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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 15, 1895

Page

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Boles Attacks Grant and Church Hypocrisy in Fiery Address

Evangelist Mr Boles denounces General Grant as a drunken sot and ridicules civic leaders. He attacks moralists and churchgoers, mocks politicians, and urges reform, criticizing whisky, gambling, and perceived hypocrisy within the church. Audience reaction ranges from surprise to applause.

Boles Winurits Third Christian Church James Buchanan General Grant United States Kangas Holes James Buehinay Thas Boeslam Bugles Ward Hoelerien Tinyism United States Dénator Lnetvius Uurton Abijones

Gold shipments loom as Lazard Freres order ships total

Reports from New York note Lazard Freres will ship 1,250,000 in gold aboard Somertow’s steamer, with Von Hoffman & Co. adding 1,100,000 and total engagements reaching 2,250,000 to date. W. H. Crossman & Bros. refuse to forward gold tomorrow, while subtreasury officials indicate no withdrawals today.

Stemsor New Yoas Nouv Lazard Preres Somertow Steemer von Hoffman & Co W. H. Crossman & Bros Merera Lazert Freres Jumurton Mesmer L Vou Hirman & Co Ibis Murning

Desperate act prompts police take infant to orphan home

Police Matron Thorpe in a patrol wagon removed a day old baby from 217 Lime Street last night. The mother, Mrs Kellogg, reportedly from DeKalb County Missouri, refused to care for the child and kept her eight year old daughter with her. The infant, named Jennie Kellogg, was taken to the Orphan's Home as the mother fled the scene amid poverty and squalor in a dirty cellar.

Catllie Heralf Moekage Nowiy Thorpe Otlock Ae Kellogg Missouri Bee Farm Line Street Davon Kellogg Seclelo

Hudson Retires as Capital Editor in Topeka Power Shift

Major J. K. Hadeed retires as editor in chief of The Capital. John II Mulgane and David W. Mulgane purchase controlling stock and mortgages totaling about $30,000, enabling a clarified path for the paper. Two Bulvaces acquire 200 shares, Major Hudson steps aside after seventeen years, with Dave Siulyane expected as new editor in chief and Hudson moving to the printer’s office to build its future.

Neat Sunday Freesat Gamsby North Topeka Mall Capital Wid West Sunday J. K. Hadeed Pss John II David W. Mulgane Top Baker Hudson Sfler Dave Siulyane Mejor Hudson

Watchdog Holman in Washington on Hawaii mistake

The Watchdog of the Treasury Judge Holman of Ohio is in Washington for the winter due to Mrs Holman’s illness. He comments on Democratic misfortunes tied to the Hawaii question noting the deposed Queen has no claim to US respect or consent.

Hawaiian Sint Fer Holmas Jedge Holman Jodiaus Treasury Iis Washington Mra. Holman Holman

Tanner Resigns to Seek Gubernatorial Nomination in Tilinets

Johan R. Tanner, long time chairman, quit the Republican state central committee meeting in Tilinets Chicago on November 15 to free himself to campaign openly for the gubernatorial nomination next spring. The move drew favorable reactions from a strong majority of attendees.

K.tanner Tilinets Chicago Republican State Central Committee Johan R. Tanner Himelf Tanner

Robbery in Old Missouri Near County Farm

J L Howard of 1182 Western avenue Benetfa was held up near the county poor farm by three horsemen who brandished revolvers and took about 56 dollars. He described the attackers as riding small horses wearing dark coats and hats, while police, skeptical at first, planned to investigate the claim and retrace Howard’s steps with Chief Wilkerson.

J. L Howart Western Avenue Benet Fata Howard Meriden Topeka Wilkerson Lureéback Mio Road Ustiy Jon Nattepocter Hild Ma Laan Chi Wilkerson Sterle McClurz Mainz John McClurg Jack McClurg St Louis Kudsile Avenue Sure Fe Nuri Topeka Kunis Avenue Sante Fe Junction McCliury Winus Wright Kanows Fifth Atree Pritchard & Knisely's Santa Fe North Topeka

Peary Speech Reflects On North Pole Quest Disappointment

Mor ria K Jesup chaired a reception for Lieutenant Peary at the American Museum of Natural History. Peary lamented years of effort and funds spent in Arctic work while noting his primary aim was Greenland’s northern extension and that the pole remains unmet. He cited British and Henry Grinnell efforts as rare exceptions, and criticized alternative schemes like balloon-assisted pole travel.

Pole New Yeas Morria K Jesup American Geological Society Not Bight Americas Museum of Natural History Lieu Peary Artic Teary Reed North Pole Lieut Peary Casnot Henry Grinnell Baron Dixon Andre

Macy carriage to race in midwest long-distance run

A New York to Chicago promotional coach, built by KH Macy & Co, will depart from Fifth Avenue and Fourteenth Street and travel to Chicago to join the Thanksgiving race. Managed by FH McPharson with engineer J O Connor, the carriage once won second in Paris Bordeaux, claims 600 miles in nine days, and features cushion tires and fuel storage.

New York Culasgo Moon Teilay New Yorke Chicago Lifth Avenue Fourteenth Street KH. Macy & Co Chicaro FH McPharson J.0. O'Connor Macy Paris Bordeaus France Chicago Times-Herald

Kansas Editors Trip Ends With Spree In St Louis

About thirty to forty members of the Kansas Press association arrived in St Louis by the Missouri Pacific and proceeded to the Capitol Mountain road springs for a few days before returning via Ft Smith. Earlier, a fire alarm rang from North Kansas Avenue as a kettle of tar behind a shop ignited, smoke filling the area and causing fear of a blaze.

St. Louis Kansas Press Association Missouri Paviffe Railway Tron Mountain St. North Kansas Avenue Pessers

Is He Schlatter The Denver Healer Still At Large

A Beatrice Beatrice Neb report questions Francis Schlatter identity in Denver as a man registered under that name at a Union Pacific hotel. Others say the Denver healer may be elsewhere and federal authorities have not located him. Reports cite Beatrice witnesses and local belief that Schlatter remains elusive amid mall order scam prosecutions and renewed searches.

Francis Schlatter Beatrice, Neb Hayass Beatrice Neb Bine Tad Behiatier Libesier Alderdias Fox Schlatter

Corbett Won't Fight as Dan Stuart Pushes Plans

William A Brady reports Corbett has retired and will not train for a big-money bout, dismissing Dan Stuart's El Paso near border plans. Slavin accepts Maher's challenge for a $5,000 stake, with location in England or America to be decided, Quinn announced as Maher's backer.

Nev William A. Brady Corbetts Tis Dan Stuart el Paso Lias Corbets Corbett Stuart Ie Mexico Tigat Maher Fine Armarons Hot Springs Slavin Maher England Amerie Frank P. Slavin America Julia Ok Quinn Maler Tucker Himion New York

Funeral arrangements for Oscar Moser detailed in notice

The funeral for Oscar Moser, a past office clerk, will be from his family home at 221 Topol Avenue Sunday afternoon at 2. The procession will include a six piece band, the Turn Verein, and the Sons of Harman. The native Turn Verein will attend and a $2 item of value is mentioned in the notice. Moser was twenty five years old.

Ozcar Moser Reginary Pastonce Topol Avenue Veloex Ste Moscer Masunto Suns Harman Verein Marshall Oscar ITV Arions Lerman Masois Air Mueeer

Notorious 16 Year Old Thief Nabbed After Warrant

Denis Dunford, a 16 year old accused of robbing Verper bread tickets, outran officers before a chance encounter with Captain Gardiner led to his arrest. He had a long record of theft and was being sought for several days. He is due for reform school placement.

Denis Dunford Jim Dennis Dunford Ted Gardiner Dunford Danford

Private Detective Shoots Man in Chicagos West Side

Edward Dix, a private detective, shot and killed Frank White during a pursuit connected to alleged porch climbing burglaries. Police later recovered the body, with five large calibre bullets found in the buggy. The incident raises debate over private detectives arresting without warrants and leaves Clarence White at large.

Chicago Carmsco Edward Dix Frank White Central Clarenca White Norman RL Ream Board of Trade Unis Dix South Side Clarend White Mas Acd Airs White Frank Clarance Clarence Polk and Laflin Clarence White Hoyne Avenue Wear Teeniti Thera Wer Fie Cast

Colonists Go West Departure to California Coloured Excursion

A large group of 165 travelers left Chicago for southern California on an eight car train bound for Fair Oaks. The party, heavily decorated, aims to establish a colony there with many purchasing lands and some planning longer stays.

Chienee California Cuwago Parsons Uniow Everseer Sinistine Vihar Fair Oaks Cal Chicago Thore Mieiu Ras Wicconsin Minnesota

Suburban Transit Plan Aims To Link Philadelphia and NYC

A large scale trolley system is proposed to span nearly 100 miles, connecting Philadelphia and New York with a central city hub. The plan envisions routes to Lewiston, Buffalo, and others, fed by power from Niagara Falls and intended for passenger and freight service.

Lowe Ningers Walle Tor Hiapans Novia Philadelphia New York Sanborn Wilson Lukport Yorage

Peoria Asphalt Trial Awards $50,504.00 Payout

After a ten day jury trial the city of Peoria was found liable for Perry Avenue asphalt payment. Verdi Arvinet verdict awarded $50,504.00 for defective pavement claimed to match contract specifications and materials used.

Peori Boty Fewia Bambrick Perry Avenue Bess

Robbers Grab $55,000 in Colorado Springs Express Heist

Police in Colorado Springs believe the Ades Express robbery total was about $50,000 rather than the $20,900 initially reported. Authorities declined to release names or details about suspects or the crew, stating only that the company officials are reticent while investigations continue.

Colorado Springs Daxvan Ades Express Company Kauwa

Petition to Restore Bible in Public Schools Gains Clerical Support

A 60,000 name petition to restore Bible readings in public schools advances in Chicago area circles, backed by Catholic clergy and the Women’s Educational Union. The plan calls for nonsectarian selections and televised museum-like exhibits. committees from diverse denominations select passages for school use.

Ceicaso Board of Education Women’s Educational Volun Colvaga Kimball Union Mec Bina Op Pallowe Rogers Northwestsen University Tlarper Chicago University Sige Sutulll Unite Mya Kamthall Ynjem

Reunion plans spark political organizing in state party

A fringe of old insiders pushes to hold a reunion while mobilizing at a Beloit February encampment. Committees draft resolutions urging delegates to back Topeka leadership and secure funding for a reunion as key voters rally for party unity.

Sassgelin Pela J OM. Literat Press Tillinsin Javier Pows Stata Oc Cumpinest Beloit Pebruacy Hulding Topeka AM. Pulive Livesta Veterans Pais Ceditaeater Vesoaer Nash _Mis bk Mauley Bineoia Circle Irma Pere Miley

Local News Fragments From A Damaged Page

Fragmentary report notes the death of Mrs Mattie Kuz at 1335 Lincoln Street, funeral service details incomplete. Mentions include a city surveying staffer, a fuel company driver incident with the city, Methodist missionary committee activities in Denver, and an unclear note on appropriations and lines.

Mra Mattie Kuz Edward Kurz Lincule Street Eo'tivek D. Crosby Roel Hanses

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