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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 03, 1897

Page

5

Social Democracy Meeting in Denver Sparks Debate

Denver November 3 report on a Social Democracy conference with visitors Col J Hinton Cyrus F Willard and P Bor Lend. Discussions covered labor leadership, socialist aims, colonization plans, and calls for peace amid rising wartime sentiment. Rev Myron Reed presided and speakers warned against extremism while urging civic progress.

Denver Yusterday Albany Vislturs Col Ft. J. Hinton Cyrus F Willard P. Bor Lend Duride Fegaad Mande Gul Omirade Inor Colina New Alextes Ader Fecal Secla Demyarics Myron Reed Titoers Richard J. Hinton Stev Myron W. Reed Milters New York Theney Robert Hurne RJ. Mintek

Unclear fragment on democracy and organization in America

The text discusses a process toward truths, mentions Africa, Colorado, Washington, and social democracy. It references expectations of success by June and the organization receiving returns from members forming opinions. It is a distorted OCR fragment with uncertain specifics.

Africa Colorado Washington America Ile Opiniat

Second Pullman Predicted to Rise at Lomax

Thompson McCosh reports a 1600 acre Lomax Iowa land deal aimed at creating a weeded Pullman style town with steel plant plans. He cites railroad shipping access and capital backing as drivers and foresees rapid growth and a rival to Pullman.

Pullman Lomax, Lil Chicago Thompson McCosh Burlington Iowa Eustern Capitalists Lomax Catn McCrah Pullnat Touriah Tis Tucker Tower Hotel Mane

Warner seeks 1.5 million in U S suit against Frederick officials

Baltimore November 3 Judge Morrie in the United States court denied a motion by Harrison Warner famed litigant to default the county commissioners of Frederick County in a case to enforce 11,000 judgments. Wagner filed the suit to collect 100 dollar judgments with interest obtained in a justice court. Wagner, now an Ohio citizen, argues federal jurisdiction.

Baltimore Arrison Warner United States Frederick County Morrie Washington Jonera Frederick Ouhely Maryland Waener Ohio

The Cat and the Cherub at Lyric Theatre

The Cat and the Cherub a play depicting Chinese life by Chester American author was produced at the Lyric theater last night and met with success. Papers acclaim it as fascinating poverty and the show drew public interest. Mineral Water proclaimed as the finest in the west invites patrons to try it. J W Phille sit W Eighth Bt advertises the drink.

J. W. Phille Sit W. Eighth London Chester Lyric Theater Ose Iperease Ayer

New Alignment Proposed to Unite Opposing Parties in 1900

Ex United States Senator W A Potter writes in the Topeka Advocate that fusion like 1890 is unlikely and favors a new arrangement. He suggests two propositions: gold standard supporters unite across affiliations, and Republicans cannot be defeated without cross‑party unity. He warns that broad alliances between Democrats and Populists are infeasible and urges a feasible plan for permanent opposition unity or to pursue separate paths.

United States W. A. Potter Topeka Advocate Kansas Tsas Friends of the Gold Standard Republican Party Peffer Tn Tsi Timeiartake

Two Years for Arson in Carthage Jury Verdict

A Missouri jury found Josah Mc Donald guilty of arson in a case tied to a farm eviction years earlier. The September fire destroyed an $11,900 orchard and other property. defense argued circumstantial evidence and claimed alibi. The verdict followed a Saturday night trial in Carthage.

Carthage Josah McDonald Areon John Ferren Bowett Defendmena

Typhoid Patient Recovers After Arm Operation in Parkersburg

In Parkersburg West Virginia a typhoid fever patient named Hud Carmichael near Wing underwent a severe operation to save his life. Surgeons Des Bet Cairo and Wilton of this place performed the operation Thursday night and report the patient resting easy with signs of improvement.

Parkersburg W.va Pennstero Ruchle County Hud Carmichael Des, Bet Cairo Wilton

Grain-O: A Coffee Substitute For Delicate Stomachs

An advertising notice promotes Grain-O as a safe coffee substitute for weak stomachs and children. It claims near indistinguishability from coffee, a price of 15 and 25 cents per package, and urges readers to ask for Grain-O at Geo. W. Stansfield and Miller's Pharmacy. It also touts a worm remedy and health restoration claims.

White Geo W. Stansfield Kan. Ave Miller's Pharmacy Cor Topeka Ave

Spain and United States Seek Peaceful Cuba Settlement

Madrid reports Marshal Tlanco says he favors calm for Cuba and Spain backs peaceful mediation. Spain hopes U S action will be loyal and correct and to halt violations of international law while warning that Cuban talks require U S restraint to succeed.

Madrid Marshal Tlanco Cuba Syvenien Spain United States Saya Elly Marshal Vianco Havana Ir Fa

Falls Not Harmful Rocks Myth Claims Safe River Passage

From Louisville Nov 2 an alleged discovery by U S Engineer Capt Henry Dugan and Capt Dan Varble challenges the long held belief that rocks and rapids near the Falls at Ohio River posed deadly danger. They say no dangerous rocks exist and steamboats could pass with no pilot danger. Six pilots are licensed for the dangerous course but the observers found no rocks and suggest safe passage without special steering expertise.

Ohio River Loustville Anyme United States Henry Dugan Dan Varble Tally Pitots Dugen Varbie Captin Dugan

French Betting Income and Madagascar Budget Notes

The report states French government income from racecourse betting reached 1.5 million francs this year, while the current budget allocates two million for Madagascar administration with a supplementary appropriation of 3.5 million. Separately, a patent medicine ad promotes Herbine for liver relief and Cascarets for constipation, mentioning addresses in Topeka.

Frances Bettine Madaguacar Geo W. Stansfield Kan Miller's Pharmacy Cor Topeka Ave

Ole Olson at Crawford theater promises reduced prices

Local drama notes two special features with lower prices and a Clevelander on the stage. The comedy stars John Laeawon as Perribje Swede and arrives at Crawford theater next Saturday, while The Girl From Burks follows, centered on Mr Moneycumb’s ventures in Paris and Switzerland. The Wages of Sin played last night and drew a decent crowd. A Tramps Prelude returns to the Grand Opera House with a modest audience and mixed reviews.

Ole Olson Tex Son Tieste Gambelunied Burks Mr. Moneycumb Paris Dinels Helv Jolie Ron Bon Switzerland Kote McWueky A & Sontehraan Hixwith Jule Tollier Crawford Theater Paixes 1 Crawford Rheaser Acta Patene Toveka

Kansans See Denver Excursion Draws Large Kansas Group

Denver Nov 3 Two trains of Kansas excursionists visiting Denver attracted about 500 people, primarily farmers and families. The city offered sights and entertainment as the return train carried tired travelers who rode overnight. Vendors reported brisk sales at theaters and shops, with Kansans hoping for future low-fare trips to Denver.

Denver Kansas Inenver

Fight on Butler Opponents Ready for Contest in St Louis

Fort Worth reports Milton Parke, chair of the Populist action committee, plans to meet in St Louis in November to decide the effort to replace Marion Butler as national chairman. Parke, trusted by ex Governor Waite and Col John McAndrews, alleged to oppose Butler, will seek aid to oust him.

Fort Worth Milton Parke St. Louis Marion Butler Parks Waite John McAndrews Texas Colorado Walte McAndrews Butler Parka Peerlesa

Fit to Be a Minister in Chicago Cleared for Jane Addams

Chicago ministers urge Jane Addams toward ordination as Rev Jane Addams to baptize children marry and lead in gospel work. Dr Thorning favors ordination by Liberal Congress of Religions as Addams weighs the impact on Hull House duties and public justice. She notes her life work remains at Hull House and would preach only when it fits her mission.

Chicago Jane Addams Few Throne Council of the Liberal Congress of Religions Stedgehit Hull Hause Miss Addins Jenkin Lloyd Jones

Postal Banks Popular Rise Prompts Savings Reform Talk

London reports a dramatic rise in deposits across five English savings banks totaling about 30 million dollars more than last year. Officials fear wealthy savers use false names to bypass 1,000 pound limits and argue for reducing deposit interest rates to curb gains while harming the poor. Local steam laundry ad notes appear at the end.

London Isterpet United Kingdom

Illinois Supreme Court Rules Expert Testimony Free of Special Fee

The Illinois Supreme Court affirms a lower court ruling that a physician may render expert testimony without a special fee. Dr. M Dixon, tied to a case about injuries from an accident, faced contempt and a fine when he refused to testify without a professional fee. The decision settles that expert testimony should not require a special compensation fee.

Olinois Supreme Court Springfield Supreme Court Dixon Sangaraon Coline M. Dixon Aldewalic Tnd Lth Dison Opinionae

Bottled milk prices hit new highs amid looming scarcity

Reported increases in bottled milk costs as shortages tighten supply. Chicago dairy dealers warn of limited availability and rising delivery charges, with tactics to curb demand by rationing and limiting daily service. Prices are expected to climb steadily as stockpiles dwindle and consumer access narrows.

Five Men Severely Lashed at the Old Fall Yard Dover Del

Dover Del nov witnesses described the whipping of five men at the old fall yard. Names include Ilyn Gen, Samdul Granker, George Dencbe, Lewis Johnson, and Samuel Granger. The punishment for larceny was 15 lashes to 26 lashes with blood flowing freely, some tied to the pillory. a sheriff’s cowhide struck hard. The event drew mixed crowds as officials enforced penalties in harsh, public fashion. Separately, the Seventh Rite Masons plan a reunion in Topelen with about 40 visitors and meals prepared in a vacant W A A room. Also, the Cattle Company announced a shipment of 1,609 cattle to Denver, the largest from the area.

Old Fall Yard Dover Del Golph Mallog Miri Rod Lewin Charles Purnell Barmuel Granger Addison Oflinn Topelen VT. A. A Furmars Baker Camwell Californm

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