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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1896
Page
1
The piece notes Joseph Bristow as a gubernatorial nominee with allies, while claiming the public has broken loose. It frames a political landslide as just beginning, signaling potential shifts in support and power dynamics.
Republican petition campaign across several counties aims to force a successor nomination by collecting thousands of signatures. The effort, begun in Dodgins County after earlier petitions, seeks to show wide GOP dissent and pressure the convention to consider alternatives to Gov Morrill.
New York August 1 Booth Tucker accuses Booth of misrepresenting the Volunteers of America. He says the movement has 221 officers, only 2 American born, and stresses it has 100 posts and significant strength. Also notes Penfield Club 120 strong at Scandia and McKinley clubs forming in Holton and Mosinee with weekly meetings. Weather: Kansas area for Aug 1 shows fair nights and variable winds.
A Horton Commercial reply contesting Capitial editorials condemning a Journal. Publican letters defend the Capital’s exposure of the Journal and recount readers’ reactions to Blaine and silver coinage coverage. The exchange accuses the Horton press of political bias and urges broader newspaper balance amid local sentiment.
State school fund commissioners may convene this afternoon at 2 to file 190000 for the Shawnee county bridge. Proposal is under consideration by the governor. Likely terms include charging and work to start, with 5000 reserved elsewhere or to the school fund. County saving interest meanwhile.
Miss Virginia Pair daughter of the late Senator Fall of California narrowly escaped death by drowning at Halley’s Harbor Newport New York August 1. She slipped from a raft during her first boating trip this season and struck her head on the raft edge, fell unconscious as surf and undertow pulled strongly. Lifeguard rescue pulled her to shore and she was taken to her sister’s villa where she soon recovered.
The Democratic State committee and Populists reached an agreement in Avason last night and, by 2 AM, decided to unite on a joint electoral ticket for upcoming elections. The alliance bridges factions to present a combined slate, aiming to strengthen electoral influence.
In Cincinnati today the carriage firm Emérent and Ritch faced collapse as debt and weak ties with allied firms drained resources. Directors Edward Ritchie and Low Emerson were named among founders. The firm cited $6500 losses and a market with delayed payments as key factors.
A court grants an attachment for 23157 against Liberty Cycle Co of Warren Steed in favor of Frederick Summer, trustee of the estate of Nathan Meyer, on two notes. Separate items note gold reserve figures and a Washington state financial statement, plus a Clay Center postmaster appointment and Ohio Gold Democrats meeting.
A mob of about 75 tramps blocked a northbound Missouri Pacific accommodation train at Fifteenth and Monroe. They surrounded the engine and filled platforms, forcing police to deploy a wagonload of officers. After two hours detained, the train finally started toward Fort Scott. Police pursued into nearby woods and reopened the car doors to clear the stock cars carrying race horses and passengers.
Tramps rounded up aboard a train as it prepared to depart. Officers confined two dozen wanderers and offered release upon purchase of tickets, while guard sergeant Ellison said the force acted to protect the transit system as the passengers breathed a sigh of relief and the suspects moved beyond city limits.
A Tecumseh gathering was addressed by H G Larimer and W F Schoch. After speeches the group debated organizing a Republican club and held a vote on gold versus free coinage. The result showed five gold men and seven silver men. A series of joint debates will be arranged and begin soon.
The Gold Standard Democratic leaders have decided on a new convention to be held around September 1 in Chicago. Announcement says the plan is definite unless unforeseen events intervene. New York leaders have settled on location and date and focus on potential candidates.
Cleveland dispatch details ex Governor St John predicting William Jennings Bryan will carry Kansas by about 50 400 votes, saying McKinley cannot win any western state south of the Ohio River. He notes a shift from tariff to free silver as the decisive issue and recalls Kansas voting history under 1892 platform.
News from Shanghai reports a colossal tidal wave hitting the coast of Huye bat in Kiang Su province on Sunday. The disaster destroyed numerous villages, drowned about four thousand people, and ruined vast rice fields with famine feared ahead. An immense number of cattle perished as the region faced devastation and agricultural collapse.
Bryan told Secretary Maroney he plans a tour through all states after nomination. He aims to visit New York and New England then move south to the coast, speaking in Los Angeles San Francisco Portland Seattle Tacoma and Spokane. Also note National Silver Party of Nebraska opens headquarters in Lincoln under Gilbert Laws with broad literature for a vigorous campaign coordinated with Democrats but separate. Weather: cooler tomorrow with 12 mph wind. Citizens urged to meet Aug 12 at county committee rooms Kansas Avenue to discuss ratification efforts.
Cleveland Aug 1 A man is fatally shot at the Brown Hoisting and Conveying works as a strike resumes. Non union workers escorted out amid stones and clashes. police make arrests. John Prince 28, a non union man, is wounded and expected to die as militia and police reinforce the area.
Washington reports a July deficit of 15 050 249 as expenditures rose to 42 405 468 against receipts of 22 092 00. Revenue gains from internal sources were offset by customs declines and Navy spending, with increases in pensions and Indian expenditures.
The Columbus Buggy Company made an assignment to W A Miles and John M Thomas covering assets estimated between 590000 and 1000000 dollars. Contingent liabilities are described as large. Local reports note the filing occurred in August with a 3:30 pm reference.
The district court heard If E R Merriam against J K Hudson Capitol Publishing Co and John H Mulvane this morning and will likely decide Monday. Major Hudson borrowed 5000 in 1887 secured by chattel mortgage on the Capital plant. note passed through several hands and was renewed. Merriam seeks possession of the Capital plant, Mulvane resists. the mortgage contest is the first on the plant.
Washington Aug 1 Official monthly comptroller of the currency figures indicate July total national bank note circulation at 295.9 million dollars up 528 thousand. Circulation backed by United States bonds rose to 206.1 million up 504 thousand. The portion secured by the horrible money shows 118.8 million up 535 thousand. United States registered bonds to secure circulating notes stand at 229.5 million.
A morning conference between Santa Fe General Manager Frey and O R Co executives Messrs Clark Thornburg Morrisey Stott failed to settle the railway dispute with the trainmen. A second conference was scheduled for the afternoon with hope for an adjournment.
Shawnee county Populist convention met in Topeka rooms with anti Lewelling forces led by C J Stanley defeating D M Howard for temporary chair. Delegates expected to oppose Lewelling endorsements, with Clark favored over Webb for state delegates and Harvey backed for lieutenant governor. Meeting adjourned to Metropolitan hall amid credentials disputes and factional maneuvering.
A Populist party expert projects Harris ahead on the first ballot at the upcoming convention, claiming the tally shows Harris notably leading the field and could secure the nomination. The report notes shifts since prior convention results and cites other candidates’ standings. Kansas Apple Growers Association names officers in Chicago. Ex-Councilman J T Fulton injured in buggy accident. Weekly bank data show reserves and deposits declines and increases, with banks holding excess reserves. Pension attorney P J Coney announces early office hours to assist pensioners with vouchers and checks.
W C Peek of Georgia, leader of the Georgia Populists, urges Watson run to assure success. In a letter to the Atlanta Journal Peek describes Democratic and Populist alignments, discusses McBreen and Bryan, and argues for Watson electors to unite the silver forces across the nation. He asserts a Georgia win and holds Democrats responsible for the split.
Citizens witnessed a brutal dog fight near Arthur Massey’s store as dogs clashed in the street. Police detained Arthur Massey, George Naylor, TJ Cummings and JP Harris for cordecting during the bout as a second fight broke out near Fourth and Jackson. One dog was killed and another injured. Massey protested the action while lawyer F. Helay demanded accountability.
Crawford county delegates head to Abilene for the Populist state convention. Bank Commissioner Breidenthal vows to secure nomination for every man on his slate. The ticket includes Hare for governor, Tattle for general, Deeter for justice, and Breidenthal for senator.
Mrs George A Howe will lead the W A Gospel meeting this afternoon at Wakurien. Edith Francis aged 36 passed away yesterday. funeral services held this afternoon. Shawnee County Horticultural Society to meet at J L Jordan residence near Wakurien. Railroads MC A to study at headquarters.
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