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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1895
Page
3
Representative Bland of Missouri predicts a new party alignment centered on the money question. He states free silver supporters will nominate a candidate, may split votes, and that the campaign will hinge on silver versus gold monetalism, with party lines eroding.
Cable advices forecast a European struggle for sugar market control affecting the United States, which relies heavily on cane imports. Europe’s beet sugar bounty policy boosted output, driving prices down and prompting higher subsidies to sustain beet production and market stability.
Friction between the Southern Pacific and its engineers persists in San Francisco as Chief Arthur of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers works toward a wage adjustment. The dispute centers on pay scales, with mountains engineers paid $4.70 and valley engineers $4.50, a gap the mountain crews oppose. The railroad reportedly plans to hold firm on wages, with no additional concessions expected unless an agreement is reached.
In Wasmyoros on February 23 the house accepted Secretary Herbert’s recommendation to add three battleships and twelve torpedo boats to the navy. Officials are already drafting general outlines while bureau chiefs await formal guidance, and ships are expected to mirror the Iowa design. Meanwhile the Fris Bakery offers a bread promotion with every dollar spent and a Kansas giveaway.
Fragmented OCR text mentions a college area, street addresses, sewer and lights services, and a note about balance and timing. It references a Small amount of cash, local street names, and a brief city notice context on East Front Street.
Henry Irving III and peers face illness as Broadway and London stages show shifts. Madam Sans Gene plans, Nab Napoleon relics, and Mario Hello Bilton and Marchioness of Aingbury head to Bath and other venues. Carmen Spanish dancer opens at Palace Theatre Monday.
Washioton, Feb 23 A new post office rule ends free delivery offices power to make temporary appointments when the civil service board certifies fewer than three eligibles. Postmasters must now appoint only from the list or seek department objections, eliminating other interim appointments. The dispute between the department and civil service commission is noted. Health is wealth through Dr Price's Baking Powder, promoted as absolutely pure.
Mrs Leland Stanford speaking in Los Angeles says 1100 students attend the university and awaits government suits outcome before any improvements. She trusts a just decision by a upright man will make Stanford University attract youth nationwide and notes Democratic party support.
Sixteen delegates from Washburn and other colleges gathered at the Copeland hotel as the State Oratorical association elected officers for the coming year. A A Parker of Winfield College named president, Charles Lease of Kansas University vice president, E M Fowler of Ottawa University secretary treasurer, and J A Dankey of Emporia named first Interstate contest delegate. The group set plans for the 1896 interstate contest in Topeka and designated Mr Blais of Sylvia Wesleyan as vice president of the Interstate association. Metropol itan Investment to hold annual stockholders meeting March 4 for thirteen directors. Gavitt's Native Herbs touted as a la grippe remedy in local notices.
The essay contrasts the old worshipful view of George Washington with a realist portrait. It notes Washington’s human faults, schooling, and temperament, praising his practical leadership, integrity, and masterful ability to unite colonial elites and common folk in the Revolutionary cause.
A Middlesex county jail in New Jersey houses two entirely underground stone dungeons with iron restraints, no ventilation, and damp, deadly air. Sheriff Richard Serviss oversees the facility while James Grady operates the underground cells to keep order after 9 p.m. These dungeons, used for years, are likened to Siberian relics and harsher than Weathersfield’s state prison.
A massive pink pearl, the size of a pigeon's egg, formed inside a freshwater mussel, demonstrated by the Smithsonian as a product of a strategical method. An oval wax nucleus was coated by pink nacre as the mollusk grew, suggesting the potential for small pearl production at home, though cautions about timing and size of the nucleus are advised.
George Pinkert, a Lismburg engineer, showcases a land and water tricycle with 53 inch diameter air filled wheels and a yard wide steering wheel. He claims nine and a quarter miles on land and seven and a half on a river, with a 210 pound machine and rubber tires enabling land travel.
A woman recalls night travels and toothbrushes left in a sleeping car and ponders managerial foresight for traveler convenience. The piece explains winter dreams arise from cold nights when exposed heads draw blood inward, causing light sleep, and suggests wearing a nightcap or wrapping the head to stay warm.
Wheat and corn fluctuations dominate the report with May futures moving from lower opens to mixed highs, cash grain firming on light hog receipts and better yard prices, oats and rye steady, and vegetable oils and sugar markets noted. Bank figures show a net reserve shift while urban staples prices reflect steady to higher tendencies.
Illinois Central line from St Louis to Holly Springs connects with the Southern and P O and P railroads to Jacksonville and all Florida points. New route quickest to Birmingham and direct to Atlanta Macon Charleston Savannah and southeast. Through Pullman cars St Louis to Jacksonville. Contact ticket agent for Florida Folder and details. Beggs Blood Purifier and Blood Maker advertised by W K Kennedy druggist.
Testimonials from prominent locals praise the World Medical Institute at 631 Quincy Street Topeka for effective treatment. Patients report dramatic nerve and health improvements since starting after March 1 with a promotion offering an extra month free.
An old classified style notice lists medical conditions treated at the World Medical Institute, located at 631 Quincy St Topeka Kaz. It mentions asthma bronchitis rheumatism consumption nerve disease epilepsy paralysis kidney liver bladder issues and women and children's diseases. Office hours show limited evening availability and a Kansas City corner Missouri Ave location.
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