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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Mar 24, 1900

Page

16

Theatrical News Sol Smith Russell Not Retired From Stage

Theatrical notes report Sol Smith Russell likely to appear early next season in a new play after a long sea voyage from New York to San Francisco. Reviews highlight Tim Murphy and Melville Crance portrayals, with plans for Les Miserables and other productions under Dieter Co. management.

Sol Smith Russell Mma Ranans Kaleyaon Frank Kernan Russell Geen Mary Wilkins

Tim Murphy's Success Stirred New York Audiences

A lengthy discussion of Tim Murphy and his stage career, noting strong public reception in New York. The writeup highlights Murphy's influence on theatergoers, mentions “Governor Crance” enthusiasm, and references a March date and impending performances.

Reward of Fame Misread as Josephine Play Review

A garbled Victorian era column reviews a stage show starring Tolstise Broderick and William Wilson. The text toggles between praise and scandal, noting a replaced skit and a fringe critique by a The Daily News reviewer. Names and places drift in and out, revealing a bustling, uncertain stage culture piece.

Bartlett Davis to Lead New Season Cast Changes Announced

The article notes Tessie Bartlett Davis receives tribute and hints she may abandon plans for next season to team with Hin. Pauline Tait is engaged for principal roles. Matthew Hull stars as Edmando in the revival of Jakubowski works. Lula Clare and Wilber Broderick also feature in upcoming plans with cast changes including Within Hall Davis.

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Woman Theatrical Heiress Faces Silk Waist Suit

Mrs Howard Gould has been summoned in a Blehth district court suit over an $85 silk waist. plaintiff Atre Mirabella, a Fifth Avenue dealer, says the waist was ordered in November and delivered. Gould, briefed by attorney Leon Laxki, disputes the fit, claiming the waist is unsuitable and will contest the action in court.

New York Howard Gould Fifth Avenue Gold Alle Mirabella Leon Laxki No2i Park Row Mirabhlla Distey Mirabella Stiner Jon

Deserters Halt After Court Ruling On Deserter Morgan Case

In Onikha Nebraska Judge Sinker ruled habeas corpus relief invalid for Fair and Jockens two Tenth Infantry ministers held for trial in district court for shooting deserter Morgan The judge said 1890 law did not remove arrest authority from military and civil authorities and that a private must obey commanding officers orders unless clearly illegal He noted the order to shoot deserter could not be deemed illegal on its face and released the privates involved

Morgan Onikha Neb Synker Fair Jockens Tibet

The Horlocker Trial In Hastings Nebraska

The Hastings case of Viola Horlocker unfolds with the prosecution nearing closure. Witnesses describe a flat seen near the candy dispatch to Mrs Morey and discuss Horlocker’s alleged insanity and motive amid testimonies from Eve Stewart and others.

Hastings Neb Maren Viola Herlicker Mra Morey Erie Agell Eve Stewart Viois EH Charles F. Morey Stewart Horlocker

New School Buildings Planned by Board This Summer

The school board aims to spend about 28000 on new structures and additions this summer and fall. Plans include replacing the burned Sumner school, adding two rooms to Polk, Lawment Mill and Cyclid schools, and two basement rooms at Harrison. If adjoining ground near Summit at Fourth and Western avenues is affordable, a new building may rise there. otherwise construction may be delayed.

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Gems for Lillian received from Paris in New York

Lillian Ruscet received from Paris two packages of gems. One held a diamond roliaretve with seventy eight diamonds and 1,789 smelter stones, each one with a tall charm. The other contained serpent bracelets with diamonds sapphires emeralds and chimneys. Estimated value not stated.

New York Lillian Ruscet Paris

Keene Worried by Third Avenue Stock Trading Rumors

New York March 24. Control of the Third Avenue Railway by the Metropolitan Street Railway company sparked concern about losses and possible savings in joint operation. F H Vreeland of the Metropolitan urged buying at Wall Street prices, while Whitney and others implied Keene held short stock. Whitney said purchases were made in the open market, an impersonal act.

New York Third Avenue Railway Company Metropolitan Street Railway Company Ing Metropolitan F. H. Vreeland Whitney Ryan Mr. Whitney Mr. Whitner

Wall Street War Shapes Travel Outlook in City Transit

The piece reports a possible Supreme Court justice transfer affecting transportation and travel in the city amid a prolonged financial conflict on Wall Street. It notes James R. Keene’s recent office visit, rising concerns, and rumors about Hart stock and control of the railroad, with Whitney implying purchases of stock not owned by sellers.

Wall Street Mr. Keens Enor’ Hart

On Philippine Commission member and stock drama

The text describes a commission member tied to a 20 000 share stock burden and a sharp selloff led by Air Keene. It notes the involvement of Mr Hart and Mr Whitney, a potential receiver, and questions what would happen if Keene sold the stock and Hart’s options. The dialogue hints at impersonal market forces and possible cash needs amid large holdings.

Salter Mr. Hurt Mr. Whitney Air Keene Steck Italy Hart Mons Thy Metropolitan Company Avenge Gell

Fragmentary verse snippet from an 19th century page

The readable line presents a clipped, uncertain verse fragment about individuals possibly named Whitney Martle Keene and a reference to a meeting. The text is incomplete and may be part of a larger literary or stage note.

Boy Sheriff of Decatur County Faces Long Road to Recovery

Charles B Ayer known as the boy sheriff of Decatur County Kansas lies helpless at St Luke s hospital after a violent encounter with outlaw bands. At twenty one he was Kansas first sheriff and earned a tough reputation for courage facing the Lincoln county outlaws. He saved Oberlin from a night of looting and gunfire, captured or driven off assailants, and survived a brutal assault where bullets struck, culminating in a double funeral for Billy the Kid’s gang. now aged and hospitalized he recalls a life of relentless pursuit, temperate habits, and enduring service including a term as U S marshal before moving to Colorado where he ranches and continues to be esteemed for bravery.

Denver Republican St. Luke's Hospital Charles B. Ayer Sheri Decatur County Kansas Tamm Ayer John P. St John Oberlin Lincoln County New Mexico Clilsons Mqnor Antoine Wes Hily the Kid Charles Best John Henry Ayers Jeary Aver Henry Tim Ayer Wis Billy the Kid Decatur United States Colorado Routt County Kauss Hein Hans Cpesidy Mim Craig Onis Bottte Agurle

Floral Love Story Wins Partners at Ceramic Club Event

Mrs Ackerman presided as guests gathered for a social evening honoring floral love story partners and a progressive high five game. Miss Mabel Hillig and Mr Frank Smith won books. the Ceramic Art Club met at the Threan hotel lounge with speakers on glass coloring and a lecture by H Lareng titled The Snett of Hagia literature.

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New England Play Set For Crawford Theater Run

The Village Postmaster, a New England life themed drama, is billed to open at Crawford theater Wednesday with Archie Boyd. The company, last seen in New York at Fourteenth Street, stages a Swedish comedy at the same venue Thursday and Friday. Prices range 15 25 35 and 50 cents. A James Richer-Hantard triple act is also noted in Topeka with The Winter's Tale planned for a later night.

Crawford Theater New England Fourteenth Street Theater New York Archie Boyd Beth Hugeiti Aca Benson

Death of Maffitt Wealthy St Louis Horseman Leader in Politics

Charlie Maffitt former chairman of the state Democratic committee and prominent horseman dies at his St Louis residence of pneumonia. He was about 60 years old, never married, ran an extensive racing stable, and was a well known figure on tracks nationwide. His mother Julia Maffitt, long noted as the wealthiest woman in Missouri, died years earlier leaving an estate valued around 35 million dollars.

St. Louis Charlie C. Mafft State Democratic Committee Uai In. Manitt Mra Julia Mamitt Mimnur

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