27 Dec 1894
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1894
Page
1
The Topeka civic group promotes J. I. Burton as candidate for U S Senate, naming the Bio Sori l Organization as key backer. Community members rally in support to secure votes and advance Burton’s campaign.
Fragmented report details legislative dining, candidate rosters, and party maneuvering as Topeka figures debate the Republican and Populist futures. It highlights speech, endorsements, and local club activity influencing early winter campaigns and state politics.
The forecast warns a sharp drop in temperatures across the central states, with readings near ten degrees tonight and a low in the single digits in some areas. Winds shift from south to north as the storm system tracks west of the Mississippi, bringing a colder northeastern push and possible light snowfall in southern regions.
The funeral of Frank Drummond was held this afternoon at the First Congregational Church. A large attendance, with many musical tributes, followed to the cemetery. The choir featured soprano Mrs George Paré, and a list of names appeared among the celebrants and pallbearers.
The case against George Levinge and his associates linked to the murder of Howen on the night of December 13 has been dismissed. Police investigations focus on the events surrounding the Diotigm club where Howen was killed.
Reports from the Kane series teachers meeting in Topeka highlight praise for the city and state schools. Speakers include Geronaide Yracey and W H Leib with Emory and Emporia delegates, while Mrs Wright and Miss Backer lead greetings and appreciation of teachers. Messages emphasize patriotism, instruction, and collegial exchanges across districts.
A fragmented 19th century report describes the Woodmen gathering with about 330 attendees from nearby towns. It mentions secret societies and covert actions, a leadership lineup including Leor, Divinson of Breresi, Brown, and G. Chuutae with O. tee as secretaries, and a meeting that began at 10 pounds.
A watch found pawned by Mrs Severs is linked to the Matson murder case. Sheriff Morris warns of ongoing efforts to locate the suspect Nevela, amid rumors and lack of solid leads. The pawned timepiece allegedly belonged to Nevela, once paid for by her sister years ago.
The United States government bond syndicate dissolves after dispersing 35 percent of the issue. The remaining 65 percent is divided among members amid claims of new currency plans causing liquidation and bondholder losses. The new issue trades around 117 1/2. A coal oil store explosion near a grocery office caused minor damage.
Carroll D Wright United States commissioner of labor addressed the American Economic Association in New York warning that recent railroad legislation pushes toward state socialism. He framed Chicago strikes as pivotal in a quiet revolution, opposing federal overreach but urging careful scrutiny of upcoming pooling and wage laws and warning of a government role in railroads if current trends continue.
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