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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 03, 1898

Page

5

Autumnal convention to open in New York city

The Christian and Missionary Alliance holds its autumn convention from Friday with services at Carnegie Hall and Gospel Tabernacle. Notable speakers include Rev Dr James M Gray, Rev Dr Chappell of Boston, and Missionaries such as Lance and Speer. D W Lachewr plans to speak on Tibet and missionary work in the Philippines.

New York The Christian Gartegie Hall Gospel Tabernacle Eighth Avenue Forty Fourth Street James M. Gray Chappell Boston Menry Vories Lenton John Hoberto

Gen Otis Cables Dispatches From War Department

Washington reports Tulteringe dispatches received as Adjutant General lists October straggles in Philippines. August and September record four officers and fifty two enlisted men wounded or killed. several missing. Manila notes: steamer Seandred fodes wrecked at sea, typhoid deaths reported. remains conveyed to Otis.

Washington War Department Manila Deniha Totadows Kylie Weange Telgve Malia Pavnia Bert Otis Comemunling

Death by drowning in Hoboken river reported

The body of D. Estitmugh, president of Lew Erdand Loan and Trust Co., found in the river Saturday, viewed by County Physician of Converse at Holman’s Morgue in Hoboken. Death certified as drowning, burial planned in Des Moines after arrangements with the widow.

Chicairo New York Age Estitmugh Lew Erdand Ana ‘Trust Company Satunley Holman Iorgus Hoboken Converse Muielab Bothipnt Perente Moergae Stippime Des Moines Tursday

Death of Caroline Miskel Hoyt in New York

Caroline Miskel Hoyt, second wife of playwright Hest, died in New York. She passed away shortly after giving birth to her son, who also died minutes later. Mother and child to be buried together.

New York Caroline Miskel Hoyt Hest Ds Dund Shoe C. C Seales Coyineton Miso

Majestic Stranded Near Detour Mich

The Canadian passenger steamer Majestic carrying passengers and merchandise from C Norwood to Dolch is ashore at the east end of the Deummond island on Lake Tiron. Tugboats rushed to the scene as the steamer remained stuck in an expected position today.

Majestic C Norwood Dolch Strandest Deummondeland Lake Tiron

Fire damages Ye Tavern in Chicago near Washington Park

A fire partly destroyed the former Ye Tavern at Fifty-fifth Street and Cottage Grove, near the Washington Park entrance, a popular World’s Fair resort area. Several people escaped suffocation as smoke filled the building today. A Queen’s special to Omaha mentions Tuesday travel and a $2.00 round trip fare.

Burne Chicago Fifty-fist Street Cottage Grove Sme Thay Washington Park

Cincinnati Proposes Winter Quartering of 5000 Troops

Washington reports a delegation from Cincinnati presented a city proposal to the war department to house 5,900 soldiers for winter at Oakley park. The plan includes barracks, water and tents at a cost of 81,000 per month. The committee’s effort drew a favorable initial report from Quartermaster Hin and Secretary Alger will review the representations.

Washington Wibart Nation Moe Oakley Park Hin Alger

Armed With Shovels Troops Prepare to Bury Indians

Minneapolis dispatch reports troop actions against an Indian tribe amid tensions over a council. Lieutenant Humphrey and twenty men of the Third Infantry move to the reservation, with ongoing debate over representation and federal authority. Patrols guard the area while leaders argue about force and timing.

Minneapolis Humphrey Santiago Catia Sam

Walter Yates kills wife then suicide in Chortada

In Chortada near here on October 2 Walter J Yates shot his wife and a man named North, then killed himself. Mrs North died later. details note the tragedy and the deceased. Also included are unrelated items about presidential appointments in Washington.

Walter J. Yates Chortada Town KJ. North Esesx Here

Besieged by Boys Traps Schlesinger Family in West Taylor

A mob of 40 to 200 boys besieged Isaac Schlesinger and his family for about thirteen hours at their West Taylor Street home. The family, without food, barricaded doors as attackers shouted threats and hurled stones. Police were notified when night fell and the crowd dispersed.

Chienen Isaac Schlesinger West Taylor Street Schlesinger Schlesinger Wischisel Lee Schlenither Hobletinger Schlessinger Etrickbata Bova

Fight on usurers sparks action by St Louis police

St Louis officials including Governor Stephens and Police Commissioner Hawes returned from New York where they urged Western Union Telegraph to rescind a wage-disparity rule. Telegraphers, rail workers, and others faced usury-like charges up to 40 percent monthly, prompting a new club fight and promise of legal action free of charge. A Commercial Club meeting is scheduled for Tuesday evening February 4 at 1 pm.

St Louis Railrand St. Toul St. Louis Harry& Mawen New York Commercial Club Het Licetian Oda Pellows Swat Green

Society Notes Brightens Topeka Saturday Parade

Saturday afternoon a flower parade amused the block between Tenth and Eleventh on Topeka Avenue with children in fancy dress and tiny wagon chariots. The King and queen rode in state in a decorated cart while a queen led the procession. A tally Ho party at Silver Lake featured a picnic supper, boating, and chaperons Mr and Mrs CG J Smith. The Stedman Club plans its first meeting this evening with poems and papers to be read by members and guests welcome.

Tenth Topeka Avenue Mike Anns Mose CG J. Smith Santa Waters Fe Waters Emma Dennis Watsy Clarke Leavenworth Emily Illiott Lida Bergen Eleanor Work Mix Jean Fr Parl McParland Lilian McFarland Virgie Payne Mass of Lawrences Horace Macferran Charlie Tllott Burl Case Harry Wood Myiton Sélie Dean Waters Thad Payne Harley Hamilton John Work Juin Alicams Plelshwins Luther Nellie Stedman Club Sarch Hargreaves Garretoon Wo H Ditadbury Me. Crargell J. Hague George W. Parkhurst Dottie Laura Anna Tilson Ohio Silks Als A. X. Campbell Horton Topekan N. F Campbell Tyler Callie Wellhouse Claelimaul Cito Miss Cutter Gertrude Aro Serence Ransie City W. H. Johnston Mabel Rogers Laawyrence Edith Davy Tude Nichols Salina France Harris Ottawa Roberta Wasson T. G. Weer Pittsburg BE. Price West Tenth Street C.lytye Moberly B. E. Trythe Mika May Critchfield W. W. Phillipps Oskaloosy Tenrietta Jackson Winfield Lillian Whittelock W. S. Kinnear Detroit Mich M.cr. R J. 5. Hobson Banta Fe Miswee Hessie Katherine Pennet Atchison Myrtle Irah Doyle Dick Rogers Lawrence Peter Alien Hugh Todd D. Simmon Atchicon Junin Nicholson Joan Clayes Mire Letitia Lamb Manhattan Mayme Hallarin Jeannette Wheeler Edith Davis Lou Sharpe Georgiana Wasson Bessie Eider Chicago Clara Grand Arthur Fallee R. &. Johnson TK. Lemon Hahanaman Medical College John H. Clemton Fort Worth Tex J. H Martin Topeka Toronto Canada Clapton B. of L. F Frank Lawson Superior Nelie Vinkting Anna Shany Hatile Sweesey

Army mustering needs prompt reorganization for garrison duty

Washington officials face mounting pressure to discharge individuals and reorganize the army for future garrison service in the islands and the states. Requests from lawmakers and families flood the War Department, pushing consideration of Bolte arrangements to secure a stable force despite reduced muster-out hopes for entire regiments.

Washington, Dct Mus

Turnerfest Notes Highlight Early Morning Rope Feats

Breke Davis led the field by climbing a 42 foot rope and returning 1 foot without stopping. Mike Herbaldsheimer from Marysville vaulted 5 feet 10 inches, tying with Krause 44 among the Turners. Otto Kuehme coordinated operations, earning praise for his pivotal role. Visitors arrived early to Turner garden as spectators gathered before 10 o'clock. A missed appearance by Miss Rose disrupted plans for the day. The Leavenworth bugle band provided entertainment and the sapitwich rush remained a constant feature, with many young women watching the boys perform difficult feats. The evening crowd filled the hall, though space was tight, causing some dizziness among dancers.

Breke Davis Mr. Davis Mike Herbaldsheimer Marysville Krause Otto Kuehme Turner Garden Rose the Garton Buble Leavenworth

Fourth Immunes to Sail From Fernandina for Cuba

A dispatch reports the US transport Roumania ordered from New York will arrive soon to take on board the Fourth Immune regiment from Jacksonville for Manzanillo, Cuba. The regiment forms part of the Seventh Army Corps. The port holds about 23,000 tons of coal and is slated as a major embarkation point for the corps.

Chicago Fernandind United States Roumania New York Tursiay Wil Jacksonville Manzanillo Cuba Seventh Army Corps Seventh Corps

Langtry's Filly Dancing Wave Wins Nottingham Handicap

London October 3 Mr Jersey's Dancing Wave a four year old chestnut filly ridden by Tod Sloan won the Nottingham handicap of 60 sovereigns with betting at 9 to 4. The slaughter lists include remarks on Santa Fe Route low excursion fares to Pittsburg and other points with limited dates and special round trip prices.

Tod Sloan London Mr. Jersey Grand Commandery of Kansas Pittsburg Santa Fe Washington Baltimore Gettysburg

Hay Association Announces Standing Committees Listings

The National Hay Association announces its standing committees including Arbitration and Investigation with members from Cincinnati Detroit and Cleveland. Names listed include F Collins J Getaendenge L Rogers W Dawes and J Brewer among others as part of party affiliations and regional representation.

Tachinati DW. Cliffog Hay Areochatlai F. Collins Cintinmati Association Committee On Hon—G. & Root Cincinnati F. G. TwnKaries 1 Michiwel Assurif Compal Oar Lil. J. Getaendenge Juittmorps Sievaland Steadevilee Aovin Clegg FES Fea Remnant Adabinwe Fee Bavissa

Is He Clairvoyant Paul Alexander Johnstone Sparks Local Debate

A town discusses Paul Alexander Johnstone amid praise and skepticism from a prominent physician. The doctor recites experiences claiming mind reading, palmistry, and diagnosis, noting benefits while admitting possible thought reading and revelation elements. He mentions palm readings at Ald Harrison Street and a $1 fee, urging engagement.

Paul Alexander Johnstone Johnstone Mim

Karnival Knights and Cadets Join Miss Rose Excursion

Queen Rose leads Karnival Knights and Boyd Girl Cadets on a Santa Fe train excursion to Omaha with a Kansas building headquarters at the Midway Topeka Day features, a band parade, special arrangements, and a return trip Thursday.

Rose Santa Fe Omaha Ftdenoon Tore Egletts K. K. Manolin Club Kansas Excahalanata Topeka Kansas Commission Boyd Girl Cadets State House

Murder Trial Tells of Brother-In-Law's Death

In a reported murder case, W. J. Baldemean described his brother in law's death as details emerged from the scene. The proceedings include testimonies about the shooting and the sequence of events leading to the fatal incident.

W. J. Baldemean

North Topeka Local Notes Of Social And Weather Visits

In North Topeka many residents were seen visiting kin in nearby cities while others traveled for family events. The list includes Mrs. Chapman escaping malaria fever and Mr. Emil Apel visiting Carbonate Valley after a visit to his basin with Mrs. Kate Fuschoer and many others noted at home and in town. A church ceremony in Keokukta featured Mr. and Mrs. Cankie announcing their engagement with a quiet Wednesday evening reception and the Keokukta event highlighted by Rev. W. J. Byer. a North Topeka baptist hall hosted gatherings, with local families like the Hager and Marple clans mentioned among Weekend movements and funeral rites. The train and station activity, and the delayed records of local births and deaths, fill the brief social column.

MR. White C Chapman Gunaba KW. Winn Bans City Wow Crittgpiter Sry Conklin Todd Thomas Emil Apel Rattwat Carbonate Kate Fuschoer Acim A & Post Nock Kun Misses Defiy Palin Pee Turbedl Ladeie Siler Tg Soren Alia Traeni Wirt van Spee Ohio Sheldon Stone Neo Hanks Jasas City Beth Pet Topeka Minna Minit Hoyt Mise Brokat Dewes Abitiono Biber Wu Bury Street Henry Wise Arthur Hires Bramarswan Tod Saute Sedna Bes Saundermn Satta Fe Georen Fuueh North Topeln Kiiner Case Taylor Malte Kimporla Charles Dinghiee Rug Fjanmainen Kich’ Marple Korhosier Tle Terestty Seth Teddy Oren Turemann Charles Lukens Frank Goutiman Cafran Charley Senith Redwater Cemetery

Fell Off the Bridge Mystery Absurdity

Fragmentary report describes a man from Philadelphia who fell from a bridge into water. The body appeared after the incident, with unclear names and details due to garbled OCR.

He Penguyn

Georgia Editors on a Tour Denver Col Opt 2

A group from Georgia, about ten in number, stopped in Denver for several days during a return trip from Salt Lake. They planned to take the Queen’s special to 0 with the Karniveal Knights and a $2.50 round trip fare was noted.

Georgia Denver Col Auiber Bietersag Salt Lake Karniveal Knights

Rock Island Excursion to Omaha This Week

Rock Island offers round trips to Omaha for a gala exposition week. Fares listed include 3.50 to 3.60 for round trips with dates in October. Information from agents and club representatives about train times and special events accompanies the advertised excursion.

Omaha Modoc Club Rock Island Sabes Ny Sus Csp Mudock Club

Also Mentioned on This Page

Miles Shafter Roosevelt A. M. Fuller Philippines the Journal, Capital and Mail EB. Guild GEN. Otis Cables D.O Eshbaugh Jozeph L Ler Fiorida Internal Revenue District of Florid George H. Green Texas John E Pillsbury W. F H. Reeder Frank W. Barnett Myles Joyce Navy Topeka Cash Dry Goods Co Bischof Sons and Griswold-Palmers Society News Turnfest Langtry HAY Association Regarda Johnstone Chica Waroniche Anys W. Ts Hatleman Baers Haldeman Paper Company Lockland Cinconati Sulurt Seneter B. c He Bullets Tay Richanison Hs Avenue Rawls Ren Stan Arava Knights Omatm Return Dallas Karnival Knights North Topeka San Francisco George Puller Aid & Glever Uicemunnes Sui Ceil Vincent Rock Island Excursion Sore Island Oman McKinsey Army and Navy Spodeain Rval Knights
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