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The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-05-18
NORTH TOPEKA.

items Intended for this column should
be left with the kimban Printing Co.
$50 Kansas avenue, before 10 o'clock in the
morning
J. H. FOUGHT is in Fort Scott on busi-
ness.
DR.. T. B. Reynolds made a business trip
to Meriden yesterday.
Miss Matte Miller has gone to Law.
renee to visit relatives.
Hazel Fulton is sick with the measles
at her home on Quincy street.
Henry Bernstein is in town from Mem
phis. Tenn. visiting his mother.
Miss Gardiner one of the teachers at
Quincy school is on the sick list.
w. c. Steele was one of the fishing par
ty that spent yesterday at Silver Lake.
Mr.. Bailey has returned from Richland
where he organized council of knights
and Ladies of Security.
a. F. Eby has gone to Colorado where
he will spend a week taking in the diff
ferent points of interest.
Little Annie Fowler of Manhattan is
spending a few days with her grandpar-
ents, Mr.. and Mrs. J. n. Henry.
There will be a called meeting of the
Ladies Aid society of the Second Pres
byterian church tomorrow afternoon at
the home of Mrs. Allen.
will deliver the anniversary address be-
fore the Epworth League of the Kansas
Avenue NJ. E. church tonight at O'Clock.
Special music has been prepared. 1t is
free to all.
Mrs. Philip Danielson and child will
leave on Monday next for Stockholm.
Sweden, where she will remain for four
or five months visiting her parents. She
goes in company with a party from Linds-
borg which includes DR.. Swensson and
others from Bethany college.
The last meeting of the Old Folks High
Five club was held Monday evening at
the home of Mr.. and Mrs. H. c. Bowen.
Mr. and Mrs. N. F. Conkle played for
Mr.. and Mrs. W. D. Lacey, and Mrs.
Bowen for DR.. T. B. Reynolds. a score
has been kept during the winter. and the
gentlemen having fallen far below. pro-
vided a treat of cakes and ice cream last
evening.
the river from Silver Lake is reported
missing. Saturday evening he secured a
boat from Mr.. Kennedy and rOwed to
the meeting of the odd Fellows lodge at
the lake. When he failed to return his
wife felt no alarm as she supposed he
was spending the night with relatives.
Sunday evening some parties wishing to
cross to the north side of the river asked
Mr.. Kennedy for the use of his boat, but
it could not be found. On a sand bar 10
feet from the bank one oar was found
kilograms were Immediately sent to the
lake but nothing could be heard of Mr..
Mattox as he had left that place at II
o'clock Saturday night. Searching par.
ties were out all day yesterday, looking
for the boat which is a light affair and
would not sink. Fears are entertained
that Mr.. Mattox has been drowned. Mr..
Mattox was well-known young man and
very popular among his friends. He was
in the employ of his brother-in-law, Mr..
B. F. Pankey, who owns large ranch
near Valencia
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-05-18
CHANGE OF VENUE LAW VOID.
A. a Hurd Discovers Fatal Error in
Speaker Streets Pet Measure.

A. A. Hurd, general solicitor for the
Santa Fe, has discovered that the law
passed by the legislature abolishing the
change of venue law and providing for
the interchange of judges instead, which
was prepared and championed by
Speaker Street, is void because of a
ridiculous blunder in its construction.
The title of the bill sets forth the
fact that it is an act amending section
of chapter e of the general statutes
of 1868. The error lies in the fact
that the body of the bill amends an
entirely different law, reciting that sec
ton So of chapter so of the general
statutes of 1868 is amended.
The first section of the bill relates to
the election of judges pro TEN, while
the other section relates to methods and
grounds for change of venue.
The discovery OF the error came
through an investigation of the law by
Mr.. Hurd and Judge Samuel A. Riggs
of Lawrence. The Santa F'e had a
case pending in Judge Riggs court, the
latter having an interest in the case,
consequently neither judge nor attOr-
ney cared to have the case tried in
that court. To discover the legal means
of removing the case to another court
or securing an interchange of Judges the
two men examined the law and found
that all of Speaker Streets elOquence
in support of the bill and his persistent
fight for it on the floor of the house
has been wasted on the desert air.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-05-18
SAYS HE owns OMAHA.
George Francis Train Renews His
Claim to the City.

New York. May 1s.-The Journal
says:
George Francis Train has reopened
his claim to the city of Omaha and he
intends to press it to the last. If he
wins. ne viii be worth $40, O0O,O 600; if he
loses he will be no poorer than he is
now
Certain of his friends have investi-
gated the matter and they are conVin-
ced that his cause is just and that the
claim, growing out of the old Union
Pacific litigation and subsequent pro-
ceedings, in which he was legally de-
clared a lunatic, is valid.
Those friends have formed a large
syndicate of eastern and western law
yers to conduct his case, and PrOprie-
tor Merrifield of the Continental hotel,
where, Citizen Train lives, and former
Mayor Bemis of Omaha are protecting
his interests.
The following characteristic interview
with Citizen Train will also be pub
Iished:
Ten days ago." said the citizen, "a
strange man, evidently a mechanic,
came to me while I was sitting in the
park. did not wish to talk to him at
first. but he persisted, and l yielded.
He said that a short time ago he made
trip to Omaha and there he met
cousin of his, who is a. lawyer, and who
lives in a handsome house in that city.
This is a nice place you own, remark
ed the mechanic. Yes was the re-
Spouse, but between you and me
really believe George Francis Train
owns it, because he bought the ground
on speculation many years ago. but was
cheated out of it. There is a cloud on
the title, though. and the same cloud
rests upon hundreds of other pieces of
land around here "
Citizen Train repeated the substance
of that conversation to Mr.. Merrifield
and he became deeply interested, and,
with former Mayor Bemis, made inqui-
" into the matter. The result was that
they have decided to attempt to make
the citizen a modern Croesus at the age
of IS.
Mr.. Merrifeld and Citizen Train re-
fused to divulge the names of the law
yers in the syndicate, but they admit
ed that it had been formed. Full de-
tails for publication. they say, will not
be given out until June.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-05-18
AT THE STATE HOUSE.
Kansas City Stcckyards Case
Now Interests Administration.
News From the Various State
Departments.
State Political Gossip Heard in the
Of6ces and Corriders-Notes
and Personals.

The inquiry into the reasonableness
of the old system of charges at the
Kansas City stock yards was resumed
in Kansas City this morning. Govern
or Leedy, in response to a telegram
from Attorney General Boyle, went
from Burlington to Kansas City yes
terday to confer with Mr. Boyle upon
certain policies to be adopted.
Judge David Martin and E. c. Little,
representing Martin, Little and Boyle,
went to Kansas City today to resume
the investigation on the part OF the
state.
State Accountant J. E. Riggs and w.
J. Stage have been making an exami-
nation of the books and accounts of the
nor, but have not yet completed it. Mr..
Riggs stated to a Journal report
er that the examination which is be
ing made will yet consume considerable
time
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-05-18
In the Sunreme Court.

Quo warranto proceedings were insti-
tuted in the supreme court today by
Otto c. Beeler of LeavenWorth who
seeks to GUST A A Fem from the office
of city treasurer. The case will be heard
in June. Mr. Fem is a Republican and,
under the law, holds over until his sue
cessor is elected and qualified. Mr.
Reeler and Miss Mckee were rival can
dfdates for the position at the munich
pal election this spring and Mr.. Beeler
won. He failed however, to qualify
within ten days after his election and
thereby forfeited his rights to the Of
fee Mr. Fem refuses to give posses
sion of the office, claiming that he has
tbe right to hold it, but Mr.. Beeler will
have the matter tested in the supreme
court
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-05-18
POLITICS IN The SIXTH.
A H. Ellis Now Seeks Judgeship,
It is Said.

a. II. Ellis Now Seeks a JudgeSh1p,
It is Said.
From the manner in which A. H. Ellis
of BelOit is working to secure the rec
ognition of his friends by the 1edefai
authorities who are just now engaged
in distributing offices, there is a we'll
defined opinion in the minds of the peo-
pie of the Sixth district that Mr. Ellis
again proposes to make the race for the
nomination for congress. There are
those, however, who believe that Mr..
Ellis seeks a. judgeship and Will waive
his opportunities Tor congress IN delef-
ence to an opportunity to continue the
practice of his profession as a lawyer.
Three other names have been men
toned as congressional possibilities: D.
J. Hanna of Hill City; W. A. Reeder of
Phillips and J. H. Reeder of Hays City.
Mr.. Reeder of Phillips was a candidate
for the nomination two years ago but
was defeated by Mr.. Ellis. Hopes to
see Ellis come out again and enter the
race.
The land Offices at WaKeeney and
Colby are being pursued with q good
deal of vigOr by some of the patriotic
brethren, among whom are w. S. Til
ton of Osborne, Ike Purcell of Cove, J.
A. Gill of Colby. H. J. Harwi, Hill City
Cy Anderson of Rawlins, F. 5. Hazel
ton Of Norton, N. G. Perryman of LO-
gan and NJ. c. RevilIe of Rocks. Joe
Gill is also looking with ambitious eyes
upon a position as judge in the Indian
Territory.
Five Of Judge Ellis newspaper friends
have been appointed pOstmasters as fol-
lows: j. D. Shook Jennings Echo; Lew
Headley, Gaylord Herald; Tink Reed,
Almena PIaindealer; ". H. Nelson,
Smith Center Pioneer; A. B. Baron, Kir-
win Globe.
Connected with Headley's appoint
ment there is an interesting story. He
was supporting Judge Ellis for congress
without variation until the St Louis
convention. At that time it will be re-
membered Judge Ellis became talkative
and gave out an interview denouncing
the efforts of the fiXers to make a sound
money platform. This made Headley
mad and he Immediately took Mr.. Ellis
name from the head of his paper, run
ming through the principal part of the
campaign without a candidate for con-
gress. Ellis was much put out at Head
ley and the two men had an interesting
seance in the Herald Office one day, the
result of which was that Headley was
promised the postoffice in return for
which he supported Ellis unwaveringIy
until the close of the campaign.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-05-18
Insolvent National Banka.

Washington. May 1s.-The comptroI-
Ter of the currency has declared divi-
dends in favor OF the creditors of insol-
vent national banks as follows: Ten
per cent, the Moscow National bank of
Moscow, Idaho; ten per cent, the Kit
titas Valley National bank. of EIIens-
burg, Washington; fifteen per cent, the
First National bank, of Eddy, New
Mexico; ten per cent, State National of
Wichita, Kan; five per cent, National
Bank of Illinois, of Chicago; ten per
cent, Baker City National, Baker City,
Oregon.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-05-18
The .sOIde Follxes Conoerte''

To be given next Friday evening at Lii
brary hall promises to be rich in mu-
sic and fun. In addition to the program
given on another page there will be a
select chorus of so voices under the d.
rectorship of Mr.. H. L. Shirer All
who take part will be dressed in ap-
propriate costume.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-05-18
EIGHT HOURS AND A HOLIDAY.
State House Employees Have Their
Grievance Righted.

The executive council, through WE.
Bush, secretary Of state, today notified
the janitors and fremen at the state
house that beginning today, they would
be expected to work only eight hours
and would be given a half holiday on
Saturdays.
The men have been complaining be
cause of having been compelled to work
from Il to IA hours per day, especially
the firemen.
The order affects 13 men.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-05-18
RUN ON A BANK.
A Massachusetts Bank Won't Let De-
positors Have More than
500 Apiece,

South Framingham, Mass, May IS
A serious run on the birmingham Saw
ings bank was averted today by the
directors who refused to honor checks
for more than 500 from each depositOr
taking advantage of the 60 day statute
in larger amounts.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-05-18
Wool Firms indebtedness.

Boston, May 1s.-The Indebtedness of
Chamberlain Bros. & Co., the wool
firm who assigned last week, is placed
at over 5000, 600 The banks hold from
S135OOO to $3.50 900 of paper. The firm
holds one million pounds of wool Co.,
600 pounds of which is held against
their bankers credit. This would leave
400 900 pounds clear of Indebtedness.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-05-18
Eduoated Aeitators Arrested.

London, May 18.-A dispatch to the
Standard from Moscow says the police
have made 60 arrests, most of the sus-
poets being men with university educa-
lions. although working as mill hands,
on a charge of planning a big mill
strike. They will be sent to Siberia
without trial.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-05-18

Madame Johnston Bishop, oratorio
sOloist will be at Hamilton hall Tues
day evening May 25th. She comes IN
der the auspices of the Young Women's
Christian association. Tickets on sale
at Kellam's and Brett's book stores.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-05-18

Cheops Council No. 2, Ancient Order
of Pyramids will give a. dance at their
hall. 704 and 7O6 Kansas avenue, Wed
nesdaY eve. Nav 18th.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-05-18

When the spring time comes, gentle
Annie" like all other sensible persons,
will cleanse the liver and renovate the
system with DeWitt's Little Early
Risers. famous little pills for the liver
and stomach all the year round. G. w.
Stansfeld, 632 Kansas ave.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-05-18
a Change in Brazil.

Rio de Janeiro. May 1S-The minister of
war. Gen. Bernardo Vasques, has re-
signed and been succeeded by Gen. Mar
cado Bittencourt.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1897-05-18

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The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1897-04-17
EVENING:

tie estimated that nearly 1000 peo-
pie we're carried over the Mineral Range
railroad yesterday from here to Hancock
The special that left here at 100 was
crowded and 80 was the regular noon
train. Both the regular and special re-
turning in the evening we're taxed to
their full capacity. "he Sons OF st.
George and the junior lodge turned out
in large numbers and attended the re.
union at Hancock. The Fifth Regiment
band accompanied the lodge. Supt
Shields and railroad officials are to bs
congratulated for having carried &C
many passengers without any acciden,
oeeuring.l
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1897-04-17

The second tandem bicycle owned in
this city was receiv ed yesterday at Her
mann's. Ii is the Stearns pattern and ID
finely built machine. The first tandem
here was Columbia and was sold to
Messrs. Vivian and Fox, OF Laurium, two
years ago. Mr.. William Slncock, OF Blue
Jacket, now owns the wheel and it is yet
in good condition. Bicycles are still COM
ing in by every train and the express car
yesterday afternoon was loaded with
them.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1897-04-17

Friends OF Will Libby, who left here
several months ago to enter the gro
Gerry bushes in Detroit will be interested
to know he has entered the employ OF
Parke, DAVIS & Co., wholesale druggists,
and has given up his grocery business.
He was employed with Parke, Davis 4 TO
previous to his returning to this city.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1897-04-17
:. Still On Top :.
And ALI ready fol- Easter trade, Everything in the
Cut : Flower Line J!
Bloy Block.

Part OF the proceeds OF the grand ball
to be given next Saturday evening under
the auspices OF the Austrian band at the
Italian hall, will be donated to Frank
Sedlar, member OF the band who was
80 unfortunate as to have his leg broken
at the Tamarack mine few days ago.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1897-04-17
morrow

The framework for new residence for
Mrs. Hansen is already up on her lot on
Sixth street. The foundation for the
new building was built last fall. The
new home will be large edfice and an
ornament TO the locality. Contractors
Bsjari & UIseth are doing the work.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1897-04-17

Joseph Chynoweth is making some i'm
provements to his grocery store on Fifth
street. The woodwork has been oiled
aud painted and partition has been cut
out OF the rear end OF the room where an
Office will be situated.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1897-04-17

Ed Swanson was arrested on Fifth
street last evening by officer Stuckle for
using indecent language. He ives
brought before Justice Curtis this morn
ing but would not plead and was re-
manded to jail until he could come to
some conclusion in the mattel.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1897-04-17
LODGE MEETINGS.

A regular meeting OF Tentonia Lodge,
No. 2. D. ID. II. s., will be held Sunday
next at the usual hour. As there will be
initiation Of candidates and other i'm
portant business to be acted eupon, all
members are requested to be present.
PET. p. znHR, President.
W. j. ARxpr, Secretary.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1897-04-17
Robbery In n,gn rIaee..

Special To the Evening News.
FRANKFORT, Ken, April IL - TIT
grand jury have just returned in
dictments against DR.. Godfrey Hunter
the republican candidate for senator, ex
Congressman Wilson, f. T. Franks, Cap
tain James and Thomas Tanner for con
spiracy to brlbe.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1897-04-17

The public reception which was to
have been given Colo mel Higgins by the
Salvation Army this afternoon was post
poned on account OF the colonel missing
the train at Chicago. He will arrive at
$50 tonight and speak at the Army
Hall. There will be meetings all day to-
morrow
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1897-04-17
Row About street Fares.

INDIANAPOLIS. Mimi April l7-Trouble
occurred here this morning, caused by
the new law fixing price OF street car
fares at cents, the result being that al
indictment has been laid against Presi-
dent Mason, OF the Citizens railroad
the company for refusal to obey law.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1897-04-17

j. W. Hart, the famous strong man
who has been giving exhibitions at var
ious towns in the iron country, is in the
city for few days. He gave exhibitions
OF his strength in Red Jacket last evening.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1897-04-17

r, d. Lewis, agent for the Rambler
bicycles. is in town for few days. Mr..
Lewis is an amateur photographer and
made number OF fine views about the
city yesterday.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1897-04-17
Fine Horses Received

Manner & Hunt, the Laurium livery
men, received a carload OF fine horses
from Southern Michigan, yesterday. The
horses are for driving and general pur-
poses and are all well bred animals.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1897-04-17

The Osceola band will give grand
ball at Lanctot's Hall. Laurium, on the
evening OF Monday next, the 10th inst
A cordial invitation is extended to all,
and good time is guaranteed to all who
attend,
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1897-04-17

The glove contest between George
Getchel, OF Calumet, and William Byrnes,
OF Baraga, will come of at Italian Hall
Wednesday evening, April 81.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1897-04-17

Thomas Shea returned last evening
from a two weeks vacation, during
which he visited Chicago, Detroit and
Mount Clemens. He is much improved in
health
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1897-04-17
Millinery.

Beautiful line OF imported and domestic
pattern hats and bonnets, also large
variety OF shapes and trimming mater
ials at very reasonable prices.
VERTIN Bros.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1897-04-17

All ladies are invited to attend my
first opening which will continue until
Monday, the 10Th. have many French
patterns and the pc 1ular Bradley Martin
hat. Miss NJ. B. LEARY.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1897-04-17
Notice

All cows and other animals found run
ming at large IN the Village OF Red Jacket
after Monday the 10th day of April,
1897, will be inpounded.
Bv order of
THE PRESIDENT.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1897-04-17
He mes.

We have now complete stock OF
everything you can ask for with prices
lower than ever. Give us call btfore
you buy elsewhere. Goods guaranteed
or money refunded
l.. HENNEs 4 Co. s CASH STORE.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1897-04-17

John Thoman left on the early morn.
ing train en- route for Switzerland on a
three moi tbs visit with old friends and
relatives.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1897-04-17

Ayoung girl wanted for few hours a
day to attend upon baby. Apply to
Mrs. Won LEM. 205 Eighth street.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1897-04-17

Look at the bargains in shoes Hosking
& Co. is showing in their window. No,
on sale until Saturday.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1897-04-17

Mrs. Frank Effinberg, ..of Laurium, was
operated on last Thursday for appendi-
cits. The patient is doing as well as
could be hoped for.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1897-04-17
Notice.

Every child up to 10 years old can call
at our store tomorrow morning, April Ii,
from s until 10 O'Clock, to receive an
Easter candy egg free OF charge.
l.. HENNEs & Cos CASH STORE.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1897-04-17

The residence OF Cashier III. s. Cotton
on Calumet avenue is quarantined. Miss
Hattie Field, who has been with the fam
lily, was taken i'll OF diphtheria yesterday.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1897-04-17

Miss Marjorie Mcdonald, oiSouth Lake
Linden is spending few days here the
guest OF Miss Ellen Daniel, Of Portland
street.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1897-04-17

WANTED-A girl to dc general house
work. Apply to Mrs. William Jaeka
Portland street.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1897-04-17

Some enthusiastic bicycle riders were
out with their wheels this morning, but
the roads are not yet in good condition.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1897-04-17

John Sailor the drsyman, is back here
again after several months residence at
Portage Entry canal.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1897-04-17

When ready to renovate you house see
us Tor furniture. We will save you
money, VERTIN Bros.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1897-04-17

Now is the time to place your order
for Cleveland, Eldredge, Crawford OF
Pelham bicycle. They are the best value
eyer offered in wheels.
CARLTON HARDWARE Co.