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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1896
Page
8
Dr F W Bailey retired as coroner amid debates over county pay. He recalls quarterly pay ranges from 45 to 120 dollars and mortem fees of 25 dollars, noting inquests grew late and bills were cut by commissioners. He warns duties beyond coroner work go unpaid and county service attracts troublemakers.
A tattered clipping cites Charles E Faethner and Samuel T Howete discussing Kansas confines on resubmission amid Prohibition era debates. It quotes Paulkger on observers noting resubmission has no chance, and Kaneas aims to maintain strict policies while expanding industry and reforming power structures. It also mentions Frank Merriam's new building plans at 611 Avenue and other local notices including uniforms and a soothing syrup advertisement.
Zeb White was sick but had a substitute while Pike sought a foul. The note reflects a game situation with bench players stepping in as a health issue affected lineup.
Zeb White recalls a feisty neighbor from Alabama who boasted he could wallop any man. The tale climaxes with a duel in which Zeb’s wife and a posse of onlookers turn the tables, leaving Pike the bragging foe humiliated and the wife honored for her savage defense. The anecdote blends rustic bravado with a twist of community judgment.
Lincoln Post Sons votes to urge Congress to extend pension laws for veterans of the Rapsua militia who served in the United States Army. The resolution calls repealing or broadening third section provisions of the 1873 statute to align with revised pension laws, and asks lawmakers to address perceived injustices to citizen soldiers. Also notes county superintendent questions for state diploma exams and a route to the courthouse.
Johanna the ape at the Central Park Zoo astonishes visitors by drawing with apparent mastery. She speaks of private instruction and recalls a lifelong habit of creating self portraits, saying she enjoys sitting before a mirror to depict her own features.
A crowd grows to over a hundred as onlookers gaze up at a building cornice. A rumor spreads that a child is in danger, but officials deny it and claim counterfeiters are on the roof. The exchange reveals a bet that more than twenty fools are in the street.
A mixed clipping presents quirky vignettes including an artist interview with tentative sketches and career musings, a woman’s club discussion on parliamentary law, domestic household humor, and short wit snippets from various newspapers. Names include Walter McDougall and references to Bailey and Starr in a slice of early 20th century life.
City council last night considered a new bond circulation plan by Edward Anaster and reviewed Atwater’s bill. Bradford’s resolution was referred. sidewalk petitions from Gordon to Park streets and other wards were discussed, some referred to streets and walks committee. Several residents sought licenses or waivers, and a list of condemned sidewalks was approved for action. Local ads and testimonials followed, touting Dr Hand's cures and Dr King’s remedies.
North Topeka notes report residents ill at home and others traveling to Cripple Creek Colorado. Local church services draw crowds as barber shop chatter and shop ads fill the page with businesses and addresses. A Sunday school rally, court scenes, and many short notices conclude the compact town record.
Reverend E. R. Edmonds, longtime railroad worker in Nebraska, outlines 19 years of chest pain, shortness of breath, dizziness, and sleepless nights. He credits Dr Miles New Heart Cure after reading about 187 similar cases and offers to share details if contacted. He asserts the remedy is sold with a guarantee.
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