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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1896
Page
2
A deadly funnel tornado devastated a rural area near Countantia leaving nine dead and many wounded. Homes were leveled as rescuers battled rain and darkness to reach survivors, with entire sections of the town destroyed and farmers reporting widespread damage.
A severe tornado struck the town of Washington causing extensive damage and loot. City officials report no fatalities but many residents are injured and displaced. Cleanup crews, led by Mayor Fellows, mobilize to assess wreckage and assist victims.
The article recalls Marshall’s pride in its local paper the State Journal and its prominent naming of events at Garfleli park next Sunday. It mentions rehearsals and community sentiment, with references to speakers, plans, and supporters.
A garbled dispatch from Havana claims General Maceo led a bold maneuver against Spanish forces in Cuba. The message mentions Cuban resistance and a push toward key garrisons, with references to commanders and looming surrender pressures.
P. G. Noel serves as president for the Hody organization, described as leading current activities and directing plans with staff and members participating in ongoing tasks. The item notes Noel's leadership role and organizational focus during the period.
Leading citizens join an executive committee formed to support the campaign for governor. The assembly outlines officers and members across Republican groups, naming a long list of names and local officials. Governor Morett attended an afternoon event, appearing ill but ready for renomination discussions.
Lasdell reports growth of the Troutman movement in western Kansas as speaker Lanett of Land events advocates the cause. The Topeka session featured comments on Merritt and Troutman, with emphasis on western support and campaign dynamics ahead of the governor’s race. The article notes Leland’s push for nomination and the shifting political landscape across counties and conventions.
Washington officials estimate the year’s deficit at about 25 million dollars with revenue collected and expenditures outlined. The Treasury expects the year to end with a deficit near that amount, though some figures differ slightly from earlier projections.
Partial recap from a league schedule shows St Louis 6 Louisville 5 with unclear scoring and misprinted lines. The report mentions Parrote pitching for St Louis and a Chicago vs Cincinnati result with Thornton starting for Chicago and Gerlieth mentioned for Cincinnati amid a garbled box score.
In a long Sunday game at Kansas City the Blues rallied for a 7th inning lead as darkness ended play after ten innings. Milwaukee and Columbus also reported late finishes with crowds around 2000 disappointed by the close. Players Wolverton Wand Gale Wineham were noted in the box score.
An unverified report from Carrollton, Mississippi, claims farmer witnesses saw George Taylor, described as an escaped murderer, hiding in the northern part of Carroll County. Details come from a local farmer recently returned from a trip, with unclear corroboration.
District Judge Ha Zev refused the Hitt divorce, noting neither party had grounds for a disce. The petition was denied as the court weighed the couple's disputes and the petition remained unresolved. In a separate item, a Standard Bejin correspondent reports Russia ordering war vessels and naval forces in view of Japan’s naval preparations.
A New York interview discusses the silver question and party platform impacts. The correspondent notes strong Western opposition to the East, predicting shifts in policy and economic consequences including debt, taxation, and industry effects.
The dispute concerns a $7,500 overpayment to Contractor Cox for the Santa Fe Hospital project. An internal inquiry traces the excess to transcription errors and clerical adjustments, with vouchers and audit notes indicating the misallocation affected final payments and project accounting.
Our special correspondent reports Justice Brewer denied the application for a writ of error to bring the Taylor murder case before the federal courts. The ruling leaves the state court conviction of the Merck family killer affirmed, ending the federal challenge.
From our special correspondent in Washington in April Curtis delivered a concise house speech praising pension reform targets Bartlett and Wheeler whose proposals were applauded by the House for their focus on pensions.
On Wednesday evening April 29 Professor J L Dyche will deliver ten famous lectures on the Avello Regions. Admission 2 cents, tickets to afternoon lecture 10 cents.
In Topeka on Saturday the seventh anniversary parade of the Odd Fellows showcased ornate robes and ritual costumes, drawing about 400 members and a grand display by Topeka lodges. Marshals led the procession while Rebekah lodges and biblical figures appeared in period attire, with officials settling concerns over costume wear for future events.
A distressed wife, Asnelin Bauerie, shot herself with a revolver following a turbulent separation from Otto Haverie. The couple eloped a year earlier, were later recaptured, with a Topekes case awaiting resolution. The event, reported by Amedia Halierbs, notes the spouse had expressed a wish to die rather than endure further torment.
Four masked men robbed a coal mine manager of $4,000 eighteen miles west of the city. A pursuing resident halted the getaway, injuring none. The band escaped on horseback, while a guard attempted to intervene and was knocked aside. Local authorities seek the culprits.
Mercury rises to 87 in shade with promises of rain late. Southeast winds push heat, while forecasts predict a cooler front tomorrow. Across Texas and New Mexico, clouds and warmth prevail with variable conditions noted in reports.
The Rock Island Railroad pays the McRoberts heirs 3500 to settle the killing of John and Smrate McRoberts. The accident occurred near Laurent Street crossings when a rainstorm caused a derailment. Settlement terms include damages for the family of the 10 year old girl, Sara Jane McRoberts, with prosecutors and officials to approve.
Sheriff Kepley breaks up a chaotic brawl near the asylum as fights spill from weeks of Sunday events. Attendants, arrests, and a riverbank chase fill a vivid report with names and local figures amid a raucous crowd and shouts.
A report from Washington dated April 17 notes Frank Murphy leads a Kansas temperance unit on a perennial tour. A Topeka fundraising event is announced for May, with a city visit by J. W. Greed and wife and a free public show announced in Quincy. The coverage preserves names and dates from the readable text.
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