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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Apr 02, 1896

Page

3

Easter Flag Unfurled in Memorial Service Plan

Easter morning ceremony to mark the resurrection with a large American flag raised by Hugh Cameron and aaddress by Cameron to the crowd. Central to the service are the themes of Christ over the grave and a public commemoration at West Literice, with plans for a patriotic display and a later general service in the city.

Lawrence Rau Apel Hugh Cameron Uoual Asantania Jesus Ebi At & Reed Ieee

Destruction and funerals mark eerie Rural disaster account

Fragmented account recounts a riverine disaster with scenes of flooding and submersion. It notes Ramasi Cooper followed to his grave by over 100 mourners and details a funeral at Portia, listing survivors and community reactions.

Ramasi Cooper West Tiemrramit Aramarics- Bie Ramtec William Ste Anneles Rohis Witt Abeir

Fragmentary notes on El Dorado and sheep industry terms

Scattered phrases mention Eldorado Gratt Bra Lisned and a number of sheep. References to US Mucueme and Alison years of experience in sheep reining and wool sheep making appear as garbled notes.

Hult Alison

Hotel Caugentures and a Boston Bank Graft Tale

A garbled report describes a lodging house scheme and a bank graft tied to Boston and sponsors from Leavenworth. Names like Parsons and the National appear amid confused details of a draft and travel for a manufacturing company.

Leavesworth Boston Mangelog Walia Parsons Cates Johre Manufacturing Company Bastery Unalers Electrimal Paherton Yale

Leavenworth Landmark Destroyed by Fire in April blaze

Old landmark in Leavenworth burned in an April fire that covered multiple structures including a loan office and nearby homes. Investigators report the blaze started in a street area, with flames spreading rapidly, and the site may be rebuilt. Local residents recall its long-standing role in the community.

Staunch Farm Campaign Weathered by Sharp Weather

A fragmented early 20th century dispatch reports on farm storage and market activity amid tense local politics. It notes crop and seed concerns, capital figures, and leadership names in a rural district, with calls to rally support and adjust procedures for seed, storage, and distribution.

Fragmented Notice Text From Obscure Legal Filing

A garbled OCR fragment references a legal or administrative filing with unclear names and dates. It mentions parties or officials in a formal context and notes an email or posting by a government or organizational entity.

Admitted to Bail in Frazier Murder Case

In Wellington a man named Sam Barner, of Palestine township, faces robbery charges after selling a min at Owen and plotting to hide money. The court proceeding continues with bond posted as witnesses testify about robberies and a suspect’s movements.

Frazier Sedan Enscurpiin Willem Justine John Wellington Weltington Sam Barner Palestine Salites Venir

Suit Brought Against the Bailout A Country Boy Investigated into a Crap Game

A report from Leavenworth details a country boy involved in a crap game with stakes and fraud claims. The article notes home mortgages and farm operations linking a farming settlement push to broader financial troubles, including a court action over a $55 incident and perceived secured debts.

Pure Seat Juran Hoyle Youne Leavenworth Kovet Ite

Editor vows to rein in journalism at Augusta Journal

Fragmented note shows editor promising tighter control over the Augusta Journal content. References to corrections, editorial stance, and ongoing disputes hint at disputes with staff and publishers while indicating legal concerns and attempts to stabilize reporting.

Augusta Journal Augista Aurita Augusta Jagritab Bern Breysurette Kurta Cady Carty

Ex President Reg at Fifth Avenue Event Amid Party Ties

The report notes Harrison Tin New York reg at Fifth Avenue where Ex-President and party attend a gathering. Officials pledge party unity while details about speeches and attendees remain unclear in the damaged text.

Water front blaze in Brunswick wipes out property lines

Fire erupts on the Brunswick waterfront and rages beyond control across shoreline properties. Reports describe widespread damage to structures and coastal facilities as crews battle the blaze, with efforts focused on containment and preventing spread to adjacent parcels.

Brunswick Ariel Hrapawicks Ubon

Auditor Gillette to Stay on as Santa Ee Auditor May First

Fragmented report states Auditor Gillette will continue in charge of the Santa Fe road recounting department through May first. The article mixes unrelated dining, ice sculpture, fur seals, and stray social notes, but the core fact is Gillette remaining as General Auditor to oversee the recounting work during staff transitions.

Gillette Santa Ee Fanta Fe Succarue Gjrilen Gillete Dinser Urramtine Mimiheilon New York Ser California San Francisco Suiro Museum Golden Gate Park St Paul St Thomas Islands Attaka Tacoma Wash

Topeka Marksmen Clash In Uncertain Exhibition Match

A scrambled, barely readable report from Topeka and Leavenworth mentions the Topeka Marksmen in a tense exchange over recent sportsmanship. Names like Grover and Sexton appear amid jagged phrases about a match that could yet yield an decisive result if arrangements improve.

Beshitts Fast Time On Wheel In Open Mile Race

Reports say Beshitts rode a mile on wheel in 26 3.5 at York, with A C Neenitt aiding Oxford University crew in a high speed course. A time near 1 minute 25 3-1 seconds is claimed, measured by expert timers. Debate continues over the record and equipment used, with Muller challenging Powell.

Sete York Asminndt A. C. Neenitt Eipense Oxford Nealitti E Pertymminie Ahly Wewleetia Ware Caukalldy Siort Diehl Powell

Two Fancy Trick Riders to Contest in Topeka

In Topeka on July 4 the Two Fancy Trick Riders will showcase stunts and wrestling today. Powell and others from AMAA will perform, with additional acts by Liget and Gasterate Bee, aiming for a strong showing at the Hamilton Ball tonight.

Topeka Topelehein Wittens Tren Powell Chan Teres Fly AMAA Tehiey Akesirpeteed Mill of Sitiae Mand Bute Remelpta Powell Hamilton Ball Timmstron Capain Lanbey Sis Cuierehedt Wadie Watts Joe Meldering Hun Yotunkman Stotty Kane

Rich Brace Prizes And Tidal Stakes At Sheepshead Bay

April events at Sheepshead Bay New York announce Rich Brace Prizes and tidal stakes for a feature race meeting. The club plans opening May 23 after a 20 day prep period as schedules and betting rules shape competition. Also noted are jockey club preparations and pennant stakes between Baltimore and Cleveland amid spring races and results.

Sheepshead Bay Mew Coney the Tand Gookey Club America

Cleveland Wins Hot Springs Pennant Battle

Chaos of early season play described as Cleveland and Pittsburgh in pennant race. Grannan dominates bets and winnings amid local betting pools. Fishing note warns against Black Bass catching. Breitenstein and Cooley head south as Browns’ strength falters with unclear lineup shifts.

Clevelands Hot Springs Ulack Cooley Breitenstein A. Lonle

Still Chilly Weather Amid Busy State News in Kansas

Still chilly conditions persist as a gusty cold front lingers. The State Journal reports on weather expectations, local business reorganizations in Topeka, irrigation plans at Jetmore, an accident injuring a deputy, and Easter holiday closings. Officials note bank reorganizations and futures for Sherman County bank, with notes on forger Charles A. Conwell and the Saline company’s heavy machinery ambitions.

Never Let Co Signs Rochefort Statement On War

A Paris sourced European edition of the Herald prints a signed statement attributed to M. Henri Rochefort. The document discusses British policy, Egypt, the Suez region, and European diplomatic aims, asserting Britain will defend its interests while urging continued negotiation and restraint amid tensions.

New York Herald Paris Dinkine Briteby Eymeustian Europe France Hinds London Uni Alvin Sogland Tara Hunter Peesitations Fur Elie Aulie Bhemmarcis Emaand Dongola Tom Tedek

Insane Woman Tries Train Jump at Tecumseh

Mrs Margaret Miller sixty an insane woman traveling with husband and daughter on the Santa Fe train No 5 from Illinois to Newton Kansas attempts to jump from the rear of a car near Tecumseh. A brakeman prevents the jump and she is seated again. At Topeka she is given medicine by “she doctor” Pat Shennas. Frost last night harms spring garden crops. Several short notices follow about local business and people including Pat Shennas and Jones Commission Company.

Tecumseh Mergaret Miller Compacy Illinois Newton Ana Topeka Fecussel Mra Miller Depot Pat Shennas Pat Patiest

NOT BROTHERLY. Fraternal Aid Sued for 60 000 in Murder Case

City paper reports a Fraternal Aid group sued for sixty thousand dollars after accusing Frank Cutts of murder. The allegation centers on alleged wrongful acts tied to initiation into a local council. Dr Abdeial is noted as a practitioner of twenty years.

Abdeial Wletan Ture

Todays Market Report Summary

Market report from Chicago and Kansas City markets with wheat and other grain activity. Opens quiet while May futures show slight shifts. livestock and produce sections note receipts, prices, and declines. Overall week focuses on price movement, demand signals, and regional commodity activity.

Chicago Market Letter Grain Trends Highlight Prairie Prices

A Topeka driven market letter discusses Chicago grain activity and nearby futures. It notes price movements, harvest timing, and regional signals for corn and wheat, with mentions of shipments, supply conditions, and auction dynamics affecting values.

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