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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1897
Page
5
A large party travels to see the Big Trees and Santa Cruz, with groups of about one hundred men taking trips up Noont Talpais and to the San Francisco area. Delegates arrive from Los Angeles as part of a special caravan style excursion, recounting city sights and holiday crowds during the season.
Ex Sheriff D M Burdge of Shawnee county connected with Santa Fe service faces arrest tensions after Snyder the agent allegedly absconded with several hundred dollars in tickets. Engineer Lyons Parsoca and Geurm Tyee of the M and T rail line die within hours of each other at homes on West Johnson Avenue.
May 20 A letter from W J Bryan declines attendance at the Gold mining convention in Denver, citing personal reasons and a desire to avoid opposing views. The exchange notes Bryan’s respect for supporters while indicating he will not attend the gathering.
The insolvency petition for Monroe Salisbury was heard at Alameda county clerk's office. He reports personal property valued at about 9,000 pledged to Wells Fargo for notes, with some assets untaxed. unsecured claims exist while a foreclosure action has been filed by the bank.
San Luis Obispo May 20 report describes a second geyser near Mono bay opposite the town, with a small island of mud and sand forming. Eyewitnesses say the eruption resembles the previous Friday night event, producing steam and rising water as debris and bubbles appear around the island.
Mrs Joe Webber plans to swear out a complaint in Shawnee county against local liquor sellers after her husband, Joe Webber of Lower Jackson Street, was arrested for drunkenness. She visited the county attorney and said she would include all joints selling whisky to him, signaling a broad drive to stop the sale of liquor to her spouse.
Vancouver jury finds city liable for the Point Bike Brides tramway disaster. Mrs Gunton, whose husband was killed, awarded 1000 dollars in damages. tramway company awarded costs. AnotherRelated case slated today as numerous suits arise from similar grounds.
Kansas lawmakers spar over a rule that bars noncommittee members from attending or sharing details of commission sessions. Superintendent Stryker argues the restriction protects the process. opponents say it hides deliberations and misuses public trust. The panel's actions and personnel details are outlined, with broader implications for school book contracts and public accountability.
Senate and House Journals of the celebrated Booths Legislature are being distributed by the secretary of state. The senate journal contains 142 pages with mentions of 1995 Liga pages and 60 senate bills noted. Senator part of the record remains unclear.
Topeka businessman W. W. Manspeaker plans a major expansion at the Manspeaker Hen U building, uniting four floors into one large retail store. The project will erase the internal partition, creating a single ground floor and expanding from the current one room and basement space at 70k Kanan avenue. Prospects cite strong local trade as Dr. Manspeaker notes growth in sales and collections while preserving focus on retail merchandise. The corner previously housed George W. Woot Carpet, with the upper floors formerly split between tenants after the Weed passing.
Reports from Pittsburg discuss proposed reorganization of steel pools for billets rails and wires with expected price jumps to 28 and 208 per ton. A Chicago Record Washington correspondent notes invitations for Miss Nellie Petter Pettit to wed J S McTihenny at Topeka, while ex Senator Reagan's wife is highlighted as a pioneering female aide in the senate. The Olde Folkes Concerto is scheduled at Library Hall tomorrow night.
Report on the National Educational Association meeting to be held in Milwaukee Wisconsin with praise for Union Pacific service via Omaha or Kansas City. Describes elegant equipment including coaches chair cars and Pullman buffet for the journey west of the Missouri River at a fare plus two dollars for the round trip.
Washington May 20 Senate debate on Cuba centers on consular danger and government secrecy. Senators Foraker Cannon Lindsey press for Cuban reference. Morgan Vest press for protection of consuls with warships amid fears of mass assassination threats over reports. No action taken. dispute over disclosure of consul names and possible impact on tariff fight.
Washington May 20 There was lively Cuban debate as Mr Foraker of Ohio announced support for direct intervention over mediation. He argued mediation failed, Spain rejected it, and war might be preferable to the resolution. He warned Cuba cannot ask US help and Spain cannot object, pledging action to defend American interests and property.
In Washington on March 20 a Utah senator denounced commercial interests and invoked a Seuss-like sentiment about the money changers in the temple. He warned that America risks dependence on European monarchies and foreign investments, urging unity and a declaration against monarchic oppression abroad. He argued for broader national solidarity over currency reform.
At a Madrid meeting, former premier Benor Sagusta warned of 200000 troops in Cuba and warned that Carlists organize in the peninsula, threatening near war. He said reforms won’t solve Cuba's problems and accused the government of mishandling finances and diplomacy, signaling stormy sittings and possible cabinet upheaval within two weeks.
In Chicago a man named Adrian Britt faced a federal court showing hopes for a one year sentence tied to a street robbery with a poor outlook for reform. He once led the Jacksonville Union and influenced the Hayes-Tilden vote, later killing the paper by conceding Hayes’ victory. Also: General Manager T M Campbell resigns his post at International and Great Northern, with Leroy Trice to succeed him. Croppie fishing reports note good catches at Doniphan and Bain lakes, with several anglers described and fish sizes listed.
A statue of Cornelius Vanderbilt, founder of Vanderbilt University, was unveiled today on the university campus in Nashville. The work, by Italian sculptor Moretti, is described as a heroic size sculpture.
A Madrid dispatch reports a seti official statement that Spain will not agree to selling Cuba nor accept foreign mediation on the issue, maintaining the question is for Spain to decide exclusively. Electric Bitters is praised as a tonic and remedy for bilious fevers, indigestion, and general debility, sold at J K Jones' Drug Store at the corner of 7th and Kansas Avenue for 1 per bottle.
To the many friends who were kind to us during the sickness and death of our father, George Chadwick, we extend our sincere thanks. Melida Harland and family. Cooper Chadwick. Madam Genevra Johnstone-Hishop. Will be at Hamilton Tuesday evening, May 55, for the benefit. Tickets on sale at Kellam and Brett's book stores.
North Topeka residents prepare notices with Kimball Printing before 10 AM. David Roller and daughter visit from Manhattan. Mrs. Frank Conklin ill but improving. Quincy's sickness reported among scholars. Cooper from Falls City canvasses friends. Baptist church ladies plan another entertainment. section three meets with Taiteart of Evelyn. Charlie Looge and Bert Looge travel to Hutchinson for musical jubilee. Mrs. D Thompson of Denver visits W W Crittenden. Poucht returns from Fort Scott trip. visits Manney friends. A Quaker costume on the avenue attracts attention advertising Quaker cigars. Miss Julia Cox of Kansas Avenue narrowly avoids accident after Missouri ear mishap. bruised face, sprain. Prof. Horagee organizes a musical club with two fiddles, four zithers, four guitars and a pend. Club practices. plans Fires Lutheran affair. Local singers listed as members. Crane family and others included.
May 2 report from Pittsturs details election of officers for the American Baptists Women Mission Society. New officers include president Timote, treasurer A W New York, recording secretary A B Hobart, correspond ing secretary T S Morsar, auditors J Martus and L P Payne. Meeting notes cover education committee findings and ongoing discussions. Also note: John Bet on department store fire losses about 554 009 with insurance covering 24 009. and a sale of excursion tickets to Nashville for an exposition.
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