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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1897
Page
5
A legal fight over Furman's is set for a Saturday hearing starting at an early morning session. The lengthy OCR text outlines a civil injunction and related court actions, mentioning a state auditor and treasurer, with references to legal terms and names amid a garbled page.
The Sanitary Commission in Missouri tightened controls on cattle moving from Missouri into Kansas amid fears of infection. Officials rejected a petition to allow certain cattle to enter Kansas, citing risk to state stock while conceding pasture shortages. The meeting in Hopas City Saturday resulted in reaffirming the order and refusing the petition.
A garbled report claims no civil service exists and Republicans at Hutchinson. It mentions the Gundea or Kertore H taku and a suggestion of Governor Reedy. It alleges Superintendent Morse could have kept his job longer if he had dismissed Republican employees to appease populists named by the governor.
The report lists bonds owned for the permanent school fund at 3,20370K08 and details the state statutory and treasurer settlements. It shows the total balance in the revenue fund at $MSIS5L and a treasury payout of $509. The insurance fund rose steadily, with $18.1s240t set aside for security.
Washington May 4 One of the more applications for office yet sent to the White House, with photographs inside and the applicants general description. The package includes four photos addressed to the President through Governor Mason, plus one for the secretary, and separate cards for Senators Cullis and Mason.
Mr James Howland of Fairhaven reports his wife suffered rheumatism for twenty five years with bouts of near madness. After using Chamberlains Pain Balm he applied it for about an hour and slept. She uses it for headaches or pains and finds relief. He notes no prior medicines helped as well. Available in 2 and 30 cent sizes from druggists.
The Golden Rod promotes low prices on dry goods with a strong millinery department. It emphasizes value with affordable styles, suggesting savings on purchases. A note hints at plated initial rings and odds and ends, urging early ticket purchases for a grand event.
The Wellman case dominates the Wellman council session with Arthur Wellman pleading for her husband’s release while Chief Steele and others oppose. The council debates strict enforcement and considers the impact on crime and innocent families amid conflicting testimony about a parole agreement and future placements.
Petitions for new sidewalks were presented and referred to the committee on streets. Mary Boyd and others seek a sidewalk on the east side of Harrison Street from Thirteenth Street to the line of Lag Sh. Thomas Toye and others request sidewalks along the south side of Tenth Avenue from Brooks Avenue to Washburn Avenue and on the east side of Washburn Avenue from Tenth Avenue to Eleventh Street, plus along the outside of Grand Avenue from Tenth Avenue. J. B. Meaines and four others push sidewalks on Chandier Street from Fifth Street to Shunganun Creek, four feet wide on both sides, and a roof and others demand on the west side of Chandier Street from Crane Street to Greeley Street.
City council moves to repair Ninth Street pavement under a resolution. Engineer ordered to prepare plans. cost charged to Barber Asphalt Cement Company. Council claims Barber Company liable under its contract to cover the repairs.
The city plans a trial of white uniform street sweepers with four men assigned to North Topeka and Kansas Avenue. Four push carts and bags will be purchased, following council approval. The program, proposed by Street Commissioner Ramser, mirrors Minneapolis style outfits designed to keep crews immaculate. Officers note higher visibility may help motorists avoid accidents, though costs total 328%.
The council passed resolutions declaring the construction of two sewers necessary. One is the Pwlinsky sewer in North Topeka, west of Kanes avenue and south of the Enton Pacific tracks, with blocks outlined east by Buchanan street and south by Fite street. The second sewer lies south of Fourth street and east of Clay street, per the resolution.
The committee on streets and walks submitted reports on petitions including fsl ieee and L& Dolman and others concerning sidewalk improvements and related urban works for review.
The minutes list petitions for sidewalks on Central avenue from Corder to Park, and repairs and bonds approved for various contractors. Sanitary Sergeant MD Mitchell appointment noted, with petitions to clean up and prayer/paint church interiors referred. Claims for overtime denied, and new drainage district plans ordered while whistle stop resolutions and Salvation Army hospital funding were discussed.
Charles Hercules must pay the habeas corpus costs after a judge ruled the girl, aged about 16, was not being kept from returning home by James Spurgeon and J Henderson as claimed. The hearing found the dispute a father daughter matter with the daughter preferring to stay with her sister's family.
Henry B Faulke offered the presidency of a faction of the Theosophical Society of America. The report names others such as Cevetess Di Bragi and Dr Gilder, with a note that changes may be attempted but risks exist.
Davit Owen of Emporia comes to town on business and attends a local style show. Numerous local figures, including Ex-Senator Petter and Luther Halley, are mentioned with city projects, school finances, and upcoming events. The piece weaves social visits, public notices, rail fare changes, and legal and civic notes from Topeka to Hutchinson.
Report details the Te ka wil police department adopting new dark blue uniforms with brass buttons and standard pattern trousers. Chief Steele and Sergeants Owen and Ian to wear dark blue attire with stripes, while detectives omit the uniform. arrests data for April and prior months noted, with concerns raised about civilian behavior and enforcement.
The triennial convention of the formermen boxers and confectioners international in Sloss hall opened with only committee appointments. International secretary Henry Weisman led the session. E Perigny named temporary chairman. Isaac Cowan and Charlie Knott spoke for the central labor union as the seven day meeting tackles janitors and baker shop legislation and vows to protest the growing cracker trust.
Edward Wilder favors a board driven selection plan for city school teachers with a voice for all members. About ten applicants currently seek the district positions. A separate note from Melboturn reports charitable efforts and a public health remedy testimonial from Frank McAver. Secretary Gage removes Wien Aiken as supervising architect of the treasury. reasons unsaid.
Rock Island will sell round trip tickets for the quadrennial turnfest in St Louis May 6 through May 11. Tickets available May 5 to 6 with final limit May 10. For details call at Rock Island passenger depot corner First and Kansas Avenue or by phone TU AM FULLER. Also notes a cough remedy advertisement and Booker Washington Hamilton speaking tonight.
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