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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 22, 1899

Page

5

Fifth District Gossip on Congressional Candidacy Factions

In the Fifth district a GOP bid to renominate Calderhead faces a split and an uncertain Populist coalition. Names floated include Vincent, Little, Gaines, and others, with distrust over whether any will run and risks of alliances shaping a tense path to the next election. Local party factions weigh potential moves as observers note shifting loyalties and legislative hopes.

Calderhead Williame Vincent Papatiste W. D. Vincent Wo Glass Maryshire Glass Comigres HN. Gaines Saltas Lewelling Saline County Abtiene Baker

Alabama at Crawford theater falters with uneven cast

Review of the Alabama performance at Crawford theater notes an imperfect Topeka cast with an unsatisfactory Topeka lead and mixed results for Dan McCay in the role of Squire Torker. The piece suggests McCay showed effort but did not reach the level of the rest of the company and questions the production’s overall success.

Alabama Crawford Theater Squire Torker Mr. McCay Roway Mehistri

Alabama Comedy Shows Mixed Talent in Recent Performance

A newly organized company staged a weak rendition of Alabama with Bettings resembling earlier works. Individual performances were uneven with Gert Durand credited for a questionable doctor role and Hattenback delivering solid stage presence. Miss Nettle Abbott impressed as Mrs Page, while Miss Mignon Marechal, newly arrived, played Cures but struggled as the unsophisticated southern girl.

Slabama Alabama Nicholson Gert Durand Eon Hattenback

Kaiser’s Flag Arrives in Chicago For German Society

The flag presented by Emperor William to Chicago’s central German military society has arrived and is in the care of acting German consul Dr J A Lettenbauer at the consulate. The silk banner features a painted Germany and empire emblems and will be presented next Sunday at South Side Turner hall by German ambassador Dr Vos Holleben, who is due Saturday.

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New threshing machine combine talks in New York

Negotiations to form a threshing machine combine in New York continued with plans to finalize details before month end. Promoter is said to be Mr McKeon of the Indianapolis Manufacturing Company. About 25 large manufacturers and many smaller firms show interest, with broader stove and range interests also weighing in on the scheme.

New York McKecon Indianapolis Manufacturing Company Peninsular Fx J. Cougln Hardware Co Hun

Social and Personal Items From Topeka School and Club Gossip

The piece outlines schoolroom decoration progress at Harrison and Grant schools with a Friday reception and entertainment by the WT K club to fund decorations. It notes gatherings at Miss Anna Murphy’s home for teachers, a Jane Jamestown club event, and various guests and speakers, including Laura Ewing’s Dreyfus paper. Also covered are library fund drives, a surprise party for Mr. and Mrs. Walter Bates, the Pleasant Hour Club social, visits by Misses and Mrs. Curran, and upcoming events at Crosby’s store and local venues with invitations and schedules.

Harrison Grant School North Topeka Bullden Washington Rosa Gonheur Anna Murphy GA. Clauser Polk Street Hth Laura Ewite Dreyfus Helle Tice Hessle Davitser David Gossett Biden Ties James Lewis Lillie Freeman Edith Davis Maud Kimball Vera Clauser Br. Heacock Stout Elen Nelson Ida Ausdell Alice Pjtrgerald J. B. Pomeroy Pomeroy Walter Bates Henry Taylor C. Oates Ross Kures Ward Burlingame J. Hates Louise Allison the Pleasant Hour Club Bmrs Auriexsen Gna Uuie Som Smok Smorado Stra. Erickson A. QO. Houser Fillmore Street Crosby Ins Maxey Kangay City Topeka A. Botsford Topeka Avenue HE. Taylor Taluce Taylor J. J. Kitiney Topeka Uyense Bis Loran McFarland Mia H. S. Omer Bre Leecher Cornelia Curra Jennie Lescher Mia Curry Mins Patterson B.C Bubre-Kimball Art Gocda Harrison Street A. H Bates Pt Worth Texan Charles Ritter Junc Ion City Croaby Lulu Decker Argentine Mire N. Hollister Mary Frieddick Kansas City Kennedy Junction City Tunls Gardner Phillipsburg X. d Wingert Wil Ford Arkansas Canon City Colorado Adams Brothers

Beating the Bar on Smoky Row Queen Faces Trial

In a Smoky Row police court scene Elle Buckner and her husband George Buckner, known as the Queen and a notorious pair, were accused of running a disorderly house and vagrancy. George Buckner was found guilty and fined 100 dollars after a heated courtroom moment as Elle clashed with officers and the judge.

Elle Buckner Smoky Row George Buckner Tonago George Ela Buckher Thomas Huckners Rameey Mason Ella

FIGHTING ROBERTS Protest Against Utah Congressman-Elect Seating

Wheeling West Virginia November 22 Almost all of Wheeling’s Ministerial association representing about 10000 Christians gathered to protest the seating of Brigman H Roberts the Utah congressman-elect It was said he promised aid against Roberts and would move to introduce a resolution in the house to prevent Roberts seating if no other member did so

West Virginia Utah Wheeling W. Va Wheeling Ministerial Association Dovener Brigim H. Roberts

Charity Sisters Complete Sanitarium at Mount Clemens

In Mount Clemens Michigan Archbishop Hitler of Cincinnati alongside Bishops Richter of Grand Rapids Turns of Nashville and Foley of Detroit dedicated a new four story brick sanitarium costing 175000 dollars. The Sisters of Charity of Cincinnati oversaw the project which has been completed with blessings from church leaders.

Charity Sisters Mount Cimens Mount Clemens Mich Nuvi Hitler Cincionixtl Teday Sisters of Charity of Cincianoth Richter Grand Rapids Turns Neshville Tepn Foley Detroit

Carnegie Talks on Cape Breton Steel Venture

New York dispatch reports Andrew Carnegie acknowledging awareness of the Dominion Iron and Steel Company at Sydney Cape Breton. He says Carnegie company may furnish some plant but does not confirm any purchase of the Pompo mine or related properties. Agents are reportedly scouting global mine properties.

Cape Breton Steel Pisnt New York Andrew Carnegie Dominion Iron and Sierh Company Sydney Cape Breton Carnegie Company Europe Sars Tlage Bouebr San- Intille Meroto Pompo Carnegie

Snapshot from a bustling county town in flux

A chaotic mix of notices and snippets shows county commissioners in session and a crowded field of candidates for next year. Local venues host dances and weddings while businesses change hands and civic projects push forward including a new church, prison upgrades, and road work.

District Court Case and Local Court News Review

A district court action against Hector G. Brown is described along with ongoing proceedings and appeals related to a street railway dispute in Kansas City. The report notes jury agreement, continued trial dates, and rising costs. Local updates include community notices, court advisories, a school scene at Washburn, and a patrol of civic events.

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Noted Trespass Case Settled After Eight Years in Courts

In Wisconsin Phillips and surrounding firms faced a long running trespass dispute. Davis Lumber Company and Weyerhauser fought over land boundaries and timber cuts from Puavive land. The matter concluded with Davis receiving $14,000 and the case dropped after arbitration.

Wis Ht Davis Lumber Company Phillips Fred Weyerhauser Missiesippi River Loging Company Davis Company Puavive Ompy Weyerhauser

Illinois Monuments At Chickamauga To Be Dedicated

Arrangements completed for formal dedication of Illinois monuments on the Chickamauga National Park Reservation on Thursday. About 250 visitors from Silingia arrived. 150 to 200 veterans and friends from Huols expected. Colonel Awatn of the Illinois monument commission stated additional attendees would be present.

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Feisty Season Ends With Strikers Overrun Crannies

In a brief summer skirmish report, a group of strikers encountered resistance and were turned back, with a final tally showing ten to something unclear. The fragment hints at a confrontation and a numerical outcome.

Populist Editors Rally Against Attacks on Press in Kansas

Kansas Reform Piece association and Populist state committee condemn attacks on editors led by Cyrus Letond. They call for vigorous protest and moral support from Kansans to defend Populist press amid legal actions and political pressure. Featured planned weekly plate with Gen J K Moiddon utterances as campaign highlight.

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Homeseekers Excursion via Santa Fe

Homeseekers Excursion via Santa Fe offers a low fare for a round trip. Tickets valid for a few days. contact a Santa Fe agent for details and schedule. Evening program at the Grand Opera House and related events in New Mexico and Texas markets.

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