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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 11, 1897

Page

5

Reform School Labor Ties to Politics Undermine Authority

The State Reform School faces demoralization as staff and officials align with political pull rather than merit, prompting reshuffles, threats of resignations, and calls for Hart’s removal. Governor Leedy's stalled plans to appoint Hart and ongoing factional pressure highlight discipline and governance turmoil within the institution.

Tebel- Hongmainat Uke J. M. Hurt Hurt Fred Bouers J. W. Sudtgorn Tambordin Wharttles Art Wiberireti Emplexia Tyr Tower Noferta Mart Helne Prope Bome Ni Hart Leedy Hart Reform School Jett Imap Mat Matt Tintern Wheeler Asm Habdtal Oomkngunnie Britton Huirt Tefure

Cry for Recognition Dominates Stafford Central Committee

Readers are presented with a garbled account of complaints and factional disputes within Stafford County’s central committee. The piece mentions accusations about leadership, calls for reform, and tensions over endorsements and perceptions of loyalty, without clear names or dates.

Geta New Microscope For Horticultural Society

The plate horticultural society received from Hochester a per rial microscope to assist expert examinations of orchards and other horticultural products. It will help determine the character and effect of various destructive pests. Previously investigations were done without instruments. The microscope adds a vital element to expected future research and demonstrations.

Geta Plate Horticultural Society Hochester

Topeka Flower Show Delayed To Spring Rose Fiesta

The State Amateur Floral Society postponed the fall show to next spring, planning a Rose Fiesta around roses. Members debated a larger display in May, with a new garden near Thirteenth and Clay streets and a small artificial lake, enriching civic park plans. The next meeting date awaits executive committee determination.

Amatur Flora Society Revier TL. W. Roby Bait Wan Jl Ewikblich

Lawsuit and Editorial Clash Over Court Attacks

A Topeka letter denounces the Capital for publishing a digest of a suit against Kansas Loan and Trust and Trust Company of America. It laments editorial strikes on reputation, defends courts, and notes prior suits and settlement efforts. Ends with broader critique of journalism and legal process.

The State Journal Capital Xeare Kansas Loan and ‘Trust Companys Trust Company of America Wiscons Teo Plier Sane Sone Kiko Merct Clerd Ware @ Gleed Phila Glesd, Ware & Cleo Gleed, Ware & 4 i Newepepers Hotel Loan and Treat Company Trust America Glerd. Ware & Gleed Topeka Karas

Topeka Commercial Club Fosters New Woolen Mill and Excursions

A Topeka Commercial Club meeting outlined three major progressive projects for Greater Topeka. Plans include opening a woolen mill with a Thanksgiving or New Year opening, initiating city shopping excursions from a 50 mile radius, and promoting a new bridge, with committees formed to coordinate transportation and local trade development.

Topeka Toeka Greater Topeka Topeke HH Crosby Edward Wikler Selmare Althouh EB. Creeley Edward Wilder Bo Wilder—Fett J.P Mr. Cromby Mr. Whitler Mr. Davis Kis Sans Crosby J. PB Davis Wilder Eal Crosby Gresniwald Croaby Black The Santa Fe Toneka Kelzer St. Joe Mackennan Joe Udain Gedard JP. Davie Crosty W. St Hall J. Mal

Topeka Bridge Dedication Plans With committee to organize event

Local meeting discusses advertising the new bridge in Topeka and plans for a formal dedication after completion. Proposals include public addresses music ornate illumination and a deluxe excursion for the ceremony. Efforts aim to attract eastern interest with a modern durable and beautiful structure.

Rane W. E. Thomas D. J. Greenwald Geo W Crane Weir Hoal i Holly Paxton AL Wright- Culley Mr Wilder Topeka Topeta Hax Dunbern Wilder Emiati Ubeclts Elliott Mat Hal Wo Nebewanger Thie Cars Viele Morrisham

Richard Cleveland Named Heir in River Honor

The article notes the naming of Richard Cleveland as heir, citing the choice to honor Mrs. Cleveland’s father. Readers in Princeton and Nev. react to the historic decision as the birth of the young heir to Grover Cleveland’s line draws public attention.

Princeton N.J Grover Cleveland Senda Richard Fotsony Chewtay Ther Grover Clevelond Cleveland

Beer clubs in Texas declared unconstitutional

The Texas Court of Appeals at Georgetown struck down the cold storage law from the last legislature. It forbade storing intoxicating liquor for others and taking orders for others, with penalties of 100 to 500 dollars and up to 100 days in jail. The ruling effectively shut beer clubs in border towns.

Texas Georgetown Tex Etime Inel

Meadow the Meadow Hewn Farm Sold for Benevolent Purpose

In Mattoon Illinois on November 1 the Meadow Hewn Farm of 2,? acres, long under Mekedon ownership, was sold for 7,150 dollars to Grand Clef BoM arthur. Funds go to the Brotherhood of L. to support widows and orphans. The sale aims to establish a home for dependent engineers, with competition noted in the sale.

Mattoon Arthur

Police Court Case in Landen Nevada and Global Mediation Efforts

A fragment describes a police court case in Landen Nevada involving a German detainee held after an arrest and fine. It notes a German detainee named Linders and a young German arrestee fined 48 dollars and imprisoned for resisting a policeman. It also mentions Britain offering mediation. The piece briefly shifts to a Washington scene with President McKinley hosting Canadian premier Laurier in the White House, with British envoy and experts present, described as a formal visit.

Landen, Nev Aroneerin Coreanendent Daily Telegraph Presilest Tirasius Augustin Simon Sam Vay- 4 Herr Linders Foreign Office Sdds Great Britain McHintey Washington McKinley Wilfrid Laurier Canada While House Sheman Wilfrid Dultian Pauncerote Luis Daves Thompson Seul Kionfiike Borges and Pitts

Topeka Sees New 7s Gun Club Formation

A Topeka item notes the organization of a new gun club, with other brief items: Albert Watkins travels to Kingman on legal business, the Salvation Army hospital cares for unwell patients, a telephone installed at Kan-S89 Medical College, and local civic notices including church meetings and tax delinquency actions.

Topeka Albert Watkins Kingman Salvation Army Hospital D. J. Greenwald Tota Parkdale Kame G. J. Mulvane Indian Territory J. G. Ward Mexico Charles Lane Harvey Richland W. A. Evens Pafehta Orthert Brethren Church Fale ‘Wid Phillips County Hutchinvor H. Delaunay Thyman A. Ouborn G. Stewart Xewis MT. Everett Dalawin ‘Ee Parkdate Mian Getizade Wyatt Geyuty Register of Deeds Janes Wickhee Partnersia Kansas Weil Charles M. Sheldon Central Congregational Church W. J1. Barnes State Horticultural Society Southern Kaneas Horticultural Society Arkansas City Confelt Wisl K. WU Kaneas City

Fire conflict on Thessalian frontier reported by Vienna press

The New Freie Presse says Greek bands crossed the Thessalian frontier between Diskat and Temontir and were repulsed by Turkish forces. Turks reportedly captured many invaders and took 124 rifles and 170,000 cartridges from the Greeks.

Vienna Freie Presre Constantinople Thessalian Diskat Temontir Lalse

Weyler Welcomed Home With Planned Madrid Demonstration

In Madrid on November 11 officials say the American reply to Spain’s note shows major efforts to prevent further disturbances. It is reported the Monterrat carrying Lieutenant General Weyler will dock at Sotilla, with a formal ovation planned including a luncheon and fireworks. Socialists reportedly plan a counter demonstration.

Madrid Len United States Corrona Monterrat Weyler General Weyler

Theatrical Managers Fight Hayman Syndicate Clash

New York reports a secret meeting of theater managers forming a united front to oppose the Hayman syndicate. Measra Bennett and Keogh led the effort, seeking six routes by December 1 and a central New York office to coordinate bookings while allowing each house to reject assignments. The plan aims to lower prices and directly compete with Hayman controlled theaters.

New York Unis City Hayman Syndlone Measra, Bennett Pittsburg Star Theater Boston Philiadelphia Keogh Davis & Keogh Sack” Kahn Jessee Columbus Theater Alles Elghteen Bawlers Chicase Aed Centes County Motion Ti¢Y Ha ¥Man

Turkish ambassador in Berlin dismissed after debts flee

Berlin dispatch reports Galilee Bay, the Turkish ambassador to Berlin, left his post without leave due to nine months of unpaid salary and creditor harassment. He was dismissed by the sultan upon arriving in Constantinople. Pwefk Pasha named provisional successor as Servin minister.

Berlin Frankfort Constantinople Galilee Bay Pont Canse Pwefk Pasha Servin

New Great South American Kidney Cure Promises Quick Relief

An old newspaper fragment touts a remedy called the New Great South American Kidney Cure claiming rapid relief for bladder and kidney pain, water retention, and urinary discomfort in men and women. It lists Geo W Stansfield and Sim Drug Co of Topeka, Kansas as sellers and mentions other local products and stock sales.

Geo. W. Stansfield Kansas Ave Sim Drug Co Topeka Kan Robert Stone Trambyifs

Cheers for Hanna at Boston Market Club dinner

The Home Market Club of Boston applauded Hanna at its annual dinner. A lengthy program praised his leadership and discussed economic policy, including trade and protectionism, amid cheers and references to McKinley’s administration. Several speakers defended free trade while noting political shifts.

Homes Market Club Boston Sally Erik Conerestinin Neon A. Dngiee Maine Charlee AL Isvi Jee Pe Deliver Inven Henathr Longrsnals Dogiey Deere

Miss Willard Announces Personal Fund for Temple Property

Chicago on November 11 Misa Frusived Willard president of the Woman's Christian Temperance Union says she will pay from her own money to seed a 200000 fund. The aim is to control temple property by temperance women and ensure a memorial trust guiding the enterprise revived as a pride of all.

Chicago Misa Willard W.ct U

Fire Hits Midneshero Foundry and Machinery Works

The blaze destroyed the plant and machinery at the Midneshero foundry and machine works, erected for about 110000 dollars, with total loss near 500000 dollars. Affected contracts for refinery machinery were interrupted, and the fire’s cause remains under investigation. The Grand Opera House fire event, attended by Malred Chasen, was also noted.

Miamosper Midneshero Fwandry Ja Machine Works Exnigleyli Are Yesterdas Emi Ly Machinery Baelinhep Hal Enmerel

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