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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 15, 1897

Page

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Logan Strikes a Snag Over Hyde Park Refreshments

Prohibitionists collide with Logan interests in Hyde Park as a ban on serving refreshments at a show gathering triggers local opposition. Logan and allies push a belligerent stance while opponents led by George W. Riggs threaten actions to enforce the district prohibition.

Belleta Lex Hyde Pack Urey Baghdy Hyde Park Leider George W. Figen Logan Aloe Mrr Riggs Mr Rises Higga Lagan

Hunting in the Arena at Chicheo Horse Show Reveals Hunt and Rides

A report from Chicesi describes the upcoming Chicheo horse show events through November. It notes a hunting-went event with notable riders from clubs across the United States, including riders from New York City and other prominent clubs, with tickets to be sold for the event running November 7.

Chicesi Mt Washington United States Writ Barron New York City Adam Berksind Hondas Hunting Ontane WooMendrie Etamitten Ae Clit Bunteme Kwuriis Aung Uye Menbere Hamilton Club Huntary Three Mate Tie FC Stevets Cheney Vermont Niehold Toring Crook Tadie T. Creouiaw Scott W. T. Brophy Fox Logan Brute Michigan Titinob New York Pennayivuris

Cut-Out Dolls Sale Promises Rare Coloring Dyes

Fragmented advertisement warns of cheap dyes misrepresented as studious colorants and urges readers to contact Wells Richardson Co at Burlington Vermont for dolls and extra dress receipts. It mentions fake dyes claimed to color all fabrics and to imitate genuine dye quality amid health risk warnings and other goods.

Rome Wells Hichardson & Co Burlington

Judge Atchison Rules on Admission of Evidence

In a police court proceeding judge Atchison rules that evidence from witnesses prior to June 33 is admissible. Raynor faces charges and a previous conviction is discussed. The case recounts arrests, bail, and an appeal to the district court with a $10 verdict against Reynor and a 60 day jail term avoided on bond.

Atchison Frank Bay- Hof North Raynor Haynor Eple Waaly Uilge Atchison Reynor Jalil Omirt Blackznun

Offer to Goff for Attorney General Job

Washington dispatch notes the retirement of Justice Field opens a path to the Supreme Court bench. Nathan Goff of West Virginia, former congressman with Major Metcalf Wy, receives another offer for Attorney General but is not expected to accept.

New York Washington Sys Stephen Field McKenna Supreme Bench Nathan Goff West Virginia Congress Metin- Wy United States Besch Cobinet

Warning to Chicago on Tombs streetcar conflict

Washington dispatch warns Chicago authorities that halting Tombs streetcar use could trigger federal response, with soldiers possible. Department aims to protect street railway companies during transit, but charters and penalties are unsettled between city and companies.

New York Fieraid Washington Chica- RY United States Cherpelle

Schroeder Free After Open Saloon Trial Verdict

A Topeka district court jury returned a not guilty verdict for Lewis Schroeder proprietor of the Open Saloon. Prosecutors had aimed to convict amid a high profile case that drew deputies and witnesses, but the state failed to secure a conviction.

Lewis Schroeder Topeka Jetreere Sekward

Justice Court Notes and Local Cases

Justice McClintock handles cases including a $52.80 claim from G W Grubbs, and a Bank of Topeka related matter. W C Brownell case changes from misdemeanor to felony, and a State vs Walee for cutting Abe Henderson is dismissed. Jose Kaihotiner to face trial tomorrow for festival robbery. Frank Brown strike case postponed. A city roller sold by Aumin and Western Co shipped east. Noah Hower dies at 14 after long asylum stay. funeral held in Valence today.

Bacon WC. Brownell Moyele State Jose Kaihotiner Justice Guy's Court Mary Brown Frank Brown J. W. Postes Odstein Cks Aumin and Western Company Chicas Usnl Rock Island Railroad Noah Hower Iaming Valence

Van Wyck Leads Tammany with Most Votes in Poll

New York voters favor Tammany candidate Van Wyck in Journal poll of 277,871 records. Henry George second within about 4,000, with Seth Low third and Gen Tracy fourth. projected totals if the November election matched the poll place Van Wyck at 176,258 and George at 168,365 followed by Low 58,? and Tracy 70,? facing a 550,000 statewide turnout.

New York Journal Greater van Wyel Henry George Seth Low Citizens’ Union Gen.Tracy van Wrok George Low Trany

Dayton Accepts Nomination but Reflies the Platform

New York oct 15 dayton accepts the Jeffersonian Democracy nomination for comptroller while declaring he does not stand on the platform. The ticket includes Watters and associates for city offices next month. Fairchild denies withdrawal from Citizens union ticket. Dayton’s campaign centers on personal liberty versus political tyranny. betting favors Van Wyck and George with Tracy at long odds.

New York Jeffersonian Democracy Wayton C. 8 Fairchild Citizens' Union Grom Camploller Ule Ucket Dayton Evening World Mr. George van Wyck George Tracy

Shouts for George at New York Democratic rally

A crowded mass meeting at the Witwam in New York drew thousands around the headquarters. Shouts for George echoed as speakers including Amos Cummings and Thomas Grady attacked Croker and Tammany. The scene reflected division within the party with endorsements from the German Reform union and Citizens' union ticket. Alfred W. Crutchshonk to lead the Democratic ticket amid efforts to bar nominees failing.

New York Tammany Tall Witwam Recular Democracy Campbell Ohio Dlalno Cool Brown Grant Cumbiligs Hauser Montana Lawson H Tammany Hall Democratic Party of Croker Union Pacific Tammany John Sheetame Thomas Grady Lew George Tracy Mayer Strese Seth Lew Selzer Republican Party German Reform Union Seth Low Citizens’ Union Tcket Henry George United Democracy Alfred W. Crutchshonk Priced Democracy Citheenk’ Tekst

Tammany Fears Dayton Bia Candidacy Strength to George Ticket

Fears grow within Tammany as Dayton candidacy is seen as a strength for the George ticket. For the next fortnight orators will speak nightly in public halls and on street corners across Greater New York to galvanize support.

Bia George New York Spellt Wiil Greater New York

German Americans Split as Tammany Rivalry Rises

The Greater New York German American vote of about 125000 is breaking along lines in the Tammany contest. Germans back Low or Lobmer and expect others to favor Tracy or Gear for finance. George will not endorse Daytons economic views, while Bliss may preside over a Straight Republican meeting signaling White House support.

Dayton Pomptretcher Carriere Win van Wek Messrs George Gears Greater New York Bliss Eenex Lyceum Washington Uaivy Low Bt Candinatn Mr. George

Dan Stuart Seeks Fitzsimmons Corbett Reunion Match

Chicago promoter Dan A. Stuart said there is a chance of reuniting Fitzsimmons and Corbett in a new bout. He planned to travel from Chicago to Dallas then to Carson City to oversee arrangements for the pit.

Chicago Dan A. Stuart Fitzsimmons and Corbett Dallas Texas Carson Cay

Curtailment of Luetgert trial pleadings by ex judge Vincent

Crushed courtroom crowd in Chicago as ex Judge Vincent, chief defense counsel, resumes argument in the Luetgert murder case. He curtails further reading of circumstantial evidence and warns jurors to give the prisoner the benefit of any reasonable doubt. The day sees discussion of evidence, defense, and anticipated closings. State's Attorney Deneen to speak tomorrow. Judge Tuthill to read extensive instructions.

Tuthitl Vincent Lueteert Criminal Court Lenter Luetgert Lsw Charles Deneen Te In Tuthill

Mrs B H B Kelly in Peril as Gasoline Stove Fire Breaks Out

Mrs H B Kelly wife of a former senator was badly burned while extinguishing a gasoline stove fire at her home Ten and Monroe streets after a gas leak ignited the tank and clothing flames. She smothered the blaze with a blanket in her front room and escaped with severe arm burns and damaged clothing.

H. B. Kelly Kelly Tenth Monroestreste Kelly Schoal

Tiger Run at Leavenworth Fake Game District

Leavenworth Times reports a carnival week of crime with fakirs running fake gambling games across Fourth and Delaware streets. Kansas City operators target visitors, swindling residents and soldiers during the reunion with illegal penny-ante setups, a “Little Egypt” dance show, and a predatory street theater. Detective Brady intervenes when a soldier abducts a 14 year old girl.

Leavenworth the Times Fourth and Delaware New York Four Hundred Leavenworth Society Studens Jed Ted Joe Rosenthal Kansas City Delaware Street Adara Eye Feerul Woward Camp Alger Leavenworth Upelde Abe Kureas City Jimet Brady Winfield Company A 6Th Infantrs Brady Yaad House

Robbery at Chestnut street residence reported

A robbery occurred yesterday afternoon at 419 Chestnut Avenue where thieves broke a window and stole a small iron safe containing 3150 in gold, a diamond ring, and clothing while residents were away. The iron safe was found broken in the rear alley. no clues yet to identify the culprits. Presidential appointments listed include John A Barnes in Cologne Germany and Leonard Smith in Curacao with other officials named.

Robert S. Craig Washington United States John A. Barnes Haineis Cologne Germany Leonard BR. Smith Maine Curada Weer Indies William I Sands District of Columbia Seretary United Staten Zebou Korea Thomas }. Needles Hiinvis Ine Glans Viet Alexander Monteymery Reslice

MISS WILLARD ADDRESSES WORLDWIDE TEMPERANCE MEETINGS

Miss Frances E. Willard will address delegates of the World’s Woman’s Christian Temperance Union in Toronto on November 15 and the National WCTU in Moscow on October 22. She outlines 75 topics including prohibition, suffrage, and social reform, highlighting speakers from Ireland, India, Iceland, and Britain. The article notes the press department’s progress and praise for Mrs. Marc Hunt’s school program, plus upcoming Canadian plebiscite chatter and women’s voting advances.

New York Frances Fe Willard Women's Christ In Temperance Union Webober Toronto Christian Temperance Unions Borislo Miss Willard Miss Siuck Ireland Misa Parrish Jagan Barney Australia New Zealand Phillips India Ackerman Iceland Northam Fields Great Britain Schnar Finland Sweden Norway United States Department of Parity Marc H. Hunt WC. T. Ti Hunt Brussels Department of Physical Culture Arizona Washington South Dukets

Maher Challenges Corbett for World Heavyweight Title

A. Connolly on behalf of Peter Maher challenges Jim Corbett to a world heavyweight title bout with a $65,000 purse and a $75,000 side bet. The meeting aims to arrange details at the club’s office and reserves the right to open negotiations elsewhere if Corbett does not accept.

Maher Pittsburg A. TH. Connoldy Peter Maher Jamies J. Corett

Picnic Echoes Arkansas Mob Hangs Third Negro Man

An Arkansas riot near Cleveland county follows a picnic clash on August 11, leading to a man’s violent death as mob action continues. Tommy Lewis stands accused in a pocketpicking incident linked to the chaos, with two witnesses recalling the act while others contest details. The case reaches a courtroom and a train journey to Kansas City is noted for the accused.

Arkansas Little Tork Ark Cleveland County Tom Parker Rendall Tammy Tammy Tewis Justheny Taber Tommy Mea Brown

Cherokee council at Forty Mile Creek meeting

A large Cherokee gathering at Forty Mile Creek south of here discusses whether to quit their land born to the five tribes. They plan to argue why their government should not be abolished and present it to a senatorial subcommittee. The meeting also touches on Dawes and Creek agreements and aims to influence U S policy toward Mexico and removal.

St. Louis Pocy Mile Cepek Rere Indina Mexico Jedie Jéase Ahpreme Bench Cherokee Nation Forty Mile Creek Creek Council Melon Dawes-Creik Porte Mile Dawe United States seOiwlye Peport

Collision Show Attracts 10000 At Ga Carnival

The Col lision Show drew about 10 000 spectators including Governor and Mrs Atkins son and craft as two trains the Nancy Hanks and the Dixie Flyer collided on a mile of straight track at 40 miles per hour. Both crews leapt clear as wreckage spread with engines badly damaged but no explosion or fatalities reported.

Cada Gov Mia Atkis Nancy Hanks Dixie Flyer Mlle Wadlice Seoville Central Raid Speer Georgia Southern

Cabinet Deliberates Money Matters in Two Hour Session

The cabinet spent two hours weighing finances including expenditures for war, navy, rivers, harbors, and counts detectives. Officials reviewed department estimates, sought restraint to fit public needs, and considered licensing and reduction measures amid broader fiscal aims.

Rae Celie Kerg Dubey Cps Yeent Miemind Fur Liernases Yurinas Otter Department Mabherme Heught Beter Uke Chemin

Big Brewers Rally to Defend Against Antitrust Pressures

Chicago leaders and major brewing firms including Fortuné Brothers, Schoenhofen, and others unite to oppose what they view as a rising antitrust threat. The alliance aims to counter rivals and protect their market position amid ongoing consolidation in the brewing industry.

Chicago Cel Caicage Agliais

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