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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1896
Page
2
Protesters rally as dispute erupts over funds for Episcopal and Catholic institutions under an A P A related program. Officials insist money cannot be used for church connected sites while advocates press for reallocation.
The Iowa Representative leads a fierce clash over amendments by Mr Hainer to strike private and sectarian charity appropriations from the District of Columbia bill. The debate centers on reallocating about 3,100 dollars for St Anes Infant asylum and other institutions, with Henderson defending se c tarian support against attacks as anti Catholic. The Hainer measure passes 63 to 25, before adjournment.
The county recorder files show J W Farwell & Co granted an apex time by Mutuel Life Insurance on mortgages totaling $800000. A trust deed from Sept 1 1845 to Sept 1 1807 secures the loan. Earlier there were two mortgages of $500000 and $200000 plus two trust deeds, on property bounded by Monroe Adams Market Streets and the river with annual 50 percent payable.
From Wasurscros Feb 5 the Ecuador government backs a congress of American republics to endorse the Monroe doctrine and shape commercial ties. Proposals include a public American law to enforce the Monroe doctrine, enabling prosperity and fair relations, plus timing and venue for future sessions and a first meeting in Mexico City with Aug 10 as a suggested date.
Brief items note Chicago city council banning the traffic of horse meat. An earthquake shock was felt across Northern Iowa and Nebraska and South Dakota. The Senate confirmed the appointments of J. R. Lynch at Lindsborg Kansas and Frank S. Metsoham at the Soldiers' Home in Leavenworth.
In Vraxmont on February 5, tensions rise as 126 members vote amid threats of unseating by both parties. Newly elected Democrat Berkham arrives after a 65 mile drive as joint session looms to resolve a bitter standoff. Republicans plan to unseat Mineclburn and others. Democrats vow retaliation by unseating four Republican senators if needed. Deputies sworn in to bar unseated Republicans from entering the joint session. Hunter leads with 64 votes, Blackburn 66, 4 scattered.
Report of a sewer dig on North Moriest street where relic seekers unearthed brass buttons from pre revolution British soldiers. Amateur dealers bought items, coins and trinkets surfaced, crowds surged, police watched as street speculation heated.
Mexico City on Feb 5 reports the Mexican International Exposition company plans to end violent riots with the government this week and form committees to support the exposition. The land for the exposition was formally conveyed to the New York syndicate organized to carry out the project.
A report from Havana dated February 3 states no major action occurred at Congolacion del Sur near Pinar del Rio between Spanish forces under General Luque and insurgents led by Antonio Maceo. insurgent losses 62 killed, over 200 wounded. Luque wounded, condition undisclosed. Also notes Taylor brothers murder case advance in Missouri with a March 3 hearing and potential April 1 decision. Oklahoma divorce rulings show seven granted today among 200 applicants. Turkish officials hinder Armenian relief efforts in Constantinople with fundraising redirected. Jack McAuliffe plans to fight Kid Lavigne in a six round match set for March 1.
In a New York police court Magistrate Simms ruled on whether a wife may search her husband's pockets after J Semich had his wife arrested for taking 30 dollars. The case devolved into a domestic dispute with few facts beyond the act itself. The magistrate discharged Mrs Smith, effectively ruling on the question: has a wife a right to go through her husband's pockets.
Washington Feb 5 House committee on invalid pensions completes review of Representative Pickler's general pension bill. Amendments require sworn written allegations with copies for the accused, provide names of charges and witnesses, and extend widow's income limit to 100 dollars. Supreme Court ruling on the Civil War end date is included in the bill.
The Liberals plan an early challenge to the government over Armenians and Venezuela, seeking a full debate after the address. Sir William Harcourt backs arbitration with the United States, while U.S. ambassador selection and Oklahoma divorced laws provoke ongoing political action and petitions.
A public notice reports that the city will provide free mail delivery amid 35,000 undelivered letters. The plan aims to clear backlog and improve service for residents, with postal officials outlining steps and timelines.
Postoffice inspector W M McMeechen visiting Cripple Creek reports severe mail overload and contemplates free delivery. 45 000 letters undelivered tonight with vast second to fourth class mail. Prof Penrose studies Cripple Creek ore noting almost all gold with rare silver, quartz fluorite mix. Fred Borst describes booming mining camp, wages, railroads, and expanding district. Marie Roman shines as dancer to audience’s silver shower at theater.
Boston hotels refused accommodation to Bishop Benjamin W. Arnett of Wilberforce Ohio for his color an act that echoes in Harvard university preacher Samuel M Crothers decline to address the South Middlesex Unitarian club unless a hotel remains segregated His letter to club president A B Howe conveys that discussing true Americanism under such conditions would be inconsistent and improper
City of Mexico February 6 report from El Paso Texas states architect Patton of Fisher Patton Chicago firm is here with plans for a six story hotel to be built on Paseo de la Reforma a fashionable drive and residence area. Plans will be submitted to the government immediately.
Advertises a round trip fare for a championship battle Maher versus Firesimmons with tickets on sale February ..."
A Russian steamer from Odessa en route to Legborm and Malaga faced a stormy voyage. A hurricane of swallows appeared, starting with 10,000 then hundreds of thousands, flooding decks and rigging. The ship grounded briefly, but a cleanup followed and the voyage resumed after eight hours delay. The captain offered no theory on the birds’ origin.
City Attorney Creswell recalls a brave railroad hold up where a brave man faced gunfire to seize a passenger train. The crowd watched as the engineer fled the cab to avoid danger while the deputy held the train and the water gauge threatened an explosion. A remark shows the man would not be deterred by risk. Additional anecdotes include Baron Rothschild puzzling a dealer with authentic looking artworks and Rev Dr Dryden Phelps noted for his writings and hymns.
Henry S. Wellcome, a noted American merchant in London, has presented to the United States a portrait of P from the women’s building at the world’s fair. The painting, done in England after her conversion to Christianity and her marriage to John Rolfe, marks a historic donation.
Harper's Bazar describes its twenty ninth year beginning January 1608 with weekly fashion content from Paris and New York. It highlights patterns for home dressmaking, children's and men's fashions, Paris letters, serials, social notes, and reader correspondence. Subscriptions begin with current year. remittance by money order or draft. postage free within the United States Canada and Mexico.
A Kansas City firm advertises a new book of photo engraved views showing Missouri topography. The title promises views of varied scenery and the production value, with free mailing upon receipt of postage. Contact J. E. in Kansas City for more details.
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