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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Apr 28, 1896

Page

6

Women in New Fields in Colorado Faces Reformers and Pioneers

A garbageman of Denver, Mrs Pickerell, leads women breaking new ground in state affairs. Colorado's dairy commissioner Mrs Clemmmer and agriculture reformer Mrs Bote Grommisaigner push for progressive roles. The article extols mountain air as a factor in health and reform, noting women’s advancing positions amid ongoing efforts to modernize state industries.

Clemmmer Colorado Bote Grommisaigner Hort Gulture

Mary M Pickerell Heroine of Denver Political Gambit

Mary M Pickerell, a bold Denver figure, lands a city garbage contract by underbidding rivals, defying male workers and officials. Her rise from Arkansas roots to stardom in clubs and theater illustrates a bold, combative path through 19th century politics and labor conflicts.

Mary M. PrCkurgur Imevo Atronuzer Obie Met Mary Maryland Pickerell Denver Pickerell Momingesten Ranchis Srathonee Mire Pickeveld Esthay Alive Almeet Opea Thas Sean Arkansas Mary

Colorado women in public life a new frontier emerges

The article profiles several Colorado women breaking barriers in public service and politics. Mrs Pickernn leads with church ties and community work while Annie D. Chimmer enforces liquor laws and appoints her husband deputy. Martha A. Shute and Dr Una G Hoberm attain key roles in agriculture and sanitation. Dr Roberts faces opposition yet persists, reflecting a rising cohort of capable women shaping state governance.

Mamtha A. Geote Climimer Clemmer Martha A. Shute West State Board of Agriculture Mra Shute Una G. Hoberm Denver Colorado Sire Roberts My Medical College Ence Co Yeaa Egp Hedith Board Rued Hoberta

Ward portrait in Gentlemens Home Journal tale prompt

The piece portrays Mr. Humphrey Ward of the Ward family and his wife Mrs Mary Hueypher Ward in a courtly, literary portrait. The correspondent notes Ward’s refined manners, discusses his relation to the old country, and mentions social circles, with family dynamics and a sharp exchange about a breakfast scene.

Canute Elizabeth Mary Hueypher Ward Bix Wurd

EDITORS GATHER The Newspaper Men of the Big Seventh

A large number of editors from the seventh census district arrive to attend the district editors association meeting. Discussions focus on public affairs and gubernatorial matters while incidents of disorder and threats are noted in connection with the event.

Seasion Hatehison Sim Editeria Morrill Troutman

Untitled historic note on a shooting incident

A brief report describes a man facing firearm charges after an early morning dispute. He allegedly fired at a rabbit, wounded it, and was treated for unspecified injuries. The case awaits further hearing with details limited by the readable fragments.

Cornmeal Cooking Method Improves Taste and Digestibility

Advice on preparing cornmeal from old kitchen lore describes soaking and cooking technique to avoid raw taste. It recommends boiling water, adding cornmeal, slow cooking for an hour, then cooling overnight before frying or serving. Includes tips to prevent bursting and improve digestibility.

Mouiste Jean Thie Breda

Cozy Corner Seat Described For Small Rooms

A simple wall seat with a wedge supported base stands close to the floor, finished in frost and matched with carved or decorated woodwork. A backboard extends beyond the seat to form a display space suitable for vases, while a curtain or valance adds a neat decorative touch.

Fragmented Recipe Fragments From A Labeled Page

A jumble of kitchen instructions describes Orange Cream Loaf Cake mixing, orange rind, and cream filling, followed by a method for cleaning white velvet with a castile solution. The text references pillow arrangements and lace drying, with unrelated notes on handling fabric and a restive scene by a wall with cushions and lamps.

Homeseekers Excursions Offer Round Trips Westward

Senta Fe Route Ons Parc plus two dollars round trip to Oklahoma Texas Arkansas Missouri Arizona and Indian Territory. Tickets on sale April 7 for travel to multiple points with limited schedules and details at ROWLEY City Ticket Agent Topeka Kansas.

Senta Fe Ons Parc Oklmbenti Texas Arkanaa Missouri Arisona Indian Territory Wed Afey Ltd Rowley City Sanja Py Rate Topeka Kan

Noted Opinion on Patched Crime Scenario

A reader condemns a man who beat his wives in the night, calling for lynching and venting outrage. The passage mocks a newspaper report and reflects violent sentiments over a woman eating crackers in bed, describing the act as provocation and urging harsher punishment.

Kershock

City Council Authorized to Regulate Street Fares

In Chicago a appellate court decision by Justice Watermin holds the city council may regulate street railway fares within city limits. The ruling states the railway and warehouse commission lacks jurisdiction and that the council has sole power to fix fares, potentially paving the way for a 3 or 4 cent fare measure and an ordinance to follow.

Chicago Justice Watermin Teginitiere Colinell Nathaniel C Dean Chitego General War Company Yailway and Warehouse Commission Cartier

Funeral in Rockville for Sheriff Mull as town mourns

Sheriff Mull is laid to rest in Rockville with county turnout and GAR units. Deputy Willem Syween and the killer’s fate loom over a tight knit community as three Hanes family members are slated for burial tomorrow. The town also mourns the death of the murderer's brother and his own death by suicide.

Rockville Ind Ing Mull GAR Bho

Strikers Demand Money Over Food Aid in County Dispute

The relief committee of several unions rejected food aid for strikers families and demanded cash through the county office. They argued money is needed to pay rent, noting workers could access credit for food but not rent, unlike the Pullman strikers who received funds from the county.

Prilon Germent Re der

Taller May Go Denver Apel The Republican

The Republican reports that Senator Tellar’s friends claim he is willing to lead the Republican delegation to the St. Louis convention while reserving right to refuse to be bound by convention action. The note mentions a garnet-sil ver issue and references industry details.

Denver Apel Tellar St. Louie

Salt Lake Night Fight Ends With Knockdown After 45 Rounds

A long Salt Lake crowd watched a 45 round bout turn tense as Case landed a decisive upper cut in the later rounds. Thompson pressed the attack early, while Ri pressed defense until a hard exchange left Case with a forced finish. Substantial action marked the final stages as the crowd reacted to the punishment and fatigue.

Salt Lake Cadir Hy State Waals Tiend Cates Eit Thompaon

Railroad Park Cut Fourth of July Fare Authorized

A reduced round trip fare of one and one third for July 3 and 4 travel is set within 300 miles and a minimum selling rate for Dennis. Tickets allow final return by July 6. An additional July transit rate for Salt Lake City fire engineers convening August 1 to 14 is proposed.

Transmissouth Committee Salt Lake City

Horses Gather in St. Louis for May Race Meet

About 200 horses have arrived from Memphis and more than 1,000 thoroughbreds are expected for the May 3 opening race meet at the fair grounds. Notable arrivals include Pat Dunrie and a fleet of famous thoroughbreds such as Flying Dutchman, Monmouth Advice, Caveteer, and Sandowil amid Emninitus.

T. Louis Memphis Fair Grounds Emninitus Apataelem Ambus Pat Dunrie Stabje Gt Fen Piying Diutehmnan Miei Advice Caveteer

Porger Coring Home Captured in Lovee

Pittsburgh April 24 Intelligence has been received of the capture in Lovee of John Cowan of thin whe Weegipeoeed test February beige Lik Cyienis relatives creditors with about $20,000 short. He was in the lumber business and his ventures are scattered over five tenber cs of Pennsylvania. Pees sin Mohican and other tiers of swan Hinge are charged against Sthag wall brought back to the United States Sf anne.

Pittsburg John Cowan Tive Teem

The School of Christ opens new hours in Chicago

The School of Christ in Chicago announces new hours and locations including a Ste 220 address and morning afternoon and evening sessions. Details on schedule are provided for attendees and staff.

School of Christ Agene B. Weeks Carolion G Alden Schenk of Christ Chicago Ste

Soldiers' Homes Board to Investigate Management

The Board of Managers of Soldiers' Homes adjourned after a meeting in Washington on April 71. Cooks from Harington Kansas arrived aboard a vessel and the board announced an investigation into the management of Soldiers Homes, with results to be reported at the next session.

Soldiers’ Homes Washington Sidner Harington Kan Board of Managers of Soldiers Homes

Cooper's Pension And President's Veto Clash In Congress

Washington April 28 Representative Tonks is elated that the president did not sign the pension bill for Joseph A Cooper. The lengthy struggle ends as Cooper gains a pension after steady effort by Mr Long and mild executive protests fade. General Coon referenced in the discussion lived in Enunis and is cited in context of the pension matter.

Washington Joseph A. Cooper Tecome & Law Sven Keri Isan Ream Mr Long Coon Enunis

Indians Married In Kansas City Court

A 19th century report describes Arthur Witeh comme and Fovahyhanbutaw with Eadie beck and equa marrying before Judge Tohni Store. The ceremony is described amid confusion in court. An interpreter assisted as the couple exchanged vows on the Potawatomie reservation.

Kansas City Arthur Witehcomme Fovahyhanbutaw Eadie Beck Equa Althuich Tohni Tackron Kansas Piso & Pottarntorly Mear Marcvine

Death Seened Sweet in Leavenworth Penitentiary

April 22 Leavenworth reports Arthur Kennne, a convict, attempted self destruction by hanging after writing a note claiming innocence and stating he preferred death to further imprisonment. He died from the hanging, discovered by a guard. An unrelated medicinal ad for Bromo Quinine follows.

Leavenworth Arthur Kenne Kendall Wia Treay County Kennall Hite

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