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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jan 29, 1896

Page

2

Silver monometallism clash in Senate debate

In Wasnrvaros the silver bond bill faced skirmishing between Hill, Chander, and Jones of Arkansas. Senator Voorhees spoke for silver attacking gold monometallism as hypnotic Svengali influence. Clarke of Wyoming defended gold, Voorhees praised silver, and Voorhees asserted silver’s rightful role in sound money. The debate touched on constitutional aims, panic causes, and party duties ahead of Thursday votes. Gray supported gold standard while Palmer moved diplomatic resolutions. In Washington the diplomatic and consular appropriation bill passed with minimal discussion.

Wasnrvaros Hill Chander Jones Arkansas Jimes Senate Wolcott Colnesdo Friends of Silver Clarke Wyomioe Voorhees Denmerat Indiana Mr. Voorhees St Voorhees Congress Democratic Party Gray Delaware Palmer

Letter from Cockrell Clarifies Governorship Bid

Terrerson Cutt Mo Jan 29 1894 State Treasurer Lon V Stephens releases a letter from Cockrell denying candidacy for governor and stating he would not be a candidate, despite solicitations. The note mentions Siebert and Lesueur approved his stance and that he answered inquiries.

Terrerson Cutt United States Cockrell Lon V. Stephens Seculor Wasuiaton D. C Messrs Siebert Lesacer Washington Siebert Lesueur M. CocknaLe

Smith defends the Armenian troubles in Asia Minor

Mirxavoras Minn Jan 29 Hopkinson Smith, author and traveler, says he was misquoted about Armenian troubles. He argues American missionaries largely fuel the unrest, fueling revolts from Worcester Massachusetts and noting the sultan shows no religious prejudice while Christians dominate government circles in Constantinople.

Enemies Alive Hamper Nagle Retention Bid

Strong pressure rises to defeat Patrick Nagle’s confirmation and to force withdrawal of his nomination. The Senate committee plans to hold for a new aspirant for Millicent’s seat in Fort Scott Kansas. William M Rice, former Fort Scott Monitor editor and police judge, seeks Republican nomination to Congress. Des Moines flour prices drop giving housewives cheaper bread. Eva Davidson, widow of J M Davidson, accuses Thomas Sims of murder and says he warned her not to reveal the crime. Ex governor Thomas M Waller is named as a Democratic presidential candidate prospect in New York Connecticut.

Kudes Washisoros Patrick Nagle Thin Wilh Mit Senate Miltecs Fort Scott Kan William M. Rice Sim Afarder- Venoxa Eva Davidson J. M. Davidson Thomas Sims Sims

Cuban Rebels Suffer Shipwreck on Long Island Run

Twenty five Cuban refighters rescued after steamer J W Hawkins wrecked off Long Island. Cargo valued at over 80000 dollars in arms and explosives thrown overboard as water flooded engine room. Crew says ship owned by Cuban revolutionary party. six drownings among overcapacity lifeboats. None of the Americans aboard.

Vosevannmayer Mase Long Island Helen H. Benedict New York J. W. Hawkins Baltimore Joseph C. Hernendez Cuban Revolutionary Party Hall Caliste Garcia Carlos Garcia Hawkins Sgbt Feedon Cuba

Our Coast Defenses General Miles Urges Fortification

Major General Nelson A. Miles told the coast defense committee that Atlantic Pacific and Gulf defenses are largely obsolete with smooth bore guns on rotten carriages. Only New York San Francisco and Boston have meaningful fortifications but remain inadequate. He warned cities are vulnerable to a navy and pegged the total cost for adequate fortifications at about 30.4 million not including ammunition.

Miles Wastiseroy Nelson A. Miles Atlantic Pacific Gulf of Mexico Savannah Charleston New York San Francisco Boston

No Gar Encampment. Thirty Day Tickets Demanded

Commander-in-Chief Walker announced the Western Passenger association refused the ticket extension. Stating the entire encampment plan hinges on thirty day tickets, he warned that without them no encampment will occur and another city may be chosen. Other Joint Traffic roads said they would not transfer more than Western roads had already, risking cancellation.

Coles Cariaco Walker Western Passenger Association St. Paul Joint Traffic Association

Temptation and theft shake bank president's wife

Mrs June Houston, wife of the bank president, reported diamonds and jewelry valued at 50000 missing after she confessed discarding finery as ungodly. Suspect Mort Green, shadowed by authorities, attended a Free Methodist revival, then burglarized the Houston home taking valuables and leaving a note claiming temptation removed.

Wert Fiegr June Houston Bank Presidents Mort Green Free Methodist Revival Meeting Green Houston Bito

Indiana Republicans pledge loyalty to General Harrison

Indiana January 29 report: state central committee approves a resolution expressing firm loyalty to General Harrison and support for his nomination and possible reelection as president. Also notes other unrelated items from Cleveland and Denver briefs on court rulings, railroad legalities, and criminal cases.

Indiana Ixpianapolis Ind Republican’ State Central Committee Sfull Harrison United States

Millionaire Stratton Buys Independence Mine Claim

Cripple Creek reports note W W Popejoy of Denver sued W S Stratton over a one half interest in the Independence gold mine. Stratton bought the stake for $750 months later, claiming gain from the mine. Other small claims include Topeka buyers paying $5,000 for unpatented Ball hill claims and $63,000 secured by Moses on Grotto and Accident leases.

W. W. Popejoy Denver Stratton Independence Cripple Cree Cripple Creek Currie Creex H. C. Haynes Mocking Bird Happy Horns Burrard Creek Jefferson Mattie L Rice Topeka Kan Ball Hill Henry Walker Moses

Two Miners Stand To Earn $25,000 Bonus in Lease Deal

A ten days option on a bond and reuse on a Denver mine principal is set by Carvett Cxzes and associates Jan 28. Jones and Benunata agreed to transfer the bond to a well known Denver operator for a $25,000 bonus. Nugget Company owns the claim adjoining the Doctor to the west.

Carvett Cxzes Jones Benunata Elizevets Coooperto Denver Nugget Company Doctor

Panama stevedores threaten strike over pay raise

The Panama Isthmus stevedores, mainly natives and Jamaicans, threaten to strike for higher pay. The Pasamaral- Themec line faces unrest. if demands aren’t met, freight blockades could disrupt coastwise shipments. The Washtenaw reports the situation two weeks after leaving the isthmus.

Panama

Guy for Probate Judge in Republican bid

Justice of the Peace John H. Guy plans to announce his candidacy for probate judge as a Republican challenger to Judge Wood. Friends urged him to run. he said he would accept if nominated and would campaign strongly for the office.

Justice of the Peace John H. Guy Ini Nation Wood Guy

Friscos Pop Mayor Faces Central Pacific Funding Fight

Frisco mayor Sutro clashes with railroad magnate Huntington over a refunding bill in Congress. He has sent Congress, cabinet officers, and President Cleveland documents alleging corrupt lobbying by Huntington. A Louisville Courier Journal letter amplifies the dispute and warns of funding risks to the Central and Southern Pacific lines. A Missouri photo book promotes South Missouri travel, and local grocer John Baczynski advertises a February sale.

Feinne Wight Wiel Jugton Hy San Frascisco Jan C. P. Huntington Congress Central Pacific Railroad Huntington Louisvill Corrier Ayor Sutro Cleveland Uuntington Central and Southern Pacific South Missouri Kansas City J. EB. Locowoon Bansas City John Baczynski Kansas Avenue

Little Girl Preacher Claretta Avery Delivers Sermons

The 10 year old Claretta Avery preached morning afternoon and evening at Morris Street Baptist before large crowds in Charleston. Her late father is not named. Her mother says Claretta has preached for nearly two years with no formal schooling beyond reading, and her eloquence and biblical knowledge draw notable praise.

Claretta Norah Avery Chirestom Morris Street Baptist Church Charleston 8. C J. L. Dart Claretta Avery Avery Claretta Jan- Euege

Love and duty amid parting in a historic piece

Poetic lines on love, endurance, and the pain of goodbye from Estrina Trask in The Watchman. The text shifts to notes on ecclesiastical endowments and a Pig to Law tale, noting a $50 lawsuit over a $1.25 pig in Michigantown, Ind. A quip about Aubrey Boucicault and a remark on Joan of Arc miniatures closes the excerpt.

Estrina Trask Michigantown Ind Hillis

Harper's Bazaar Postage Free Subscriptions Notice

Harper's Bazar offers postage free subscriptions to readers in the United States Canada and Mexico. Address HARPER BROTHERS P O Box 959 New York City for details and to enroll.

United States Canada Misico Harper & Brothers P. O

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