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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1895
Page
5
Ettenson Clothing Co announces relocation to a new Topeka storefront around February first. To reduce stock before moving, the store offers a 33 1 3 percent discount on all goods at the present location with cash sales only. The new shop will feature a wide range of clothing and gentlemen’s furnishings.
Drama erupted in the Kansas Senate as Hinshaw faced questions over suitability for the state board of charities. Senators Leedy and Bryan exchanged taunts, witnesses described kissing and hugging, and Mrs. Lease pressed reform charges before Hinshaw was confirmed by 21 to 11 votes despite opposition from Populists.
Potwin city council authorized fifteen new electric street lights to be placed where most needed. Mayor Forbes may contract under Topeka terms at 1.75 dollars per month each, with the contract expiring next December.
Outgoing Governor Lewelling signed a slate of pardons as his term ended at noon. The list includes Fred Holler, a Topeka druggist, and several others from Jefferson, Ford, Bourbon, Cherokee, Morris, Geary, Lyon, and Sumner counties. Pardons range from light fines to reduced prison terms, with several commutations for manslaughter and forgery.
In a letter from Factoryville dated December 13 1894 Kate Smeed Cross of Emporia contests sensational dispatches about a supposed death by suicide in Pennsylvania. She says Rosegrant died accidentally surrounded by family, and condemns the Item for sensationalism and misrepresentation.
The Dazzler is mothballed this week at the Grand with Cosgrove and Grants missing. The musical farce is praised for fun and music. Next week includes Joe Murphy Monday and John L Sullivan Wednesday with True American and The Span of Life Friday.
An aged notice from Tork Coat Co and agent A. F. Horner cautions readers about fire risks from improper stove use and smoking near coats, urging careful handling and immediate action to prevent ignition and damage.
The chief executive of Kansay marked the next to last day of his administration by removing the state board of health. The governor sent a new list, which some considered better than the first, and it was confirmed by a slim majority. Several Populists would have blocked it if present, while new members include two Topeka physicians and others from Lawrence Olathe Washington Kingman Topeka Minneapolis and more. The report also notes local items from the North Side river region and community updates.
Probate Judge Hazen pushed through motions as lawyers hurried through the morning session. Sheriff Barge oversaw sales including lots 497 99 401 on Loring avenue and 490 402 California avenue to P Gallienne for 20 dollars to cover a debt. Ke M Cockerell became clerk with Fred Waters as deputy. Hubbard leaves to open a law office. Judge Wood and Elliott’s terms mix of housekeeping continues. cigars ten cents celebrated as inaugural day ends.
Topeka reports four opera houses, teacher pay day, and closing term of city schools with finals this week. Christ Hospital donations total 125.20. Mrs. Herrick installed as W.RC president. Ninde Chautauqua circle meets at First M. E. church. Infant son of W. H. Wasson seriously ill at 709 Madison. F. J. Brown wins first prize at M.CGA bowling with 634. Grace Cathedral ladies raise 400 for missions. Plans to add boating at fair grounds. Mrs. George Tauber visits Topeka. Last court house bond installment of 25,000 signed. Fair grounds pond frozen with skaters. Dr. N. W. Tracy to lecture on temperance at Hamilton hall. Rev. S. B. Alderson lectures on Reign of Emperor Julian. M. Greenwald notes pay billiard users. Andy Gregg bootlegging case dismissed. The Dazzler to play at Grand Friday. Capt. J. Lee Knight presented an easy chair by county officers. Senator Peffer and relatives to meet in Washington. Organist pumping boy seen by congregation. Harry Croft fined 50 and 10 days. appeals bond posted. Topeka post No 71 list Saturday’s honorees and roster.
The World Medical Institute of Kansas City now at 651 Quincy St Topeka offers two weeks of free treatment including medicines and advice. They list diseases they treat such as digestion issues cataracts lung diseases women disorders hernia kidney bladder disorders men’s diseases skin ailments epilepsy and childhood deformities. They claim skilled scientific care and promise a quick cure with correct diagnosis.
An old Topeka advert claims Over 700 bottles of Hotties Snows Pine Expectorant sold last year with no returns for failure to cure a cough. The copy urges trying it for coughs and colds despite lack of evidence.
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