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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 01, 1897

Page

2

Tammany Sits To Win In New York City Race

Chicago reporters analysis wires that Tam m many aims to hold New York amid Henry George’s shadow and Low’s bid. Croker pushes toward a late surge, while Brooklyn and Manhattan wards test the George movement against Tam m any machine strength and a potential anti Tam m any cross current. Curtain falls on campaigns with memorial services for Henry George and no stump speeches out of respect.

Rickard Croker Henry George Whee Croker George Guey Lowie Mir Henry Gorge Croker Patiensts Tammany Fain Cies Tammany Uckets Tammany Taet West New York Abe Eaben Sattone Brooklyn van Wryck Tamm Tate Hulee Hreokisn Low Cevker Manhattan Ixtard Henry Geerer George Followin Belp Platt Snmany King's Tracy Ian Witha Une Ellis Posen Mra Foster Pinetack Louisiana Lansing Michigan Ratte Carnegie Music Hall Hall Almurtue Quise Imittee Citizena of Strong Sod Want Street Tits Car Paikn Wail Aid Seth Low Down Town Heth Low Joseph J Choate Chas S Falrontid Durand Hilingeen Ike Great Straits J. Hansen Kiboades Mr. Law Mayor Strong Seth Law Tammany Tall Jonsbhy Steehan Tammany S Charlie O'Conner Hennessy Myer Jahae Lemuel Quigg van Wyck Tuepahlican Vets Heynehles Citizens’ Union George Ten Miler Henry Georg Asris

Wheelmen Parade for Low amid mass political rallies

A New York parade drew thousands shouting for Low as candidates from multiple parties campaigned publicly. Voters heard from Republicans Democrats and independents urging support for Jeffersonian Democracy principles and for Low's name in the race.

Henry George Jr Vows to Carry On His Father’s Work

Henry George Jr, successor to the late Henry George, pledges to uphold his father’s campaign promises if elected mayor of Greater New York. He asserts a clear understanding of his father’s aims and vows to pursue-era reform, denouncing corruption and pledging justice for the people.

Henry George New York Greater New York Grther

Boss Croker Sued Over Damages in Libel Case

Street Commissioner Waring seeks 100000 dollars in New York against Richard Croker and others over a libel claim. The action includes editors, publishers, and Morning Telegraph personnel alleging prepublication statements by Tammany Hall. Waring says suit pursues no patronage ends and will be pressed vigorously.

Waring New York Colonet Gearse Wari Baw Broweht Abe Richard Croker Mr. Croker Biskely Edward Mr. Foss Mrayes Morning Telegraph

Iowa Political Estimates Foresee Democratic Victory Likely

Democratic and Republican state chairs released estimates from many counties predicting Fred White will win Iowa governorship. Reports show shifts toward Democrats with big prior-year votes. analysts cite farm gains and German bloc support, while Republican turnout appears weak.

Republican Poll Forecast for Statewide Vote Majority

G Mumtuan, chairman of the Republican state central committee, releases a county by county poll and partial township tally showing a Republican lead of 42 767 with 244 754 Republican votes against 201 967 Democratic votes. He expects sound money Democrats to rise slightly while Prohibitionists and middle of the road Populists vary by county, and notes that Prohibitionists may not exceed their last gubernatorial vote.

Tims Tin State Oeures G- Mumtuan Republican State Central

Nebraska vote campaign nears close in dull, bid for 6,000 edge

Lincoln Nebraska November 1 The Nebraska campaign nears closing with Republicans led by Chief Justice A M Tost contesting Justice Sullivan while Democratic Populists and free silver backers unite under the joint ticket Democrats say conservative estimates place the statewide plurality under 6 000 inches The race also concerns university seats and a possible Republican path to a Senate seat in a year Bryan’s presidential hopes loom while bets remain cautious and odds are even.

Lincoln Nep Nebraska Reid Juston J. 4. Sullivan Justice of the Supreme Dudes A M. Tost Gyo Faesta Kilket Fusdun Alien Bryan Tyson Pasiontats

Iowa election battle shapes up with bids and blocs

Des Moines reports show Republicans predicting a 44 000 majority and Democrats claiming 20 000. Six tickets compete including Republican and silver Democratic factions. Governors candidates listed as Shaw and White with other contenders. Districts vote for state offices and county posts amid light turnout and focus on finance and silver issues.

Des Moines Cam Palen Chaiman McMillan Republicans Walsh Miglin Gold Democrats Hepubftegr Flehy the Publican Silver Democratic National Democratic People's Prohbitionist Scctol TL. BM. Shaw PB White J. E Cnegitt Fe Leland CA. Liegd Kremer Shaw

Hanna rallies in Cleveland as Bryan blasts Hanna at mass meeting

In Cleveland Senator Hanna faced a large crowd at Music Hall after W J Bryan arrived to drum up Democratic support. Bryan attacked Hanna alleging cowardice and a conspiratorial tilt toward European centralized power while defending Bryan’s policy and urging voters not to reverse last year’s mandate.

Cleveland Hanna Wil Apeech Music Hall Bryan Ohio Mr. Bryan Newark W. J. Bryan Campalion Red Cros Snut Eolors Nebraska Mark Hanna

Legislature in Doubt Delays Ohio Election Results

Cincinnati reports uncertainty as untested results and uncertain legislature outcomes color election day. Odds floated on polled Republican statewide tickets and fusion ticket in Harlem County, while wagering on the legislature saw even bets and cautious betting circles review past years.

Ohio Cincinnati Haralien

Henry George remembered with solemn public tribute

Thousands in New York gathered at his bier to honor Henry George, single tax advocate and political reformer, whose life was celebrated as a service to the people. The public viewing drew 125,000 at one point, with mourners lining Fifth Avenue and Grand Central Palace as clergy and dignitaries praised the man who stood for liberty, reform, and humanity.

New York Henry George America Vie Metropolis Sisep Kwarta Songitta F Henry Geores Betty Wong Geroes Bruiklyn Brooklyn Hom Fort Mumitton Greenwood Grand Central Palace Uli Chawes Ol Ghisaes Fife Rae Aghici Anton Square Grand Contral Palace Anta Grosse Ake Stout Togo Richard George Suckey August Lewis Derry Chiceey

Memorial Service for Henry George Held by Single Tax Society

Crowded San Francisco memorial service for Henry George held by the Single Tax society. President Mancreere chaired, Miss McCidekey sang Pie as a Kind in the economist’s honor, and many figures including Congressman James G. Maguire and ex-Judge Robert Ferral recalled the Father of Progress and Poverty.

Henry George Single Tax Society San Francisco Metropolitan Tempt Mancrere McCidekey Economist Slimiarix James G. Maguire Robert Ferral

Catarrh of the Stomach Promoted By Digestive Tablets

An old health note explains catarrh of the stomach with fullness after meals, gas, chest pressure, and poor digestion. It promotes Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets made of Deastase, Aseptic Pepsin, Nux, Golden Seal, and acids as a safe, non patent medicine to improve digestion and restore appetite, citing a Chicago resident testimonial.

Marlanson Stuart N.S. Booker Dearborn St Chicago Weiter

Feats Ago Wes and the Dead Man’s Benediction

Fragmentary report mentions Wes, Mr Becere, and an audience with an institute for benediction. The language is garbled. readable elements reference a deceased man and a ceremony. No clear names, dates, or places establish a coherent event from the fragment.

Mr. Becere H. Barry Mansere

McKinley Attends Walnuy Hill Methodist Service

President McKinley and party attend the Walny Hill Methodist Church in Cincinnati for morning service. Doors opened late. crowded pews filled quickly as officials and attendees gathered. Mrs McKinley did not accompany the president due to health. after the service the president and Mrs McKinley visited several residences before departing for Canton.

Cincinnati McKiniey Walnuy Hill Methodist John Shapkinson Moki Augustis Wessil J. Addison Porter Col Myron T Herrick Cleveland J. 5. Schmidhapp Mire McKinley Possibg G.W. Dubois Richardson United Benatar Furuker Tudge Schmidiene McKinny Soumi@iopp

Edison’s Latest Plan to Extract Iron from Low-Grade Ore

New York reports the first authoritative account of Thomas Edison recovering iron from poor ore by electrical means. At a plant near Dover, Indiana, Edison’s methods now produce 1000 to 1500 tons daily of pure iron from ore averaging 25 percent iron. The process uses electro magnets and grinders to separate iron from nonmetallic matter, culminating in brickettes ready for shipment.

New York Electrical Engineer Thomas " Edison Old Ogder Dover Nid Mrillian

Church Disguise Highlights Cleveland Preacher's Sermon

In Cleveland Ohio on November 1 Rev Mr Chalmers attacked fashionable city churches in a sermon. He recounted a recent visit as a workingman where ushers barred entry, forcing him to sit in the third pew while well dressed men were seated near the front. The piece also promotes medical ads and Nebraska wheat crop notes with unrelated product and sales lines.

Cleveland Mr. Chalmers Dunham Avenue Chalmers

Unclear fragment on medical discovery and candy claim

Fragmentary OCR text touts a supposed medical discovery tied to candy with dubious claims of taste and health effects. The readable bits mention absurd phrases and unclear references, making it impossible to identify reliable people or organizations or to determine a coherent event.

Hotel For The Poor Opens In New York With Prayer

Mills House on Thompson and River streets opens as a low cost hotel for men. Bishop Potter offers a prayer. Dr Mite funds the venture, hoping for divine return. The building provides 1,600 lodging rooms, reading rooms, and courts with baths and laundries. meals and a la carte options available to guests.

Millia House New York Pater New York Mills Thompson Ant Rivecker Streets Mite Sid Orlock Potter Tle Bivins House

Richest Casket for a Dog In Any Place

An oddly phrased report from an old paper notes a dog burial request in a factory town. The casket is described as solid metal with blue settings and delicate inlay. The lid weighs silver chevron fittings and the box measures about 17 inches by 7 inches by 5 inches.

Altmany Albasy

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