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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 15, 1900

Page

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Sells Sensation and Missives Read in Court

A chaotic court session featured lengthy letters from an Australian writer to Mrs Sells, with the defendant named Mrs Civalis. The correspondence, dated 1553 and later years, includes declarations of love and requests to meet, detailing travel, family ties, and hopes of reunion. The letters reference “Queen Mamie,” Australian postals changes, and a long sequence of affectionate missives spanning months and various locations.

Peter Sells St. ‘Fisiem Jontiney Wleipner Groblem Mx Clygne Willams Australia Poe Mame Mary Smith Stampa Tama S Seiky Eyldenon Sydnee Asantpe Jeter Columbar Jett Pion Merica Riviera Atery of Chon Laxromeir A. P Ehlid Saya Chow Harry Belle Esphie Mm K Logan Mire Selis Lyons Téran Hia Enis Tiarey Columbus Eignel Jones Tyres Walt Walter Fhetty Hono Wi Ana Abe Will Angel Mazne Eldeweetheart Mrs. Sells Anele Petra Mr. Lasker Patty Postal Union Tt Ofclock Harvey Peters Biaine Mondain Baby Okicland Ives Maine Columbia Mr. Lyons Willam Bott Pittsburg Catin Friece Barry Sam Goinberg Harry Forins General Budlezier Charles Stewart Purnell Prenchman Sid of Hie Farry Nick

Would Be Judges by Districts If Governor Appoints

Kansas field of supreme court candidates expands across districts with W. H. Stanley’s governorship amid pressure to appoint by congressional district. Names from Fourth Fifth Second and Seventh districts dominate discussion, with John C. Pollock and Frank Martin among rumored selections and Topeka near the center of jockeying for a seat.

Stanley Supreme Court Doster Tulver Johnston Justice Smith John C. Pollock Winfield Frank Martin Hutchinson Houston Whiteside Kansas Reno Wichita T-B. Wall Ludge District Court Henry C Ar. Stanley Sovernor Gonuidet Tf. J. Tone Kanens Howe Aves Clark County Prate County J. Q. Thompson Jamies M. Simpson McPherson Thompson J. M. Simpson State Board of Railroad Commissioners Youn D. Milliken Pherson Harvey County A. L. Greene Elrick GC Cols Great Bend Court of Appeats Miso Imin Wiliam Repiblicasa Falla Postlethwaite Ellis Congress Topeka Wells Beneca Court of Appeals Parsons Buckles Leavenwertt Judes Porter Welch

Benson Seen as Formidable for Kansas Districts

Judge A W Benson of Ottawa, a veteran lawyer and ex judge, is a leading figure in debates on congressional district boundaries. His popularity and status at the Kansas bar boost his position, though Franklin County’s political connections may hurt his prospects. Also mentioned are George Barker of Lawrence and Judge W G Holt of Kansas City as potential contenders.

A. W. Benson Ottawa Kansas Didee Benson Franklin County George Barker Wrence Supreme Court W.G. Holt Kan

Miss Louise Pierpont Morgan Weds Hubert Satterlee at St George's

New York November 15. Miss Louise Pierpont Morgan eldest daughter of J Pierpont Morgan will marry Hubert Livingstone Satterlee this afternoon at St George's church. Rev Den Rainsford will perform the ceremony. The wedding will be a grand affair with lavish gifts and an estimated expenditure over 170000 dollars. The Morgan family plans a large reception at the Morgan mansion with elaborate floral decor and a 2500 invitation count.

New York Louise Pierpont Morgan J. Pierpont Morgan Hubert Livingstone Satterlee St George's Church den Rainsford St. George's Wil Mr. Satterlee den & Satterlee Brie Huggen and & Town Resigence Barker Satteree Morgan St. George's Church Morgan Mansion Palma Mike Morgan Mise Annie T. Morgen de. Rainsfort St. George Meyerbest Jonas Jensen

Postmaster General Seeks $121 Million for Postal Service

Washington announces Charles Emory Smith will ask Congress for about 121 million dollars for the next fiscal year ending June 30. The request includes 3.5 million for rural free delivery, with 4 900 routes already established and plans for broader coverage next year. The service’s success spurs continued expansion to reach areas not served by city free delivery.

Washington Charles Emory Smith Congress Hit Fiscu United States M4 Eral

Appointment of Brigadier General 3 Smith as Manila collector

The Call notes information from San Francisco dated Nov 15 that Brigadier General 3 Smith of the city has been appointed collector of customs at Manila. The official announcement is not yet made, but Gen Smith has been notified and given approval, with Gen Stith now governor of Negros.

San Francisco Smith Manila Stith Philippines Wa Fd Negros

Wages Down As Steel Bar Scale Adjusted In Youngstown

The bi monthly Amal ysed scale committee in Youngstown decided that November and December boiling price should be 4.78 per ton, down from 5 for September and October. Finishers receive a 4 percent reduction.

Youngstown

Sunday Theaters Win in Denver Court Ruling

Denver November 15 The Sunday theaters won a court case over a city ordinance. Justice Thomas ruled the ordinance void, siding with theater operators in the legal challenge. This decision affects Sunday theatrical performances within the city limits.

Denver Dean Hurt Polley Justice Thomas

Salvage of 175000 for Olga incident in San Francisco harbor

In U S district court A. B. Spreckels, 45, agent for ship owners, agreed to salvage the stranded vessel Olga off the harbor entrance for 175000. Weather forecasts from Chicago note map sites and cautions for tonight into Friday with a northeast wind.

San Francisco United States District Court Spreckles Tut Bomba Olga

Bankers and Farmers in Kansas State Meeting Call for Unity

Governor W F Stanley urged bankers and the people to unite for wiser legislation at the Kansas State Bankers' Association gathering in Topeka. Chairman C C K Scoville opened with 20 attendees, and Scott Hopkins praised Stanley, while Ware argued the farmer and banker are interdependent, noting that bankers have evolved with moral growth and that both groups sustain the state’s economy.

C. C.K Scoville Kanas Kansas Scott Hopkins Horton Stanley Hopkins Banks Artner Tin Fk Wtenevion Opert Epera Mr. Ware Topeka Dot Ong Uitte Helean Spencer Just Tabor Cart Mie Tinny Banky France Ani Kwaente Tiies Mary Anenders Ae Prasde Dreaase Fibaoclet Kanaus

Mr Bird Heads To Wichita For Cities Bills Plan

City Attorney Bird travels to Wichita to join Kansas Municipal League attorneys in shaping bills for first class cities. Proposals cover taxation of franchise value, property treatment of franchises, and easing court proceedings for police cases. Leaders expect broader adoption by second and third class cities at upcoming league meeting.

Bird Wichita Municipal League League Kansas City Wichity Ant Alana Et Attorneya Mnay Suniopal Baeun Citien Bt Bupreni Unie Alaty Plantlig Polles Court Topeka Drew Paike Citien Planta Beneft

Way is clear The Nicaragua Canal obstacles removed

Washington Nov. 15 The Nicaraguan minister Senor Jan Luis Corres arrived after a four month absence. He conferred with government leaders about the canal and other matters. He says circumstances have cleared private concerns and direct government discussion of the waterway may begin. He also noted a treaty reached in Mexico City uniting Mexico and Nicaragua in commerce and navigation across fourteen articles.

Nicaragua Canal Washington Nicaragua Senor Jan Luis Corres Morpine Ent Zeinye Ierbers Cotren Mexico City Tor Nichagud Mexico Tlearieua

Immigrants to Cuba Reach 31107 in Past Year

Washington reports from the War Department division show 31107 transgrants arriving at Havana in the past year. Of these, 17008 came from the United States, 81 from Malta, 9681 from Mexico, and 9681 from other countries. The total Chinese arrivals were 78 with 0 from the United States and 4 from Mexico.

Havana Washington Cnet Favana United States Mexico China United

US Consul Mosely Recalled From Singapore Visit

Washington reports Fr A Mosely Jr US consul general at Singapore departed Yokohama Japan yesterday for return to duty. Me was cared for amidoe by the department. Aiyertes appointed to hire post January 7 18%. Dewey called on Admiral Richards at the French embassy with courtesy mornings.

Singapore Dena Washington State Department Fr. A. Mosely, Jr United States Yokoha Japan Aimeneo Gilouipe Me Aiyertes Abbasia Dewey Admiral Dewey Admiral Richards Gi Frenot Avsenilo Sjeatron Charning Admiral Meoday

Guilt Is Clear in Lawrence Boy John Porter Case

Denver reports that John Porter, accused of ravishing and murdering a Lawrence youth, has confessed in part and placed his pocketbook at the crime scene. Porter's arrest follows a violent crime that has stirred near-lynching threats by relatives and the community. Authorities worked to secure Porter and bring him to justice as public cooling periods and political tension surrounded the case.

Denver John Porter Lawrencian Moses Citivena East Aid Hugo Unele Euch Praca Kee Arts Palma Peter Joie Porter Ace Yiide Porter

Forter Confesses in Louise Prost Murder Case

A dated report details a confession by Forter regarding a murder linked to Louise Prost decree. The narrative references a tense scene with authorities, mentions a locale called Lanite Frost, and notes alleged involvement by multiple individuals in a sequence of events surrounding the crime.

Lawrence Negro Louise Prost Welsiol Selman Tata

Wedding on the Beach at Christ Church

Graem Turnbull a prominent banter of Seale Hinson and Slee Helen Mtvaiy daughter of J.C. Teale were married at Christ Church, San iestal, Nov. 33. The couple, amid a beach setting, unite in a ceremony reflecting local society.

San Iestal Graem Turnbull Seale Hinson Helen Mtvaiy Daugherr J.C. Teale Christ Church

Supreme Court voids Cain law as unconstitutional

The state supreme court has ruled the cane law unconstitutional. Justice BL Pacl of Minn writes that the statute applied only to certain cases and was invalid. Benefits remain uncertain as the case moves through county authorities and population figures are cited in relation to penalties.

Minn Atute Supreme Court Bas Umabue Ii

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