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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1895
Page
4
The State Journal daily edition details home delivery by carrier in Topeka and surrounding towns and via mail options. Three month, six hundred ninety nine year, and other promotional terms are listed for different subscription methods and prices.
The State Journal asserts greatest daily circulation in Kansas with a 1994 summer comparison, citing figures for June through August and noting promotional statements from the paper. The dispatch includes commentary on currency debates, weather, and editorials, with references to Chicago and European economic ideas.
The Gardenhire bill before the legislature would require railroad passes issued to state and legislative officials to be registered with the secretary of state before they are valid. The change aims to inform the public about transportation benefits guiding official choices.
Mr. Sueavon of Cloud endorses a bill to let cities levy an occupation tax but critics say the tax is unfair and unsatisfactory. The Commoner notes that a $100 month business paying the same as a $1,000 month business condemns the system. Populists in Georgia and Kansas are contrasted over free passes and reform ethics, with calls to end the free pass system and a jab at Kansas Populists for earthly temptations.
A collage of light sketches and local jests from Kansas towns. Notes on Manhattan washing for meals, Eureka teens and hydrophobia, Burlington tealing, Severance cold romance, Atchison streetcars, and Chelsea heroes amid horse market queries. Mentions Eureka Eureka Estimates columns and civic quirks with small-town charm.
Eric Nystrom of North Wopeka appointed state house grounds superintendent is a professional landscape gardener. The state railroad commissioners dismissed the Osage City freight rate case after months of delay, signed by Commissioners Maxson and Vincent. Senator True of Wabaunsee clarifies that William Treu, not his relative, received his clerkship. Two damage cases from the Barclay wreck against Santa Fe will be tried at Ottawa before Judge Henson this term. The heirs of Frank Chidester sue in a case opened yesterday.
Helen Gougar told a federal gathering that her ballot challenge and supreme court case would have drawn witch trials fifty years ago. She argued civil rights precede full suffrage, rejected female superiority, praised woman suffragists, and supported single tax while condemning monopoly on land and natural resources.
A Guatemalan envoy reportedly arrived with a proposal for a secret treaty between Guatemala Honduras and Nicaragua mainly against Mexico. If no war occurs they would attack conquer and divide Salvador. The press forecasts revolution amid government financial trouble and rising taxes as people move to Salvador. Chan Bennett's Optical Store advertises $1 eye glasses with free fitting.
Pressure Jan. 18. Francie Murphy leads a temperance revival attracting over 500 men who sign the pledge in one night. He moves through the crowd, persuading reluctant attendees and delivering direct, personal exhortations. He praises Andrew Carnegie while stressing moral reform and domestic fidelity.
The election of Felix Faure to the French presidency draws praise from moderate papers and sharp criticism from radical and socialist outlets. Journal des Debats hails the defeat of Brisson and Faure as a sound choice. Millerand denounces Faure as a mere figurehead. La Lanterne forecasts a new era of reaction and a Casimir-Perier repeat.
Guatemala refuses to pay indemnity to Mexico over border damages. Negotiations are declared off and a negative reply is expected to reach the City about the 25th of the month.
Thousand heard last night as Dr Tracy spoke in Hamilton amid a 50 person choir. Blakesley introduced him for the Ministerial union. The talk drew strong applause and a stunning close as a transformation scene wowed Topeka viewers. The lecturer showed extensive picture paraphernalia investments and plans nightly showings with no admission charged. Whittier Romance: Elizbeth Downing Dies at 85 Aspuny Massachusetts Maplewood Farm West Newbury.
Helena Mont Jan 18 The house adopted a resolution to probe threats against Silver Bow members who supported Thomas H. Carter for senator. A letter signed by James Mellan as committee chairman calls them bribe takers and traitors and warns of an outbound band of thirteen awaiting their return to Butte.
New York police report counterfeit city of Cleveland bonds circulated in New York. Merchants have accepted some. Mercantile National Bank of New York refuses to state how many. One estimate places about fifty thousand dollars of fake bonds in circulation.
Rock Island notices highlight Peerless Steam Laundry at 114 West Eighth as best for neckbands on shirts and other shirt work. The item praises the Peerless for good workmanship and value, mentioning 11 percent and quality results.
Mr. W Randill Cremer the British member of parliament in Washington to advance arbitration between the United States and Great Britain reports falr success in his efforts. Senator Sherman has introduced a bill to implement permanent arbitration and the president will meet him this afternoon to hear his memorial.
Three million dollars in bonds fund the Colorado Great Northern and Wyoming railroad from Grand Junction to Green River Wye. Route surveys advance for a 200 mile line opening a rich region. Directors listed include WLTL Carpenter the president Thomas E Sanford Melvin O Whitehead Croas F Lass and James P Nesbitw.
In New York on June 18 considerable surprise arose in Parklurat ion circles as Mayor Strong may permit Police Superintendent Byrnes to stay on. The mayor sent a letter praising Byrnes long service and hinting at Albany legislation that could force changes in the department, while returning Byrnes letter of resignation.
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