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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 04, 1899

Page

6

Corner in broom corn traps market with 20000 tons traded

Chicago reports a broom corn corner led by W L Faynboom and A J Win with partners from several states. The Union Broom Supply Co. is formed in Chicago to handle grain, buying up stock at 70 to 110 dollars per ton. Market experts predict sharp price rises and potential million dollar gains as demand soars.

Chicago W. L. Faynboom A. J. Win G. & Turbot Thomas Lynne Aropia Oncar J. Merkie Paris F. F. Mer Loulxelite Augustus Rowenp

Sharkey Victory Sealed After Heated Bout at Cuney Island

After the contest Tat praises Sharkey as the hardest and best foe yet and vows to seek rematches. He cites heat from lights and floor gore as factors, and notes his injured left hand hindered the later rounds. Sharkey says two of Tat’s rights were broken and Tom would pursue another match, while Tat hints the public will demand a rematch from him as well.

Cuney Island Sen Tat Sharkey T Barlly Ovt Ray Tom Jeffries Otourke Tor

Would Go to Africa Light on Patent Office Recruiting

A November report from Washington describes the U S Patent Office briefly acting as a recruiting hub for South Africa bound volunteers. Chief clerk Theil kulll and staff faced questions about an advertisement inviting able bodied men with military experience to apply, with officials referring inquiries to Commissioner Greeley as an investigation was prepared.

Washington Patent Guetay Theilkeuhl Patent Office Theildkull Thellkulll South Africa

Hamlin Garland to Wed in Kansas City Event

Chicago reports Hamlin Garland the well known author of Life and Stories is to marry Miss Zulets Taft in a wedding planned for November 3 at the home of Professor Tar in Husaver Kansas.

Chicago Mov Hamilin Garland Stortye Mies Zulets Taft Husaver Kensas Tar

Welcome Home Arch Festooned With War History Pictures

A grand banquet marked the welcome home celebration with a large arch on UK Street. The structure featured pictures of Funstan, Metcalf, and company HK members, plus depictions of the city’s Spanish war history. It was lit with red, white, and blue lights in the evening.

Sebiet Funstan Metcalf Company HK

Leavenworth Welcomes Company with Parade and Banquet

Leavenworth on November 4 hosted a jubilant welcome for a visiting company. A parade through the city featured Sixth Cavalry and First Infantry units plus veterans from G A R and United Confederates, with cadets, police, fire crews, and civic groups in carriages. The group gathered at Turner Hall for a banquet, with music and speeches by prominent locals and ex U S Senator Caliweh Col. Dh Anthony Sr. Capt Albright received loud cheers as he thanked Leavenworth for the warm reception and spoke of the companys movements.

Leavenworth Union News Turner Trooty A.V. P. Anderson G. A. RB Platte City United Confederate Veterans Camden Point Albright Timer Hall Empharis Camden Puint Cader Vnins Tony Gincoming United States Caliweh Col. Dh. Anthony Sr Capt. Albright

Salina’s Ovation for Company M after return home

Salina decorates in honor of Company M of Twentieth Kansas. A 1 o’clock parade drew thousands along the line of march. In the evening a reception at the Masonic temple followed by banquet and dance, with exercises described as appropriate.

Salina Twentieth Kansas Masonic Temple

Welcome Home Corporal Ed Long From War

Nov 4. The town welcomed Corporal Ed Long of company L Twentieth Kansas with speeches by Henry Lyman Griges E Robertson and Guy Parley. Long shared tales from the Philippines before presenting a gold watch. The Mel-Vern band played stirring music and the crowd exploded with enthusiasm.

Soldiers Return to Fort Scott Crowd in Hero Welcome

Fort Scott on November 4 welcomed Company F with about 20,000 residents lining the depot and streets. Children helped manage the crowd as whistles and bells sounded. A guard of honor from the G A R escorted the soldiers to the courthouse lawn where each received two tickets for a banquet before a dinner and a Davidson theater welcome.

Fort Scott Topeka Court House Davidson Theater

Fredonia's Welcome for Wilson County Troops Returns

Fredonia on November 4 hosted Wilson County members of Company G Twentieth Kansas who arrived with General Dornbitter and Mayor Hubbell after Topeka celebrations. They processed to the Santa Fe depot with G. A. R. and Relief corps officers, band, soldiers, and Company M Kansas National heroes. A banquet will be held Wednesday for these war scarred heroes.

Fredonia Wilson County Twentieth Kansas B. Dornbitter Hubbell Topeka Santa Fe Kansas

Soldier parade in Minneapolis honors Twentieth Kansas unit

On November 4 in Minneapolis the Santa Fe train brought members of the Twentieth Kansas unit. Citizens gathered in the public square as soldiers were escorted through the city by a crowd bearing flowers. The pageant reflected a solemn community welcome with local schoolchildren presenting blooms.

Minneapolis Santa Fe Schoale

Welcome by Mayor W. D. Thormpson Opens Event at Smuts Ball

The short address by Mayor W. D. Thormpson was followed by a feast at Smuts Ball for the boys. In the afternoon the courthouse packed to capacity with brief speeches by Judge J. Fie Hon Retse Captain Shaantes Helen Packet and county superintendent. The band and glee chorus provided music while First Sergeant John L. King of Company M spoke in response, drawing on incidents from a citizen goiter case.

W. D. Thormpson Smuts Fie Hon Retse Shaantes Helen John L. King Company M Sim

Fitzsimmons Sees Jeffries Win Payoff in Championship Talk

In lively postfight comments Fitzsimmons praises Jeffries victory, doubts the referee’s call, and signals he will pursue a rematch. He argues the outcome favored Jeffries and contemplates future bouts, while noting public reaction and the broader boxing scene surrounding the championship.

Sharkey Contends Referee Robbed Him in Jeffries Bout

Sharkey told reporters that he would seek 35,000 for a rematch with Jeffries after alleging the decision was a robbery and that Jeffries fouled him repeatedly. Sharkey claimed Jeffries wrestled and relied on rough tactics, while referee George Siler praised Jeffries as the cleaner fighter and predicted a long career ahead despite Sharkey’s protest.

Ter Tom Pine Sharkey Jeffries Tam Fitzsimmons Siler Jeriy New York Onesie Tataa George Siler

Lake Steamer Collision Under Harbor Lights Near Chicago

A collision between the lake steamers Lehigh and Lewiston occurred under Chicago Harbor lights near the Long Breakwater. Damage ran an estimated $25,000 with both vessels spared from sinking by inches. Signals were misunderstood, then the Lewiston struck the Lehigh causing severe hull damage and splintered timbers.

Chicago Stegmars Lehigh Lewiston Lehigh

Central Kansas coursing meet wraps after three days

Abilene Kan Nov 4 The Central Kansas coursing meet ends after three days with several fouls in the stakes. Purses were shared among winners including entries from Hunts of Cottonwood, Been, and Ueton with notable dogs Siesta and Clay Genter among top placers as the meet closes amid high hopes for next year.

Abilone Kan Kansas Seare Iy Hunts Af Ser Honma Ateri Ueton Rot Piwete Po Henle Star Puaniter Farnese Deliran Rite Esausod Siesta Dadsiyo

Foraker fears Jones denting Republican prospects this fall

Senator J B Foraker says he has fears for the Republican ticket due to sentiment for Mayor Jones, the non partisan candidate. He notes Jones is gaining traction especially in Cincinnati where workers show support, with labor interviews indicating 2 percent favoring Nash and Sean. He cautions the spread could hurt overall party prospects.

Toledo Nev J. B. Foraker Nash Jones Cincinnati Cincinnat Sean

Revolting Cruelty Sparks Divorce Suit in Shawnee County

Mrs Mary BG Stumbaugh files for divorce from George W. Stumbaugh in district court through Harvey and Harvey counsel. She cites cancer, prolonged illness, and alleged neglect including refusal to hire care for her, seeking an injunction to prevent disposal of property. She claims ownership of 80 acres valued at 3500 and a family homestead worth about 0,000 with other assets, while naming The bon, F. Stumbaugh as defendant.

Mary BG. Stumbaugh Shawnee County District Court Ber Sttorneys Harvey & Harvey George W. Stumbaugh Stumbaugh Hopkins Bon

Did Cy Write Who Sent Praise in Funston Letter

John Steele, Twentieth Kansas Wa correspondent, told a Copeland county crowd that a man from Troy sent a letter claiming credit for Funston’s promotions. The audience pressed for the name, and Steele refused, saying only that the author’s address was Troy. Pension Agent Cy Leland was the person presumed but was not present.

John Steele Troy Funston Kansas Wa Copeland Mr. Steele Charles F. Scott Steele Cy Leland

Double Liability Law Judge Decision In Bank Case

Jefferson City Mo November 4 Judge Phillips of the federal court today issued an opinion in the case of Perry T Deweese receiver of the First National Bank of Sedalia against stockholders to collect the last 26 percent under the double liability law for national banks. The judge held that the comptroller must determine needed funds to meet all claims and levy an assessment to cover them at once, and that once collected and dispersed this bars further assessments.

Jefferson City Phillips Federal Court Today Perry T. Deweese First National Bank of Sedalia Philips

Steamer Goes Ashore Near Frying Pan Shoal

Wilmington dispatch reports the steamer Gathering Whiting captained by Aller tom Saulia ran ashore 24 miles south of Frying Pan Shoal while the crew of seven aboard battled rough seas. The vessel grounded on the nose and drifted ashore with all hands safe.

Wilmington Aller Tom Saulia George Rew Tock Frying Pan Shoak

Increase Our Fleet In South American Waters

New York dispatch reports the Dolphin will sail Sunday for La Guayra Venezuela. The government plans to maintain a strong South American presence to safeguard American interests. No word from Minister Sporis in Caracas or Commander Hemphill on the Hernandes revolt. De Castro’s faction remains de facto without formal recognition until a majority accept the new administration’s laws.

New York Lorg la Guayra Venezuela Sporis Caracas Hemphill Detroit Hernandes de Castro

Troops Swim River and Capture Bong Bong

Chase's Third Cavalry and River's Fourth Cavalry crossed a river to surround Bong Bong garrison and enter the town. The enemy escaped, six rifles and a quantity of ammunition were captured. Castner's scouts skirmished with insurgents near Allugra, killing five.

Chase Bong Bong Manila Chanse Fourth Cavalry Castner Allugra

Oldest Catholic Bishop Dies in Vermont at 83

Burlington Vermont November 4 Right Rev Louis de Goesbriand bishop of Burlington died last night after a long decline He was the United States oldest Catholic bishop at 83 and had served 69 years after his ordination He retired in 1892 requesting a coadjutor bishop be appointed for the diocese

Burlington Louis de Goesbriand Vermont United States

Woman Burns Self In Clinton Home Tragedy

In Clinton Illinois Mrs H G Beatty wife of a local businessman died in her rented home after a fire engulfed her clothing. Authorities believe melancholia contributed and she was alone at the time. The blaze started while she sat in a chair, leaving question about motive and details.

Clinton Clinton, Il H. G. Beatty

Jersey Lily's Latest Husband

London cables report Mrs Langtry and Hugo de Bathe have separated amid jealousry rumors. No public comment from either, while society circles dish gossip. Groom’s father Sir Henry de Bathe allegedly expelled his son’s possessions and rewrote a will. de Bathe, shocked by Langtry's liaisons, may lack livelihood. sisters-in-law are wealthy and may fund support this winter.

Jersey Lily London Cable New York Journal de Bathe Langtry Harry Lawson Crossley McCalmont

Fragmentary Stenographer Note From Kansas Report

A garbled stenographic report quotes Ed Tatle of the Twentieth Kansas discussing a five thousand word statement and a brief, unclear remark about events. The text also mentions a heavy frost near New Orleans and weather effects, plus scattered references to strikes and local work resumption in Posner area.

Buny. Co Kansas

Helping Them Out From a Fragmented Breakfast Aid Tale

A condensed Chicago Record item hints at food tablets and reform plans to aid men. It references Joy, carvingite, and work reform aims, suggesting a public welfare or labor issue. The fragment mentions restral and promises relief through nutritional innovation amid reform discussions.

Chicago

Democratic Ideas in Chicago Bulletin Preview

The National Committee plans to express its stance through a Chicago publication. The Bulletin will discuss public questions aligned with the party line and current campaign features. It aims to present ideas faithfully reflecting a majority of committee members.

Chicago Chronicle Zaaus Jo Ogia National Committee

Market Report Indicates Slow Trading and Mixed Movements

Chicago market notes a day of limited trade with farmers selling mostly scalpers as prices faltered. Wheat and cotton show declines while corn receipts rise. grain houses report sparse shipments. Bond and currency markets move steadier with minor shifts, and Union Pacific stock hints at demand ahead. Reports from Topeka and Galveston reflect regional price activity and general market caution.

Chicago Susnenballe Data Almont Cate Zewraer Shade Iiteneer

Market chatter with notes on hogs and foreign buyers

A dated market digest discusses hog prices and speculative demand. It mentions foreign buyers, pension funds, and a cautious outlook for hog and grain markets while noting mixed signals in general trade and investment interest. The report suggests limited appetite and a tepid price environment without clear direction.

Ipesition Wien SagMaster

Market Wheat News From The 1868 Era And Trade Note

A fragmented market report discusses wheat and bread prices in December. It mentions New York trade activity, futures, and milling factors with references to merchants and the broader market mood, including a note on price ranges and shipping considerations.

Paris York Anna

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