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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1896
Page
6
In Topeka and vicinity society life thrives with numerous gatherings and visits. Local residents including Miss Jewshi Small, Miss May Dal Mish, Mr. Herbert Armatrung, and Mrs. H. Merriam attended waterfront and whist events while others hosted teas and excursions, with many trips to Chicago, Boulder, and Santa Fe noted among dozens of acquaintances.
Milwaukee August 27 the gold Democratic convention adopted regulations for the gold standard endorsing the Chicago convention and the unit rule to sustain True Democracy and the new standard. It backed Cleveland administration and a monetary system to pay all debts and weapon costs in dollars worth 190 cents. The gathering selected an electoral ticket and four delegates at large for Indianapolis. A resolution urged Gen Edward Brace of Wisconsin for the presidential nomination and Brace gave a brief speech. The state central committee was instructed to name a state committee or call a convention as needed.
Thomas Watson questions official notification in nomination, levels harsh charges at Senator Butler for misquoting remarks about populist nominees. He criticizes Allen for defying convention and hints Bryan’s return to favor may impact support, arguing Bryan owes the party loyalty to Watson.
Mrs J A Manning will not be prosecuted for complicity in the murder of her husband at Gullefe Oklahoma. She is at prevent Int jal but it is understood that she will be released. Grover Huntley is in jail and is charged with the murder. It was supposed that Mrs Manning was in love with Huntly and on this supposition the arrest was made. But each a rumor seems to have been tin tras. Mrs Manning used to live in Topeka and was known here as Milas Minnis McGregor at 720 West Fifth street. She was highly respected while here and the news of her arrest was a shock to her friends.
Greensbirs Aug 27 A Republican Bree Silver club of 159 members has been organized here voting to support Bryan and Bewall Majer Ho Glenn, brother to Governor Glenn of Illinois, elected president. Glenn, 72, has long been a radical Republican. Estimated 500 Hepabli cans in the state’s strongest Republican county may vote Democratic in November. Sedolie Aug 27 W T Walter assistant claim agent for Missouri Pacific reports a pear tree bearing its third crop of the season at his premises, with first crop early, second crop half size, third crop as large as pigeon eggs and still growing.
One fare for round trip on the Santa Fe Route with tickets on sale August 30 and return limit September 1. Enquire Cromwell & Jeffers North Topeka or at Santa Fe depot foot of First street. W. C. Garvey, Agent.
Litts allies study supports a new sanitation ordinance. The plan would require weekly alley inspections, weekly to biweekly garbage collection, and standard waste receptacles. Council committees favor reporting the measure, urging a citywide rollout with attendant costs and equipment needs.
National Eisteddfon in Denver September 15 invites travelers via Santa Fe Route from Kansas City to Billings and Montana. One fare plus 200 round trip with sale August 2 to September 1. Final omit for return September 3. Through sleepers, chair cars, and links to Puget Sound and Colorado. Agent details for tickets and through lines provided.
Topeka residents hear from Congressman Curtis in Rossville and Luli's ball in the Fifth ward. Marshall's band ends its season with a concert and Orlin Crawford shifts plans to manage the Grand. Health committee visits North Topeka sewer district while several locals recover from illness.
In Leavenworth on August 27, W A Harris is running for state senator with Colonel W W Burris of Linwood mentioned as a candidate. This county sees Harris likely to secure endorsements from both parties. Local readers are invited to try our color catalog. Bre can supply new colors.
Aug 29 in Sabetha W J Bailey addressed about 1,000 voters at G A E hall. A McKinley and Hobert club with 430 members formed. Eight prominent Democrats repudiated the Chicago platform and will back McKinley.
Chicago market notes strong start for wheat then weakness as New York and overseas markets slide. December wheat up to 60 60 a rise. corn eased on weather. hogs cattle and sheep receipts and prices listed as of Aug 27 with Kansas City and Minneapolis markets summarized.
Wheat yields are fully maintained and the week’s packing reaches 240,000. Scarcity of ocean freight space and rising freight costs limit exports from Chicago. Prices in Liverpool appear constrained, with Chicago inspections showing Wheat 158 cars and various grades of corn oats and pork futures trading alongside options.
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