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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1895
Page
8
Scott's Emulsion is presented as the purest Norway Cod liver Oil with Hypophosphites and glyc ergine in a stable emulsion. The copy argues the combination boosts potency to combat wasting diseases and urges consumers to know what they ingest. Scott & Bowne HY. All Org title. 30c and $4
A list of men on blacklists connected with the American Railway Union appears in a report detailing union activity and its repercussions. The document notes suspensions and scrutiny facing listed workers within the transportation sector.
In Toledo a $10,000 damages suit by William J. O'Shea against Lake Shore Ohio Central and Wabash for discharge over ARU participation highlights alleged blacklisting. Topeka ARU members fear widespread retaliation as unions monitor the case and possible ensuing suits across Kansas.
Government and physicians condemn alum in baking powders. A partial list of powders found in stores includes Calumet Culceee Yeast Grant's Bon Hon Vienna and Manhattan. Consumers advised to reject all brands sold for 25 cents or less per two pounds as alum powders. Dr. Wiley reported at the World's Fair that alum powders are unwholesome.
Dr Karr of Fifth and Madison was found guilty in a police court trial for selling liquor without a permit. Witnesses testified he offered spirits of mixture to patients, and paid mentions of bribery attempts by Lawson to witnesses. Prosecutors note potential further prosecutions. defense argues medicines included liquor. Also reports a staff change at E B Guild music house and an appeal planned.
The May 16 1895 council minutes show councilors Bradford Burgess Drew Elliott Fulton Pattison Roundtree Stevens Stephenson and Skinner present with Mayor Fellows presiding. Various petitions and reports were considered on streets and walks licensing finances library lighting and bridge repairs. Ordinances 1775 1762 1781 1780 1784 were discussed debated amended and passed or referred with final votes recorded and budget adjustments for treasurer and clerk salaries made.
The Topeka council passed ordinance No 1785 amending section 9 of 1778 as amended by 1782, suspended rule 18, and adopted sections one through five by roll call. It also approved ordinance 780 extending Western avenue, plus duties for city scavengers. Resolutions addressed park use dates, water works case referral, a park fence repair, gas lines for Mr. Sherman, and bond requirements for city banks. Other actions included street work, dog tax enforcement, and clerical authorizations.
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