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The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1911-10-06
inexpensive But Tasteful
Dress Trimmings

Tom Thumb E'ringes are 1Sc
yard.
Small braids in single and
double edge patterns, for outlin-
ing, are 15c to 75c yard.
Soutache Braids-are sold
in quantities for braiding
suits and forming other trim
oainp designs-in all colors,
black and white, zoe doz. yds.
silk Ball and Chenille F'ringes
From Csc uD ward to the fin
est at $3.50.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1911-10-06
CITY TAKES HAND
Threatens to Demand Better
Street Car Service.
Commissioner Tandy Says Way
Will Be Found.
PATTEN EXPLAINS.
Railway Manager Says Service
viii Be Satisfactory.
Believes That New Schedule on
Loop" viii Work Out.

According to w G. Tandy, city
commissioner. unless the Topeka Rail
way company offers better service to
the people in the southwestern part of
the city on what is called the loop"
the city Will take a hand in forcing the
street car company to increase the
number of cars and shorten the sched-
ule.
Commissioner Tady admits that in
its franchise with the city. the street
railway may run its cars as often or
as seldom as it pleases. But he be-
lieves that there are other ways OF
making the railway company come to
terms.
There are various ways of making
the stockholders and officials in the
east sit up in their chairs in looking
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1911-10-06
HE COUGHS LIKE AN AUTO.
Ralph EIwen. Burglar. Was Thought
to Be Motor Car.

Chicago, Oct. 6.-Inability of Ralph
ElweIl to stop coughing resulted in his
arrest on charge of burglary. He
coughed all the time he was collecting
loose articles in a garage on Monroe
avenue, Wednesday night, but his
cough was so close an imitation of a
motorcycles that it did not cause an
alarm to be given. Mrs. Emma Dick
son. who lives next door to the garage.
heard the incessant Barking but
thought nothing of it.
When Mrs. Dickson heard next day
that the garage had lost number of
than a machine had made the noise.
Elwell's arrest resulted. He confessed
and implicated two companions.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1911-10-06

Washington. Oct 6.-The resigna-
ton of Captain Frank A. Cook, recent
~ court martialed at San Francisco
for conduct un5ecoming an officer, has
been accepted by the president it was
announced at the war department to-
day. The findings of the court mar
tial We're not made public. Acceptance
Of the resignation. it is believed, viii
end the case. Captain Cook is a ma
tive Of Rhode Island. He was shot
last spring by Waterman with whom
Cook quarreled on the wharf in San
Francisco.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1911-10-06
New Straight-Line
Silk Petticoats So and S

Only clinging silk petticoat cut straight lines, Is
really with skirts and gowns of the pres
ent style And you buy good soft silk pettcoats
here for as little $500 You will find them in
expensive than unsuitable kinds These soft silks wear
well and are shown $500 and $500 in such colorngs
Crimson, golden brown, violet, heLotrOpe grey,
navy old blue olive and black
The new fringed Silk PetticOat is shown in black
at $500.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1911-10-06

7. b. JENNINGS.
Section director.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1911-10-06
New Side-Pleated
FriIls


The stylish new side-pleats of
fine null with tinted, hem
stitched hens, or lace finishing,
which we are showing at csc
and 5Oc will be chosen by many
lovers of dainty neckwear, in
stead of more expensive kinds.
We have. however. any style
or ouality desired in these frills,
as we'll as all the new effects in
fichu. shawl and Corday collars
of sheer mulls, fine nets, or
laces. Carrick Macross, Ma
creme and others of the richer,
heavier laces in white. cream,
and Arabe. Prices. soc to $500.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1911-10-06
READY FOR 200 MILE GO.
Eight Mile Course Covered by Cars
Preparing for Race.

Philadelphia. oct. Fifteen of the
eighteen drivers entered in the 200
mile automobile road race in Fair
mount park tomorrow were in an s.
mile course today tuning up their cars.
The race Will be held under the aus
pices of the Quaker City Motor club.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1911-10-06

Women's Wayne Knit, me
dunn weight black cotton, 25c-
Women's Ribbed Top, me-
dunn weight, 25c.
Womcn's Black Cotton, me-
dunn weight, split foot, 25c.
Women's Wayne Knit, extra
heavy, all black, Csc.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1911-10-06

over the conditions of the Topeka
Railway company" said Mr. Tandy.
I'VE are not able to force them to give
US better service through the franchise,
il is true. but the city has other pow
erSv
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1911-10-06
MILLS STORE NEWS

An interesting display Lion Brand yarns attracting
much attention Ninth street windows Spec
mems of the yarn all stages of manufacture
from fleece the sken. Also many garments and
tcles knitted crocheted from yarn. Complete lines Of
Lion yarns in all shades, in Art Department,
Second Floor.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1911-10-06
Beautiful Millinery

An a1leran1pled v0rlety of modes and
materials. Hats brilliant qOith color, or
shaded to ana costume Clever reprOduc-
tlo9s of French models conservative styles
for those aUIo prefer them. The vGLates are
erceptioaal from the hats at LOaO prices to
the finest creations. Fourth Floor.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1911-10-06
The WEATHER RECORD

Following are the observations of the
United States weather bureau for the
"a hours ending at o'clock this morn
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1911-10-06
Games Postponed.

Lincoln, Oct. 6.=Lincoln-Des Moines
game postponed; wet grounds.
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11
MAKE
 BIG VOTING GAINS

Boston, November 1O.--Eugene N Foss, Democrat has been reelected governor of Massachusetts, but by reduced majority The legislature has been captured by the Republicans.
 Kansas City, November 1O.-Joseph Taggert, Dem ocrat has been elected to congress- The Socialist showed many increases.
 Louisville, November 10.-James McCreary, Dem ocrat, has been elected governor of Kentucky The Democrats control the legislature
 San Francisco November lO- Fickert ha defeated Hathorn for district attorney here.
 Trenton, November 1O.-The Republicans control the New Jersey legislature. Braunng has been elected to congress.
 Baltimore November 10.-Lee Goldsborough, Re publican has been elected governor of Maryland.
 Jackson, November 1O-The Democrats swept the entire state of Mississippi The Socialists claim the election of James Lester as lieutenant governor.
 Omaha, November 1o.-The Republicans lost congressman elect but swept everything else.
 Lincoln, November 10.-William Jennings Bryan is very pleased at the result of the Nebraska election, by which the Democrats gain congressman.
 Columbus, November 10.-The Democrats have swept the whole state, including Cincinnati and Ceve land The Socialists have elected mayors in ten fair sized cities
 Cincinnati, November 1O.-The result of the cleo ton in Cincinnati is looked upon rebuke to Taft this being his home town and the residence of his brother, Charles P. Taft
 Philadelphia, November 1O.-Rudoph Bancken- burg has been elected mayor of Philadelphia on the reform ticket.
 New York, November 1O. O.-Tammany Hall still holds it's grip the city, but with greatly reduced pluralities Everywhere else in the state the Repub show heavy gains
 Providence, November 1O.-Aram J Pothier, Re pubcan has been elected governor of Rhode Island by greatly increased majority.
 Santa Fe, November 1O-Democrats have elected the governor and the members of the supreme court bench by majority of thousand and the rest of their ticket by two thousand.
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11
BAD ACCIDENT
 TO JOE MOLLOY

Yesterday afternoon, at Dis covery, Otter, while adjusting a horses pack Joe Molloy was kicked and so badly hurt that for time it was thought he could not live.
 In semi unconscious condition the injured man was hurried to Flat City, where he was attended by Dr. E. M. Spaulding It was found that his nose was broken, bones of bis face were crushed in, and deep gash over two inches long was cut in his left cheek.
 At last accounts the injured man vast resting easy and it was be- lieved he will recover.
 The horse was newly shod, and the sharp caulks striving the man squarely in the face were responsl- ble for the serious nature of the ill, juries.
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11
BUREAU
 IS BUSY CONCERN

Seattle November TO- - Yesterday the Seattle Chamber Of Commerce organized the Alaska Bureau, for the purpose of giving publicity to Alaska and it's resources, and to aid in securing whatever legislation Alaskans desire. J. E. Chlberg was elected president of the bureau.
 The resolution creating the bureau says in part: Recognizing the fact that the people of Alaska in the best position know what legislation will tend to the speedest development of the territory the bureau shall every honorable means to bring about such legislation Alaskans may desire. Besides other things which Alaskans may dictate, the bureau shall work for appropriations for improvement in the trans poration facilities of Alaska, both on land and on water and the immediate extension of township veys to the end that the population Of the territory may be greatly increased Lack of knowledge of exist ing conditions has, than anything else, been responsible for lack of greater development in the territory.'
 The Alaska Bureau will take immediate steps to disseminate the truth regarding the territory and it's vast resources, adopting it's motto, Develop Alaska" The members of the chamber of commerce also pledged to their most earnest efforts in behalf of Alaska and to obtain the relief that Alaskans desire.
 It is planned to raise $50, ,OOO in Seattle alone to which Alaskans will not contribute one cent. At yesterdays meeting S2O,OOO was pledged toward this
 
 A large publicity bureau will be organized, with offices in Seattle and Washington, D. C.
 The chambers of commerce and common councils of the various cities of Alaska asked to commu- nicate with J. J. Underwood about things most needed for Alaska.
 The plan contemplates consolidation of the entire Western states to present solid front on Alaskan matters at Washington.
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11
MANY WILL ENTER
 FOR BIG MARATHON

As the time for the holding of the Marathon race draws nearer the inter- est increases, and the race promises to be keenly contested.
 The A. B. hall has been secured for the event, and training goes on daily.
 The latest to enter for the race is Mato Grilveg, who will be remembered as long-distance runner by former Fairbanksans. It is also reported that Frank Larson, the mail carrier, will bring another competitor in the person of famous Indian runner, whose name is not yet obtainable.
 The management is going to great expense and trouble to make the event one of the biggest ever pulled of in Alaska, and looks forward to a large attendance of the sporting public.
 Arrangements are in the hands of T. M. Dean and Frank Fontas, of Iditarod City, and those who wish to enter the race, or learn any particulars thereof, should communicate with them with out delay.
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11
TO ELECTROCUTE
 WIFE MURDERER

Richmond, Va, November TO- Henry Clay Beat,ie, jr., who mur- dered bis wife last July that he might return to former paramour, Beulah Binford by name, has been taken tc the penitentiary, where he will be electrocuted November 74.
 Beattie took his wife to a lonely spot some distance from the town of Chesterfield. Making her dis mount from the automobile in whict they were riding, he killed her with shotgun. Returning, Beattie claimed that his wife had been shot by hishwaymen, who had held up the automobile. It was proved that Beattie's brother had washed blood stains from the car the day after the murder. Re gardiug the highwayman. the man whom Beattie had described as such was produced, and explained his presence there at that hour to the satisfaction of all.
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11
CONDEMN USE OF
 REINDEER MEAT

Nome, November Io.-The first winter mail from Nome left on the schooner Seddon for Unalakleet November I. From Unalakleet 1t will be taken by dog teams.
 The Nome output for the season to date is $3.75o, ,ooo, Most of the dredges are still working.
 Ali agitation led by tue Pacific Cold Storage Go. has begun here against the use of reindeer meat, which it is alleged contains tape worms. Consumers of reindeer meat argue that its use keeps the price of fresh meat normal in Nome. Regarding the allegation that rein deer meat is dangerous to health, local medical men disagree.
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11
DRAGON FLAG COMES DOWN

Canton, China, November 1O.-The dragon flag of China which has flown for so many centuries this city, has been lowered and the independence of the city proclaimed.
 Canton is in China proper and has never been particularly loyal to the present dynasty, which is not Chinese but Manchu in it's origin The proclamation of independence probably includes the adjoining province
 Pekin, China, November 1O.-The approach of the rebel troops is awaited here with much anxiety, The city is we'll stocked with provisions and capable of withstandng a fairly long siege.
 Shanghai, November O.Yuan- Kai, who last week appointed premier of the Chinese empire with practically auocratic powers has resigned His cessor has not yet been named.
 The constitution which promised immedi- atey the seriousness of the outbreak became known has been published in the Pekn Gazette and issued broadcast throughout the country
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11
TO CELEBRATE
 ST. JOHNS DAY

A meeting of the Iditarod Masonic club was held at Henry Roden's office Thursday evening for the purpose of arranging some form of entertainment in commemoration of St. Johns day December 27-a day celebrated by the Masonic fraternity in all parts of the civilized world. A committee was ap- pointed to confer with the Otter Ma sonic Club, which will be invited to participate in the celebration.
 The committee will report at meet ing to be held at Roden's office Novem- Der B at p. in., to which all visiting Masons are cordially invited.
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11
QUARTZ COMPANY LIQUIDATES

Fairbanks, November 10-The Tanana Quartz De veopment Company, formed for the purpose of demon strating the existence of pay rock in the Fairbanks district has gone into liquidation. During the few months that the company has been in operation it has lost sl8,000 in the Butler Petree mine Chatham creek, The balance of the money subscribed, amount ing to 5000. has been distributed among the stock holders.
 The discoveries of placer and quartz on Eva creek
 tributary of Ester causing boom in that section An extra automobile has had to be put on the run
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11
LINCOLN STATUE
 UNVEILED BY TAFT

Frankfort, Ky. November 9 - President Taft today unveiled the statue of Abraham Lincoln which has just been erected here to com memorate the centenary of the martyred presidents birth.
 Hodgestown, Ky, November 10. President Taft today dedicated the Lincoln memorial home. which has been erected by public sub sCription.
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11
ONE BRITISH POLITICIAN RESIGNS

London, November l0.-A sensation w2s caused in political circles when It was learned that Arthur James Bal four had resigned from the leadership of the Conservative party. Baltour has been recognized IS leader of the party since the death of his uncle, Lord Salisbury. His luke-warm SUD- port of tariff reform and tho recent discomfture of the house of lords are accountable for his lost prestige.
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11
MURANE REFUSES
 CHANGE OF VENUE

Nome, November 10.-Judge c. D. Murane has refused the application for the defendants for g change of venue in the mining suit brought by the Pioneer Mining Company against Ma cumber ct al. for possession of the Moonlight claim. The ground is said to be worth million dollars.
 In giving his decision Judge Murane severely scores the applicants. He says there is lack of sincerity be- tween the lawyers and their clients.
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11
BANK WILL PAY ANOTHER DIVIDEND

Fairbanks, November 1O.-The receiver of the de funct Washington Alaska bank has announced that the third dividend will be paid out tomorrow Saturday.. The dividend will amount to Is 2 per and means a cash disbursement of $7OOOO. When this dividend has been paid the depostors will have received 50 per cent. of their deposits.
 In order to straghten out the banks affairs as quickly possibly the receiver is bringing many fore closures.
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11
TWO HOLD.UP SUSPECqS IN JAIL
 Hearing t Fiat tMonday Morning

While all kinds of rumors are rife regarding the case no one except the authorities is of the nature of the evidence that will be introduced at the hearing
 It is talked the streets that serious crime than highway robbery may be laid against at least of the suspects but this can be but the conjecture Even if the authorities harbor such susp cions it is doubtful they would this time introduce evidence tending to confirm them.
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11

The preliminary hearing of Louie German and Angus Bronson suspected of holding up a gold laden car on the Iditarod tram between Flat City and the summit on the morning of September 21 will begin at Flat City at 10 o'clock next Monday. The technical charge against them is robbery.
 Commissioner Charles E. Taylor, of Flat City, will sit as magistrate Judge E. M. Stanton of Iditarod will appear prosecutor, and Henry Roden will be attorney for the accused
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11
LAST BOAT FROM NOME

Nome, November 10.-The Duxbury, tho last boat for the Outside this sea son, sailed for Seattle Wednesday afternoon.
 She carried the mail and 14 passen- gers. In addition, she had on board 22 tons of tin orc, valued at nearly sl4,00O. This is the balance of the output from the dredging operations at Cape York
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11

German and Bronson were brought into Flat last Thursday by Deputy Marshal H. P Shepard and Spe cial Deputies Jim Hagan and J. C. Murphy, who had made the arrests at Takotna post The marshas party had been absent eight days
 The men took the arrest quietly and far be learned have had nothing to say regarding the serious charge against them. German brought on to Iditarod and placed in ja while Bronson held at Flat City
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11
AT IDITAROD HOTEL

Victor Maxi, Jos Nikkanen. Mir and Mrs Dawson, Chas Lynn, w Launde, o M Grant, J H Ritter, G R Longdon, Hans Olson, Chas Strandberg, V. H Pierce, James Mcleod, Jacob Maxi, Sam Luama, Gust Simila, Fred Piclot, D E Brown, Flat; Tom Ward, Dis. Otter; Julius Gabel, city.
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11
ASK FREEDOM
 FOR ABE RUFF

San Francisco, November Io.-- A petition is being circulated and extensively signed asking for the release of Abe Ruef on parole. Ruef is at present serving I4 years for his connection with the graft scandals ill San Francisco about four years ago.
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11
WILL SUPPORT FISHER

Spokane. November 1o.-Sena- tor Miles Poinde1ter says that he is prepared to support Secretary of the Interior Fishers Alaskan pro- gram, as outlined in the secretary's s Chicago speech.
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11
POSTMASTER FACES
 SERIOUS CHARGE

Ketchikan, November TO. o.-John Foulks, until recently postmaster at Cordova, was arrested bere on a charge of embczzlement. It is charged that he misappropriated funds belonging to the postohice department totaling $4 QUO.
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11
WITH THE AVIAT0RS

Pasadena, Cal, November l0.-Avi- ator Rodgers has arrived here, thus completing his flight from ocean to ocean.
 Fl Paso, Tex, November l0.-Avi- ator Fowler has arrived here. He is flying across the continent.
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11
WAS A FALSE ALARM

Augusta, Me-, November l0.-A re- count of the votes at the recent state elections shows that errors were made in four towns. Tho amended figures give the prohibitionists majority and Maine remains ''dry."
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11
NOTICE.

Bids will be received by CHAs. WoR- DEN, chairman of the fire committee of the town of Iditarod, for forty (40) cords of 4-foot wood, delivered. Bids close at 8 o'clock Wednesday night, November IT. The wood will be paid for by city warrant.
 EARL B. HUNT, City Clerk.
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11

Idarod was favored with the first weather last Tuesday, when the temperature reached below. Wednesday it went the lowest-5 below. Yesterday it had raised 26 above, and since then has remained mild, with indications of The river is frozen across at some places.
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11
MINISTER MUST QUIT

Providence, R. l., November 10. Rev. John Lambert, the Congre- gational clergyman who married John Jacob Astor to Madeleine Force, has been compelled to resign from his church.
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11
SERVICES AT FLAT TOMORROW

Service will be hold tomorrow at the house of Charles Strandberg on Flat creek at D. 10. The evening service will be held at A. B. Hall, Flat City, at o'clock. Good music. Everybody in- vited. s. HALL YOUNG, Pastor.
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11
Eagles, Attention

All members of the F. O. E. are re- quested to meet at A. B. hall, Iditarod, Tuesday, Nov. l4, at S:30 pm. Busi- ness of importance. COMMITTEE.
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11

Sec Northern Commercial Company, absolutely fresh stock of goods-every- thing guaranteed. Let us bid on your outfit, and we will save you money.
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11

Sunderbrlch is out for the Family trade. Fresh groceries, low prices prompt delivery.
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11
SECURE TWO JURYMEN

Los Angeles. November 1o.- Two jurymen acceptable to both sides i'll the McNamara trial have been secured
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11
ARCTIC BROTHERS
 MEET AT PORTLAND

Seattle, November l0.-A special train leaves here next Monday to con- vey members of the Arctic Brother hood to Portland, where grand lodge will hold it's annual encampment. A big meeting is being planned.
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11

Camp Flat No. 26, Arctic Brothe r hood, is planning to give grand ball at Flat City on Thanksgiving Day, November 90.
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11

Thursday nights A. B. dance was quite up to the standard of it's pre- decessors. There were about fifty couples present, including several creek visitors
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11

David Grassman, burgomeister of Otter City, was visitor in the city during tic week.
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11
B. RYAN'S GENEROSITY

Washington, D. C., November TO- Richard Ryan has surrendered all ms rights" in Controller Bay.
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11
TWO PUGILISTIC ITEMS

Now York, November 10.-"One Round Hogan trounced Willie How ard here Wednesday last.
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11

For nourishment, health, strength and sppetizing qualities, there is noth- ing to compare with genuine tresh-made chicken tamales. Sec Khan, ,tamale king
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11

Just received fancy line of Craven stein apples, 98 box; fancy red apples 87 a box. At Johnstone's.
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11
CHOLERA IN TRIP0LI

Tripoli, November 10. - A serious outbreak of cholera has occurred among the Italian soldiers in Tripoli.
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11

TOR sALE-Five dogs, large sled, new harness. Inquire Julius', Dis. Otter, ez75.
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11
KENNEL CLUB TONIGHT

A meeting of the Kennel Club will be held tonight in Budweiser parlor, at s o'clock Business is important. All members of the club, and those intending 10 become such are invited to attend
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11

No chance to catch cold if you use the DOT celain tub baths at the Iditarod hospital.
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11

Fresh fruits, nuts, dates, soft drinks" latest papers and magazines at John stones.
Iditarod pioneer., 1911-11-11

Beds with bath sLo0 per night. Csri- h1u Bath House.