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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 09, 1897

Page

3

Pittsburg Horse Show A Landmark Equine Event

Pittsburg hosts its first horse show at the Sherley Riding Academy Tuesday evening with notable attendees from Ry Turkey and Pembroke. Streets near Holbiway and Chevy Chase heard chatter as exhibitors showcased drafts and ponies, including a notable entry by Chapple with a unique display.

Turkie Timpur A. Holbiway Chevy Chase Chapple Howe Fedeudite Luis

APRALD TO BET New York election likened by bettors

Few are willing to risk money on the New York election as bettors judge talents, wagers arise over outcomes. A broker quotes a 40 per cent premium that Low will win more votes than Tie, while others doubt the market’s clear direction amid volatile speculation. The piece notes the tense betting atmosphere and references brokers connected to the activity.

New York Bat Eoily Ater Pwc

Topeka Urged to Host a Cellulose Factory

A Topeka Commercial Club meeting discussed Cramp Brothers plans to build six cellulose plants in the West, with Premont Nebraska and Topeka eyed for sites. Mr Sum T Howe urged securing a Topeka factory noting corn stalks as main input and Topeka as ideal location for establishment.

Topeka Aecnty Jane Cellulose Tetons Sistemtay Sum T. Howe Cramp Brothwre Philadelphi Est Premont Neb Howe

Local notes from The State Journal about city happenings

The item reflects reader snippets from Hecker Illinois and Kansas City notices, describing gatherings, conduct, and social scenes. References mention Emil Nachtmann, Go. “TH” fat Reg KO N.C., and Oklahoma drought notes, with partial remarks on soldiers, hauling, and local agriculture.

Mary KW. G Eliowa Jubeden Mity Kan Éicar The State Journal Hecker Atchiven Srunkenness Comning UFAU Kansas Emil J. Nachtmann N.C

Farm owner aids young animal in barnyard sighting

In Ford County a barnyard incident near Quimdyc Thias involves Mr Higerty caring for a week old quad found near his home. He sheltered the bird with care, hoping it will mature as domestic poultry. Islanders and coyotes are noted in local notes with county commission actions on bounties.

Kankin City Han Willam Gouversaraut Higerty Lin Wittie Wilder Hegarty

Afternoon Amusement Duel Between Scott and Euler

In Topeka yesterday D Scott of the Nave a MeCom agency and Hy W Euler a grocers’ advocate clashed during a fistic exchange in an office dispute over a $100 bicycle attachment. A chair was swung, glass shattered, and police intervened as witnesses testified to disputed payments and statements.

Scott and Euler D. ©. Scott MeCom Topeka Hy W. Euler Arteries and Cal Grocers’ Association Scott

Indian Student Attacked by Thugs in Kansas City Bar

Isahe Adeusta, a Haskell Institute student from Lawrence, was assaulted with a sharp object and struck in the head at Third and Broadway near a bar and stable. He required police aid and hospital treatment after the attack as assailants fled with money. later arrests were not detailed.

Lawrence Kansas Qhdlice Ality Ryaepital Amigenta Bilver Differ Aly Urey H. F Yater Augustus Neourrests

Adkins Struck by Cable Car at Ninth and Walnut

Mrs. Adkins, 01 East Tenth Street, was hit by a northbound Westport cable car at Ninth and Walnut yesterday afternoon. She suffered a fracture of the right leg but was saved from worse injury by a Fender. Attended by Dr. W. Wen, she was sent home.

Mr. Adkins J. Adking East Tenth Street Westport Ninth and Walnut Streets Weleck Adkins Meunier Ninth Street Flor Racht Jae W. Wen

General Miles Returns and Notable Passengers

New York reports General Miles arriving aboard the American liner St Louis from Havana with Nelson A. Miles among the passengers. Also aboard were Howard Gould Katherine Diemons and other notable figures including Bagnis Taylor and United States minister to Spain. Some passengers discussed U S relations with Spain over the Cuban war while others left the steamer together.

Howard Gould Katherine Diemons New York Malten Nelson A. Miles St. Louie Louvie Britieh Columbia Seumer Smby M. Cullen Trials James C. Carter Lie Pissenters Kathrine Meriins Muward Gould

Censuses, libraries, and cures cited in old notices

In Washington a new library building gets committee approval amid reports of public health remedies. The ad touts Charbertin Coveh Remedy with a trial claiming milder cough relief and a claimed permanent cure. Also mentions a library appropriation fight in Des Moines and a train fare notice from Union Trains.

Cole Beret Banker of Liberty Livertytor's Maryland

Three Million for Chicago Rivers and Harbors

Congressman Hopkins arrived from Washington to press a three million dollar appropriation for Chicago river and harbor improvements. He said Illinois and Chicago can rally support from a united delegation, with a strong national welfare rationale and backing from other states to secure funding.

Hopkins Congress Chicago Hlinois Chicaze

Through the Trocha Cuban Invasion Moves Westward

A Havana dispatch via Key West reports a large Cuban force crossing the trocha in Camaguey. Commanded by General Calixto Garcia, the eastern army is said to join forces with García from the west to push toward the western province after recent gains at Victoria de Las Luka where rifles and ammunition were captured.

New York Herald Havana Cuba Key West Winwisn Trocha Camaguey Calixta Garcik Gso Wat Gareida Camukuey Wwestwanl Vie Tori de Las Luka LWA Cartridens

Special features at pure food show attract visitors

The Hattery D ari Ure Show opens with a French kitchen display and Miss Apple presenting a gown design as the main attraction. Visitors view late gloves and Cearanes while Miss Ranche plans an EdGItunel feature introducing Epalisn vhets and Cary art demonstrations. The exhibit will run at least a week longer than planned.

Chicago Mrn May Miss Ranche Cary Usu

Michigan Wheat Crop Report Shows Large Yield

An official release places Michigan's winter wheat yield at 3.0 million bushels with an average 16.46 bushels per acre from 10 000 acres. Ground is drier than usual and conditions favor promising wheat production this season. Oats barley corn and other crops are also estimated with mixed prospects.

Wiela Lansing Mich

Grain O Health Drink Promotes Easy Digestion and Schedule

Try Grain O to replace coffee in meals says ad copy for Grain-O a grain based beverage. It boasts rich brown color and stomach friendly formula presented with travel train service details and a local agent contact for more information.

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Foreclosure risk at Grand Opera House prompts Topeka theater move

In Topeka the Grand Opera House may pass to a Denver syndicate if mortgage foreclosure proceeds after year end. Crawford must raise about 716,000 principal plus interest. bidders include L B Kendal and Albert Newman, with talks of leasing, rebuilding, and relocating shows to nearby cities while a circuit may form across Topeka Lincoln Omaha Sioux City and Aurora.

Topeka ML Crawford Ower Crawford Kansas Avenue L. B Kendal Denver R. B Jacob Chlenzo Albert Newman Jacobs Academy of Musi Chlenzy Litcola Street Ahambra Newman Grand Opera Hoya Turtie West Uven Kamas City Abe Toothe St. Joe Lincoln Omaha Sioux City Alclsen Minaier Crawford Peneka Fastera Booking Syndicate Opera Lhewse Pumienstan

Efforts in South America lauded by Sir George Williams

The Rev. Jen Lee of Chicago M E ministers meetings on religious liberty reports receipt of a letter from Sir George Williams founder of the Young Men’s Christian Association. Williams praises English and American action to support Protestants in South American republics as Catholics argue for unity with the United States. He hopes Protestant missionary efforts will gain civil rights and religious freedom across the region.

South America George Williams Chienen Get Jen Lee Chicago Methodist South Ametica George Wilams Ingland Baintlacs Protestants Thine In the Fanari Soutih Ameria

Lake Huron tragedy ends with uninsured steamer

A steamer named Hale sank in Lake Huron after colliding with the Nebraska. All crew were missing. the Hale, owned by Mok Smadiey of Cleveland, was uninsured and valued at $3.00. Rescue crews and authorities battled treacherous conditions as search efforts continued.

Port Hur Lake Huron Nebraska Anc Enopainies Janrove Nebraska Hemline tewe-Hnes Mok. Smadiey Clideland

Married at Fifteen Faces Crisis in New York

Fiorente Hels, a teen described as daughter of former Kentucky Governor John L. Helm, lies dying at Roosevelt Hospital from morphine taken during a personal crisis. At fifteen she wed Joseph Marshall, who died a year later. she had lived in New York ten years and reclaimed her maiden name.

New York Fiorente Hels John L. Helm Kentucky Roosevelt Hospital Joseph Marshall

New Great South American Kidney Cure Promises Relief

A sensational cure claims relief from kidney and urinary pain within six hours. The remedy promises prompt relief of bladder and kidney pain, urinary tension, and discomfort in both men and women. Sold by Geo W Stansfield and Slim Drug Co in Topeka, Kansas.

Geo. W. Stansfield Kans

Luetgert Speaks On Trial and Prosecutors Actions

Chicago October ninth Adolph Luetgert vented harshly on police pressure and prosecutors citing Dorsey and the state’s evidence as biased. He recalled Cilenza day memories and claimed the defense faced intimidation while observing the trial’s conduct and potential missteps.

South Carolina Whisky Transport Case Delayed In Atlanta

In Atlanta the dispute over alleged collusion between South Carolina officials and the Southern railroad to block whisky shipments faced postponement after counsel sessions. A railway representative will meet with Wyuer deslors next week to discuss a form of original package site factors and compliance with state law. Mineral Water. J W. PHILLIPS, 12 W. Highth St.

Atlanta South Carolina Bluthertha Micke South Carlin Authoritien Southern Railroad United States Tudee Newman

WHAT HELM SAYS Kerr Letter Light on Heirs and Kerr Letter

An OCR readable fragment reports a statement attributed to Helm purporting to shed light on a Kerr letter regarding Pielokker heirs of Silver Lake. It mentions Sheriff Kaptoy via Sam Kerr and references a JournalLag item, with unclear chronology and potential interwoven names and dates.

Kerr Pielokker Silver Lake Kaptoy Sam Kerr Laglight Melmis Kepley

Convicted Convict Les Stem Seeks Georgia Reform

Gov Atkinson faces pressure over prison policy as the Georgia case unfolds. The article notes a major public debate on convicts parole terms, with calls for tougher sentencing and controlled releases. Witnesses describe harsh conditions and reforms urged by local officials and citizens. G W Stansfield references DeWitt’s remedies in a separate medical note.

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