20 Nov 1894
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1894
Page
1
A long, caustic assessment by Rev. Dr. Parkhurst on Platt and Croker, denouncing boss politics and urging reform. The piece cites a shift in New York governance, criticizing Tammany influence and calling for a public crackdown on corrupt figures and new constitutional safeguards.
General Antonio Egetatori to arrive in Salt Prascixea via dispatches from Mexico. He will oversee supplies and troops for the war between Slowey and Guatemala. Prominent San Francisco society figures reportedly know the truth, though rumors spread of a local liaison in Mare near the harbor.
The Colorado Governor plans a lecture tour after finishing his term, starting in Nevada and then moving to California. Details are unclear due to the fragmentary source, but the governor intends to speak on safety and related topics during the journey.
The notice reports Mary Stevenson Maughier of New York dies. The vice president and family members are summoned. Legal papers filed in Denver and St Paul foreclose on a mortgage against the Denver Pacific Stairway and Telegraph Co. to facilitate future court actions.
In a Berlin report the Vossische Zeitung says if Armenia cannot curb its turmoil the powers will intervene. The move could lead to Armenia separating from Turkey, a scenario mentioned as most likely soon.
Fragmentary report recounts experiments on resurrecting individuals killed by electricity. Doctor claims success in several cases using a respiration-based method, referencing tests on animals and human cases where vitality was restored after apparent death. The account cites nerve and respiratory system involvement and notes prior uncertainty about the cause of death.
State board of charities plans to present a formal clergy warrant against Dr McCasey at the asylum. Officials seek investigation to oust De SloUwy under Populat Pirle. Governor Lew is asked to order a legislative inquiry to address the attempted removal amid party conflicts.
City Attorney Tillotson faced questions after a Douglas county trial ended with a not guilty verdict for J. Musley in a case brought by Gailty alleging libel and misconduct. The judge instructed the jury and reporters noted remarks about jury tampering, deliberations, and the trial's conduct.
Former Populist Lafe Pence argues the 1894 Colorado election reflected nationwide backlash against Democrats and Gov Waites. He blames Waites for costly policy missteps, cites influence from the American Protective Association, and predicts the Republican ascendancy may prove temporary.
The Pall Mall Gazette cites Count Herbert Bismarck in Berlin noting his father's advancing age weakens the state. The interview suggests strained relations with Prince Hohenlohe and hints at shifts in German leadership, while confirming continued, cautious support for the chancellor amid concerns over health and succession.
Cleveland DA vows full effort to obtain evidence against Fitzsimmons for the death of Con Riordan. Autopsy notes one beat on the brain with three clots. Riordan’s brother requests the body be buried in consecrated ground but Catholic clergy deny due to Riordan’s standing.
Reports recount a Sunday clash twenty miles from Port Arthur with Japanese withdrawing after a Chinese victory. Chinese losses totaled about 100. Japanese losses unconfirmed. Ten Chinese prisoners were taken. The second Japanese army moved from Kinchow toward Port Arthur, while a transport carrying 66 infantry and 60 coolies was burned en route to Tahenwan.
Representative Storer of the commerce commission says the national strike commission's recommendations cannot be enacted this coming session due to time limits. A general law along those lines is likely early, with railroad interests urged to recognize the inevitability and act. He notes federal protection for certain labor groups already exists, contrasts with sailors, and argues interstate commerce control could handle wage and dispute laws without new sessions. The Nicaragua canal bill and a railway payroll bill are highlighted as key near-term items.
Treasurer Lt. Johoson of the Binostalk league discusses a nations executive meeting in Le Léais on November 27 as pivotal for silver policy. He warns only united silver interests and support from Colorado and neighboring states can revive the cause and influence the Democratic and Republican parties toward free silver.
Columbia Ohio November 20 official table of the vote cast November 4 shows Hepa and others for state territory. Hepa lead with a large plurality, total state votes around 744,050, down from 1906 gubernatorial totals. Republican and Democratic candidates show shifts with the article noting declines and gains in party tallies.
Rhea starred in Bacrun's new play Wheo Rose Waa Queen at Toxoste Ontario on November 20. The free time presentation drew a large audience and Rhea received praise for her portrayal of the Good Queen Bess. Barron introduced the characters Slakes pears and Queen Eczsburn with humorous touches.
In a police court session Greider and A Madclif faced charges. Greider admitted to drinking and showed repentance as the judge imposed a small fine of five dollars. Rachel was also in a similar predicament and faced a related court action with modest penalties.
Chicago November 20 a sixty foot steel stack toppled from the Gaiverdity club building and shattered the skylight of the Handy Abstract office on Washington Street. The falling debris injured two men severely and wounded about 125 clerks and visitors though most suffered cuts and bruises. Several young clerks and messengers were pinned or carried away by the panic as physicians and ambulances arrived. the Handy and Posteck buildings suffered damage and a large glass fragment struck an executive, narrowly missing fatal injury.
A The Figaro reports Dr foiawmage left for New York by te Duria on Saturday without making the coovert day of idathou. Attempts to raise funds for the new taternacie on this side would fail as the dueter's methods are not welcomed in Euginod.
In Bureefrout Conn on November 20 a lengthy dispute between executors of the Harem set and ex Governor Ingersoll represents Mrs Buraim over provisions for Mrs Beraum's income. The plan fixes income at 4000 dollars yearly with estate properties to cover it. The Baruum Bailey firm earned about 200000 last season, split between Mrs Bailey and the heirs of PL T Baruum.
Francis Murphy returns to Pittsburg on Friday November 24 to take part in the anniversary of his inauguration of the temperance movement in the city. The chief exercises will be held in the Grand Opera House on Sunday November 35. A council action in Syracuse aimed to ban boxing events and exhibits, with aldermen proposing a prohibition measure referred to the corporation counsel after the Pissigmons Riordan affair.
The semi annual reunion of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry opened at the Masonic Temple on Jackson Street. Candidates will receive degrees from the fourth to the thirtieth this week with several dignitaries from Topeka and Dodge City on the list. a Southern Rite banquet and entertainment for ladies is planned Friday evening.
A servant from Mia Win residence bursts into New York City West Forty second Street station reporting an emergency at the Astor mansion. Police find a bespattered, disheveled man in a fourth floor bedroom and question the servant, but the motive and origin remain unclear.
A fragmented report from Chicago on livestock and commodity prices and receipts. It notes weak pork markets, mixed cattle and hog values, and fluctuating grain bids with extensive figures for futures and cash prices. The article mentions receipts today and yesterday, market activity, and price levels across hogs, cattle, and wheat futures.
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