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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Sep 18, 1894

Page

7

Chinese Lose 17000 in Ping Yang Battle Defeat

A dispatch from Ping Yang reports the Chinese suffered over 17000 killed or wounded in two days of fighting near Ping Yang Core a. Japanese cavalry pressed the advance, capturing four senior Chinese commanders and many troops. Chinese prisoners totaling about 14800 were paraded by Japanese forces as they move them toward transports on the Ta Toting river.

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North Topeka Notes From The North Silo The Fleer

North Topeka items note Maye visits in Lawrence Mra W Kekert entertaining sister Misa Mabel Miller of Cluthe. J P Bock attended Republican rally in Richland. Kentucky visitors see niece Mra Gee Stans. Good Literature circle to meet at G D Skinner home. Mrs Marion Myers of Meriden visiting Myers family. Will Fieger returns to St Marys from visit with parents. Potter entertainers host at Kansie avenue for Mere Et Potter. moving to Kansas City work in J M Knight undertak ing. Young Men's Reading club forms. 30 sign. Meeting Friday to organize and elect officers. Plan reading room with open afternoons and evenings. no drinking or gambling. Harvey Kellar, former local, disappeared after pay from Hook Island. family seeks news amid foul-play fears. Foul play feared as missing man case draws concern. Foul play feared amid missing man case.

Fleer Bob McMaster Lawrence W. T. Kekert Ie Misa Mabel Miller Cluthe J. P. Bock Richland CF. Newton Kentucky Mra Gee, Stans Good Literature Reading Circle G D. Skinner Marion Myers Meriden D. Myers Kansie Avenue Harvey Kellar Morton Hook Island

Prohibition Debate Splits Kansas Electorate in 1900s

Editor Lewis Roby of the Kansas Endeavorer reports 2000 young voters in the state may back the Prohibition party or vote independently, challenging Republicans and traditional blocs. He cites resolutions favoring enforcement of laws and moral reform, with several preachers backing independence in this year's ballot.

Lewis Roby The Christian Endeavorer Kansas Kansas Endeavorer P. S&sce Lewis L Roby Roby Roby Asid Iirby Christian Endeavorers Republican Party B L Topeka Wm. Foukes Salina W. L Garges Sterling Nut Eabusr H. W. Rule Wichite Gce. Union Hessys Ps Cc

New Japan Treaties Earn Recognition as Civilized Nation

Sept 14 report notes Japan negotiates treaties with Great Britain United States Germany and others to grant full treaty rights and open markets Japan would join the ranks of civilized nations with equal terms for foreigners and broader territorial openness in a landmark shift from earlier unequal treaties The United States led in initial contact and tariff arrangements with Japan under prior accords expanding to six to eight percent duties under new law

Japan United States Great Britain Germany Europe State Department

Resignation Sought of Treasury Supervising Architect O Rourke

Washington reports Secretary Carlisle urged Jeremiah O Rourke of Newark to resign as supervising architect of the Treasury. The move followed months of friction with Carlisle and other officials. O Rourke, appointed early in the current administration, had backing from New Jersey Democrats and several prominent architects in the region.

O'Rourke Treasury Washington Dispatch Carbalylas Jeremiah O'Rourke Newark N_ d Treasury Department O Rourke Mc. Ohourie Ssintoria Smith and McPherson New Jersey Carlisle

Wool sales in London draw American buyers amid tariff shift

London wool sales open with 282272 lots offered from Sept to Oct. United States buyers arrive, signaling a shift as free tariff status may elevate US influence on the London exchange. American buyers bring large orders and heightened interest among commercial circles.

United States London Jutta London Exchange

Dunbin to Negotiate With a Humorous Street Visitor

A Chicago Tribune excerpt shows a man at a door offering dubious services from dancing to elocution while a housewife refuses each proposal. The exchange ends with the man lamenting failed attempts, admitting the block yields no business for him.

Dunbin Delsarte Maeryee Chicago Tribune

Womanly Kindness at a Fashionable Resort Feud

A stylish woman at a resort lives high on her husband’s money while he stays away. Rumors spark when another woman accuses her of living beyond visible means. The exchange ends with a sharp remark about the husband being invisible. Detroit Press.

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Inherited Traltx and the Old Superstitions

A fragment from a Buffalo Express exchange notes beliefs about inherited quirks in people who cross streets to avoid creditors. It shifts to humorous snippets from The Wonders of the Sky and jokes heard in old newspapers, including remarks about astronomy, teeth, and a joke about a breach of promise verdict. The piece strings together quips and anecdotes from multiple sources.

Buffalo Buffalo Express

They Prefer Topeka Palace Carben Would Rather Locate Here

Enthusiasm at Trades Assembly meeting discuss establishing a Topeka sleeping car plant on the Pullman principle. Committee to solicit stock at $25-$100 shares, $5 or $10 installments, report at next meeting. Myers and Allen favor Topeka with favorable terms compared to Kansas. Also notes rifle competitions opening, coal price listing, and a local medicine advertisement.

Palace Carben Trades Assembly Messrs. L. Myers Mr. Allen Topeka P. E Cook J. G. Samuelson Topeka Mead P. E. Cook W. D. Mills Wau Sullivan John Jones James Gallagher Citizens Council Chamber Assembly Myers Department of the Platte S. A Bellevue Rifle Range

Geronimo and Braves to Fort Sill transfer plan

News from Mount Ver nos Arizona reports Geronimo and about 400 followers captured years ago will be moved to Fort Sill Indian Territory. Geronimo reportedly becomes a local justice of the peace and leads a church service as the group prepares to farm on the Wabash creeks area. meanwhile a separate Wabash railway wreck near Clifton injures Fireman Frank Keiser.

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Masonic Notes From The Scottish Rite World

A historical roundup covers Caswell and the southern jurisdiction leaders, ranks, and milestones in the Scottish Rite. It mentions Nevada City Masonry beginnings, royal arch, knights templar, and inspector general thirty third degree honors. Also notes Spain’s grand master, Maine lodge leadership changes, and Wisconsin bans wine at suppers. It closes with general comments on lodge practices and a Pittsburgh hero reference.

EL Caswell Thomas Hubbard Caswell County Nevada City Cal Supreme Council Baltimore United States Wisconsin Senor Gagasta Spain Freemasons New York Dismois Pennsylvania Ohio Michigan Massachusetts Missouri Tidiana Texas Iowa Maine Kansas Kentucky Tennessee California Bro Marquis King Portland Grand Lodge of Frederick Fox Homie U- Brome Council Scottish Rite Borghise Palace Colored Masons Washiya Joseph Warren Buoker Hil King Solomon Lodge

Laws for Red Men Benefit Fund and Fraternal Orders

Laws proposed by the committees on dues and benefits for Red Men outline disability benefits, eligibility, and fund allocation. Provisions set seven suns for disability, checks for arrears, and min/max wampum scales for funeral and benefit payments. Reports cover membership growth, death benefits, and organizational officers across several lodges and states.

Great Sun Pocahontas Altoona Pennsylvania Augustus P. Calder Massachusetts Massachsetts United States Alpheus B. Alger Fred O. Downes Wilam T. Litehman

Topeka Star Grocery Promises Savings for Shoppers

More saving realized at this store than at any other in Topeka. Full weights and measures guaranteed satisfaction. Large buying, liberal selling with extensive patronage. California sugar and beans, sardines, oysters, tuna, and lamb products offered. Various canned goods, soaps, baking supplies, and staples priced to attract customers.

Topeka California Calif Kirk Petijohn Preston Arbuckle Japan Colorado

Market Report From Todays Wheat, Cattle and Hogs Trade

The Market Report notes futures and cash prices for wheat corn oats and related grains with contracts shifting. It cites gains and losses across wheat December and May futures along with pork lard and tallow movements. cattle and hog receipts and prices are described as active and varying by class. Local city market details for Kansas City and other regions list specific bid prices and stock levels for beef, pork, and dairy products.

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