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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 05, 1894

Page

5

Morrill Speech Quoted False Says Emporia Papers

The Emporia papers deny a Populist campaign quote allegedly from Major Morrill urging laborers to accept 75 cents a day or 50 cents if needed. They state Morrill spoke to boys about industry and saving, not laborers, and that the quotation misrepresents his remarks.

Emporis Emporia Major Morrill Emporia Republicays Calugiltyites Quetag Morrill Uist Maj. Morrill Audi Dia Major Morrul Emporia Gazette Populist League Major Morril Morrill

Should Teach Sewing in Public Schools

An advocate urges Tennessee town schools to adopt sewing as part of the curriculum mirroring Washington and St Paul. The writer notes many mothers cannot teach daughters and girls grow up lacking a useful skill, proposing sewing instruction be incorporated into local school work.

State Journal Chicago School Board Tennesseetown Washington St Paul

Fire damages east city. quick relief noted at Bennett home

Saturday night blaze broke out at Jerry Bennetts house on Eighth street with roof flames lighting the city. Firemen contained the blaze rapidly though water damage was severe and much furniture was removed. Alarm came during a Hamilton hall meeting as residents speculated about political mischief.

Alex McRoberta Waena- Traker Statz Jerry Bennett Eighth Wad Jer Hamilton Hall

Charley's Aunt at the Grand replaces Jane Frohman show

Charley's Aunt a Frohman comedy replaces Jane Frohman’s cancelled engagement at the Grand Opera house. Willie Collier gave a meritorious turn in A Back Number, portraying the village schoolmaster with a nuanced, lively performance. The Town Band from Kansas City will perform with a special train, while Hot Tamales and other features draw Elks’ attention.

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City jail prisoner refuses to work and may face death in custody

P H Cart, a jail inmate in police custody, again refused to work, challenging the force and earning a 25 dollar fine. Jailer Woodruff returned him to his cell, noting unworked days do not credit his sentence and warning Cart may die in jail if he does not labor. Richard Shaffer and Eva Weber quarrel over Sunday drinking as a court case looms. Eva Weber swore out a complaint after Shaffer mocked her through a board fence. Hearing set for Wednesday, election day.

P. H. Cart Woodruff P. H Carr Richard Shaffer Eva Weber Veaule Eva Houe

Shot With A Rocket In Lambeau Parade

Curtis Murs deputy clerk of the district court was shot in the back by a sky rocket during the Lambeau parade Saturday night He was marching along and the incident drew panic among spectators in the area The gun or launcher responsible was not immediately identified and investigators began reviewing footage and witness statements to determine accountability.

Aty Curtis Murs Shell Curtis Discourt Lambeau

Rocket Shooting Incident With Injured Workman

George Butts and Andy Gregg, both experienced rocket shooters, lost control of a heated firework labeled a sky rocket. it veered south and struck Mr. Curtiseen in the shoulder, causing a bruise. He remains at work but appears less lively as friends note his subdued condition.

Sky Rocket Brigade George Butts Andy Gregg Curtiseen

Women of San Bernardino Elect Prohibition Governor

A mock election in San Bernardino California reports women voters selecting a Prohibition candidate for governor amid broader adjoining counties participation. About 20 000 ballots cast with many scratched. Prohibitionist hoped to win while disturbances arose over women’s voting rights at polls.

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Ballot concerns and ticker issues prompt election jitters

Vague notes describe ballot boxes and tickers amid judge hesitation on a contested result. The piece mentions plans for ten women to work tomorrow for an election task in Hickwt, with protest or tension implied as some claim others bluff.

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Advertising values travel with territory aids in Kansas Avenue

The notice discusses advertising rates and circulation for the MERTANT JOURNAL across territories in Oklahoma and Eastern Colorado. It mentions varied addresses and charges, with references to the BROTHERS and the Kansas Avenue area as part of the distribution.

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