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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1896
Page
5
A fragmentary critical rant on divorce by David Overmyer argues improvident marriages cause divorces. The piece references court duties, judges, and social pressures, describing a harsh view of divorce as a remedy and noting public sentiment about women and marriage.
An OCR fragment portrays court activity at a courthouse, local officials, and civic notes. It references judges, lawyers, elections, and public notices, with scattered names and places suggesting a busy municipal scene and ongoing legal matters.
The fragment outlines quirky leads about how the atatee will stand in the Democratic Convention with scattered references to states such as Arkansas Louisiana and Columbia. It mentions several regions and dates, but the readable portions are jumbled. The item reads as a damaged page segment with minimal coherent facts.
Chaotic scene described with a crowded bar and loud speech as Bishop Fallows opens a venue in Chicago. Witnesses recount a raucous gathering, columns cite medical and beverage claims, and an official notice details timing and location.
An odd line of text discusses imitation and endorsement, referencing root beer and a phrase that appears to mix English and other languages, with mentions of Palace and maser. The fragment hints at a note on quality or authenticity and a hiring or endorsement context, but specifics are unclear.
Fragmentary notes describe Senator elect Foraker at the Lincoln club in Cincinnati. An audience action forced a brief response while the gathering discussed protection and reciprocity and criticized or defended various party stances amid references to national figures and rhetoric.
Last night the Topeka city council debated the $12,000 paid to ex attorney Tilotson for sewer case fees and whether all charges and vouchers have been properly accounted for. Officials including City Attorney Bird and Councilor Stevens pressed for full disclosure while other members urged explanations of the funds and actions taken.
City council debates keeping electric lights off for ten days to allow gas lamps to burn, arguing economy and convenience. Council members Nettels Drew Thie and Warner weigh costs and employment impacts while Mayor Fellowa supports a ten day burn period before switching to electricity. The proposition to allow ten days of light was carried.
Councilman Skinner introduces a resolution urging a street and walkways committee to investigate sidewalk penalties and the feasibility of trimming repair expenses. The measure seeks to reduce spending on repairs and asks if penalties or reparations can be adjusted.
Councilman Burges introduced a resolution to amend the milk ordinance to renew each May. Penalties for violations are defined and the measure aims to facilitate milk inspection. Committees and duties lists are included along with assignments to public works and related boards.
Itema of interest regarding Kansas railroad matters with personnel changes and train crew assignments due to the removal of limited trains. Various conductors and brakemen are reassigned to different trains, with names listed for each movement and service adjustments.
Engineer James Thomas of the Santa Fe chosen to represent the Topeka division at the National Convention of Engineers. The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers will send 22 delegates to the national convention in Ottawa Canada. Engineer Thomas will leave this week after obtaining leave of absence and is highly regarded by Santa Fe colleagues.
Engineers H G Tust aith and Edward Lynn of the Santa Fe unveil a lantern device to combine red and white signaling in one movable unit. The design slides a red and white light by turning the lantern, reducing need for two separate lanterns in engine cabs. A patent has been applied for and introduction to engines is planned.
A Kansas dispatch notes Gunn appointed Santa Fe agent at Miami Texas. Sadie Stickney of the Santa Fe car service confined at home. Beck returns to Santa Fe general freight after six week illness. Clark of New York Central travels through Topeka on special car from California to New York. Morton of Santa Fe travels through Topeka en route to Colorado Springs. W Kouns attends Kansas City car service meeting in Reno City to organize the association. Night Train Dispatcher McCoy of Rock Island at Fairbury injures left arm in a fall. surgery by Dr. Pritchett, Stoddard replaces him temporarily.
Rock Island agents are said to charge for extending time on a Santa Fe ticket, with charges levied by Rock Island Missouri Pacific and Union Pacific representatives. Arnold & Son, Santa Fe agents in North Topel, are named in the sale dispute. The Atchison Topeka Santa Fe system warns of earnings gains totaling $29 742 19 in a comparative statement showing an uptick.
Earnings figures for the nine months ending March show gross of 084,242.44 and net earnings. The column lists various personnel moves in the Mechanical Department, including Fireman John Cumiey returning to work, Benjamin Waltern taking leave, and Engineer Andy Stith resuming duties. Also noted are transfers, train-pass policy changes, hospital office moves, and an advertisement for Dr Hand's Colleet Cure for wind colic.
In Topeka several brief notes detail residents and visitors. J B Bette returned from Atchison. Robert Forbes of Silver Lake was in town on business. Mr and Mrs Nicholent sent to De Soto for a visit with friends. A bereaved family notes Geo Perrin died at Christ's Hospital and funeral held at home in Topeka. A public recital and school performances are advertised for Friday evening at Pleasant Podge Church with participants from Tomine Rist School. A water damage incident occurred near Kansas Avenue with a bucket of water causing minor damage. An advertisement highlights dental services and local businesses on North Kansas Avenue.
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