29 May 1897
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1897
Page
1
Residents describe strong protest at Flower Beds square as state officials meet to address environmental concerns. Local groups accuse authorities of neglect, demanding immediate action and transparency. No further details available.
May 28 at the capital grounds an open air COBLEArt event drew a large crowd including President McKinley and Secretary Taft. A presidential carriage was blocked by a line of white vehicles within a chalk boundary as Capitol Police ordered the driver to stop and reverse, ending with the president riding to a side street to finish the event.
A. B. Whiting’s calm presence reportedly prevented a serious blaze at the AL B Witte Pant headquarters near 20 Guinty steel. At 5 o’clock this morning an agitator entered a yard to search for a can and struck a barrel, triggering a quick response by firemen who arrived as the commotion ensued. Fire officials investigated the smoky scene and praised Whiting's actions in quelling the incident.
The notice describes train departures from Caldio at 2 45 am arriving Kan City 2 15 pm and later departures from Chirag and McGregor areas on Memorial Day. It mentions Post events for James H McKean and tributes at Drexel cottages and Peckess Steam Laundry in memory of General Grant.
Paris May 2 400 delegates attended the annual meeting of the national bi metallic league Deputy Fouroural presided Threy read the report noting the election of President McKinley as the year’s leading event Bedwell urged moving to a definite issue before McKinley’s term ends The French government’s progress in international negotiations was praised for cooperation with Britain and the hope for British support toward silver International bimetallism hinges on sustained effort and potential German following England The report suggested France and America could reach agreement if England supports silver
Miss Mabel Baker averted an actress’s wardrobe fire during the German Volunteer tableau at Crawford Opera House. Her dress caught by sparks but she kept calm, hidden the blaze, and the curtain fell with her costume scorched yet controlled. Proceeds fund Memorial Day expenses.
Aninie Mo Greenwood sues for divorce from Ash Turd Greenwood in Topeka. She seeks a change of venue citing Judge Hazen's alleged prejudice, aiming to keep alimony and child custody proceedings fair. The case, filed last summer, awaits ruling and may go to trial at the September term if kept in Shawnee County court.
New Haven Conn May 29 conditions favored a fine contest between Yale and University of Wisconsin crews on Lake Saltonstall in the afternoon. The crews completed their trains yesterday and prepared for the supreme struggle with headquarters rooting for victory. Final inspection was held by Yale’s Muaches Oak and Wisconsin’s ODea?
The Sania Fr shopmen annual picnic is moved from June 1% to Saturday June 26 in Kansas City, due to track work on the road between Ottawa and dormn ints for the Chautauqua season. The athletic program will receive special attention amid weather forecasts for Chicago area May 28 and Kansas dry conditions with warmer Sunday.
Crowds decorate Topeka cemetery with thousands of roses and other blooms for Memorial Day. Veterans from multiple posts, auxiliary groups, and Sons of Veterans participate in wreaths, a marching parade, and speeches at the Gage monument. Local children contribute masses of flowers as ceremonies honor the unknown soldier and living veterans.
A New York Sun reprint describes a social club moment where women humorously swap watches. An executive committee huddle ends with the first vice president revealing a timepiece and joking about setting it, as laughter and feminine wit ripple through the gathering.
The Journal des Economistes notes Swiss referenda over the past decades favoring some socialistic laws such as factory state control and insurance schemes, while rejecting others like state railway ownership and uniform trade regulations. The piece questions representative democracy, citing deputies elected by cantons yet proposing restrictive laws, and hints at parallels to U.S. anomalies.
Summary of the American Medical Association and Academy of Medicine meeting in Philadelphia with B and O R R rail ticket options. Tickets go on sale from points west of the Ohio River for May 26 to June 4, valid for return by June 6, based on a fare and 4 third for round trip. Through Pullman cars Chicago to Philadelphia. Inquiries to B N Austin GP at Grand Central Station Chicago. Also a patent medicine ad for Beges Cherry Cough Syrup.
Ottenmont May 28 A liberal government pledges total prohibition and proposes a plebiscite. Voters may face two questions on prohibition and direct taxation with potential compensation to liquor interests. Ontario already shows 82,000 against prohibition, while Nova Scotia New Brunswick Prince Edward Island swing toward support despite tax fears.
Ogden Mills of New York named secretary and attache to the U S special embassy for the Goth celebration of Queen Victoria’s accession in London. Whitelaw Reid serves as special ambassador, with General Miles and Admiral Miter also receiving commissions. The president will present a personal letter of appreciation and goodwill to the queen.
A new organization of colored residents in Topeka promotes social, industrial and political interests. It passes resolutions highlighting 200 young men and women unable to find local employment and urging business leaders in Shawnee County to offer honorable employment opportunities.
A labor bureau proposal mediates between employees and employers and outlines educational aims. The group endorses the Topeka Industrial Institute, calls sermons on industrial education, and commends educators Professor and Mrs. Stevens. It names standing committees for social law, industrial education, labor, politics, and business, and notes reflects on race history with a list of prominent local Black leaders and officers.
North Topeka column lists births visits church services and social events. Names include Mr and Mrs Gilman Quins ey street Mr and Mrs Samuel Delman and Mrs J E McClain with details on travel, schooling, and local engagements amid a noon post office closure and lingering shop hours. A life of small town notices blends with sermon plans and a brief medical aside from Beecham's Pills.
A Chicago meeting of the West Side W C T C and central union members denounced a Salvation Army desecration by bicycle parade, criticizing Mayor Harrison for allowing the event. Protesters cited Sabbath disruption and called for support of Salvation Army amid legal action and public sentiment.
Ground breaking yesterday for Mrs Bowman’s charity chapel in Topeka aims to honor her late husband T E Bowman. The new Bowman men’s chapel on Himiton Street, funded by donations to the Central Congregational church, will support kindergarten work and teachers training in the thriving Topeka system.
Emma Ashley confronts multimillionaire Lucky Baldwin in his San Francisco home office on May 2 as she tries to force him to buy a ticket for his daughter's benefit. Baldwin reacts with confusion while Ashley insists the ticket be sold for the child’s support and threatens further action.
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