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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

May 02, 1896

Page

9

Requisition Sparks Arkansas Kansas Extradition Fight

Governor Morrill twice set aside a requisition for Frank Fields from Arkansas, citing post postal law violations and urging return from Kansas. Fields, confined in Leavenworth, faces burglary charges. Dawes opinion supported delay, while Arkansas authorities press for extradition amid contested fugitive status.

Morrill Arkansas Frank Fields Frank Fishde Woodrut County Kansas Flolds United States Penitentiary Arkangne Ateaceie Fields Bapeserman Leavenworth Halissermin Fielie Takien Hf Wold Bo Dawes

Homeseekers Excursions Round Trip Sale Ad

Homeseekers Excursions offers round trip fares to Ghishowis Texas Arkansas Missouri Armnone and India territory with dates April 71st to May 0th. Purchases from F. Rowley city ticket agent Topeka Kansas. Also Steam Laundry advertises colors that will not fade and garment laundering services. J W Phillips Breath Ave promotes the Journal.

Basta Ghishowis Texas Arkansas Missouri Armnone India Aale F. Rowley Banta Pe Topeka Kan Eadien Fearless Steam Laundry

Accused Doctor Found Hidden Under Actress Bed

Dover May 2 Dr Edward Townsend a Boston eye specialist was arrested after being found under a bed in a room at the Oyster River house Durham occupied by Miss Phillyuntle Portler star of the Howton Weal Concert company. He allegedly paid $20 on indecent conduct charges and claimed Miss Portier was housekeeper in Bickton. Portier shouted for help as his concealment was discovered by fellow company members and he was dragged out to a policeman.

Edward Townsand Dover N,hs Edward F. Tewrysend Eye Spectator Boston Washington Oyster Hiver House Durham Phillyuntle Portler Howton Weal District Court Townsend Wxis Bickton Tie Mise Pardes Eden

Charters Filed for Local Corporations in Region

Several entities filed articles of incorporation including The Hallread Loan and Saving Company with headquarters in Newton Harver county capital 32 000 000 and a list of directors. Also The Nistaze Inc and Kansas Normal Musical Course announced charters with local leaders named. Fort Scott court and other notices mentioned, plus ads for cold remedy and travel information with several names and addresses.

Hallread Loan and Saving Company Newton Harver County Gltsetors DW. Wires Scntt Treusier C. M. Bencheana Hran Niete Haines R. H Harris H. H. Hert Kansas Seghoeck Yan Lombate the Copeland

The Nerve of Stroyver in District Court Laughs

In court James Stroyer, charged with petit larceny and marked by his ignorance, pleads guilty to stealing a wallet and watch valued at 3 from Frank Sin evha at Silver Lake. Judge Hazen smiles at the absurd scene as Stroyer is reminded of a pending felony trial. The dramatic moment unfolds with humor and tension as officials set the schedule.

James Strover Ae District Strioyer Jodie Hazen Stroyer Steallig & Ster Weton Aoid Frank Sinevha Sliver Lake March St Julf

Western Kansas Weather Rewards Bumper Crop Hopes

A Western Kansas report from the state board of agriculture notes heavy rain extending to the state line with lighter showers inland. Conditions for seed and pasture are favorable as normally dry areas are now flooded, wheat and corn look strong, and optimism for a grand crop runs high across the region.

State Board of Agriculitors Fist Edwards Wesus Srotth Wichita

Detectives Meet Form North West Rail Thief Record Group

Western rail line chief detectives held in Kansas City a meeting to form an organization to maintain a complete record of railway thief movements. A system of photographs and a circulated bulletin led by President J. J. Kinney of the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe aims to unite police divisions in sharing criminal data and methods.

Western Roads Kansas City J. J. Kinney Topeka Bante Fe

Hires Roother Delights Midday Meal Note

Readable text highlights HIRES Roother as a tasty midday option. Mentions ease of preparation and constant readiness. The fragment mentions Sin olson ete puasan Seis erpege actas without clear context or attribution.

Sin Olson

Among Railroad Men Bryan Snyder Promoted on Gulf Colorado Santa Fe

Bryan Snyder promoted to persistent general freight agent of Gulf Colorado Santa Fe with Dallas Texas headquarters. Appointment effective May 1 by General Freight Agent L J Butte and approved by General Manager F Yoakum. Also notes transfers and changes across Kansas railroads including Santa Fe Rock Island MKT and Kansas City Southern branches, plus personnel moves and service adjustments.

Bryan Snyder Gulf, Colorado & Santa Fe Bryan Snider Gulf, Colorado & Sante Ve Coed Haa Dallas Tex L. J. Bute F. Yoakum Snyder Texas Seuuareau Bervica Uae Moore Hortondale Becouny Chicago Wellington Deanes Rese Yardinanter Santa Fe Atwenties Or Fawn Hospital Engineer Bedtin Magne Baller Texay Hirnibeer Sot Richardson Missmirk Pacific Fort Stott Tomka Rtichardson Kansan Mexican Central Railway Rock Island Haw Palseville Manhattan Armatrong Philipebure Colorado Springs Kansas City Clay Canter Fred Manger Harvey Albuquerque Nmbi Lven St. Louis Union Depot Benjamin Manger Ninae Albu Manger

Officials and Employes Sent: Santa Fe Directors Meet New City Appointments

James O'Shea named seat for Santa Fe at Thornton New Mexico with E Sanda listed. Directors Mieras and Gaborn attend New York meeting Wednesday. Netra appointed agent for Santa Fe at New Salem Kentucky. Nelson transferred from Chicago and Erie's Topeka special train details. Arthur Smith, ex auditor staffer at Santa Fe Denver, visits city with S Sutton. Ira Wyatt named general bookkeeper and others named agents and operators for Rock Island Nora Ninnekah Hingold Tex. J W Durnhtert named agent for Rock Island Ninnekah Tex. more agency moves noted.

James O'Shea Santa Fe Thornton N. M E. Sanda Mieras A. Gaborn New York City Netra New Salem Thie City S. Sutton Trelent Revelpte Ritchie Gentral Santa Pe G. C. Clements Ira Wyatt Extra Gent Rock Island Nora Net Johnvor J. W. Durnhtert Ninnekah Glintitan Hingold_ Tex

Swift Packing Cuts Box Plant Workforce in Half

Swift Packing Company reduced its box plant staff by about ten workers amid a three month supply contract and widespread wage disputes. The layoffs follow earlier cuts as the firm consolidates operations and the union seeks higher pay.

Swift Packing Company Las Dargely Surstax Ngarny Hee Firth

Conductors Work Light Under New Ticket System

A new plan replaces conductor spot checks with ticket collectors on trains. Collectors will handle inspections on suburban and through runs from Chicago, with western routes phased in first. The move aims to free conductors to focus on train operation and safety.

Rock Tet Pup Benger Chicago

Noted Chicago socialite James D Carson dies at 42

James D Carson known as Jim mie Carson in Chicago dies after a world trip return. He was famed as a lavish spender with a Sealskin overcoat valued at $1,000 and a wardrobe of expensive attire. His life touched entertainment circles and a noted divorce case amid his metropolitan social standing.

Chicago James D Jimmie’ Carson Tim Carson Monn Chicase

MISS STAR QUIT IN NEW YORK MELANGE

May 1 New York burlesque actress Rita Vaughn and theatrical manager Edward E. Rive parted ways over a casting dispute. The Lite Christopher company now touring. Mier Varighat moved from Exosisior Jr to Little Christopher two months ago. Vaughn left after the matinee following a disagreement over a lounge role.

New York Reresa Vaughn Burlesius Eoward E Rive Kta” Dresaims Room Lite Christopher Fr Bassmore Rice Wille Celtier Mier Varighat Exosisior Glimpin Ascater Little Christopher

Havoc with Cotton Strikes Texas Fields

Reports from Kenedy and Runge in southwest Texas say Mexican weevils are destroying the cotton crop. Weevils are four on young cotton over six inches high, causing great apprehension that the pest may spread as the cotton grows.

Georgetown Tex Kenedy Rungein Ie State

Excursion to multiple states offered by Missouri Pacific

Home-Seekers Excursion via Missouri Pacific Railway offers one fare plus 2 for the round trip to all stations in Arkansas Indian Territory Texas and Southern Missouri with a minimum rate of 37. Date options include April and May. Contact the nearest Missouri Pacific ticket agent or HC Townsend BL Louis MO FP ENipps Topeka for details See Davies Sumter Co. Also advertises lowest prices on building material and urges subscription to the JOURNAL.

Missouri Pacific Railway Katens Arkansas Indian Territory Texas Missouri Missouri Pacific Townsend P&t Louis

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