08 Oct 1897
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1897
Page
1
A trial hinges on the credibility of prosecution witnesses as the case unfolds. jurors weigh each testimony for consistency, corroboration, and potential bias while court procedures shape how evidence is admitted. The outcome depends on whether key statements withstand scrutiny.
The grand jury in the Luetgert case heard testimonies on the credibility of Luetgert’s partner and other witnesses. Prosecutors sought to impeach various witnesses including Dr. George Dorner and Prof. Luethger, while defense contended about the conduct and relevance of testimonies. The proceedings touched on the arrest, search, and questioning methods used on Mary Shrimerin and other witnesses in the trial.
Witnesses claim Chartes Wider owed money and Edward J. Tarten asserts the bank hedged a Charter note for 1300 dollars. Abraham Selig testifies buying Ludgert’s steam department for 900 dollars and finding a box tied to the tires, while Luetgert’s methods are noted. The trial continues with jurors hearing testimony over several days.
A controversial letter alleging forgery and election interference emerges in a Kansas area saga. The piece attributes authorship to Samwel Kerr and discusses Kerr’s possible involvement in voter influence, whiskey shipments, and political pressure across Silver Lake, Rosaville, and Topeka. Details are inconsistent and disputed by officials.
Reports show yellow fever cases rising with deaths falling to about 10 percent in New Orleans and surrounding areas. Authorities impose quarantines and police restrictions as cases spread, with medical officials noting infection patterns and presenting daily death rate data across multiple ports and towns.
John Dunlap of Seventh and Everett streets stabbed to death during a fracas outside Davis saloon on Delaware street. A young assailant, unnamed, fled. Dunlap collapsed on the sidewalk and died before medical aid. Police questioned witnesses as Carnival revelry erupted nearby. the gory incident marred the festive night with a fatal beating and uncertain motives.
New York faces 27 percent price gains as silver jumps amid urban scarcity of supplies. London prices declined after the Bank of England proposal to reserve part of its reserve in silver. Vessels arrive with consignments to J. T. Ward and Co and Mueller, Behall & Co for transit to Leitdon, including 105 bars of Mexican silver dollars and 20 bars of silver.
President McKinley will likely travel to Canton to vote in November and may visit nearby communities in Ohio if time permits. He is considering attending the opening of the Carnegie public library in Pittsburgh if the Canton trip is not postponed at the last moment.
Passengers arriving on the Sailor Bay report Mayor Wood of Sitka and Humboldt expedition manager DB Howard nearly captive, guarded by miners. Frustration erupts as Howard refuses to feed miners until Dawson, sparking threats and fears of violence amid a failed expedition.
A committee backed by J W McAfee of Independence Missouri says a fourth woolen mill for Topeka is nearly assured. They seek 5500 dollars in capital with 20 more pledged and will report after a joint meeting of local businessmen and Topeka capitalists.
James Baird Wes disappeared from Port Byron Illinois years ago after marrying Mise Dore rune Tanter. He resurfaced in Chicago papers claiming the search for his wife’s missing husband drove him away. He returned alive tonight from Montana where he was said to have been working on a bridge.
Washington October 5. Before cabinet meeting several callers visited the White House including General William Warner of Missouri who urged the administration to recognize Missouri Republicans noting about 40 000 Republican votes cast in the state and seeking recognition for the party. Senator McLaurin of South Carolina also spoke on the matter in discussions with the president.
George Morgan was hanged at 51:30 this morning for the murder of Idi Gaskill in November. He died protesting innocence after years of outraged and wronged claims. Evidence was mainly circumstantial but conclusive, with two hearings in the supreme court. A meeting in St Louis on October 18 seeks to restore Texas rates and reorganize the Southwestern Traffic association.
The Democratic National Committee will not intervene in the Greater New York mayoral campaign. Henry George leads in World poll tallies with 21,118 votes, while Van Wyck and Seth Low trail.-party leaders cite Chicago platform unity and Henry George as regular Democratic choice amid national committee tensions.
Cleveland Homeopathic students paraded through the town last night carrying a corpse from a pickle factory mock funeral. They dressed the body in white duck trousers a coat and toile notations to resemble a living person. The corpse allegedly fell and knocked the head, causing startled reactions among town residents.
Teeton Ort B rmmet C Gibson, under arrest in New York, is remembered by several prominent businessmen here from the past three to four years. Church claims Gibson's $20,000 loan security failed, causing his failure. Mrs. Church says she did not gain from the securities. Monroe, former Hancock Nations bank assistant cashier, recalls Gibson securing a $30,000 loan in 1894 tied to Akron street railroad stock, and later notes several of Gibson’s checks were returned unpaid as fraudulent. The Parker House graft of $1200 paid, and a Leavenworth trip for G A W reuni¢m noted. trains leave at 6:37 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Tickets valid until October 15.
Mrs Frisbie, widow of Ensi neer W. W. Frisbie, received about 7000 from the Santa Fe company in a final Lang wreck settlement. Harry Frisbie says the family deem the offer reasonable and the case closed, with no further legal action expected. The company reportedly settled with all relatives of the men killed, and officials would not disclose exact totals. The standard maximum in court for loss of life remains around 10000.
Cincinnati special to the Times Star from Mingville Wyoming reports that ten prisoners brought from Newport confessed to a brutal assault on Mrs Gleason. Meiner allegedly confessed to Sheriff Kam early at night and named others, saying innocents are in the party and he will not suffer alone.
Mrs Bradley dedicates a $2,000,000 gift creating a large white stone building in Peoria for a Polytechnic Institute and an Horologien Institute under the same trustees. Lyman J. Gare delivers the dedication address as W. F. Turner and Chicago dignitaries attend. The event includes a luncheon and a reception before Mr and Mrs Gare depart for Nashville.
The article reports that the Spanish government may disavow the cartes and that a cabinet reshuffle could occur to secure Liberal support toward Cuba. The timing centers on the Cortes convening and the remote date for Cuban affairs policy, with fears of irritation or a possible delay raising tensions within the administration.
The funeral for TJ HC Searle, found drowned near Harrison Street, will be held Sunday afternoon from the family residence at 505 Willmore Street. Judge Searle's relatives in Provo City, Utah, cannot arrive before Sunday morning. Rev Linus Blakesley will conduct services at the residence and Topeka lodge No. 17 A E and A M will escort the body to the cemetery and lead Masonic rites at the grave.
New York officials disclose gold imports from England at five million weekly. Details show $1,200,000 engaged by Land, Laweater & Co and $590,000 by Kula, Ladd & Co, totaling $35,700,000 since September 30. Later reports state Génbure Thaman & partners secured $250,000 more gold in London for shipment, raising totals to $5,300,000.
Madrid in October reports impending diplomatic changes with the Duke of Almor dova replacing Senor Dupuy de Lome as Spanish minister to the United States.
A prolonged drought across the Tennessee River area leaves streams underfoot with record heat and scant rainfall. By late August through September, total precipitation barely reaches a few tenths of an inch while river depths fall to near a tenth of a foot. The drought is marked by unusually high temperatures and severe water shortages across Tennessee and Ohio communities.
A Senate committee will inspect the source to mouth path of the Mississippi River project. The plan aims to protect reservoirs on the river and regulate water flow to French City and downstream areas. The investigation, led by Senator Caillouet, faces timing concerns amid a yellow fever outbreak.
A vague report warns of extensive fires endangering timber, confluence areas, and parklands near Fork, Colorado. Forecasters expect storms to worsen conditions. without rain, the district may face major evacuation and fire danger, prompting warnings from local agencies.
A disrupted newspaper notes a reorganization of the publication led by Editor-in-Chief Rev. W. Te Ganges. It lists business managers and staff across Newton Topeka and Kansas City as the company shifts after restoration and relocation of printing duties.
The National Dreamers and Butter makers association plans the largest butter show in the United States at an exhibitory venue in late February. A $2,000 prize pool will be awarded for categories including Genk and ehebse Color. Officials from Springville Iowa and Mulnie California join the executive committee led by Geo. Bo Parks Oueturna with J Shotert Walker Hywa and others coordinating admittance and prizes.
Police declare they will frighten Mrs Nack into a confession after sensational claims from Sheriff in Queen's county. The World reports a dramatic allegation about the suspects Thayne and Nack and a plan involving tampered food, with details of potential breakdowns and pressure ahead of a forthcoming collection of statements.
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