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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Apr 29, 1896

Page

4

Crawford to Turn Over Leavenworth Theater to Sells Bros

Unclear progress in sale of the Crawford theater property to Sells Brothers, circus proprietors. J. Bowmen and Serr oversee the deal while Crawford remains owner pending closing. The plan anticipates rebuilding the theater into a modern structure and hosting a new show in Leavenworth, with substantial investment and involvement from local figures.

L.M. Crawford Leavenworth Theater Neevelatione Srem Craford Theater M. Crawford Hay Sir Crawford Tyrade Beck Urewford St. Joseph

Young Men Rejoice in Western Kansas Reform

Richfeld April 32 Jan FHutwchth district gains public schooling reforms. Young men see opportunity as teachers’ pensions rise to £29 per month, allowing education access while addressing debts and crop losses. Women gain social advancement. local meetings push for schooling and new careers away from farm duties.

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Stolen Horse Case Tangles Courtroom Tale

A chaotic report details a theft involving a horse and chloroform with names and dates scattered. Robert I. Battehihy faces legal action as investigations unfold. witnesses describe events miles from ACE, with arrests and successive leads.

One Man Government and City Affairs Turmoil

Fragmentary OCR notes reference a lonely effort at governance amid confusion in city clerks office and state oversight. Mentions of agitators, public issues, and potential trouble for public servants surface as a vague snapshot of political strain and administrative friction.

Shazeffle Woman In Brave Soldier Case Revealed

Fragmentary text describes a dramatic incident involving a brave soldier and a woman linked to a death trial. Names and details are unclear, but the piece centers on gender, sacrifice, and a controversial court event with ties to a group or location unnamed.

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Veteran of Civil War Buried in Leavenworth

An elderly veteran, who served in the Civil War, was laid to rest in Leavenworth after death in early 1995. Coroner Hanger prepared the burial, noting the deceased’s long life and wartime valor. The article discusses veterans certificates and the lasting impact of the war on families and communities.

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To Pension Ex-Slaves Organizes In Atchison Meeting

Topeka men form an ex slaves pension association in Atchison. The first meeting was held at Eb Aton Baptist church with Davis and George Washington clerks addressing the turnout. Aimed at legalizing a pension, the group notes more than 1 200 ex slaves in the state.

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Adversarial Polovat Stampede In Atchison Church

A chaotic stampede broke out at Zion's open door church in Atchison during a spring service. Ebony hued pastor led a dramatic performance that triggered fear. congregants fled as a disturbance escalated, with women and children among the panicked crowd and some reporting a perceived devil manifestation.

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Atchison Aid After Cyclone Suffering Prompted Generous Gift

In Atchison on April 2, Allison donated $100 for cyclone relief following a plea by Clifton Mayor Louie Kroceh. The fund aimed to aid those burned or dead and cover a year of support while authorities, including Mayor Jtrverh and Methadrew, coordinated relief efforts and forwarded the funds.

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Wind Storm Ravages Leotl Injuring Homes and Mills

A damaging wind storm swept Leotl on April 22, blasting houses, windmills, and awnings, tearing down buildings and uprooting sheds. The storm damaged crops across western Kansas as wind drove rain and debris across the area.

Leotl Wichita Counts Errat Kansas

An Old Man Killed by His Daughter in a Turbulent Rowland Case

Disjointed OCR text describes a tragic incident in which Rowland family members are mentioned. The report references an old man killed by his daughter amid a sequence of unclear names and places, with scattered notes about cattle movements and local organizations. The fragmentary material lacks coherent chronology. The piece references Wells and Steer, Mystic Brothers, and Maryeville, with dates around April.

Two Morgan brothers tied to bicycle incident in Topeka case

Clarks to the office report two Morgan brothers involved in a bicycle dispute on the city street. Police confronted Moran No. 2 as the bicycle passed, leading to an arrest attempt and a contested identification. The men resemble each other, causing confusion about who rode the bicycle during the incident.

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Remarkable Surgical Operation in New York

April 28 in New York City a surgeon removed necrotic tissue from Samuel Ralstone, a man injured four years earlier by a blow to the chest. The procedure opened the chest, excised diseased bone and tissue, and cleared infection, with a long, difficult operation described as successful though perilous.

New York Blackwells Samuel Ralstone Wisgrilisent Azine Necrogla Saturnay

Terrific storms sweep across Wisconsin and Milwaukee area

A severe storm system lashed Wisconsin and nearby towns with powerful winds and lightning. Downtown streets flooded, damage reported including a church spire felled and building fires started. Power lines, telegraph wires, and telephone networks were disrupted. trains were delayed by washouts.

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School Bonds Defeated in Special Election

Kansas City voters rejected a $100,000 bond proposal to improve the city, with low interest and light turnout. The plan failed despite supporters urging action, and opposition cited fiscal concerns.

Kansas City Aptiteee Peneer

Pirates Lead Past New York as Boston Struggles

Baseball roundup shows New York beating Boston 1 0 in a tight game while Boston stumbles. Scores also report Baltimore over Washington 9 6, and Pittsburgh defeating Cleveland 2 0 on a pitchers’ duel. Philadelphia defeated Brooklyn 13 5 with strong batting.

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Corbett and Brady win suit against Kinetoscope Company

Detroit legal news reports Corbett and Bill Brady winning a suit against the Kinetoscope Exhibiting Company. The court sustained their claim for 7 498, plus interest, and ordered payment. Samuel J. Tilden’s nephew was also judged liable on a £2,000 note indorsed to the plaintiffs.

Kinstongope Company New York Jim Corbett Bill Brady Corbett Courtnes Phil Brady Supreme Court Bhrrth Cornett Samuel J. Tiden Interovbrior Samuel J. Tilden Minetoscope

Emporia Zall Park Grounds Secured for Baseball Season

Wilhite secures over year lease with Charles Eyder for land west of and adjoining normal. Grounds to be graded and materially improved for baseball. A large amplipieater with 20M capacity will be built at the southwest corner. Work to begin this week and continue until completion. The club remains active in preparing for the season.

Wilhite Wast Normal Emporis Manseer Wilhite Hias Charles Eyder Normal Etter

Sponge in Nostrils Movel Method Frisco Note

A brief item reports a new technique called Deaden wavgen, adapted by Movel Method, tested or noted at Frisco. The report is sparse on details and context but flags the nasal sponge method as a noteworthy development.

Frisco

Veterinary Unearths Sponge Stuck In Patient During Examination

A veterinary exam revealed a sponge lodged in the nostril of a patient during a preliminary check. The discovery prompted a closer look at procedures and an investigation by the board into possible misconduct.

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Bloodshed Line Sight In Louisiana If Pharr Seeks Inauguration

In New Orleans on April 29, Republicans and Populists backed Captain Pharr for governor with plans to mobilize 2,500 troops to ensure his inauguration and deter Democratic counter-moves. In Shreveport and Natchitoches, forces were sent to quiet tensions as litigation over vote legality and alleged ballot stuffing stirred disputes between Democrats and Populists. Leaders called for a fair count and peaceful resolutions amid accusations of manipulation and racial voting patterns.

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Editors Adjourn as Seventh District Elects Officers

The Republican Editorial association of the Seventh district adjourned after shop talk on the newspaper business. Elected were President E. J. Bookwalter, Vice President J. Davis, Secretary CT Hobart, Treasurer J. G. Dunkin, with an executive committee including C. Omitling and others. Delegates to the national association named. The group endorsed Hutchinson for the Republican state convention and favored a July date.

Big Seventh Hutchinson Republican Udicorial Association of the Howepaper E. J. Bookwalter Hateend J. Davis Ancietary Hobart Helsington Dispatch J. G. Dunkin Sterling Bulletin C. Omitling Lyons Teombiene Ploh. Kaction Newton Kansin T ED Junkin Stening Fuletin Y. Morgen Huwhincodt National Association Mat- We Shawhen W. ¥. Morgan F. Kendrick J. Bookwater Peters Wy Troutman Morrill Calderhead United States Sue Wuidtiert Judge Johnston Hetwis Ingally Association Hutchiieen

Janitor Falls From Window Building Tragedy

An elderly married janitor in the Old Colony building fell from a window on the 35th floor while cleaning. He struck the stone sidewalk, breaking his body. The accident occurred in Chicago. Local authorities investigate the fall and workers recall the incident.

Chicago Louis Laurson Old Colony

Bicycle Stealing and Campmeeting News Mix in One Report

Smiley, a young man accused of stealing a Nevele froy, is to appear in Justice Fubre's court this afternoon after a chase down Quincy street and river pursuit. Separate item notes the National Holiness Campmeeting planned with Father Burke and Topeph Smith attending. a separate update from Orangeville, Ont reports a fire incident at Plesherton with lines cut from local telegraph service.

Cat Smiley John A. Lunderen Ree

Wheat and corn futures rise amid northwest weather and frost risk

The market report from April 2 highlights gains in July wheat on sending rain in the northwest and forecasts of frost. May and other grains show mixed moves with firm tones in oats and pork, while cattle and hog receipts and prices vary. Market tone remains cautious as weather patterns and shipping data influence bids across Chicago and Kansas City exchanges.

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