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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 19, 1898

Page

8

Bankers to Meet in Leavenworth December Session

The eleventh Kansas Bankers convention will be held in Leavenworth on December 3, 22, and 27. Officers include Ottawa president Dehison and Leavenworth vice president 5, with J. W. Thurston of Topeka as secretary. The program features an address of welcome by Edward Carroll, papers by Breidenthal on Guarantee Fund for State Banks and by Gacciner on Cattle Paper, plus talks by Jobes and others from Kansas and Oklahoma. The funeral election of officers is scheduled for Thursday morning at 10.

Leavenworth Kansas Bank Association Dehison Ottawa Roneurake Tope Frais J. W. Thurston Topeka Puesiday Edward Carroll Leaven Kansas Oklahoma W. F Lawrence Will Arn Alen Hf. B. Dawes Calvin Hoods Fimporin Henry Allen J. P. ‘Moore Horton Porter Sherman Kansas City Roswell I. Cofran Misa Cofran Bire Jane Thompson Osage City Mia Fred Bonebrake Attleson Aloha Whist Club Edna Smythe Phillip Elizebeth N.J Palmer Donald H. W. Moore Bastelle North Cedar Thomas L. King Omahie S. R. Peters Newton State Federation of Clubs Morndey Mra. W. A. Johnston Mita Mary Dixon Sacramento Cal Ronsxe Ernest I. Zin Boston Massip Topeks B. E A. W. Tanner St. Louis Mackinac Mra. B. W. Ghent New York Moss Lele B. Whitaker B. Tuchman R. J. Parker Chicago WJ. Black A. A. Hunt Chitaco Charles Bower California Dre W. Ho Wheeler Chapman Kan Viet Wheeler Abrs L. G. Heal Mise Hertic Hitt Louisiana Phillip Zimmermann St Louis J. Stravas Mra. S. Bernheimer Charie Losh Jalon May Bortatte Shorey Eva Shields Isabel Crandal Bessie Crandel Nellie Howard Shawnee Council No. 2 Amizs Fannie Nowitt Geawkie Arm Fins Western Union Mra E. Wittman Ja Moeser We. Tmub Whs Thomas Reagh Quincy Street Franen Charlemaine Manie Colé Eet Simm AL J. Arnold Jackson N. F. Conkle Joe Quincy Con Adah Conkie Mabel Hillis Aline Sophue WS. Kale Afr Aid W. S Charles J. J. Rodgers C. B. Jordan P. al Jordan Chih H. S. Hoyer Kan- Nag Cir W. le Byers Keo

Electric line proposal links Newton to Arkansas City

Wichita reports movement to build an electric intercity line from Newton to Arkansas City. Judge W S Babb backs public ownership, surveying Carthage, Joplin and other sites. If built, it would create close ties along a 14 mile stretch and boost regional travel and commerce.

Wichita Newton Arkansas City W. 5 Babb Principe Witte Sannetting Carthage Joplin Galera

Flood Extradition Delay Ties up Kobe Merchant in US Custody

Jamen Flood of Kobe Japan was arrested on arrival of the Steamer Cove and will seek habeas corpus in the United States. He faces possible release unless Japan requests his detention. Marshal Shin reports state department guidance and awaits word from Tokyo, with no orders received yet.

Japan Jamen Flood Kobe Cove United States Marshal Shin State Department Washington Flood Tine

Seven Mussulmans Hanged in Candia After Outbreak

In Candia Crete on October 19 seven Mussulmans convicted of murdering British soldiers during the outbreak were hanged. A cannw on a hill could be seen from the entire town as troops and traitors stood to arms. The execution drew shrieking crowds while authorities enforced order before dawn. A final warning served to deter further violence amid ongoing tensions at sea and land.

Candia Island of Crete Seves Mussulmans

Camp Meade Court Martial For Sleep on Duty

Private Townsly of the reserve ambulance corps faces a court martial for sleeping on duty and letting a delirious patient wander at Camp Meade Middletown Pa. Private Exsit's death from typhoid fever triggered the arrest. Three West Virginia soldiers from Company M remain in the guard house after refusing orders. General Graham stays until subordinates report back.

Camp Meade Middletown Girard Exsit Townsly Galing Graham West Virginia Mace, Mose Plant

Cleans Merriam's Son In Honolulu Disorder Report

Major General Merriam received Brigadier General King’s report from Honolulu detailing troop health and discipline and a recent clash between soldiers and citizens. The document fully exonerates Lieut. Merriam, son of Gen Merriam, who was accused of liquor influence and unmilitary conduct.

San Francisco Merriam King Honlulu

Johnston Jordan in Trouble at Newton Over Gamb ling

Johnston Jordan a Topeka colored suspect and key prosecution witness in a Petticide case faces arrest in Newton for shouting and gambling with Robert Pher won. Bond set at $200 per count, total $2,000. Preliminary held. case to continue. A second item notes a new peach disease in Miles Michigan called Little peacha destroying about 4,000 trees in Saugatuck township.

Johnston Jordan Newton Toush Topeka John Calling Joy Weigand Robert Pheron Jordan Pherwon Miles Mich Michigan Tiwan Saugatuck Township

Prize Offered for Original Cantata Welhe der Kunst

Cincinnati newspaper notes a prize of 1000 dollars offered for the best original cantata by Fred W. Alms. The work titled Welhe der Kunst seeks to glorify art and was announced on October 15.

Cincinnati Fred W. Alms

They Let Andres Go. Balloonists quit search. 25 claims staked

A Vancouver report from St Michael says the balloonists sent to find Andree have quit the effort and staked 25 claims. Death of Beaconsfield's Brother Ralph Disraeli, aged about 80, former deputy clerk of the Parliaments. Notices defer peace commission meeting and Modoc club gathering. Winter coin supply advertised by Davis & Nicholson.

Andres Vancouver B. C Fetter St Michael Andree Beaconsfield Ralph Disraeli Earl of Beaconmield Mr. Disraeli Paris

Is It One of the Trio and The Dr Dickinson Death

Fourteen year old Lark Dickinson found his father Dr D B Dickinson dead beside him after a two week drinking bout. Morphine bromidia and other drugs, taken to quiet him, led to his death. Neighbors feared the doctor during drunken sprees and an inquest was not deemed necessary.

Lark Dickinson D. B. Dickinson Lark Reyftev Dickinson Hin Locust Street Litte Dr. Dickinson D. J. Seymore Cormer J. M. Westerfield

United States attitude on Cuban debt and Cuba’s sovereignty

Paris dispatch reports the United States will not assume the Cuban debt or accept a sovereignty cession. The American commissioners reject annexation or control of Cuba beyond pacification and self rule. The move aligns with the intervention resolution favoring Cuban independence and free government. Nine Hour Day Adopted in Cincinnati by the Masters Benevolent Association.

Paris Spain United States Resoluttons Cuba Cincinnati Master Borepshocrs National Protectiv Association

Social and Personal. Hibla class entertained Tuesday

Air and Mrs W W Mills hosted the Hibla class gathering Tuesday evening at their home. Guests included Craven, Whitmer, Whitmer, Whitmer, Moore, Bien, Evans, Lawrenson, May, Thorpe, Caswell, Serrigo, Titus, Mill a, Anderson and many more. Mrs Lewis planned another event for Thursday afternoon.

W. W. Mills Hibla Craven Br. JR. Wuesoner We Whitmer Will Moore E Bien Joe Whitmer D. FR. Evans F. A. Lewis West Sixth Street Archibald Corser Philadelphia Airs James Ly King Rays Mra A I W. Doolittle H. O. Garvey CE. Spencer W.L. Newcomer CB. Rees Harry Olimer Arthur Murphy Leon Tuttle W. A. Morton George W. Crane Eugen Ware C. 3. Sutton V. Hinckley Mus Armin Fasnier Willard Hall James B. Hayden J. R Nankin Court Plower James_. King W. W. Webb Fred Freeman Charlee Buss W. T. Crosby Ance Prescott Bessie Stewart Mra Lewis

Will Fix The Pavement Inspects Topeka Work

Jonathan Myers of Gilacnite Asphalt in Topeka says the pavement laid on state walks and drives is unsatisfactory and will be repaired if not acceptable. He notes inspection pending, explains pavement hardening takes about ten days, and promises to correct any deficiencies. Boyle will speak, and the Mo cas will sing at Hamilton hall tonight.

Jonathan Myers Gilacnite Asphalt Company Topeka Myers Boyle

Cheers For Bryan and Roosevelt Rally Dullsville Report

The crowd in Wigwam praised Bryan and Roosevelt as Democratic unity was urged. Governor Campbell criticized the Food soldier policy and mocked deployment while citing regimental returns and political tensions. He referenced Roosevelt’s stumping tour and questioned wartime troop use in politics.

Tirecta Eral Mtande James B. Custis St Biiatie Ambax Mustis Andoe Itz Democratic Party Ate Oia New York Buffalo Bull Campbell Hoosevelt Florida Ani Roosevelt Anite Republisan Mike Cutie Inna Meyer van Wyck

War material embarkation at Toulon continues

Paria reports semi official denials aside that Toulon naval yards remain active with four trenchades and three cruisers loading ammunition and war supplies. Two transports near sea readiness. All trench officers on leave recalled. Toulon naval authorities remain reticent.

Paria Bebo de Paris Toulon Thers

Populist Flambeau Club Backs All People's Party Nominees

The Populist Flambeau club adopted resolutions denouncing misrepresentation by papers and pledging to support every People's party candidate in state and local races. The vote was almost unanimous, with eight opposed, after lengthy notice and a recent meeting.

Flambeau Club Flambeau Cub People's Party People’s Party Uobels

Real Estate Transfers Filed With Register of Deeds

The notice lists multiple real estate transfers including Wm A Knowlton to Tra W Hardick for 850 on Harrison Street Walnut Grove, Matt Edwards to Tra for Ti4 Harrison Street, T M Thomas to F E Clark 350 lot 148 Grattan Street, FR Feneky to Louie Alsdort lots 424 and 46 Chandler Street, Western Land and Lot Co to J Bripegar Jr 115 lots 34 and 72 Boggart Avenue, Jno Wimmer to Jno A Brinegar Jr 425 lot 370 Swygart Avenue in Western Land and Lot Co addition.

Beon Register of Deeds Af. Knowlton Tra W. Hardick Harrison Street Walnut Grove Matte Edwards W. Burdick T. M.‘Thomas FE. Clark Grattan Street Heerys FR. Feneky Louie Alsdort

North Topeka Social Notes Roundup

North Topeka tidbits list residents visiting Kansas City for business and health affairs. Local clubs meet with members sharing notes on history, human anatomy and charity events. Residents attend gatherings at homes on Quincy street and Union Pacific hotel, with several visits to Kansas City or Richmond Virginia.

Hutchinson Street Car Drivers Strike Halts Service

Hutchinson drivers strike over three weeks of back pay. Cars have not run for two days as drivers demand overdue wages, with Sunday morning notification to the superintendent. The dispute centers on alleged weekly payments and missing wages.

Hutchi Nson Citizens Wall Fistchinson Hutchinson

Sixth Street Viaduct Needs Urgent Repair

The city council wrestles with dangerous Sixth Street viaduct pavement decay. Built for 340,009 under Whaley and Lull governance, cedar block roadway and planks give way. Street railway lacks funds to repave, forcing consideration of alternative repair funding.

Sixth Street Messrs Whaley and Lull City Railway

Tyner Buys Controlling Interest in the Arena

Paul Tyner of Denver buys a controlling stake in the Arena radical Review based in Boston. He will direct the delayed October legislative issue. Tyner is a familiar Arena writer on sociological topics. Also noted, Hoyle to speak and the Mods will sing at Hamilton ball tonight.

Paul Tyner Boston Denver Bee Arena Radical Review Fr. G. Prower Legis

Trouble at Rossville township ballots in disarray

Rossville township faces a ballot mess as both Republicans and Populists fail to file nominations in regular form by deadlines. Populists tardy. Republicans five days late, leaving no official township tickets. Voters may need to write in names to fill blank spaces while politicians seek remedy. Also notes bonds found in Minneapolis and local coal company events and speaking plans in Hamilton.

Rossville Township Idw Rownville Hie

Canada Seeks Canadian Law Influence

John A Reid of the Northwest Territories writes to Attorney General Boyle seeking copies of the prohibition law from Kansas and related pamphlets. The request is tied to Canada’s debate over adopting prohibition. Boyle to speak tonight.

Canada John A. Reid Executive Council of Northwest Territories of Canada Boyle Kansas

Local Laundry Promises Cheap Family Washing Services

Town rumor confirms large volumes of family laundry are being done for very little money. The establishment claims to provide top shirt collar and cuff work as part of its service offering, aiming to attract customers with low prices.

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