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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Sep 05, 1898

Page

5

Labor Day Parade at Garfield Park Topeka Celebrates Day

Labor Day activities in Topeka centered on Garfield Park with a mixed parade and civic display. Barbers and Girl Cadets won prizes as crowds thronged streets, stores closed, and residents enjoyed the day amid patriotic color and community groups marching in an annual celebration now described as one of the city’s notable autumn events.

Topeka Garfield Park Labor Day Gartudld Park Eiere Tapcke Burt Wee Marahalis Dans Sven Untanilke Tie Hand Irbut Tapeia Trpegraphivel Union Ctrlendera Uoder Harnival Krehte Gavin Fey Madtadyan Trisha Padlinges Creditate Waites Charles Hudlidey Medlanus Perry Doris

Beale Warps Through Frontier Fight At Sea

A fragmentary report describes a chaotic continental clash with references to Beale and a Beale related sea event. Key figures and places are garbled, but the piece hints at a maritime encounter and ensuing delays affecting commerce and travel.

Arkansas Voting State Election In Progress Today

A brief dispatch notes Arkansas voters are casting ballots in an off year election with warm fair weather statewide. An estimated total turnout around 15 000 is expected as early results show detailed county tallies.

Arkansas Prvenen

Tremendous Tale Attracts Busy Friday Night

A bustling report from Philadelphia area games highlights a notable left hand catch and close plays. The Crawford theater plans for next week feature a breezy program with acts by Scott’s minstrels and the Al G. Field troupe among others, promised to entertain local audiences.

Crawford Scott al G. Field

Society Notes Highlight Local Guests and Travel

A long society page lists numerous guests visiting from Troy and other cities, with social calls, musical offerings, and extensive personal mentions. Readers note travel to Omaha, Chicago, Denver, St Louis, and Topeka, with transitions to church events and local visits.

Real Estate Transfers Reported in Local Deeds

Mary L Keith and Ausband transfer to Angie L Deir for 1000 dollars a lot 420 and east a15 Seventeenth street Keith addition. Chas FR Wedeon and wife transfer to Janes Hayes for 1 dollar an acre percent block 12 College Hill addition. Same to same for acre 6 block 4 same addition. M Thomas to Kate Wilson for 90 dollars lots 205-1-7-H-11-33 Oakland Avenue J W Morris addition. Wilkerson and wife to Attinnie Wilson for 27 dollars north half lot 403 in Rochester Cemetery.

Mary L Keith Ausband Angie L. Deir Seventeenth Street Keith Addiion Chas FR Wedeon Janes Hayes Samme T M. Thomas Kate Wilson Oakland Avenue J. W. Morris Wilkerson Atinnie Wilson Rochester

Populist Candidate for State Senator Named in County Report

The county central committee, abbreviated FW, names Prasine of Haas as a candidate for state senator. Wallare, a Mission township resident, was nominated but declined. The executive committee lists Coughlis, Gen. Wagner, Pred Close, Gen Hirdboe, and others. Queen Baking Powder ad ends the clipping.

Popiliat County Central Committee Bamed FW. Prasine Haasie Fusbin VOR Wallare Fema Tike Coughlis Wagner Hirdboe Co. Beintaaile Tnning

Bayard Condition Remains Unchanged After 24 Hours

In Dedham Massachusetts on September 0 it was announced at Kalstein that the condition of Thomas F Bayard remained unchanged from the past twenty four hours. Physicians are in constant attendance.

Dedham Mass Kalrstéin Thomas F. Bayard

Actor Memories of Lawrence A. McCarthy Star of Damon and Pythian

Lawrence A. McCarthy, veteran actor and producer of Damon and Pythian, recalls a career spanning from early stage days to supporting famed performers like Richard Mansfield and Edwin Booth. He preserves memories of John McCullough, Mansfield, and Mansfield's fear of forgetting lines, describing Mansfield as Banquo to his stage fears while noting McCarthy now runs a dramatic school in St. Louis.

Lawrence A. McCarthy Immortalis McCarthy John McCullough McCullough Genith Dionysius Edwin Booth Richard Mansfield Himvell Mansfiela Manstela Mansfield Macpfield Fonger St. Louis

State officers on Labor Day duty and travel

Governor Leedy delivers a Labor Day speech in Kansas City Kansas then plans to travel to Topeka with Republican nominee W E Stanley this evening. Secretary of State Rushie stays in Kansas City, Superintendent Stryker is at home, Attorney General Hoyle is in Colorado, Auditor Morris is sick.

Leedy Kansas City Kan Wil Topeka W. E. Stanley Republcan Rushie Stryker Hoyle Colorado Morris Heflebower Willams Mint County Webb McNall Dodge City Lewin Frank Hilliott Governor's Office W. E B. Topping T. W. Caffey J. J. Ryan Omeo Atchison Taylor Rine County City Garfield Park

Banks in Kansas Seen Better, Few Failures in Two Years

State and private banks in Kansas have shown improved condition over the past two years with only ten failures behind them. Bank officials and regulators credit cautiousness, strong governance, and the effect of new banking laws.

Breidenthal National Basic Examiner Ewing Kansas Hreidenthal

Dr Cob Resigns Denver Pastorate and Plans Move

Rev Dr EK Cob resigns as pastor of First Congregational Church in Denver Colorado and will move to Goblberteville New Jersey where his family resides. Cob began ministry in Denver after previously serving as pastor for seventeen years elsewhere.

Cob Denver Colo EK Cob First Congregational Church Gqlberteville Jae

Exodus at Camp Thomas shifts and troop movements

At Chickamauga National Military Park troops are rapidly redeployed. The Fourth Ohio batteries move to Celuras camp, the Third Tennessee heads toward Anniston Alabama, and the Eighth New York and First Mississippi are set to move tomorrow. Paymasters expect to complete payments for about 6000 men at Chickamauga. deaths listed include Connelly and Smith with several other privates and sergeants named from various units.

Chickamauge National Military Park Penis Oe Chickhow Chickaranagss Ill Mare Jonester Chickamauga Connelly Zn Smith Rivute W. R B. Denison Pataneet H First Arkansas E. E. Walker Peivite First Cena Frank Draper Compan Massachusetts Joseph C Hane

Crawford Populists Nominate Slates at County Convention

Crawford county Populists met with sparse turnout in Pittsburg on September 1. J Widby was renominated for county attorney, while Judge Williams was denounced for issuing an injunction writ. Widespread support for Williams faded as reform figures faced the party’s internal divisions and the slate featured Looms, Wheyler, and Kaylor in various county and district posts.

J. Widby Williams Pittsburg Kan Crawson County Willeams Widhy Ikim Greerhor Leedy T J. Wilby Fovie Ween Oley Flo Reille Lee Radiey Chicopee H & Kaylor Girard

Excursion From St Joe to Topeka Fails to Draw Crowds

Rain spoiled a planned St Joseph to Topeka Rock Island excursion as forecasts predicted showers. Only a handful joined the trip despite months of advertising, with over 1 000 expected if not for Sunday rain. The St Joe train carried 12 coaches but few attended the Mund concert at Garfield Park. The state house remained open and visitors toured there and the insane asylum.

St Joseph St. Joe Towpeka Rock Island St Jos Toveka Garfeld Park Mary Insane Asylum

Gay Rhea to Perform One Week at Crawford Theater

Local dramatic news reports Miss Gay Rhea in Topeka for a one week engagement at Crawford Theater with opening piece An American Widow and special features between acts. Electric fans maintained for comfort. ladies free admission rules observed. Wednesday at Grand Opera House Damon and Pythias directed by Lawrence A McCarthy with a strong cast. proceeds benefit local lodges. if crowd justifies, the venture may repeat Thursday. Seats open tomorrow at Shim Drug Co. store.

Gay Rhea Crawford Theater Damon and Pythias Focal Antent Lawrence A. McCarthy Grand Opera House McCarthy Ef P Shim Drug Co

Death of early settler J. Alexander at Garnett Kansas

J Alexander prominent politician dies suddenly in Garnett Kansas at 68 cholera morbus he was an early settler in the county and a Republican leader funeral planned today. Fire at Inman McPherson: Palmer and two helpers escape naked as building burns destroying tools harness and horses no foul play suspected. New source of export wheat in Sydney reports 1,500,000 acres sown up 3 percent from last year with projected yield of 15,000,000 bushels for export.

Alexander Garnett Kan Kansas Ecemereas Hufe Guparrick Dust Isa Thieety Inman McPhereon Llaii Palmer Palsor Sydney N.S W New South Wals

Queen Louise Improves After Respiratory Difficulty

Copenhagen reports Queen Louise had a rough night with breathing trouble but shows improvement with 24 hours progress. She maintained her daily drive until recently despite the illness and fatigue.

Copenhagen Queen Louise

Omaha and Return $6 Via the Santa Fe

Two batteries of Night artillery from Burlington and Cedar Rapids were mustered out under Lieu tenant Hon. Omaha and Return $6 Via the Santa Fe. Tickets went on sale Sunday Sept. 4. The fast exposition train departs Topeka at 4:66 p m and reaches Omaha at noon. The Woman's Relief Corps will note the Santa pec Cincinnati special through train with electric dining cars.

Dos Moines Burlington Cedar Rapids Topeka Omaha Woman's Relief Corps Cincinnati Woman's Relief Corps Ae Sante Pee Ucket

Father wins custody of 7 year old Anita Klincksieck

Probate Judge Dolman rules for M. Klincksieck in habeas corpus case, awarding custody of Anita to the New York druggist. Court scene filled with tears as Laurents and Dillards react. Appeal discussed with possible move to Supreme Court while stay of decision holds until ruling.

Ania Klincksieck L. S. Dolman Klincksieck M. Klincksieck J. A. Troutmann David Overmyer Louise Laurent Clariss¢ Laurent J.B Billerd Anita Klincksieck Marcel Klincksieek Dolman Littl Anita DM. Knincksieck Neenie Mr. Klincksieck Aliss Laurent Mrs. Laurent Mrs. Hillard Court House Overmyer Court of Appeals Judes Dolman Supreme Court Mr. Kinneksteck Laurents and Dillards Mckereck Marcel Kiincksteck Mr. Hillard Papa New York Marcel Jas. A. Troutman

Queen Wilhelmina arrives amid massed crowds in The Hague

From The Hague Sept 5 crowds line the route to Amsterdam as Queen Wilhelmina and the queen mother depart the city. She wears a white satin gown and cashmere shawl, greeted by enthusiastic cheers along the palace to the railway. The next day crowds gather in Amsterdam with bright weather as thousands visit, the route adorned with arches and flags. A deference to veterans and soldiers stands in the procession, and a model of Admiral DeRuyter’s ship The Peace is displayed. The queen arrives at 2 PM and is welcomed by the burgomaster. Guards maintain order as the crowd sings and shouts. The Dam Square and Dam Palace are heavily decorated in the spectacle. Death notices include Mrs Findlay with funeral services noted.

Wilkie Topeka Ety Tech Boston Waters The University Edward E Chamberlin Kansas City Cire Nichol Monro Street Pecks Owen Smith KSUL Kon. Pemberton Ofayme East Martin Oswall Lillies Hafield J. R. Chambers Omaha W. F Weber Carl Indiana Lantern Pointe Orlin McCall North Harrison Street Cinelinati Maggie Kane Leavenworth Dan Supple Scranton Elky Sre Latta Watt Margaret Chamberlain Conte Isaac S Dement Chicago Standand Kansas Avenue Geneva Huper Maryville W. Beeat City the Hague Wilhelming Amsterdam Amaterium Wilhelmina Damplatz Bled Amatel Admiral DeRuyer Damplate Dampiate Guarda Dampiatz

Death of West Point football star in war service

Washington Sept 6 following telegram from Camp Wikoff July 4 Lieut Lucien Stacey a renowned West Point football player died this morning Commanding officer notes the sport culture of athletic students failing to pass physicals and questions if athletic training ensures field fitness after heavy service remarks that best field preparation may not lie on the athletic grounds

Washington War Department Wikoff Juel Georgehum Lucien Stacey M'Caskey Stacey West Point

Armed guard deputizes Panans amid mine dispute

Four deputy sheriffs guard Pana mine operators J. W. Overholt and L. Overholt travel to Taylorville for infant tion proceedings with Judge J. C. McGige. Officials from state labor, mines, and unions are expected. talks of injunctions, compromises, and troop deployment swirl as Springside camp faces contagion risks and residents seek Governor Tanner intervention.

Pana David J. Overholt Louis Overholt Taylorville J. C. McGige David Ross State Labor Bureau Ruttledge State Union C. C. LeForsee Decatur John Hogan LeForgee Springside D. H. Harts Lincoln Tanner Ming Galesboro Battery State Board of Health Sher Coburn Mayorwell

Lightning strikes Nagpale front. street damaged in storm

A lightning bolt hit the Nagpale building front Sunday shortly after 1 a m, shattering it and cutting telephone wires. Rain fell from early morning until 6 80 a m with 0.79 inch total. Cooler week forecast with possible thunder showers tonight and tomorrow, per Mr Jennings. Heat records from government thermometers and Kansas avenue shade readings noted.

Columman Jennings Kansas Avenue Weather Street Bureau Pou

Chicago Livestock Market Still Weak as Hogs Lead Decline

Sept 5 Chicago market report shows hog receipts up and prices mixed with hogs pushing higher in parts, while cattle and sheep pressure remains soft. Terms and figures are partially garbled but indicate weak tone with some price gains in select hog categories.

Chicago Sheri Worterns

Sale of Food Drive Items at Hartard Street

A damaged notice notes items for sale related to a community food drive at Hart ard street. It mentions two people and street names but provides limited context and unclear full details.

Gale Duara Evan

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