A Very Light Vote in City Election
The city election drew only a small turnout with little interest shown overall. Voter participation among women was especially low, with hardly any women voting in any precinct.
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1895
Page
1
Quiet Topeka city election stirs in wards two to five
In Topeka the Second Ward favors Republican candidate Fellows while Democrats back Grubbs and Stevens. overall turnout is light with voters mainly at polling sites. In the First Ward the scene is quiet with few votes cast by noon. woman turnout remains low, and local races for mayor clerk and councilman draw limited attention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Topeka
Lwckw
Strubbs
C. A. Fellows
RK. B. Kepley
Frank Stevens
Stevens
Harrison
Dr. Grubbs
Fellows
D. G Naylor
Repurt
Straigit
AP. A
Marshall
Wilkerson
Art Wellman
Morrison
O. J Skinner
Mc Skinner
North Topeka
Ar. Skinner
Asa
Rapley
Frank Stevene
Griley
Veale
A. Fellows
Rain's Livery Barn
West Fourth Siteat
Csst
Winona
Minnesota
Wisoxa
Minn
Addizon B
Condones
Cleveland
Ohio
Crevelano
McKisson
Catherine Hlt. Avery
Republican’ School Board
Merritt Favored for New Gate Grein Inspector Post
A Kansas City insider reports Governor Merrill will name a gate grain inspector late this week, with A G Merritt of Wamego favored and endorsed by local elevator interests. Merritt is said to enjoy Cy Leland’s friendship, and local chatter suggests he will be appointed despite Merrill’s personal pick.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merrill
A. G Merritt
Wameno
Kansas City
Cy Leland
Topeka
Merritt
Weather outlook predicts warmer temperatures and clearing skies
The report notes a storm system moving east of reports and another forming north of Montana. High pressure centers over Colorado as clearing, fair weather returns. Topeka area expected slightly warmer tonight and Wednesday with continuing fair conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jennings Saye
Kansas
Montana
Colorado
Topeka
Governor Stone to Re Convene Missouri Legislature
Governor Stone authorized a statement that he will issue a proclamation tomorrow convening the legislature in extra session about the 2 instant. The call will name legislation on fellow servant election and registration laws and measures to suppress corrupt lobbies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stone
Missouri
Crryv
G A R Men Start Prosperous Colony Near Athens Georgia
They establish a rapidly growing settlement near Athens with ex Union soldiers in control. Sir O Bilayes, veteran G A R leader, plans a building for a G A R hall and notes orchards and vineyards planted at Stotham, a small town near Athens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Georgia
Ohio
Stotham
Sir. O. Bilayes
Favorable for Strikers in Pittsburg District Meeting
The executive board of the Pittsburg district United Mine Workers is in session in Portstown on April 2. No information will be released, but the strike is under discussion and the outlook is favorable for the strikers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pitburg
Portsxune
Pittsberg
United Mine Workers
Lawyers Disagree Over State Printer Receiver Choice
In the Snoon Hamilton suit the attorneys could not name a receiver for the state printing plant, so Judge Hazen will decide publicly at tomorrow morning's court opening. Rumors center on ex Governor George T. Anthony as a likely appointee. The governor has yet to fill the unfinished term of superintendent of insurance left by Snider, and may appoint Anthony to that post tonight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Haxon Whs
Snoon-Hamilton
Hazen
Wil
Anthony
George T. Anthony
Ottawa
Morrill
Insurance
Snider
Chicago's Big Fight and Ohio Woman Vote
Chicago voters faced a tight mayoral contest led by Republican George B. Swift and Democrat Pealn Wen ter as civil service reform loomed. Ohio women voted for school boards, shifting outcomes in towns like London and Winona while Republicans gained in Cleveland and Michigan districts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Troy
Ohio
Asarie
Courts compel payment of expenses to Health Board
Detroit April 2 The new health board won a point against Mayor Pingree's administration as the circuit court ordered the city comptroller to issue a $12,000 payment to cover the board's expenses temporarily.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Health Board
Detroit
Mich
New Health Board
Pingree
Circuit Court
Secretary Gresham Not Resigning Says Administration Denial
In Washington rumors of Secretary Gresham’s resignation were dismissed by administration circles. He declines to comment and may take a short leave to visit his Indiana farm amid health issues and recent neuralgia. Family and friends reportedly urge time away, with a possible stay in Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wasatneros
Gresham
Washington
Indiana
Chicago
Joyful reunion as Salina mother finds lost son
Chief J M Wilkerson of Salina, returning from Kansas City with five year old Frank Wilber Opie, rescues custody of a boy separated from his mother for over two years after a 500 dollar alimony divorce from Gus Opie. The boy, who had been with a man named Black, is brought to North Topeka before reuniting with the mother, a joyous, tearful embrace sealing their return to Saline the next day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salina
Wilkerson
J. M. Wilkerson
Kansas City
Frank Wilber Opie
Frank
Gus Opie
Black
Opie
North Topeka
Wilkersom
Wes
Rma
Saline
Shattered Monu ment Attempted Bombing at Bude Pesth
An explosion aimed at the Hentzi monument in Buda Pesth shattered nearby windows including Arch Duke Joseph's palace and armory. A well dressed man placed a parcel with a lighted fuse near the monument. the statue remained unharmed. in Mere John Englund Challenor, recently named state accountant, visits Governor Morrill for duties. Wages restored for Stevens & Sons mill workers to prior schedule. Post Office to open money order offices at Cadmus and Navarre Kansas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bude Pesth
Bupa Pestu
Hentzi
Op Geoi Platz
Duke Joseph's Palace
Challenor
Mere
John Englund
Morrill
Dainty New Jewelry and Accessories Highlighted by Jewelers
The Jewelers' Circular notes novelties such as small white enamel alcohol lamps, silver gilt spoons with lotus flower bands, dull silver mirrors with ornate goddess and love motifs, shell side combs with scalloped edges and pearls, and a full set of beaded-edged tablespoons forming a fan shape, all presented as fashionable designs.
Alabama Commercial Convention Opens in Tame to Attract Immigration
The Alabama Commercial Convention met in Tame to plan an exhibit for the Atlanta fair and invite immigration. Sixty four delegates from twenty three counties attended with Wm. J. Wood of Florence presiding. Committees were named with Thomas H. Cluck chairing the exhibit committee and R. A. Mitchell chairing the immigration committee. The body adjourned until 8:80. The outlook promises an important meeting with statewide representation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alatame
Brasugowam
Ale
Alabama
Wm. J. ‘Wood
Florence
Atlanta
Thomas H. Cluck
Montgomery
R.A. Mitchell
Gadsden
Liquor sales not diminished much in Topeka February
February liquor permits in Topeka show sales dipping from 6514 to 578? with 25 druggists on record. Prominent vendors include A J Arnold & Son, Woolverton, Swift Holliday, and Lee Jones. Several permits were surrendered revoked or expired including M A Fanchess and Lee Jones, while others were suspended renovated or expired.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Topeka
George W. Stansfield
W.F. Kuna
8. M. Washburn
A. Woolverton
A. J. Arnold & Son
W. EL Wilson
B A. Barrett
A. H. Merrill
O. F. Marcotte
L . Woolverton
E B Walker
P. B. Wallace
Jax L. Brown
A. Keene
M. Weightman, Jr
2Rank Hobart
L. D. McKinley
Rawley Broa
A. W. Lacey
Swift. Holliday
J. K. Jones
RW. Squires
IT. Sime
M.A. Fanchess
Lee Jones
Swift & Holliday
Snd
P.M. Shearer
J. Je Schnebly
W. D. Woodford
Ed Streivher
F. Payne
G.W. Flad
B.A. Warner
W. F. Lake
J. A. Waltmire
Calls It Malicious French Press Attacks England
In a tone reflecting strained Anglo French ties the issue cites Le Matin and others insinuating that a secret voyage by British steamers Alva and Beinkhorn to Madagascar was to transport troops and munitions. The report notes the Brinkburn, en route from Toulon with troops aboard, was damaged but reached Meselnu harbor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Siy
Paris
England
France
le Matin
Cullivion
Messina
Sicily
Alva
Beinkhorn
Maddegascar
Prosa
Supk
Brinkburn
Toulon
Madagascar
Meselnu
Wealthy group returns from Venezuela with mining concessions
Donald Grenol contractor W H Fisher site manager J A Bowntran banker arrive from Venezuela with claims at the Ormoch mouth 225 miles south and 15 to 50 miles east and west rich in minerals mahogany dye woods and rosewood they claim no rights to asphalt on a small island near Trinidad the syndicate plans large capital investment with Mr Fisher as manager.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Famsady
Minn
Donald Grenol
Thin City
W.H Fisher
Dallath and
Witnipeg
J. A. Bowntran
Mion
Venezuela
Ormoch
Thuniog
Eust
Trinidad
Fisher iv
Illinois Supreme Court Upholds Lee County Apportionment Law
The Illinois Supreme Court today sustained the validity of the state senatorial apportionment law of 18 in the Lee county case. In a notable opinion, the court also ruled in Lanner vs Matton that a voter may write a candidate’s name on a ballot and such ballot must be counted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ulinela
Supreme Court
Srrincrixco
Supreme Court of
Cleveland Moves Today to Woodley
Washington April 2 cabinet attendance was four members at the White House meeting. Secretaries Gresham Lamont and Herbert and Postmaster General Bissell attended. The president plans to move to Woodley this afternoon, making in-town cabinet meetings impractical.
City Fathers Indecisive Over Bill Board Rules
Lawrence city council refused to regulate showings on bill boards and publications, arguing such limits would curb home life and church events. Rev. Olden returned to lead Second Baptist meetings after a Louisville visit. Northcraft lodge moved to Red Men's hall. George Porter, 35, a Knight of Tudor, died at 1206 Chadler Street and will be buried tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence
Show Hills
Tolle
Kus
Olden
Turee
Louisville
Second Baptist Church
Northcraft Lodge
Odd Fellows’ Temple
Red Men’s Hall
Rensas Avenue
George Porter
Chadjer Street
Tudor
Murning
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Second Ward
Straight Ticket
Sud
Elliott
Bird
A. U. Und Ite
McFadden
Vanderpool
B. Repley
Lim
G. A. BR
Ontcaco
George B. Swift
Peaul Wenter
Civil Service Commission
Michael Keonu
Hinkey Dink
Trane
Gazaboy
Moedden
Madden
Frank Lawler
Buckeye Women
Woman Suffrage Associatthen
Massines
Mrean Mokverhard
Woman Suffrage Association
Obi
Onio
General Assembly
London
Laws
Washieton
Kes
W. F P. Hackney
J. G. Lowe
Milnes
Michigan
Delmort
Kalamazoo
Eaton
Calhoun
Branch
Hilldale
Todd
Julius Burrows
Great Bend
Great Besa
Kan
Ost
Citizens
Swift Curcaco
Smong
Swift
Olath
Supremme Court
Regents
University
Moore
Vromen
Anassas City
Kaw
GW. Cunningham
Dickinson County
Aptress
A. M. Crary
Herington
M. Pease
Hone
CV. Topping
Enterprise
Solomon
Bridgeport
Briwervout
Coon
Common Council
Wichita
Wronra
Kas
Vaery
Cox
Pittsburg
Prrrasuxa
Kentucky
Tenanon
Progressive Business
Hutchrnson
Kans
Tacoma
George Leschi
Jim Bouchett
Muckle Shoot
Jerry Dominic
Bouchett
Dominic
Dr. Price
Will
Bexforsh
Lawrenceville
Masa
Stevens & Sons
Venesuela
Oltelle
Woodley Mis
Sanmor
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