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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Aug 03, 1896

Page

6

In insurgent raid a Cuban boat plan foiled by locals

Joaquin Delkade and Lieutenant Fernando De Velascn arrived with insurgent aid from Cute to Key West. They prepared to sail for Rey when spotted by four Spanish guards. A hand to hand skirmish ensued and the voyagers fought with machetes. A Norwegian sailor later rescued them after their boat sprang a leak.

Key West Joaquin Delkade Fernando de Velascn Cute Gomes Delgaio Dre Welases Atarlet Wriday Lich Rey de Velarea

Johnsons comment on foreign riders and racing plans

John S Johnson arrived on the Paria and warned that foreign riders pose dangers in races yet may be invited if conditions improve. He doubts top foreign riders can beat American contenders but notes they use tricks. He hopes racing funds enable entry and believes penal barriers unlikely. Tom Eck will keep Holison management and pursue electric pace-making gear. Johnson plans to travel to Chicago then Louisville.

York John S Johnson Paria Johnson Tom Eck Cotinue Holrison Sod Novworline Fider Ree Jobeson Chiexo Louteville

Kansas Man Run Over by Streetcar Near Hotel Savoy

Herbert Miller of 12 West Twelfth Street was struck by a Metropolitan Street Railway car on Ninth Street near Hotel Savoy. Hegn went to catch a Troost avenue car, was hit, later moved to St Joseph’s Hospital for treatment after being attended by a company doctor.

Kansas Kansas City Herbert Miller T12 West Twelfth Street Ninth Street Metropolitan Street Railway Company St & Point Savoy Miller Hotel Bavey Ecoret Trion Depot Ron Tselvis Savy P. J. Thetutie St. Joseph's Cray

Secretary Herbert at Home in Montgomery Speech

Secretary of the Navy Hilary A Herbert arrived in Montgomery, Aug 3, and will vote the full Democratic state and county ticket. His city visit has energized Democrats who bolted the national ticket. After state elections, supporters plan to push details of a proposed gold standard Democratic movement. Ex-Governor Jones of Alabama is urged for the second slot on the ticket.

Montgomery, Ale Hilary A Herbert Cousty Jones Alabame

Grave Robbery Change of Venue Granted for Topeka Cases

Judge Hazen ordered a change of venue for grave robbery trials, citing pretrial hearings and public press exposure in Topeka. Defense affidavits claimed fair trials could not be held in Shawnee County, possibly moving proceedings to an adjoining county. Indictments include suspects tied to Kansas Medical College robberies and involve Lowe Minney and others.

Topeka Hien Ferry ShawWiee Topeke Shawnee Kansas Medical College Lowe J. K. Minney W. Vanimen

Wichita Republicans hold hot primary votes for local offices

Aug 3 Wichita delegates report Peters likely to back Mori for governor. A.J. Wyatt named probate judge, Charles Meckey to head public instruction, John Davis for county treasurer, Webb for commissioner, Gordon for senator, Bridgeman or Mayor Cox for district clerk. Disorder feared at polls with police requested for revolvers. Cox backup by city administration, Bridgeman by county administration.

Wichita Morrill Wichita R. Peters RE. N. Mori A.J. Wyatt Charles M. Meckey John Davis BL ‘Webb Harry L. Gordon S. N. Bridgeman Mayor Cox Cox Mr. Bridgeman

Plan to Organize All Trades via Building Trades Council

Kansas City August 3 reports a new Building Trades course promising to unite all trades by urging architects to hire organized labor and endorse the eight hour law. The council sought enforcement on public buildings but was told contractors cannot be compelled. A Labor Day parade invitation seeks to merge rival celebrations.

Plan of Building and Trades Council Kansas City Building Trades All Trades Building Trades’ Council Board of Slacetion Trades Assembly Kaneny City Kan Kansas

Silver in Colleges League Formed by Chicago Clubs

The Bryan and Sewall Silver club of the University of Chicago will lead the drive to form a national League of Democratic Silver Clubs among colleges. The plan calls for organized opposition to Republican clubs with debates between white and yellow metal representatives at various universities to educate voters. The movement aims at broad, structured campaigns across colleges.

League of Democratic Silver Clubs Chicago Aus Bryan and Sewall Silver Club University of Chicago College League of Republican

Heat Prostrations Hit City Officials and Janitor

Kansas City August 3 Two prostrations from heat occurred about 4 pm yesterday. Barney Waller janitor of Jefferson school living near Seventeenth Street and Garfield Avenue fell on West Thirteenth Street near Belleview. He was taken to Central police station and examined by Dr Landon. Harry Sinclair of Fort Leavenworth was prostrated at Fourth and Main and taken to Central station, both men in good condition.

Judge Kingman Meril Springs Josephine Shellabarger Sante Waters Mise Lidge Bergen Misa Fe Waters Lillian McFarland Mise Keyfly Huott Ide Hedden Mery Whitton Lottie Alderson Eleanor Work Emma Dennis Pearl Latham Jillian Valentine Helen Walker J. HH Danley Jefferson Street Nellie Danley Denver Sherman Hawkes Fawkes W. BH. Suwart Viola Stuart Daisy Fawkes Bims Janny Lee Nichols Lewis Thormison Chicten Grace Cathedral Milwaukee Vickishop Nicholson Sfiss Marguerite Nichols Mre Thompson Dearborn Street Chicago Mary A. Nichola Thirly W. Mercan Blue Rapids Kur Frank Lewellen Florence Warren Paenier W. F. Roek Helen Jave Tom Kansas City Amies Celeste Nellig Lida Milferran Anna Hagar Frank Taylor Los Angeles Mr. Hener Atchison Geo Smith Emporia JO. Hipley Stillwater J. Ro Medray A. P. Shreve Afiss Catharine Sutherland Calcage Aatt Weightman Munic Club George W. Parkhurst Potwin John A. Bricht Stormont Hospital Prospect Street O. J. Bassett Socarra N. M White Anna Joseph Booth Pueblo Col W. R Evans Bes IB. Larimer Potenti Colorado Springs Florence Smith W. H. Stillwell Alice Firnn Ralph Valentine Lawrence John Nickolean Alfred Prost Lagerstrom Atchigan Bessher Matel Day Maniton Rob May Michells Osage City Steichlers Coliese Alice Mason Mone Grace ' Caldwell Mangaret Bear Dan H. Case Portland, Ore Barney Waller Jefferson School Seventeenth Street Garfield Avenue Thirteenth Street Belleview Central Poliee Landon Harry Sinclair Fort Leavenworth Fourth Main Streets Central Station

Procession planned for Bryan arrival in Chicago

A large gathering of Democrats Populists and silver Republicans met to arrange Bryan's reception in Chicago. Next Saturday night representatives from various unions and both Populist wings approved a procession to escort the presidential nominee from the depot to his hotel with an estimated 20 000 participants.

Chicago Bryan Chibas

Murder in Metcalf Church Shocks Thomasville

A World special from Thomasville Ga reports Col James F Lilly was shot inside the Baptist church at Metcalf by John T Rushin. Rushin then severed part of the victim's head before attempting suicide with a gun. Authorities deem Rushin likely insane.

New York Thomasville James F. Lilly Metcalf Jobn T. Rushin Rushin Hin Vicom

Genoa shipbuilders refuse cruiser sale to Spain

Aug 2 Madrid reports Genoa shipyards declined to sell the cruiser Garibaldi to Spain citing Argentina's prior right. Admiral Beranger will go to Glasgow to negotiate for two trancladas. In Philadelphia, about 2,000 attended Edward Farr burial after the Reading Express crash into an Atlantic City excursion train.

Spain Madrid Genoa Garibald Argentina Beranger Glasgow Engineer Farrs Philadephia Edward Farr Reading Express West Jersey Atlantic City Camilen

Distress Mariners Rescued From Sinking Wreck in Mid Ocean

In mid ocean a dramatic rescue occurred from a waterlogged wreck on Tuesday as La Bourgoyne’s voyage to port from Havre ended aboard the steamship. Three hundred passengers watched the life-savers reach the Ernst, which sank after a long struggle, with Captain Le Boeuf and Lieutenant Notay guiding the effort. The Ernst crew were saved after a perilous sequence, the wreck remaining 200 yards away as boats battled heavy seas and shifting spray.

New York la Bourgoyne Havre Gerrea Ernet Wales New Brunswick le Boeuf Notay Ste [Nes Ernst Hark

Matthew Addy Dies at Fellmouth Mansion Leader of Addiston Firm

Matthew Addy aged 81 president of the Addiston Pipe and Steel company and founder of Addiston, died yesterday at his Fellmouth, Mass mansion. He was a longtime millionaire and benefactor to the city and its Presbyterian church.

Matthew Addy Cincinnati The Addiston, Pipe and Steel Company Addiston Fellmouth Mass Presbyterian Church

Chicago Wheat and Livestock Market Report August 3

The Chicago market shows dull activity with mixed moves in wheat steady to firm and corn volatile. Cattle and hog receipts rise as prices vary, with Texas and western cattle and steers guiding levels, while Kansas City reports weaker cattle demand and rising hogs amid broader market signals.

Chicago Igate Besves Texas Kansas City Aug Pee Reye Pexas Sherp—Ieceipty Aus. J Haute Deiani Timothy Chiotee Prairie Choice Creamery Stearty Creamery

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