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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Mar 17, 1896

Page

6

Resolution to Press Vote on Senate Direct Election

In Wasuiseroa on March 17 Senator Mircoell of Oregon moved toward direct popular election of United States senators. A privileges and elections committee discussed rules and joint revelation on the matter. A report to the male chamber was prepared and the group expressed eagerness to bring the measure to consideration. The question remains whether two thirds votes are required and if the majority supports the policy.

Senate Wasuiseroa Mircoell Oregon United States Centre

J. B. Labsh er for Mayor in Potwin and Auburndale clash

Report notes a political contest between Potwin and Auburndale over city governance with a shared ticket under J Larimer for mayor and council candidates G W Parkhurst Thomas Hicks Henry Pierce G Griffith C S Ogelry while a court scene in Coyne Burn features bailiff John Coyne in a green bow tie on St Patrick's Day marking local tension.

Pte Potwin J. Larimer George W. Parkhurst Thamas Hicks Henry Pierce G. Grifith C. S. Ogelry Wiltinen Henderson Auburndale Coyne St. Patrick's John Coyne

St Louis Dog Show Opens at Exposition Building

The St Louis kennel club opened its four day dog show at the Exposition building with about 600 invited social attendees. Nearly 400 dogs are owned in St Louis and many top contenders from the American kennel circuit are displayed, with wire cages and stalls shipped from New York for benching.

St Louis St. Louis Westminuter Kennel Club Madison Square Garden

Arbitration decision reshapes Kansas grain rates to Gulf ports

Arbitrators Herman Howe and colleagues issue a forty page ruling on grain rate adjustments from Kansas and Nebraska to Galveston and New Orleans. The decision, effective soon, ends prior discriminatory pricing and could prompt government action if noncompliance persists. Also mentions round trip tickets and DeWit's Witch Hazel, with scattered unrelated ad text.

Cuicano Hernand Howe Kansas Patata Nebraska Galveston New Orleans Kansas Peints Wwe Texas Nevend Moss Faithorn Hows Heshdes Tansee

Society Notes Highlight Topeka Personal Items

In society notes, Topeka residents and visitors send in social items. Miss Mary Thompson hosts a whist club with players listed. various clubs meet at Hotel Throop and plan events with dates and guests. Names include Miss Jetmore, Miss Gibson, Mrs. Smith, and Miss Furman, with travels to Chicago, Kansas City, and Leavenworth.

Fersous Mary Thompson Issey Gertrude Roberts Nelie Clough Anne Ewart May Hobarte Mensis W. J. Burgess Hea Akers Geo. Stoker Charles Tame Topeka Fred Cole Arcraty Mimy Fora Sadie Atchison Mies Irene Myrner Arthar M. Mills Miss Neely Kansas City Carrie Watera Charles KR Hudson Wernording California W. H Wade Dora Furman Wiohiti Carl Foulks Iz O Los Angeles Grace Colwell Saat Mins Allie Mason Lawrence Mas EJ. Cartlidge Tremain J. D. Atwood Chicago Katherine Fiery Nettie Lee Henry O. Miller Bradford Miller Valencia E. J. Carthidge Alva Anne Tyndale Redlands Cal John BE. Frost Wik Gibson Olathe Jerson Fred Sheati Wate Institution For the Deaf Gitdon Hammond Sheany A.C. Elder Chicaga Marty G. Wilson C. L. Short Madison Street

What are Earthquakes The Meet Recent One Caused By Conrejection

A Heratd dispatch from Valparaiso cites Professor Obracht of Santiago stating a late tremor near Valparaiso resulted from a sun moon conjunction and lunar alignment. The vibrations eased slightly as many families fled to the country, with some remaining in squares and parks until the 29th.

Heratd Valparaiso Obracht Astronomical Observatory Santiago Earth

Judge Grosscup rules all stockholders share in dividends

In March 17 opinion Judge Grosscup refused an intervening petition by paid up stock owners of the American Loan Association requesting discharge and release from liability. He ruled all stockholders are on equal footing, sharing dividends and bearing risks alike. Harrison, Abilene may see a new telephone venture using the Harrison patent with rates far below Missouri & Keenes lines, backed by local capitalists.

Grosseup Aimee Ia Felity Grostcup Harrison Abilene Astisyr Missouri & Keuses Company

Miss Fuller's Mesmerizing World Tour and Plans

Miss Fuller recounts five years of triumphs in New York and Europe with serpentining and other dances. She praises France and England, recalls gifts from Beaux Arts students, the Beaux Arts president, and royalty, and notes future travels to Egypt and Africa before settling back in America.

General Sporting Notes Highlights Boxing and Yacht News

Many top English jockeys earn over 2500 weekly. The New York Yacht Club’s next general meeting is closed for Thursday March 26. Colonel Jack Chinn to start at Lexington spring meeting. Owl Sullivan seeks fights in England or the United States. Charing Reilly released to captain and play third base for Syracuse in the Eastern League. Billy Keeler helps place amateur players in the Atlantic League. Sibbick of Cowes building a 40 footer under new rules for Commodore Gillit and George Work. Billy Woods of Denver ready to challenge Nick Long or Charley Strong for prize. Jim Mace intends to return to boxing to meet Jim Stewart, Scotland’s heavyweight champion.

New York Syracuse Billy Keeler Chai Ploh Baltimores Amteur Brooklyn Lots Sibbick Cowes Harry M. Gillit George Work Billy Woods Denver Charley Mitchell Nick Long Nick Burlay Charley Strong Jom Mace Jim Stewart Stewart Scouland

Antoinette Szumowska The Pupil Of Paderewski Fame

The only pupil of Paderewski, Antoinette Szumowska, is acclaimed for her flawless technique and tonal color. Born to a Polish family exiled by czarist troubles, she studied in Warsaw and Paris before debuting in 1891 in Paris and London, later drawing strong favor in this country as a rising concert pianist.

Jewski Paderewski Antoinette Szumowska Reginald de Koyen Robin Feed Rob Ray Mile Seamowska Siberia Szamowskas Dublin Szutowske Waa Astoixette Sunowsea Michalowski Warsaw Paris Graviates Seymowske Omnateur M. Padwzewski Isesuns BM. Gorakt Salle Irard London

Passenger rate war strains western railroads today

Rail line tensions rise as Union Pacific and Denver and Gulf spar over passenger fare cuts in Colorado. Denver and Gulf aim to pressure Santa Fe into coal-rate changes. UP holds back, risking escalated friction along the Missouri River. Officials warn of broad repercussions for trans Missouri routes and regional transport.

Toansas Lince—Bersennis Mincoss Union Pacific Denver & Guilt Road Denver & Gulf Ita Missouri River Gulf Road Juleeburg Junction Neb Omaths Dai Colorado Sota Fe Gulf Morton Santa Fe Deaver Burlington Denver

Somerset libel suit settled out of court

Lady Somerset sues William Waldorf Astor proprietor of the Pall Mall Gazette for 25000 dollars. Settlement reached out of court with apology to Lady Henry Somerset and costs paid by Pall Mall Gazette and twenty other papers. Case linked to reform efforts against a noted druggist. Also notes political reporting from San Francisco and a local appeal about mineral water.

Eadttor Smart Lowpox Evening News Sfver Lady Somerset Win Waldorf Astor Pall Mall Gazette Mr. Astor Henry Somerset Druskard Jans. Cakebroad Jane Pull Call Gazette San Frascisco W. H. Andrews Republican State Central Committee Senator Quay Gall H. BE Galvia Hazen End

Testimony on Eye Treatment and Relief by Prof Samuels

A man with chronic eye pain and nerves describes a long struggle through several doctors. After four weeks with Prof Samueli in Kansas Avenue, over Hubbard store, he reports dramatic relief, restored color, better appetite, and less fatigue, noting glasses needed only in dim light and willingness to endorse the treatment.

Tapas H. L. Bevel Western Union R Oporter Butts Baimuels Mei Ofbera Samudia Kansas Avenue

Woman Blocks Crossing Halting Cable Cars in Nettle Bold Coin Claim

A large woman stands at a Market Street crossing blocking cable cars and vehicles. She asserts her rights, refuses to move, and clashes with a conductor and police who try to persuade her to step back. She shows counterfeit money and partly successful coins, while the crowd watches as officers explain the money’s bad value. The scene ends with a claim of hard lines and a denial of backing down.

Kearny Abe Birs Ron Ture Olafin Sean

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