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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1897
Page
1
Archit Burnham envisions Chicago as the world’s most splendid city, a bold push tied to the fair. The piece notes Paris attracts around 300 million dollars annually from visitors, underscoring rival ambitions and the scale of urban grandeur.
Chicago leaders hear H H Burnham press for an ambitious lake front plan to surpass Paris and Athens in beauty. He urges careful study, elite designers, and a grand North and South park system connected by a sweeping drive, aiming for a world class landscape.
Max O Re ll plans a stage adaptation titled On the Continent Wales and the Kaiser are Chummy beginning in March. He will tour England with the new work after abandoning the lecture platform in Ta vor. The Times reports Prince of Wales accepts honorary president of Kaisers yacht race committee and wishes success. The Marlboroughs prepare for turf ventures with a Newmarket trained stable head by a master trainer.
Topeka legislators commend the Cremerie Restaurant for courteous service and excellent food. Proprietors Irving TL and Clarence S All oversee a clean, well-run establishment with a large staff and prime corner location at Eighth and Kansas avenues near the transfer station. Many lawmakers dine there, often leaving favorable comments about Scott & Scott.
The police board will investigate Chief Henry Steele's receipt of a gold star from a Topeka sporting faction. Board members defer comment as the meeting tonight will decide if the gift was proper, with President Billard delaying until all members are consulted. Wilson Keith opposes officers accepting gifts during service.
The Topeka State Journal article claiming Smith Center chose a postmaster was disputed as a fabrication. W. H. Nelson and editorials note Mulvane confusion, with Jack Stewart asserting the journal misquoted and stressing local opinion on the appointment and on Dave Mulvane.
Arthur T. Corman of Baltimore wed Annie Waltmin of the Wood Sisters Burlesque Vaudeville company on stage at Capital Square theater Detroit in her tights costume. The audience applauded the novelty of the wedding and bride’s attire. Mrs Beecher Passes a Good Night in Stamford as Henry Ward Beecher’s widow reports no material change in her condition.
In Zanesville on Lincoln’s birthday Ohio Republican banquet, Governor Bushnell, Mark Hanna, and John M Thurston join the national leaders as Will Allen White delivers a pointed toast. He rebukes Kansas Populists, rejects their charges, and defends Kansas Republicans, arguing the state’s voters choose candidly and fearlessly. He recalls historical figures and warns against demagoguery while praising Republican resilience and integrity.
Reports say the imperial diet will push measures to establish the gold standard at the ratio of 1 to 32. In Yokohama the plan is linked to monetary reform amid ongoing financial debates.
London reports one highlight of the Paris exposition will be a precise reconstruction of a coal mine. The underground workings will feature lifts and a complex drainage system built on the Trecastle site for visitors to explore the depth and mechanics of coal mining.
A London report notes a plan to secure one million signatures for a pledge celebrating the Queen's Diamond Jubilee. Teototniers aim to have canvassers visit every home in Ting On land with pledge signs collected during the celebrations, highlighting civic participation for the royal event.
Debates over an anti pass bill in the senate center on railway employes and the board of railway assessors. Senator Harris leads the measure with changes to include the board of assessors and railway commissioners, while Senators Morrow Hanna oppose the broadened exceptions and a vote to reconsider failed 17 to 4. A maximum rate plan proposes 11 percent cut on grain 15 percent on stock and 20 percent on coal with a 5 percent coal adjustment.
The Topeka Trades Assembly last evening passed resolutions opposing a pending state bill aimed at prohibiting the manufacture and sale of oleomargarine. The group declares margarine is pure and suitable, urging lawmakers to reconsider the measure and protect workers’ interests.
The state assembly calls for keeping margarine affordable for workers and warns against changes that would restrict production. A seven member delegation is appointed to present the cause to the Legislature, and the resolution will be entered in the minutes and sent to the press.
Cattlemen across the state file petitions urging Governor Leedy to reappoint John J. Brown of Delphos to the state livestock sanitary commission. Brown was appointed by Governor Lewelling and kept by Governor Morrill. The move signals possible removal of J W Johnston and Brown’s return to the board. The governor plans to appoint successors to other posts as terms expire.
Kansas City reports General Jo Shelby died at his country home eight miles from Adrian Missouri at 4 o clock this morning after a period of pneumonia and declining health. The general had shown brief recoveries but remained unconscious most of the final days. Funeral arrangements were not finalized but burial in Kansas City where his family resides was expected.
A Topeka man Gardiner from Panhandie Pex sent a letter with a 2046 draft and a penitential note to J. G. Sweezy, former Bowt Sixth Street candy store owner. Gardiner, who has since found religion, offers to settle a $1 debt plus interest and begins a new life working for the Santa Fe.
Information from Caracas confirms the arbitration treaty signed in Washington by Sir Julian Pauncefote and Senor Andrade has safely arrived. It will be laid before the Venezuelan congress when it convenes, signaling a step in the arbitration process.
The dynamite cruiser Vesuvius eluded Admiral Bunce's planned cordon at Charleston harbor last night. The crew boasted of the feat while blockaders remain surprised and cautious, as Vesuvius slipped past under cover of night and rain. The ship arrived from Philadelphia yards, then anchored after dark and maneuvered through a favored channel, signaling success with a skyrocket.
London February 13 reports it may be possible that Dr Nansen will attempt an Antarctic expedition. Promises of substantial funds from Henabier Heaton and others are in abeyance pending government decisions on funding and stocking for the expedition. Researchers say the matter will be pursued further.
London reports strong interest in a forthcoming Mr Gladstone volume addressing the papal bull on Austrian affairs. The author promises comments on forethought prudence and the conduct of the weaker argument.
Charles Oterin tin died in Kansas City hospital of dropey and aktea. He was among the original Christie brothers famous for burnt cork artistry and helped popularize the song Old Black Joe. Henry Irving recovering from accident able to walk out and may resume acting in Napoleon play this season.
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