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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Mar 29, 1897

Page

3

Leavenworth Diocese Re established by Holy See

Leavenworth reports the Holy See re establishes the Leavenworth Diocese with Bishop Satolli guiding the change. The move follows earlier controversy over the bishop’s residence and the plan to relocate to Kansas City, while authorities work to restore stability and church leadership in the region.

Holy See Leavenworth Jowenworth Hiskop Pink Leavenwartt Remas Sharthman Mar. Setoll Ledvenworth Hue Ik Kansas City Mer Satuill Elfy Lervenworth Hs Promiive

Bent Murdock Enters Race in Fourth District

In a wire from Washington to the El Dorado Republican Murdock says he will run for Congress from the new Fourth district if Butter County Republicans and his end of the district consent to a new stance. He notes support from Kirkpatrick ex governor Odborn and others among a local gathering in Norman.

Congress Murdock Wastington el Diorado Republican Normandie No Murill Conemssman Kirkpatrick Odborn Caele Cy Letasd Major Ff Hood J. Richards James Simpson Kirtietor Cram Joseph Bristow BR. Burton Dre Tin Butter County

Big Woman Registration Surges in Fort Leavenworth Area

Fort Leavenworth Kan March 2 registration figures show 3,800 women registered as the bank closes, boosting total registrations to 424 percent for the election. The report notes women have been active in the drive and that the data reflects a notable uptake in civic participation.

Stoud Leavenworth Fort Levit Kan Banka Aitree

Voters Register Surge as Women Outpace Past Tallies

Leavenworth Kansas reports March 29. city registration closed with strong turnout. About 1000 women registered that day, bringing female registrants to 2530 of 8224 total. A claimed 118 year old woman was taken to the clerk’s office to register.

Leavenworth Kan

Governor Smith 10 California and Leavenworth home case

Governor Smith remains at Leavenworth Cal home as board awaits a pending resolution. Reports say the governor may be transferred to California or another post while no final action is taken. Controversy centers on anti trust concerns and calls for his removal or reassignment reprinted from Lawrence.

Gov. Smith California Leavenworth Solalee Ba Peanaferrda Washington Leavenworth Coberres Fils Roland Quincy Guv. Smith U. Ball

Western gun tourneys open April 14 in Atchison and regional events

The western trap shooting circuit opens April 14 in Atchison. Edberdt will oversee the university tournament open to amateurs and club stars with special events in each class. Nebraska state sportsmen hold their first annual tournament April 20 to 23 in Lincoln. Hawkes McCord host Fonda tournament April 27 to 30 in Im. Koncad state event at Manhattan May 5 to 6. Waterloo club tournament set for May 12 to 14.

Atchison Sendik Airy Lou” Edberdt Unis Atchivon Comex Nebraska State Sportmen Drst Lourmiment Lincoln N. Ht N. Ht. Bl’ Welch i the Secretary of the Organization. Hawkes and McCord Fonda Koncad Manhattan Kun Harrop Karmat Waterloo

Waller Resigns as Editor of The American Citizen

The Kansas City weekly The American Citizen without an editor after John L. Waller ex United States consul to Madagascar resigns amid a shift in political policy. The paper, started by CH J Taylor who served under Cleveland, switched from Democratic to Republican after McKinley’s win and now aims to back local candidate Acker. Representative Irwin reports Leedy plans a call.

American Citzen Kansas City Kan American Citizen John L. Waller United States Corsul Madagascar Bis CH. J. Taylor Cleveland Register District of Columba McKinley Juston Acker

Leedy to call extra session and freight rate debate

Governor Leedy plans an extra legislative session after a recent public statement aimed at breaking the stalemate with the Fatimahs over concessions. The Populist party seeks a maximum rate law or substantial freight charge reductions as a remedy. Central Kansas phones report Newton connected to major towns. McPherson exchange plans branch lines toward Moundridge and Newton, expanding service in southern Reno County.

Peka Leedy Kansas Newton A. R Champlain Ary Telephone Exchange Kunsan McPherson Exchange Moundridge Newon

County diplomas examined across Harvey county

Newton March 29 Superintendent Mack reports all paper copies from Burrton and other towns in Harvey county have been received for the recent public school diploma examinations. Exam numbers show 99 as the largest, with one exception, reflecting a substantial rise over last year’s counts.

Newton Mack Burrtan Harvey County

Northwest Seamas Methodist approves women at conference

From Reloit to Ottawa and beyond the Kansas towns report on church and civic matters. The Northwest Seamas Methodist conference voted in favor of admitting women to the general conference and kept the current representation ratio. Ottawa University officials gain academic roles. several Kansas towns note industry moves, accidents, and local appointments.

Northwest Seamas Methodist Conference

Brabb farm work to start northwest of town

Arkansas City report notes Capt Hatch family loading for Michigan shipment. Hatch plans to leave Tuesday. HJ Hatch to stay. Atchison fishing tale ends with otter and young sold to museum. Argonia plans a new bank funded by outside and local farmers. Atchison fund-raising testimonial raises goods for donation. County treasurer to pay state fiscal agency to refinance bonds saving interest. Burlington attorney logs plea in gambling case. El Dorado notes conclude.

Arkansas City Hlf. Hatch Michigan Mae Hatch Tor Jackson HJ. Hatch Atchison Joseph Bastgen Stranger Creck Bendure Street Railway Forest Park Museum Argonia J. MH New York City Dorado Township Burlington — County Christy Han WB. Davie EL Dorado

Topeka will of Mrs Ward leaves estate to four children

The will of Mrs Mary Jane Ward first Topeka settler read in private judge Dolmans office names four children D L Lakin Smith J Meade Alice Ross and William D Ward. Executors G G Gage and Albert Knowles. estate valued around 100000 with future growth and specific property bequests to each child and granddaughter Alice Meade. Provisions cover farm in Wabamses county, home lots, and maintenance payments for William D Ward until age 23.

Mary Jane Ward Topeka Dolman Aliee Ross William TD. Ward Mix Lakin G. G. Gage Albert Wyeknowlis GG. Gage Guilford Dudley W. F. Parker William D. Ward Xecton Wabamses Mary Lakin Crane Street Fillmore Street First Street Clay Street Emily Jane , Meade Rock Island D. Li Lakin Crine Albert Knowles Alice Ross Filmore Street Second Street Alice Meade Chay and Secon eSean Wm. D. Ward Ward Bhall HeeOr Wm. D. Wart Ena Mery Alice Mewile Mary Tanta Renily Alley Foss Wet

McKinley to Send Special Commissioner to Cuba

New York March 22 A dispatch from Washington says President McKinley has decided to send a special commissioner to Cuba to take part in the investigation of the alleged murder of Dr. Kuly an American citizen. Consul General Lee declines to join the investigation, deeming a fair inquiry unlikely under Spain. The move signals a Washington driven scrutiny of Cuba amid rising tensions.

New York Frm Washington McKinley Cuba Kuly Lee Ruis

Venus as an Airship Hoax Tells Topeka of a Spectacle

A Topeka hoax about Venus as an airship sparks street curiosity after a farmer in Sioux City reports a night sighting. The tale blends celestial imagery with a comical prank as townsfolk chase the floating spectacle, while others doubt the yarn and recount similar reports from Iowa farms.

Ingalls on Airships Letter Reveals Early Aviation Interest

Lebo Kansas March 29 A letter from Senator Ingalls discusses aerial navigation and government support. The missive to S L M Foote D mentions wealth potential and a single successful Kansas to Washington voyage as the key to securing aid and private capital. John J Ingalls signs the note.

Lebo Kan Binator Ingalls Pefferie Washington, Mare L. M. Foote M. D Kansas Washington John J. Ingalls

Deaths and Funerals Reported for Morrison and Hamilton

Mrs. E C Morrison of 112 Harrison street died early this morning from consumption. The funeral will be held there Tuesday afternoon. Mr W C Hamilton's funeral was held yesterday afternoon at Ham Hein hall with large attendance and elaborate offerings. The remains were buried in Tupeka cemetery.

EC. Morrison Harrison Street W. C. Hamilton Ham- Hein Hall Tupeka

Rheumatism Cured in a DayMystic Cure for Rheumatism and Neuralgia

A dubious cure claims to eradicate rheumatism and neuralgia in one day using a “Mystic Cure” with dramatic patient testimonial from Z F Anthony of Promise City Iowa. It asserts instant effectiveness, promotes quick system impact, and touts a single bottle plus dosing as sufficient. Sold by Swift Holliday druggists in Topeka. Beecham’s Pills also advertised for sick headache.

Deneuir Frank Dolson Sault Ste. Marie Mich Swift & Holliday Druegists Kansas Avenue Topeka Beecham

Railroad Rates to Be Cut in Imminent War

Topeka railroad leaders foresee a 4 rate war as passenger and freight prices drop following rail line withdrawals after a court ruling. Managers expect cuts within a week and a broad price collapse across carriers as each line acts independently.

Topeka

Car for the President to Feature American Car Craft

Washington promoters vow a private presidential car surpassing any prior in design and furnishings. A 25 member committee of master builders oversees plans, with material pledges from dealers and manufacturers across the road-supply trade to showcase U S car making prowess for the chief executive’s private and official use.

Washington Maaren United States Uuilders Varfour Rilroads Lodder

Wasps in the Air Brakes Prompt Valve Remodel

The Westinghouse air brake system faces a need to remodel exhaust ports as mud wasps obstruct valves. Railroads, including the Chicago Burlington & Quincy, report wasps entering vents, closing exhausts, and causing damage. Superintendent Rhodes highlights valve shape and vent form as the solution after study.

Westinghouse Westinghouse Air-brake Ryhmond Weat Hhodes Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad

Battle With a Wild Cat in Moving Locomotive Cab

Ogden Utah March 24 last night Engineer Frelich of the Southern Pacific faced a wild cat leaping into the end of a west bound passenger train near Blue Crevice at Great Salt Lake. The animal mauled Frelich and a fireman as they fought it with a shovel, leaving Frelich gravely injured with his face and hands torn. The train halted at Terrace.

Ogden Utah Frelich Great Sal Lake

Owney the Mail Dog Returns to Newton Depot

The famed railway mail dog Owney is back at the Newton terminal after a ten year stretch of travels with postal clerks. He was seen at the union depot for a few hours, older and rougher, with a worn coat and many tags on his collar. A separate note reports Santa Fe railway changes: through freight trains heading to Newton will run from Kansas City with crews unchanged, and Emporia local trains will operate as before.

Mooney Great Bend Moon Missouri Pacific Railroad la Crosse Kansas California Limited Topeka Santa Fe California Venus Kansas City Lawrence Atelson Jupiter Society Fourth Street Venus Tung Chief Steele Kansas Avenue Frst Ironet Towa Topeks Iowa Sioux City Robert Hibbard Tere Hibbard Hibbard i Terra Firma Hibbarnt Kansas Way Marense Wwney Japan Union Ooney South Newton Santa Fe Railway

Nevada Lottery Move Faces Legislature Call

Carson Nev March 2 Gov Sadler urged assembling the Legislature to promote a state lottery measure. The idea has long stirred factional debate and was discussed two years ago without action. The governor said an extra session might be needed only if public opinion demanded it, otherwise the matter would wait until the next regular session.

Minnesota Whchite II. F Buck Fairmount Couree United States Styrr County Sadler Carson. Nev Nevada Rot Donhell Govweror Sadler Dan Stuart Hla

Anarchists Active Plan May Day Action in Chicago

Fragmented report notes anarchist groups preparing a revolutionary movement in Chicago with May 1 as the target. Mentions meetings, speeches, and potential police hurdles, alongside various scattered market notes on wheat, corn, oats, and provisions amid general weather and supply commentary.

Chicago Chicami Anys

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