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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 29, 1895

Page

3

WICHITA SETS SIGHTS ON MILLS AND TEMPLE INWAKE

Hiawarea Nov 22 reports court tosses out 73 specification against Pullman stockholders in a case tied to subscriptions and organization, while other notes from Leavesworts and Newtos detail a dramatic turkey dinner at a national soldiers home and a Scottish Rite plan to build a 850,000 temple in Wichita next summer.

Ryan Keoeis Walle Ityne Wichits Market Sed Piret Orderacy Dents

Erection Costs Rise at Government Building Plans

The government building project in Hanna to cost about 860,000 with the Masonic Temple at least that amount plus 10,000 more for D. Lee Mercantile building. Two or three adjacent business properties are envisioned with some reuse ideas discussed, while Canfil & Brace owner Orson Canfil dies from burns sustained while fighting a blaze. Also notes school children donate to charity and Wyandotte County Sheriff Samuel S Peterson dies at 9:39 p m.

Masonic Temple D. Lee Mercantile Bullifiog

Two wives disputing late husband’s Kansas estate in court

In Topeka the district court heard two wives claim the estate of John Brooks who died five years ago. Martha Brooks of Missouri and Amelia Brooks of Emmet Street Wichita contest property, with Brooks No 1 seeking shares for her daughters while Brooks No 2 wants all for herself. Judge Heazen will rule after advisement.

Martha Brooks Missouri John Brock Topeke Santa Claws Amelia Brooks Emmet Street Gakiend Ara Brooks No Wichita Mrs Brooks Bae Brooks Brooks No Books No 2

They Were Sluggers May Result in Boston Game

May result in some Boston sports pages recount a Thanksgiving football game between Boston University and Bunton College marked by heavy slugging. Prewin of Boston College suffered a broken rib and internal injuries. Brock, a university substitute, was badly hurt. Sweeney and two others also were seriously injured. The item notes the fierce, injury-filled contest in the city.

Boston University Bunton College Prewin Boston College Brock Sweeney Ges

Lady Lytton Appointed by the Quest

The late Owen Meredith is cited as an example of a literary man whose poverty contrasts with his political earnings. The Queen named the Countess of Lytton Lady of the Bedchamber in Waiting, giving relief to her friends who were concerned for her future after his death.

Lytton Owen Meredith Countess of Lytton Lajty

Hang the Wrong Men, Maybe. San Francisco Letter

A local Pacer prints a letter from Arisona signed John Dos saying he committed the murder for which Garland Stemler and Louis Mureno were lynched by a mob in Yreks Cal last August. No other men were lynched at the same time.

San Francisco Pacer Arisona John Dos Garland Stemler Louis Mureno Yreks Cal

Tragic Gas Death in a Dutch Household

Nov 29 morning Reverend A Henrich and his wife died from gas poisoning from a hard coal stove. Neighbors forced the door to find Mr Henrich dead and his wife dying, with the scene labeled as a fatal coal stove asphyxiation. An advertisement line notes Live Gem 5c and a remark Everybody emokes it.

Merning A. Henrich Henrich

Caustic remark taints yesterday’s newspaper coverage

A caustic note accuses newspapers of bias and abuse in yesterday’s reporting. The writer uses sharp language to challenge coverage and call out perceived fairness issues without naming specific outlets. The piece frames media criticism as a public service concern.

Parkhurst Sermon Sparks Cheers as He Attacks Lawlessness

New York Nov 29 In a Madison Avenue Presbyterian sermon Rev Dr Parkhurst denounced lawlessness and urged conviction of those who incite crime He criticized sensational newspapers for aiding anarchists and argued that press license harms the law and voters will. He tied treason to sensational journalism and condemned its manipulation of public opinion.

Madison Avenue Presbyterian Church Parkhurst Plymouth Rocks Battery West Chester Rome Berlin Commonwealth Llstrescu

Si Plunkerd at Crawford Grand Night Sparks Controversy

The Topeka papers clash over Si Plunkerd appear­ances at Crawford Grand, with editorials accusing the other of punishing and praising him. Prices for performances and reader reading notices are mentioned amid local parade humor and community talk.

Pluskard Crawford Atchison Haz Topeke Topeka Richard Mansfeld Mane Geid

Embree Donation Aids Local Charity Drive

The Associated Charities received a donation from Dr A J Embree to help the Leusit of the poor at the Pint Methodist church yesterday morning. Edward Wilder, VP, said a president and secretary are needed to lead the work and urged suggestions for proper candidates. City division into districts will guide this winter’s aid distribution.

Associated Charities Embree Pint Methodist Church Sti Topeza Edward Wilder Association Agaa

Revival series announced at First M E Church

Dr A and Embree pastor announce special revival meetings start next Sunday night. Miss Josis Nixos, housekeeper at the state insane asylum, fractured her arm falling on ice on asylum grounds. Blue Post G A BR and Relief Corps members held Thanksgiving dinner in Binspow hail Siajor Geo W Borge chaplain of Liscola Boat attended with wife and praised the time. The fire insurance agents electrical school opened at National hotel with an open meeting at the courthouse for business men and others interested in fire insurance and electric wiring.

A. & Embree M.E Josis Nixos State Insane Asylum Blue Post G Relief Corps Siajor Geo. W. Borge Liscola Boat National Hotel Court House

Missouri's Game Ten Thousand See Kansas Defeat

Ten thousand fans witnessed Kansas fall as Missouri produced a decisive victory on a crowded arena floor. Stars from both programs delivered scoring bursts while officials managed a tightly contested clash that swung on key plays late.

The Game at Topeka Fort Riley Victim of Independent Victory

The Independents defeated Fort Riley in a muddy Topeka game as Kansas State and Missouri intensely battled. Kansas fought hard but was outplayed despite several dramatic drives and key plays by Hamill, Piatt, Outland, and Crooks, with Brigham anchoring Missouri’s defense before a crowd near 10,000.

S& A Missouri Tigers Keneas City Missouri Kansas Exposit Park Kansas City Jayhawkers Baca Kanzsa Missourians Thiete Tigers Auece Hanass Hamill Brigham Ike Crooks Outland Piatt Williamson Ani Crook Oatland Hester Liune Gump Bursey Foster Ranees Qutlach Price Hansae Brice Raceas Kansas — Rooters

Topeka Victors Beat Fort Riley 23 to 0 in Football Fight

In Topeka at Athletic park the Topeka football team defeated Fort Riley 23 to 0. Key plays by Gugel Stahl and Jobe Harrison opened scoring, with Topeka maintaining lead through the first and second halves. Fort Riley injuries to Kelley and others limited their offense as Topeka’s defense held firm.

Fort Riley Topeka Ft. Riley Sam Athletic Park FR Riley Gugel and Stahl Topake Gagel Topeks Eforts Seer Bishop Stehl Cain Curry Gugelsf Corporal Comfort St. Lowenthal Harvey Liverwell

Market Report from Curacao Wheat and Corn Open Higher on Strong Cables

Market report notes wheat and corn futures moving up on stronger cables and expectations of freezing weather. December wheat opens higher, advances on firm cables. corn futures ride upward to near 29 cents per bushel. Lard and ribs show light activity. receipts and shipments listed, with totals around 57,000 and 12,001 respectively.

Ecea Texas Jorkars Angie Eacs Kaneas Tale Ic Manta Tide Turkey Liverpool Minneapolis Bath New York St Louis Thorn Chicaro Chicago Minnesporls Duluth Curiaco Rees

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