13 Oct 1897
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1897
Page
1
A major blaze at a famed Chicago hotel broke out around 1 20 this morning. Guests were rescued by firemen with no lives lost though extensive damage occurred including the kitchen and cellar. Firefighters fought the flames as the structure suffered heavy damage and authorities began remodelling plans.
Ex governor Moret faces illness with ten MM efforts and a physician’s warning of extended bed rest. ACMI reports an attack on a chronic ailment, detailing health concerns and ensuing treatment.
A garbled excerpt cites a denial about a port plan named in the text. It mentions General Budgeta and a reorganization plan tied to the Pacific region and public property, with references to Trumbull and a Colonial Pacfic. The passage is fragmentary and reads like a misOCR of a late 19th century briefing.
A report from Simla in October 1943 states a Jirga group has presented their mandate and sworn to maintain peace and drive out Umea Khan's followers. The militants have threatened armed action. the statement promises restraint and stability in the region.
Fragmented draft from a populist faction shows internal conflict and calls for purification of party records. Key figures include Taylor Riddie and W. D. Tinton with cited savings and fiscal arguments, while criticism targets Republican administration and state departments.
The report details Governor Crawford proceeding with plans for the Columbian Building offices. Agent Lemmon completes arrangements for a new quarter, while rent figures are debated. Arthur Capper notes opposition within Crawford circles and seeks to lower rent terms amid political maneuvering.
Plans outline investments from 500000 to 1500000 for eastern capitalists to build sugar factories and refineries in Colorado. An agreement signed pledges growers to supply 1000 tons of sugar beets to feed these facilities. Expected sugar refining business to start in the state within a year.
Kansas City, Oct 2. In the second trial of Jota Kennedy, a top figure in gun raids on a Chicago and Alton train at Hive Cut, the defense argued amid delays. The case centers on a robbery deemed punishable by death, with a prior jury deadlock.
In Alton Illinois intense unrest followed a riot sparked by Black youths breaking into white schools prompting officials to mobilize authorities. Police reported clashes as crowds gathered amid tensions and calls for order.
Violent clashes erupt as a white teacher is struck during a protest over school integration. Police remove colored children from white schools after a crowd attacked a janitor and forced entry attempts. City officials, led by Mayor Grorkgeman, vow to enforce school laws while the Board of Education moves to implement remedial measures.
Alton news reports the Larvejoy Monument Association preparing for the monument dedication on November 7 to honor Pidah DP Davejoy who died in 1837. The group aims to invite national figures to speak, with ex-President Benjamin Haveieor invited to deliver the address.
In Indianapolis on October 12 Thomax Tagenst defeated Wh. Hard fox Cftep for mayor by a roughly five thousand vote margin. Republicans early conceded a Democrat victory while at large council seats swung to Democrats by around four to eight thousand in various precincts.
The New York Journal and Advertiser reports Greater New York voters favor Tammany in the mayoralty poll. Van Wyck leads with a large share of votes, Henry George Jefferson Democratic Seth Low Citizens Union, and Republican Gerry Tracy trails. Presidential appointments listed include Talbot J. Alvert Macyland Bun swick and others in France and Virginia districts.
In Chicago the Luitgert murder trial atmosphere grew tense as doors opened for jurors. Judge Tulhitt ruled, witnesses described coercive police influence, and Luitgert children were removed from the courtroom amid disputed remarks by ex Judge Vincent and attorney Phelan.
Evangelina Costa Cisneros, who recently escaped from a Cuban prison, arrived aboard the Ward Line steamer Zend from Havana. She declined to speak about Ler Lapridon and said illness kept her in her state room amid quarantine procedures. Special commissioner Calhoun viewed the escape as reflecting poorly on Spanish authorities.
Pittsboro Pa October 1 deputies raided De Armitt coal mines arresting 15 men including band members as strikers marching along the public road near the tipple. Prisoners were brought to the sheriff’s office for afternoon hearings while the band calmly played during escort. Superintendent De Armitt says three mines run at full capacity.
A Missouri veterinary exhibit features a remarkable single chick turkey that hatched piggish growth on its head attached to a dead mother. Workers found the well feathered turkey in a brood chamber and preserved the specimen in formaldehyde. The unusual bird, now in Missouri Medical College collection, draws medical interest.
In Fastbourne England on Oct 12 a balloon voyage carried Mr. Charles Pollock Arted from there to cross the Channel. He descended safely near Demart in Somme, about 14 miles north of Amiens. Pollock telegraphs the feat a great success.
London reports Glasgow plans a major international exhibition in 1901. Citizens push preparations, aiming to surpass Chicago's record. A guarantee fund grows toward 250000 dollars, with a total goal of seven million dollars in six months.
West Virginia governor George Atkinson's wife Myra Atkinson faced a forgery trial in which jurors deadlocked seven for acquittal and five for conviction. The case, tied to Judge Camden's estate, drew political attention and speculation about future Senate races, with Atkinson denying guilt and claiming strong backing from friends and associates.
Weather observer T S Jennings notes southerly wind at 21 miles per hour and possible rain showers. He cites a falling barometer with a chance of rain and a cooler night with a low around 62 degrees. Tomorrow is expected to be cooler.
The Grand Encampment of the Odd Fellows adjourned after meetings to elect officers and set future venues. G King of Cedarville was chosen and appointed guards, with new salaries and bonds set for the Grand Scribe and Treasurer. The Grand Lodge of the I O O F installed officers in Representative Hall and conferred Lodge degrees on about 400 applicants.
Banks in Ty Wha arrange to carry state expenses through January as $900000 in the general revenue fund remains exhausted. The First National Bank will cover state salaries and charitable disbursements while unpaid vouchers accrue 7 percent interest, with counties owing $300100 in delinquent taxes and city levies due to fund the January payrolls.
George Ww.warew. wir. Ine, one year old, son of Fred Glek, home at Fifth and Lincoln, wandered from home this forenoon with the servant left in charge. He was last seen near Sixth and Western avenues, with no clue yet. The child is a grandson of ex-Governor Glick, a noted figure in the community.
The Bank of Topeka sold to C W Jewell a lot on Kansas avenue between the new Jewell and Hogeboor buildings for 4090 dollars. Jewell plans no early construction, aiming for a two story farm style home next summer. W Snyder Bas bought the Kendall mansion on Topeka avenue from the Kendall estate for 110,000 dollars. The residence at 1207 Topeka avenue was previously occupied by F Kendall before his death. Snyder is a Clifton banker who moved to Topeka two years ago but maintains banking interests in Clifton.
A Houston Tribune dispatch notes Galveston improving amid ongoing yellow fever concerns. An International ship left St. Louis with Dr Guiteras and 17 passengers as health officials push quarantine measures. Local doctors say cases decrease while some patients recover. city authorities consider actions at a late council session.
A charity exhibition in New Orleans led to a fatality after a 14 round contest between Joe Cummings and Walter Griffin. Griffin won by knockout, Cummings died soon after the match. The event drew officials, doctors, and a large crowd, with police investigations beginning into the fight and its organization.
In St Louis Oct 1 1920 a man named Steber testified before Special Commissioner Dillon that he buried $15000 in a tin box in O Fallon Park north of the gates. Hundreds searched the park with sticks and tools amid tense scenes as authorities tried to recover the hidden money amid crowd chatter and speculation.
Danek a leading Prohibition party figure and former presidential candidate, died suddenly this morning at his home in Washington, a suburb of Baltimore.
Lyons dispatch reports Vacher, arrested near Belles in Alm department, confesses to killing eight people including men women and girls. Authorities say the alleged spree includes three sheep herders two young women and two elderly women.
Early morning reports say Charles A. Tuma editor of the New York Son is fading rapidly. Doctors hold him in critical condition as his life may end at any moment.
Sirs WO Marwin det at the residence of J J Hetro on Quincy Avenue. A serious accident occurred when a boy was injured while walking near the new bridge site. He was carried to a doctor’s office for treatment after the collision with a vehicle.
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