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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Sep 26, 1898

Page

3

Newton Bears Lost in London Five Special Scenes

Fragmented OCR item lists multiple titled scenes and performers including Hiemil of the Ewart Kink and Dey of the Gaiomes with references to Old London streets and a Pan-pipe group. Mentions a “Gut Your Money's Worth” private gallery price and balcony seating details.

Newton Bears London Hiemil The Ewart Kink Heart of Menikmoon Dey Gaiomes Old London Job

Blind Boone Concert At First Christian Church Tonight

Blind Boone performs a concert at First Christian Church tonight. The event showcases the noted pianist’s harmonies and blues influenced pieces, drawing local audiences to the venue.

First Christian Church

Trial of Rev G E Morrison Opens in Fort Worth Texas

Fort Worth Texas begins the sensational murder trial of Reverend G E Morrison of Panhandle City accused of poisoning his wife last year. Morrison, once pastor of the Northern Methodist Church, was arrested in Topeka and detained before release under Kansas law. The case drew wide attention across Texas and the West as details unfold.

Fort Worth Texas G. E. Morrison Topeka Tex Vernon G. EB. Morrison Pashardie City Morrison Anastes Onl Morris Annie Whittlesey Topeks West

Disciples To Meet National Convention In Chattanooga

Chattanooga Tenn Sept 24 national conventions of the Christian church and Disciples of Christ will be held here October 12 to 20 The women s board from Indianapolis with Mrs O A Burgess as president conducts home and foreign missionary and educational work The general convention meets October 12 to 19 led by Rev Power of Washington D C The missionary society sessions run October 19 and 20 The event marks a year of prosperity and united effort among the churches in the region

Christian Church Chattanooga Tenn Christian Ebhdred Disciples of Ae Ae Ie Titan O. A. Burgess Intimmapolis Freperous A Missionary Society Canter Campbell Walter Scott Union of

Maria Teresa Floats Amid Warship Salvage Efforts

In Pinya del Este Guantanamo Bay the wrecking company under Lieutenant Jobsen successfully floated the cruiser Maria Teresa. Towed by Potomac and escorted by Newark Scorpion and Alvarado, she reached Guantansina Bay amid cheers and naval salutes. The Newark under Captain Gootrich aided salvage efforts as the cruiser prepares for a northbound voyage aboard the South.

Pinya del Este Guantanamo Bay Cubs Jobsen Maria Teresa Potomac Newark Scorpion Guantansina Bay Antena Tae Gootrich Renalkable Ssxistenos

Hard Road to Travel Across Yukon Exposes Fraud and Peril

Brindley Mills and P G Grant of a Montreal Klondike syndicate arrived in Seattle after four months seeking passage to the country via the Ashcroft trail. They joined in a search for Sir Arthur Carti who vanished at Mud River. Mills alleges foul play and claims the body may be in the woods. they seek a $1000 reward. They describe a harrowing trek with Indians, near starvation, and warn of fraud affecting many travelers. Mills and Grant traveled 100 miles from Telegraph Creek without provisions while crossing treacherous ground.

Seattle Wash B. C Brindley Mills P.G. Grant Ashcroft Soverelis Sir Arthur Carti Mud River Arthur Mr. Sills Mills Telegraph Creek Grant Elevealth Creek

Horses Not Heroes Sold at Very Low Prices by Rough Riders

In New York, a public sale put Rough Rider horses on the block, drawing crowds on Forty Fourth Street. Auctions moved quickly as buyers eyed horses unused in Cuba, with prices from 7.50 to 57. The event showcased the riders’ mounts and included graphic, chaotic scenes as horses were driven into the arena and bid upon by bidders from Arizona and beyond.

New York Bufraio Ieee Ceee Erie Baca Cuba Roosevelt Ae Gil Turpa Cubs Montauk Doerr & Carrol Establishment Avery Dworty-fourth Street Third Fourth Avenues Ja P. Doerr Doerr Arizona Forey-Cewea Forse Bien Simest Sonia

Odd Wedding Plan Ends With Refusal in Muncie

Ida Mecang of Greenville Ohio and Buckley of Bol0 Ohio planned a Sept 3 wedding at a Muncie Vendome hotel after three weeks of correspondence. On arrival the bride learned the groom was nearly thirty years her senior and refused to marry, ending the ceremony. Local reports note Buckley’s prior long-time involvement with the bride and her decision to call off the marriage amid tension.

Muncle Ind Ida Mecang Greenville Oe Zee Eee Bolo Ieee Munele Col Re Teean Buckley Stas

Thinks Andree Dead andree Arctic balloon theory death

A German Admiralty Councilor Koldewey reflects on Andree’s Arctic expedition and the failed balloon mission. He argues the balloon could not have survived the polar conditions, sinking on the ice rather than reaching the Roidensy area, with the crew likely unable to endure.

Bertin Admiralty Koldewey Germany Arctic Jereaboute Andree Uca Hoste Andree Wien Minnieston Witt

Mrs Wooley Resigns Pastoral Post at Hampden Court

Chicago Sept 2 The resignation of Celia Parker Wooley from the Indepsigent Liberal church at Hampden court was accepted yesterday. Ill health since last winter forced retreat though physicians advise relief from church work. She plans to pursue literary work and lectures while ongoing doubt remains about continued church role.

Chicago Hamipden Court Celia Parker Wooley Phureh Thuir Worley Fey Wooley Hampden Court Tv 2

Milwaukee fair fate debated by state board questions

Milwaukee on September 26 weighs the first annual state fair under the Wisconsin state board of agriculture. The outcome could decide whether the fair remains under state supervision in Milwaukee County grounds and its future in the legislature next winter. Diphtheria spreads as city reports cases and hospital concerns rise.

Board of Agriculture Wisconsin Milwaukee Wisconsin State Board of Agriculture Milwaukee County State Board Fair

Fort Worth Promotes Miss River Basin Canal Plan

A revived proposal outlines a vast canal linking the Mississippi to eastern Texas to drain floods and boost trade. Advocates compare it to Russia's 1100 mile Baltic run, envisioning irrigation of the Southwest and a potential Great Lakes to Gulf of Mexico waterway.

Fort Worth Tex Texas Missiissippi Mexico Michigan Chicago St.Louis Newsure Jansen Riga Dunk Dunaberg Lepel Beresina Dnelper Baltic Sea Cherson Rusela Great Lakes Gulf of Mexico Nicaragua Canal Atlantic Pacific New York

Panama Canal Route Favored by Engineer Ward

R G Ward long time Panama railroad engineer arrives on steamer Finance in New York to discuss interoceanic routes. He backs the Panama plan, arguing it offers natural water access, lower lock construction needs, and sea level feasibility, urging thorough American government study before choosing between Panama and Nicaragua routes.

New York R. G. Ward Panama Mic Cnjon Ward Panama Company Nicaragua Mr. Wand Pacific

Death of Edward Darr in Harrison Ohio

Edward Darr, longtime resident of Topeka, died suddenly on Saturday September 24 at his old home in Harrison Ohio. The notice lists S Whitmore & Broa Barbers at 735 Kas Ave. as local contacts.

Edward Darr Topeks Harrison O. S

Karnival Knights Parade General Orders Face North

Chief Marshal Robinson issues general orders for the Karnival Knights parade on Friday and the festival events. Parade forms at 3 45 p m on Quincy facing north and proceeds to escort the Karnival Queen from depot to Mrs Manspeaker's residence with multiple divisions and bands reporting to marshals.

Marshal Robinson Karnival Knights Depot Quincy Street Ith Street Ka Fire Department Organ Jackson Street Wenth Street Ourth A. W Harrison Teaus Street Marshall Tenth Kansas Avenue Hamilton Dana Harrison Streets Wear Quincy Streets Nortonville Kuehne A.B. Drum Corp Kim-+ vai Avst Stabham Norton A. P. Shreve Lindsay W. Rouns Jax Anderson H. M.’ Philtins Opnenson Orvule Taylor H. I. Robinson Marsnat Bugier

FUNSTON'S BRIGADE MAY TRANSFER TO MANILA

Brigadier General Miller says he may depart for Manila on an early transport with the remains of his First brigade, including the Washington regiment. Colonel Funston leads the Second brigade with the Kansas, Iowa, and Tennessee regiments and would go last. If no general officer is named commandant at the Presidio, Major D. H. Kinsie could succeed Miller as commandant.

San Francisco Miller Manila Washington Funston Kaznasz Iowa Tennessee Presidio D. H. Kinsie

Kansas City Clears Suspect Train Robbery Link

In St Joseph authorities arrested James Morgan John Ryan and James McTheer on suspicion of Missouri Pacific train robbery. Detectives believe they are Iowa safe crackers with powder burned money seized near Dawson. Police chief Hayes says the men may still be connected to the train gang and will be kept in state custody pending verification.

Kansas City St. Joseph James Morgan John Ryan James Mctheer Missouri Pacific Iowa Pacific Express Company Dawson Towa Hayes

Suicide near Armourdain blamed on morphine and prussic acid

Kansas City dispatch reports Fred Langsdorf killed himself after an illness of four days with repeated morphine and prussic acid doses. He reportedly left a diary of his feelings and was described as the husband of M. H. Bukner of Hoboken, a bookbinder who deserted wife and family. The case, labeled death by own action, is under police review with sensational details emerging from the scene.

Kansas City Fred Langsdorf Armourdain M. H. Bukner Hoboken N. J Lukasy Tallica Bukner Accouing

Potter's Mistake and Edison Base Killing Reel in Deaths

In Toledo a chase ended with a man ordered to surrender and fatally shot as he raised his revolver. In Chicago Edison Base area Joseph Pratt was killed by Albert Danish after a heated quarrel. Danish vanished, then was found dead by suicide, fearing capture.

Toledo Bunde Chicago Edison Joseph Pratt Albert Danish Danish

To the People a Cheap Yet Quality Grocery Offer

A local ad proclaims lower prices than any city grocery while inviting customers to try and guarantee satisfaction. It lists numerous canned fruits and meats, baking goods, and staples with prices and quantities, highlighting “A Snap in Soap” and multiple brand names and items. The fragmented OCR reflects a broad discount grocery catalog with household staples and processed foods.

Soldiers to be admitted to National Soldiers' Homes

Milwaukee reports Sen. Mitch ell supports allowing Spanish-American War veterans to be cared for at National Soldiers' Homes when the Civil War disabled are not available. He notes the law allows managers discretion to admit other soldiers if deemed proper and room exists. He calls it humane to extend care to needy and disabled veterans of the war.

Milwaukee John L. Mitchell Mitchell Washington

Typhoid Toll Looms Over Dawson Rush

Three thousand typhoid fever cases are estimated in Dawson with about 9,000 people in the Stewart river rush. The Topeka carried Klondikers, many with little prospect of profit, while Dawson reportedly hosts a hospital for tramps and ships the ill for care.

Dawson Port Townsend Stewart River Joseph Ladue

Dying Soldier Bitter in Death in Denver

Frank Wicks, private of the Seventh United States Infantry, died at his uncle’s home in Denver of typhoid contracted in the Santiago campaign. He lamented mistreatment and neglect before death and requested not to be buried in his uniform. Born in 188? near a town, he served in the Spanish American War era.

Denver Frank Wicks Seventh United States Infantry Santiago

Yucatan Arrives From Ponot With 134 Men On Board

The Yucatan, Captain Robertson, returns from Ponce with 134 men and civilians aboard. The ship, delayed by yellow fever precautions, has been opened for a period longer than expected and will be discharged or mustered out once orders arrive. the crew are reported well.

Yucatan Ponot New York Robertson Ponce Enchorape Ee Quartermaster’s Department

Colomia backs down and other scattered items

A foreign dispatch notes Colombia reconsiders a decree on certain relatives and recognition of an Italian institute. A separate report from Key West describes the Resolved's arrival with supplies en route to Lexington. A tale from Santa Fe mentions a territorial cavalry unit moving east on the Santa Fe route. A Philadelphia item reports a cricketer’s suicide. Cleveland recalls Dr John Isom’s death. London reports the death of Lieut Gov Cameron and a note on illness. Pittsburg covers Santa Fe encampment travel costs and a Kaighes Templar agent alert.

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Sons of Veterans China Chambers Sean NEW Crawford Theater Blind Boone Mas Eure Garman Savings Swift & Holliday Drug Company Kansas Avenas Dirvat Lina Lake City Franshea Tland Union Pacite Allen FA. Lawla C. Fulton St Louis Santa Fe Hobeon Klondike Independent Liberal Church Enid Irty Mississippi Theee Canal Funston’s Brigade Knoxville Sentinel Mountain City Johnson County John Williams Sherman Dunn Mollie Shetton Potter Knox C. P Bonanza Navy California Warren's Java White House Coffer Chase & Sanburm the Star Grocery J. S. Sprout East Sixth Street Porto Rico Colombia Italy Colon Spechal Dimatch Hogots Key West Fiz Eral Wade Lexington N. M Rendeseqoum Port Whipgle Philadelphia Sept Ted Guicide Tommy Tors Cleveland, D John Fy Inom Cleveland Isom Cameron Ronhwest Ee Sityries Mmr Camerin Cevor Wilpen Micie Pittsburg Santa Po Kaighes Ora
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