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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Aug 20, 1896

Page

2

Measuring Mrs Lease in New York World Analysis

The New York World sent Dr Louise Bryant to measure and study Mary Elizabeth Lease in New York City. The investigation covers her physiology, voice, and temperament, labeling her as a figure of moral and political controversy. Lease discusses her protest background, self perception, and aims beyond mere electoral politics, focusing on moral influence and civic work.

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Reception to Li Hung Chang in Philadelphia Naval Review Planned

A reception for Li Hung Chang and entourage follows a union league meeting. Major Davin and Jon Rus sell Young coordinated events as Li arrives in New York August 71th, with a Naval review at Governor's Island and a West Point military review. Philadelphia hosts a reception Thursday with John Russell Young as guest.

Philadelphia George W. Davin U. Sarmy Jon Russell Young Union League Li Hung Cuang New York Governor# Island Cleveland West Point Chamber of Commerce of Brooklyn John Russell Young Wis Ambesador M Ulte Huger 17. S.A Department of the Atlantic Warwick Young Washington Whagare Falls Cacellan Pacific Railroad Vancouver China Lite Pacific Slope Chicago St Louis Omeba Minnespatia

McKinley Flower Bed Controversy and Local Races

In St Louis reports mention discord over a flower bed project in McKinley, alongside political shifts. Assistant Gen. Agent Brown died, and Town officials note changes in Canadian railway representation. Rian backs Frank Terrell for Congress in the Eleventh district. Harry Drummond’s health prompted Democratic withdrawals.

St. Louis McKinley St. Louis Aus Ridesly Ie McKintey Teason Brown Wansistent Genestretabe Sane Arsit Canadian Factte Railway Sted Canadian Rian Frank Terrell Congress Harry Drummond Gamines LY Health

New York O P May Split as Miller and Platt Factions Clash

In New York a Republican split looms as Miller and Platt factions refuse reconciliation. Millerites vow to bolt the Saratoga convention and mount an independent state ticket. Hanna’s influence and national committee pressure add certainty to a tense intra party showdown.

New York, Ave Warner Miller Herkimer Statesman Platt Miller Saratoga Piatt Machine State Committee Piatt Marc Hanns Febt Herkimer Morton St. Louis Campele New York Hanna Hie Iilmot Flower Jefters County Whitney Plower Cockran National Committee Pratt Bulter J. Hobart Joan MS. Biss Powell Clayton N. E Scott Wii McKinney Osbourne Edward Lautton

Eaton and Parsons to Race in Coast to Coast Meet

Eaton of Enila delphis and Australian champion Parsons have been matched to race in a three heat event at the Couli setthon on August 71. On August 2 the nine men meet in five mile heats two to three. Purposes are $1 each night with winner take all. Both are on the ground.

Eaton Parsons Racawashvile Eniladelphis Eb Parsons Coulisetthon

Railroad Wreck Near Canton Claims Two Lives

Canton, Aug. 20 A locomotive drawing a cargo train derailed near Carrollton and plunged down an embankment. Engineers Joseph Kirk and Fireman John were crushed to death in Canton.

Canton Cleveland Southern Carrollton Joseph Kirk John

Sherman Speaks at Cincinnati Tariff Night

Senator Sherman addresses a large crowd at Cincinnati zoological gardens arguing the Gorman-Wilson tariff, current panic, and depressed industries stem from the law. He contrasts Bryan and McKinley records, noting the tariff’s lingering effects and potential future fines under McKinney. Other speakers Bromwi eld and Sollestor Speigte were cut short.

Sherman Cincinnati Bryan Cincinnati Senator Sherman Zoological Gardens Congressman Bromiwedl Sollestor Speigte Gorman-Wilson Tarly McKinney Congress Bryan McKinley

Bryan at Church Picnic Visit to Governor’s Home

A Bryan campaign visit drives from Red Hook to Rhinebeck near Ellersite and the Mor ton estate. The party toured a dairy farm and sterilizing plant, then attended a Rhinebeck church picnic where Bryan spoke urging thoughtful consideration and a free life of conscience.

Gov. Morton Upper Rea Hook Gid Bryan Uswa Rhinebeck Leavine Astors Charilers Levi P. Morion Astersite Morton Ashley Cole Ellersite Thun Jason A. Ruppert Hifiide Methodist Church Rhine Beck George Eaveline Mr. Brean

Notth Topeka AD items fill State Journal spots

Local notices list ads and travel notices from Topeka and surrounding towns. Names such as F D Wilson Kansas City and Clyde Jones Bradford appear with travel and visit updates. Social events include a Fraternal Art social at Mire Billard and a Presbyterian ladies meeting on Friday afternoon. Weather mentions rain harms sidewalks and decorative pests.

State Journal Kimballing Co Kansas Avenue F. D. Wilson Kansas City Will Lacey Colorado Malcolm James Davis & Bheets Clyde Jones Bradford Wax Bigrgee Victor Frank Hoyt Maurice Toad Tavens W. J. Newton Ottawa Hills i Congress J. Dodd Tinnett West Gordon Street F. M. Tutte Waniego Laurent Clarice North Monroe Clay Celek Rrneld Jackson Street Kamer George Capt. Rowley Binema Alee Effie King Dutut Mra Bert Feaster Chinch Buea

Fusion Plan Split Electors For State Ticket

Washington Aug 20 The Populist and Silver Party national committees plan joint headquarters at Wormleys hotel with Democratic leaders. They vow to fundraise from small contributions while opposing any state fusion by trading electors. Butler says Populists back Bryan Watson ticket. advocates fair division of electors where both parties cooperate.

Washington Silver Party National Executive Committee Wormley's Democratic Congressional Committee National Democratic Committee Stevens Silver Party Committee Didendorfer George Quesny Lane Enetor Faulkner New York City Butler Bryan Watson National Committee Traightout

West Side Street Railway Trasehise Passes City Council

Kansas Bay Aus 22 The West Side Street railway franchise passed the upper house Tuesday night with an eight tickets for 25 cents fare proposed for workers commuting morning and evening. The measure moves to the lower house where opposition may attempt to defeat the reduced fare. Mayor Jones pledged to veto the ordinance unless concessions justify the grant.

Kansas Bay Aus West Side Street Railway Jones

Begg's Hair Renewer and De Witt's Cholera Cure Ad

An old newspaper fragment advertises Begg's Hair Renewer as a universal scalp conditioner and hair softener. It also promotes De Witt's Colic and Cholera Cure as a quick remedy for cholera morbus or diarrhoea. The snippet mentions druggists and a signature G. W. Stinafield.

Begg de Witt G. W. Stinafield G. W. Brainfold

Bevan's New York Speech Declared a Failure

Describes Depew’s verdict that Bryan’s New York speech failed to meet expectations. Cites comparison to Lincoln and Grady, notes cosmopolitan New York audience, and asserts Bryan did not hold or inspire the crowd, with many leaving unimpressed.

Bryan Lincoln New York Ryan

Body sent to Pokagon for Mendenhall heirloom copy

Telegrams from Mich. indicate four men killed in Rock Island stock car wreck at Summerville. Mendenhall, identified as FL, is being shipped to Pokagon, care of mother Mrs. Jane E. Mendenhart. Other bodies still unaccounted for. after the required hours, they will go to county authorities for burial.

Moss Penwell Mendenhall Rock Island Summerville Mich Hila F. Hutton Niles Pokkgon Mich Jane E. Mendenhart

Reed Delivers September Talk on Maine’s Voice in November

The Lincoln club in Portland hosted Thomas B. Reed who urged Maine voters to speak strongly in September for a larger impact in November. Reed praised the party nominee’s honesty, warned Maine’s distinct political stance, and urged a good, lawful majority amid calls for national prosperity and reform.

Bays Maine Portland Atte Lincoln Club Thomas Bb. Reed Simmer Grand Beach Reed Oregon Vermont Alabama

Populist Headquarters to Be Established in Chicago

Washington Aug 20 The executive committee of the Populists intends to establish branch headquarters in Chicago with George F Washburn of Mimmaoti as charge and C.F. Tuyen of Philadelphia as treasurer Resks of Indiana and chair Buller to oversee the campaign. The plan aims to organize aggressively through late September with limited speaker travel. The note mentions railroad city Fort Scott and a river view promotion for investors and home seekers.

Chicago Washington The Populiets Decital George F. Washburn Mimmaoti Aleé Campaden Cunatelle H.W. Revd Georgia C.F .Tuyen Phildviptia Resks Indiana Buller Campalen Rorarattice Faulkner Democratics Rweainaeel Ceca Siete Mpcansiteas Ford Phis Fort Scots & Mem- Co Larued & Bank

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