News of Kansas Cooks for Himself and Will Graduate
A Kansas student plans to work during college and graduate next spring. The report notes personal goals, academic progress, and future career intentions associated with the upcoming commencement.
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1895
Page
3
A Kansas student plans to work during college and graduate next spring. The report notes personal goals, academic progress, and future career intentions associated with the upcoming commencement.
Lawrence January 5 A Kansas State University law student observed an elderly man named Dr Martin Van Buren Stevens in class His age not stated but he claims many winters He is a medical graduate who lectures on phrenology physiology and physiognomy He travels lectures summers and carries a four inch watch He is well liked and lives frugally
In Liberal Kansas the Populist contest court ruled for H V Nichols over T A Scates for county attorney after a heated trial. A motion for new trial and arrest of judgment were denied as judges could not be located to sign the bill of exceptions. The case may proceed in district court amid low public sentiment.
This article profiles Sol Smith Russell, age forty six, in his Grand appearance with A Poor Relation. It notes his stage history from childhood in Illinois to a long comedy career. His brother is Minnesota's chief justice and he plans a tour through Kansas City, Florida, Virginia, and Pennsylvania.
Furman Baker is named assistant sergeant at arms in the U S Senate. He did not secure the post through Senator Martin or Peffer. Foster of Ohio, a relative by marriage, influenced the appointment. Salary listed at 1420 dollars yearly. Baker left for Washington to begin duties amid cordial notes over Mendota coal from Davies Lumber Co.
Topeka train timetable updates take effect Sunday January 6 1895 West bound No 1 leaves at 11 20 am changed from 10 30 am West bound No 7 leaves at 9 40 pm changed from 8 55 pm East bound No 2 leaves at 6 37 pm changed from 6 47 pm East bound No 8 unchanged Topeka 2 50 pm schedule shows A M Fries City Agent Mendota coal marketed by Davies Lumber Co exclusive agents Kansas State Poultry show at 424 Kan Ave seventh to twelfth Topeka Steam Laundry 825 Jackson Street
Paris crowds watched Captain A Dreyfus degraded after court martial found him guilty of treason for disclosing war office documents. He shouted innocence as troops and press witnesses endured a tense, ceremonial march. Roving crowds cried death to the traitor while police escorted him to a prison van.
Local notes from the North Side recount minor illnesses and job changes. Lost white Maltese kittens seek return with reward. Mrs. Dr. Dudley of Silver Lake has returned home after visiting. Local residents including Mr. and Mrs. Morton travel between Kansas City and the city. A shop ad mentions Christmas stove promotions and a 10 percent discount at P. O. Book Store. An accident injures Uncle Jimmie Stansfield's eye but sight remains. A courtship challenge among a young businessman is noted. Price’s Baking Powder is advertised as unrivaled.
Mrs FE Buckner assisted by Mrs WL Jamison entertained Monday evening at 915 West Eighth street in honor of Mrs Frances Chinn Fort Scott primary teacher. The event featured music games and dancing with attendees from Lawrence and the city including many named guests and Misses and Messrs in attendance. Mendota Coal Davies Lamber Co agents offered the finest soft coal for sale.
The schedule notes changes effective Sunday January 6 1895 for Topeka departures. West bound No 1 now leaves at 11 20 am and No 7 at 4 0 pm. east bound No 2 moves to 6 37 am while No 8 remains unchanged and leaves at 2 30 pm. Agent A L Fuller and Mendoza Cont. Davies Lumber Co. listed.
Wheat and corn prices fluctuated with New York buying lifting the market. Cattle and hog receipts were listed with mixed steady trends. Kansas City shows varied cattle and hog prices while dairy and sugar markets move.
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