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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1896
Page
5
The report cites Governor Humphrey voicing optimism that Morrill may be absorbed by the political landscape once more. He argues the opposition in the legislature remains limited and predicts no significant challenge to the coalition's strength this session.
A garbled local notice item previews P. P Eller driving a political push for the so called Soow faction with his paper P. Eller. Mentions Governor Blinste and a Franklin County setting. Notes readings of public lectures and public notices at 412 Kansas Avenue and 415 W. Digath Ave. Includes an August or April date and small ad blurbs for events and products.
The county auditor’s July audit prompts Judge Hazen to discharge eleven of twenty four jurors for the district court. The action saves the county 322 a day, as jurors receive daily attendance fees. No new jurors will be added to the panel.
Fragmented report recounts a chaotic scene with erratic quotes about a parade and community events. It mentions the Commercial club, the Committee of Eighteen, and various local personalities amid garbled text and unrelated observations.
Cattlemen press for lower freight rates as witnesses cross exam railroad officials. Testimony shows freight charges rose with new schedules, and shippers claim deficits in old and new rate structures. Experts cite per car increases, weight and capacity issues, and questions on a supposed rail monopoly.
Fragmented OCR reports a plan involving Brigadier Kepel and Amelen of the Seivattin arms. telegram loan to Mrs Booth-Packer hints arrival in California in April. Widened determination to visit California linked to counterfeiting fears tied to Mrs Bal-Uagion Booth’s recent visit to the Pacific fogat, with Ayers Sarsuparilio touted as a vitality remedy.
In Cleveland in April 1890, Robert G Ingersoll visits amid Christian Endeavor and Salvation Army events. He reports a 1504 penny offering for life and notes Christians growing more civilized, while skeptical about prayer as a force for change and condemns military appearance in society.
A detailed notice of the wedding of Engineer Henry G. Rust of the Santa Fe and Mine Jennie Benthall of this city. The ceremony took place at 108 East Sapattie Street noon yesterday with Rev. W. K. Berry officiating. Family and close friends attended as the couple began their married life.
AP reports bondholders insist Atlantic and Pacific will not run as an independent line. A tour by officers of the Atlantic and Pacific to inspect assets occurred, with plans to continue under contract. E M Bullard promoted, transferring to Hidalgo county post, and chief clock duties moved to the Pittsburg Cont and Sthaine company.
United States Commercial Agent Moore reports in Weimar that German tobacco use averages over three pounds per capita. The figure, drawn from measurements, highlights rising consumption in Germany as cited in April records.
In Dows Iowa area the district faced a cyclone that swept the region causing damage to school buildings and prompting orders for safety. Officials assessed impacts on pupils and staff, with state authorities reviewing measures to prevent future harm and protect schools.
An ex Harvard graduate and brother of a New York merchant faces arrest in Portland after dissipating a fortune of about 100000 dollars over months. He served with a cavalry troop at Boise and is believed detained in the city amid other local notices and advertisements.
In a courtroom exchange a lawyer claims he only hurled Dests rather than Laney’s Railway Digest as a defence. The judge admonishes, while the offended party seeks mitigation for the contempt. The scene reflects heated dispute over offensive weaponry in legal proceedings and a vivid dose of courtroom irony.
A fragmented line from a newspaper page shows playful banter about age and a promised piece of candy. The garbled text includes names or nicknames and hints at a childish game or cartoonish quip. No clear event or date is discernible.
A fragmented ad lists numerous canned goods and staples with prices and brands, claiming affordable sale terms. Items include Anderson’s Jams Curtis Bros jars, sardines, Mustard Sardines, Early June Peas, Blackberries, Apples, Tomatoes, Corn, and various evaporated fruits. It also mentions tobacco, lard, oats, beans, soap, pickles, catsup, corn meal, and potatoes, indicative of a general groceries promotion. The copy emphasizes low rents and immense business as context for the sale.
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