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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1897
Page
5
A damaged OCR fragment lists scattered names, places, and phrases in archaic spelling. It hints at a court or property related note with references to Windsor, Nashville, and Tennesse, but most items are illegible or garbled.
A fragmentary report from the Ctaho Democrat in Texas notes authorities burning a governor figure amid unrest and political strife. The piece references public distrust, imprisonment rumors, and a volatile climate as leadership faces widespread opposition and potential upheaval.
Government officials announced shipment of six thousand tons of steel rails and fastenings. The plan involved transport to Leavenworth and return by a military party led by G A W Conlon. Rhodes, former director of Cape Cooking, appears in reference.
A historical snippet notes Jerry aiding George as the Greater New York campaign unfolds. It mentions Henry George Moonpilen committee, key figures like Sirspeyry uel Sissiene, Fastie G. Mesule, Louke F. Post, Arthur Stevenson, and Philadel nia ties. The piece praises labor support and urges New York workers to grant authority.
An obscure, machine garbled passage presents a Chief of the Chowtawa urging submission to government demands. it hints at tensions with promoters and a native leadership contemplating steady leadership, sovereignty, and future paths amid pressure and upheaval.
Agnes Grace, oldest Sister of Charity and longtime superintendent of St Joseph's Orphan system, died at the asylum. Born near Emerbure, Nit, in 1612, she entered the church and served since the Civil War era as a nurse aiding dying soldiers.
A garbled note reports a North Side holiday event featuring a resurrected Mrs OLeary s cow and lamp display. The piece mentions a historic miling moment, festive parade, and a Lincoln park celebration led by local organizers.
Washington October 9 secretary of the interior announces an appointment list including Franklin County Chippewa Indian reservation lands and allotments in several tracts. Names include Howe, Karase, and Knilaly with land and trust duties noted. Bridge fire at Madison Street in Badger locale causes major loss and evades. 20 minutes after, spans float downstream. Also ads for medical salve and a cold remedy promote a German salve and Quinine tablets with money-back claims.
Andrew Mack returns as leading actor in Hoyt’s farce The Milk White Flag to Topeka next Tuesday. The piece, first staged in New York, features Ike humor and staging with Prices 38 cents to full lower four rows, 7 cents for first four rows, 50 cents rear seats, 2 cents for gallery. Tickets from Howley & Sweeney store.
London October reports debate the prospect of a rise in bank rates if gold exports to America continue. Analysts caution the price may not rise yet as large sums could be deterred. Major William Livermore named engineer officer for the Nicaragua canal project. he oversees the second free house district including the New England coast. A Panama Canal line report says the company paid off and shipped back home every African laborer.
A long, jittery report notes Governor Leedy speaking at Long Island and Congreswoman Curie addressing Betleville tonight. Various local items follow, including births, theatre notes, and transport updates, with scattered names and events across Topeka and surrounding towns.
A new submarine boat named Argonaut underwent a successful dry dock trial at Columbia Iron Works in Baltimore. The craft submerged for about twenty minutes and remained underwater. communications with crew above deck were maintained by a rubber plate system. Preliminary results suggest the submarine can perform its intended tasks, with engine tests and control systems examined.
Gustav Muller turns himself in to Rotterdam police admitting the murder of his wife and child. He presents four human ears as proof, and police then locate two bodies. Muller also claims another man killed the parents and mutilated their remains in the same way. He alleges he has disposed of fourteen wives in various parts of the world.
Police chief Irwin and Hayes reiterate a year old vow to end Carnival nights in Kansas City. Hayes says the parades provoke lawlessness and rioting, and urges action with Carnival organizers to prevent a repeat next year. He notes murder linked to past events and asks the press to help stop it.
Governor John F. Tanner of Illinois arrived in Denver yesterday with a party including Goy and wife Col U Elwood and wife Col J W Gates and wife and Col Joh Drake and wife. He came to see the mountains and mining districts, spoke of prosperity, and blamed Nashville trip failure on others while noting staff concerns over yellow fever and quarantine risks.
Washington October 9 Secretary Wigon of the agricultural department will devote all of next week to speech making in Ohio. He warns against exposing one to cold which may lead to pneumonia or consumption. He endorses One Minute Cough Cure for instant relief and a cure. G. W. Stansfield, 62 Kungas avenue.
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