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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1896
Page
1
The eastern storm devastates towns from Jacksonville to Savannah with widespread destruction. Officials report many fatalities and missing persons as winds topple trees, wreck buildings, and disrupt life across multiple counties and cities.
A battered Tybee Island reports structural damage including the lighthouse keeper’s arrival and lightship impact. The pavilion and related structures suffered fire and wind damage. cottages escaped with minor injuries as waterworks and a railroad trestle near the light cause were compromised. The scene is tied to a Republican state convention discussion and contested electoral activity.
Still firm as Leadyville strikers vow to extend the fight indefinitely. The Glan City Moners union voted to continue debt payments for one form wages of 30 per day for miners. Two hundred members withdrew to seek work elsewhere as operators prepare for extended mining stoppage with expected heavy military presence.
The Bryan party traveled from Graf ton to Channestug West Virginia, where two speeches were delivered at a hotel balcony and at the fair grounds. Bryan faced a brief subpoena issue over a pickpocket arrest before a magistrate and then spoke to a few hundred from the Traiere hotel balcony and the fair grounds, drawing enthusiastic cheers before departing for Parkersburg.
A blast at Yenikapéu quarter sparks a cordon of troops around the Turkish area as authorities anticipate a military move linked to arrests of opponents against the regime. Also reports three others killed in separate incidents include a duel in Snelby county and a large Milwaukee fire damaging multiple clothing and crockery stores.
The Massachusetts Republican state convention in Boston nominated electors and state officers. Ex-Governor J. A. Drackett and W. H. Hail of Springfield were designated virtual at large. Roger Wolcott was unanimously named for governor. Platform condemned the Chicago plank on currency and tariffs and urged a conservative financial program to reduce national debt and protect American industries and workers.
Reports from Topeka and nearby towns describe federal generals entering Kansas from Nebraska with ceremonies and parades. Crowds, including thousands of schoolchildren, welcomed them at depot sites as speeches supported the St Louis platform. The reception featured showers of flowers and cheers for leaders like Howard and Ingalls.
A campaign speech by Senator-elect hopeful Foraker is announced for October at Bechevilie. The event includes a briefing and routes, with attendees urged to gather by 7:30 PM. The schedule notes arrival and the delivery of addresses in the afternoon and evening.
General Miles A. Mules, commander of the U S Army, narrowly escaped death when his vehicle hit a bluff on a hill from Cliff Howse to the ocean beach. Cal Amosa Kimball and W H McKittrick dragged him free to stop the horses from bolting down the slope. The incident followed a court appeal reversing a murder verdict in another case. A four day old baby died from a self-inflicted heart wound in Cano.
A devastating two- train collision near Pajlava, Virginia? shows two railcars torn apart with corpses found in wreckage. fires destroy a music hall and many injured, with little clear detail. Prohibitionists in Kansas nominate Rev J E Brant for governor at a state convention in Fort Scott, while Kansas Firemen elect officers and award prizes at Topeka meet.
In Beatrixes Oct 1 the state marked its semi centennial with a parade and a large gathering of about 20,000 people led by Governor Drake and staff. A grandstand collapsed injuring many, including county treasurer Burros and city clerk Fred L. Boor. Vice President Stevenson and Governor Drake escaped serious harm as the crowd panicked and the structure collapsed amid cheers and excitement. Several ex governors and other officials were present. no fatalities were reported.
A SouthOrE op Ealor Dee endorses Bryan and Sewall and the full Democratic ticket, criticizes populist ties to Wat on and Dr. G. B. Crowe, notes inspectors seeking a defaulter postmaster Moses Howell, and reports on other varied items including a Topeka Veterans Day parade and rebuilding efforts after a storm.
A Kansas City man unveiled a gasoline powered democrat wagon built entirely in Kansas City by John E Midon. The contraption weighs about 1000 pounds, runs at 18 miles per hour, and uses an undercarriage engine with a chain and sprocket drive. It drew a crowd for its novelty on yesterday’s streets.
Market reports from Curaneo and Kansas City dated Oct 1 show receipts and prices across categories. Wheat and corn futures details, cattle and hog receipts, steady to stronger demand, and notable prices for sheep and lambs.
In Tamnas Cire on Oct 1 market notes show price changes across grains and dairy. Wheat futures gain modestly with No 2 red 207072 and No 2 white 20 204 data. creamery products rise about 4 cents while dairy ranges from 9 to 12 cents.
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