15 Oct 1895
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1895
Page
1
A Journal reporter interviews Cardinal Gibbons about prohibition. The famed prelate, described as the greatest in the American Catholic Church, travels through Topeka on his journey to Santa Fe. He argues prohibition won t work and discusses topics of interest to Catholics.
The cardinal, visiting with Cardinal Tareros and other church leaders, alighted in special cars and was welcomed by rail officials. He discussed plans to confer the pallium on Archbishop Chapelle, noting Pope Gregory the Great’s historic pallium tradition and commenting on the pope’s health.
A report details a Cardinal’s planned travel from Rome to participate in the coronation ceremonies at Our Lady of Guadalupe in Santa Father enor. Bishop Donshie notes the Cardinal’s strict daily routine and water cure experience, while Archbishops from multiple cities prepare to accompany him.
News reports from New York Harbor describe a naval prize fight aboard the flagship New York in Hampton Roads. The bout featured Kia Polay of New York and E3 Hanton of Texas. Hanlon was knocked out in the eighth round after a 15 round contest. Observers believed the event was unprecedented in thirty years of navy sport.
Prominent farmers Matzger and Preston of Douglas County faced financial collapse after heavy hog losses and failed speculation. Matzger Brothers owned about 1,000 acres with a 5,000 mortgage, while Preston cattle feeder had a roughly 90,000 mortgage filed against his property.
Secretary W C Edwards returns from Chicago on business with Butler papers. Kane meeting at the Auditorium is planned to promote Kansas products to aid Chicago's poor, with Mayor Swift to receive distribution. Speakers include Guy Steur Mareill ex Senator Ingalls and Judge Gregory of Garden City.
A Des Moines dispatch reports Republican leaders fear a legislative majority backing anti prohibitionists. A party poll shows many Republicans favor resubmitting the prohibition amendment while central committee members push to support Senator Allison for president. Prohibitionists seek to curtail Republican control in several counties as a constitutional matter drags through courts and legislature.
Narrative describes a Black man accused of striking a passerby in Manchester area, and of mistreating a white woman at a house. Another suspect confessed near Holly Springs to an earlier murder involving a woman. a separate case mentions a husband driven mad by the shock and a failed attempted assault on a young girl in Mississippi. The accused faces transfer to Braiden.
Frank Morrow bought five cows from an Eskridieo seller for over $100. Deputy Sheriff Thompson traced the cattle to Eskridgy and alerted Chint Wilker son, who then received a telegram confirming the arrest of Alexander for stealing the neighbor’s herd. Mr. Morrow had killed the animals after purchase.
A special to the Star from Piscott sava reports Colonel T. J. Wilson died in Mt. K city this morning. He conceived the St Louis to Denison line of 1888 which became part of the Missouri Kansas & Texas system and served as first president of the Lebo and Sheosho railroad. Known as Lebo Wilton, he retired after cancer of the race. He was born near a prosperous farm.
Ex Senator In arrives at Sorin Hotel declaring candidacy for a U S senate seat. He supports Chicago as the host of the national Republican convention amid political maneuvering. Also note: Hoyse Freezer Co of Centralia Kansas charter filed with capital stock of 40680 to manufacture and sell a royal ice cream freezer. directors named Pampel G Cummings and J Ficket.
A Washington sourced report reveals serious derelictions among Chicago letter carriers. About 10% are under investigation with roughly fifty likely to be removed, while many others face suspensions up to twenty days. The probe, run secretly for 28 days starting September 6, shields individual names by number to avoid favoritism.
The state bank chief arrives to oversee the bank as fraud details unfold. Reo Caster Beaches House faces about 52 001 short with 27 000 embezzled as wife and children travel with him. He is bedridden and ill while officials discuss arrest prospects and a receiver likely in days. The bank shows 2000 in resources and 894 000 in deposits.
Rumors say a Corbett Pit fight might move if Springs fails but Mexican President Diaz would not allow it. An Alexican consul official says Diaz would oppose and AP dispatches from Mexico City reflect strong opposition. Also local notices report a police incident, deaths in Deache and Patrice, and a court case in Kansas over obscene Bible extracts.
British and Brazilian officials debunk rumors of an armed British force marching through Brazilian territory toward Venezuela. Foreign Office and ministers in Washington say there is no truth. Venezuelan, Brazilian, and British reps call the claim vague and implausible. Reports traced to Parara and Rio Janeiro are dismissed as unfounded.
A Santa Fe switch engine No 420 with a 32 car stock train jumped the track at 10 15 pm in the Kansas City yards near Kaw river bridge. The car carrying 240 crates derailed and 80 stock cars suffered damage and the wreck smothered 16 dents. The engine and tender were damaged. Engineer Guy was shaken and bruised but uninjured. The accident was blamed on a defective rail causing the engine to slip.
Two young tramps taken by police Sunday remain in custody as officers seek foster homes in To peka or the county seat. Bryant, 14, is bright and hopes for a permanent home with a caregiver. his parents are dead and a Rock Island relative is his only known kin. He initially asked for reform school, believing a good home should be found for a boy so bright. Sergeant Tim Donovan reports Josef Richards, 11, now claiming the name Josef Rabe, is less eager for a home but still seen as promising with proper guidance.
Pegleg McLafferty in pale court with a new white suit and immaculate shirt. He and Jobs Payos colored were set for trial on the Smoky How fracas two weeks ago but Judge Parry continued it to Saturday. Fred Healers back-stand incident at the Banta Fe depot also postponed. Private Secretary J J Bristow reports numerous newspaper editors seeking work for a new paper, preferring news to editorials. Cleveland nears Washington as President Cuuboard yacht Oneids passes in the Chesapeake Bay today.
Mrs Andrew Leonard of 118 North Kansas Avenue attempted suicide by swallowing blue colored liquid with soaked match heads. Her cousin noticed the act and Dr Frankenberger administered emetics, saving her from death. Leonard says the quarrel followed by her sensitive nature led to multiple prior attempts.
Governor Altgeld granted pardons to 112 girls at Evanston Industrial School in Chicago. The release follows an unfavorable report from a committee that investigated the institution. Ages of the girls range from six to twenty-two.
Arkansas authorities plan to mobilize the state militia within ten hours as Governor and Brigadier General George B Taylor confer in Little Rock over possible banishment of the Hot Springs crowd. Legal maneuvering surrounds the Corbett Fitzsimmons boxing match with Judge Dalia’s ruling awaited and possible appeal to the supreme court.
Amid warnings from the health board, Topeka records another diphtheria death and multiple new cases. The 1918 North Vuo Burea street child died at 5 am, with several families at Twefth street Wedtert avenue and nearby areas quarantined. Several cases around S18 Him street and 410 East Tenth prompt isolation. conditions described as widespread but not controlled. The report notes continued spread among local children and calls for greater vigilance.
Distorted dispatch claims Southern Pacific seeks to use government mail cars on Market Street lines to push through a rail expansion and curb a potential trolley strike. Report notes Attorney General Glen E. Glory’s interpretation of the Olney decision could shield such actions, prompting labor unrest and public danger if mail routes are disrupted.
David Stutlering, described as a laborer, was arrested for vagrancy after an afternoon chase along the river from the Union Pacific depot. He claimed he hoped for sixty days in jail while police described a lengthy pursuit ending near the Santa Fe junction. He cited seeking work on Missouri river barges and reaching the area quickly.
HRS and Cleveland depart with a special train at 9:10 morning bound for Washington late today. Crowds gather across northern Indiana and southern Michigan as Fort Wayne begins four days of celebrations for its 100th year existence.
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