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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1895
Page
8
A column argues greatness comes from individual thinking and effort not imitation. It cites Prof. Samuels of To ku as a renowned yet controversial example, noting envy and misrepresentation follow success and emphasizing independent inquiry over book learning.
Arizona has supplied Kansas markets with 26 770 head of sheep this year, up 19 023 from last year. Apache and Navajo counties furnished most of the stock as northern Arizona sheep industry expands, while Arizona routes like the Union Pacific via Salina offer quick transport options and low fares.
Slater and Frost return from the fourth nations irrigation convention in Albuquerque New Mexico where discussions centered on arid land colonization irrigation methods and underflow potential. Frost expected home soon while Slater touts enthusiasm and brings back pamphlets and a Navajo blanket badge as a convention souvenir.
Superintendent Howell unveils a new arrangement for school religious services at Reform School. City pastors will lead Sunday services at 8 PM with a rotating lineup: first Sunday Rev J Madison, Kansas Avenue M E Church. third Sunday Bishop Frank Millsplugh. fourth Sunday Rev ae Medhication of United Presbyterian. At Ingals exhibition, E S Miner from Lyle recalls Ingalls’ reception. Ingalls replies with thanks, noting personal ambition.
The Topeka Orphans Home has fifteen children attending public school each morning with two women in charge during the matron’s illness. Nurse Mia Thompson and her daughter oversee the home, while funds for new books and clothes are appreciated. One deaf and dumb girl seeks admission to the Olathe asylum, and another child could be at the Soldiers’ Orphans home, but remains at Topeka due to space. The creche is free, and a large yard and healthy-looking children are noted.
H E L Robinson of Highland Kennels represented Topeka at the Omaha Kennel Club beach show with Barre A K C S B 82581 winning open class over rivals from Alma Chicago Des Moines and Omaha. Orchard Kennels Topeka also claimed second in female and performance classes amid a strong western showing.
Midland College football players are practicing steadily for the upcoming game against Kansas University, scheduled to be played at Atchison Carnival Day. The team reviews decoys and ammunition for strategy as they ready for the match.
Washington dispatch reports E G Woodford returning from Madagascar with details on ex consul John Waller. Waller was arrested for communicating with the Huway and sentenced to twenty years by a military tribunal, based on letters intercepted by the French and other documents.
A Columbus man aged 88 reports relief after using Munyon’s Rheumatism Cure, claiming rapid pain relief and full cure. The ad touts Homeopathic remedies from Munyon’s Philadelphia company and offers free diagnosis by Professor Manron, with remedies mailed on receipt of price. Also mentions a GA HK reunion in Suline with round trip fare.
North Topeka column notes local arrivals and activities including John McLacus Meriden Clem Lyon visiting Ray Caldwell and others in Maple Hill Morris Michael Mossville on business Edith Green Mamie Baird heading to Chicago for St Xavier's academy The Good Literature Reading circle reorganizes at O D Skimmer residence Various local businesses advertise services coal bicycles stables wagon building and groceries A farewell for Miss Alles Spradlin and Rev Togels as they relocate A public real estate sale draws interest and potential bargains The Stave Journal promotes its Want and Mischief columns for readers
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