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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1895
Page
4
The notice advertises daily edition delivery by carrier or mail options with three month and yearly prices. It then critiques defeated laws and party politics, argues about tariff reductions on fireworks, and questions if foreigners bear the revenue duty, suggesting youths misunderstand tariff matters.
Weather report for Kansas notes fair and warmer conditions tonight and Friday with southeast winds. The piece weaves in political commentary on Commissioner Breidenthal, Chancellor Baow, and retiring figures, plus editorials on Morrill administration, gold syndicate plans, and state politics amid local gossip from Emporia and Topeka columns.
A mosaic of odd notes from Kansas towns. Miss Russ Bush of Oberlin wed. Norton residents snare dramatic tales. a gypsy fortune teller draws crowds in Kiogman. locals debate religion and politics amid scattered mishaps and humorous vignettes.
Edward Hohn of Bern e Switzerland director of the Universal Postal Union has arranged for a Washington congress beginning in May 1887. About 125 delegates from civilized nations will attend to sign agreements and adopt uniform mail regulations and parcel postage increases.
In Manitoba, the American Protective Association reacts to AP Martin’s Manitoba legislature remarks about the school question. W H Trainer, AP A president, denounces the statements as wickedly false and demands proof or an apology. Michigan AP A president John D Stevans also probes the claimed testimony on US education for girls. Forged bonds in Los Angeles prompt mortgage-forgery concerns. Bob Fitzsimmons plans training for a Coney Island bout with Corbett, before proceeding to Syracuse for Riordan homicide case work.
Northbound MK&T Flyer wrecked ten miles north of Houston near White Oak Bayou after heavy rains swelled the creek. Engine stopped on track, tender and two coaches overturned. Conductor Johnson walked to Houston for relief as surgeons dispatched to scene. Injured include Slocum, Graham, Benfrow, and Hutler Davis among others. a five year old boy from Trinity hurt.
Animal training is an art based on definite rules applied to the instincts of various subjects. The teacher observes each animal to find useful habits and the individual disposition, tailoring methods to each case. The Great Wallace Shows trainers illustrate these principles in practice.
The Imperial yacht Hohenzollern with Emperor William and princes opened the Baltic and North Sea canal at four in the morning amid cheers and military honors. The vessel passed through the gate, salutes were fired, and crowds sang the national anthem as warships fired a royal salute marking the anniversary of Queen Victoria's accession.
The North Topeka column lists residents visiting Ottawa, moves and visits on Van Buren Street, and Chautauqua attendance. It notes musical and concert plans at 8:30 PM, Knights of Tablet drill practice for the Kansas City convention, and local business ads for millinery, livery stables, groceries, and gasolene hardware.
A jumble of local business ads lists druggists grocers restaurants and services in Topeka with names such as Munyon's Remedies Moody's and The Magnet Restaurant plus repair and carriage works. Social notes report weddings travels and a hospital operation. A drowning death of George R Duncan is noted with funeral details. A horse carriage accident near Silver Lake is described. A cloudburst at Ames Illinois causes crop and property damage with no reported fatalities.
Curosao June 2 detectives raid nets five Canadians labeled burglars and one ex convict. Their room held a complete set of burglary tools and firearms. Authorities say the men were driven out of Canada by Dominion authorities.
Wheat opened weak then rose above yesterdays close with July at 1 34, 723g and 495 for core. September held 28 1 2 to 28 1 4, live hogs weak, lard at 6.72 3 4, ribs 6 47 4 4. Kansas City receipts 2 500, Texas cattle bids to 2 80, stockers and feeders 2 50 0. Markets seen firm to higher on cales. bulk sales 4 85 4 55.
Market reports show hog and sheep prices weak to lower with mixed tones across grades. Wheat and corn export demand cited in Chicago and St Louis, with Chicago reporting 175,000 bushels of wheat for export and 45,000 corn via river. Notes on rail and canal moves, dividend expectations, and international wheat demand. A Great Rock Island Route event announces a special train for June 23 with details and transport options.
Prominent Philadelphia figures including H D Cooley of 2148 Master St and Louis Cupp of Forepaughs Circus endorse Munyons Catarrh Cure Dyspepsia Cure Rheumatism Cure and other Munyons Remedies. They claim rapid relief and permanent cures with free expert evaluation from Professor Manyon, delivery by mail for retail price.
A large farm offer describes 19 000 acres of land near the Ft Riley post with grounds open for viewing on Tuesday. The round trip fare for youths and children is five dollars, advertised as far cheaper than a single regular fare.
In 1852 Fit Riley was chosen as a government site and occupied a military post in 1854 Presbyterian church Ex pEarsion there Tusaday June 26.
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