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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1896
Page
8
A garbled 19th century note discusses Henry Ingersoll and his views on militancy and religion. The fragment hints at a lecture tour, agnosticism, and responses to Republican politics, mentioning McKinley and a conservative platform. The text is largely unreadable.
The Second District Republican convention battle unfolds after a closely split county result. Delegates Punnen Haris and Billy Buchan each hold three votes, with Funston and Huarrie tied for lead on the first ballot. County delegates express readiness for the Lawrence district meeting as they head toward the state convention.
Court case in Tennessee or nearby jurisdiction lists ex police chief John M WitkWatson and others as defendants or witnesses. Names Heine J Owen A Pepwea Wealhy Hale are noted. Proceedings reveal petitions and clerks of district court involved. Ads about medicines and laundry services are present from era, including Quinine tablets and Pearlets Steam Laundry.
Dr Hamilton outlines a grand pavilion project to seat 4000 people in his hall with iron supports and a revolving stage, aiming to fund the venture by donations. He fears only a portion of the crowd can be accommodated and worries the city may not fund the plan, while the exhibition becomes a major draw attracting hundreds daily.
The notice outlines an April 4 gathering of the A P A in Washington with a program including a talk and entertainment, then a meeting to discuss party unity and the need to support existing laws. It mentions education, public property rules, and civic allegiance while noting candidates and legislative topics under debate.
Mrs Charitas Edholm spoke at First Presbyterian about Crittenton work guiding mothers to protect young daughters from danger. Her remarks described Pearl Bewertie a 12 year old mother and child protection concerns, with Edholm planning further lectures in Topeka and North Topeka babies chute.
George and Hila Bucknor reportedly argued violently at their home Saturday evening into Sunday causing property damage and a confrontation with police. Neighbors described furniture smashed and a heated scene before officers intervened and separated the couple. The incident occurred near the Kaw area as tensions escalated and calm was sought.
A report outlines A P A and ALP leaders visiting Washington to push support for McKinley. Hubbard as state A P A president, Babbini as ALP president, and other activists discuss campaign strategy and aims to influence the national convention. The group plans to lobby allies including Abe Lincoln era figures.
A garbled account describes a baker supplying bread at Terres nae and bread theft concerns. The text mentions authorities and concern over stolen bread, with references to bakers, theft, and law enforcement without clear details.
The Reno page mentions a political contest with candidates including Fistcher Meralith A J Spome Frank Vitwoent S B Switeer and Theo Roslius Hatkin. It notes the silver question may influence votes and nominating battles. An advertisement touts Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething with a 15 cent price.
One fare plus 3 dollars round trip covers all stations in Arkansas Indian Territory and Texas Missouri line. Sale date in April with details from Missouri Pacific ticket agent HC Townsend. For info, contact Topeka Kansas agents.
A fragment discusses HIRES Rootheer claiming health benefits from sarsaparilla, noting it contains more sarsaparilla than many preparations bearing that name. The text includes garbled phrases and unclear references to tests and payments.
Ideas of interest about Kansas railroad matters. The addition to the working force at the Bantu fe shops in this city since the car of 3M men last January. Thirty men added later to the car shop. most men assigned to repels yards. The service of these care during winter months has been heavy with a late December shortage of cars. Fruit shipments from California to the east and the fruit crop influence likely keep the extra force employed for two months at the cutting of the work, unless other equipment regains attention and the men are recalled.
In the Santa Fe Mechanical Department, Engineer John Hand reports back after a two week illness. Fireman Wherd Ash is promoted to passenger service, with Hubert Clift briefely taking leave as the Santa Fe oversees engine duties and train routing.
William Cousnist division superintendent resigns to join Cotton Belt at Pine Bluff Ark. A hand stained diamond ring worth 25 dollars is presented by conductor Willie Weis to thank him for service. Missouri Pacific staff at Hiawatha and nearby lines attended, including HL Schaffer Conductor W C Waumaey TOM Smith A Vermillion and others. The event highlighted gratitude for his leadership of the railroad system.
A report from Devlin, manager of Santa Fe coal properties, notes the recent site visit in New Mexico to assess mining interests. The inspection aimed to determine coal quality and economic viability, with officials seeking to revert conditions and evaluate the workforce. The official emphasized no changes to railroad operations and expected to finish the study before Thursday afternoon.
Silver advocates rally in Illinois and nationwide as Senator Tillman promotes the long battle cry. At Chicago meetings and through “hand primary” rhetoric, supporters push for silver and debt relief while opponents face a rising minority.
Whitelaw Reid, visiting Phoenix, comments on the political contest and the likelihood of different candidates. He notes McKinley’s appeal among delegates and discusses the dynamics of choosing a successor to lead the Republican ticket, including potential opposition and regional support.
The article reports on Veterans affairs with pay day procedures, pension distribution and a new bureau near the post office to seal pension vouchers. It notes three vagrants fined for begging money to buy cider and frank, named Jobe Riley Thomas Hale and Bode, and a bicycle incident involving HS Morgan charged with riding without a bell on the sidewalk to be tried in police court with Mckeever as defense.
Odd old ad touts Sucklen s Arnica Salve as superior for cats bruises sores and more with money back guarantee and cents per box price. It notes J K Jones at Firth and Kanims Ave and George Mstex as vendor and mentions a separate line about a boy named George charged for bread theft and a court case led by Judge Ferry.
Louis Germain, 32, arrived in New York from Milwaukee seeking work. After days of rejection by breweries and hunger, he slept on streets, collapsed in a hallway, and was found by a police officer. He was jailed for ten days as a vagrant, then fed beef, bread, and coffee in Jefferson Market prison.
New York April 2 Chauncey M. Depew reached 62 amid birthday celebrations. At Grand Central Station crowds offered greetings and gifts while a San Francisco tale of a Chinese idol forecasting marriage within a year drew public chatter. Depew reportedly gave a dollar for comfort and private rides, and the idol’s prophecy claimed he would marry within a year if he stopped working.
A collection was taken up for Ward, once a prominent policeman, now dying of consumption at his home in North Peta. He testified in the Nevéle murder trial, his testimony pivotal to the verdict. Police and community fund-raisers aided his destitute family amid his long decline and return to detective work after an injury.
An elderly man, claiming over six years of need, testified before the City Attorney that he was robbed at George Payne’s billiard hall on Kansas Avenue near First Street. He described paying $20 in gold to pass a guard, receiving two coins back, and warned that a man who carries money into a colored place should be robbed. The witness admitted making a mistake and urged peace in the community. Also mentioned is Prof. Hage Alle Musary, a fortune teller at 616 Monroe Street, offering services from 9:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
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