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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1895
Page
1
A late week report details the defalcation by cashier J H Crban at the Suite bank, raising the shortage to about $5000. Officials including Vice President Swart and Bank Commissioner Breidenthal discuss losses, security transfers, and potential recovery while warning directors face personal liability for dereliction.
Chief Badenock has begun a nationwide drive to close saloons that stay open past midnight. Nearly a hundred warrants were served to saloon keepers in northern districts as the effort expands. The campaign aims to enforce strict closing hours across regions.
Oct 17. An active volcano is reported near the Olympic ranges south of the city. Prof Alexander of the Smithsonian notes smoke rising steadily, seen from Victoria and described as steam. He arrives from Alertian lands where several volcanoes erupt. Extreme conditions observed from the mountains. Molton Hiker Arrested. Richards of Helto g arrested for bicycle bell theft on Kaukas avenue. He released after no ordinance violation. Weather report near the city notes damage to a church and homes from a storm. Car theft confession tied to recent streetcar robbery. four accomplices named. Marriage licenses issued: Henry C. Alwe and Mera L Rosenberry of Topeka both 18. Another license to Gucar W Well of Topeka and Ethel at Heller of Wakarusa. groom 19, bride 18.
Professor Salisbury, retired from the Greenland relief expedition, spoke at the University of Chicago about Peary’s work in the Arctic. He asserted Peary knew more about the Esquimaux than any living explorer, detailing overland travel, geology, northern Greenland limits, 1,000 miles mapped, eleven new islands found, meteorological records collected, and broader knowledge of the Arctic coast.
A Topeka health scare reports ten new diphtheria cases in two days centering in North Topeka. Red cards mark affected homes on Quincy and nearby streets, with school attendance plummeting as the Grey Heights and nearby institutions face closures and calls for drastic action.
Oct 1 two robbers broke into the auditorium annex night and held Mrs Walker as they looted the apartment. They took only Mrs Walker's wardrobe, leaving her in nervous distress while she was recovering from mineritis. Suspected they sought Melia Melia diamonds. Robbers escaped. Life Insurance decision shields policy proceeds from execution. Junction City ruling aligns with Hazen and will be appealed to the supreme court.
Edward Atkinson of Boston spoke in Atlanta on October 17 advocating monetary reform. He urged legal tender reductions and two bond based remedies to restore gold redemption: increased gold reserves or banks buying bonds. He argued government debt from silver and bullion purchases raised circulation costs, urging national banks to back treasury bonds to shrink paper money and stabilize credit.
George J. Harrison and J. F. Baker, two Colorado mining men, reached Hxnmietito Oct 17 and headed toward Yaqui land with a Mexican guide. The guide returned reporting they were attacked by Todlan Braves 100 miles southeast, and both Americans were killed. The guide is suspected of involvement in the murder and robbery.
The Topeka Journal urges readers to expect tomorrow's sixteen page issue full of news and advertisements. Editors pride the paper's appeal and circulation, noting the Sunday edition will be less effective for business readers and that October circulation records are being broken.
In the South the February chill devastated orange groves and fig trees and killed numerous birds. Bluebirds, turtle doves, mockingbirds, woodpeckers, and other species vanished or fled, leaving forests quiet and nests abandoned. The loss harms ecosystems and local livelihoods, with bird populations unlikely to recover for many years.
A warrant to arrest Corbet was issued as part of the pugilist case. Chancellor Leathurman will hear the matter this afternoon unless a writ of habeas corpus is granted. The text also notes unrelated excerpts and consumer ad lines from the Chicago Post and Peerless Steam Laundry.
Kellam sues for over five thousand damages after police officers allegedly entered Kellams room on Kanana avenue without a warrant on August 3. He cites unlawful arrest, eight days in city prison, and loss of a barrel of beer and other items not returned, with attorney fees claimed. Officers deny misconduct and say some items were returned by order of Chief Wilkerson.
A Supreme Court decision declares two Democratic parties exist in Neucasks. Gd. Phelps seeks a writ to certify a single Democratic candidate for judge, Oliver Demoreatic, as the party’s sole statewide representative, but the writ is denied. Ted Maloney nominated by administration Democrats. C.J. Phelps backed by Free Silver wing. ballots will show two Democratic candidates for judge.
County commissioners issued an order to curb legal fee claims by justices of the peace and district officers. They will publish a list of disallowed claims quarterly to deter padding. The move aims to curb repeated claims and gain public support to stop fee grabbing. A diphtheria case was reported in the Mer Link family. Weather forecasts predict warm, ideal Indian summer days ahead. John Mulligan’s case in city prison hinges on licensing. authorities ordered sale of a wire coat form.
Reports from Genoley describe a mob punishing Bob Marshall by tar and feathering for insulting Gov S Melotire during Potato Day. Morehall was dragged from jail, tarred and feathered, then forced to leave town. Gov McIntire downplayed the incident, while Gen Kiew and others condemned the severity. In Santa Fe, Cardinal Gibbons opens cathedral ceremonies for Archbishop Chapelle with a wide array of prelates and officials in attendance.
The Local Legion of Veterans led by Commander Jobo Gibbon and Maj Haxford visited the White House on Oct 17. They were introduced to the president and sang Marching Through Georgia in a touching chorus. The president spoke briefly and the reception concluded quietly.
Misoxnarorts October 17 The Episcopalian convention changed its stance on appointing a missionary bishop for Alaska after reporting that J Pierpont Morgan privately guaranteed the new bishop's salary for three years. Balloting began for bishops to oversee the missionary jurisdiction with Rev M Frice elected for Kioto Japan on the first ballot and Rev Meter J Howe of Sault Ste Marie named bishop of Alaska on their second ballot.
The session of the Georgia legislature debated a provision to prevent the mortgage or sale of a homestead. Senator Tillman assailed the committee report while the body adopted a motion to strike out the provision by a close vote. The issue awaits the supreme court's decision on the broader law.
Reports say during a ceremony the emperor and empire of Germany passed the cathedral when a window hurrah of Vive la France rang out. Several arrests followed in connection with the demonstration. Also noted are insurgent pamphlets in Santa Clara urging residents not to use railroads and warning of dynamite attacks. George W. Reed is recovering after a brain injury. The state military board has abolished the position of surgeon to Bartarr P.
State Bank Commissioner Breidenthal arrives in Topeka from Kansas City to locate valuables stolen when a Rock Island train item disappeared. The grip contained overcoats, a cloak, and securities valued in the thousands, possibly up to $120,000 in total. Officials pursue the missing secure papers amid confusion over train movements and train identifications.
State board report on the death of Gas Muyer at the Tupets asylum details the investigation findings. It cites patient interference with water, failing supervision, and a chain of blame from attendants to administration, with multiple established rules cited and the handling of Mauer’s body by the undertaker.
Minwatwex Archbishop Kawer ues received a copy of Pope Leo's letter to Mer Saiod Nearing regarding religious congresses. The tone suggests fall civic bodies will not alter protection of the clergy or disturb other denominations. No reference to war or derogatory remarks in the great convention.
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