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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1900
Page
7
A Michigan child alias Frye was severely injured when a Newfound land dog attacked her. Charles A. Chapin of Nites was found liable for 10000 dollars plus costs after a suit brought by her father for damages. The jury returned a verdict recognizing the injuries and responsibility of the owner.
Fragmentary dispatch from Xreconaprait describing General Bruce Hamill Berecetianin arrival with Lindsey and Helibron troops, reports of assurances from Gen. Dewet at Thabenscha, and a claim that December 1 would see British withdrawal as forces attempted to evade Chinese captures elsewhere.
A series of property transfers is recorded including D D DeNesn and wife to Emma De Veen for 1843 Washburn Avenue College Hill. Geo W Heap and wife to Nathan P Riker for $400, lots 10 and 13 block 3 Evans Street Glendale. W H Batman to C B Samson for $200 part northwest 47 22. F Seed tts ontee 7 Mason for $240. D J Cady and wife to H Oden Pa lot 413 East Highth Avenue Parkdale. Chas Ieefe to Smith for $250 lots 362 and 364 Jackson Street Curtin addition. Administrator Leroy Powell for $60 lots 188 4s and 197 Quincy Street.
Milwaukee report chronicles a two day deer season ending with twelve killed and as many wounded. The fatalities include Alfred E. Rosengs of Chicago. Accounts describe hunters mistaking humans for deer, with cases of bleeding and improvised aid in remote areas as danger and confusion raise alarm.
In Shelbyville Indiana on November 22 Addieo Fields and Clara received forgiveness with a check for 2500 dollars. The State Journal notes the settlement followed disputes at the premises.
Emma Kelly hosted at 8 Tyler Street in honor of Lola Milliken of McPherson with guests including Judge and Mrs. Foote, Dr and Mrs Rebton, and many locals. The Bachelor Club held its first winter dance at Hadeen's hall with Steinberg's orchestra, planning monthly events. notes mention various attendees and a Helping Hand society update.
The piece argues temperance aids happiness but warns against forcing views. It claims coffee, not whisky, harms nervous households and disputes coffee use with a call to try Pos tum Food Coffee. It promises improved health, vigor, and quiet effectiveness in humane service within ten days.
Daily notes from Topeka columns cover social visits in nearby cities. Miss Hana D returns from Leavenworth after a two week trip. Lata Grose of Chanute visits Lawrence. Mrs. Scott returns from Topeka to Pittsburg. Daisy Hayes plans a Kansas City stay with sister. Local events include Ruth Welch’s art exhibit at Unity Church and various musical and court news from Topeka and Leavenworth.
Chicago mourns the departure of Melville E Stone a key figure in the citys press and finance networks for thirty years He will move to Newark with his family as Associated Press headquarters shift to the eastern metropolis He remains tied to Chicago though stepping back from daily operations as editor banker and press manager
In court the audience laughed as Pretty Hride objected to her husband’s habit of wearing boots in bed. The judge pressed for clarity while Schramm, the husband, faced questioning and the wife described her reluctance to “buy a pick and shovel” to clean the bed after such behavior.
Pastor Jones of the Fim SC Congresa Uonal church in this city resigns after accusing Deacon John Williams of sleeping during 15 of 16 Sundays. Williams claimed language tensions and English only services caused church discord.
New York November 22 Poe's Tamerlane the poet's first book and one of three copies in existence sold for 2060 at the Thomas J McKee library sale. Other items included Al Aboard s Tamerlane and Minor Poems 1829 and Poe's 1881 Poems. The Raven bound with Tales sold for similar sums. Irving's Knickerbocker 1800 fetched 290 and Andre s Cow Gomer 1789 270. The sale totaled two sums over the estimate.
In Cleveland a quirky account centers on Hari Kennedy winning Marion Day, a factory worker aged 19, despite her 12-year-old brother being taken ill. The family mourns as Kennedy’s wooden legs figure oddly in the tale, and the father is heartbroken while the grandmother looks on.
A Bowling Green family endures a string of mysterious deaths among six children with four lost previously and the latest fatality prompting detectives to investigate. Police and coroner officials work to uncover a possible pattern as locals seek answers amid grief and fear.
A widower in Wisconsin marked his golden wedding anniversary today fifty years after his marriage to Morris Pratt. Leaders of the Spiritoatiate in the state, the Pratts hosted twenty friends at home. Pratt read communications he said came from his deceased wife, and a feast followed the ceremonial wedding day observance.
A deer was struck and killed by a locomotive after running along the track for about half a mile before it was overtaken. The incident occurred near the rail line as the engine hit the animal.
A messy court note reports Dave Minnie versus Jane Tarra over a board bill of 2996 dollars and related disputes about tenancy and receipts. The fragment mentions suits, appeals, and a reference to Rev. Sheldon's new book, with local social notices involving Lincoln Circle and a serial event.
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