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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 28, 1898

Page

6

Kept in Hot Water in Huntsville War Camp Visit

Huntsville on October 28 reports detail from the war f e tatl Ratine committee inspecting a local camp. Four parties examined conditions with tents crowded and a portion of the First Division lavatory noted as substandard. Regulars from Cuban campaigns present, with Governor Bea yer and Dr. Connor visiting a generic hospital where a man severely injured three weeks earlier was kept alive in a critical state. The session adjourned after witnesses testified and a noon break occurred.

Huntsville War Faveatl Ratine Committee Yosterd Ternenn Piret Bierion Laventry Thiele Porto Rico Vicitim Connor Bea= yer Ssion Merit

Mystery Trial Fragments From Walter Nichola Case

Fragmentary OCR reads of a preliminary examination before Justice Guy. The scene centers on freeing Walter Nichola and a person named So'Sia, with scattered details of cards, portraits, and the courtroom mood. The garbled text hints at testimonies, witnesses, and an old woman connected to the case.

Larry King Justice Guy Walter Nichola Qinan

Silas Packard Dead Educator and College Founder

New York, Oct. 2 Silas Packard renowned educator and founder of Packard's Business College died today at his home in the city at age 12 years He served as president of the bust congress held under World’s Peace congress in Chicago and was a member of the Union League club and the Chicago society He authored business text books and advocated women’s business education at his own expense noting women’s equal efficiency to men.

New York Siles Packard Packard Business College Ue World Chicago Union League Club Ghigo Society

Cloak Makers Fail New Work October 28

Julius, Alfred and dareel Aniowich, formerly of J. Ablewich & Co, have filed for bankruptcy. The firm, once a leading cloak maker, failed three years ago after facing mounting liabilities. The record notes the firm’s collapse and the creditors, with little remaining assets.

Julius Alfred Dareel Aniowich J. Ablewich & Co

Rival Tobacco Trusts Organizing for War on American Company

New York Oct 22 The Times reports a Union Tobacco Company of America promoted as a 3100000 corporation through Seward Guthrie and Sivele aims to challenge the American Tobacco Company. Prominent figures from St Louis Baltimore and Cincinnati are named as potential players in this venture while officials refuse discussion. An independent International Tobacco Company reorganization at Albany with $150000 capital is not connected to the American Tobacco Company.

American Company New York the Times New Union Tobacco Company of America Wall Street Seward, Guthrie and Sivele American Tobacco Company Jaime G Willan F Sistler St. Louis HM. Elie Baltimore Union AU Bern PJ. Long Cincinnati Lia John Finger & Brother Company Louisville International

Gage Talks To Students At Historic Business College

Secretary of the Treasury Lyman J. Gage addressed students at the Histrian Business College for its 49th anniversary. He spoke on The Government as a Great Business Organization and outlined Treasury Department operations. Mrs Gage joined him, with reception at the Clinton House hosted by the Daughters of the Revolution.

Poughkeepsie Secretary of the Treasury Lyman J. Gage Histrian Business College Gage Poughkeepale New York Eastman Park Clement €. Gaines Clinton House Daughters of the Revolution Gaines Dre. Gage Opera House Mr. Gage Treasury Department

Grand Stand Demolished by Mob at Northwest Park

Chicago residents report a mob of men women and children used a trolley car to topple the grand stand at the Northwest ball park. A rope looped around the roof post was pulled by the car causing the structure to crash. Nearby observers say the park has long been a nuisance and neglected by authorities.

Chicago Ball Park Posarasion

Club Women In Session in Winfield Meeting

Mrs. Geo Ordway welcomes federated club women of the Third district at Winfield for the first annual federation meeting. Speakers include Mrs Lucy Paulen and Prof EJ Leash. Visitors from Chanute Newton Fredonia Wichita and Mexico attend, with club colors decoratings and songs marking the morning session.

Winfield Geo. Ordway Federation Lucy 5 Paulen Re Tout EJ. Leash B. Fink Nellis W. Cates Chanute Lelie Caay Lucy B. Paulen Carrie P. Cantrall Ligsle Kennedy Fredonia Grace Potter Johnson W. H. Pottle Aides Forust John i Kroenert Mason Arkansas City 5. R. Peters Newton H.G Toler Wichita Duncan Mexico

Short Ghass Tragedy Immediate Fatal Shooting

Leonora recounts a tragic event last night where Nates and Fillatt were involved in a deadly shooting after a dance. Fillatt fired several bullets into himself and may recover. He had been pressuring someone who had previously rejected him.

Leonora Phowt Sidiighean, Bitters Worthless Tsted Chicago Nate Fillatt Fillett Gil

Copper deposit location claimed by Copper River Indians

Port Townsend dispatch reports Ammons M. Garretty and others arrived from Copper River. The "talking chief" Nicholl declines bribe offers to reveal a copper vein he says is seven miles from Copper River mouth. A winter party plans to probe the Chitna river area for a major deposit, while Indians use copper for bracelets utensils and trade.

Port Townsend Wash GolfenGiate San Francisco GC. Cherry Seattle Copper River Ammons M. J. Garretty San Pran Thie Fie Chitna River Nicholl

Maccord Case Ends with Peru Damages Settlement

Washington October 2 The award of tre e of Canada to whose wrders theory ea submitted the claim of Victor Fr. Maresed Weath at the Government of Peru for damages sustained by reason OF to prisonment Sue. one o ft the revisition ary cutthoake there has been received at the state department Maccord is awart ed soho The payment of thie amount Santiens malpionsacis contrevirey wisely has been In preeress eae he Crited Bratos and Partorime 9 their ermipent having sersisvenriy ym mail Maal eae iy pretofore Urged reparation for Alss re settlement Re the case provides 11 as Sree pane ee to Maccord aie Feito ihe chick towtion sr Sunats 31.00 th a Gn Uns uy ou State and 311 ere paid before the td Ware brade Reows ta Set fee Fo Hon Samuel cartilpatis we he Maccord was the consular agent of the

Washington Tree of Canada Victor Fr. Maresed Weath Government of Peru State Department Maccorh Santiens Malpionsacis Bratos Samuel ‘Cartilpatis Maccord

United States Peruvian Case on 1835 Settlement Mention

The text outlines a 1835 United States Peru dispute reviewed by T. W. Penfield, detailing a brief cover and statements of vote, awards, and the claim for damages. It notes Peruvian government rejection, and Penfield’s argument that international law grants damages for such treaty breaches.

Peace Jubilee Ends With Old Independence Hall Rededication

Philadelphia crowds filled the streets for the final peace jubilee procession. Gov Mustings presided at the rededication of Independence Hall with prayer by Dr Brownson, then an anthem by 30 public school pupils and a poem by Florence Warle Coates. The civic parade began at Broad and Cumberland, highlighting local trades and manufactories with numerous bands.

Philadelphia New Republic United States Congress Mustings Brownson Country Publs Florence Warle Coates Daniel W. Hutchins Columbia Charles Warwick Broad Cumberland Aerest Neo Snowden

Local Birth and Community Gatherings in Shawnee Area

Bern infant born to Mr and Mrs Charles E Sutherland as local clubs Shawnee Camp 2800 Modern Woodmen of America plan to organize a Woodmen camp in Berryton this evening. Assistant Attorney General Snelling scheduled to appear at Lukens Opera House North Topeka Saturday. Colored people meeting at Hamilton Ball same night. Snelling not yet spoken in campaign. Populists hope his presence attracts crowds.

Bern Charles E Sutherland Woodmen of America Berryton Snelling Bones List Lukens’ Opera House North Topeka Hamilton Ball Munamere

Topeka Directory Plans Stalled by City Boom Economy

Sam Radges defends annual Topeka city directory amid boom bust talk. He criticizes irregular publishing, vows to issue by March if funded by Commercial Club, and touts past directories as for the city’s best interests. J F Myers contrasts with Radges, proposing yearly editions if field exists, noting Topeka should have annual directories.

Aza Topeka Sam Radges Radges Commercial Club J. F. Myers Col. Redges Col. Radges

Registration Figures Rise as Poll Books Close Tonight

At noon today registration stood at 7 604 with hopes to reach 7 200. The Second ward led the surge as shop workers claim high registration among employees. Registration closes at 10 p m for the general election though late registrants can still sign up for the waterworks bond election by November 3. Commissioner Yount will stamp certificates issued after tonight to bar post deadline voters.

Se Ond Senta Unie Lime Yount Tolert

Dress reform sparks debate on discipline of young men

In Omaha on October 23 the Women's National Council discussed dress reform, focusing on short skirts and their moral influence. Frances W. Letter presented the dress committee report, with participants including Susan B. Anthony and Mrs. Louise Barnum Robbins. The talk touched on male trousers, anatomy lines, and a proposal mirroring Russian corset restrictions during exercise.

Omaha Women's National Council Today Birs Frances W. Letter Mutsfield Tey Alina Shaw Susan B. Anthony Louise Barnum Robbins Adrian Mich Clara Bewick Colby Washington, D. C Nebraska CT. U Shaw Mra Deiter

Fitzrerad Murphy drafts new melodrama after Congress bid

Fitzrerad Murphy, once a Chicago congressional candidate on the fusion ticket, now tours as advance agent for Davis & Keogh presenting Daughters of the Poor. He plans a new melodrama titled A Crank from Kansas built around a Western pathos figure, aiming for the opening of next season.

Fitzrerad Murphy Willam Jennines Bryan Natomal Caympaten Murphy Davis & Keogh Company Daughters of the Poor Congress Chicago Fusion Kansas Mr. Murphy West

The Silver Lining and Its Irish Origin Explored

The article notes that The Silver Lining was written about four years before the silver agitation. It states Murphy chose Bryan as the model for his hero at that time. Murphy, an Irishman born near Dublin, began his career in the United States with John Boyle OReilly in Boston.

Murphy Bryan Dublin John Boyle Oreilly Boston

Tetanus Epidemic Rumors Sweep New York Area

Ten year old Michael John Walsh died of lockjaw at 407 South Second Avenue Mount Vernon amid rising tetanus cases. Physicians weigh whether tetanus bacilli are spreading in soil around New York as recalls of prior southern Brooklyn outbreaks resurface. A Passaic case involving anti-toxin serum treatment is noted and public concern grows.

New York Michael John Walsh South Second Avenue Mount Vernon Brooklyn Aaron Hemion Passaic N. J Nate Tanus Roux Pasteur Institute Paris Memion

Market Report Signals Mixed Wheat Decline and Cattle Pressure

The Associated Press market note reports weak opening for wheat with large northwest shipments boosting futures late, while December slips after initial drop on selling. Provisions show liberal hog receipts and cautious packer demand. futures turn downward with lard and butter shares. Kansas City and Blair notes reflect steady rye and hay markets amid light demand.

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Market Gossip and Wheat Receipts Report

Market gossip from Chicago and Minneapolis notes December outlooks and wheat movement. It cites mixed receipts and prices, with hogs, oats, and corn also mentioned, alongside 未clear forex and stock hints from exchanges and reporters.

Local Placeholder Mystery Row At Dawn Station

Fragmentary text from a historical page mentions a Saturday event at Coneke Post Hall and a France Jersey sow. It hints at a train arrival time and local figures, but the garbled OCR lacks clear names, places, dates, or outcomes to form a concrete report.

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