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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 07, 1898

Page

3

Coal Price Edges Up By Fifty Cents A Ton

New York reports a pending coal pricing shift as Morgan cites a 50 cent per ton advance. A meeting of coal carrying codes leaders in New York aims to discuss the situation and potential antitrust issues. The move follows months of attempts to align railroad and coal price structures amid mounting speculation and alleged price maintenance.

Morgan New York Seebard Chin B. Lily & Punterinus Raiiroad Tretaware Lurkewannin Delaware Larkawanna Western Sil Trust Iblus

Strike of Edwin Gould Factory Workers In New Jersey

One hundred Hungarian girls employed at a match factory in Passaic New Jersey protested wage cuts. They would work for a cent a day and faced pay scales higher than typical for similar work. Gould and supervisors faced unrest over health measures including proposed dental work for workers. The strike reflects tensions over wages and safety in a hazardous industry.

Edwin Gould New York Nationaire Gtria Gould

Continental Match Company Rebuilds Teeth for 300 Workers

In a surprising move amid heated debates over poultry and sovereignty, the Continental Match firm led by Mr Gould undertook medical work to repair the teeth of 300 workers and their wives. The project cost several hundred dollars and drew mixed reactions.

Peranial Ubulrty Suraptuary Gmployes Continental Match Company Gould

Whitney's Influence in Campain Clash Between World and Croker

The article examines Whitney's role in reshaping the New York World's stance against and then for Richard Croker. It notes Whitney and Croker's long association, mutual influence with Pulitzer, and the World's shifting editorials as Whitney aligns with or prompts Croker’s political action.

New York World Richard Croker Tammany Asgusity Ford Tammany Besa Croker William C. Whitney Mr. Whitney Mr. Croker Mr. Pulitzer Han Leen

Swift's New Residence Chiefs Thanksgiving Dinner

Chicago November 7 G P Swift head of Swift & Co will dine in his new home at Forty-ninth street and Billits avenue. A family reunion will bring members from around the world. The residence features pressed Wick terra cotta Bedford stone and ornate trim with many bathrooms and fine woodwork.

Chicago Packer G. PF. Swift Swift & Co Forty-ninth Street Billits Avenue

Grand colonial bullring home to be completed after year long build

A newly finished residence features canvas hung walls, tucco ceilings, and heavy silk tapestries. A grand four filets staircase leads to a ballroom occupying the top floor. Heated by hot water, the basement uses white glazed brick and marble mosaic in the billiard room. The rear barn has recent modern improvements. total cost around 24,000.

Returns Awaited From Riverside Home of W E Stanley

Wichita November 7 W E Stanley will vote tomorrow morning then go to his Riverside home two miles from the city center to receive election returns. His home is connected by wire to city and long distance lines and he will sit in his library among family and a few friends. Stanley has averaged two speeches daily since August 1 and three daily in the last two weeks, a record in Kansas politics.

W.E Stanley Riverside Wichita W. E. Stanley Drr Stanley Kansas Wil L

Election Day Weather Forecast Across Regions

Washington Nov 7 The Weather Bureau issues a special forecast for election day rain expected from the middle Atlantic to New England states and upper Ohio valley with rain or snow in the Mississippi and Ohio basins and western lake region. Colder conditions follow Tuesday. Fair in western districts and the South.

Washington Hocky Mountains Weather Bureau Middle Atlantic New England Ohio Valley Easter Lake Missiesiips Ohio Western Lake Region Ovacey Mississippi Luis L. Moord

Favors Canals in Germany Lift to Freight Rates

Consul Monog Bax reports to the state department on Germanys canal system and water power. He notes two canals under construction and says canalization reduces freight costs, boosts industrial output, and supports Kaisers claim that the empire future lies in water power and efficient transmission from mountain streams.

Washington Monog- Bax Cheranis State Department Germany Nord Hapdis

Consul Grinnell Reports Philippines Cuba Annexation

Consul Grinnell informs the State Department of formal annexation of the Philippines and Cuba to the United States. He exports September 1859 show total goods worth 19,043 from other districts versus 152,035 the prior year, due mainly to white and pointed cotton woods shipped to the United States.

Washington Grinnell Philippines Cuba United States State Department Manila Porto Rico

Charge of Blackmail Involving Presidential Consular Appointee

New York report states William A. Foore, staying at Grenvale hotel with wife Je Moore, arrested on charges of attempted extortion and blackmail. Prosecution alleges a bid to extort $5,000 from Martin Mohen, operator of the Sew Amatonium hotel, over his consular appointment by President Kinler to Durban, India. Salem, Oregon Justice Court to review.

York William A. Foore Grenvale Hotel Je Moore Martin Mohen Pt Amt Moore Dentesston Kinler Billies Cual Durban Indian ‘River Bouth Africa Io Mpreme Cau Oregon Salem Tvet

Doctor Sharp Dies After Illness at 77

Dr Christopher Sharp a physician known in Cincinnati Lexington Ky and Indian Spells died of pneumonia yesterday aged 77 while in New York. Mrs A S Winslow a Cincinnati resident died today at the Gleazy House of apoplexy aged 74.

Sharp New York Christopher Sharp Cincinnati Lexington A. S. Winslow Glisey House

Burglary Suspect Captured After Nolled Attack on Domestic

Anna Daiben, a 5'6" 120-pound domestic for F C Gay at 714 Harrison Street, awoke Sunday to a masked intruder who tried to choke her. She fought back, the assailant fled down stairs where he fell, and she led police to Joe Coats, a known offender, tied to the hat found at the scene. Coats, previously jailed and tied to the burglary, was surrounded at a Gage farm residence and surrendered to officers within hours.

Anna Daiben F.C. Gay Harrison Street Anna Daihen Ashe Anna Dahlen Anna Mr. Gay Owens Donovan Strauss Lucas Mayes McCoy Coats Gage Farm Ety Coute P. G. Noet Gay Anna Dathen Mr Gay Anna Dalhen Teller Tran

Mysterious Disappearance of Chicago Merchant

Edger V McConkey a former South Water Street commission merchant was lured from his Wilmet street home yesterday afternoon at 630 and has not been heard from since. His family suspects kidnapping for blackmail or possible foul play by former business associates. A telephone summons to the Upton pharmacy led him to answer and exit with two men aboard a street car. Police and relatives fear for his safety as no trace has emerged. The Times Herald notes the case as a puzzling abduction with motives unclarified and danger presumed by his wife and mother.

Chicago Times-Herald Rays Edger V. McConkey South Water Street Wilmot Street Kid McConkey Upton Pharmacy Milwaukee Oakley Avenues

Japan to prohibit coast fishing and hunting near Japan

Seattle dispatches report from November 2 that Japanese advices say seal and otter hunters will be barred from fishing and hunting off the Japanese coast before the fleet sails next year. The move aims to promote deep sea fishing and may become effective under treaties taking effect next year.

Seattle Japan

Miss Edna McClintock Injured In Buggy Accident In To- Deka

Miss Edna McClintock, a prominent To- Deka social figure, was seriously hurt when a skeleton harnessed buggy without breeching crashed on Harrison Street. She fractured both bones above the left ankle after being thrown from the seat as the horse spooked and the vehicle struck a curb. Drs. McGuire and Munn treated her. she remains confined after a nervous shock and weeks of healing ahead.

Bana McClintock Edna McClintock To- Deka McGifin Ninth and Harrison Streets Rusworth Haurrinon Street McGiffin State House Miss McClnteck Eighth and Harrison Streets Mr. McGiffin Biss McClintock Bien School Miss McClintock Surrey West Tenth Street McGuire Munn Mr McGiffin

Death to Red Shirts in Wilmington Riot Fears

Wilmington cries of racial tension spread amid rumors of armed white and black groups. Officials report no clashes yet and troops are on standby as residents fear a flare up, with reports of midnight drills and martial atmosphere across the city.

Atlanta Wilmington N. C Wilmington Ight Tilva mMerit

Jefferson's Case Signals Danger to Actor's Health

Joseph Jefferson, due to chronic throat trouble aggravated by a severe cold, was unable to leave his room for at least a week after a consultation of physicians. He had planned to perform in Rip Van Winkle at the Fifth Avenue Theater in New York.

New York Joseph Jefferson Fifth Avenue Theater

Stranded couple in Topeka beg aid on crosscountry journey

An elderly couple identifying as Mr and Mrs George H Helfer are stranded in Topeka while traveling from Albert Lea Minnesota to Memphis. After their horse died near Mankato they bartered gear for a worn buggy and now face costly repairs. They appeal to Mrs Thorpe for help to raise funds.

George H Helfner Memphis, Tenn George H. Helfer Topeka Memphis Albert Lea Minnesota Mankato St Alvert Lea

Mother's Friend Promoted for Safe Childbirth in Virginia

A Victorian era advertisement touts Mother's Friend as the only external remedy for expectant mothers six months before confinement. It claims internal medicines are dangerous and humbugs, urging readers to buy a 51 bottle or mail order from The Bradfield Regulator Co. in Atlanta, Georgia.

Virginia Bradfield Regulator Co Atlanta

Furniture styles in rich woods for sale

In golden birch oak mahogany or bird's eye maple we offer large quantities and graceful shapes to suit the most fastidious. Chiffoniers are enlarged dressers, roomier and more useful. Prices range from five dollars to five hundred fifty dollars.

Old Confederate Soldier Seeks Help After Warned Out

A wounded, fragmentary plea describes a Confederate veteran and his wife fleeing after being warned off nine weeks ago. They planned to go toward their son in Metphle, hoping to continue as long as their old horse can carry them, fearing disbelief from others.

Metphle

Political Gossip Shapes Kansas Campaign Quietly

The report details factional splits among Democrats led by Buck Miller and Ea Whipple, the push for Mort Albaugh as private secretary and Jim Simpson for railroad commissioner, and Cy Leland’s influence to back Bailey for Congress. It notes Republican gains, large sums from Lucien Becker, bets at Eagle’s cigar store, and county tallies predicting Stanley’s Shawnee majority.

Lit Crum Mort Albaugh Jim Simpson Cy Teland Frank Brown Dave Aiulvane Marshal Sterne

Politician Claims No Mistakes From Bee In Election Ticket

The passage notes a politician asserting the bee never erred in remarks while the Republican ticket seeks victory. Secretary Frank Brown is named for the board of commissioners in case the Republican slate wins.

The Bee Weakners Frank Brown Watts Board of

Aguinaldo a Factor in the Philippine Matter

A Washington dispatch reports Alijo r Simpson saying Emilio Aguinaldo’s forces show sentiment among U S troops for possible action. He notes Aguinaldo’s troops may gain leverage and that insurgent chiefs are increasingly active. The piece discusses impact on Manila and U S policy.

New York the Herald Washington Alijor Simpson Mterkier Manila Theuth Amulnalte United States Iehin Liuwow Sonteul Agulpuldo Losen Syarlaeite Acuinaldo Mamiin

MISS ADDAMS Joins Tolstoi Aid Movement in Chicago

Miss Jane Addams of Chicago accepted a committee role to mobilize support for the Tolstoy movement aiding persecuted Russians. She has raised funds in the city for the general fund, with a November sale noted. Donors are directed to Gallows Morrison and two addresses listed for contributions and contact.

Chicag Jane Addams House Chileago Tee Eppatniad Nog Canada Colonioa Bor Cenutt Tulietol

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