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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jan 22, 1895

Page

8

Grand Theater Schedule Promises Night of Variety

February 4 brings J K Emmett Jr at the Grand in Pritz in a Mad House and John L Sullivan in A True American. Frohman company presents The Girl I Left Behind Me, The Span of Life melodrama with three acrobats, and The Crust of Soviets next Saturday. Rail routes advertise new Florida and Southeastern connections via Illinois Central and Southern lines. Also notices for local sales, bargains, and Furman’s footwear promotions fill the page.

Grad J.K. Emmett, Jr Sullivan Pugilist Hale Charles Frohman the Grand Ruston Gloter Sheiler Company Carrie Turner Mi. Baatlake

Sons of the Revolution elect officers and members

Members elected include Edwin Scott and Paul Torrington of Topeka. Judge James H. Lowell of Hul ton. W. Allen of Ottawa. R. Elung of Kansada. Nees county. Officers for two years: President Geo. D. Hale Topeka. Secretary H. J. Adams Topeka. Treasurer A. K. Hodgers Topeka. Vice presidents W. T. Scott Hul ton. F. H Bellon Pomeroy. Connellly McFadden Chanute. E. Berry Waterville. R. O. Elting Kansada. Registrar T. E Bowman Topeka. Historian Dr. J. L. Parker Topeka. Delegate Washburn to national meeting in New York. aim to observe Washingtons birthday in schools.

Sons of the American Revolution State Historical Society Rooma Iollbewikte Eeutronan B Soow Edwin Scott Bowman Paul Torrington Topeka James H. Lowell Hulton Allen Ottawa Elung Kansada Nees County T. E Bowm J. L. Parker New York Washburn Washington

Revenue Increase Reported for Six Months Ended December 31 1804

An internal revenue bureau statement shows total receipts from all sources at 51 547 506 for the six months ending December 31 1804, up from the previous year's period. Spirits led with 48 856 339 in receipts, tobacco 15 157 649, permeated liquors 10 000 377, oleomargarine 910 940, and miscellaneous 242 242, with gains and declines noted in each category. Playing cards tax contributed 261 798 of miscellaneous income.

Internal Revenue Bureau

Patents Issued and Baking Powder Controversy

The Interior Department directs patent issuance for thirty acres in McGuire addition Haid to L W McGuire and hints at later town patent. A public notice on alum in baking powders lists brands and asserts powders under twenty five cents per pound are alum-based. Dr Wiley labels alum powders unwholesome.

Wasurxeros Secretary of the Interior Plysteinus Wiley

Real estate sales and notices across Topeka and vicinity

Real estate sales set records with Albert Parker selling multiple parcels on Hancock and Crane streets for 8168 and Laura Haley selling Lot 917 on Lima Street for 115. J C Goldan sold Gyros Gale lots on Kellam Avenue for 500. Hi B Hulton sold 40 acres in section 22 north of Topeka for 500. Also notes ill health of James Bethune in Washington and a volunteer appeal for defense of the republic in Savannah.

Albert Parker Jewell Hancock Street Crane Street Laura Haley Mary Perley Lima Street J. C. Goldan Solt Gyros Gale Kellam Avenue Jenkin W. Morris Hi. B. Hulton John H. Barker Topeks

Flaw in Title Brings 1000 Kansas Land Settlers to Court

Subpoenas issued by the United States circuit court target over 1,000 settlers in Dickinson Ellsworth and Sullue counties who bought lands from the Union Pacific. The government seeks to oust owners claiming the railroad grant was invalid and lands revert to the government. Expect hearing before Judge Foster on Feb 4.

United States Circuit Court Union Pacific Railroad Company Dickinson Ellsworth Sullue United States Union Pacific Railroad Kanosas Solomon Smoky Hill Foster

Arbitration Bill Proposed to Settle Labor Disputes

Amended bill for settling labor disputes via an arbitration committee passes committee with minor verbiage changes. The report argues Congress is proper to authorize the commission, which would be less partisan and costly while examining industrial matters. Letters of approval from Samuel Gompers, John W. Hayes, H. Desning, and J. H. Sovereign accompany the report.

BIL Wasatseros Committee On Labor Congress Tate Samuel Gompers John W. Hayes EH. Desning J. H. Sovereign

Disturbances and delays plague telegraph networks in Asia

A Telegraph and Cable report from Port Darwin notes serious disruption to the Australian government telegraph due to floods, causing delays in all Australian telegrams. Transvaal lines also suffer interruptions with possible Africa-wide delays. Shanghai and Yokohama messages show transit times of about five to six hours. In Greece, protests against government policy flare in Avuen and Hatras with military suppression. Ras Manghix in Egypt's Massowan region is cornered while seeking refuge in Temben after Abyssinian forces are scattered.

Australia New York Western Union Telegraph Company Port Darwin Transvaal Africa Eastern ‘Telegraph Company Commercial Cable Company Shanghai Yokohama Greece Avuens Hatras Massowan Egypt Ras Manghix Temben

Local church speaker and public notices in Santa Fe region

Rev 8 B Alderson of First Presbyterian will speak at Santa Fe shops Thursday noon. The runn ing gambling case against Harry Croft was continued by Justice Chesney to Jan 24. Rep George W Miller of Geary county voted against adjournment at the caucus. Sheriff sale at Buchanan Clay and Bhanteon streets and Throop's addition nets Central National Bank 9150 from H P Shroop et al. Revival services continue at Madrad Street Baptist with short sermons each evening led by the pastor.

B. Alderson First Presbyterian Church Santa Fe Harry Croft Justice Chesney George W. Miller Geary County Buchanan, Clay and Bhanteon Throop Throop’s Addition Were Sold At Sheriff's Central National Bank H. P. Shroop Madrad Street Baptist Church

Hillmon Case Developments Highlight Hillman Trial Testimony

Mrs Sallie Hillman Smith testified about her engagement to Hillmon, timelines, and a letter from Wichita. She described identifying the body, burial expenses, and her belief the man was her husband. Testimony covered prior trials, witness evidence, and height and dentition notes from Dr Fugate and Arthur Judson. The day ended with limited session and an adjournment to tomorrow at 10.

Hillmon Mra Sallie BE. Suilth Hillmoo Wichita Hulman Connecticut Mutual Ofice Arthur Judson Dr. Fugate Hillman Popenoe Thomas Plaintif Fugate

Ricks Case Opens With Judge's Written Answer

The house judiciary committee held an open session to question Judge Ricks on fees. Ricks defended his accounting and said he followed customary practice, claiming he answered to the government for all funds and that his successor incurred no loss. He noted affidavits from clerks supporting the practice.

Mikes Wasars Gron House Committee On the Judiciary Ricks Culberson

War Cloud Grows With Guatemala Mexico Clash Rumors

Reports from Mexicali on January 22 claim President Porfirio Diaz may command frontier forces in person if war with Guatemala erupts. Widely circulated gossip names three possible generals Viz Reyes of Monterey, Villado of Mexico, and Torres of Sonora, with Reyes favored by Diaz.

Mexico Guatem Mexico Urry Mex Guatemala Porfirio Diaz Leon Jose Vicente Villado State of Louis Torres Sonora Reyes Monterey Diaz

Debs to Walk Out after Supreme Court Bail Order

Debs and associates to be released from McHleery county jail on 2000 bail each after court formalities. They will be brought to Chicago and released tomorrow morning. In Mexico City a Methodist conference closes with ordination of a Mexican pastor as a presid ing elder for Hidalgo district. The Tracy Temperance Meetings in Hamilton hall draw over 2000 attendees with pledges signed and a talk titled Boys and Girls Nice and Naughty.

Cutenco Debs McHleery County Supreme Court Chicago Mexico City Methodist Episcopal Missions Mexico Isaac W. Joyce Chattanooga Tenn J. M. Eurasa Hidalgo Tracy Tempeer Hamilton Ball

Sage Wins Agaily in Court Ruling Disputed

New York Jan 22 The Laidlaw Sage case jury split nine to one in favor of the defendant while the panel disagreed on key points. Proceedings showed a hung position after deliberations.

Taldlaw New York

Market Report from Jan 22 Showing Mixed Commodities Activity

The market opened weak then rallied before fading again as grains hogs and cattle moved in a volatile session. Wheat corn oats pork and livestock futures quoted with brief estimates for tomorrow and cash prices, while New York sugar and other commodities posted firm or steady tones amid cautious trading across major markets.

Associated Press State Journal Carcase Pardridge Country Commission Baldwin May Maynard New York Svean

Local Feed Store Advertises Wide Selection and Low Prices

A fragmented ad for Flowran Feed and Crackers lists a variety of animal feeds and related goods at competitive prices. It mentions contact details and a description of items available, indicating a general wholesale or farm supply focus with a push toward affordable options. The text also references a person named H. Hiatt.

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