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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1897
Page
3
On the Column ranch in Dycatur County near Oberlin a bed of fossilized animal remains was discovered. Ledges hold enormous petrified turtles about 15 inches across with partially petrified shells. Shark teeth and other extinct animal fragments were found, with signs of earlier exploration dating back to 1579.
A smooth counterfeit fraud surfaced involving a $2 note raised to $10. The Ottawa Horaht reports a scheme where a clerk and accomplices altered notes, with a bank inspection revealing erased facings. A farmer detected the deception when returning the note to the bank, aiding the case.
In Ware Gauders a gathering of Masons from Concordia Caneontia and nearby lodges convened to elect judges and discuss duties. Ten judges represented by vintners and tavern guests attended as part of an official session presided by Carnitad of the city. Details on proceedings and attendees appeared in the record with notes on legality and ceremonial form.
The eleventh annual convention of the State Bankers Association will convene in Wichita on the 46th of October. Delegates will arrive Thursday and be received at the Carey House with a formal reception. Friday evening features a social gathering at the Carey House with elaborate banquets and a full social program planned.
Leavenworth woman Mies Farrell, a decorative swirier artist, prepared a tiger painting for the Denver Wheelawin' club house. She failed to secure support locally and faces travel hurdles. Farrell is daughter of veteran Leavenworth wholesale trader Joseph Farrell and sister of a professor at the University, on leave in Italy.
A misreported move of a straw hoard factory near Coffeyville caused confusion. A local resident relocated his family, while foundations and brickwork progress at the plant. Lumber deliveries delayed by Yellow Fever fears hindered completion. the project schedules remain unsettled.
District court yesterday ruled in a case involving double liability of banks' stockholders after a petition of a creditor. Judge River presided as the matter focused on recovery and related financial obligations.
A defunct bank case mentions creditors and stockholders. Judge Tighe grants the injunction and orders the receiver to recover assets and distribute equitably to protect small depositors while addressing double liability and creditor claims.
Wichita Beacon reports J H McCall keeper of the Kansas Freemason possesses the George Washington apron worn in Masonic rites. The blue era yellowed relic, with the all seeing eye, bears lodge and Royal Arch symbols. A 1865 letter from John Wolcott confirms Washington gifted the item to Oliver Wolcott, via tracing lines to his father and grandfather.
A letter from Francis Whitaker packing company head Mr Whittaker notes seven British capitalists plan to visit Wichita in early month to discuss purchasing the plant. They aim to supply unlimited capital for operations and seek to gain a fourth stock interest to divert profits to the company.
Kansas City reports cashier George Al Tustor of the Argentine bank was found guilty in a sensational case. The jury verdict followed a spree of embezzlement and false statements, with the bank's losses estimated at $298,000. Evidence indicated the cashier held $9,000 in forged notes as part of the scheme.
Washington residents sue Corn County officials alleging mismanagement of city funds while weather spared Washington crops but hurt others. The suit claims county yield figures misstate payments and questions tax revenue.
Hanover October 18 Joseph Hasser of this place plans to feed his chickens this winter by trading corn for whiskey or wine. For a sample of this year’s corn grown in Washington county he will offer one gallon of four year old Kentucky whisky or a pint of California wine. The Hasser place is busy with Washington county samples, and the deadline October 21 draws near.
Police report a man named Joe Brockmark found murdered in a paint shop in Fayette last night. He was last seen Saturday evening with a large amount of money, suggesting robbery as the motive. The incident occurred in the corner of town, with friends connected to Fayette and Juptin reportedly aware of the case.
Frank A. Melver editor of the Hoxie Sentinel and Miss Mary Decker were wed in a ceremony noted by local press. The groom, an engineer on the Santa Fe railroad, resides in Dodge City and the bride is the daughter of F C Decker, former Sheridan county populist treasurer.
Judge Thayer presides as Stockyards attorneys present arguments in Omaha. The day's session ends with legal contending over private property rights versus compensation and interstate commerce questions. The hearing resumes tomorrow with additional filings and testimony expected.
Terre Haute Ind Cet 9 Terre Haute Electric Street Railway company placed in the hands of a receiver. Receiver is Salan Russetl Harrison president. Company has levy for delinquent taxes and owes other improvements totaling a heavy debt. streetcars have not run for several days.
Justice court notes report Edward Zehnder freed after a horse and buggy theft arrest involving Gilchrist brothers. Several cases proceed in Justice Chisney and Justice Meclin tock courts, including Lewis Gray assault and Tom Jotmann burglary. Health board tallies New Orleans deaths and New York press notes discuss Broadway show syndicate influence. A cold remedy advert promotes Laxative Hromo Quinine Tablets with a money back guarantee.
A medical advertisement touts the Pyramid Pile Cure as a safe, radical treatment for bleeding and protracted piles. It claims past salves fail, surgery is dangerous, and attributes success to a vegetable-based formula. A testimonial from William Handschi of Pittsburgh endorses its efficacy after three 50 cent boxes.
Special Master Enugens Quinton filed a partial report in the Burita Fe receivership case in the U S House court. It lists 0 claims allowed and about forty claims allowed with totals totaling 192 920 971 51 dollars. Names of several railroad related claimants and trustees appear in the text with various small amounts. The committee seeks to secure serend morience bonds against the old company with conditional allowances pending in court.
The Sunset Limited will begin semiweekly service from Chicago to Los Angeles and San Francisco starting tomorrow, October 19. The train, with vestibule cars, dining car, library car, and Pullman compartments, runs via Chicas & Alton, St Louis, and several lines, leaving Chicago at 3 PM and St Louis at 10 PM on Tuesdays and Saturdays.
Rumor ties Rock Island to a proposed line from Jansen Nebraska toward Washington with a southward extension to Clay Center Wahtebe tos and Herington Dickinson County connecting to the Texas and Sun line. The plan aims to link the Rock Island system to the south road at Enteries or Herington via Jansen division where Omaha and St Joe lines meet.
B and M announces improved Kansas service with a planned passenger train to Norton. The current mixed train, meeting monthly at Norton, often runs 3 to 5 hours late, prompting Norton merchants to push for reliable passenger schedules by November 1.
Industrial Commissioner J A Davis and capitalists study Santa Fe beet fields noting beets weighing one to six pounds with sugar content 15 to 16 percent. They expect a sugar factory may be erected here with government support. financier Jip Bien predicts Chinese capital will rapidly establish a large plant in the central Rio Grande valley.
The report describes a rapid demonstration of the new Dickinson locomotives built for the 23rd Society. Engineer Fernie Ste Keon operated engine 393 to move train No 2 from Topeka to Emporia, attempting a 20 minute time, with rain delaying the run and affecting timing.
Engineers in this city say that when engines are toned down to the right point, cars can achieve remarkable time with heavy loads. The statement emphasizes efficiency improvements and speed under load without changing overall design.
St Louis Men acquire 17 000 acres in Iron county forming a major game preserve. Mountain and Lake Hunting and Fishing club members include Charles Weber ex city councilman and John W Peckin. The tract lies in the Arcadie Valley between Ozark mountains with plan to gift the preserve to Missouri after 50 years if plans succeed.
London report says Sir Georgie Lewin for Lily Langtry asserts regular support to her husband after their separation. He notes Langtry paid a steady allowance through counsel and sent funds to Chester authorities for his care, irrespective of income from Irish property.
Captain Lovering orders a court of inquiry into Private Charles Hammond's treatment at Fort Sheridan. The panel includes Colonel Straw Snyder and officers from Fort Leavenworth. General Brooke notes no ruling yet and will review the court’s marching orders.
Morrix B Moran of Superior Normal’s football eleven was severely injured during a game with Stevens Point. Doctors say he is not expected to recover after a foul tackle near the Stevens Point goal left him with serious internal injuries.
In Louisville on October 19 a high diver named Bhee dy leaped from the Louisville and Jeffersonville bridge into the Ohio River, an apparent stunt for friends. He reportedly fell about ten feet, surfaced, and was noticed by bystanders as the crowd cheered.
Topeka election officials face difficulties over residents in Steele's addition south of Twenty first Street. A recent legislative change shrank the city limits by excluding Steele's addition between Oak Avenue and Western Avenue, seven blocks densely populated, affecting Fitts ward voters.
Weather observer acemnes predicts warmer conditions tomorrow for Topeka with a safe forecast. Nightly low reached 4 degrees as daytime temperatures hovered near 8. Rainfall last week varied across Kansas with Berolt receiving 420 inches. In Roswell it was 6, Tulma 74, Elaine 110. Police report arrest after Sunday shooting at Nick Chiles place on East Seventh Street. Linn Jatkwon, a Black man, was accused in the quarrel with Hardy Branford. Investigation continues. Branford sustained a slight injury.
A fragment reports the Ish American Democratic club adopting resolutions backing the Rates law and endorsing a Tammany ticket. The note mentions the club of about 0 members and a meeting in New York on October 1.
A rambling pastiche blends farm life memory and humorous vignettes. Poems extol sowing hay and cattle care while lines riff on country living, neighborhood visits, and Sundays in the country. Interspersed are short comic anecdotes and classroom quips reflecting rural and small-town life.
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