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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1894
Page
1
The House gallery crowded as tariff conference debate opened amid tension over free raw materials and sugar taxation. President Cleveland's letter to W L Wilson fueled calls for steadfast Democratic principles and a firm stand against surrender to Senate changes.
New York Herald reports a Washington dispatch claiming three senators faced perjury charges amid sugar market speculation. A broker’s contract allegedly shows a senator agreeing to buy sugar before a price surge. Fulcrum claim centers on perjury to advance market manipulation and protect others from losses.
Massowag, Egypt July 10 Italian Governor General forces beat a large native and Dervish force at Kassula. Kassula and a large number of Dervishes were captured after a raid on Curcahat where villagers were killed and others enslaved. Governor General ordered pursuit and rapid action toward subduing the danger.
The Amal amated Association of Iron and Steel Workers plans to shut all Puddlers mills on August 1 in Pertssens and nearby, with pay under $1.75. Assistant President Patrick McEvoy, from Youngstown, has been organizing non union mills here and nationwide, with secretive but growing activity reported today.
In Cuevesse Wyoming and the U P divisions of the Union Pacific will not reopen for general repair work until demand for motive power returns. The closure, effective July 2, shocks hundreds of workers and threatens business across division towns from Cheyenne to Portland.
The Republican State Central committee repudiates a plan to buy ten thousand weekly copies of the Topeka Breeze for campaign use after heavy criticism. Major Hudson and others opposed the deal, citing nonunion issues and preference for established state papers. The move signals a shift to traditional newspapers and open press access for Republican messages.
A prominent Democrat, Vreeman Kelley, has joined the Populists, signaling a broader migration as the Democratic Party is accused of failing to keep promises and being controlled by eastern interests. Kelley cites money supply concerns and calls for freer circulation as core Populist aims. He notes he will not return to the Democrats.
Central Labor union passed resolutions calling for a congressional investigation of Judge Augustus J. Hicks. They allege that in 1836 clerk duty led to Hirdeell cases begun by farmers, with costs accumulating and $5,500 unaccounted. Robert Bandiow led the push. attorney general Olney was urged to review, with plans to send to Congressman Tom L. Johnson.
Frances E Willard receives a bicycle during her visit in Culcan. She recalls prior Tricycle trips in Evanston and Chicago avenue, aided by gifts from English and American makers. Gordon Prescott & Co will move to No 18 West Eighth this morning.
Andrew D. White resigns due to ill health and Clifton R. Breckinridge of Arkansas is selected as his successor as minister to Russia. Breckinridge, a Ways and Means member, supported anti silver policy and was defeated for renomination in Arkansas. His appointment follows days of White House discussions and Senate tariff debate. Breckinridge, a Kentucky native, has long served in Congress and built a reputation for scholarship.
The Ninth New York regiment moved out on a special Lake Shore train. Others marched to Fort Sheridan, with 1,000 troops needed to resume Pullman Shop operations. About 100 Hollanders were stopped by strikers and cleared to work. Debs manifesto had little effect as workers returned to duties, stockyards receipts rose with cattle hogs and sheep. Security plans for workers outside shifts were discussed.
The article outlines a complex Kansas political battle around Judge Martin’s potential promotion. It mentions Amy Thayer, Senator Gray of Illinois, Senator Pugh of Alabama, and Senator Tarote, with Gover Lewelling weighing an appointment that could shift Populist influence. Debate centers on district judge selection, health retirement, and party support in a crowded field.
Fragmented reminiscence about Judge Cooley and the press endorsing actions, mentioning his career in Michigan, relationships with Tan, and a 19th century context. It references a state commerce board and public sentiment, noting praise and gratitude toward Cooley’s influence.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe potential industrial revival with a cotton factory and a saw mill. Mentions Gillette factory and Cypress wood mill, plus investors planning expansion near Chattanooga for development. Details are unclear but hint at factory openings and related investments in the area.
July 10 Jameston works of Carnegie and Co. at Turne Pn saw a boiler explode injuring several metal workers. two severely burned as the incident interrupted operations. A stormy weather evening delayed the west branch trains as Monon railroad crews faced the aftereffects. Earthquake reports from Aveturon Wis and a late funeral procession in St Paul plus a rail incident near Alpena highlighted a day of unusual events.
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