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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jan 29, 1897

Page

2

Morton Flayed Attacks On Bryan Illiteracy Charge

Washington Jan 29 The House passed the Indian appropriation bill and moved to the agricultural one as two speeches dominated the session. Ohio's Grosvenor attacked ex Governor Altgeld and Missouri's De Armond ridiculed Secretary Morton over his pamphlet The Farmer's Interest in Finance. De Armond argued the silver agitation mainly came from farmers, and challenged Morton to prove responsibility for political outcomes amid sharp exchanges with Republicans and Democrats.

Washington Grosvenor Ohio Altgeld Timots BeArmond Miscouri Morton Ulingis Q Eptech Bryan Hia Otriu al- Saeed Ghent Aitgeid Ohio Vale de Armond Democrat Loressurd Peniavivauia Joni Woodhaven Mocton Hom Jorlon National Museea Apis Nebruslan Mr. Kem Fauarhtar Growvenat Philp

End of Cheap Gas Sparks Merger Talk in Kansas City

A Kansas City gas price war ends as Missouri Gas Co and Philadelphia trust affiliates consider consolidation. Previous rates dropped from $1.40 per thousand to 1 cent plus meter charges and stove subsidies, prompting public outcry and city council delay on a charter to fuse the firms. Albany reports Senate Lexow chairing a trust inquiry committee as Behringer Coal and local suppliers push services in Kansas and nearby towns.

Kansas City Kansasity Gas Philadelphia Gas Trust Missouri Gas Company Eiy Council

Gage Accepts Post as Treasury Secretary In McKinley Era

Canton January 28 Lyman I Gage president of the First National Bank of Chicago accepted McKinley's offer of the treasury portfolio after a conference at the McKinley home. Gage told reporters he would fill the position to the best of his ability and declined to discuss policy details. He arrived with Cyrus Leland and was briefed on tariff matters, noting broad agreement with McKinley. The report covers his early life, career rise from clerk to bank president, and two marriages, highlighting his roles in banking, the World’s Fair work, and Club memberships.

U.S Treasury Canton Lyman I Gage First National Bank of Chicago McKinley Associated Press Treasury Hi Newlf Gage Cleveland Major McKinley Mr. Gage Leland Kansas Cornell J. J. McCook New York W. C. Eber National Security Company of Osborne National Committee Lyman J. Gage Wa Deruyier Madiain County Rome Rome Academy Homie Post Office Chicago Alp Tim Lowing Watehman Merrhacts' Baying, Loan Atu Trust Company Is Chreet Merchants’ Savings, Loan and First National Bank Wse American Bankers’ Association Lrst National Bank Ard Ul Holds Fig J. P. O'Dell Wirt Dexter Dokie Fy Gut Sim Lm Ralsttsy Ume Ai- Pentre Fle Worki's Fair Dé Fectors Gaze Marriet Mist Sara Mthrinke Little Pall Y Shia Cornelia Gaze Donyver Col Commercial and Union League

Desiring Civil Service Reforms From Manufacturers Meet

At yesterday’s meeting of the National Association of Manufacturers resolutions urged creating trained consular officers and clerks with reasonable salaries. They called for American letters in consular offices and a strong centralized headquarters for commercial representatives. Delegates from many cities advocated the convention in New Haven. executive committee headquarters to remain with the president. The convention adjourned after minor matters were discussed.

Philagripaia Vad Ue National Association of Manufacturers Desert View Consis Witstfona Cilire New Waxhaven Try

Cleveland Hosts Annual Reception to the Judiciary

Washington reports the president and Mia attended the Cleveland annual reception to the judiciary and Congress last night. The scene inside the mansion featured elaborate tables and ornate decor with notable guests arriving in sleighs, marking a briliant but unusual event amid high attendance.

Cleveland Judiciary Washington Jan Congress

Czars Health Delays Imperial Plans and State Visits

A St Petersburg dispatch reports the czars health woes halt a planned May trip to London and postpone visits by Wilhelm II and Franz Joseph. Also note in Indiana a local paper’s Woman's Edition touts Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as best for croup colds and bronchitis with family use and bottle recommendations.

Westfield Ind Wrestfield Chamberlain Drug Slate

Heitfeld Wins Idaho Senate Seat in Gold Republican Shift

Boise voters chose J. Heitfeld as United States senator to succeed F. T. Dubois after a fusion fight between Democrats Populists and silver Republicans. Heitfeld secured 35 votes, one short of a majority, with 13 Democrats switching to back him and some Populists bolting before reconciliation. The result­derails Dubois’ bid and marks Heitfeld’s ascent amid party realignments.

Cleveland to Speak at Carnegie Hall Address Tonight

President accompanied by Secretary left Washington by special train for New York to deliver an address at Carnegie Hall for the New York Academy of Medicine semi centennial celebration. Weather shows generally fair with cold temperatures in Washington and Kansas forecast for the weekend.

Carnegie Ball Washington Lament Pennsylvania New York Aebt Carnegie Hall New York Academy of Medicine

Suffrage Debate Splits Over Enlargement of National Board

In Des Moines the National Woman Suffrage Association debated adding fourteen members to the national governing panel to widen rep resentation of state branches. Susan Anthony opposed expansion arguing it would hinder unity and tighten control by national workers. The proposal failed by a narrow vote and Anthony said contributors should not control campaigns. Readings by McCulloch and Stetson highlighted the evening program as lawmakers in session were told of suffrage speakers.

Anthony Des Moines National Woman Suffrage Association Clara T Colty Nebraska McCulloch Addison Kansas Atwater Montana Nelson National Association Dew Hird

Divorce Hearing Details in Cowley Case at High Court

London January hearing in the High Court before Justice Barnes resumed the divorce petition by Countess Cowley against Henry Arthur Storrington Wellesley Earl Cowley. Defense by Sir Edward Clarke denied desertion and challenged adultery evidence, Cowley admitting past adultery and citing jealousy and frequent quarrels as causes for separation. Unity between Cowley and Mrs Cherrington was challenged as speculation.

London High Court of Justice Justice Barnes Countess Cowley Henry Arthur Storrington Wellesley Earl Cowley Edward Clarke Q. P Sip Pinward Hart Coley Mr. Cherrington Iard Cowley Spevit

Expensive Drink Tale Highlights Coffee Habit

A soldier mocks Indian love of whisky and contrasts it with coffee habits. The text promotes Postum Cereal as a healthier alternative, claiming coffee harms health and Postum nourishes vitality, with ad-like lines urging readers to switch from berry coffee to Postum.

Revolver Drawn During Soprano Ellen Beach Yaw Concert

Denver case reports Ellen Beach Yaw’s Central Presbyterian Church recital ending in a cash attachment dispute. Deputy Sheriff Ebersole confronted Dingley Brown and attorney in a struggle over a cash drawer, with a .45 revolver drawn as tensions rose. About $30 to $40 remained. $427 debt from California engagement remains unsettled.

Jas H. Lave Brow Meach Yaw Graniger Shell

What Ails the West Discrimination in Freight Rates

Mr E Thurber at the National Board of Trade accuses railroads of bias against farmers in freight pricing. He cites Interstate Commerce Commission data showing suffering in the railroad business, noting farmers pay 13 cents per bushel for cargo while large shippers get 6 cents. He warns such inequities fuel unrest and anarchist sentiment along the Mischaespot river.

E. Thurber Wallington National Board of Trade E .Thurber Interstate Commerce Commission Thurber Raul Corn Chicago Trieess

Delightful Kansas Sale Promises Low Prices Soon

The Kansas business announces a grand sale of fine clothing and furnishings in Kansas City now located in Missouri. It pledges to break records in low priced selling, recalling 1880s plains days when goods reached customers up to a hundred miles away. Watch Topeka Daily for details.

Kansas Kansas City Missouri Here Topeka

Sherman Makes a Pledge to Keep Greenbacks in Use

Cincinnati January 2 The Times Star publishes a correspondence from Hon John Sherman Washington DC Dear Sir I am gratified to see you do not favor retirement of Greenbacks I am in favor of the Government retiring 100000000 now held The rest of the funds would be used to meet receipts and deficiencies and paid out as needed retired when revenues are sufficient A dollar a barrel would increase revenue and save the government from issuing more bonds Joseph F Lakin P 1 would amend the national banking laws to allow new banks to deposit silver dollars at 0 per cent of gold value with the mint Certificates pledged to secure circulation and old banks retire here abroad and put bullion on some fate make circulation tax free Then our nation will become the money lending nation of the world Your obedient servant JOSEPH F LAKIN United States Senator Chamber Washington DC January Mr Joseph F Larkin Mr Ded Biri Your note of theem received I agree with you on financial policy and will carry it out as far as I can Yours very truly SoH</S>

Boise Idaho Jan Heitfeld Pap Wss United States F. T. Dubois Dubois T. F. Nelson W. H. Claggett Clausett Heitteid Pondlist Claggett Beitteid Heltfeld Fenn Senator Dubois Fisher Hell Ela Dubois A. Walsh Democratic National Committee National Democratic Walsh Honey Heitfeld St Louis Henry Heitfrid St. Louis Seneca Kan Northwest Pomeroy Poroline Himse If State Senate John Sherman Washington, D. C Joseph F. Lakin Aiber Tullott

Cleveland to Be Honored by New York Merchants

New York on January 23 reports that former President Grover Cleveland will be guests of honor at a chamber of commerce dinner. A resolution and commemorative souvenir will mark his departure, with speeches focusing on his civil service reform and the treaty stance with England. The event aims to be broadly representative and marks a notable local recognition.

New York Cleveland Kiv Chamber of Commerce England Chester A. Arthur Otder

Prize Fight Bill Passes in Carson City Nevada

In Carson City Nevada on January 19 the senate passed a prize fight bill by a 9 to 0 vote. The measure aims to permit boxing matches in the state and now goes to the governor for signature. W H Heerick stated that if signed the big fight might occur in Nevada and he and Dan Steynarts anticipate ample protection under the bill. He noted Nevada has a different standard of morality than Texas and Arkansas.

Carson Nev Senate W. H. Heerick Dan Steyn Nevada Stewart Texas Arkansas

Cranberry Makers Push Tariff On Lingon Berries

Wisconsin Cranberry Growers Association asks in Senate for tariff protection claiming European lingonberries flood the market free of duty and injure the industry. They urge lingonberries be included in the next tariff schedule under their native name and taxed accordingly.

Wisconsin Washington Wisconsin Cranberry Growers’ Association Bonnor Vilas Senate Canada

Chinatown Raid in San Francisco Prompts Police Action

Police conduct raids in Chinatown targeting the See Yisp faction. meeting houses seized and furniture damaged. Several pistols and iron bars found. injuries reported. Bold claim of large-scale resistance forces in Calcutta referenced, with unclear context and wording.

Chinatown San Francisco

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