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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Aug 12, 1896

Page

6

Fusion in North Carolina Propositions for Union

The Populists and Democrats discuss electoral fusion plans in North Carolina. Senator Butler, head of the Populist national committee, calls a meeting for August 15 in Sherman Washington. The Democratic state committee ponders joint fusion and apportionment of offices, including governor or senator, with four Congressmen and four Democrats to be contested. Butler’s memorandum to Democratic chair Barton outlines goals but hints at unresolved issues before the state convention.

Rassign N.C Aig Qutler Naional Sherman, Waehingaon Democratic State Committee Butler Bantey Iit

English to invade U. S. if McKinley elected

English manufacturers plan to start mills in the United States to avoid tariff barriers. The Pall Mall Gazette notes that McKinley’s possible election may prompt many English firms and capitalists to establish operations in America to access the market and reduce tariff costs.

McKinley Lenton United States America Ieee Taeing Caplinitets

Purchase Accepted for Mills Near Philadelphia

The offer to reputable English mills has been provisionally accepted in three instances two for Worsted men and one for a lace maker. A second fire at Laden ERP has purchased the Mineuia curtain mills near Philadelphia.

Enetish Muila Mineuia Philatelphia

National Editorial Association to Meet and Plan Next Convention

The executive committee met at Planters Hotel with President RO H Thomas in the chair. They decided to host the next annual convention in Galveston, Texas on February 3, 4, and 6. A trip to Mexico is planned with railroad support. A writers’ bureau was informally discussed for future action.

National St. Louis National Editorial Association Planters Hotet RO H Thomas Mechanicnburg Galveston Tex Bmexico Rillroads Pan

Prisoner Seska Escapes Likely In County Work Details

Prisoner Seska escaped while returning from the county work party after a two day sentence for stealing clothes. A hidden topmo n behind a door exposed the escape plan. He faces dungeon confinement on bread and water for a week. Five tramps were arrested this morning by Pacific railroad yards Patrolmen Pinkstyn and Lucas. Frank Payne, George Jackson and Wim Stewert each fined 1d for vagrancy. two tramps released.

Seska George Thompson Hiim Thetopeon Pacific Railroad Pinkstyn Lucas Frank Payne George Jackson Wim Stewert

Impostor Alert Touts Shady Claim by G B Streit in Topeka

A Kansas bulletin details a fraud case where B Streit misrepresented as Adams of the Armenian Mutual Building and Loan, operating in Chattanooga. The notice reports Streit’s deceitful actions, departure with unsettled dues, and emphasizes he had no authority to act for the association, urging vigilance to prevent further scams.

B. Streit American Mutual” of Chattanooga Ballor Topeke State Journal Kansas Baldwin AUE Stuart House Bulawi F. Adams Topeka Armenian Mutual Building & Loan Assoctation Chattanoora Tenn Adams G. B. Streit Debra Betdivin American Mutual G. B. Stelt W. J. Alder

Heat Prostration Fatalities Reported in Philadelphia and New York

Police tally four deaths and numerous prostrations from intense heat in Philadelphia from Aug 12 to 11 o'clock. Names listed include John Hers, Broderick Kriwein, Cevetian Morris, Hugh Drugs, with heat readings up to 10 degrees higher than the previous day. New York reports several more deaths: Catharine McGrath 33, Frank Rooney, Cecil McGoinn 29, Wm. McNamara 70, Edward McConn 40, Taknon han, from midnight to 10 am.

Philadelphia Ates John Hers Broderick Kriwein Cevetian Morris Hugh Drugs Buresia New York Follos Catharine McGrath Frank Rooney Cecil McGoinn Wm. McNamara Edward McConn Taknon Han

Princess of Wales Looks at Spinning Wheel in Early Life

The future queen of England grew up in modest circumstances as the daughter of a duke without a private fortune. She learned needlework and housewifery from her German mother and valued the spinning wheel as a feminine craft. Now a grandmother, she remains graceful, loving, and practical, with strong common sense guarding her family from spoilage.

England Wales Duke of Schleswig-Holstein-Sonderburg-Glucksburg Europe Princess of Wales Prince Edward Buckingham

Topeka Society Notes Highlight Local Visits and Teas

In Topeka and vicinity society events unfold with Mrs. J T Lovewell hosting six ty ladies for a lawn tea in honor of her sister Mrs Miller who sails to Mississippi to oversee a 200 pupil colored school. Numerous social outings at Gage’s lake and McAtee’s Lake feature swimming dances and guest lists of local families and visitors, with many names and trips to Colorado Springs, Kansas City, and Manitou.

J.T. Lovewell M & G'Elock Mra. Miller Miastesippi Huth Schnachke Walter Horner George Corning A. S Thomas Gaye's Lake Lilie Carrie Merrick Daisy Smith Lara Ebrisht Tomouctin Mexico James O'Brien Quenemo Mer Golin Nichols Daley Hayex James Morrison Chicago Roberta Wasesn Martin's Bil W. K. McFartin Kirk Davenport Jas. le Hing Joly Nicholson Lawrence Alfred Frost Frank G. Willard Colorado Springs Cripple Creek Mint Jessie Perkins Decatur Laura Weidlime Lola Brown Kansas City HC Goodell Belle Newton Holman North Tope Ark L. Thompson Misa Helen Thompson Hoy Thompson Glenwood Springs Cal HL P Dillon Jack Patterson Ed Burnett Wichita Colorado Susie Gay Trabel Thompson Frank Merriam Manitou Merriam Topeka Tenth Fillmore Streets William Forbes Ute Haskill WH. Johnston Rety Harry Olimer McFarland Kay George Holsinger Olle Morgan Rosedale Jessie Si Birdie King Robert Smith Frankfort Henry Smith Bisalow Kan James Smith Fardty de Harris Ottawa Wasson Bert Son Frank el Paro Texas Grace Caldwell Eos Fannie Ars Harry Richter Bertha Council Grove

Snap Shots In South Missouri book offered by railroad may attract buyers

A Kansas City based railroad company issues a large photo-engraved views book titled Snap Shots In South Missouri. The volume surveys topography and industry of the region, promoted to home-seekers and investors. Mailed free with a four cent reply in Lockwood Missouri and Kansas City. Also mentions local laundry and medical testimonials.

South Missouri Kansas City, Fort Scott & Memphis Railroad Co South Mismostra Lockwoon Kansas City

Home Seekers Excursions Via Burlington Route

Advertises low price excursion tickets by the Burlington Route on August 4 and 18, September 1, and 20 for homeseekers to Kansas Nebraska Wyoming Utah Black Hills and other territory. Highlights two daily through trains from Missouri River points to the north with sleeper cars chair cars and dining cars. shortest through service to the far West. trains Kansas City to Billings and Denver Rio Grande scenic line. Contact local agent or G A MacNutt Kansas City for details.

Bean Burlington Kansas Nebraska Wyoming Utah Wakeley St. Louie St. Paul Minneapolis Missouri River Sioux City Council Bluffs Omaha L. Wakeley St Louis Colorado Montane Black Hills Puget Sound Pacific Coast Missouri River Cities Far West Kansas City Billings Mont Kanes City Lincoln Neb Lo Bulings Northern Pacific Montana Kensae City Denver Rio Grande Colorido California Ank Missouri, Kansas & Texas Railway G. A. Mac Nutt Union Ave

Market Report signals decline on strong receipts and weak demand

Chicago traders opened today with a weak undertone as higher receipts and lower cattle and corn prices pulled futures lower. September wheat and corn fell while oats and hogs showed mixed moves amid dull trading. cattle and sheep receipts and steady to lower bids reflected cautious demand across futures and cash markets.

Chicago Shorts Imo Diagc Ibibo

Kansas City Produce Market and Livestock Report

Kansas City August 12 wheat prices fell 2 cents in low grades while corn and oats showed mixed shifts. No. 2 white corn quoted around 22 to 24 cents, rye near 25, hay steady. In livestock, cattle receipts were 4,000 with 4,500 shipments, beef steers and native cows quoted at various steady to weak levels. Texas steers around 1.00 to 1.20, stockers and feeders 2.60 to 7.50, dull demand noted.

Reeves Texas Kansas City Kansan City Aeview Sieece-Se Yonial

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