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The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1896-04-07

finance committee. The report showed
that there was IS cash to the credit
of the board in the city treasury; S20.-
1873 in the Central National bank;
fiscal agency So, 400. OF this money
there is in interest and the sinking fund
$3.50, and in the general fund $25,-
500 Of
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1896-04-07
TO MOVE THF BAND STAND.
To Be Moved From the State House
Square to the City Park.

~
Mayor Fellows announced that the
band stand in the state house square
had been donated to the city by Mar
shallfs band.
Councilman Skinner moved that the
gift be accepted
Councilman Elicit inquired what it
would cost to move and set up the
stand
ABE Fulford said he would do the
moving for SO and the gift was unani-
mously accepted. The stand viii be
moved to the City park at once
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1896-04-07
Eouse Moving Investieation.

The bond of w G. Tandy for $500 as
house mover was received and at the
suggestion Of the mayor referred to
the committee on ways and means.
Mayor Fellows said that an ordinance
should be passed regulating the NOV
ing of buildings.
Paper Walks Cost More Than Brick.
The estimate for putting down paper
pulp sidewalks is seven and three
tenth cents per square foot. The esti-
mate for vitrifed brick walks was five
and nineteenth cents per square foot.
The estimate was approved and filed.
To Grade Monroe Street.
C. W. Heron and nine others asked
that Monroe street be graded from
Twelfth to Thirteenth street. The pc
tition was referred to the engineer and
street commissioner.
Sells Show Coming.
The agents Of Sells & Forepaugh's
circus. which viii be in Topeka June 49,
asked that the license fee be reduced
one half The fee is $3.50. The commU-
nication was referred to the committee
on license.
Permission to Pebble.
W. w. Leaning of 114O North Jeffer-
son street asked permission to peddle
without paying the usual license fee
The request was referred to the com
mite ON license.
More Complete Reports.
The committee on finance recon-
mended that the directors of the public
library make more complete reports of
the receipts and expenditure of funds.
The report was adopted.
New Sidewalks on Thirteenth Street.
The committee on streets and walks
reported in favor of building sidewalks
on the south side Of lots 80 to ia West
Thirteenth street. The report was
agreed to.
Petition for Walks Rejected.
G. II. Sehencks petition for side
walks on the east side of Central ave
rejected by the adoption of the unfa-
vOrable report of the committee on
streets and walks.
Rust Pay License.
An ordinance was passed giving peo-
pie who have wagon scales their choice
between paying So apiece for scale
books or a $50 annual license fee.
No Advertising Boards.
The ordinance allowing f. B. Daley
to place advertising boards and street
names at street Intersections was re-
ported adversely from the committee
on judiciary and the report was adopt
ed.
Bids for New Walks.
A resolution by Councilman Fulton
instructed the city clerk to advertise
for bids for sidewalks.
Separate the Prisoners.
Councilman Roundtree introduced a
resolution providing for separate apart
ments for the petty criminals at the
city prison. The resolution was re-
felred to the committee on buildings.
A Cement Floor.
city Engineer Barnes presented an
estimate of S99.50 for cementing the floor
of the cell room Of the city prison. The
floor is now Of wood.
No Hay by Retail.
An ordinance was passed prohibiting
the selling of hay on the hay market
in less than 1 600 pound lots.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1896-04-07

Soothing. healing, cleansing DeWitts
Witch Hazel Salve is the enemy to
sores, wounds and piles, which it never
fails to cure. Stops itching and burn
ing. Cures chapped lips and cold
sores in two or three hours. G. w.
StansheId 632 Kansas avenue.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1896-04-07

TO CURE A COLD IN ONE DAY
Take laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets
All druggists refund the money if it
falls to cure. 25c
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1896-04-07

The sudden and heavy rain last night
at midnight caught a good many peo-
pie who had been out to dances.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1896-04-07
Condition 81 school Elunds

the month ending March 81 was pre-
scented by Chairman 1Iacferran Of the
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1896-04-07

TO CURE A COLD IN ONE DAY
Take laxative BrOmo Qufnine Tablets.
All druggists refund the money if it
fails to cure. 25c.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1896-04-07

II not only is 50. it must be so. One
Minute Cough Cure acts Quickly anS
that's what makes it 80. g. w Stsrs-
held, 632 Kansas avenue.
,-...-si I've me a nVer regulator andI can
regulate the world, said a aeni7s ~
druggist handed him a bottle ~ NJ
wltts Little Early Risers the far70,7s
llssle pllls. g. w sta1sheld, 6s2 kan
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1896-04-07
THE COAL HOLE MONEY.
The $4,000 Held by Mr.. Noel to Be
Turned Into the Treasury.

Councilman Burgess presented
resolution instructing the city attorney
to examine into the coal hole matter
and report the necessary steps to be
taken to cover back into the city treas
ury the money now in the hands Of
p c. Noel
The resolution was adopted.
THE APPROPRIATE
over $4,000 viii Be Paid Out To-
morrow by the City Treasurer.
The appropriation ordinance show
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1896-04-07
BE APPROPRIATIoNs.

The appropriation ordinance show
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1896-04-07

Bids for New Walks
A resolution by Councilman Fulton
instructed the city clerk to advertise
for bids for sidewalks.
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1896-04-07

An ordinance was passed prohibiting
the selling of hay on the hay market
IN less than LOCO pound lots
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1896-04-07

G. W. Heron and nine others asked
that Monroe street be graded from
Twelfth to Thirteenth street. The pc
tition was referred to the engineer and
The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1896-04-07

The agents of Sells & F'orepaugh' s
circus, which viii be in Topeka June IS
asked that the license fee be reduced
one half The fee is $3.50. The COmmu-
nication was referred to the committee
on license.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1896-12-11

The late Marquis de lang le Beauma-
noir was in his younger days famous a.
q duelist. One evening. meeting his
cousin. the Marquis du Hallays. in the
foyer of the Opera, he walked up tn him
and, in the course Of conversation. re-
marked:
"Isn't it odd. my dear Fellow, that.
quarrelsome as you and / are. we should
never have fought with one another"
That's true" replied Du Hallays.
"but that can always be remedied. "
And on the strength Of that, the two
cousins met in mortal combat on the
following morning, the encounter re-
sulting III the Marquis de PAngl Beau
MANOR having his right hand pierced by
bis adversary's rapier, which, while il
rendered "a continuance Of the fight i'm
possible, left the other hand free to
grasp that Of his cousin In undiminished
friendship moment afterward. On an
other occasion, when he was about to
fight duel in which he was entirely in
the right and his adversary in the wrong.
he suddenly discovered that his opponent
was perfect novice in workmanship.
and that he would, therefore. have him
completely at his mercy. So he strobe
up 10 him and, in the presence of 20 or
80 persons, presented the most courteous
and full apology. Almost dumfounded,
the latter inquired why the marquis
assumed such sn extraordinary course.
Because, " he returned, sit would real
ly be too unfortunate if / We're TO fight
with a mazette (greenhorn). And with
hat he made low bow and then turned
his back upon him. San Francisco Ar
gonaut.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1896-12-11
The Ctaheite Orange.

Among the many charming plants of
recent introduction the Otaheitc orange
Is most unique. With its dark, glossy,
green foliage alone, it is plant OF mn.
usual beauty, but when, in addition, il
loads itself with true fragrant orange
blossoms, followed by a profusion of
bright, miniature oranges, it constitutes
a beautiful specimen indeed IL is a
dwarf orange, and plant not more
than six inches high will bloom and
fruit in IL three inch pot. Ihave one not
more than 10 months old as thrifty as
an oak, blooming and fruiting in five
inch pot, and likely TO remain in its
present quarters for some time to come.
as 1t is far from being root bound IL
blooms most freely during winter, and
for this reason should be well and sym.
metrically grown during the summer
preceding. The blossoms are pure.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1896-12-11
Tho NurserY.

II the baby Of the house has graduated
from his crib and has bed all To himself
TN the nursery, and yet has not outgruwn
the habit of tumbling upon the floor
whenever his fancy dictates, here is sim.
pie suggestion to prevent his hurting his
small person seriously. Have carpenter
make a long, thin piLe board, about three
feet high. Cover this board with canton
flannel and place it in the side of the bed
which Is not against the wall 1t should
DIT snugly, and over it should be thrown
soft shawl or blanket In this why the
young person may roll and tumble about
at will and yet be unable to land upon the
door with hard bump.
1t should be every mothers duty to see
that the nursery is kept clean. Drapcrics
should be- avoided and much sunshine Is
necessary. a wood floor is preferable to
o carpet A large soft rug should cover it
almost entirely, but one which tan be
thoroughly aired and beaten at leas. twice
n week The bed or crib should De SO ar.
ranged that it escapes all drafts In the
fall days, when the weather changes so
suddenly, great care should be taken to
keep the nursery well ventilated and yet
free from drafts.
Every child needs systematic exercise.
A hobby horse is a sensible addition 20
any nursery, and the child should be oil
lowed 10 ride each day. Exercise in which
every portion of the body shares is most
beneficial. Calisthenic exercises nre TO be
highly recommended and when nccompa.
MED by music make pleasant diversios
for tho children.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1896-12-11
\ Plea for Rigid Economy.
Photographing y Mummy's Bones.

\ collector OF curios in Philadelphia
says he owes debt of gratitude 10 Prof
Roentgen. While travelling in Egypt
he surreptiously purchased what was
reputed to be the mummified hand of a
parsonage of rank, who flourished 5000
or 1000 years ago. The brown and
withered hand was looked upon as u
great prize by its possessor. who
brought it with no little pride TO this
country, with the idea of placing it in
a national museum. Cynical friends
pronounced the hand fake and the
general verdict was: ut is modern
makeup; it is only pitch. mixed with
pieces of refuse mummy cloth, with new
finger nails stuck in" Thus an element
of doubt was likely forever TO hover
about the relic, which was still regarded
as too valuable TO be dissected for ex-
animation. Keenly disappointed and
almost in despair. the traveller took ID
to an N-ray PHOTOGRAPHER and asked him
to make picture Of il. In few min
utes the sensitive plate showed the per-
'ect bones Of human hand TO the con-
founding Of the upbelieving critics and
10 the delight Of the owner of the
curious memento OF ancient civilization.
go Pittsburgh Dispatch.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1896-12-11
Miss XirYiniA Pone.

Miss Virginia Pope OF Buffalo, who has
won reputation as a window dresser,
tells how she introduced the habit Of ar.
ranging attractive candy windows in Eng.
land. She says that she found the confeo-
TONERS there had absolutely no idea OF
making tasteful display Of their goods.
In the sweotshops, as they are called, ="
she says, the windows usually contained
o great mass of cheap candy, which was
poured into IL as into a bin, 10 the height
Of or 9 feet. Then on the few shelves
above there were jars Of candy. The candy
in the bottom. however. was not changed
for months at Il time and you can imagine
how IL looked after the dust Of days had
settled upon il and the heat had partially
melted 1t. 1t was simply disgusting We
obtained beautiful shop, and | spared no
pains or money 20 make our windows as
beautiful as possible.
The pretty drapcries, fancy boxes brass
rays and artistic arrangement of our shop
to say nothing of the hard candies, chips
buttorcups and the like, were positive
revelation 10 the Londoners and they
locked to Us and bought us out over and
over again. OF course, l changed tho win
dow decorations every night, and found
the shutters with which they cover the
windows most convenient, as ] could see
my decorations reflected against them.
through the glass, as If in a mirror. One
day arranged the windows like those of
fishmonger, using papicr mache fishes
and Holsters and favors made 10 resemble
oysters and placing them all on marbled
oilcloth. Would you believe it, the display
was so natural that officers came in 10 ar.
rest us, saying that no fishmongcr's sho1
was permitted 10 be in Regent street. st
Louis Post Dispatch
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1896-12-11
Punished For Their wickednesa

The st. Andrews fishermen are sup
posed, no doubt enormously. to be less
venturous than others. A year or two
ago they retrieved their fame by very
gallant conduct in an unseaworthy life
boat. However. their marine neighbors
tell this tale:
Many years ago there was q violent
storm on 22d Of November. A wreck
came in; the fishers boarded it. found
some sailors still alive and "made six
ker" by drowning them. Then they
!. seized the cargo and fell in luck. The
anniversary, Nov. %, was a bright,
still. halcyon day, and tho blue bay was
covered with brown sails. Not one came
home to the rocky chink which does
duty as harbor A fierce storm arose.
and the fishing feet persisted. Conse-
quently new and more or less high
land colony, mainly of Chisholmes, came
in, and never were such good men as
the lost sailors of Fife. For long the IN
holy day of November was holiday.
nobody daring to so forth 70 sea.
Such is the legend, which may have
no historical basis In any case Fife
fishers and the east coast men generally
are considered TO be better in Il boat
than the west highland.rs, and Fife en-.
terprise and capital might have left us
a more prosperous isle Of Lewes. Lon.
ion News
A Wise Man.
"Bunkins, I guc5s, is about the smart
est man Of his years In this community"
'aid the citizen who observes.
Knows a great deal, does her"
"Knows a great deal? | should say so
Why, sir. that man knows almost as much
AS his l9-year-old daughter, who is In th.
Aigh school "--Washin3top Star.
4 Practical Joke.
Eumes OF the Gate theater in Paris
ore night played trick on Ro1main,
his fellow actor, which created no lit Q
amusement. In one Of the scenes il the
third act Of the ''Charbopniere. Rou.
main. after standing awhile in dumb
despair wi his hands to his face, sud-
,Galy turns toward the audience. dis
playing his pale. haggard features. To
produce ID degree of "pallidness" re-
CURED. Roumain carried in his pockets
4 Quantity Of white face powder. which
he rubbed on the palms Of his hands
when the proper time had arrived.
Now, Numes had secretly removed the
white powder and substituted a hand
,ul Of charcoal dust. You can imagine
the result. The spectators laughed til!
they were blue in the face But Rou-
main sw0re vengeance-dire vengeance
and some of these days we may ex
2ect to hear Of another pleasant even
ing" but Mt Numes expense this time
-Libre Parole. = = = .,..,.s. --s''
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1896-12-11
ChafinC Dish Outf1t,

A chatting dish outfit includes tie
dish itself. with stand and lamp,
-ound tray upon which the whole ar.
sangement stands, the alcohol fagon
whose long. curved spout permits the
llling of the lamp without removing
ire blaze, service dish with cover, all
L polished nickel. Two spoons are also
In the list, one large one, of nickel with
bony handle, a second smaller one If
Iacquered wood. Twelve dollars buys
he outfit. New York Times.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1896-12-11
Heart Disease Cured
By DR.. Miles Heart Cure.

Painting, Weak or Hungry Spells, Irregu-
lar or Intermittent Pulse, Fluttering or Pal
pitation, Choking Sensation, shortness OF
Breath, Swelling OF Feet and Ankles, are
symptoms OF a diseased or Weak Heart.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1896-12-11

& MUSKEGON R'Y
Nv Ashley for Detro'
at 1910 p. IN.
elise connections a.
made AT OwossO Junct
with all trains Of D.. &
II. & VI. R'y.
BEN. FLETCHER. T. =. :
Detroit. Mich
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1896-12-11

TOLEDO, SAGINAW
Leave Ashley.
$3.50 a. m. for Muskegon
1850 p. m. for Muskegon
JNo. W. LORD.
Traffic Man ger.
Detroit.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1896-12-11
d. Niles Pain PILLS stop Headache.

NEURALGIA cured by DR. Miles PAuS
PILLS. ~One cent "a dose" AZ all druggists
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1896-12-11

Nobody need have Neuralgia Get Or. Miles
Pain pills from druggists. "One cent "A dose
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1896-12-11

That Lame Back con be cured with
DIR. Miles NERVE PLASTER. only 2jc.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1896-12-11

All pain banished By Or. Miles Pain Pil!s
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1896-12-11

Stop suffering: Try Dr. Miles Pam Pills
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1896-12-11

Stop suffering! Try DR.. Miles Pain Pills
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1896-12-11
The Weather Bureau.

The weather bureau, now attached TO the
department of agriculture. has continued
to extend it's sphere Of usefulness, and by
an uninterrupted Improvement in the ac-
CUrGey of its forecasts has greatly in
crease rs efficiency as an aid and pro
lection 10 all whose occupations are re-
lated TO weather conditions
Omitting further reference to the opera
tons of the department, | commend the
seCrctary's report and the suggestions #
contains to the careful consideration OF
the congress.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1896-12-11
The Greenback should Go.

The terrible civil war which shook the
foundations OF our government more than
80 years ago brought in its train the de-
struction Of property, the wasting Of our
Country's substance and the enhancement
OF brethren. These are now past and for
gotten. Even tho distressing loss Of life
the conflict entailed Is but a sacred mem
Dry, which fosters patriotic sentiment and
keeps alive "A tender regard for those who
nobly died And vet There remains with
us to-day, In full strength and activity, as
an incident OF that tremendous struggle
feature OF IT'S financial necessities. not
only unsuited TO our present circumstances,
but manifestly disturbing menace 10
business security and an ever present
agent OF monetary distress. Because we
may be enjoying n temporary relief from
It's depressing influence. this should not
lull us into false security nor lead us 10
forget the audiences Of mast Visitations
am more convinced than ever that we
can have 70 assured financial peace and
- tety until the government curretcy OBJ
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1896-12-11
Use OF the Reserve Lawful.

To meet any such deficit we have in the
treasury, in addition to gold reserve or
SlC0,000,00, a surplus of more than sl2S'Wc, =
no aDplicable to the payment of the ex-
penses OF the government, and which must,
unless expended for that purpose, remain
a useless hoard, or. If not extravaganuy
wasted, must in any event be perverted
from tho purpose Of its eXaction from our
people. The payment. therefore, OF any de-
fciency In the revenue from this FUND is
nothing more than its proper and legiti-
M q
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1896-12-11

DR. Miles Nerve Plasters for Rheumatism.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1896-12-11

We cannot reasonably hope that our re-
cuperation from this business depression
will be sudden. but 1t has already set in
with a promise Of acceleration and continu-
ancc. | believe our present tariff law, II
allowed a fair opportunity, Will In the near
future Yield a revenue which. with reasona-
bly, economical expenditures, Will overcome
ali deficiencies In the meantime, no deficit
that has occurred or may occur need excite
or disturb us.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1896-12-11
The Owl Service.


The progress made in civil service re-
form furnishes cause for the utmost con-
pratula tiouS. 1t has survived tho doubt
of its friends as we'll as the rancor Of its
enemies, and las gained a permanent
place among the agencies destined to
cleanse cur politics aud TO improve, econ
omize ana elevate ;he public service. There
are now in the competitive ella Ssi!icd serv-
ace upward Of $1,000 places. More than half
OF those have been included from time 10
time since March 4 1888. \ most radical
aid sweeping extension was made by ex-
eoutiNe order dated the 9Th day Of May.
1896 And II fourth class postmastershlps
are not included in the statement. ii may
he said that rartica.ly all positions con-
templated by tho ciVil-s. rvice law are not
classified. Abundant reasons exist for
including these postTasterships, based up
on economy. improved service and the
peace and quiet OF !ghaorhOods. II,
however, obstacles prevent such action at
present. earnestly hope that congress
VIII, without increasing post office appro-
priatiOas, so al lust them TO permit IN
proper cases consolidation of these post
offices. 20 the end that through this proc
ess the result desired may TO a limited ex-
tent be accomplished
Must Not BE Offensive Partisans.
The civil service rules, as amended during
the last year provide for a sensible and
uniform method Of promotion, basing eli
glbiNty 10 better positions upon demon
strated efficiency and faithfulness The
absence OF nXed rules on this subject has
been an iniirmity In the system more and
iiiAA' Al'ItAi'ill as It's OtlltI DtIFllls nave
been better appreciated. The advantages
Of civil service methods in their business
aspects are too well understood 10 require
argument Their application has become
a necessity TO the executive work OF the
government But those who gain positions
through the operation Of these methods
should be made 10 understand that the non
partisan scheme through which they re-
ceive their appointments demands from
them, by way OF reciprocity, nonpartisan
and faithful performance OF duty under
every administration and cheerful fidelity
10 every chief. While they should be en-
couraC ed @ deceutly exercise their rights
OF citizenship and TO support through their
suffrages the political beliefs they honest
" profess, the noisy, pestilent and partisan
employe who loves political turmoil and
contention, or who renders lax and grudg-
ing service 10 the administration not rep
resenting his political views, should be
promptly and fearlessly dealt with I'm such
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1896-12-11
Shows "A Great Saving.

From the report of the secretary II ap-
pears that through careful and prudent
financial management he has annually
saved a large sum from his appropriations.
aggregating during his incumOcncy and up
to the close Of the present fiscal year near
~ one-fifth Of the entire amount appro-
priated. These results have been accom-
plished by a conscientious study OF the
real needs Of the farmer and such regard
for economy as the genuine farmer ought
to appreciate supplemented by rigid ad-
herence TO civil service methods In depart
mcnt which should be conducted In the In
forest of agriculture instead or partisan
notifies,