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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1897
Page
3
In Leavenworth and at the state shelter, extreme cold forces veterans to seek shelter. The article notes most beds are occupied, with many veterans staying indoors at the home and hospital, while several beds and staff show strains from the freeze.
A dispute in Irwin over Charley Monsil’s appointment unfolds as lawmakers urge Topeka action to block the nomination. The controversy centers on party alignment, with White endorsing Monsil but opposing party loyalty. Supporters push Senate intervention while opponents warn of political maneuvering harming patronage.
A fragmented Cheyenne report recounts a meter long ordeal over an irrigation windmill. A deputy sheriff and bystanders pursued suspects after a night of thefts, leading to a high court ruling and a $20 costs award.
Atchison Kansas officials seek legislative permission to borrow funds to finish the new county court house. Representative Samuel Ernst will introduce a bill authorizing the county to issue interest bearing warrants to maintain ongoing construction. The project is expected to cost about 80,000 dollars, with 44,000 already collected and 30,000 paid to contractors.
The Hutchinson News reports Reno county residents have deposits totaling 36 per capita for all people in the county. First National Bank of Kingman deposits exceed 1665 per capita for every man woman and child in Kingman county, per the Leader-Courier. Adding Norwich bank deposits would further boost western Kansas county figures.
A damaging clipping reports a shooting incident in the county's northwest area last Tuesday. County official Indorf is charged with a serious offense. details remain unclear due to garbled text but indicate involvement of Mrs Indorf.
A report describes a shooting at a Knorr residence in the county where a man returned home at dusk and engaged an assailant outside the granary. The intruder fired one shot. the resident alleged self defense and the assailant fled. County Commissioner Indort is reportedly arrested in connection with the case.
Wa-Keeney election turmoil yields two rival commissions and two county clerks. Populists claim victory and form a new board while Republicans dispute the result and retain an old group, causing conflicting handling of county business. Printing and official actions proceed under separate authorities.
A 1881 letter mailed to William Bro was found after a line delay near Leavenworth. The letter, from the New York customs, revealed the transmission missing about three months to reach the sender's age. Postmaster Charles Dayton noted the mail fell through a crevice and behind a partition at the New York office.
A fragmented, era style news digest lists multiple Kansas towns with short notes. Chetope adopts a local telephone system. Frisco No.105 fatally strikes Mrs. Samuel Blinn at a crossing near Fredonia. Ray Grant jailed for pawning his uniform. Platte county buys Raven Worth driving park grounds. Olathe reports a murder hearing for Nancy Jane St Mayer. Fort Scott covers Mamie Price theft case and related accomplices. illness notes report diphtheria outbreak in Walker County with quarantines. Smith Center notes unpaid seed grain notes and state requisition. Lincoln College hopeful on indebtedness relief. McPherson details Swede farmer Bratten dispute over a loan agreement. Mineral Water advertisement despite dense local tone.
M A Lowe general solicitor for Rock Island lines west of the Missouri river writes to an Atchison editor accusing current rates of favoritism and worse. He cites Kansas and Iowa examples showing wheat and corn rates differ by location and distance, arguing railways push higher charges to subsidize local rates. The piece highlights perceived discrimination against Kansas shippers and criticizes railroad policy.
Milwaukee January meeting of Mc Kenna Steel Working Company officers approved renewing old steel rails using FW McKenna process. A complete plant to operate in Joliet starting April with future plants planned in Boston Philadelphia Cleveland Milwaukee. Recycled rails are restored to better than new with about four pounds weight loss per yard and a lifespan of 30 years or more.
Freight conductors and brakemen on the Georgia railroad walked off last night in Augusta reacting to orders requiring brakemen to ride on top of cars or in the engine cab. Several resignations were reported as crews protested the dangerous handling, leaving their posts rather than comply.
The Santa Fe route, the home road, offers round trip tickets at one fare plus $20 to points in Arkansas, Arizona, Indian Territory, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas. Tickets are valid fifteen days outbound and may return on any Tuesday or Friday within a twenty one day final limit. For details call the passenger depot at foot of Fifth Street 622 or Cromwell & Jeffers at post office North Topeka 364 Ganvar, agent.
A store advert claims a life was saved by Dr King s New Discovery for grippe after doctors failed. The testimonial from a pharmacist named Cailloutte says after three bottles the patient recovered and was back on his feet. Free trial offered at J K Jones drug store Kansas Avenue with regular sizes priced at 51 and 1.00
An old advertisement in The State Journal touts Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as the best remedy for cuts, bruises, sores, warts, salt rheum, fever sores, tetter, chapped hands, chilblains, corns, and all skin troubles, claiming it even cures piles.
A cautious widder with three children debates shelter for a traveler heading to Jonesville as rain threats loom. They discuss hospitality and a possible marriage, while the wanderer contemplates leaving to avoid danger and the widder weighs risks and options. Detroit Free Press.
A brief Punch magazine quip targets a perceived emasculated attitude toward hiking and exercise. The line mocks a male stance on practice being too feminine, reflecting the publication’s social humor from the period.
A fragmented excerpt shows a frustrated husband Frank facing gambling debts and a tearful wife warning of unpaid rent and hardship for their children. The scene shifts to a bystander exchange about revenge and a later remark on beating an opposition church fair, with a humorous aside about hypnotism and a banter between Jack Dashing and Perdita.
A humorous long fragment from a New York paper describes a 70 plus year old man recounting his failed courtship of a 16 year old woman named Nancy. He explains he dyed hair, whiskers, and planned to marry her as his third wife, then laments losing her to another man. He vows to become younger to win her back and proposes asking a ninety year old widow to coo with him as a birdie. The tale blends speech with rural humor and social mores.
Figures from Treasurer Green indicate attendance approaching 20 000 after recent days. Crowds packed the hall and a stairway crush prompted police intervention without injuries. The confine school auditorium drew 600 patrons while legislative attendees filled the venue. Tomorrow university students arrive for the Eden House exhibit and a campus food exposition dedication.
Miss Culling demonstrated bread and pastry recipes to a crowded audience at the Pure Food Show. She outlined yeast bread steps, whole wheat and graham breads, muffins, rolls, fruit rolls, and muffins, stressing proper rising times and careful baking to avoid under or over browning.
Prescott & Co plumbers secured the contract to furnish gas fittings for Hamilton hall at the Pure Food show. They completed the work in a neat and satisfactory manner, earning recognition as able exhibitors in the event.
A newspaper item critiques baking powder pricing and purity claims. It quotes Mr. J. E Leto and discusses Cream of tartar content, industry profits, and consumer impact. The piece notes a Bond show promotion and limited sale hours, with examples of price differences and the need for pure ingredients. It mentions Mr. Starling and warns against deceptive formulations while urging scrutiny of baking powder quality.
A Journal correction clarifies last night’s report misstating Suttes Bet’s role. The nons Siation asked Mrs Saito to supervise the lemonade stand for the association’s interest and public comfort. Proceeds support the association treasury. Receipts from last night’s stand were nearly 1, Bn cass collars smoothed by Sream Esuudsy.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions an inventor Stambasen and references a thoroughly tested innate press or device. It alludes to a hotel venue and price notes, but the text is incomplete and lacks clear context or verifiable details.
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