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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Apr 23, 1896

Page

2

Border Warfare and a Native Kidnapping Ordeal

A detailed narrative recounts the 1873 Indian abduction and slaughter case involving James Friend of Kansas, his wife and four children attacked near Tian Texas. The savages scalp and murder the wife and several children while Friend searches for the boy. years later he seeks government aid as authorities pursue the Comanche band.

Sprciub Waahington Dettiers James Friend Dorade Tian Texas Preherichaturg Mound City Childres Wurman Prione Caine Priead Croom Jared Tim Malind Cardi Adap Takeen Privat Tadene Curtis Pt BO Fries Tillon House Spencer Belve Lock

How They Dress In Hot Spring Weather

Washington April 23 Congress says Long Woore appears in spring attire as heavy heat continues. A dangerous glare and sun mists trouble crowds outside Derk grey Prince Albert suit. The scene notes light underwear beneath coats while observers crowd under the sun in sweltering conditions.

Washington Yns Lorie Mr Long Prince Albert Sprig Dirk Sue Ubedhie Garmin Ebich Costly Neesiehal Elspatiuts Gebatur Peffer

Nomination talk stirs party platform at Wichita rally

Washington dispatch reports Senator Polfer backs a bold Stradale platform as Mel Binley accelerates toward the nominating contest. Fetter cites Republican worries while Populist support looms. Porer doubts Democratic momentum, debating a gold platform adjustment at Chicago.

Polfer Qir Washington Mel Binley Seecals Pinsform Wichita Benator Fetter Chicas Mans

Kansans in the East Visit Washington for Health

Mr and Mrs F D Merriam stop in Washington for time. Frank Merriam and wife travel from Fort Worth Texas to Clifton. Details note a banker from Argentina City Katyas in Washington for a few days for health reasons before returning to Topeka.

Kansans F. D. Merriam Washington Warhitucuin H. FF Ariginas City Katyas Washivewe Frank Merriast Topeke Ft Worth Texad Clifton Serines

See the Heart Nicola Tesla Uses of a New Screen

Nicola Tesla shows two notable results from a new screen. One achieves penumbra timing between plates producing radiographs after short exposures in darkness. The other uses a novel nanotescent screen to greatly sharpen outlines on the screen and reveal the human heart.

Nicola Tesla New Turk Teview New York Teele

Clerks' National Union forms Topeka chapter with 30 members

The Topeka lodge of the Clerks National Union forms with 30 charter members and aims to organize a statewide association. Local leaders report 39 members in Topeka and plan a meeting at Trades Hall on East Seventh Street. The new body will provide mutual aid and protection for workers, with president M. Monvete and secretary G. Saypepler among officers.

Topeka Vlerka Tripeka Thi Neal M. Uonveet G. Sayppeleor Blackwell Durham United States Genu Durham Durham Tobacco Company

Treasury halts wrecking bids for Chicago old building

Washington reports the Treasury Department rejected all bids to dismantle the old Domininion building in Chicago and restart work after inspecting April 2 bids. Frank Jobin led at 47 500 dollars. Beckie Smith and J. Sexton linked to the project, with concerns of bid manipulation and hidden interests.

Washington Trewsury Chicago Jobin Wae Beckie Stith Baron J. Sexton Sobin Sexton

Dr Hand's Colic Cure Trial Claims and Laundered Goods

A disjointed advertisement and testimonial fragment describes Dr Hand's Colic Cure claimed to soothe infant colic with mixed references to Saree Euryks and Kansas, mentions a druggist selling remedies for children, and notes a Steam Laundry offering laundering services with a Pave Steam Laundry tag and address. The text shifts between product claims, customer satisfaction phrases, and unrelated laundry service mentions.

Euryks Kan Dr. Hand

Carnegie gift to Peace Congress sparks debate on war ties

A Kansas governor is elected vice president of a peace congress event at Better Otts Hall with delegates from across the nation. Andrew Carnegie’s gift of 1600 to support arbitration efforts is noted, while critics argue his munitions business conflicts with pacifist aims. Delegates discuss a broad vision for international arbitration amid wartime pressures and calls for stronger disarmament and peaceful cooperation.

Washington Otts Hall Great Britain United States Cergyrier T+ termporary e=Scorttety John W. Foster China Japan Dtr Foster Natons Preenia Seeme Wally Dereen Hallone Georre Fe Edmunda Union Ani B. Morcilt Kansas Suinitindie Cesar Bion Boller Aimes Maud Andrew Carfine John Douplan St Joeph Caroceie Carnegie Etini Pittsburg Editur Conteren NAT Ceresateen Carl Schure New York Aneel Michigan Univernity Edward Atkinson Boston Schure

Mountain Lion Attack Fails After Quick Escape

In a violent incident, Ausuatine Garnier was attacked by a mountain lion while cutting in a grove. Garnier struggled to his feet and used an axe, injuring the animal which released him. He escaped with life but suffered injuries as the beast lunged. The report notes local remedies and mentions a Dr W. Stucafield.

Mr. Garnier Ehull Sim

Denver Opera House Closes Sundays Amid Controversy

In Denver at the Tabor Grand Opera House, manager Peter McCourt allowed Primrose & West’s Sunday performance amid a renewed debate over Sunday theater openings. McCourt argued others are allowed Sunday shows, while he faced protests and legal questions about enforcing a Sunday closure policy. Receivers Riz Babroske and co-signee claim they violated the policy but defend the act as a step against discrimination toward the Tabor.

Denver Mensger Peter McCourt Tabor Grand Opera House Primrose & West'n GUNES McCourt Riz Babroske Ecause

Photographic Evidence Aids Police In Fractured Case

In Franses City a bullet and its wound photograph were examined by Police Surgeon Hyde and J M Jutheon. Professor Blake provided the clear image from the university, showing the bullet and the bone show defection. The photograph helped locate the Didier though a caveat noted the elow end of the elbow complicates the search.

Franses City Apes William Davin’ Arts Central Hyde Hr. J NM Jutheon Fleid Ausin Walter Jacke Professor Blake Waneus Uillverelte

First Woman Receiver Appointed by New York Court

Mrs Lillian Rodgers appointed by a New York court as receiver for the firm Redgers Co and related entities. The action follows a suit by Aire Hodwera and aims to safeguard assets and protect creditors. The appointment marks a historic moment as the first woman receiver named by the supreme court in the state.

Lillian Rodgers New York Court New York Lillian FR. Redvers Khar Boon Redgers & Co Leskots Balminrad Aire Hodwera Supreme Court

Brick Arsenal Goes at Public Auction

The executive council orders the sale of the rich arsenal works building at public auction. Purchasers may remove the binidities from the grounds immediately after the sale to restore the appearance of the state house grounds. The count approved and accepted the Bieta Cammings for the few ut Ress and the gtutm of the Office Speci alty commany of Chicago was allowed. ERG Cet OF these sxturee amounta to.

Executive Council Subile Works Warp. m State House Commany Chicago

Topeka Men Inspect Nashy Higgins Property

A Topeka group led by Lawrence figures and capitalists conducts a thorough inspection of a Nashy Higgins property in maines. They direct their superintendent to begin work on the Grégon Lunnel through Butte, aiming to complete the project as quickly as possible with available money and workers.

Wirter Mocessra Geo. Lils Lawrence Elliots Alvert Parker Woodwoirds Topeka Nashy

Lucky Boy Sale Sparks Kansas Buyer Interest

The Lucky Boy mine has been sold to Kansas parties with plans to operate the site. The transaction aims to restart mining from the Fool Shaft area and extend activity toward the Independence district, aligning with the new owners' strategy for the claim.

Victor Imine Battie Evi Kkansas Ming

Colorado mine owners plan one million dollar club house

A Denver era style report notes Colorado Springs receivers and mine owners planning a million dollar club house led by WS Stratton and JF Europe di. The item cites local political intrigue, land worries, and a gubernatorial remark linked to Troutman. Several figures appear with scattered references to Dodge City and local discussions.

Colorado Colorado Springs WS Stratton Europe Poorians Senacas i Letiy

Promising letter touts Dr King’s New Discovery

A Michigan letter from J. Gun dermas of Dirionble recounts using Dr King’s New Discovery for his wife who suffered severe influenza complications. The writer claims rapid relief after a friend recommended the remedy, noting effectiveness during a long illness and reporting a trial bottle at J. & Jones' Drug Store on Fit and Kauses Ave.

J. Gundermas Diriomble Baptist Church Alyes la Grippe de Dsine J. & Jones

Arrests in Denver Bank Insolvency Case Prompt Closing

Officers seized John F B Hanne Breellent and Howard Evans cashiers of the American National Bank of Denver. They face charges of receiving deposits while insolvent as financial turmoil led to the bank's abrupt closure and calls for director liability amid $650000 excess assets over liabilities. The Bank of Commerce reported depositor losses and a quick chain of events ended with the institution shut.

Denver John FB. Hanne Breellent Howard Evans American National Gant Tate Warnmutts Bron Uce Chapmans Court Jan Ft. Hasna American National Bank Fenenioh Pau Enver Clearing House SEAOC Crgina de Cline Thomas M. Pariorven

Corinne in Chicago at Hendrick Hodaca Jr Fete

Corinne in Chicago enchants crowds with jewels satins and custom stage. the burlesque show at Gate hall promises novelty including Trilby Carface and live music while noting a World’s Fair style spectacle. A curative ad for a cold remedy closes the page entry.

Hendrick Hodaca, Jr Chitses Corinne Chicago Ehain Hendrick Hudson, Jr Crewhal Gate Carface Heshen

A Look Through South Missouri for Four Conta

A fragmentary notice promotes a significant book from Kanvag City to view scenic views of South Missouri. It mentions a maplike overview of terrain and industry, encouraging investment interest. Postage requested for four contas with an address in Pensas City and a laundry advert precedes the Journal tagline.

South Missouri Kanvag City, Hart Scar & Memphis Railroad Co Asaburin Fensas City

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