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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1896
Page
3
A fragmentary account claims an all female city government in Bliis with a woman mayor and council, alleging a sharp political clash between factions and naming several officials and observers. The text mixes turbulent social change with courtly intrigue and recounts accusations against Annie Lamborn and a detective, alongside other local events and weather notes.
A Kansas City Goodland embezzlement case nets Barlow and brother, once prominent Sherman county figures. The former cashier allegedly stole 31200 from a trustful creditor. Follow up includes locations in Kansas City, Goodland, and Coxey as investigations proceed.
Old Forest City Team to contest with a veteran 72 year old umpire. The piece centers on the Forest City cradle of base ball, with notes on special entertainment at Rockford and lineups featuring players like Wright’s Gus ar, Hoykford, and many listed names. It describes crowds, events, and the local emphasis on old-time baseball lore, including announcements of logos, prizes, and park activities.
A two year old colt names Osmon dies owner Me Wah, the American born progeny of Ormonie, draws strong interest in upcoming races. Overtop, sired by Musthillioe, carries 109 pounds and is likely to be ridden by Suihes Shiletche Hete as he debuts in prominent two year old events. The Kansas City Sun Flower team arranges a trio of matches with Leavenworth and Southwestern Minnesota clubs while amateur conchestands join a regional meet.
Independence April 10 reports on upcoming baseball plans and community sports events. mentions Raven and the Heats team, boxing preparations, and track performances. Also notes Reno sale, Lindsey buying back Reno, and Portscott Arch Faven Porbilinker with club details.
A clerk named Ein was shot in the breast by ten masked robbers in a theater he entered with another. The assailants demanded money and fled after the shooting, leaving Ein fatally wounded. Police sought capture as witnesses described the hold up and escape.
Capt Booth and Rew Chief Clerk voted for the State House in 1867. Booth will not move his family to Toyeks, citing school and business ties. He plans frequent trips to Larned to supervise business and notes his earlier vote for the building foundations despite a winter setback. He served in the House in 1871 and 1874 and led Republican efforts in the 1859 state convention.
Virginia court opinion bars women from holding public office or school trusteeships. Gov Overtall and Attorney General say there is no woman suffrage in Virginia, barring Mrs Ruechy and other female candidates from public positions.
Topeka Grain and Stock Exchange survey covers rye, hay, butter, and wheat trends. It notes wheat volatility with signals from Chicago Minneapolis and New York markets, discusses government crop reports and winter wheat prospects, and mentions prices and receipts across major fronts.
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