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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

May 11, 1897

Page

2

Bursting with Silver Vaults Threaten Collapse at Sub Treasury

New York reports vaults at the Sub-Treasury Seid face danger of collapse as officials discuss transition plans. Assistant Treasurer says Washington visit linked to concerns. rumors whisper a $52,000,000 silver value and 1,600 ounce bags at risk as workers fear momentum and safety issues grow.

New York Treaswir Washington McKinley Gace Garden Empheait

Injunction Aims to Block Union Leadership Move

A court injunction seeks to prevent the President and Executive Board of the National Labor Union of Mawitlane from taking action without proper audits. The case notes that the federation’s leadership and certain local branches are involved, with pending proceedings to expand or clarify charter residence rights and affiliations with the American Federation of Labor.

Fansie Cay Stevertins Lebwrue Mawitlane Mit Arretlcan Federacion Provident Lahr

Water Wheel At Pair Centerpiece of May 11 Centennial

At Sashville the Tennessee Centennial pageant opens with a large water wheel display. An old mill wheel, said to be over 100 years, draws attention as visitors enter the event. The wheel, once used near Chattoondie to power mills and later moved to Georgia to make powder, groans and turns slowly, symbolizing resilience through conflict and time.

Sashville Tennemee Man & Mill Erinsl Chuttandie Cettinmins

New Great South American Kidney Cure advertised

Relief in six hours claimed by the New Great South American Kidney Cure. The ad touts rapid relief from urinary pain, bladder discomfort, and water retention for both men and women, with quick cure promises and mentions two Topeka druggists, George W. Stansfield and San Drue Co, along with a local laundry service notice.

Reilef Goo. W. Stansfield Kanes Ave San Drue Co Kansan Ave Topeka

Debating Spain Cuban resolution stalls in Senate

Washington May 11 The Morgan Cuban resolution is discarded after lengthy debate in the Senate. Opponents question our duties to Cuba while some assert Spain may threaten American interests if the United States aids Cuban rebels. Speakers urge caution, preferring to rely on executive action and diplomacy rather than immediate intervention. The session advances on committee plans and a request to inquire into the Mississippi river incident with reports due next December.

Washington Senate Beliay Benavir Hite Cuba Burrows Marita Spain Malie Calivernie United States Trarran Mississippi River Abiedoot Chandler N. A Nein Port Los Anges San Pedes

Washington Senate Debates Public Lands and Forest Reserve Policy

Washington discussions center on public lands and forest reserve amendments to the sundry civil appropriation bill. Lawmakers clash over procedure and policy as votes show 121 to 35 amid arguments on expediency and the impact on individual rights. Nearby notes mention One Minute Cough Cure and a local contact, G. W. Stansfield.

Washington House Yeesterday Senate Simpson Kangas McMillin Blund Bart Bland Hartenas Montana Lacey Cleveland Shafroth Dunes Mt Cleveland Forest Reserve G. W Stansfield

Salt resources found along Union Pacific route sites

Professor F. W. Craxin of Culutado College reports salt deposits along lands tributary to the Union Pacific Denver Gulf road in Greer County Oklahoma and northern Texas. He distinguishes two salt formations, lower and upper, linking upper salts to central Kansas and Cimarron river deposits. Field findings extend into southwestern Oklahoma and Stonewall County Texas, with potential for low cost salt production in Elmorvel area, Greer County and Salt Croton Creek.

Denver F. W. Craxin Culutado College Union Pacific Gull Road Greer County Oklahoma Texas Deagin Hutchinson Kanepolls Kingman Kanes Points Great Salt Plain Cimarron River Kansas Stonewall County Elmorvel Salt Croton Creek Stonewall Counts

Grand Old Man Ger many honored in Bismarck parade

Thousands of people lined a rain soaked street at Prisdrichsruhe to honor Germany's Grand Old Man, as Bismarck appeared on the gateway balcony. Dr Semler delivered a congratulatory message on recovery from illness, and Prince Bismarck spoke with vigor while receiving cheers. Counts Maranrek and Venant, and Dr Schwellinger, received tokens of the palace after the event.

Germany Ince Himmarck Bis- Hunck Semler Prince Piemarck Herbert Maranrek Count Venant Aay Schwellinger

Prohibition Enforcement Committee Formed in Abinelt

In a temperance meeting last Friday night chair J A Trentann appointed a fifteen member committee to aid in enforcing the prohibitory law in Abinelt. The group includes W A Polfer H T Howe Joab Mul vane DC Tulotson M Stahl Spencer M T Campbell Wim M Wel come WR Hazen F H Foster C8 Ello EL Ot Newland S S Ott Le A Sisbbing AL G Larimer. The committee will meet at 4 this afternoon in the CLA room to perfect organization and pursue expulsion of saloons from Topola, led by chairman Mr Peiter who supports use of force if needed.

J. A. Trentann Abinelt W. A. Polfer T. Howe Joab Mulvane Tulotson Stahl Spencer M. ‘T Campbell WR. Hazen F. H. Foster Ello EL Ot Newland Ott le A. Sisbbing AL G. Larimer Sa~ Joons Topola Ais Peiter

Damroesch Brother Named City Music Supervisor

Frank Damroesch, newly appointed supervisor of music in New York City public schools, is a long standing figure in choral music. Eldest son of Leopold Damroesch and brother of Walter, he directs the Musical Art Society and has built a large network of singing classes, aiding thousands of singers through the People's Choral Union. His role promises a thorough municipal vocal education program across many schools.

New York Frank Damrosch Leopold Dam- Tosch Walter Des Rmeh Musical Art Society Damroeschbax Als People’s Choral Union M Fhoroueh Aystert

Snow depths reach extraordinary levels near Rio Grande

Special Agent Sherrard Coleman reports 40 to 60 feet of snow in northern New Mexico and southern Colorado zones draining toward streams feeding the Rio Grande. He notes cold weather prevents melt and warns that a sudden thaw could flood the valley, with storage far surpassing prior records in mountain passes.

Santa Fe N. M Sherrard Coleman Iad Spee Newto Colorado Rio Grande Hic Grande Valley

Too Much Bicycle and Rope Tricks Reported

Bridgeport Connecticut May 11 Mrs David Read wife of the late Senator D M Read died suddenly this morning after taking a few bicycle lessons saying the wheel will kill me She sank after the ride and died Hasteton Pennsylvania Mamie Burk aged 14 attempting rope tricks near death After a day of jump attempts she collapsed and showed signs of severe exhaustion Chautauqua June 25 to 30 one fare covered to Santa Pe is mentioned in the notes

Bridgeport Conn David Read D. MM. Read PT. Barnum Read Hasteton Mamie Burk Bir Petrick Wark Mazie

Crop conditions report shows mixed May farm yields overseas outlook

May crop notes from the department of agriculture indicate deterioration in April for winter wheat in several states including Michigan and Illinois, with Wisconsin and Ohio showing losses from frost and snow. Across regions, conditions vary. snow and rains delayed spring plowing, while northern areas have lower yields and European crops show export shortages. India predicts no wheat export this year.

Washington Department of Agriculture Kansas Tinvks Ugogh Wisveriain Tows Miesduet Oho Michiean Nebraska Kaneeg New York Pennsylvania Michigan Colillonas A Udtina Tino Oregon California Iowa Europe France Prussia India

Women Fight Stores Education Meet In Chicago

Chicago May 11 Women anc stiars societies plan to combat department stores at Cook County Business Men's Association meeting at Sherman House tomorrow afternoon. Movement aims to educate women about store evils and support legal action costs from upcoming tests and court proceedings, with a large auxiliary expected and a mass meeting at Electric Park on May 30 to fund legal expenses.

Chicago Anc Cook County Business Men's Association Sherman House North Side Electric Park

Permanent Tariff Commission Proposed in Congress

Washington May 11 advocates urge a permanent tariff commission to be started via an amendment promised by Senator Calhoun of Arkansas and backed by leaders in both houses. President McKinley reportedly favorable amid no active opposition. Representative Fowler of New Jersey will introduce the plan in the house Monday at Samuel Archer of Newark's request. Archer, secretary and treasurer of the tariff commission league, has been in the capital and will return to lead headquarters efforts.

Washington Calipmn Aikwis McWinley Fowler New Jersey Samuel Archer Newark N. J Tariff Commission Leasue Lermaneor Archer Cull

Governor Pingres Vetoes Anti Cigarette Bill in Michigan

Lansing May 11 Governor Pingres vetoed the anti cigarette bill that would imprison boys under 17 for smoking. He said correcting children’s bad habits is a parental duty not a state one.

Pingres Lansing Mich Pineree

McKinley Double Draws Crowds in Canal Dover

In Canal Dover on May 11 a local photographer John Strickmaker staged a McKinley double. The lookalike posed amid a playful mix of public curiosity and jokesters as townsfolk mistook the impersonator for the president. Residents in New Philadelphia also report sightings, adding to the lighthearted spectacle.

Canal Dover This City President McKinley John Strickmaker Ail Bis Fife Stridomaker

Republicans or Tammany in New York May 1 Interview

Thos C Platt’s interview is viewed by politicians as a repeat of prior claims. Ed ward Lauterbach’s recent declaration signals the machine would sue Tammany to power again unless a ticket from the Republican county convention is accepted. Platt and Lauterbach express the machine’s aim, with Misteict leaders backing the cry for a Republican or Tammany mayor. Voters may force a change.

New York Thos. C. Platt Himesis Edward Lauterbach Tammany Pintz Vitteens’ Union Plate Lauterbach

Last of the Fox Oaks Falls on Bowne Avenue

The surviving Bowne House oxide oak near Bowne Avenue, tied to George Fox and the Quakers in 1675, was cut down yesterday after years of decline. A marble stone reading Fox Oak marks the spot where the tree stood, while its partner fell in 1873.

Flushing. B Bowne Avenue Bowne House George Fox Society of Friends Ife Ire Fox Gaka

Iron from Venezuela ships first ore to New York

The British steamer Mercedes arrived from Caracas with 1,050 tons of iron ore, the first shipment from Venezuela. Consigned to Fate Wright & Sun in New York and Ennis & Co of Philadelphia, the ore sparks curiosity about future American mining ventures and potential fortunes for syndicates in Venezuela.

Orinoco New York Mercedes Tall Tmames Venezuela Fatee Wright & Sunz Ennis & Co Philadelphia Pennsylvania Tose Abe Venezuels Winfield Chautauqua Assembly Santa Fe

Mes Leane's Board Bill Response to Guthrie Leader

Mary Eliza defends herself against a Guthrie Leader claim of unpaid board in Guthrie Oklahoma. She offers a $100 donation to the destitute if proof of an unpaid board exists and recounts travel delays and expense disputes with Perkin fair association. She condemns misreporting and calls for truth and honor among the press.

Jetter Wichits Mes Guthrie Thin City Perkin the Fair Association Oklahoma Olis Gklahomm Gied Sreed Mary Eliza

Kansas City man to join Li Hung Chang railroad project

May 1. W. P. Deward of Kansas City Kansas will become an employee of Li Hung Chang in building a forerunner railroad in China. The viceroy, while in America, focused on securing this railroad via American methods. Deward has substantial railroad construction experience and will supervise the construction work and oversee the project.

Kansas City W. P. Deward Kan Ie Li Hung Chang China America Dewar

Postal Congress Weighs New Rates and Korea Joins

Washington May 11 two major items emerged from the Universal Postal Congress. Korea agreed to join the union while a sliding scale cut on international postal orders above a certain amount was approved, not affecting the United States or orders under 100 francs. Uncertainty lingers on China’s full entry, and a proposal for an international telegraphic service at leading post offices is being considered for submission or later report.

International Postal Congress Washington Universal Postal Congress Chit Porm Ye Thutt Little Kingdom United States France Pekin Ching Union Orange Free State

Modern Woodmen Camp Report Attacks Head Officers

About 49 camps of the Modern Woodmen of America in the central west met in Clinton on May 1 to review a committee report on Head Clerk Howe's office. The report accuses head officers of extravagance lax oversight and mismanagement and cites a prior Edison camp meeting noting a missing Head Banker Zink amounting to 45 000. The report was adopted in full amid a sensational session.

Clinton Woodmen America Central West Howe Edison Wik Zink

Independent phone firms plan defense against Bell monopoly

Pittsburg is the scene as the national advisory committee of independent telephone companies meets to outline their position and hire legal talent to block Bell’s actions. The group may discuss forming a national association to unite state firms in resisting Bell patent lawsuits, though it currently functions as an alliance of state companies.

Pittsburg Bell Company Pitteburg Ue Bell Waranti

A Valuable Prescription for Health From Electric Bitters

Worthington editor praises Electric Bitters as a superior tonic for constipation and sick headache while Mrs. Sieble of Chicago reports recovery from downtrodden health after six bottles. The ad notes prices at ten cents and one dollar and mentions local drugstores and free mending services at Peerless Steam Laundry.

Morrison Worthington Ind Annis Sieble Cottage Grove Ave Chicago J. K. Jones

Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery Ad Distorts Health Claims

An old advertisement extols Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a cure for nervous prostration, indigestion, and consumption myths. It promises blood building and life saving effects while urging readers to avoid substitutes sold by careless druggists. The pitch touts cures and testimonials, urging trust in the product and related laxative pellets.

Saleep Boston Br. Pierze

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