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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1894
Page
5
Curtis vows to remain in his district and not travel to assist in the campaign against Simpson. The decision underscores his stance on local duties and political strategy as opponents press for cross-district support.
The Seventh district Republicans debate sending Charles Curtis to campaign for Chester L Long against Jerry Simpson. State leaders urge Curtis, “The Little Black Hagia of the Kaw,” to boost the ticket, but district and state committees hesitate, fearing Curtis’s absence could hurt Long’s chances. Meanwhile the Referendum issue spreads, with Initiative and Referendum backers arguing the reform measure should be voter driven rather than party led. Cyrus Corning and W H Bensington react to Lewelling prospects and discuss their stalled governor bid.
In a rushed office sweep at the election commission, voters faced registration hurdles. C W F P Reichenbach faced a ward residency rule and left puzzled after being told he could not vote without thirty days residence. Deputy Whit refused registration until a ruling is made. Aged Robert Irving, after assistance, was registered with Madison Street address, while efforts to locate Ewing and his registration source faltered amid a broader probe into residency questions.
A Kansas newspaper reports on political chatter about Reed becoming speaker if Republicans win the House, noting public sentiment and possible tariff revisions. It also covers local notices of student activities, athletic plans, and social events including faculty fundraising and a football schedule.
A fragment describes Miss Winsie Vanderpool hosting a gathering at Seventh and Lanc oe with games and amusements. The item notes the trip and Greek studies as part of the event, mentioning a chaperone and the social setting.
The Topeka city council votes to sell the thirteen and a half ton street roller Jumbo once used to roll pavement. Once a boom time purchase at 5500 dollars the roller proved useless on uneven ground and often sank into ruts. If sold for 3000 dollars another city may learn how impractical the monster proves to be.
In a police court session J R Miller city dog catcher was found guilty of breaking into Harmon's barn to seize a dog valued at about 43 dollars, with Harmon claiming it was Warren's property. Miller was fined 25 dollars plus bond. Other defendants faced fines, dismissals, or continued cases as proceedings continued into Thursday. Dr Price's Cream Baking Powder won top honors at Chicago Midwinter Fairs.
Robert A. Hilton of Santa Fe died in Emporia after an injury at Halstead. Several births and deaths reported in surrounding areas, including a four month old near St Marys and a three week old infant from Leavenworth. The state versus Clem and Betty Payne for criminal relations was dismissed. Tobias Hughes, suspected in a bicycle theft, was arrested. Ira Payne faces trial for alleged threats. Santa Fe showcases a Colorado framed advertisement and an Indian doll riddle. Divorce suit filed by F C Gellenbeck against Margaret J Gellenbeck seeks custody. Various arrests for assault and theft. bond issues set and court hearings scheduled.
S. Sprout, capital grocer, proclaims high standards and guarantees on every item. Advertises dozens of staples including oats, flour, raisins, coffee, canned goods, produce, honey, and specialty items with mail orders shipped the same day. Local pricing implied by listing.
Frost grapes are ripe and markets report a wide array of items from Kansas to New York. Notices mention a social at Keeley institute, a ballot schedule near Halloween, and local civic notes including a jail census, sidewalk work, and a court suit by Joliet against the Santa Fe. Also listed are school recitals, voters’ registration quirks, and various public happenings around Topeka and state institutions.
Items from North Topeka list births and visits including Homer Washburn’s infant son, return of Charles Nyman, and Mrs G W Bean’s departure. Socials promise lectures by David Overmyer, a Weight social and supper, and two FL AA entertainments on October 24. Local notices mention a dairy man building a new house and a small shooting incident involving two tramps.
The Phe Cumberland Presbyterian church at Polk and Huatooy streets reopens services with a new pastor announced from Wasblog en yesterday. Atti Fremek Maker B16 Kansas Avenue extends thanks to members of the Stonecutters and Nations for support during illness and loss. Also mentions Feenen Bakery and a cough syrup advertisement from Kansas Avenue Boston.
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