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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1895
Page
4
The Topeka Capital boasts higher postage payments than peers, but the State Journal claims broader local circulation. The State Journal’s reach surpasses all Topeka papers, with extensive daily copies in Topeka and adjacent areas, delivering current state news and happenings.
Weather reports indicate Chicago and Kansas fair with rising temperatures. The piece cites political talk on ex governors and temperance, tariffs, and reforms, noting campaigns in Nashville and Tapaks, with Roosevelts enforcement debate and local election dynamics.
The article argues against impairing life insurance by seizing policy benefits for debts. It asserts insurance contracts guarantee payouts to designated beneficiaries, preventing diversion that would discourage investment. It also condemns biased legislation favoring professions, warns of class legislation, and notes political shifts on silver and sound money.
Colonel Thomas E Walker native of Indiana born February 5 1847 or 1848 joined Seventy third Indiana volunteers rising to major served Cumberland Perryville and Stones River fought with Streight raid and captured led to Libby prison escape with 108 others reached Union lines 69 escaped final years in G A R prominent Indiana leader and Daily Star subscriber
A dispatch from Havana reports armed revolutionists in Matanzas province and within 75 miles of Havana. Indications of large arms seizures and possible plans to attack the Santa Barbara and battalion. a harbor collision nearby caused forty one deaths, fueling alarm as officials debate causes and consequences. Local citizens discuss arrests and rising tensions.
In police court this morning Katie Parker refused to remove gum from her mouth despite orders from Judge Ferry and Captain Gerdiner. She argued and mocked authority while witnesses Johanna Dupree and Mary Wade described Walter Atkinson's role in a Wednesday night medicine show fight, where he acted as peacemaker and was discharged.
Barney Williams, a Black man from Lawrence, posed as deputy sheriff of Douglas County in August. He defrauded Victims including Dr A B McCurdy for goods worth $17 by using his fake badge and police persona. Williams was arraigned before Justice Parry in Topeka and jailed in default of bond. The report notes further possible complaints from other victims.
Cleveland’s Grand hosted a packed show with minstrels and Arabian acts. Mr Cleveland announced westward travel limits amid a weak western show season while Nasr the strong man showcased his feats and Arabian roots. The Hustler and Derby Winner companies arrive for upcoming performances with Viola Arthur and other familiar actors.
Secretary Olney reports from Ambassador Eustis in Paris that Mrs Waller will not visit her husband while in France. Paul Bray, Waller's son, won at the department and will gain possession of news about his mother. She landed at Marseilles near the prison location.
In Lesbos on September 24 the Wilde bankruptcy hearing showed debts of 9591 pounds with no property. Friends had subscribed funds to cover claims except for the largest creditor, a personal friend. The examination was adjourned to November 2.
Rumor says Ertensen Clothing Co will close and liquidate stock in days with store for rent and fixtures. Also noted, W H Shirk jailed for quarrel with neighbor D W Flock. Shirk fined $3 and Flock detained, to face further court action and a $5 fine.
United States Consul General Pringle reports the death in a Guatemala hospital on July 16 of James Mevermack, an American carpenter, said to have about 1500 missing funds and around 200000 in cash. The article notes intestate succession rules and that he left two wives and possibly English children, with a judge granting a three month extension for appearance of heirs.
Thursday September 26 the Santa Fe will run a special train to Atchison and return leaving Topeka at 1 30 p m returning leaves Atchison at 11 p m Fare 151 for the round trip Marehall s band goes on this train Peerless Steam Laundry Salina and return this week via the Great Rock Island route 254 Smoke Little Gem best Schieer made
Judge Perry quickly disposed of several intoxicated defendants. G H Williams admitted drinking but cited illness and family illness as reasons for leniency. J P Neib, led astray after a drink, was fined five dollars following an incident on Fourth Street at 2 57. Neib’s associate William Abel contested sobriety and sought a continuation. A horse attached to a pug horse caused a minor disruption on the electric car line.
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