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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1895
Page
4
Daily edition delivered by carrier for 19 cents a week in Topeka or suburbs or same price in any Kansas town with the paper’s mail system. By mail three weeks for Barre.
The entry lists issues from the last day of January 1885 to the last day of March 1800 inclusive, detailing publication dates and availability for that period. The fragment notes the timeframe and indicates a compiled schedule or ledger of issues within the specified quarter.
Kansas forecasts show fair weather through Friday with possible showers in the north as southerly winds shift to the northwest. An op-ed discussion questions tariff impacts on prices of wool, wheat, and cotton, and argues liquor profits drive politics and obstruct prohibition, urging nationwide action to curb whisky trade.
Secretary Morton again edits the press, noting little in his latest release. He claims silver was not named in the 1873 act, arguing the published act speaks for itself. The discussion centers on the silver dollar as the unit of value up to that date.
A Western reader notes Secretary Morton’s letter arguing for silver coin use while criticizing federal actions. The writer recalls 1893 silver payouts and questions why the treasury lacks silver, prefers gold and greenbacks, and accuses Morton of deception while praising western skepticism.
A collection of quirky Kansas brief items from Newton to Salina and beyond. Notes on local mischief, odd proposals, and small-town antics across Lyon, Atchison, Nickerson, El Dorado, and Anthony, including a cycling invention, a dancing courtship, and humorous quips about weather, politics, and daily life.
The Pat Rooney family performs in the musical farce Lord Rooney at the Grand this Saturday with a show rich in musical and dancing specialties. Next week the 8 ars will continue to entertain Topeka audiences with the Spooners praised as popular price eaters. Advanced sales indicate many seats taken, expect good attendance. The bill includes Mira Marie Barnard soprano and Carrie Duke violinist. Remember the Santa Fe unclaimed baggage sale May 12 at Santa Fe depot room.
Chicago News discusses Governor Morrill’s handling of about 400 to 590 dollars spent before his inauguration for stenographer work, telegraph tolls, and office rent. It questions retroactive public liability for pre‑inauguration expenses and contrasts imagined costs with a governor’s electoral value and accountability to the people.
The traveling drummer meeting in Topeka will be a sedate event with Marshal’s band inspiring a dignified parade. About four hundred delegates will march from Sixth and Quincy to the state house, be photographed, and head home. Special drummer cars from Concordia Beloit Wichita Hutchinson Fort Scott Salina expected. Open round trip fare to Topeka encourages many visitors returning Monday.
Rev R Wake of Topeka calls for immediate reorganization of the State Temperance union or a new non partisan society to revive prohibition sentiment and strengthen enforcement. He urges Methodist preachers laymen and prohibitionists to decide on a central meeting location such as Topeka Hutchinson Emporia or another point and writes to J B McAfee to gauge support.
The Kansas Medical association praised Dr FE N Hoover an Eclectic for blocking improper use of a state cholera fund and repudiated the state board of health for labeling him a maligner. Officers elected include President W H Willhoit Paola and Secretary E B Packer Osage City. The group will reconvene in Topeka on the first Tuesday in May next year.
Lee's Stallions relocate from their old Topeka stand to the Grounds for a Topeka Fair. The Spiritualists plan ice cream and cake at Topeka Post hall on 42% Kansas Avenue Friday at six. Athletic Park hosts Baseball T A Avacent State League game Saturday at four o'clock.
Governor Morrill and Attorney General Dawes confront Bank Commissioner Breidenthal over Challinor’s audit report. Breidenthal admits a technical law violation for delayed fee deposits, cites deputy delays, and plans to pay about 1203 dollars once deputies settle. Local politics analyze potential arrest risks and broader administration attempts to leverage the Breidenthal affair amid other corruption chatter.
Public notice announces discounted round trip fares to South Missouri Arkansas and the Southeast on May 21 and June 11 via the Memphis Route Kansas City Fort Scott and Frampton RR. Tickets allow stopovers. details and schedules available from J E Locewood G P T A Kansas City Mo. Also reports consular note from Nicaragua ports and a local baseball game at Athletic Park Saturday at 4 o'clock.
The World Medical Institute of Topeka and Kansas City is touted as highly skilled in treating chronic diseases. Physicians claim thorough examinations and personalized prescriptions yield superior cures, with testimonials from Topeka citizens and a local newspaper endorsing the 631 Quincy Street facility.
Foreman G H Elliott of Santa Fe yards Topeka testifies to relief from catarrh and dyspepsia after two months treatment at 631 Quincy street Topeka. Mary A Loux reports heart failure relief after two months. James Tabor of Wakarusa says nervous debility and catarrh improved and feels ten years younger after three months. The hospital advertises expert physicians at Topeka offices.
An advertisement for World Medical Institute located at 631 Quincy St Topeka Kas claims treatment for asthma consumption rheumatism nervous and chronic diseases including women and children's ailments. Office hours run 9 am to 8 30 pm Sundays 9 am to 4 pm. Also cites Kansas City Corner Missouri Avenue Cliss and Maio street intersection.
A deadly blaze at Montrose Colorado destroys the Hotel Arlington. W A Nebrbras, agent for Deering Machine Co of Chicago, perishes. Mrs E Smith escapes from a second floor window but is badly burned. Guests suffer burns and wounds as the hotel, a leading local establishment, burns. Loss estimated at 25000 dollars.
A Times dispatch from Che Foo reports that the ratifications of the peace treaty between China and Japan were exchanged at midnight. Russia disclaims aggressive aims toward Manchuria and says it acts defensively against Japan. Advocates Use of Chicory in beverage mix. Consul Morris at Ghent notes Europe’s chicory growth and predicts increased U S consumption when purity is known.
San Francisco gossip notes allege Charles Smith of Austin & Co. accused of embezzling from the late Senator Fair wheat contract worth three tons of dollars. The firm claims their young book-keeper is the culprit, amid claims and clearing statements surrounding the disappearance.
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