28 May 1897
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1897
Page
1
Reports from Montreal and surrounding towns describe a seismic event lasting over a minute with two shocks felt in localities. Crowded theaters and public venues triggered panic while buildings swayed and items toppled, with witnesses detailing trembling rooms and frightened crowds in multiple districts.
A May disturbance in Wealington led to militia deployment and the arrest of several participants amid reports of scuffles and alleged intoxication. Officers Capron and Captain Mawll reported the incident to investigators, with a bystander noting a man with an umbrella as the scene drew a crowd.
Tomorrow promises pleasant weather observers note. Jennings says he has warned about potential raiding and urges calm as crowds plan picnics. World bowling record fell as Frank Fenn of the Hat records a lower score, with earlier record at 15 consecutive strikes.
Attendees from Kansas City St Louis Omaha and other lines left Topeka last night with Santa Fe officials absent The party led by General Manager BF Yorkum headed west to tour branches while other executives from multiple railroads gathered in Topeka for the rate conference Readouts name Paul Morton freight statistician J T Rehanis and G H Cropby among attendees with numerous railroad officers listed.
A severe collision between a freight and a passenger train at American Falls Idaho killed nine and fatally injured others. The wreck, blamed on tampering, destroyed the station area and left engines and cars crushed. The freight crew and train staff suffered multiple injuries as responders rushed to aid victims.
May 28 1887 William T Powers and John Lattimore colored men were hanged in Chicago for murder. Powers killed John Murphy a saloon keeper in 1886 robbery. Powers received a 33 year sentence. Lattimore and Burkner were convicted in separate 1886 Canal murder cases with similar violent robberies and life terms.
Virginia votes show Democrats maintain their usual majority as the state rejects a constitutional convention. Officials note about three quarters of counties contributed to the statewide result, signaling a decisive defeat for the reform proposal and a likely shift in local offices to Democratic control.
The secretary of state requests articles of incorporation for a new bank and loan company in Gove City. Directors listed include M. Smith, O. D. Reyer, and A. Jones of Gove City, with Jones of Everett and T. Dines of Grimwell. Manufacturing ties to Coolidge and Sinnmufecturing appear, with capital stock noted. Officers named include J. M. Heatly, V. OT, Tore Scott, M. Banter, W. Tarbox, and M. Martin, all of Costlage.
A controversial figure from South Carolina denounces the tariff bill and calls for another committee of investigation. He brands both leading parties as smirched and accuses framers of the tariff bill of connections with the sugar trust in New York.
Washington May 24 Senator Tilman of South Carolina introduced a resolution to appoint a five senator special committee to inquire into alleged stock favoritism and advancing information to New York speculators regarding the tariff bill. The debate covered corruption charges, committee loyalties, and calls for a thorough investigation while noting waning interest among senators and a Cuban independence petition from Philadelphia seeds.
The State Journal notes Conrad Mayer, a Topeka resident with a long, upright record, did not initiate the case against Prank f, Maclennan, Shyon Greenspan and G Ky Holliday Sr. Elders filed the suit for him without his direct direction. Mayer, a Topeka shopkeeper at 231 Kansas Avenue, plans to move uptown near Sixth and Jackson while seeking peace.
George A. Duey, longtime Associated Press figure in multiple cities, was shot dead by Officer Amos Booth who mistook him for a burglar. Duey, visiting his parents in Cincinnati, wore a night shirt and trousers when confronted near Knoistown street. Booth claims he ordered halt twice. Duey ran and was fatally shot in the back. Authorities say no burglary was proven. Duey recently worked in Chicago and Denver. his brother is AP operator in Cincinnati.
Prominent exhibitor Henry Patterson displays a petrified skeleton unearthed in the Cherokee Strip. Chicago Academy of Science officials, led by Charles Gunther, call the find extraordinary with a 16 foot skull circumference and a 200 foot claimed length, pending verification.
Denver May 28 The Colorado Mining Stock Exchange saw a rare surge as Malle Glowen stock traded at 32 a share with 60 cents monthly dividends. Milwaukee investors bought a title in the mine, ownership prospects rose, stock fell back, and reports said the vein extended into the Argentum deposit amid wild speculation of values up to 40 a ton.
Washington May 28 President McKinley considers a report by Pension Commissioner Evans on consolidating pension agencies ordered by President Cleveland. The plan would merge agencies into one office, likely in St. Louis, affecting about 181,900 pensioners. No immediate action expected this time.
A New York May 2 dispatch reports a coalition of New Jersey marriageable women and bachelor clubs planning a state convention in Trenton to oppose the new law requiring five days notice before marriage licenses. The group argues the provision burdens prospective grooms and violates liberty, pledging to press Governor Griggs to amend the act.
Seven hundred convicts at San Quentin rebelled over prison meals refusing to work unless menu improvements were promised. Prison director Viking investigated the food complaint and found no cause. The 700 were confined to cells with bread and water until they conformed to rules.
Marquis Kido of Japan arrived in New York en route to London for a jubilee and declined interview due to fatigue. Marquin Kido, fluent in English, dismissed rumors of Japanese designs on Hawaii as idle gossip and said Japan visited Hawaii by man of war only to protect its interests after Formosa.
The Presbyterian general assembly at Eagle Lake Indiana concluded sessions amid a rush to finish. Committees reported on petitions for Sunday legislation while a general statement supported temperance and morality, commending Christian men in state and federal legislatures to promote sobriety and curb tavern excess.
An express passenger wreck on the D. & Re railway near Glenwood Springs results in several serious injuries and two confirmed deaths. Engineer West acted swiftly after discovering the open switch, reversing the engine to avert greater loss. Passengers include Mrs Imogene Brown, Mrs J. Ayerst, and Mrs Sarah Barrows, among others, with victims and injured transported for medical care.
3 percent B. Brett is awarded the contract to furnish stationery and supplies to the state Home for the year ending June 30 1808. The executive council approved the bid after reviewing bids for paper printing and binding materials. The committee included WE Hush state secretary parks state printer elect and foreman George Tincher. The contract marks Brett's third consecutive year with the statehouse supply deal.
News item reports a rumored exchange of players between St Louis and Philadelphia with Sam Players as the centerpiece. Names not public, Giants suspected as source. Chicago dispatch notes potential deals for Dowd and other Browns officers, with Stallings resisting high price. Also reports deaths and medical surgery in city notices.
The Dartmouth Servings Bank of Dartmouth M H sues Dr H C Linn to obtain possession of the Linn homestead on West Sixth Street. The amount involved is 4.00 with interest at 5 percent from January 18. The petition asks their receiver be appointed for the property pending settlement of the suit.
The court under Judge Bradley convenes for a brief session today focusing on pending small matters and routine filings. Local officials report a quiet docket with no major trials scheduled.
Washington May 25 A trio led by John E Searles secretary of the American Sugar Refining Company faced trial yesterday in criminal court South 2 Hadley division. The defense showed no challenge to jurors and appeared confident of an easy victory. District Attorney Davis opened the government case and the defense sought to compel a verdict based on nullified juror selection as the trial began with the jury seated and the government proceeding with testimony.
About 200 residents were expected to attend a Lake View picnic tomorrow with transport by Santa Fe mint cars and a gala program including speeches and music. A misprint caused confusion as organizers said no postponement. Dr. L C Wesson clarified plans and timetable, with entertainment by Prof. Dyche and local performers.
A childish quarrel over mud pies on Maiflann street ends with a boy striking the head on a brick sidewalk and knocked unconscious for about an hour. He is treated at home and may have brain injury.
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