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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1896
Page
2
Tickets go on sale in Ukraine Texas and nearby areas with a base fare plus two dollars for a round trip. Arctic routes to Arizona and Indian terminus gates open April 2. Final climb of day reports from sale point ROWLEY city ticket agent Topeka Run. Further details by Stone Laundey.
Washington April 26 The unusual progress on the sundry civil appropriation bill and related debates push Congress toward a quick adjournment. Democratic leaders reportedly agree to proceed once appropriations are settled, with contention over Venezuelan commission funds and sectarian questions touching hospitals and relief for the destitute. The clash centers on policy versus political aims as the-era shifts focus to rent paying and other urgent issues.
Washington reports that a night session approved several private pension measures including grants to widows and deserters. Debate centered on the morality and cost of pensions, with Mr Pickler advocating a modest increase and concerns raised over large payouts to officers and widows.
The exposition building in Minneapolis was sold at public auction on April 3. It was valued at 200,000 dollars, with the winning bid reported at 25,000 dollars. An unrelated advertisement promotes remedies such as a cold cure and laxative products, along with laundry services and assorted goods.
A Denver judge questioned a law excluding women from juries, noting statesmen may not have intended such discrimination when extending franchise to women. The court heard testimony from Mire. Carsle Weseas and discussed exemptions for physicians, professionals, and volunteers, while urging reconsideration of the statute to honor a broader civic duty.
Washington reports a Pensylvanian plan to place a penitentiary site on about 850 acres at the southeastern corner of a reservation. The move, backed by Warden Frenett and the attorney general, faces opposition from Secretary of War and Attorney General and prompts questions in Congress about impact on nearby garrison lands and existing structures. House Judiciary committee notes the plan and its potential friction with local authorities and the reservation’s acreage.
In New York on April 2 a protest from the Acrdrizen Authors Guild appeared before Mayor Strong against a bill to widen Kings Bridge Road in Fordham. The gathering, at Eviear Allen Pere ent ree of Pardham HL Phe culture wail, urged preservation of Por's Cottage and opposed its removal at Site Wearbyr as the mayor signaled approval of the deregulatory measure.
A Chicago or New York company advertises No-To-Bac as a cure for tobacco dependency. The copy claims two doses cure many users, with weight gain and renewed vigor, and offers a free booklet touted as life changing. The pitch emphasizes safety and guarantees a refund if not cured.
Governor Altgeld fires a blistering open letter defending the silver standard and condemning Secretary Carlisle. He accuses Carlisle of deceit and questions cabinet loyalty while arguing that removing metallic money would crash prices and devastate property. He cites 1873 crises and predicts wide economic collapse if the reform is pursued.
A fragment discusses Wall Street speculators profiting from government bonds. It claims they protected the government from raids, then withdrew support in November, allowing the issue of another 100 million dollars in bonds and placing a heavier burden on the people.
New York reports Sir Ignace Paderewski slipping past admirers and sailing aboard the Teutonic for Europe. He says he may not return next year or for several years, intends rest, and hints at reforms for his conservatory project. Revenue from recent tours exceeded prior records as he plans further musical work.
Royal Bengal tiger in Ringling Bros exhibit attacked and killed two newborn cubs after giving birth. Keepers rushed to separate the animal but one tiger sustained injuries while attempting to intervene. The injured animal may be removed from the lineup as show patrons react to the incident.
Thomas Kenton of Providence issues a formal challenge to Colonel Hubert G. Ingersoll for a joint debate before judges and two timekeepers. Ten minutes per side and a 65 percent prize after expenses, with New York World to select judges.
A colored man Willie Johnson walked into Pantc Kansas City with smallpox. He stayed at Cherry Street residence with Gran tile Whitsneld, was taken to the pest house after health officials confirmed the illness, and a district candidate A F Gheairey faces a legislative race in the Thirty fourth district. Separately Uniontown reports Hand's Colic Cure claims to ease infant wind and fever with renewed sales.
Excursion offer via Missouri Pacific Railway from Kanon Trail stations in Arkansas Indian Territory Texas and Southern Missouri. One fare plus 2 for the round trip minimum rate 7 dollars. Sale dates April 7 April 15 May 7. For details contact nearest Missouri Pacific agent or write 77 C Been St Louis MO. Royer's Hair Vigor promises restored hair color and vitality.
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