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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1895
Page
5
A reflective piece on how necktie choices reveal a wearer's personality and social stance among the educated class. The author argues neckwear signals taste, status, and judgment in public life, offering nuanced views on fashion as character expression.
A column on J W Beekman and colleagues in the legislature likens neckties to personal quirks, noting Populists in the Senate shun them while Beekman flaunts a vast tie collection. The piece surveys various members from Coley to Stafford, Kansas City, Denver and Wichita County, linking attire to identity, with playful portraits of many dress habits and a final weather note from Denver.
David Hampton, condemned killer, was electrocuted at 11 30 this morning in New York for the murder of widowed Mrs Annette Ahrens on December 29 1892 at her West Fifty fourth street apartment. The crime involved theft of 35 dollars and a bag of money kept by the victim, with Hampton linked by a carved knife and bank bills later shown to accomplices. Hampton’s long legal fight culminated in his execution after appeals upheld the lower court decision.
At Hamilton Court Sunday afternoon Dr Tracey attacked the Topeka club, claiming a sensational disclosure would rock the city. G G Les warned arrest for contempt of court. Tracey vowed to proceed, audience ready to speak but the meeting closed. Tonight Tracey presents illustrated lecture A Reproduction of the Worlds Fair with 159 grand transformation views.
A quiet Monday docket in police court saw Alex Patterson for disturbing the peace for Saturday night forfeiting his $5 appearance bond. Elderly A Summerlet pleaded guilty to intoxication and paid a $5 fine. Frank Wilson admitted intoxication and was fined $5. John Dahlgren had a billiard room scuffle Saturday and also paid a $5 fine.
A bold burglary attempt at 415 West Sixth Street ended when John Brier, near 68, wrestled the thief's pistol from him and fought for minutes until the robber fled. The intruder smashed a back window, ransacked rooms by candlelight, and stole Eddie Brier’s bank. A second break-in at 507 Van Buren Street netted small sums, with a baby’s bank and a purse taken. Local residents reported a manhunt as police examined the scenes.
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