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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Apr 13, 1896

Page

5

Impertinent Letter to Commissioners Over Bridge Bonds

A quar terly report by County Auditor W Fagen dominates a board session on the bridge bond issue. Attorneys seek clarity on bond amounts and legal validity amid pressure from local firms and bond dealers. The letter argues threats to withdraw bonds if terms change, while officials debate hundreds of thousands in sums and potential costs.

County Audicor Board of County Commissioners Waa Williams Nomie Dieta Detson & Pryor Witantine Cleveland Watts Ugur Koptre Thacher Nave Tepe Grist Tyre Lelebo

Prolonged Dretbund Moves to Prolong Dreihland Study

Paris reports from Vouice reference Emberor Villar and Wing Burtbert as authorities. A fresh expedition is commissioned amid confluence of political factions and a stated intent to probe NeCoatons with a framing involving Pellae and Gefetielge.

Paris Vouice Emberor Villar Wing Burtbert Abe Taitke Acute Bisther Kit Hurubert

Bomb or Hoax Frightens Theodore Roosevelt at Home

A crude post poste marked redicive and bearing crude threats was delivered to Theodore Roosevelt at his home. Police traced the improvised device to a disordered factory of a bagged attacker. The bomb, wrapped with cloth and cracker, caused no fatal damage though it appeared to aim at Roosevelt. Police investigated potential motives and the possibility of a broader plot.

Theodore Roosevelt New York Theodore Housevelt Greeme Eemary Ira Emiloyes Tim Post Marti Rees

Escaped Missouri murderer believed in Kansas City visit

A man thought to be George Taylor, the Missouri escapee, checked into Grand Central Hotel in Kansas City and left at 4:30. Officials offer a $40 reward for Taylor’s arrest after he was taken into custody at the Santa Fe depot and questioned but remained silent.

Peabody Bankes City George Taylor Grand Central Taylor Nemoth Ms Pombe Tara Sinsme Menner Tuniliord Sollee Leon Santa Fe Legras Emporis

Snow Plows Halt April Trains Across Raton Range

Snow blocked Santa Fe trains and limited eastbound routes through the Raton Pass. Severe winter storms disrupted service from Colorado to New Mexico with several trains delayed or rerouted. Drivers faced slick highways as meteorologists warned of continuing cold, wind, and precipitation across the region.

Senta Fe Raton Setierest Blizsard Colorado Jco Kersee Nebraska Tepeks Wileninic Taten Mountwion Eterni Asa California Leahigh Saturn Hay Trindad Chicago Los An- Feitay Poar Taday Ure Raton Mountiina Uhrom Huang Tett Puerta Denver Armatel Ahrotieh Crom Sud Ues Biporia Hutchinson Bravich Eres Fairburg Philipsburg

Excursion Via Pacific Railway Advertisement

Train excursion details list stations in Arkansas and Kansas with contact for information. For travelers, nearest agent is in St Louis. Typos obscure full names and places, but promotion invites inquiry about travel options and schedules.

Mie Pacific Railway Kanems Arkansas

Mes, Matson's Murder Cost Taxpayers Big Sum

County Auditor Pagan reports to commissioners on two trials of Frank Nevela for the murder of Mrs Aletaen best. Roundly $1,800 in costs cited plus witness fees. Grand jury wrangling allegedly tallied $5,840, with twelve days and pay details for jurors and others.

Pagan Nevela Aletaen

Reed case timeline shifts as defense portrays Reed

Court adjourned for a courthouse opening reception and jurors were told the defendant B E Gene is a dangerous man who has pulled revolvers in the past. Reed’s backers rebutted by arguing the young man possesses a strong heart and fair temper, while officials noted the case may delay beyond this evening.

B. E. Gene Ausault George W. Reed District Court Court House Lowe Red A. A. Vance Tillotson Reed Mane Aunrrel

Birthday of Jefferson at Monticello celebrates third anniversary

Washington April 13 Near Charlottesville Monticello holds a birthday observance for Thomas Jefferson on the third anniversary. Vice President Stevenson Poetaster General Willon and others attend. Exercises begin at dawn in front of the Jefferson homestead with speeches from notable attendees.

Washington Monticelio Chiartuusville Thomas Jeferson Tony Stevenson Willon Oi Aierte Atorney Ee Harmen Petary Morton Charlottesville Jefferson Homestead

Death Toll Soars In Chicago Amid Epidemic Panic

Reports from Chicago describe a wave of suicides and accidental deaths as a public health crisis grows. Victims include Hertha Eckert and an unidentified infant, with several cases linked to intoxication and poisoning. A dynamite explosion near a local Eagle Beer store is also noted, causing panic among residents.

Chicago Sirdar Barmey Revelpes Hertha Eckert Nally Bueane O'Treatke

Unclear regional notice from Topeka man and family

Incoherent OCR text from North Topeka describes an event involving Geer Janes and Trett, with references to a Sunday visit plan and a family dispute. The fragment mentions warnings, a possible incident on Main Street, a guilty plea, and a potential five year outcome in a distant city.

Geer Janes North Topeka Warn Trett Raneus

Imported Talent Solves Appointment of Ells County Detective

A man from Ells County named Andi Balt is sworn in as a police detective. He will serve in Topeka with night patrols and is described as lacking prior investigative experience. The hall is Republican and questions arise about why he was chosen for detective work.

Ells County Andi Balt Havaeias Courskin Elly Harley Ftoliiday Andale Reoleers Hall Topeka Sontmiseioours Coomakin Oras Gy Tin Gun Club J. Goode Selin T. Guy Creular Tscoully Ransaé Georgia Govreines Ammerick Dtu Boyce Wallace Raat Wallace Arneth Atte Fife Uel Buerhynes Milleer Aepattiemy County Wyandalte

Taylor Stall At Carrollton Over Murder Charge

Mclean County paper reports George Taylor, one of the brothers, held on charge of murder in the Meeks death. Authorities plan to transport him to Hanses City for safekeeping after a Carrollton mil confrontation.

Carrollton George Taylor Meeks Trinity Carrolton Erie Stanley Tord Hanses City Taylor

Diamond around mystery in county case ends with sheriff

In a cloudy county incident Bir Lew Blackmen competes over a diamond found at RB Anderson. George Bransfeld’s sparker at the dorshe is cited by Anderson’s attorney Dow Mul vane. Coroner Werner Reid seizes the gem but later returns it. Sheriff Wepley recovers possession after a tense waiting period.

Lew Blackmen Anderson George Bransfeld Dorshe Dow. Mulvane Anil Werner Reid Hinckman Coconer Holm Avickinas Enderson

Washington avoids visit as Japanese commander meets

In a dispatch dated April 19, Washington rejects a planned meeting with Count Yurmagim, field marshal of Japan who led victories in the Japan China war. The American delegation returns from the front with reports of heavy losses and retreat by enemy forces after recent clashes.

Washington Aneneten Hurine Jaan New York Yurmagim Japan Waestington

City council meets as winter notes and rumors swirl

Local report describes a busy Topeka scene with council tonight amid weather delays and stray notes. Mentions include descriptions of elevator repairs, political letters to voters, and a focus on state fiscal affairs and upcoming meetings.

Kansan Town Councils Accused of Negligence in Apportionment

A 19th century style notice laments negligent actions by several Kansan town councils over fire insurance rollings and apportionment. It cites inspectors and officials, calling for accountability, and hints at a lodge meeting at Capitola No 219 for discussion led by Lillie Beeton and Mrs. Lala Deaver.

Capitola Hiternoun Iuportance de Ache Sadhu Yutteen Lillie Beeton Boe Lala Deaver

Encampment G A and the Great Fortune Teller Visit

An obscure ad-like fragment mentions Encampment G A and a prominent fortune teller advertised as Egypt’s marvel. It notes trains from Pole to Beloit and Union Special departures with times and locations, listing $12 Monroe Street as a contact or venue.

G. A Pole Beloit Union Ts Noo Midas Aprath Ar Ding Delultat P. mi Monroe Street

Market Report From The State Journal Chisara

The market report covers April Chicago trading with a focus on wheat, pork, and livestock. Prices drift lower as supplies ease and futures decline, with details on oats, corn, beef, and cattle receipts, plus notes on market sentiment and future outlook for wheat futures.

Chicago Chickago

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