20 Nov 1897
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1897
Page
1
A Chicago Chronicle dispatch reports Cleveland facing a widening revenue shortfall for the current fiscal year totaling nearly 350 million dollars. The deficit grows as October revenues disappointed treasury officials and talks of new taxes on tea and coffee surface as possible remedies.
Fragmented debate over monetary reform shows leaders unable to agree on terms. Observers note slim chances in the Senate, with some Republicans and Democrats open to limited action. The president’s stance and party dynamics shape the evolving effort as key figures push for speed and unity.
Yale defeats Princeton 6 to 0 in New Haven with De Saulles delivering key runs and dramatic drive. The game featured hard defense, strategic punting, and a late Yale push that secured the touchdown and winning score.
Washington in November reports the cabinet held a two hour session on Cuba policy and the handling of finances in the president's message. Details were not released, but discussions focused on Cuba’s impact on the United States and war costs. The session included brief notes on Spain’s conduct and potential conciliatory steps.
Ottawa report notes Canadian and U S commissioners discuss a unified water route from the St. Lawrence river to Lake Ontario via the Rideau-Merrian system. The plan seeks federal support and potential river improvements to ease navigation and bolster trade between nations.
Forecaster Mr. TB Jennings warns a sharp northwest cold wave will reach Topeka tomorrow afternoon or evening, dropping temperatures rapidly with strengthening winds. A rain is expected behind the cold snap and may arrive tomorrow night. Mrs Lida Woept, longtime missionary worker, will lecture Sunday at the local library ball, near Beventis anal m.
Penn and Harvard faced a chaotic day at Franklin Field with crowds surging through entrances and a packed 25 000 spectators. The game featured halted play for injuries and a number of punt exchanges as Penn struggled with the crowding while Harvard fought to gain ground.
Play-by-play shows Pennsylvania fumbles and punting exchanges near Harvard’s 25 and 50 yard lines. Minds and Houghton trade kickoffs and punts as Harvard gains field position, with Penn’s ball moved back to the 20 and a late Harvard score to lead 15 to 6 after a blocked punt near the goal.
Assistant Attorney General Sneins secured a record of violation by Parkhurst Davis & Co in a dispute at the Parkhurst Davis store. C Z Kelso and T J Gordent clashed over Arbuckle coffee pricing amid claims the Kansas Wholesale Grocers Association breaching anti trust rules. A potential injunction to stop Arbuckle shipments was noted as imminent.
Elks host social in honor of Al G Field head of Columbus minstrel company visiting Topeka. Field reputedly overindulged on watermelon and corn causing illness. joke attributed to his wife and a vegetarian? manger Ban Quinlan leads the show in its second season. The ensemble and band are praised for a concert earlier in the day.
J Ira Brown died at home of Mrs. W R Barrett after suffering heart failure. He had lived in Topeka previously and worked in coaching. after supper he reclined on a sofa and collapsed. Death attributed to heart disease with funeral at a local temple and floral decorations by M rs J B Hogue for the T E B Bowman Memorial kindergarten dedication.
A collision caused by a Morse triggers a deadly derailment. Twenty three men aboard are injured, some fatally, as the train plunges into deep water after leaving the tracks and rolling down an embankment. Eyewitnesses describe chaotic scenes and rescue efforts.
An incoherent report describes a chaotic scene as a city attorney and police chief are involved in a controversial opening of a policy box. The article mentions witnesses, mentions of papers, and a charged public setting with conflicting testimonies and unclear outcomes.
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