30 Jul 1894
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1894
Page
1
The Kansas State Executive Council approved 5000 to be handed to the State Board of Health to “keep cholera out of Kansas.” Governor Lewelling and Treasurer Biddle protested. several board members pressured the council, and controversy arose over misusing state funds for public health versus political gain.
New York and Washington figures debate expanding the U S army to as many as 60 000 men to guard rail hubs deter riots and ensure peace amid rising unrest. General Schofield argues for presidential discretion while supporters cite need in major cities and frontier posts.
A state legislator protests an executive council stance on a $5,000 allocation to the board of health. He argues it harms Governor Dewelling and the Treasurer, while four other officials would lose votes. Cities must fund scavenger work locally, as Kansas municipal funds should not cover cleanup costs, risking no spending on city cleanup.
Alabama faces a heated electoral season as July crowds attend speeches and loyalties shift. Col William C Qaws seeks governor as Jefferson Democrats unite with Populists against Reuben F Kalb. Birmingham Age Herald estimates by county hint at a Democratic edge officials fear. Japanese minister Gozo Tafone presents recall letter to President. no friction implied with U.S. officials.
News wires report the death of Mo A Murray at Tuxtepéc Mexico with brief details and no additional context. Local officials have not released a full obituary or cause of death at this time.
A sudden death in Topeka follows a report of Hon John A Murray’s health. Murray, a leading lawyer and former Sumner county attorney, helped craft the temperance law. He served in the Kansas legislature, was president of a Mexican land venture, and left a wife Pannie Mikerell and four children. A memorial service is planned by the Topeka bar association.
Reports from Vineland New Jersey describe a fierce school trustees election marked by women voters clash with police and judges. Rioters hurled abuse at officials, the ballot box was threatened, and several women were among those attempting to cast ballots before order was restored.
July 30 reports in western Nebraska show the drought has withered every green thing from the river westward. farmers face ruined corn yields and lack fodder for cattle and hogs, with 72,000 hogs received at South Omaha last week far above normal as farmers flee the state to avoid starvation and ruin in winter.
New York Republicans in the Seventh assembly district form the McKinley Republican club of the Seventh district and inform Governor McKinley. He replies praising the club and its stalwart Republican spirit, sending best wishes for their work and honors.
Los Angeles Calif July 30 The city was shaken by an earthquake at 8 11 o clock The movement came from northeast to southeast with an upheaving character west of the line The disturbance caused three distinct shocks the severest ever felt in the region Yet no particular damage is reported A peculiar feature at Adom was a large mistear like one felt Friday night here A ball of bias moved from south to north swiftly
Chicago July 80 Mayor Hopkins said troops guarding Pullman work sites will be withdrawn within twenty four hours unless the company announces it will commence operations. Striking railway men tried to win the firemen and engineers away but failed. About one hundred nickel plate shop workers returned to Gird Street to resume regular hours.
A young man named KB C Taylor, 25, was declared insane by a jury before Probate Judge Eliott. From Ottawa, he has believed Deputy Sheriff Watson is the devil, raving about his weak body while his soul resists control. He denied the doctors and addressed jurors as relatives, leading to commitments to the state insane asylum.
Santa Fe consolidates two California trains into one on Sunday August 5. Train No 1 will run to the west as scheduled at 1 p.m. Train No 2 eastbound will be discontinued at 4 a.m. Train No 6 eastbound will instead pass Topeka around 7 p.m.
In Wasumnotos on July 30 Mr Boutelle presented a privilege question in the house, a joint resolution congratulating Elewati on establishing a republic and recognizing it as a free and independent state. The measure was referred to the foreign affairs committee.
In Wasaixtos on July 30 the full tariff conference committees met after 1 pm. On Wilson's suggestion they adjourned to the chairman's call, Democrats unable to agree and planning further talks. In Wad Thursday the Democratic base caucus time was moved to Thursday afternoon amid reports of petition withdrawals proven incorrect. Prince Bismarck age illness noted amid scattered columns.
Ex Senator Ingalls spoke at a Lincoln center meeting, denying support for government ownership of railroads. He warned Democrats for depressing conditions and cautioned against sweeping nationalization while endorsing private capital labor balance and stable wages. He plans to travel to Superior, Nebraska, to campaign for Republican aims.
A fragmented piece offers advice on staying cool and meal suggestions during heat. It mentions avoiding meat when temperatures rise, breakfast strawberry shortcake and coffee, lunch with lettuce and tomato, and a note on how hot conditions affect workers in Italy and Spain. It includes a brief court dialogue about breach of promise.
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