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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

May 18, 1897

Page

6

Senate Work and Finance Proposals Discussed in May Session

In Washington a Senate committee reported bills seeking funding for public buildings including a Texas project at Avion. The session considered appointments and inquiries into executive authority while opponents urged restraint. A pledge to investigate and push actions on reform dominated the day as debates moved toward committee referrals.

Bilis Pasach Washington Bane Aperita M. Echirel Buth Texas Abernoon California Gear Petilere Steeter Sir. Hosier North Caroling Uwe

Altered Governor Ties to Milwaukee Visit Highlighted

The Chicago Chronicle reports a two week stay by ex Governor Alterht of Minnesota in Wisconsin amid Sacred Heart concerns and a claim he was not gravely ill. The piece notes his Chicago appearance at the Northern Hotel on May 3 and references related monuments plans for Lookout Mountain and Mission Ridge.

Chicago Milwaukie Alterht Minnis Wis Sacred Heart Waukee Mitheu Walla Emst Waar Chicamy Ealing Northern Hotel Fuiious Lookout Mountain Spineteid Tade Tattiefeld Covenissien Hag Steibel Mission Tide Milnvls Reedmenta Fort Bleh Minsion Brass Hoe Farwell J. W. Parnell & Co William Meyers Meyers

Miss Maggie Hannah ANVICLE and radical aches bar women

Miss Maggie Hannah’s case from Vanville Indiana recounts long lasting nerve misery and nervous breakdowns. After years of trial a physician suggested consultation and Dr Miles Restorative Nervine brought first true sleep in four weeks, with a guarantee and refund offer from Miles Medical Co.

Maggie Tan- Bah Chestnut St Vanville Ierial Dr. Amilles Dr. Miles DE. Miles Medical CO Elebart, Ind

James O Neill challenged bicycle ordinance in city court

St Paul minute 1 James O Neill the actor faces charges for riding after dark without a bump on the wheel forks or axle. The case adjourned to tomorrow as O Neill argues the provision nonsensical and beyond council power, with similar ordinances widespread nationwide.

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Astor May Have Donated 25000 Pounds for England Food Relief

Reported May 15 that an anonymous philanthropist may have given 25000 pounds to the Princess of Wales feeding the starving in England. The name William Waldorf Astor is floated due to his wealth and known generosity though not fully confirmed. The rumor aligns with Astor's reputed philanthropy and royal charity expectations.

England New York Fac Lotion Princess We Wales Wiliam Walcher Astor

Verascope Barred From Canadian Exhibition Fight Pictures

In Ont on May 18 a court barred the Corlett-Fuqummons Bet from Canada. Justice Mowatt denied an amendment to criminal code proceedings to prohibit airing images of origir debts and related materials. The ruling imposes penalties including fines and possible imprisonment for noncompliance.

Prige Canada Corlett-Fuqummons Bet Hareel OllWer Wovern Mont Cuvasure Unee

Grand Lodge Reception Draws Large Wichita Attendance

Delegations from many quarters arrive for the annual Grand Lodge reception in Wichita. Thousands fill the venue as officials including Mayor Rane and Brigadier General Joe Lyon deliver remarks. Speakers hail the Knights Pythias cohesion and the Uniform Rank as a united force.

Grand Lodge Wichita Kulebte Pything Mathbone Sisters Fuixiliary Heweletia Mt Wrior Binny Rane Sixtind Dy Dirks Wcwita Tere Atstenines Metloniain Grund Riannes Knights Atty Hille Rurhbone Sisters Joe Lyon Hamaki Fehet United States Army America A. F. Riddle 3Hinneapoeis Bird Topeka Pastorad Chasentor Harrop Mariettas

Big Firws Anniversary Segel Cooper Co Celebrate Tenth

Segel Cooper & Co marks ten years in Chicago since the partnership began. The firm started at Stite and Adkins streets with Stecel and his brother, and Cooper came from Peoria. The company grew, moved to the present building on Suite and Concrese streets, and launched a notable venture with a New York department store, a success for the era.

Segel, Cooper & Co Chicago Chicao Siegel, Cooper & Co Stite Adkins Streses Stecel Cooper Chicuee Peoria Suite Concrese Wallant New York

Turnpike Raiders Rampage Near Mercer County Kansas

Raiders burned a tollgate at Mackinle likely replacing a structure damaged weeks earlier. Gate keeper Curd reported to fetch his ax when raiders approached Salt River gate near the courthouse. Local figures, including ex governor candidate P Wat Wandin, weigh in on constitutional grounds for toll road operation. Kansas Postmaster reports list Kansan appointees including Kenned, Holsinger, and Winne.

Rarnaieture Mercer County Alehe Mackinleike Salt River Gate Court House Curd P. Wat Wandin

Topeka Society and Visitors Share Social Highlights

Recent Topeka society notes describe Mrs Theodore Hammatt hosting guests in honor of Nan Emery of Des Moines with palm and marguerite decor. A card party for Miss Emily King and Mr Charles Beck of Kansas City, and a Baptist church event with J L Shiner's group, plus travel updates, engagements, and high school class activities in late May.

Theodore Hammatt Mise Nan Emery Des Moines M. C. Hammatt B. Merriam Mix Dudley Holliday Mira Frank Basen Walter Noblé Georgy Crawford Mise Margaret Dudiey Sadie Hambleton Nelile McCumrock Letl Lit Ue Emporia Sallie Lizzie Crosby Nan Emery King Enterteins Emily King Charlies Beck Kansas City Elite Smith Hila Hinckley Jeanette Lord Alvis Lois Teft Hea"ele Hayden Intel Thompson Sue Sharrit Helen Smith Misa Louise Smith Mabel Wilson Alles Helen Thompson Chiarlak Heck Kanss City Seth Chase Guilford Thudles Dave Sibley Win Wiksdal Dorrence Ewart Brad Johnson Ben Johteon Will Trapp Uarry Seabrook Everett Dallas Joe Wilson Prines Elle Smith Charles Teck James King A. RR. Dingafell J. W. Hinckley gWen Library Hall Silss Agnea Jee al H. Thomson C. B Merriam RB. Salisbury Stuart Los Angeles Cal Lowry East Wil_ Mills Indiana Ohio Western” College Oxford Harry Myrick Parsons F. W. Badger Topeke James Blodgett H. Kitne Patwin Chicago Ohmer McFarland Ihanche Jovrger Leavenworth, Ave Fred Cole Ladies' Society of the First M. E. Church Poindexter West Eighth Street Marr Wicoxin North Adame Mass W. J. Pardes Mootilla Wilcoxin Misa Dora Furman Incra Davis Br. Joe Misa Grace Jison LE. Hatch San Jose Cat Anna Don Mire Joddach Yeateeday American Missionary Society of the Christian Churches Cincinnati The Astern Star Thomas Martin Fadiill California

Local visitors and arrivals noted in Lawrence district

Jennie Starr visits her sisters Mrs. C. P. Grosvenor and Misa Delsy Stare in Lawrence. Miss Sue Jessop expected from Division next month to spend the summer with Misa Izera Davis. Mrs. L. A. Reed of Abilene visits Genie Wallace at 904 Quincy Street.

Jennie Starr C. P. Grosvenor Misa Delsy Stare Lawrence Sue Jessop Misa Izera Davis L. A. Reed Abilene Nes Genie Wallace Quincy Street

Nellie Grant Sartoris Recalls Her Father in Tributes

Nellie Grant Sartoris writes of her father as a steady, caring presence. She recalls his reluctance for public life, his focus on family, and the unspoken weight of his responsibilities behind his impassive exterior. She notes his sympathy, restraint, and value of his name, praising his memory in a Sunday Journal piece.

Nellie Grant Sartoris New York United States White House Ther Neillie Grant Sartoris Sunday Journal

For Women Who Worry Life Advice Page Chicago Tribune

Advice urging women to seize today and stop fearing the future. Do not dwell on past regrets or ahead worries. Focus on today’s sunshine, friends, work, and the needed sorrows, as nervous exhaustion stems from anticipation rather than present trouble. Peeriess Steam Laundry advertisement included.

Chicago Tribune

Weekly Crop Bulletin Weather Summary for Kansas

Weather Observer Jennings issues the weekly climate and crop service bulletin for Kansas. Central counties report rain keeping ground wet. wheat heading and oats and grass in good condition. Corn planting continues in the south. frost caused some damage in the north. Western division reports a cool week with good growth in wheat oats barley and alfalfa. first alfalfa ready to cut in the south. some corn replanting planned.

Jennings Kansas United States Department of Agriculture Morton Grant Gove Stafford

Sausage Maker's Crime Sparks Chicago Murder Trial

Adolph Luetgert, a prominent sausage maker, is arrested on suspicion of murdering his wife. Details claim he lured her to his Diversy Street factory, killed her, dissolved the body in vats with acid, and burned remains. Two wedding rings found in the vat are cited as main evidence, including Mrs Luetgert's ring. Also notes Internal Revenue receipts and a prize Australian-ballot ruling in Princeton.

Chicago Adolph L. Liuetzert Litetzert Luetgert Diversy Street Aoat Utth Sausyee Myre Leutgert

Plumbers Convene In Topeka Adopt Platform For Honorably Run Trade

The twelfth annual Kansas Master Plumbers Mutual Benefit association meeting in Topeka drew 27 firms. Officers elected include Christian States, Topeka president, F W Doane, Lawrence vice president, J Prescott, Topeka secretary. Delegates plan to push sanitary plumbing legislation and oppose subcontracting. Prescott spoke on residence drainage outlining five disposal methods and urged up-to-date practices to protect public health.

Kansas Master Plumbers’ Mutual Benefi Association Topeka National Association of Master Plumbers National Association Southern League State Convention Sestendas Wm. Rowan Arkansas City Seamess Atchison Chris Allen Eldorado Bowers Emporia Giirhigh & Ewing Ingham Fort Scott Stewart & Helaweil Hutchinson Lawrence Plumbiix & Heallig Co Geo Christian Staten Craspool

Ladies on Horseback for Decoration Day Parade Plan

Captain Dan Wratt organizes a company of ladies on horseback for the Decoration Day parade with aims to attract a large crowd. He plans to announce aides in a new issue and seeks participation from Tagion to ride, promoting Hull's Heir Renewer for scalp health and beauty. Phone 420.

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