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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Apr 11, 1896

Page

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Waller Languishes In French Prisons On Guardship Rumors

An anxious appeal from Waller for his wife and children surfaces as he claims harsh, tainted treatment aboard guardships in French captivity. He says conditions in the prison system and quarantine releases worsened his health, while family turmoil and political entanglements heighten his distress amid inconsistent reports from Baltimore and New York.

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Gould and Bulent in a Riverside Court Scene

Fragmented OCR describes a sensational case involving Gould and Bulent with mentions of a check for 3.0 million, Wells fall, St Laury, and a sequence of names including Zella Nicolay and Rehma Diewart. The garbled text references trials, signals of accusations, and a pursuit with overturned windows.

Georgs Goull Zella Nicolay AL Bulent Gil Geo. Gould Jhiy Gould St Laury Benicar Hella Sr Gould Merning Rehma Diewart Hasine Frankwer Willy Rykelier Hunt Gould Donre

Kingman Bond Controversy Over State Treasurer’s Claim

A garbled report notes a bond matter involving Kingman and a state treasurer figure, referencing six thousand eighty dollars tied to mending bonds of a county and a local school, with mentions of a suit and a payment dispute. The text is unclear but implies financial contention and a court action.

Fragmentary 19th Century Caption of Prison and Fraud

An OCR fragment describes a gang sweep linked to Governor Morrill and an auditor catching a scheme. It mentions a defendery urination incident, a penitentiary director, and printing work by a convict. The text is garbled but implies a fraud or fraud-related conviction and a voucher for a transaction.

Public safety items dominate city meeting notes

Fragmentary notes show discussions of public safety priorities. References mention Milwaukee figures, votes, and a focus on practical measures over sweeping reform. The legwork emphasizes tangible outcomes and orderly process rather than rhetoric.

Pullman Invests in a Gold Mine and Solder Place

Fragmented OCR text notes investments in a gold mine and various entities. Mentions Celorado City sede and Solder Pleese county with a dubious sum and scattered phrases about prices and places. No clear names, dates, or outcomes.

Pullman Ina Cetorade Sprites Glens Eeneenio Gvorse Syuken Tor Celorado City Solder Pleese Couniy Alphy

Supreme Court Acts in Texan Cattle Case Verdict for Damages

The Supreme Court today affirmed a district court award of over 3000 damages to cattlemen after a railway dispute over cattle transportation and unloading. The decision favors Kansas and Texas cattlemen led by Chas. J. Lantry of Shaw City, with Hosier Bros. bringing cattle into Lyon and adjoining counties. The case involved nearly 35 cattle outfits and resulted in a verdict exceeding 350000 for the plaintiffs against the railroad.

Supreme Court Lyon Chas J. Lantry Shup City Hosier Bros Tvor United States Vetionee Jawa Railread Husks Diferenity

Diamond Thief Enderson Nabbed In Courtroom Chaos

Fragmented report describes Enderson, accused of diamond theft from Georgy Stansford, brought before Justice Furry after street chase. Police, including Constable Fret Shapesteeet, escort him to jail as dramatic testimony and strained camera evidence unfold at Throop hotel and county court.

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Forger Pardoned After Governor Grants Clemency

A governor pardons a man once sentenced for a crime tied to a courtroom dispute and an oil company. The pardon follows a board of pardons recommendation, with the attorney general and judge noted in the record. The father of the young man recently died, and the case involves lingering questions about the sentence.

Wes C. C. Hunt Norton Ana St Norton Nagin Mas Wolmyrul Portalis Judas Bin Oglints Attarniy Board of Pardons

Gard of Thanks Expresses Heartfelt Gratitude After Loss

A widow extends sincere thanks to many friends who showed kindness and sympathy during the illness and death of their wife. The note expresses appreciation for support and comfort received in a difficult time.

Tryewife

Joints Shut By Police Board Across Topeka

The Topeka board of police commissioners ordered the closure of multiple joints for weeks amid protests and confusion. Officers cited enforcement but provided no clear explanations, and several proprietors prepared to challenge the closures as officials inspect operations and assess legality.

State Journal building contract awarded and plans unveiled

The contract for the new State Journal Building was awarded at Topeka with Mitchell Heery as the lowest bidder at 367,1100. The two story brick and terra cotta structure with basement will front Kansas Avenue and Eighth Street, housing the newspaper offices on the upper floors and storage on the lower, with work starting immediately under architect H M Hadley.

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Trial of Marcus Lowe for attempt to murder Reed in fair grounds

The district court trial details Lowe facing charges of intent to kill George W Reed Jr at the fair grounds on September 27. The prosecutor rested after testimony on the deadly assault, the defense contested the weapon and sequence, and witnesses described a fight near a tent where Lowe drew a revolver but did not fire, as Reed pursued with a raised fist and a pistol gesture. Lowe’s wife and two daughters sat nearby as the trial continued with emotional testimony and defense questions about who started the confrontation.

George W. Reed, Jr Marcus BE. Lowe Hitent Geer W. Reed Ignis Fair Grounds Lowe Keel Harry Alexander Reed Enwe

Mission from Hoboken Priests to conduct service

Two Catholic priests from Hoboken plan a three week mission at the Church of the Assumption on West High Street. Father Michael and Father Boniface will begin dawn prayers at 5 a.m. and hold daily services with rosary and sermon at 7 p.m. Also scheduled are Sunday to Tuesday gatherings at 3 p.m. A note praises Sweet Moments cigarettes.

Hoboken Elit Cormerce Chitlin

Mort's Track: The Popgun Politician Faces Seed Award Trouble

The Popgun Politician in the Agricultural Department is in further trouble over the seed award. Sources describe ongoing conflict and political maneuvering surrounding the decision and its repercussions for the department. The controversy centers on potential improprieties in awarding seeds to certain vendors and the role of key figures in the process. Details remain developing as officials propose inquiries and potential reforms.

Secretary Morton Accused in Seed Bid Dispute

Washington dispatch alleges Secretary Morton refused a seed firm bid after the firm urged passage of a seed resolution. The article details alleged pressure by department officials, bids opened as required by law, and proposed payments to firms for revealing seed purity and germination data amid controversy.

Washington Tiresien, Goodwin & Co Morton Vermont Att Wadsworth House Utat Dubey Matchine Company Webusy Serritory Famhery Vericultural Department Murton Shuktor Pravties Eige Tve Wadsworth Procter DL Landheth & Oy Philadelphia Mose St. Paw Mint Lanett Commons Bechetary Morin Dior

Tillman Speech Draws Silverites in Kentucky

A fragmented report notes Tillman addressing Silverites from central Kentucky to Lexington. The scene mentions Beauvoir and a stirring audience as he campaigns for reform, with references to Beulah and the political mood in the area.

Gentral Kentucky Lexjeeton Beuawr Tillman Seanite Murofine Pereeers

Gaines Case Delayed Over Supreme Court Consideration

The Gaines affair centers on whether the ex policeman will appeal to the Supreme Court. Details mention a judge, actions by Providence County officials, and a potential sentence tied to the killing of Albert Cruger. The article notes questions about loyalty and the ex officer's future, with references to his past service and possible penalties.

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Dedication marks reception with decorations and crowds

The event featured fées Bowers and plants decorating the court area. Visitors toured the building as the national colors adorned it. An elevator operated for the first time. Judge Hazen adjourned the court at noon for a reception.

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Bond Buyer Action Threatens Bridge Sale Enjoined

Attorneys from Dietz Denison Pryor Cleveland bond firms and the county clash over a Kansas River bridge contract in Shawnee County It centers on whether the county can proceed with selling bonds and paying a Detroit firm Keepers and Thacher to build the bridge while bond buyers seek to block the sale through legal action The dispute involves Attorney General Dawes and County Attorney Safford with threats of injunctions and delays tied to accrued interest and payment terms

Coun Williame Bir Williams Deitz Bening Kansas Board of County Keepers & Thacher Detroit Minh Keepers & Tha Mondip Deine Denition & Pryor A. E. Willamey Dawes Shawnee

Meade Given Five Year Term After Extradition Fight

The Supreme Court today affirmed a conviction against Meade for obtaining money under false pretenses after extradition from New Britain. His lawyers argued the extradition papers were unclear, but the court rejected the claim and Meade will serve five years in the state penitentiary at Lartsburg.

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Fire Insurance Tax and City Relief Fund Decision

Supt Anthony Hes comments on fire insurance tax release funds totaling 15 170 for relief of indigent firemen and widows. Mayor and council dispute method with supreme court looming, aims to fund permanent relief and aid for dependent families. Augustus Lindenschmidt of 14 Popeke avenue dies at 34. burial planned tomorrow. Subscribe for the STATS JOURNAL.

Anthony Hes Caltelite Kaaba Supidintensens Et Tsuran Seneany Supreme Court Ane Perenent Lindenachmidt Augustus Lindenschmidt Popeke Avenue Perevie City Iron Works Jackson Street

Trains Carry Botel Men To New York Event

A chaotic pageant describes hotel men traveling by rail to a big gathering in New York. Special trains from Topeka and Los Angeles carried large groups, with a New York train noted as the longest. The event aimed to support the Hotel Mutual Benefit association and featured impressive crowds, performances, and fundraising efforts totaling about 3250 per individual.

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Ragged Riley Family Tied to Murky Local Incident

A fragmented report describes the Ragged Riley family and associates involved in a troubling local event. Names such as Piers Nall and Jarret Coughlin appear amid chaotic detail, with mentions of a late girl run over and an unidentified suspect. No arrest reported.

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