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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 30, 1894

Page

5

Jury Probes Scaffold Death in Coroner's Inquest

Coroner's jury finds Charles Sederstrom died from a scaffold fall. Contractors, timber quality, and possible negligence are debated as expert testimony and cross examination unfold. Local figures and a barber testify while another case potential grand jury action looms.

Charles Sederstrom Atigeh Lea Gwedlab Joseph G. Witere Sedaretroce Watsre A Uié Calartoptie T. H Brooks Brooks & Miller Dave Deng George Lescher James Hinety Othengwu Lunner Waters Dilmit Be Meralen A. Heooka Jowph Martall W. F. Etlitos Fred Jenness Jasper Baurnest Marty I Mr. Waters A. Pobers Sederstrom Narrova Wipesity OSS Clay Atreat

District Court Docket From Town Case with Gordon Trial

In district court the case against George Gordon known as ik man proceeds after a failed attempt on an old farmer with a gold belt buckle. A verdict against the defendant concerns clerical charges for a tax book, while a separate mortgage matter involving Campbell and the Brown guardians targets Maple Grove lots and Tyler Street properties. The docket shift follows a reallocation of civil cases due to favored parties.

Frial Geor Gordon Holton Jallon W. E Domous W. W. Dennisen John Brown Denison Qgaempbell Browgit Poucks J. L Beverly Tyler Polk Maple Grove Campbell Close Peack Tomas Riog Ble Federal Court

Verdict in multiple cases shows mixed outcomes in district court

The district court ruling covers cases including Gish v Beebeach where $55 attorneys fees were awarded to Sebeocke and a separate win for the plaintiff. Gish appeared in police uniform during proceedings and the case involved connections to W B Hightmire in the same building. In Manspesker v Dispatch band, Schenck hired Hightmire as a substitute when the attorney fell ill, leading to disputes over who earned fees. The record notes claims that Kimire’s settlement should have benefited Hightmire, and a juror observed conduct affecting the case deliberations.

District Court Jary Hira Vom Gish Beebeach Sebeocketrict Court Gish Schenck Rightmire Schoenck Elaine Gish Jesaya Gla Kimire Jook Kightmire Glel

Georgia Likely To Adopt New State Liquor Plan

In Atlanta a pending Bush bill aims to create a state liquor system pending approval by the General Assembly. A Senate temperance committee report proposes a town based venders system requiring bonds, state penalties, and strict sale rules. If passed, the plan would regulate sale and keeping of liquor in incorporated towns.

Dieppesary Staten Atranta Georgia South Carolina General Assembly Senate Temperance Ile

Jury Completes Historic Cripple Creek Verdict

Two women on a Cripple Creek jury convict a landlady of stealing a $13 item from a boarder and sending it to her daughter. The jury, in a first for the state, returned a guilty verdict with fine and costs after a brief deliberation.

Cripple Creek Cutreis Creek Cole Justion Tinthaway Ape Marnes Lows

Topeka Associated Charities Aids Rail of Thanksgiving Dinners

A Topeka drive by the Associated Charities fed 628 people in 114 families with Thanksgiving dinners. Donations from schools, clubs, and individuals filled tables with meat and vegetables, clothing, and toys. Several families faced hardship including rent and medical issues while some declined aid, others received help from Delamont and local schools.

Associated Charities Topeka Oeklund Achoc Clover Line Creek Seabruck A. P. Wilger Association Martin & Dennis Suffianvla School Shorey Potwin

Burglar Tries for Turkey at Mr Golden’s Home

A would-be thief attempted a break in at BF Golden’s 215 West Tenth Street last night during Thanksgiving. The burglar aimed for the turkey on the dining room table but fled when confronted by Golden armed with a loaded shot gun. The incident follows a peaceful Thanksgiving, with the family already retiring for the night.

Mr. Golden BF Golden West Tenth Street Golden Mr. Gulden Fred

Odd Fellows Homes and Orphanages Expand Nationally

The article notes growing Odd Fellows homes in multiple states, including New Jersey and New Hampshire, with property values cited. It highlights the spread of lodge activity, staff efficiency, and charity efforts, plus details on officers, memberships, and death benefits across the Order.

Odd Fellows’ Bowies Philadelphia New Jersey New Hampshire Pennsylvania Henrg Sugo Germany Nevada Missouri Michigan the & G. Te

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