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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1895
Page
8
Emery, Bird, Thayer & Co. touts large cash purchases and westward goods flow. They promise vast spring stock, lower prices than anywhere west of Chicago, frequent special sales, one-roof convenience, a Tea Room, and free illustrated 128 page catalogue by mail.
J M Padgitt of Topeka petitions a federal court for an injunction against Hall and O'Donald Lithographing to stop alleged infringement of his patent coupon cash book. Padgitt accuses the firm already printing for him of starting production of similar coupon books after his patent issued. He seeks restraining order on the alleged infringement and related sales.
In Topeka women press for office representation as several seek a sanitary officer position under Mayor Pellows. Dr Amelia Kerr, a trained physician and Equal Suffrage supporter, may join the force if appointed. The post pays $50 monthly, with duties often light.
Aunt Sallie Ruthford a colored elderly woman living alone on Buchanan Street faces pressure from neighbors Bodd Hamilton and Bill Spaulding over her large black cat. The cat supposedly disturbs their sleep and ruined poultry, prompting threats to kill the animal. Ruthford consulted multiple officials and ended the day at Deputy City Attorney W L Jamison’s office seeking legal remedies.
Gracia Carey Harte Potts files for divorce from J. G. Potts by mutual consent with no alimony. She seeks restoration of her maiden name and cites incompatibility of temperament. They live on East Eighth Street. Potts pursues journalism studies and has ties to Governor Lewelling’s Petroleum Mining Co. Potts is linked to Kansas legislature terms.
John Rhodes, a junk dealer at Tenth and Kansas, stored weights of junk on the sidewalk and park, obstructing the street. Chief Wilkerson ordered removal. Rhodes moved some items but claims lack of storage. Case continued a week with possible dismissal if cleared. Also notes upcoming talk on statehood by John Temple Graves at Hamilton Hall with tickets at Bellam’s and Arnold’s.
Mrs Mary Elizabeth Lease walked Kansas Avenue yesterday with a handsome young man. She wore a silk dress and black hat while the companion appeared nervous and self conscious, gloved episode and all, as onlookers watched the notable pair. The couple stirred quiet chatter among passersby and a butcher grocerexchange wagged in jest.
Topeka lovers await the Aathoun comic opera company at the Grand next Friday night for Amorita the second show of the year with fifty voices. The Spooners begin a one week engagement May 1st with same prices. Two new company members arrive from St Paul and one from Lake today.
Ex congressman Thomas Ryan advertises his home at Topeka avenue and Huntoon streets for sale while he and his wife remain in Topeka for residence and business matters. He plans to buy a smaller house in Topeka after family needs shrink. The article notes a lectures bureau forming in Topeka and local civic thanks for a Swedish lecture event. It also mentions strawberry pickers wanted in Labette county and camping as a seasonal option.
April 24 report on the Durrant murder trial notes a new witness prepared to testify he saw a man like the accused at Emanuel Baptist Church gate the night of April 12. The defense seeks an alibi while Hodson testifies the man resembled Durrant and urged a female companion. A police chief highlights Hodgson as a key witness amid ongoing inquiries.
The exasper division of the appellate court and the state board of charities meet in Topeka today. Charley McCubs is discussed as a Republican League presidential hopeful to replace C. M. Sheldon of Burlingame. Desa Millspaugh will hold confirmation instruction Wednesday at 3 30 and later at the cathedral.
Lopeke Probate Judge Albert issued a marriage license Saturday evening to Wilson Graham, 22, of Kansas City, and Kate Harris, 22, of Lopeke, as reported by the Winfield Courier. The item also notes the new state military board meeting tomorrow with Major General Hughes among its members. Kellam’s store advertises 2 cent nail paper.
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