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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1897
Page
4
A fragmented text recalls printers offices and editors like William E. Cramer in Milwaukee. It mentions James Russell Lowell praising a hero in a wartime hospital, legal and political figures in Maine and New York, and historic scenes from Parliament including Gladstone and Harcourt.
Chicago reports colder tonight with lingering temperate conditions. Fantastical travel talk follows Nellie Bly’s around the world feat, noting a faster imagined route via Siberia and Russia, with potential commercial and tourism gains from San Francisco to Vladivostok and St. Petersburg.
Report notes Emma Eames lamenting America’s rush hindering singing careers. President McKinley sees a spy ring uncovered in a White House room. Congressman Poe, age 60, plans Klondike exploration next spring amid age concerns. General Wade Hampton to work on a military history book titled The History of Cruelty in the Army. Passon Han serves fifty years with the Philadelphia and Reading Railroad, a coal trade veteran. John Holmes, Oliver W. Holmes’s brother, remains largely unheard.
A fragment from Atenisun Globe Aalamon notes through a satirical lens how women studying literature transition to practical common sense, and how social norms, haircuts, generosity, and public behavior shape town life. It quotes a persona who condemns social vanity and isolation, claiming a refusal to engage with society.
Lansing Mich based Lanning Journal owned by ex Postmaster Jants E Rowley shifts from Gold Democrat stance to Silver Wing alignment. The paper criticizes Taft Republican influence while affirming Democratic principles and reconciliation with national party leadership. Rowley promotes loyal support and notes changes in policy and editorial direction.
Milwaukee sold 240000 dollars in bonds at record premiums, with 100000 credited to city schools and 13000 to garbage disposal, the Wisconsin National Bank paying a premium. New York firms and others reduced interest costs, delivering the highest premiums ever for Milwaukee municipal securities and lowering the net yield to about 3.35 percent.
In Vienna on Nov 6 the Reichsrat faced a chaotic session as disorder and shouts filled the chamber after ministers arrived. Dr Abrahamovics adjourned the sitting then resumed amid partisan din. A proposal by Herr Falkenhyn to suspend disruptive members drew threats and uproar, ending with a temporary closure to be resumed next day.
Senator Teller arrived in Washington and warned currency reform efforts face division and doubt. He doubted swift adoption of a bank note substitution plan and suggested cooperation on gold-backed bank notes is unlikely. He also doubted administration action favoring Cuban independence and believed Congress may only partially address the Cuban belligerent recognition if a bill arrives.
Judge Springer and Indian Agent Wisdom issue sweeping orders banning liquor in the Indian Territory. Indian police must arrest anyone found with liquor or intoxicated, turning offenders over to U.S. marshals. Those brought before the judge must prove the source of their liquor or face contempt of court penalties.
Boys and girls between four and nine may join regular Wednesday and Saturday sessions at 3 PM at the Topeka School of Physical Education. Corrective and Aesthetic gymnastics will feature action songs and basic poses. Enrollment is urged by December 1 to secure a special tuition rate. Trobert Stone, estate administrator, closes the estate at 720 Kansas Avenue.
New York November 25 Mrs Oliver Haged Perry Belmont shows a marked younger look after dyeing her hair from natural gray to No 4 chestnut a raven brown shade. The change, noted by friends, deepens her resemblance to daughter the Duchess of Burl borough. The costly tint, repeated bi monthly, reflects a significant expense in maintaining the altered appearance.
Last evening at 10 20 o clock cries and curses drew residents from homes near King and In chanan streets in Tennesseetown. Frank Bradford and Betty Brown argued violently while Mark Oglesby intervened with a club. Bradford fled but was later arrested by Perkins after a struggle. Bradford claimed self defense while Perkins says Bradford struck him. Bradford's case was continued to next Tuesday in police court.
In Chebanse village, Mrs. Mea Basil aged 70, long blind for two years, regained clear vision during a 40 hours adoration at the Cathalo church. Friends of Mrs. Michael Brazil report the moment she prayed at the altar and could distinguish objects again, attributing the cure to steadfast faith.
London reports a Mines Bust patch indicating frost damages are lower than feared and Argentina will have about a million tons of wheat available for export. The note cites Buellox Ayres and notes a recovered crop outlook despite cold-season setbacks.
San Francisco reports the Rothschilds through the House of Litbes & Co plan to enter the Alaskan trading arena. Four steamers are under construction by W. H. Brick & Co with Ambers destined for Dutch Harbor near Alaska, to be followed by barges and vessels built for operations in Yukon exploration. The Alaska Exploration Company, formed about four months ago with a one million dollar capital, seeks to hire ships for spring activity as Yukon breaks.
Nov 26 Clayton New Mexico Prairie fire drives thousands to safety as wind shifts threaten further destruction. sporadic ranch losses reported though some churches and outbuildings already burned. distant fire warnings persist amid high water and unsettled weather.
A fragmented report discusses President McKinley and his cabinet opposing the removal of high-ranking officers by written charges. Deputy Daniel Hawthorn of New York warns of political fallout as a fearful atmosphere surrounds the clerks and civic service.
Detained Special Inspector Vraitteur faces charges relayed to Washington by Bidwell before Secretary Gage. Winter outdoor sports in California include golf tennis polo and hunting. Route to California advertised with free button mending and laundry service mention.
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