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The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1908-08-01
DEATHS AND FUNERALS.

Mrs. Sarah E. Marlette, who has been
i'll for some time at her home, Ill East
Eleventh street. died at 1890 this morn
ing. The funeral announcement will be
made later.
The funeral of William Pears will
be held at 2:30 Sunday afternoon from
the Walnut Grove church, the Rev. Mr..
Zook officiating, assisted by G. A. r..
post No. II, of which he was a MEM
ber.
Mrs Nellie Blanche Taggart, wife
of Joseph Taggart, died at their home.
1853 Lane street, at Ais D. m, July
81, aged % years IL months and II days.
The funeral services will be held at
Meriden, Kan, Sunday morning at 10
o'clock Interment will be in the Meri-
den cemetery.
Mrs. James Hummer, POI Davies
street, who was burned in a gasoline
explosion about a week ago, died at
her home last night. She was so years
old. The funeral will be held at ten
o'clock tomorrow morning.
Mrs. Mary Paggart, wife of Joseph
Paggart. 1853 Lane street, died last
night of tuberculosis, aged 2s years.
The remains will be shipped to Meriden
Sunday morning at 1870 and the
funeral will be held there in the after
noon. Mr.. Paggart is an employe of
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1908-08-01

the necessary permit and were married
in probate court this forenoon by Act
ing Probate Judge A. F. Williams. An
other license to commit matrimony was
secured by Thomas Draper and Laura
Murphy, both of Topeka. They gave
their ages as "a and "a.
DR.. s. Temple, Osteopath, 735 Kansas
ave. Ind. 1912. Res. 5174. Bell 1885.
Born, on July 81. to Mr.. and Mrs. H.
EpWith of 1735 Clay street a son.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1908-08-01
JACkSON'S FATHER DEAD
Has Been Sick at Home i'm Eureka for
Long Time.

Martin Van Buren, Jackson. father
of Attorney General Fred S. Jackson,
died today at his home in Eureka
after a long illness.
General Jackson was in Eureka at
the deathbed. For some months Mr.
jackson has been lying at the point of
death.
NJ. V. B. Jackson was one of the
pioneers of Kansas, and was intimate
ly associated with the early work of
John Brown in Kansas He was an
active ally OF Browns. and knew him
personally
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1908-08-01
Austin for State Printer.

W. A. Austin, editor and publisher
of the Chase County Leader at Cot
tonwood Falls, is a Republican can
didate for the nomination of state
printer. Mr.. Austin is poor, hard
working country editor, capable and
deserving, and the editor of the New
Era, for one, is going to cast his vote
for him. Every Republican voter who
is in favor of giving an industrious
and ambitious young man a chance
should vote for Mr.. Austin. Tom Nc
Neal has made a good state printer,
but also holds paying position as
editor of the Mail and Breeze. and. be-
sides he has had four years at the crib
and has had enough. Albert Reid.
the other candidate. belongs to the
aristocracy and is the son-in-law of a
wealthy railroad attorney. Vote for
Austin for state printer and you will
always be glad of it. This notice is
given unsolicited, because Mr.. Austin
is a poor man and is unable to make
the aggressive campaign that his
richer opponents are doing.-Spring
Hill New Era, July 80.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1908-08-01
OIL ON TROUBLED WATER
Flood Overturns Big Gasoline Tank
Near Florence, Col.

Pueblo. Col, Aug. Floods last
night in the vicinity of Florence caus-
ed by a cloud burst worked great
damage, causing property loss esti
mated at over 100000, and menacing
a number of lives, although there are
no fatalities reported. The cloud
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1908-08-01
THE NEGROES FOR LELAND.
Colored Republican Club of Wathena
Announce for the Doniphan Man.

Troy. Kan, Aug. 1.-The colored
Republican club of Wathena had a
large meeting here last night and
many stirring speeches were made
The club unanimously Endorsed the
candidacy of Cyrus Leland, jr., for
governor with a whoop and pledged
themselves to turn out in body next
Tuesday and work for his nomina-
ton. The colored voters Of this coun-
ty are very enthusiastic for Leland
Mr.. Leland's vote in this his home
county will he very large.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1908-08-01

Juanita Williams the infant daugh-
ter of Mr.. and Mrs. r. j. Williams, 351
Chester avenue, died yesterday even
ing. She was twin, 5 months DID,.
her sister dying last week. The funeral
will be held at 4 o'clock this evening.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1908-08-01
MIR. HUMPHREYS LETTER
He Promises to Be Energetic and Faithful

T. D. Humphreys Sending Out the Following Circular Letter:
Dear Sir:-
The primary election is close at hand. I can
ddate for the Republican nomination for the office of
county attorney, and the Republican voters will be
called upon to decide who shall be their candidate in
November myself or Mr.. Dreaming In private life
believe Mr.. Dreaming to be estimable citizen and
with that not concerned, but he has been in the
lmelgh less, during the past four years and
his official life is therefore public property
My views fully stated in the Topeka State Jour-
nal of July 25th and will be reiterated in the Topeka
Daily Canital next Monday morning.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1908-08-01

Tomorrow afternoon at O'Clock on
the east steps of state house, great
meeting for men. Music by male chorus
OF 20 voices.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1908-08-01

Tomorrow afternoon at 4 o'clock
on the east steps of state house, Rev.
H. L. Markley, of Freeport, Ills, will
address a great meeting for men.
Music by male chorus of fifty voices.
Come early and secure good seats.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1908-08-01

Cholly-Doctoh. have any symptoms of
bwain flag?
Doctor-Brain flag? Not at all, my dear
fellow; nothing but fag.-Chicago Tribune.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1908-08-01

L. M. Crawford is looking for a 8 or
10 room house, centrally located. He
wants to rent.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1908-01-26
Duns kevieW Of IraoC.

New York, Jan. 25.-R. G. Dun &
Company's weekly review of trade
says: More manufacturing plants
have resumed and money is abundant
az easy terms, but business feels the
weakened purchasing power of the
thousands still unemployed Buyers
have arrived in large numbers in the
local jObbing dry goods market, plac-
ing fair orders at the lower prices
named on some descriptions. and this
forward business was also liberal at
other large centers. Mercantile collec-
tons continue to improve. although
still backward at many points In
dustrial news is slightly more encour-
aging on the whole but there is much
idle machinery, and the coal output
has been curtailed on that account, to-
rether with the hardness of winter.
\ little better demand is noted for
products Of iron and steel, and more
plants have resumed.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1908-01-26
LETTERS MISSING
New Sensation Is Sprung In the
Noted bruce Case

London. Jan. 25.-The bruce case,
which has been SO prolific of sensa-
tions, has offered still another. The
solicitor for George Hollamby bruce,
who claimed to be the son of the
Duke of Portland. in the latter's dual
personality of Thomas Charles bruce,
and as such to be heir to the title and
estate, has made public the CORE
spondence he has had with the public
prosecutor. in which he asks that Off
Cial to assist him in locating letters
offered him by Miss Mary Paterson OF
New York, but which have fallen into
the hands OF a man purporting to be
his representative. In a letter to
George Hollamby bruce. Miss Pater-
son said she had several letters writ
ten by T. c. bruce to her mother, in
which bruce referred to himself as
the Duke Of Portland George Hol-
lamby bruce sent Miss Paterson
money to come to England, but &C
cording to her later letters n man,
representing himself as an agent Of
George Hollamby Druce.s solicitor,
called on her and got the letters. The
solicitor is anxious now to find the
letters, as he says they are necessary
in the defense of Miss Robinson. who
was arrested on a perjury charge.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1908-01-26
The Business College.

The school received an invitation to
attend the grand annual to be held at
Marion, Ind, on Friday evening, Jan.
oath. Owing to the distance, students
decided they would not attend, but
understand the affair was most enjoy
able.
Next Friday evening there will be
an annual at Muncie and any eX-stu-
dents who may be able to attend will
find a cordial welcome
Mrs. Beetle who has been on the sick
list for the last ten days was reported
better yesterday evening.
Miss Effie Welsh has been doing
some stenography work for Mount and
Son this week.
The basket ball team went to Milton
Friday night and played very close
game for when time was called the
last half the score was tie. HOwev
er, the two teams continued to play
until Milton won by one goal.
Mr. and Mrs. l.. b. Campbell attend
ed the annual supper given at East
Main street church Friday evening.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1908-01-26
.EX-PRES|DENTS
TO GET FAT JOBS
Two Bills Are Now Pending in
House and Senate, Each
Containing Provisions.
NATIONAL Representative
WILL SERVE FOR AMERICA AT
THE PAN-AMERiCAN AND ALL
OTHER INTERNATIONAL CON-
FERENCES.

Washington, Jan. 25.-As an out
come of Grover Cleveland's recent ar
ticle in popular periodical, bills have
been introduced in the house and the
senate which will provide suitable
work for eX-presidents of the United
States and give them a good income
for life. Both measures provide that
former Presidents shall be ex-officio
represe natives. for life. OF this cOun-
try at the pan American and other in
ternatiOnal conferences in which the
United States may participate, fixing
their salaries at $4,000 per annum
and allowing them $4,000 per year for
private secretaries, together with all
travelling and actual expenses incur
red in carrying out the work OF the
commission. The duties of the com
mission, of which four members are
to be appointed by the president from
civil life, will be to investigate and
from time to time, report upon the
several propositions looking to the
substitution of judicial decisions for
force in international relations. with
view 10 securing more enduring
peace among the nations Of the world.
Representatives Bartholdt of Missouri
stands sponsor for the measure in the
house. and Senator McCruary of Ken
lucky for that i'll the senate. and botn
believe that the plan outlined will not
only take care of the men who have
occupied the white house for four
years or more. but will give perman-
ence and stability to the investiga-
tions calculated to abolish war as a
means OF settling international dis
putes.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1908-01-26
Vaudeville at the Phillips.

Miss Eva Hazeltine, piano overture.
Nolare and Clarke, novelty wire act.
Billie Sheets. bird and animal imita-
tor.
Ed Kind and Son. black face sing
ing and talking.
Kitty and Master Nelson Sterling,
comedy sketch.
Miss Pearl Hale. illustrated song.
Sweetheart. I'm Thinking OF YOUR
Dear
Lortie ellison ana company. singing
dancing and character representations.
The cameragraph, showing the latest
motion pictures.
Above is tn complete program that
is to be presented at the New Phillips
vaudeville theater this ween.- a pro
gram that bears evidence OF more than
ordinary merit and interest: at least
this is Indicated by the reports that
precede the performers. \ local set
ting will be given the program i'll the
fact that the Kings Ed and Son are
to make their appearance each night
during the week in d black face sing
ing and talking act. If they are given
the welcome they hope for they con
template embarkins upon the vaude-
Vile sea, The headliners this week
are Lottie Gibson and company, dane
ers and character impersonators, who
are counted on to conclude the bill in
such way that a we'll established feel
ing will characterize all the members
of the audience.
Manager Murray is still convinced
that making the performance at night
a continuous one from 80 to 1918, is
a good plan, affording better Opportu-
nifty for many to attend, and avoiding
the crowd that would mark q single
performance. The three usual features
for the week will be provided A souve-
mir matinee for the ladies on Wednes-
day, a contest for the amateurs on Fri
day night and matinee for the chill
dren on SATURDAY.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1908-01-26
PRISON PAPER
IGNORES THAW
Indiana Reformatory Daily
Does Not Speak of Trial.

Jeffersonville, Ind, Jan. 25.-The Re
Hector, a daily, six-page, four column
newspaper. is now being published by
the printing trade school at the Indi-
ana Reformatory. the issue was de
layed when first projected year ago
on account of the lack of printers, but
there are now tws,Ity-three in the
printing school and the paper will
come out regularly as it is intended al
ways to have enough in training
Charles Reeder. instructor in the
school. is editor.
The intention of W H. Whitaker
superintendent of the institution. is 10
provide the inmates with the daily
news without the sensational features
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1908-01-26
SzECHENY| TAKES
BRIDES MONEY
By Hungarian Custom, Sweet
Gladys Vanderbilt Will Give
Her Funds to Him.
DEMAND CAUSES A ROW.
ELDER BROTHERS OF THE BRIDE
ESTRANGED BECAUSE AMERI.
CAN GIRL WAS so FOOLISH AS
TO COMMIT THIS ACT.

New York, Jan. 25.-With the we'd
ding of Count Szechenyi and Miss
Gladys Vanderbilt set for Monday
morning. the arrangements are still
cloudy. and it will probably be Sun
day night before they are finally COM
pleted.
The two elder brothers of the bride
Cornelius and Alfred, had notified
their mother, it Is reported, that they
would not be present at the ceremony,
but she is now in communication with
them, and hopes to win them over.
The amazing marriage settlement
forced by the count is said to be re-
Sponsible for the estrangement Of the
brothers from their only sister. The
Hungarian custom, which compels the
turning Of all of the brides fortune
into one common fund, OF which the
husband has the custody, was too
much for Cornelius and Alfred Van
derbilt But the girl was of age and
had her way.
She also has insisted on the Euro
pean custom being followed in connec-
ton with the wedding. If her demand
of tfe Vanderbilt family who are pre-
sent at Mondays wedding will be at
tired in hungarian court dress. which
includes the tight-fitting knee breech-
es adorned with silver buckles and
bows. Several of the men guests, in
innate friends of the family, have also
been asked to wear this costume.
The wedding will take place in the
big ballroom of the Vanderbilt town
house. Reginald Vanderbilt will give
his sister away. unless Cornelius can
be induced to attend. After the we'd
ding a reception will be held and
breakfast served.
The newly-made countess and the
count will tour the South and South
west until March, when they will sail
Tor Hungary.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1908-01-26
Under Southern Skies"

Few PLAYS of recent years have Sc.
cured such a strong hold upon public
favor as mas Under Southern Skies
which comes 10 the Gcnnett next Fri
day night Since it has been seen here
Under Southern Skies" has appeared
in many cities and always to large
and enthusiastic audiences. Its repu-
tation is now so we'll established that
it has become almost unnecessary TO
print any enconiumS of the play and
production. the mere announcement of
the coming of the attraction being
all that is necessary 10 draw crowded
houses. This wonderful POPULARITY is
not hard to account fOr. for there is
not dull or embarrassing moment
from the rise of the curtain until its
fall. Almost the entire first and sec
ond acts are filled with life. gayety
and fun. The entire production this
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1908-01-26
Forty Rendered Homeless.

Madison. Ill, Jan. "A mystert
Gus explosion in hard coal stow"
started tie. which destroyed tn,
greater par OF TWO city blocks in the
heart of lie business section of Mad;-
son. The loss will exceed 500. 900
Forty persons were left homeless
without breakfast and some in night
clothes suffered intensely from severe
cold in trying to save contents of
stores and residences. 4 drove of
panic-stricken horses rushed through
the fire fighters. An 1S-inch fire wall
saved the First National bank. Wasch-
ners department store, where the fire
started, Is entirely destroyed.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1908-01-26
"Tempest and Sunshine"

W. F. Mann presents "Ten9est and
Sunshine" Z dramaIization of Mar J.
Holmes novel. at the Gennett on Mon
day night. Lem. r, Parker. who
dramatized this famous book has sue
ceaded in constructing the strongest
play which has been offered at popu-
lar prices for Soma time aud enc
which will prove doubIy fascinating
to the public. "Tempest and Sun
shine grows with interest at each
succeeding act and the climax at the
end is nothing short OF u triumph i'll
spared no effort or expense TO make
this production a feast for the eye and
the settings could scarcely be more
beautiful, according TO report.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1908-01-26

Lansing, Mich. Ian. 25.-A drastic
prohibition proposal was unanimous
ly and favorably reported in the con-
stitutional convention by the commit
tee on liquor affairs. The section
reads as follows: The manufacture
and sale of malt brewed, vinous and
intoxicating liquors shall be forever
prohibited in the state after Nav l.
1909. except for medical. scientific,
sacramental and medicinal purposes.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1908-01-26
ENCOURAGING IS
SCHOOL OUTLOOK
PIeasurabIe Anticipation on
Part of Authorities.

Prospects for an excellent spring
term in the Richmond public schools
are very good, 1t is expected that the
than the number leaving. There will
be no graduating class in February,
but many members of the class will
take postgraduate work and get their
diplomas in June. The work will be
ing the winter, on account of the
length Of the spring term
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1908-01-26
Rehaters Paw Heavy Fines

Kansas City. Jan. 25.-George l..
Thomas. a freight broker of New
York city. and L, r. Taggart. his
clerk. pleaded guilty in the United
States district court here TO the
charge Of conspiring to pay rebates
II shippers. Judge Smith Mcpherson
then fined Thomas $1,000 and Taggart
$1,000. emitting jail sentences previ-
ously assessed. Both defendants were
in court and after sentence was pass
ed checks covering the fines were ten
dered and accepted by the Judge.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1908-01-26
Detsch Goes Free.

Philadelphia, Jan. 25.-After a trial
of three days Andrew Jackson Detsch
charged with numbering Harry Ferree
in a boarding house in this city last
November. was acquitted The jury
was out nearly three hours. The an
nouncement of the verdict caused an
enthusiastic demonstration in the
court room. The killing of Ferree was
sensational, and owing to the pecu-
liar circumstances. the case created
great interest. Detsch claimed he
killed Ferrte in mistake for a burglar
and the jury took this view OF the
case
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1908-01-26
British Fleet Withdraws.

Peking, Jan. 25.-Nice Admiral Sir
Arthur William Moore. commander
in-chief Of the British naval forces on
the Chinese coast, has advised the
British legation here that he is entire
ly satisfied with the assurances given
him by the viceroys of Canton regard
ing the future patrol of the West
river and consequently the British
fiotilla, which has been patrolling this
river since Dee. ) for the purpose OF
suppressinS piracy, has been with
drawn.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1908-01-26
RESIGNS POSITION
WITH PENNSY
Harry DiIks to Go With East
ern Telephone Company.

Harry Dilks who has been employed
by the Pennsylvania railroad signal
department has resigned to take po-
sition in the office of the Ericsson Tele-
phone Company of Buffalo, New
York. Mr.. Dilks is graduate of Pur
due where he specialized in electric
signal work.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1908-01-26
Is Tie Stomach Di.p-nsable7

An operation Tor tie removal OF the stomach
in Chicago hospital recently, promoted dis
cussion among the urReons whether the sto-rl-
ach could be removed and the patient be rorc
re worse for it. Before the discussion had wei
led out, the patient had died. Ii demonstrated
could not live without his stomach. To keen
stomach in good condition. and cure const:
ton. indigestion, etc, use the great herb iaxR
compound, DIR. Caidwsll's Syrup Pepsiu
ruggists sell il a. ~ 49, - q a bottle
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1908-01-26
Aoki Arrives Home

Tokyo. Jan. 25.-Viscount Aoki, ex-
Ambassador to 7hc United States. has
arrived here. Niscount Fayashi, for
eign minister. sent a representative
70 Yokohama TO receive him. At the
Shimbashi railroad station In this
city he was met by Baron Chinda Of
the foreign Office. by many officials of
the diplomatic service and numerous
friends who extended to him q cordial
welcome home.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1908-01-26
Harris Denies Recort.

Columbus, O., Jan. Ex-Governor
Harris denied the printed reports that
he would rot accent the nomination
for governor, in letter written to
F. A. Derthick, master of the Ohio
Grange. who had written TO him ask.
ing for a confirmation or denial OF
the story.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1908-01-26
GLEN CARR IS
NOW MUCH BETTER
Friends in Richmond Are En-
Outraged.

The many friends of Mr.. Glenn v.
Carr of solomon. kans.. who reside
in this city will be glad to hear that
he is much improved. Mr.. Carr had
a serious attack of pneumonia and
friends were very doubtful as TO his
recovery.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1908-01-26
Whisky Broker Sutc s4sS

Louisville, Ky. Jan. 25-Jcseph c.
Bloch, senior member OF the whisky
brokerage firm of Bloch Brothers.
shot and killed himself in his office
here. His friends say he has been
I'll OF nervous prostration for some
Una
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1908-01-26

c.. c. & l.. ticket agent win sell You
sleeping car tickets to Chicago for
their HIS Z. NJ. train. Call on
him. anr6-u
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1908-01-26

In 1850 a law in England was that
at parties ladies must not get drunk
on any preteXt and gentlemen not be
fore o O'Clock"
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1908-01-26
Richmond Light
Heat & Power Co.

played up III many of the metropolitan
papers. He will bar such subjects rs
the Thaw trial, even so far as mention
ing them.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1908-01-26
ADJUSTMENTS


season viii be quite up to, if indeed il
does not surpass, the standard OF eX-
C"llenCe set last season.
The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1908-01-26

Chicago Passengers using c., c. &
l.. trains land at 18th street illinois
CentraD Station; most conveniently
located Remember this eff