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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1897
Page
8
Mrs Rosa Tapley of Tonia Michigan writes of paralysis and nerve distress improving after using Dr Williams Pink Pills. She says back pain headaches and neuralgia eased, nerves steadied and memory improved. Pills sold in boxes 50 cents each or six for mailed orders from Schenectady New York.
Washington notes Speaker Reed says Congress will act on currency and banking reform when public sentiment favors it. The delegation led by George Porter Metcalf Meabody and others urged passing a bill authorizing a commission to study currency needs. Reed warned legislative pace depends on public backing and banking system modernization.
In Cleveland on March 27, 400 workers at Nail Works walked off the job to attend a colleague's funeral and did not return. The strike involved mill helpers and foremen, who halted operations for the morning at the workers request. After the service the men planned to resume work once a satisfactory wage adjustment was reached.
Ga Comptesse de Castellane defends in Judge Foster's court along with Tuytonid minors and a claimant in a United States district suit. The Northweslien Montana company faces City of Wenmurle in a county filing regarding a foreclosure dispute. blockholders seek subscription to State Journal.
Bank Commissioner John W. Breidenthal reports strong early results from the new banking law. He notes 387 banks in Kansas with 16 reporting, an average reserve of 46 percent, up from prior levels, and says the law will benefit the state and enable rapid regulatory action if needed. He foresees first class banking condition across the state within months.
Allegheny County plans a vast road upgrade using a boulevard design from Hudson County New Jersey. Estimated at $10,000 per mile with contractor profit and office costs, the project factors in tax and future maintenance. Officials expect higher costs than nearby counties and promise extensive improvements across Pittsburg Allegheny and neighboring districts.
Nashville March 20. Rev Hinks and Nicholzon issue call for a national Good Citizens movement to unite lovers of liberty and truth for government reform. Meeting planned in Nashville in May to promote food government and righteous governance with a national citizen team assembling from many states and names listed.
Prominent mine managers in Leadville Colorado received signed letters warning of mine explosions unless they halt operations. Officials initially viewed it as a practical joke, but the missives sparked considerable alarm among industry leaders who refuse to heed the threat.
Representative C W Fairchild and Attorney General Boyle discuss possible legal maneuvering to defeat the stock yards law. They assert county attorneys can prosecute violations, even as federal court actions seek to delay enforcement, and speculate on who ultimately enforces or tests the law.
Investigation shows the Fulton bill on coal inspection and fee limits failed to pass. Its defeat would have halted oil refinery work, torn down partially built structures, and threatened Southeast Kansas oil interests. A former inspector allegedly pressed Standard Oil to kill it. Oil magnates reportedly urged defeat to protect business. The bill died after governor appointee’s hint of influence faded.
An advertisement claims a vegetable remedy Baco-Cure cures tobacco habit with no force of will. It promises permanent results in three boxes and guarantees satisfaction or money back. Sold by Hureka Chemical & Mic Co. and available through druggists.
A garbled report details a 135 dollar struggle over repaying men who financed a Garfield county resurvey after attachment to Finney county. The case involves D M Harmon lobbying for the funds, with Mr Harper seeking apportionment and others named including John Bull Parrrons Bros J Green J A Hoadlay Leonis Keler H C Winters Julian Hugh Johans Frank Whitner and J Swearingen.
Attorney General Hoyle urges remaining state officers to avoid a lavish railroad junket tied to property assessment work. He calls such a trip an improper display and vows to fulfill duties swiftly and in a dignified manner without family or relative excursions. He and associates share the opposition to the contemplated junket.
Governor Leedy plans a new Fort Scott police commission to take effect April 1 with five citizens including Jatar Robert and J. W. Bolus. W. Dosanren becomes secretary. W. Folus to serve as secretary and be removed as police judge. A. H. Shipp to succeed Bolus as police judge. Rosa Williams remains chief of police. The governor signaled no mass reappointment to avoid friction with Democrats. an adjustment followed after four days of talks with Dillard Boyle Galloway and local officials.
Madden's candidate TL MeLee meets Governor Leedy with Moise presenting his claim for a seat on the state board of charities. Morse, a traveling man based in Emporia, seeks appointment as the remaining member. The governor wavered on selecting a Democrat, stating uncertainty about his plan.
The Bank of Cission reduces capital stock from 30000 to 1000 under the new banking law and files with the secretary of state. Stock totals 100 shares at 100 each. C W Snyder and Hattie L Snyder Topeka hold 36000 there, M F Southwick 32900, A Southwick 100, L Pfister 100. the last three stockholders live in Clifton.
In an interview published in the Wichita Beacon the editor notes Lewelling disputes a quoted misrepresentation about extra session intentions. He recalls that after adjournment members expected a call for an extra session, yet railroads may instead pursue a satisfactory settlement. The piece frames legislative expectations and railroad prospects.
In a sprawling message, I D Dewellin argues for absolute power for railroad rate commissions over maximum schedules, contending changes by commissioners dwarf legislative rates. He recalls past legislative attempts, caucus actions, and hopes for a fresh session if needed, urging decisive executive support.
Governor Leedy announces D C Tillotson as a member of the state school book commission. Tillotson, a former Topeka city schools superintendent, is a silver Republican active in politics and supportive of free silver. McCray’s status remains unsettled as the governor weighs future action on his appointment.
Webb McNall superintendent of insurance probes five insurance firms over rates set for insurance writers prepared by Harrison Clarkson of Topeka. If McNall’s findings back his view a pool of rates could spark upheaval among fire insurers once evidence is gathered and orders to break the combine on rates are issued.
The executive council will meet next Wednesday to elect the official state paper for two years and to prepare stationery schedules with contracts let in May. John Yonkers of North Topeka to be elected state architect. A meeting yesterday was delayed as governor and attorney general were unavailable. Midland company chartered with 400.00 capital. directors listed. Several other charters filed with the secretary of state, including Severy Cornet Band Association and South McAlester Electric Light and Power Company, with listed capital and directors.
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