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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1894
Page
2
A broad following gathers around the silver issue as bimetallists and silver men mobilize support. Supporters cite market and monetary policy concerns while opponents warn of economic instability amid the debate.
The second day of the Trans Misssissippi congress focuses on free coinage of silver. W J Bryan of Nebraska chairs the resolutions committee as debate continues and positions for and against bimetallism clash amid speeches by J S Shafroth and Anthony of Kansas.
Advices from Managua report a grave situation as Britain refuses to recognize the Nicaraguan government. British minister Gosling seeks a swift response, telegraphing Port Limon for a warship to Bluefield. The canal project appears central to the dispute, risking broader trouble. Public Lands for Lease in Cherukes strip prompt bids by January 3 1802.
Director Rh E Preston submits the mint report to Secretary Carie Waanmmatox. The year records include gold deposits totaling 545,555,607,002 and silver purchases of 11,917,699 fine ounces costing 4,715,522. The total coinage yield and seigniorage are detailed, with gold and silver production figures, debasement figures, and estimates of world metal stocks. The document notes high silver prices and net gold and silver experts for the year.
Secretary Mertiert urges Congress to authorize three battleships of about 10,000 tons each and twelve torpedo boats up to 200 tons. The plan includes improving naval strength, with ships named Markbeadt Columbia Montgomery and others, and outlines costs and personnel needs while noting a wake of naval policy debates and strategic aims. Also reports an escape of murderer John Milligan from custody on January 11, 1855.
Nov. 24 In Reva a Kansas City express carrying 25900 dollars to Georges Isaacs a Chickasaw cattleman at Canadian Texas was robbed as the express car opened fire on the bandits who fled into the Wichita mountains pursuit by Sheriff Meter and a large force. Isaacs suspected of complicity was arrested. Several robbers were reported killed in fights near the Wichita mountains and Canadian City posse faced gunfire. The Missouri Kansas Texas railway added guards on express cars through the Indian Territory amid ongoing hunt for the bandits.
The Republican party holds more than two thirds of the House with 244 Republicans 24 Democrats and six Populists, one alive and one vacant. Regional breakdowns show strength in New England and the West, with southern contests likely but not excessive. Contests may arise in twenty eight southern districts, while Slyer in Arkansas and Crandall in Alabama shift plans as seats move to Republicans in early reports.
A World’s Fair era notice offers a watercolor print of the Colcsgo to New York twenty hour Lake Shore route train. The image can be obtained by sending ten cents in silver to CBR. Wilber, Western Passenger Agent, Chicago.
Fort Sara Ark Nov 23 Arrests of W J McKey superintendent and J M Walsh trainmaster of the Missouri Pacific Central division on murder charges of Pullman Laudaster Brown created a sensation. Warrants issued by Commissioner Wheeler after information from Deputy United States Marshal Jones. Walsh and McKey deny the charges and seek a full legal investigation. Also under arrest are Pullman porter Barker and cook Nelson. District Attorney Hood declines to discuss evidence.
Secret calls have been issued by Kuylbite leaders urging armed groups from 109 to 500 volunteers to go to Montgomery for insurrection day near Buturdwr. Authorities fear violence as guards are placed on armories and state troops are mobilized, though Governor Jones expects no trouble and vows to enforce order.
Fire discovered at 1 a m in the beef department of Fowlers packing house at Ruised Guy Kansas Orry. Night watchman James Cuyas alerted authorities after rounds at 11:30. Three alarms drew Kansas City and Kansas Gas fire crews. third floor fire spread to fourth and fifth. By 3 20 a m the blaze was controlled, with the north balcony gutted and losses near 100000 insured. Battering department on the third floor was the origin and contains new goods and machinery.
Nov 24 summary notes czars policy shifts easing agrarian debts lowering Imperial bank rates for nobles and peasants. Nov 27 Norman court notes Jake Collins charged with killing Jake Mosier failed to appear bond forfeited. clerk to sue bondsmen for 5000. Collins fled with a woman, leaving family destitute.
The district attorney orders United States marshals to arrest all druggists and storekeepers in Indian Territory selling bitters tonics and intoxicating patent medicines. This move alarms the territory where many sell press medicines containing alcohol.
A humorous clash over band discipline unfolds as General Schofield criticizes Sousa. The general notes that Sousa’s baton handling causes parts to pause when he turns, while Sousa defends his men’s strict drill. The exchange likens musical timing lapses to artillery suspensions on a field.
An aging mountain raconteur recalls a gunfight cowardice turning to reputation, a man choosing retreat to spare dependents, and a boxer describing the "sweet music" of a near knockout, all reflecting frontier courage and superstition in vivid anecdotes.
A 34-year-old woman applied at the United States Rubber Company office in New York City. Told to go upstairs, she climbed a fire escape to the fourth story, entered through a window, and explained her purpose to the foreman, who then hired her.
Mr Solpie, a quirky local, travels by horse and open buggy but never rides inside. He carries a huge light blue porcelain vase from a dealer and sits with a curious display in front of his buggy. The sow occupying the front seat and a chained tool draw attention on his daily shopping rounds.
A garbled page lists various tidbits including a well in Warsaw New York 1620 feet deep and costs 24500 a note on ancient coins from Philadelphia a claim of 18 million earthquake deaths since history began. It mentions a Chinese word with up to 40 meanings, a pig moat muscles helping turn soil, aurora sensations for Arctic explorers, currants in oats feeding racing horses, General Booth's War Cry circulation, Pulextive falcon blessing, and hawks wiping out mice.
The report discusses aluminium horseshoes and winter training plans at Milwaukee next year. It notes a champion ten mile trotter Pasee and mentions world records on half mile tracks held by Nelson Magnolia and Lord Clinton. It quotes Andy McDowell on pacing a young horse and Horeman on necessary qualities for a horse’s success.
The article notes velvet skirts in black or dark hues, with five notable features in general style. It highlights bulky sleeves, center-mucked fullness, elasticated godet plaits, and back skirt widening from the knee. Velvet and miroir velvet fabrics appear, plus draped walking cloth with embroidery and fur framing. The girdle favors soft satin.
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