21 Dec 1895
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1895
Page
1
A sweeping discussion in Washington centers on tariff increases and silver payments. Senator Peffer advocates paying government bonds in silver, while Broderick predicts tariff hikes and Cleveland opposes new measures. The exchange touches Monroe Doctrine notes and a looming national budget, with pension bills and claims stories interwoven through Kansas dispatches.
A chaotic day of financial rumors and withdrawals tied to Venezuelan tensions unsettles markets on Wall Street and London. Rothschilds denial, bank suspensions, and caution from brokers accompany reports of defense funding debates and a stark view of national coast defenses.
The local paper reports the president will appoint three commissioners to investigate the Venezuelan boundary. The nominees are Ex US Senator F. Edmunds of Vermont, Andrew D. White former Cornell president and ex-minister to Germany, and Edward J. Phelps former minister to the court of St James. The resolution was signed at 3:25 pm and is now law. Also noted is a Minnesota game law seizure with large fines and confiscations, listing Arion Fish Co and Max Ames as consignor and consignee respectively.
Jones employed at the Topeka cemetery was attacked by two men on Adams Street around 10 p.m. last night. He was robbed of $3 after one assailant grabbed him and a second kicked him, leaving facial injuries. He identified one suspect and reported the incident this morning to authorities.
Oakland man Willan Howmer arrested by Deputy Dan Jones for contempt of court after failure to comply with alimony terms set by Judge Hazen. The case notes a divorce from last spring with $15 to be paid plus ongoing monthly support, described with minimal factual detail.
Denver authorities arrest Abraham Selowein and his wife as suspected agents of a gang that robbed Springfield Illinois and other towns. They were selling stamps in Denver and authorities found several hundred dollars sewn in the women's clothing. Bank charter listed with $5,000 capital stock and named directors RB MoKuatoteon F A Bardwell C P Matson A Linville and W
Speaker Reed unveiled the slate of committees with Kansas congressmen placed on key panels including Calderhead on Appropriations and Banking and Currency. Curtis not chairman of Indian Affairs as Sherman keeps it, with Crews of Republicans and Democrats shuffled across Foreign Affairs and Ways and Means. The session adjourned to Monday at 11, as leaders plan further consultations.
In Judge Hazen s court four colored men were convicted on burglary and grand larceny charges for robberies at Ancot Levi s tailor shop and George Crawford s home. Two received two years each in the county jail, while two others await trial. Separately, Harvey Knox and Red Irwin pleaded guilty to assaulting Louisa Hicks in North Topeka and received 60 days in county jail.
The trolley strike ends were repudiated by President Welsh and General Manager Heaton as riots flare in several localities. President Wilson announced a cabinet shakeup. Senate in executive session confirmed Col. J. J. Coppinger as brigadier general and John L. Peak as minister to Switzerland. The session adjourned at 145 p.m. without major actions.
In Peoria on December 21 a mysterious council gathering revealed aldermen instructed the mayor and clerk to demand natal passes from all enrolled residents. The meeting aimed to tighten city procedures and oversight, prompting questions about authority and scope among councilmembers.
Reports from weather observers indicate Kunass will have more disagreeable conditions. Kao sag today warms and clears, with possible Tamorean rain or snow early, followed by much colder temperatures tonight.
State senator B Keller visits the city in talks with ex Sunstar editor Mr Kelley about soliciting support for Fred Close's Populist paper. He claims Populists gain strength and predicts clashes between the Pope Mats and Democrats. Also mentions typewriter ad and real estate sales. Jules Gandelon buys property. Rock Island excursion offers round trips at reduced fares within 200 miles.
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