11 Nov 1895
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1895
Page
1
A historic note discusses a large New York law firm possibly being tapped for a presidential adviser role. It speculates on names like Carlisle and mentions a rotating cabinet concept, with planning centered on public duties and post administration arrangements.
Twenty five Northwestern University junior girls in oratory appeared in class today, tears flowing as Aviey Dowev struggled to recite. Professor Cummeck paused to read roll and deliver a moving speech, but the girls’ sobs overwhelmed the room and left them unable to proceed.
The Ween Masatatis appeared in Mew Kavi on Nov 1, noted by William Vanaioklo, School of Western New ue supervisor. In West Shore railway yards at Wee bhawken, about 150 plants stood 14 feet high in a 40 foot stretch, seeds possibly carried by cattle car.
Investigating committees appointed to probe municipal workings commence today under the Citizens' Municipal Association, with an offer of $29,000 for the committee's services accepted. Colonel MM Miller named deputy inspector general for Kansas and to succeed the late sovereign grand inspector general. Also reports of a quarrel leading to arrest of Charles Heiasd on North Ta, and cotton yield at 105.6 pounds per acre for the November belt.
Shawnee County commissioners pressed State Auditor Geo E. Cole to repay about 997.16 from state funds, arguing a prior rebate to Santa Fe Railroad was improper. The auditor declined, noting the state board of railroad assessors handles railroad tax matters, and the county cannot claim state funds on equalization. The dispute centers on tax treatment dating back to 1584 and 1594 when the road battled assessments and secured rebates.
Nov 11 New Year notes describe Mrs Grannis caring for a baby named Christian, detailing daily routines, nursery reuse, and a step toward improving the infant's early life. The piece recounts discovering the mother and child near the poorhouse supervisor’s office and the author’s personal intervention to provide care and shelter.
Sr. Lowi reports long running feud between Glalys Wallin and Miss Wickes, a company member. Wallis allegedly threw a rose in Wickes’s face after Wickes left without two weeks notice. Wickes recounts the incident during the May pole scene and claims Wallis damaged her by snatching a ring and scratching her shoulder, leading to heightened tension and a threatened replacement.
A powerful storm rages over Scotland and northern England with disrupted telegraph and railroad service. It began yesterday evening with strong winds, followed by heavy rain, washing away bridges, flooding vast areas, wrecking buildings and damaging harbors. Loss of life reported as light.
Chicago plans a rapid effort to secure the Republican National Convention. An early meeting aims to gather funds to retire old debts of the anti committee and cover convention expenses. A suitable building with seating for 20 is sought in New Hampshire. Falls Masecupsray, MN.
Paris and London report rising chances of European powers intervening in Ottoman affairs to restore order in Anatolia. Ambassadors push fresh representations to Turkish ministers, with talk of a possible naval demonstration and coordinated action to avert further bloodshed amid Kurdish atrocities in eastern provinces.
A mob in the English mission area near Jerusalem attacked the mission station. The missionaries escaped but several servants of the mission were killed in the disturbance dated November 11.
A court session in Cironae discusses a new anti lynching act setting liability for damages against towns that fail to prevent lynching or fail to shield prisoners from harm. The measure includes minimum damages of $1,000 to the injured party or their representatives if death occurs. Other items touch Pullman car taxation provisions and a frontier adoption tale in Valley Falls.
A business driven call in Atchison for a new charter to reduce elected and appointed posts in first class Kansas cities. The plan targets clerks like engineers and tax collectors, seeks consolidation of offices, and argues most roles are unnecessary under existing laws. The aim is to cut the number of office holders and reshape city governance.
Bishop Henry M. Turner urges 2,400,000 Negroes to emigrate to Liberia, arguing no future for Blacks in America after court rulings. He cites Africa’s wealth, calls for federal funding of steamers, and estimates costs at twenty million dollars, asserting the government owes Blacks twice that.
Governor Altgeld speaks to the Georgia audience after Union soldiers capture Atlanta, urging a shared civilization and equal institutions across the nation. He notes the North and South should unite under common laws and spirit as Illinois regimental leaders oversee the event at the exposition grounds.
The Chicago Tribune announced a one cent weekday price in the city. The Times Herald and the Inter Ocean followed with similar reductions, aligning all three morning papers to one cent.
In Darmstadt authorities debunk sensational U S reports of the czarina's death and potential accouchement. Court circles say if her condition were as dire as claimed, word would reach the palace. meanwhile, expected delivery by the former Princess Allz of Hesse may occur any day.
FP W Giles a founder of Topeka pledges $5000 to beautify the approaches to the new Kansas avenue bridge. He says the gift would memorialize his name and enhance the river crossing, noting past civic efforts and his wish for lasting benefit to the city.
The St James Gazette reports wide indignation in America over Lord Dua raven's pamphlet charging foul play. It says such allegations are unfounded and disrespectful to honest sportsmanship. New York Yacht Club officers are praised for their conduct and a proper inquiry is demanded before judging cup contests. Defenders' resource materials are questioned as misrepresented by Lond Danrivon.
Lew is Jefferson, a black man, who last Tuesday night tried to assault Miss Wilson Frobel, was captured near Homerville, Georgia. He confessed as he was jailed. While brought before a magistrate, the sheriff was overpowered and the prisoner escaped. Weather outlook promises clear skies and warmer tomorrow with no precipitation.
A Desyun Albuquerque special reports Judge Collier sustained United States Trust Company of New York objections in the Atlantic and Pacific railroad foreclosure case. The rulings strike out defenses challenging the right to an immediate decree and sale of the flat mortgage. An early decree and sale are anticipated. Santa Fe relations remain unchanged as the Atlantic and Pacific would be ordered sold anyway.
Reported controversy surrounds appointing Enginee r Hinckley to supervise plans for the Meän bridge over the Kansas River. Board members dispute authority, with ex City Engineer Tweeddale and Melayu concern over patents and qualifications. Col. Tweeddale and Col. Franchmie expected to press their claims as delays unfold.
Judge Fred Wellhouse president of the State Horticultural society said the Leavenworth cold storage collapse will not injure his apple crop. He stored fruit with his son in the basement and the wreck spared the apples. B Wheat of Leavenworth, Wellhouse partner, also stored apples and may suffer losses once debris is cleared.
The three year old daughter of J F Mitchell chief clerk in the auditor of freight receipts office of the Santa Fe is dangerously ill with diphtheria at the home of her father 12 Clay street Hoping for recovery Dr Sheldon inserted a gold tube in the throat yesterday evening but this afternoon she was reported no better Mr Mitchell had a child with diphtheria a month ago
Nov 1 reports the sale of Bull Run and Appomattox battlefields to be subdivided into small farms and towns, by court order in Manuscas Virginia on December 2. Also notes local crime, a suicide, and a gold shipment to Europe amid panic and unsettled times.
Chicago and Milwaukee mourners gathered November 11 to honor the 1887 hangings of Spies Parsons Fischer Engel and Lingg. Johann Most spoke of honor while Lucy Parsons received tribute from the crowd, as floral monuments were placed on the deceased anarchists graves at Waldheim.
Detectives pursue a forged Santa Fe order scheme involving fake letters of recommendation and a dummy signature. The forged documents, stamped with a bogus bureau imprint, claim employment by the railroad and were used to obtain favors and papers in multiple states.
In New York on November 11 a story about a Marlborough wedding reaches hospital wards. A frail child in New York Hospital gazes at roses from the Duchess of Marlborough as a nurse offers a bloom, the scene chronicling joy amid illness and elite connections.
A crowded memorial service closed the doors after seven, hundreds turned away. The event honored Rev Dr Guyseau, raising about $500 in money toward a fund for the dead poet’s children with pledge commitments. Speakers praised the deceased and the community joined in the tribute as singing filled the service.
Richard Mandell's near recovery from typhoid fever infection reported from Latewood. His wife tended him as doctors feared the illness would end his career, but he has regained health though he forgets his entire stage repertoire. Laundry listing at 112 and 114 West u.
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