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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1898
Page
2
The city reports a crusade against disreputable houses and disorderly venues. Ministers, led by Parkhurst supporters, plan prosecutions while crowds discuss the bold ventures of dancers and performances. Prominent clergy and local leaders attend meetings as authorities seek to curb vice amid public concern.
W B Sampson formerly of Salina now postmaster at Skaguay Alaska writes of mild weather with freezing points, slush, and a harsh interior climate. He describes sled travel, dog teams, gear, provisions, Dawson City economics, and the wealth potential of the interior amid high prices for candles oil and other goods.
The Coal Miners association of Cherokee county asks Attorney General Boyle to ensure Kansas coal operators comply with the 1999 anti screen law. The letter warns that without strong enforcement before summer operators may seek individual contracts to weaken the act, risking a general strike and potential lawlessness. Mr. Toyte plans steps to secure permanent enforcement.
An 1886 Topeka barber convention draft calls for state control of the barber trade to protect workers and the public. A 1897 Kansas bill failure spurred a mass meeting naming Joe Griley TE Sheard CLM Nepes Roy Hammon and OG. S. Shafter to organize a convention of Kansas barbers.
Secretary J E Nissley of the Kansas Creamery reports 21 creameries in operation across Kansas with a daily butter output of 29 300 pounds. The list names each creamery including Poum Betle Springs Abs? Wells, A G Eyth Enterprise Hope creamery Foster Newtor Wellington Hutchison White City Ramona Canton Marion Riley Clay Center Harper Chyde Eudora Lawrence Ottawa Meriden Great Bend Heiser Kansas Creamery.
Ottawa reports Maj. Walsh dated Christmas Eve warns population limits on Klondike river region. He cautions future migrants that only a fraction of land and resources will support next summer’s influx, notes widespread fake brokers seeking entry. Includes dubious testimonial about a cough cure.
In Young America, 50 villagers armed with axes, crowbars, and hammers destroyed Prank Nace’s saloon after a boy was beaten during a visit to fetch his father. The mob also stoned the residence, drove Nace away with gunfire, and emptied liquor into the street. This marks the fifth time the saloon has been demolished.
A sensational ad claims a simple cure for piles using Pyramid Pile Cure. It asserts quick, painless relief and a universal remedy, citing a testimonial from Mrs. Mo at Misstestopd Street Indianapolis and urging readers to trust the product for long standing hemorrhoidal suffering.
A three story frame apiary owned by Dr. P C Gress burned between 2 and 3 o clock. The blaze destroyed 12 years of work in bee culture including 18 percent hives 5000 pounds of honey in crates 7500 pounds of honey in the hives and 100 pounds of refined wax. Loss estimated 1500 with only partial insurance coverage. The origin of the fire remains unknown and replacement will take years given Dr Gresss research and prition in the bee business.
Judge Garver proposed a seven member committee to draft a bill to bar present law and let a majority of a jury decide cases. Lawyers including John Martin and W S Roark attacked the plan and urged referendum by the people. Also notes on broad windows in new observation car and sleeping car features along with hair loss remedy claims.
Advertises Mameseekers excursion offering a round trip fare with a $2 add on for Tuesday February 2 via the Santa Fe Route to multiple distant regions including Arkenmes and Indiana Territory. Names G W Stansfield of 632 Kansas Avenue and mentions laundering services and a minute cough remedy for bronchial troubles.
Lawyer Matt Campbell seeks enforcement of collected down payments from farmers who were stockholders in the Western Importing and Exporting company. Campbell claims officers Dummer and Lockwood are bona fide creditors, while thousands of dollars were absorbed by the scheme. The article also mentions a street fight between Bert Trapp and Reed after a billiards quarrel, with Trapp knocking Reed down three times before settling the matter in four rounds.
Washington Jan 23 after a long debate the senate approved the Teller concurrent resolution by 47 to 32. The measure reaffirms bonds of the United States are payable in silver dollars, with the government free to redeem in silver without violating public faith. Lodge amendment failed 29 to 24. Party splits marked the final roll call as supporters and opponents shifted on the silver issue.
Barges and scoops raised baggage and merchandise from the wrecked steamer City of Duluth at Renton Harbor. Workers evacuated goods by plug and scow but rough seas hindered unloading planned cargo from a schooner. Significant value of items recovered remains uncertain as seas impeded further work.
Five principal trusts including in Napa Valley fire insurance and others selected for inquiry by the Senate committee on trusts. Members listed include CP. Wightman Lionpard Alfred M. Cohen and J. J. Kven. Tickets for Homeseekers' Excursions offered January through March with minimum round trip of $7.00 to multiple western states. Also notices for Electric Bitters praised as nerve tonic and blood purifier, and local services offered by Swift & Holiday Drug Store and Peerless Steam Laundry.
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