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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1895
Page
1
Our city urges unity to attract small manufacturing plants from across the state to the capital. Citizens emphasize determination and collective effort to grow population and industry locally.
Topeka citizens should unite to attract Kansas City area businesses by urging moves to Topeka, offering help with site provision near rail lines, and promoting local industries like milling. The piece cites Des Moines and other cities where incentives drew factories, urging a 100000 club and statewide business outreach to grow Topeka’s population and economy.
An editor retires and Major J K Hudson steps down as editor of the Capital journal. Changes in management include staff reassignment and a shift in duties affecting department heads. The Strate Journal cites David W Maleitean as guiding supervisor after Hudson’s departure, with Hudson returning today to publish his farewell.
G W Oger, accused of taking 335 40 from a money order fund, testifies he had no access to the department and explains funds came from a friend and borrowed to cover a shortfall. He says he never informed on Frank, his former friend, and describes efforts to repay the money while denying involvement. He worked in the distributing department opposite the money order division.
Great Falls report states Mrs J K Ease, performer with Brackwell Coghlan troupe, filed divorce papers against her husband J K Emmett. The couple reportedly quarried during travels in the south, linked to San Francisco last summer when he allegedly attempted to shoot her. Relatives who are Denver attorneys reportedly involved.
Nov 16 report from St Petersburg notes the birth of a daughter to the czar and czarina at 9 pm Olga was named and the court issues a formal blessing. The event is welcomed as a sign of blessings to the house and empire with prayers for the child’s happiness and strength. A Kansas note adds Mrs Beatta Chandler has been granted a divorce from George Chandler citing abandonment and cruelty. Chandler, formerly assistant secretary of the interior under Harrison, is now a Washington attorney. settlement includes property in this vicinity.
The U S grand jury in Ft. Collins has concluded five days of sessions. The key case involved settlers in the Jackson Hole district and the killing of an Indian man and wounding of another by a posse in July. Indictments were not announced. weather nearby remains mild with the day turning colder tonight and Sunday.
A dispatch from Key West reports five hundred killed in Karpat with eight of twelve American missionary buildings burned. Turkish authorities are blamed as fires consume missions, villagers suffer hunger and exposure, and the United States warns it will hold the Porte responsible. The vast fleet is assembling to enforce order in the Turkish empire amid rising tensions and revolts.
Carl Atherton, the year-old son of the State Treasurer, died at Russell Roosey after a lengthy illness. The bereaved father visited his bedside several days ago.
Walter N. Allen, the sole Populist on state boards, announces retirement from the state board of charities effective April 1. He cites desire to focus on private business and to engage in politics as a writer and worker without a nonpartisan role. Allen was appointed to April 18 by Governor Lewelling. his term would expire in April 1907.
Judge Gibbons of the superior court foresees the law closing barber shops on Sunday as constitutional but faces enforcement struggles. Union members push for enforcement while hotel and large shop proprietors resist, arguing Sunday service to guests is essential. arrests occurred for alleged violations.
A Topska dispatch quoted Kansas candidate Parson Fisher claiming assurances from Thomas Reedrod and Senor Quay friends that Reed will win the chaplain post. The statement suggests a fixed choice six months ago and questions the combine's control over the slate. It mirrors rumors that Reed and Quay dictate state leadership.
Judge Hall rejected a request for an attachment against Francie Schlatter in the case involving an ad campaign to mail beadkerchiefs denied by Schlatter. The trial was dismissed by Commissioner Capron. Schlatter was to testify she did not bless the hoodkerchiefs. Reports place Schlatter resting on a Golden ranch or seen near Elizabeth on a white horse.
New York reports ex governor Campbell of Ohio says he will not be a presidential candidate for a third term. He stresses the idea is absurd and that he intends to remain private, despite mentions of his name. He says no circumstances would persuade him to run.
New York city reports a large Fifth Avenue Theatre audience witnessing Fanny Davenport in Sardou's Gismonda. The star's performance drew unstinted applause at each act’s climax, with Davenport repeatedly called to the curtain after noted scenes.
The five nights billiard contest at Daly's academy ended with Gallagher defeating Ives by 677 points after Ives trailed at 4200 to 242%. A rematch was proposed next week with a prize from Maurid Daly and a side bet. Ives showed willingness to bet up to $1,000 and favored Gallagher only against Schaefer Hasson Daly and himself.
London commentary criticizes American press for overblown coverage of the Marlborough Vanderbilt wedding. It accuses reporters of vulgar notices and paid editorials while noting the Churchill family’s displeasure. Also reports Governor Morrill pardoning two Lyon county jail inmates, Bill Cox and Jade Truitt.
Senator Lucien Baker of Kansas discusses the Democratic Party’s impact on the nation from the 1830s to the 1890s, accusing the party of harming commerce. He cites massive losses in gold reserves and bond issues, arguing business fell from billions to trillions in value over decades and blaming labor disruption for the downturn.
Eight private detectives discussed the fatal shooting of Frank White in Chicago. A. Thompson was brought in for questioning and admitted being with the group but refused to confirm possession of a revolver. The inquiry will resume later.
A Minnesota town reports terror over a mysterious animal digging graves in a cemetery. Tracks around infant coffin show teeth and claws. No sighting yet. Also mentions a Jesse Cole Graws and older scandal links to James boys family, plus quips from a Washington Star note.
A fragmented 19th century style notice warns William Germany about the Standard Of company. It critiques national ties and finance elites, mentioning France and Moltke while referencing the Peerless and specific numbers. The piece reads like a satirical editorial from Pittsburg Pose.
Treasury officials plan another $25 million bond issue when the gold reserve falls to $75 million. The Journal reports Cleveland will act without Congress, in talks with New York bankers, proposing deposits of $25 million in gold for 4 percent notes. The goal is to restore confidence and bolster the gold supply after recent withdrawals and exports.
Thirteen Spring Valley raiders charged with driving out nonresidents faced penitentiary sentences after a tense trial. one guilty party may receive a prison term. Also reports of religious talks, moves, and local civic notes including Friends church lease, Thanksgiving plans, a Burke man’s death, and a bid to appoint a Republican judge.
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