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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 19, 1897

Page

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Death of George M. Pullman President of Palace Car Co

George M Pullman president of the Palace Car Company dies at his home at five this morning after a sudden illness. He had been consulting at his office yesterday and appeared in ordinary health. Mrs Pullman was traveling from New York and is en route to Chicago. The stock market reacted to the news. Funeral arrangements will be announced by the family.

George M. Pullman Mr. Pullman Cutter of Prairié Avenue New York Falloun Maxpate Ingaire Toven Pullman Pullass Charles Baton York Kita Ula Hulise Pallin Mies Chicaie Chicas Pullerin Greater Revi Eikeron Dave Reo Pulte George Mtrnik Lensten Itongis Rumtetty Couneel Desir Ove Neuse Raines Hutier Telie Sanger W. Fullman M Pullman, Jr Will Drunk Lowden Carolan Bunyen Anderus Chicago Wall Street Tre Dea Myr Wallman Chicago Telephine Company Mateh Frank Lou Local Stock Exchange Horace Porter Paudine Palace Company

Death of Pullman Shakes Stocks and Trusts Across Markets

The death of Mr Pullman sent shockwaves through Wall Street and Chicago boards. Markets fell as investors weighed the impact on Pullman Palace Car Company and related firms. Horace Porter expected to succeed as president amid a trading lull. Mrs Pullman prepared to return to Chicago after news.

Rock Island Engineering Plans for Tonwkin Improvements

The Rock Island engineering department plans extensive improvements costing up to 100000 dollars in Tonwkin, including land purchases of 24 acres to provide additional track and yard space for switching. Officials expect new offices and a shop building, while some lines may be removed. details remain uncertain as work proceeds.

Rock Island Tonwkin Eee

Outbreak Reports Across States Reach Montgomery

Washington dispatch notes fever cases spreading to Montgomery Alabama and nearby locales. Reports list cases in Montgomery two, Mississippi six, with one death, and additional cases across towns including Cayura and Edwards. mortality linked to the fever strain remains under investigation by health authorities.

Death of W J Orendorff head of plow firm dies in Canton

W J Orendorff, 60, head of Partin and Orendorf plow makers of Canton, died from injuries after a railroad accident near Canton. A dispatch to General Alfred Orendorff confirms the death at Canton. A disturbing late night incident on East Crane Street involved George Hulbert Dan Hewitt Mary Moser and others kicking a door and causing a scene. Police later arrested Mrs Moser Warner and Constable Grice pending a trial date.

Springfield Alfred Orendorff Deatty Canton Willian J. Orendorf Maunumetur Ager Partin & Ofendorf George Hulbert Dan Hewitt Sire Mary Moser May Sheets East Crane Street Frank Brown Chick Markham Marsh Meredith Pete Aleadort Jett Moser Owl A Warner Grice

Verdict Expected in Luetgert Case as Jury Deliberates

Chicago October 1 weary jurors in the Luetgert murder trial resumed deliberations after early morning breaks. Judge Tubuthill planned to reconvene at 2 pm as State’s Attorney Deneen reported continued absence of a verdict. Defense and prosecutors voiced confidence in acquittal or guilt, while jurors endured fatigue and debated the immense evidence and testimony.

Chicago Luetgert Ulti Walcott Purkill Jaller Waltman Sobe Associated Peas Lad Bert Salt Oelock Judes Tubilt Biebr Attornay Phalen Atle Willie Charles Buergert Hive T Hive Uney Arnold Larebert Enlef Rkse Hie Boyd Dutier Brokrn Tuth Deneen Vincent Tatil Bi Conner Sron Sarge Tuthill

Thousands throng streets near the jail awaiting verdict

Chicago on October 1 crowds gathered around the criminal court building and jail. Thousands of men women and children filled the Michigan Street area with lines extending to Dearborn Avenue and north Clark Street as justice awaited a verdict following the Luetkert case.

Chicago Luetkert Michigan Street Dearborn Avenue Clark Street

Crowd noise and guard action mark Luetgert verdict day

Spectators packed the courtroom as crowds jeered and shouted during the Luetgert verdict. Deputies restricted entry while Sheriff Pease ordered crowd control to prevent disturbances, with three women among the only attendees to oppose the mob mood. Strong opinions and bets on a 0 to 40 range circulated as verdicts neared.

Pease Luetgert

Luetgert Crowds at Court House After Verdict

Crowds gathered near the Luetgert sausage factory area in Chicago as deputies faced a volatile mob trying to force entry to the courthouse. Police and sheriffs used clubs to disperse about 200 additional onlookers as tensions rose following the corridor suspension. Luetgert, told by the jailer his time was up, quipped about visiting Mrs Feldt and earning more money, expressing satisfaction with the verdict and intent to sleep.

Michigan Street Tyere Luetgert Nsast Chicago Avenue Hoffman Friends of Ips Chicago Luneteert Whitmion

Registration Push Drives Voter Roll to 7200 Names

Commissioner Yount reports about 7,200 names on the voter rolls as registration drives intensify. Polls warn fall voters must register by Friday at 9 PM with office doors closing promptly. Records show cross-party support and steady delinquent registrations, while notable entrants include United States District Judge Koster and veteran voter Gage as they participate in the process.

Yount Oelock Billy Maine United States Koster Pestiver Becuse Gage Wao Topeka Reputlicans Democrates Populleta

A Sherman Bank Fails In Sherman Texas

Houston October 19 The Cil Tank of Sherman failed to open its doors this morning. Directors met and decided to make an assignment. Cashier Fall says assets are four to one of liabilities with 64 000 debt and assets 200 000. A receiver petition was filed by EG McLean a stockholder. Pearl Stone and Son of Buffalo filed a deed of trust to protect preferred creditors. Preferred claims reach 86 000 with total liabilities around 100 000. Assets exceed liabilities.

Houston Texas Cil Sherman Tts Fall EG. Mctean Pearl Stone and Son Buffalo Leon County Fed

Deaths and Funerals In Topeka Area

The funeral of Cheilene was held this afternoon at Hoyt. W. Jordan died yesterday at the Salvation Army hospital of dropsy after being found in North Topeka in weak condition. The funeral for Dr. G. M. Morrow, 80, took place this morning in Rochester, noting him as among the state’s oldest practitioners. Mrs. Marilla Meath, aged in her 20s, died yesterday at Fourth and Potk streets. she was a widow living with her daughter Mrs. Evans and a longtime Topeka resident. The funeral was held from the residence at 2 o'clock this afternoon.

Cheilene Hoyt W. Jordan Salvation Army Dropsy North Topeka Valencia G. M. Morrow Rochester Morrow Marilla Meath Fourth Potk Dra. Heath Mrs. Evans Topeka Tsk

Women Active in New York Campaign Attitudes Shift

New York politics buzzes as Sheehan and Croker project Tammany strength while betting odds favor Van Wyck with 250000 of 475900 city votes. Republican headquarters rally for General Tracy and Seth Low as mobilized women clubs from 1896 reappear supporting both Tracy and George amid nightly meetings and mobilization in district clubs.

New York Messrs Tammany Tracy Seth Low George Trey George Sweans McKinley Bryan

Visiting Statesmen in New York Hear Major Figures Discuss Mayoral Race

In New York on October 18 dozens of meetings across the boroughs featured Gen Tracy Republican mayoral hopeful, Air Law, and Henry George supporters. Speakers included Postmaster Dayton, Seth Low at Masonic Temple, and Van Wyck among others as crowds pressed for positions on the mayoralty and city governance. The events touched on party loyalty, Nebraska influence, and broad calls for home rule amid a lively political backdrop.

New York Greater Gen.Tracy Clermont Avenue Brooklyn Tracy Air Law Henry George Lexington Avenue Opry House Gorge Postmaster Dayton Thomas Jefferson George Dayton Earl of Tammany Hall Mr. Thurston Nebraska Obie Obie Tan Taimaise Peromd Hobie Repubicas Seth Low Masonic Temple Louiisiana Ohio Petry Belmont Petricipal Simaker Academy of Miuste van Wyck

What the Fight's About In New York Campaign

Former President Harrison comments on the New York municipal race noting the clash over national and state issues beyond local matters. The split involves Democrats and Republicans with Law Independents and Citizens' Union influencing the one issue emphasis. Republicans debate focusing on financial terms and franchise compensation amid broader political aims.

New York Harrison Murat Halstend Oflice Citizens’ Union Jssues Enenia Ias Sinta

Political tempers rise in New York canvass over excise law

In a heated city canvass Democrats press the excise law issue as a factor in state assembly races. Tammany regulars push their candidate line while free silverites and Henry George factions fade from influence. Voter registry for Saturday exceeded expectations with Tammanys most confident as Justices Van Wyck maintains silence awaiting his acceptance letter.

Jovai Thomas Jefferson Henry George Ite State Assembly New York Justices van Wyck

George Fights Tammany with Moving Campaign Trucks

New York readers learn Henry George’s camp campaigns to push him as organized labor’s leader. Ten trucks will ship orators between corners day and night, while a labor committee urges financial support and representatives at George campaign headquarters. Hewitt quarrels over past roles, denying claims of private secretary work.

New York George Supon Campuion Tammany Mr. George Organized Labor Labor Campaign Committee Geotca George Campulen Tralen Gearse Ansnewer Abrams Hewitt Tiles Henry George Taster SM Hewitt Wren Hewitt George Angel Wai Mr. Hewitt

Bryan backs Henry George in New York mayor bid

Jefferson Democracy committee releases a statement claiming William Jennings Bryan supports Henry George for mayor of New York. Bryan spoke October 7 in Hyansville Indiana and was later interviewed in New York. He said George has a splendid chance and that the masses will support him. No direct Bryan letters or telegrams to George marshals are recorded and Bryan was not asked for opinion on the New York race.

New York Jefferson Democracy Willian [Jenningson Henry Ee Fo Muver Bryan Hyansville Ind New York Cty Pie Courter Henry George Wein New York City George Marshers

Harrison May Back Out Of New York Speaking Visit

Chicago dispatch reports Mayor Harrison weighing a trip to New York on October 2 to support Judge Weir under Richard Croker’s agreement. Advisors doubt the political wisdom of appearing in Tammany’s arena and may urge him to decline the invitation while a Cook County delegation plans to escort him. About 150 brigade members signed to attend the contemplated trip.

Chicago Mayer Uarrison Tey New York Judge Weir Richard Croker Red York Cook County

Bryan Denies Opinion On New York Campaign

From Chieyzo to Narvik Nebraska a Bryan message states he has not expressed an opinion on the New York campaign and will not comment on Mr. Wat. J. Ryan. The note references George Cicket and William Jennings Bryan in the context of Greater New York political activity.

New York Chieyzo Weller Thenrs George William Jeanines Bryan George Cicket Bryan Narfiik Campiten Campiten and de Pet Wat. J. Ryan

United Democracy Denied a Ballot Column in New York

Albany October 18 United Democracy will not receive a column on the state ballot. Justice Herrick of the supreme court upheld the appeal from the lower court ruling and ruled affidavits proving nonqualifications were invalid. Several names should have been removed from the petition due to sworn statements questioning their centeness.

Albany N.Y United Democracy Justice Herrick Supreme Court Herrick

Appeal for Seth Low Denounces Tammany Hall in Philadelphia

In Philadelphia on October 19, the National Municipal League issued an address to friends of good government denouncing Tammany Hall and urging the election of Seth Low as mayor of New York.

Seth Low National Municipal League Tammany Philadelphia Natural Municipal League Friends of Good Government United States Tammany Hall New Sack

Revolutionary Judge Williams Injun ction Decision

Editorial in Denver Republic supports strong federal limits on state action. It argues if Judge Williams may block state officers, federal courts could intrude in state governance, unsettling the balance between state and federal authority and risking interference with governors.

Tolstoi Sickness Reported Amid Reform Work

Berlin dispatch reports Tolstoi the station reformer is ill with an Ul Neas condition. The Livkal Anaeiger notes the ailment may delay or prevent the performance of a serious operation or project tied to his reform efforts.

Berlin Livkal Anaeiger Tolstoi

Cholera Breaks Out Against British Regiment in Iodia

A British regiment stationed at Birapur in northward India is reported and Somali casualties rise with forty dead among officers and privates. The Daily Mall notes the outbreak spreads among non- Romanlees and lines up further details from a reliable source.

London Mall Siropahite Birapur India

Unnamed Deputies Overpowered by Mob in Georgia

Report from Bamerville near Rome indicates two Black prisoners were attacked by a masked mob while returning with their captors. Deputies were overpowered and disarmed as the prisoners were dragged into the woods. Details on the fate of the captors and prisoners remain unclear.

Rome Meporta Bamerville

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