a five person auditorium committee of young residents to raise the funds. A meeting is slated to decide steps and rally both young and older Topekans to back the project.

Citinens Topeka Eptrie Bng Peanixation Togota Fala Heley Re AL Brigham Greenwald Greenwald Ales Das Fiat

Maybury to Run Against Pingree in Detroit May Convention

William C. Maybury and Well Keown led the Democratic city convention in Detroit on March 23. Maybury will run again against Captain Stewart, Pingree’s candidate, in the upcoming mayoral race.

Pingree Detroit Mich William C. Maybury Well Keown Captain Stewart Pingree Sandidats

Greece Ready for War as Turkish Frontiers Brace

Constantinople reports Greece mobilizes along the Turkish frontier with strong war fever while Turkey, underfed and demoralized, shows reluctance for an offensive. Greek forces from Larissa may push toward Epirus as talks consider Crete’s status and potential plebiscite shaping a peaceful outcome.

Constantinople Greece Gree Larissa Mucdont Constantine Reek Wenty Epirus Arta Creece Crete Prince George Wovertion

No Faith in Turkey Promises Valueless

London report from Athens notes Bulgaria proposed reforms from Turkey via Greece and Bulgaria, but Greece rejected the plan as Turkey’s promises worthless. Armament shifts occur with soldiers, stables requisitioned, and batteries arriving as Greeks fortify Larisa. Turkish naval movements reach the Dardanelles. inquiry ordered into the Suda Bay bombardment incident.

Turkey London Chronitte Spechal Athens Bulgaria Servin Tostly Gree Greece Athen Reek Conmulay Unie Candia Janina Dardanelles Stadlats Canevare Suda Bay

Greece Calls to Arms For All Citizens 32 and Up Enroll

Athens reports a government order requiring citizens aged 32 or older to enroll on militia rolls. The Official Gazette lists ten new light infantry battalions, 14 artillery batteries, one sapper battalion, and six baggage companies. Thessaloniki and Epirus armies expanded with divisions and brigades. A carriage carrying an English correspondent and a Greek officer was fired upon.

Athens Oficial Gazette Epirus

Mrs Radley Barton's Hall Opens With Splendid Olympia Burlesque

Oscar Hammerstein presents a lavish New Burlesque at the Olympia in Greater New York. The production features a grand scenic environment and costly costumes with a strong cast led by Mr. George Monrot as Mrs. Radley Bartin and Miss Alice Hose as Princess Shemay. Critics praise its scale and novelty in the city’s entertainment scene.

Oscar Hammerstein York Olympia Music Regittar Radley Barton Greater New York City Hammerstein George Monrot Radiey Bartin Alice Hose Princess Shemay

Malmgren's Body Found After Self Inflicted Shot

The dead body of Sheriff Jacob Malmgren of Saline County Kansas was found in an empty box jar in the bottoms Kansas City. He had shot himself in the head and left a note saying he was the 60 of the. He disappeared from Saline Friday after it became known he was short over $1.00 in his county accounts. He had been dead only a few hours when found.

Saline Kansas City Jacob Malmgren Saline Colin Kansas Malmgren Salina

Quay Encounters Panther During Fishing Trip Adventure

Senator Quay, returning from a tarpon fishing expedition near his Florida home, faced a pursuing panther that leapt onto him and his party. Seminal Jim and Sam Burke fought the animal as bullets and a knife failed to deter it. After a brutal struggle, Jim delivered the death blow as Quay’s party escaped. The panther, described as famished, was killed. its hide will be sent to Beaver Falls for Quay’s library. Also noted are appointments in Washington in the treasury and war departments.

Pennsylvania San Lucie Fla Quay Washington Seminole Jim Sam Burke Jim Burke Brean Browent Jin Beaver Falls

Snatching Run Sees Suspect Plea to McHinley

A report details a theft incident where a suspect shouted for mercy or a distraction near McHinley. Police pursued the suspect, leading to an arrest and recovery of stolen items. Witnesses described the fracas as chaotic with loud shouts and a brief chase through a storefront area.

Kansas Federal Jobs Hype Edges Toward Bristow Victory

The Kansas scene centers on McKinley era appointments as J T Bristow gains traction for fourth assistant postmaster general while Thomas van canvasses for interior secretary. Key offices eyed include U S marshal, district attorney, collector, and pension agency roles with figures like Liz Crum Cy Leland, EL Lambert, George W Findlay and Marsh Murdock maneuvering.

J. T. Fristow Kansas McKinley Interior Thomas van Kistan Ryan Republican Party Bristow Qauke Washington United States Liz Crum Cy Leland Quan EL Lambert Pension Internal Revenue Willcockson George W. Findlay Findlay Kansas Colony Sir Dixon Corm Sedgwick County St. Louis Mckiniey Caplitsl Wehbning Marsh Murdock Kirkpatrick Marsh Frank Flenniken Kangas la Dent Charles Martin Salina Martin Senate Gristow JR Burton Burton Leland

Simpson Linked to Kansas Political Circle as Adviser

The Republican party eyes Bur ton for US senator with Kansas faction influence. Chairman Jim Simpson is a key adviser, connected to the group dispensing offices, and could vouch for candidates based on past actions and fit with the current power structure.

Republican Party Burton United States Jim Simpson Kansas Colony Simpson State Central Committee Combine

Hunter Fails Of Election to Kentucky Senate on First Ballot

A Louisville special reports the first ballot for U S senator to succeed J B Blackburn under Lieutenant Governor Worthingtons ruling. Rumors said six Republican members would oppose Hunter, who led the Bradley coalition, but the joint session failed to yield a winner. Senate vote Blackburn 14 Hunter 15 Boyle 2 Davis 6 total 36. House vote Blackburn 5 Hunter 5 Boyle 2 Davis 1 McCreary 1 Buckner 1 Sloan 1. With 14 needed, Hunter cannot win in tomorrow joint session.

Kentucky Louisville Evening Post Frankfort Baye United States J. ©. &. Blackburn Worthingtor Godfrey W. H. Hunter Bradley Boyernors Hunter Senate Blackburn Hunter Rens Boyle Davis Blackburs Hunter Boyle McCrearys Buckner Sloane Dr. Hunter

Talks of Buying Cuba Purchase Plan Arranged

In Havana a cablegram reported by The Sun says rumors persist of a U S purchase of Cuba. Businessmen and insurgents reportedly favor the plan to end the struggle, though it has caused little excitement.

New York the Sun Havana United States

Civil Service Attacked in Senate Debate

Washington March 23 Senate discussion centered on a civil service dispute over a Nebraska investigation into removals in South Omaha. Senators Ufop Wilson Pal Unger denounced the civil service law while Hawley and Howe supported it. A motion to appoint a committee to study the law and its continuation was adopted with amendments.

Washington Senate Iself Allen South Omaha Wilson Pal Unger New Huampehire Hawley Connecticut Howe Masachusetts Lvl Service Committee

Broadway Submerged as Paducah Flood Worsens

Paducah Kentucky reports rising floodwaters with the river up to 50 feet and Broadway submerged. West End streets and River Front businesses are flooded, outhouses washed away, and rail lines under water. Rainfall continues with more expected. many houses and stores may close if the surge continues. The Stock Yards injunction case looms in federal court as hearings near. A Pills advertisement promotes liver and bowel health.

St Louis Pisit-Dispatch Paducah Broadway Masin Street West End Sinots Central

Supreme Court blocks AH action on Kansas freight rate relief

Chicago March 22 The U S Supreme Court decision in the Transmissouri Freight association case delays a Kansas rate conference at the Santa Fe offices in Kansas City. Lawyers from Kansas railroads discuss discriminations in corn and coal rates and whether Wichita or Troy rates should adjust. Possible extra legislature session noted. Governor Leedy’s response uncertain. wheat outlook cited by Chicago Tribune as positive for Kansas.

Chicago United States Supreme Court Transmissourl Freight Association E. D. Kenna Santa Fe Kansas United States Court For the District of Kansas United States Court of Appeals Supreme Tribunal of the Land P.’ Waggener Missouri Pacific AA. Hurd C. 8 Rock Teland Lincoln Smith Misouri Pacific Monroe Union Pacific Yocum St. Louis San Francisco Miller Burlington Troy Gulf Wichita Waggener Hurd Kansas Board of Railroad Commissioners Time Willams Low Cochran Supreme Pen Leedy Senate House Chicago Tribune Witnets Indiana Kentucky Missouri Ohio the Tribune

Kansas men praise conference show and prosperity wave

The report notes renewed prosperity and railroad business in Kansas with keen praise for the conference. Most Kansas men will return home today. Mr Wasgener heads to Washington.

Kansas Wasgener Washington

Capital Sold in Topeka Court Sale to Mulvane

The Topeka Capital was sold at Forenoon under a US circuit court order and bought by D W Mulvane. The bid was 520,000, about 2,782 less than Bir Mulvane's total claims. Claims included 6,727.60 against J K Hudson and 5,046.66 against the Capital company, plus 7,156.51 for a receiver. no other claimants appeared. The sale places the paper in Mulvane's hands with the management likely continuing.

Topeka United States Cclcuit Court D. W. Mulvane Mr. Mulvane J. K. Hudson Bir Mulvane J. K Hudson Capital Company Whiluma Fort Scott Baker

Paris Bank Failure Triggers Runs in State

A Paris report notes The Partners and Merchants Bank closed at one. Martin, Wine and Pittburgh Bank failed, causing a bank run and panic. Jon Martin resigned as bank president yesterday, amid fears of further runs on banks locally and beyond.

Paris Tex Martin, Wise & Fitzhugh St. Louis Meron Post-Dispatch Pex Dank Ita Joors Urismort Inc Martin, Wine & Pitebugh Irie Jon Martin

Ice Gorge Threatens Sioux Falls Prompts Bridge Losses

Sioux Falls reports an immense ice gorge forming above the city while the Big Sioux River rises higher than the 1881 flood. Twelve bridges have been swept away near Sioux Falls and efforts continue as the river moves toward the town, with sections of the riverbed and embankments exposed.

Sioux Falls Sioux Les

Basis of Union Agreed Between Transvaal and Free State

Draft treaties ending at Bisectomfontein provide mutual defense and provide franchise rights in each republic. Ratification by Volksraads required in both Transvaal Republic and Orange Free State. outlines alliance and shared defense commitments amid border tensions.

South African Pretoria South Africa Transvaal Orange Free State Bisem Fontein Imtter Kerr Borshers Volksraads

Kiss of the Mustache Prom from the Chicago Tribune

A study of mustaches notes their widespread use and social role through history. The piece recounts how Moorish and Christian forces in Spain shaped facial hair as a cultural signal to distinguish groups during periods of conflict.

Prom Chicago Tribune Spain

Fair and Warmer Weather Outlook and Snow Report

Government forecasts call for colder conditions tonight with fair and warmer weather tomorrow. Winds from the west at 17 miles per hour. Morning thermometer at 25 degrees, afternoon 42. Last night’s snow won’t greatly harm crops, though a freeze occurred in Fortin country. Snow cover likely to thaw but roads will be muddy again.

Snow Dampens St Joseph Storm Stirs Nearby

A snow storm began last night and persisted until noon today in St Joseph Missouri with rapid melt. North of the city a 1 inch fall is reported and will last only a few days. The snow is wet and weather remains mild. trains are running about on time.

St Joe St. Joseph

Taxpayers League to Meet in Hamilton Hall Thursday Evening

Taxpayers of the city will convene at Hamilton Hall on Thursday evening March 25 to organize a Taxpayers' League. By order of committees.

Taxpayers’ League Hamilton Hall

Millionaire Slease is Sick in Atlanta Chronicle

Brunswick telegram reports John Sloane, a friend of a prominent car company, ill with pneumonia in New Jersey. New York sentiment notes presence in attendance. Aid Society to Meet at the Ladies Aid Society of the Rapslet church next Wednesday afternoon. Also mentions travel advice for Santa Fe router and Pullman Sleepers with free pelts chair care on all through trains.

Millionaire Slease Atlanta Brunswick Journal John Sloane Pwo New York Sen Tata Haite Hiner Ladies Ant Society The Rapslet W. B. Hazen Harried

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the Commercial Club Clout Coonell Avmst Counsess Tted Anaiterium Vopeka Wii Topeke Radley Barton Ball Theodore F. Swaysee New Jersey Treasury Department Swaysee Arthur William A. Rogers War Department Eugene Speer Mister McHinley Cuba Civil Service Stock Yards Foeter A. Cotine Bostor Freenward's Conference of Kansas Railroad Attorneys Supreme Court Gov. Leedy Capital
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