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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1895
Page
5
Ad for Yale's Hair Tonic and related beauty products promising rapid, permanent hair restoration and natural color. Features Vale's Skin Wd and Complexion Cream, Beauty Soup, Beauty Guide free. Temple of Beauty located at 140 City St., Chicago. Prices listed at $1 for each item.
The sixty second annual Phi Upsilon convention began at Clinton with a reception for delegates tonight at Hamilton Chapter house. A midnight secret session and singing will be featured. A grand ball is planned for Thursday at the Butterfield house and a banquet on Friday night. Russia satisfied with Japan’s reply to protest as Moscow dispatch reports. Military preparations in the Far East suspended per war office orders.
Circular distribution is an important factor in nearly every line of business and its effectiveness could be immeasurably increased if the printer more generally knew this business. We have departed from ancient methods and vary the latest and most artistic styles of type. We have every means of producing the best effects and know how to use them. Let us show what we mean by this. It may open your eyes. Either Phous Printers and Stationers.
Reported two days after Waters and Waters filed a complaint alleging draining money under false pretenses against Governor Morrill, no arrest or oath of charges has occurred. Waters insists action will come, citing no set date, while denying political motives and urging action for the public good of Kansas. Attorneys push earnestness amid public skepticism.
Mayor Strong approves the police reorganization bill after Senate passage. He cites broad public belief that the minority party should have representation on the police board to ensure fair election oversight and prevent fraud or intimidation affecting statewide votes for president and governor.
In Omaha on May 3 the supreme officers of the Catholic Knights of America arrive to finalize plans for next Tuesday's national convention. The group reports steady membership gains across states and territories and notes a sinking fund of 276000 dollars invested in interest bearing bonds. The article also mentions ill health updates for Admiral Almy and politicians Pleasanton and Coggswell, plus the death of ex Gov James A Weston in Manchester, New Hampshire.
In a Supreme Court action, 3 W. Chase seeks a writ of mandamus compelling Penitentiary Directors to audit his April warden accounts. The writ returns Friday, directors must audit or show cause. Director T. W. Eckert expects a meeting and audit readiness, contingent on signatures by Deputy Warden Markam.
Emma D. Pack appeared before the Householder investigation committee in the Real Estate building and asked the panel to appoint an attorney and ensure her witnesses can be autonymed. She claimed poverty and threatened default if aid is not granted, citing alleged retaliation by Dr McCasey over a slander suit in Shawnee County district court. The committee took her request under advisement and her case will be heard after the ongoing Householder inquiry.
Leonard Hole of North American Trust Chicago holds Lane county bonds totaling 40000 dollars. He offered to sell the state 10000 dollars of bonds at par with six months interest, though the state did not actually own the bonds. State school fund commissioners now expect no money to be spent on the questionable bonds.
Col John K E Gowen, born March 6 1825 in Lyme Massachusetts, died in Paris after a brief illness. An engineer of noted skill he aided the Russian fleet against Sebastopol and received many honors from Alexander III the Turkish sultan Victor Emmanuel and Queen Victoria. He leaves two daughters and two sons.
Col Morrison says Huntington is safe from trial unless he returns to California where a judge may quash the indictment. He notes the judge is authority, but free pass issues may count as transportation for the railroad president. The piece also cites Jeuvin arrested for selling his own ink without license and Tait deemed hopelessly insane, hindering his bank theft case. Mineral water ad closes.
A crowded London gathering presided by the duke of Argyll heard a protest against Armenian outrages. A letter from Gladstone urged effective action. Lady Somerset spoke, portraying the Ottoman sultan as a despot and invoking women’s voices for Armenians.
New York May 8 A special meeting of the executive committee of the national association for news dealers booksellers and stationers was held to plan protection against department stores attacking them by cutting prices. President M M May presided and the group drafted an appeal to all trade to attend a convention in Brooklyn August 13 14 to discuss all matters affecting the trade.
In Walnace Idaho on May 8 the Hunter mine at Millins abruptly shut down after Miners union president Heary warned superintendent Marion Curran to raise wages to Canyon Creek scale or face a strike of hundreds who could blow up the mill. Curran wired owner Denola Ryas to quit or risk the mill being blown up and himself run out of the country. The mill closed and workers were paid off after only a week of operation.
A Pittsburg Kansas dispatch reports the smelter workers remain on strike with no settlement in sight. A delegation of 100 visited the Weir City works but workers refuse to quit, fearing indefinite shutdowns. No settlement prospects are evident, and the walkout may last throughout the summer.
In New Jersey May date, after a sixteen hour deliberation, the jury convicted Genz of murder in the first degree for killing his sweetheart Clara Arnheim. The verdict was announced with Genz saying That suits me. Execution date to be fixed for May 20. Manitoba school trouble, government meets to discuss measures before house reopens. Ottawa order reply to be issued as resolutions. Dover train robbery suspect Dick Green captured in Oklahoma area. U S Marshals Gully and Banks arrested him near Hennessey.
Otto Eckatein says Governor Morrill gains popularity in Sedgwick County while Labor Commissioner Bird focuses on smelter strikes. Populists delay naming a chief justice candidate. A statehouse critic faces treason questions for reporting state official corruption. The railroad rate case ruling by the state board is due soon. An I D S A auxiliary group will meet at Case corner tonight. Frank Mohler, 8, fell from a tree at Silver Lake and is bedridden. E W Tatmen handles insurance cases in multiple towns. D R Hite assists in western Kansas.
The Columbian Building association's financial affairs were adjusted without a receiver. A $70 indebtedness remains, but creditors agreed to transfer the building to the financial evacuation led by president A. Washburn, with rents collected for creditors, as it is cheaper than appointing a receiver.
Topeka report notes a new boiler will start tonight at the city electric light plant. Superintendent Marshall says it will relieve engine strain and save fuel but not increase lighting unless dynamo capacity is expanded. Possible dam plans could render dynamos unnecessary and connect directly to the dam company. The piece also lists local happenings: National hotel repainting, dog catcher about to begin rounds, pension vouchers set a daily high, and various social and cultural items around town.
A World service report from Santiago, Cuba, states insurgents led by Maceos attacked Christos, burned houses and shops, tore up railway tracks, and derailed a train with Spanish troops, with at least one Spaniard killed and several wounded. They also attacked Caney, burning one house before retreating.
A Topeka drug advertising pamphlet touts Munyon remedies claiming quick cures for rheumatism stomach and nerve issues among others. Free samples distributed with hundreds reportedly cured in days, while customers are urged to seek refunds if no benefit. Additional notes mention Oregon relocation plans and a local meeting to discuss emigration.
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