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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Aug 16, 1899

Page

6

President McKinley Speaks at Catholic Summer School

President McKinley and Private Secretary Cunelyor attended the Catholic Summer School of America at Lake Champlain. Arch festoons greeted the crowd as McKinley urged unity under the national creed while cheering attendees waved handkerchiefs and sang, then met him after the address.

Pintishore Meicier Cunelyor Catholic Summmer School of America Clut Fens Lake Champlain Ariumphal Evererecce Amtricns Sriteriusa Doolsetti Lathalie Summ Mektnies Father Lavell Rtr Wifa Feimarke Lee Stardy MecKinley United State United States Risbelttor Wil Une Sthee Mcihinley Father Lovell Aera Mr. Cortely

Prisoner Jesse Gilbert aided by visitor with provisions

In a county jail scene a visitor named a woman brought Gilbert food and notes. She attempted to sway jail officers to release him for a brief visit to his sister after his sentence, stating his wife and other hardships. Gilbert faced a total cost of 158 and served the full sentence. The article blends this incident with unrelated notes on the U S postal trains and local commerce.

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William Bryan speaks on silver and trusts in Des Moines

William J. Bryan addressed about 4900 people at the Des Moines auditorium, urging the Democratic stance on silver as key to prosperity. He criticized Republican gold standard and money trusts, warned of imperial costs, and argued the need for federal action or a special session to sustain policy.

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Report on H Clay Evans Exoneration Denied

Col H B Con of Chattanooga and one of five G A F committee members denies any exoneration of Pension Commissioner H Clay Evans. He notes no committee report has been issued and no written document exists yet. B Homen of Sacheaville will chair the committee and draft a report for the September 1 meeting in Wauhtre.

Col Casa Clay Evans Chattanooga Trin Aue Col. H. B. Con H. Clay Evans Evant Rey Tans B. Homen Sacheavilier Chalniet Wauhtre

Cincinnati candidate to oversee canvass in city race

Joan Ro McLean, proprietor of the Cincinnati Enquirer outlet, leases Shoemaker section on Pie Street from August 20 to November 9 and plans to arrive next week to manage his canvass for the Democratic nomination in the Villeville race, staying through the November election to provide personal attention to his campaign.

Cintinnati Joan RO McLean Cincinnat Enauker Pie Street Wi Ville Atay — 2 Wit

Deep Water Navigation Aims Move Toward Gulf Access

Peoria dispatch reports valley residents pressing for a deep waterway from the Mississippi to the Gulf. Delegates from the United States Weather Association and lower Illinois voting group discuss a river convention in Chicago to urge federal support for deep water navigation over slack water policy. A statewide meeting of county representatives, governors, and drainage trustees is planned for October to coordinate this effort. Alexandria reports widespread foot and mouth disease in Egypt with multiple new cases since July 15.

Chicago Tribune Peoria Tilate Mikes Gulf UN Usaeer Tllinois Feorta Todicy Bie River Convention | To Be Held Here Tn Oer Proposal of © Wat Catirrens Egypt Alexandria Esyat Aus

Tired of Justice Fuller Rhodes Seeks Pardon

Fuller Rhodes, who turned himself in for a prison term begun in Wichita in 1889, seeks a pardon. He claims conversion in Great Falls and Jamestown led to reform, and that he will surrender if pursued. He wrote Sheriff Cone from Jamestown detailing his conversion and desire for a better life.

Fuller Rhodes Stanley Eas Tannae Rodes Wichita Rhodes William Hess Rufe Cone Jamestown Ani Great Falls Mont Sherif Cone N. D N. Ds Sheri Sedgwick County N.D Salvation Army

Dewey Appears on Deck Aboard Olympia

Aug 16 Leghorn Admiral Dewey ill with fever yet appears on the deck of the Olympia, an early morning sign of recovery. He is expected to receive a reception before departing for Florence.

Leghorn Dewey Rowhetter Olympia Florence

Piggs Won't Learn From Deadly Gasoline Hazards

Fire brigade was called twice in the morning to 14 Polk Street for gasoline ignition near James Clark’s home. A 2:20 p.m. alarm sent responders to Fifth Avenue hotel where gasoline vapor near bedstead cleaning caused flames. fire was subdued with water. Three weeks earlier the hotel fire led to a warning to proprietor Afron Pig about gasoline use. Caution rises over gasoline handling and ignition risks from matches, stove flames, or cigars.

Polk Street James Clark Fifth Avenue Afron Plig Wimerth

Anti Expansionsists Plot May Shape Next Presidential Race

Washington gossip reports Senator Clay of Georgia predicts an anti expansion Republican ticket led by The Continental Republicans. Former Treasury Secretary Boutwell of Massachusetts is eyed as a presidential candidate, with Teed possibly at the top but not guaranteed. The plan aims to deny the regular Republicans any New England wins.

New York Herald Washington Clay Georgia Feld Repubes Breaker Teed Treasury George S Boutwell Maskachiseua Yen

Milwaukee chosen as next meeting place of Typographical Union

A report from committees favors a special assessment on members of the Typographical Union in Milwaukee for a three month period if the union fund falls below a set threshold. The convention also discusses issues with printers, grocery merchants, and a Barn Concert tonight at Garfield Park by Marshall's band.

The Typographical Union Detroit Wexakon Saplazorital Reppetty Taumet Tepark Auerniuend Valen HH Babisaat Groerier Kohinast Milan Garfield Park Marshall

Dreyfus Trial Proceedings Reach Fatigue Peak

Testimony by Gen Roget centers on alleged treason clues in the bordereau and Dreyfus's presumed knowledge of military plans. He insists Esterhazy did not write the key document, cites Picquart’s methods as fraudulent, and notes a 100,000 franc reserve used to surveil an innocent officer. Dreyfus declares his anguish at the ongoing torture of the process.

M Re Mme” Fenty Urilde Mirrow Moratke Sand Heer Nurderenu Dave Tecysus Tie Isaneet Ferry Thin Cole Janiaiat Henry Roget Dreytur Eeterhagy Hut Hurderead Wittess Court of Son Esterhazy Sand Herr Gen Col Sand Todd Col. Sand Herr Intelligence Department Col Henry Towettier Cal Eeternaity Haterhazy Eaterhazy Roger Taras M. Bertiius M. Bertmasek MM. Hertulus Blanche Aperanza Torgorion Rogirt M. Bertalue M. Cavaignar Vair Raale Cuera M. Bertulua Che Afacdame Pais de Roget Casimir-Perier Caseation Abe Col. Schwarter Col. Picquart Col. Saud Terr Dubois Duboin MO Trurieux Dreyfus Otter Plequart Eile War Office M. Deinange Pitquart Jouatiat Gem Roget Hegan Col. Jouaust M. Labort MM. Lebon Guerin

Dreyfus Acquittal Rumor Ties to Labor Plot

A cable from Joseph Retnach to the Journal and Advertiser asserts the Labort shooting will inflame the court and suggests a wide crime syndicate aimed at stirring sympathy for Dreyfus. He claims premeditated murder tied to anti labor agendas, with ties to forgers and attempted further strikes.

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Old Acquaintances Speak Well of Dreyfus In Chicago

Jean Pief of New York visiting Chicago says he was a schoolmate of Captain Dreyfus in Alsace and recalls him as an honorable, straightforward boy. Pief’s family background is described as wealthy and respected, and he cannot believe Dreyfus could betray France.

Dreyfus Chicago Jean Pfiet New York Vislting Captain Dreyfus Pief Maclhasen Alsace Europe

Special G A R Excursion to Philadelphia by Lake Shore Railway

Public notice advertises an excursion to Philadelphia via the Lake Shore and Michigan Southern line with tickets on sale September 1 through 4 at reduced rates. Final return by September 2 with optional routes and stopover privileges. circulars available from BR P Humphrey Kansas City and others.

Philadelphia Lake Shore & Michigan Southern Railway BR P Humphrey T. P Kansas City F. M. Byron

Market Report From Daily Trading Summary

Readable lines describe wheat and corn futures with notes on prices, receipts, and trading activity. NorthWest receipts compare to prior week, with autumn contracts opening higher then fluctuating. Hog and pork futures show mixed movement, while barley and other grains list cash values and August September prices.

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Grain Letter from Commission Agent Shows Mixed Grain Tone

Grain Letter furnished by J C Goings and Dan J Koveku reports on movement in corn and wheat with mild declines and modest advances. Market notes mention slow corn trading, favorable spring weather driving optimism, and variable receipts at primary points. Hog and cattle prices ease slightly while Kansas City and New York markets reflect tentative demand and export activity.

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Market Gomaip. Prices and notes from commodity markets

Market details cover grains corn oats and wheat with rates and futures in flux. Notes discuss Kansas City and New York postings, river markets, and general market sentiment. References to buyers sellers and potential declines in oats and corn amid broader trading activity.

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