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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1897
Page
8
A lively ride crosses the river on a suspended cable car from the new bridge towers. Passengers including Mrs Gaines and her daughters enjoy the sensation of flying as the vehicle travels from the south bank to the north and back with four people aboard.
Actor Joe Jefferson spoke at the Massachusetts State Prison Sunday morning addressing Convicta. The celebrated actor appeared lively, delivered a temperance-tinged sermon, and drew silent, attentive faces from inmates as he shared spiritual reflections and a final scene in which devotion and restraint were urged.
United States currency commissioners report no official word on Britain’s Saturday decision. London hints Her Majesty’s government regrets inability to accede and suggests meeting on other plans. Expected reply may force commission to return home. British cabinet reportedly opposed mint reopening and bi metalist leverage amid banker and Times pressure.
Washington officials release an annual report by John A. Merritt assistant postmaster general outlining postal revenue and expenditures for the year ending June 1897. The document notes total deficiency over receipts at 8,157,063 dollars and details across ordinary revenue and expenditures.
Denver Oct 19 The Hooded mines at Leadville will not be pumped out as long as silver remains at the prevailing price. Ebon Shih, chairman of the commune appointed by mine owners to secure funds, said no pumps would be stirred. Funds already pledged total 10 9, with 55.00 more needed, and David J Atuttat, a principal mine owner, has greatly returned to give another dollar.
Windsor reports show most of the town burned out with only the court house customs house and a stand remaining. Two charred remains were found in St Ann street identified as Patrick Kelly and his wife. No lives were known to be lost earlier, but later evidence confirms the couple killed in the fires.
English bantamweight champion Peddiar Palmer defeats Dave Sullivan of Boston in a 20 round world title match at the National Sporting Club to claim the prize of 3600 and vast betting action. Sullivan at times carried the action but Palmer’s superior ring craft prevailed to the end.
Topeka baseball officials plan a Thursday meeting at the Commercial club rooms to elect directors and select two representatives for the Western association meeting on November 1. Topeka aims to bid for a Western league franchise for 148, with several cities vying for admission. Eight clubs maximize the league, evenly split east and west, if possible. Topeka must mobilize funds and assert a strong, persuasive case to gain entry.
Society enthusiasts plan a travel schedule for the Baltimore All-Americans and Chicago All-Americans including stops in Topeka Kansas City Denver San Francisco and Mexico with full-ticket sales and organized parties. The trip was halted by a yellow fever scare and a Sunday game is set in Kansas City. The teams will wear their colors and seek support from fans while exhibition plans unfold.
About five hundred spectators watched a one sided baseball game in pleasant weather yesterday afternoon. Fans began leaving early as the contest wore on. The score showed RHE 010202045 120 1HSCORHOO-1 with Batteries Horton and Clark Hastings and Donohuo on the field.
Emporia man Ben Wheldon sold his race horses to Dr BE Alexander of Chanute after a long running deal. horses include Free Coinage Miss McLane Tempest Allen Hur Free foises Filly and Mary McKinlock. Horses were transported to Chanute. One Minute Cough Cure recommended for lung ailments by G W Stans Geld 623 Kansas Avenue.
Chicago drivers report a platform under the Loop’s Superstructure destroyed by union action to protest coachmen conditions. An attorney for the Coachmen’s association threatens court action as scaffolding is left up to avoid contact with elevated tires. Entourage and carriages maneuver through the street as hats and personal garments are damaged by the obstructing platform.
Ladue predicts a Klondike gold bonanza with up to 15 million dollars in gold dust and nuggets ready for the first boat to descend the Yukon after breakup. He plans most of the winter in Chicago and will travel via the Chilkoot pass back to Dawson. Also noted is Paul Adams’ return for a funeral after a family inquiry, and a local death and rheumatism cure ad followed by Santa Fe California Limited seasonal service.
The Tiskilwa edition touts Dr King’s New Discovery as the true remedy for consumption coughs and colds after experimenting with others. It highlights cures for coughs colds whooping cough and related ailments and notes a trial bottle offer from Swift-Holliday Drug Co. Also mentions DeWitt’s itch salve and a Washburn course opening with Clara Schumann Orchestra and soprano Henrietta Edica.
City council moved to protect shade trees on the north side of Thirteenth Street from Western Avenue to Topeka Avenue by approving a four foot wide sidewalk instead of eight. The measure aims to provide a safe pedestrian path while avoiding tree removal and curb vandalism.
Attorney T F Doran urged the city to reject a $906 claim from a prior meeting. The council, wary, ultimately refused but followed the attorney’s suggestion to deny the claim. The case involves a $300 old Decker Mailing Berry claim linked to garnishment by Topeka Brick Co and a receiver who fled an indemnity bond. Pottinger, never paid, seeks city payment again.
D and Eckert propose to plat land west of Western Avenue and south of Fourteenth Street, calling it Eckert s addition. They seek to open Fillmore Street and alleys at city expense, asking two years sidewalk tax exemption. proposal referred to streets and walks committee.
The council last night set the Roundtree drainage district levy to fund bonds and pay a contractor. An ordinance was passed under suspension of the rules. A $100 award was granted to Mrs. Annie Lanham for sidewalk injuries, with the city deferring a damage claim. Madison Street improvements between Fifth and Sixth Streets were referred to the streets committee with authority to act. August Wallin and Mary Ann Logsan were granted licenses to peddle broom sales and medicine respectively.
A Paris arrival brings Anthony Hope, famed for The Prisoner of Zenda, and hints at a sequel. He dodges revealing the Rudolph Rascendyl ending, noting sequels differ and promising later details. Also noted: local cures and Fort Riley excursion plans with schedules and drills for visitors.
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