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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1894
Page
3
Retired seaman reflects on a long career and a life changed by sea hazards and remedies. He recounts general illness, gas fishing dangers, and his belief that a heart cure assisted recovery. The account mentions Hampden and sale details by a seller.
Sheldon Jackson, Alaska bureau agent, notes severe winter yet good spring condition for the herd. About 150 head burned in May. After leaving the Aleutians the party crossed the Siberian coast in 43 days, arriving July 6. Laps used to manage the herd were not yet arrived but expected daily.
Aug 29 in Texas an unnamed young New York physician, Dr O Malley, struck his three year old child by accident, fatally injuring it as his wife reportedly remained nervous after burglaries. He reportedly fired a pistol at the child and another at his nephew, causing a fatal wound. The father, due to mental illness, is under arrest.
A Central Labor union committee proposed to confer with the People's party on a possible joining. The report urged a city wide call for labor groups to attend a September 10 joint convention of the People's party and the Central Labor Union. The order was approved.
John M. Moore of Pablo dies after four days of subsisting on wheat and water. He collapsed on a doorstep and was taken to a total. relatives in Mioymouth, Tilinoia, note his prior service with Company A, Seventh Pennsylvania Infantry. Mahai on the Warpath report confirms Italian capture of Enders. The New Morchant Taylor Try him 716 Kansas ve.
In Kansas City area Catholic congregations pass resolutions denouncing the APAC influence on public schools. They claim long-running persecution and vow action. The stand cites tax payments and aims to limit schooling while defending religious rights amid school-board disputes.
John McCaffery's will probated in Carcano names seven children from three marriages but most heirs remain unknown. The bulk of the estate goes to mysterious offspring, with an $40,000 legacy and a $2000 annuity for a disputed eleven year old son. Nancy Riley, said to be kidnapped to Ireland fifty years ago, is noted among possible heirs. Family quarrels cloud the estate as directors and banks feature in the record.
Denver August 24 arrests of Gov Waite and Peeps department officials over a detained letter to ex police at von Tikens are viewed as politics. Republicans and populists trade blame while the letter opened by Matron Dwyer is cited amid party maneuvering.
Mauricennes West Virginia August 2 Democratic tariff leader and Ways and Means Chairman Samuel Gompers Wilson was renominated for Congress. He denounced sugar trusts and tariff protections as harming the people, urged continued reform, and praised supporters while urging accountability for party fidelity and the fight against monopolies.
A stage coach descending Four Mile Hill on a washed road rolled over twice injuring five Denver passengers bound for Craig and Lanting expedition. Charles Springer suffered a head injury and body bruises, T A Schomberg had a broken collarbone and severe bruising, J Van Houten cut beneath the left eye, and others sustained head and side injuries. John C. Gault, veteran railroad official, died after a period of unconsciousness following illness.
Latest U S Gov t report on wheat as animal feed notes the value of wheat for fattening cattle and the efficiency of feeding mixed grains. It compares wheat to corn and oats, advocates screenings and imperfect wheat, and includes feeding guidance and a table linking weight and nutrient value.
An Aug 20 report from Brechvonam notes Kolbites plan a November meeting of their own to elect a U S senator to succeed Morgan, contest Moran in the regular legislature, and seek control of the next Senate. Events include gubernatorial attention, Prohibition gathering at 420 Jefferson, and preparations for Congressman Curtis's Topeka visit with a city parade and park speech. Governor Lewelling travels, and county officials organize receptions and security for Curtis.
The Rock Island Line promotes a special scheduled train from Topeka at 8:50 p.m. Saturday September 5 via Chicago and the Erie to Pittsburg. Fare details are favorable with round trips to Reeley League convention Colorado Springs at 17.05 and National Irrigation Congress at 17.06. The Wo main's corps members have a private car attached. Community notices highlight local classifieds and business updates including Prescott & Co moving to 118 West Eighth Street and American Steam Laundry at 112 West 7th Street.
The official Santa Fe train leaves Topeka at 2 PM Saturday September 8 bound to Pittsburg with Pullman sleepers free chairs and coaches. Tickets sold September 7 8 good to return through Sept 4. stop en route allowed. Invites all comrades families and friends to join the cheap excursion. Stowney Bros agents southeast corner Sixth Kansas.
Wheat receipts and prices mixed across markets with strong hogs and firm cattle. Corn, oats, rye, and soy options show varied demand while cattle and hogs see steady to higher notes amid mixed futures. receipts and shipments noted in Kansas City and national summaries.
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