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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1897
Page
5
A lengthy denunciation argues insurance companies and other interests fund a campaign to curb railroads. It claims populists fear railroads will withhold support, while Republicans press for heavy contributions. The piece predicts political maneuvering, proposed penalties, and potential criminal charges to curb corporate power in Missouri politics.
The Reformed Populist Congressman Ridgley travels to New York to investigate Wall Street practices and expose supposed deception by bulls and bears. He claims financiers misled the public, urging understanding to reach better conclusions and urging Eastern allies to join in reform efforts.
The Ellsworth Reporter editor George Husche notes a Republican sentiment in the Sixth district against Racene politics and backs Senator Sterns for Kansas appointment, praising his ability and service. The piece contrasts Baker and Cy Leland on the appointment, urging Sterns’ selection and Kansas Republican strength.
Cattlemen of Keneas plan a convention to organize an Interstate association. They aim to act after the election and follow up on federal court deviations in the etekoards case. State Treasurer David Hetlehower backs the plan, urging quick action with the slogan The iron is hot. Now is the time to strike.
The Crawford theater and Grand announce a slate for November and December, including The Girl From Parte, McGinty the Spark, My Friend From India, Robin Hood Jr, Uncle Tom's Cabin, and Beach Mowers Minstrels. December features Heart of Chicago and A Tentated Woman with several Hoyt and Sherwood touring companies. Manager Crawford expects further Uitee attractions to be secured after year start.
Local news notes an annual visit by No Olson to Topeka next Saturday at the Grand Opera House. The lecture comedy adds a bicycle race on stage featuring The Terrible Swede John Lawsom. Tickets priced 76 60 and 25 cents. Also upcoming: Girl From Paris at Crawford theater with a practically continuous show and an illustrated Klondike lecture by J B Clements at Hamilton hall.
A chaotic mix of Topeka and nearby town items covers meetings, transport mishaps, elections, and personnel moves. Highlights include city council notes, rail and depot activity near Tecumseh, a beehive invention, and local election expectations. Also mentions weathered infrastructure, barber shop openings, and various civic figures involved in state affairs.
Generals Weissert Vandervoort and Adams plan a veteran settlement in Matagorda County Texas after securing 400 acres along the coast. Aimed at housing ex servicemen from the Grand Army of the Republic, the site is described as ideal for a veteran community with a prospective procession of settlers en route.
In xanean City on Nov 1 the jury stood six to six in the Dr Tettirese Goddard murder case. The criminal court clerk reported the jury could not agree after both sides presented their evidence. An ad for Herbine liver medicine appears in the text with promotional claims and pharmacy locations.
Reports from the Tulsia Agricultural Station detail successful experiments in reclaiming alkali soil. Charles Shinn describes straw and manure treatments and the use of Atriplex semi-baccalum to neutralize alkali, with yield gains and potential expansion if widely adopted. The work highlights prospects for California and even Mexico.
Washington dispatch describes Mrs Moexintey delivering a small box to Mrs Grover Cleveland in Princeton after news of the Cleveland baby. The slim package, about eight by four inches, held knitted booties with a feminine, legible script note signed by Mrs McKinley.
The eldest daughter of the German heir presumptive is said to be in delicate health amid a London scandal linked to a courtier she plans to marry. The report notes a clash of duties within a minor German court connected to the British royal sphere.
Miss Frances Willard declares the Temple enterprise must not falter and pledges to raise funds. She notes a hundred thousand dollars already subscribed, aims to avoid local burden, and stresses shared responsibility among supporters. She discusses the World’s Congress and the selection of Lady Henry Somerset by the executive committee.
The new Take Shore Limited train between New York and Chicago was shown in New York today. Seven cars, ornate decor, including a barber shop and observation car, form the traveling palace on display for inspection by newspaper representatives ahead of its first run Wednesday.
In Cheyenne Wyoming on November 1 Walter R R Houghton, arrested Friday, turned over about $14 700 in registered mail money to federal authorities. The haul included roughly $19 200 in gold coins discovered in a barn coop. Authorities describe the missing funds as part of a larger recovery effort connected to a registered pouch from the United States mails. Foster Matrel, a relative suspect, plans to arrest for receiving the stolen money.
A. C. Satterive editor of the Alford Democrat allegedly obtained letters from McMillan of the Republican state committee, then passed them to BH Perkins the editor and claimed they supported a political purge. The letters allegedly reached Scott and were sold to Walae of the Democratic state committee for publication in the Dr Mobius Leader to connect Republican and Populist factions. Sattertey sought a hearing before United States Commissioner Henderson but was granted a continuance.
Robert B. Tels Dert, reportedly lost on the Chilkoot Pass, has returned with difficulty after facing famine and cold. He crossed fogs with trading partners, endured near starvations, and was aided by a man named Graves and friendly Indians near Abbott Pass.
London reports a stormy quarrel in the Potter-Bellew company last week. English actor Elwood argued with Mrs Potter, was ejected by Bellew, and now faces threats of horsewhipping toward managers Williamson and Musgrave. Elwood continues to appear nightly with Mrs Potter and Bellew.
A short paragraph in this week’s papers draws attention to William Thackeray’s grave at Kensal Green Cemetery. The site is overgrown with ivy, obscuring the inscription on his headstone.
Police court notes describe May Defiy and others facing charges of rumbling and disorderly conduct. Several residents from North Topjets area linked to alleged raids on a house and furniture business. Witnesses testified about purchases and threats to travel agents. Proceedings continued to Thursday morning.
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