02 Dec 1896
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1896
Page
1
Washington reports indicate a proposed open intervention if hostilities do not end, with major actors including Cleveland and Spain discussed. Sources warn of swift action and possible penalties or shifts in policy as debates intensify nationally.
Disjointed OCR notes describe ongoing delays and blast furnace activity near Watertown and the Guna canal. References to Washington officials, Harber, South Carvlak, and the Pittsburgh railroad imply transportation and port projects tied to course corrections and cargo handling. The text notes heavy loads of about 0 tons and mentions inspections and maintenance actions.
The county Republican committee filed a report showing 1700 dollars spent, including payments to a treasurer and various vendors. The document lists expenditures for meetings, travel, postage, and services across multiple districts and entities, with notes on reimbursements and dates.
Frayed OCR notes show a county board committee and state cultural council figures with disbursement certificates. It alleges expenditures by a Democratic party committee, claiming about $590 spent and $577 total fines, with many speakers traveling and local canvassing across Luis county amid unclear details.
A committee report records expenditures totaling 2600 dollars with line items for postage 188 office rent 202 and supplies. It notes several other costs and a dated recounting of fundraising and operational activities by the Populist committee during a campaign period.
A chaotic incident left a child injured as bystanders fled and authorities responded. The report notes a fall and a dangerous crowd as two youngsters were thrown from a trap, with one severely hurt while bystanders aided responders.
In Portsmouth Ohio the Alderson Haw adoption was enacted by the local Presbyterian church. The ceremony united Alderaon Haw with the parish and pastorate, with the service titled The Data gts of the Wirt Bresbstera church of Thitianmpalte Wasi. Details describe Deen a peach and subsequent community rites led by Regiemoune Fiske and other church figures.
Legal briefs detail motions in a federal to district court transfer regarding jurisdiction over the Santa Fe case. Attorneys anticipate a ruling Monday with Mecklen expected to follow, while opposing counsel prepare for possible remand or dismissal and await judge Thayer's decision.
About 2,000 striking workers attended December 24 talks. The trades court replaces a dispute panel with eight officials and several employers to form a court of arbitration. Representatives of the strikers will appoint a master list for the eight seats and file for a formal hearing.
Two jewel robberies occurred in St Boule last night. Mrs Galteaith, wife of a regional freight official, reports a diamond ring missing after someone opened her plate at a hotel dining room. Total loss valued around $2,000. Detectives continue investigating with suspects linked to the hotel and intersectional routes.
Fragmentary MES WH BEECHER BETTER report notes a fatal event early Sunday involving Mrs Reothers, aged ?, found dead in a boat near Sevilla after a wreck. The garbled lines mention a train, fire, and a family number sequence, with no clear local details.
Residents flee as rising Chippewa and Milwaulkee rivers flood the town. Merchants rush merchandise to safety while officials assess breaches and potential townwide damage. Fear mounts over river diversion and structural hazards as the community reels from rapid water rise and widespread disruption.
Fragmentary OCR reads like a note about patrolling or traffic near a track at Lake Pepia with references to a gorges or gill and ring rap rs, but legible details are missing for concrete events or entities.
David W. Kent elected as grand secretary of the I O O F in Kansas succeeding Wy Bain. Kent, a Pennsylvania native, studied law, practiced in Hutchinson, and joined Colfax lodge. He will move his family to Topeka and take up residence on Buchanan street with his wife and daughters assisting in the family business ventures.
In Trenton New Jersey two unemployed men seeking work at the new reservoir site clashed with others. A Mexican named Salvator fired multiple shots into the crowd wounding one bystander seriously. Another man William Lennox was shot in the arm. Salvator was arrested.
Fragmented historical note describes a postmaster incident in Washington with references to Bryan and Cleveland era political tensions. The text mentions a dismissive action against Vicary Kaw bern and Charles Raymond, amid accusations of political bias and influence in electoral matters.
At a Potwin Place meeting, residents clashed over electric lighting and militia readiness. The council debated depot work, street improvements, and a police presence while authorizing costs for gasoline lamps and sidewalk repairs totaling around $200.
In a chaotic OCR fragment, Hellsbower’s Bord, Mejie Shreve and Prank Lewelling allegedly sought settlement funds for a travel dispute, with a report citing a $30,100 increase to a $300,000 claim from Starwurse county. An earthquake near Csiro caused minor damage, with tremors felt across buildings, and a separate note mentions a suicide-related incident with a non-specific outcome.
A five year old boy, poorly clothed and nearly freezing, was found by police at Eighth and Kansas avenues and taken to a police station. He is the son of M. L. Geaburm, a painter, who later arrived and took the child home. Police Matron Thorpe cared for the boy before transfer.
Snow is falling in portions of Kansas and Colorado with forecasts of continued flurries this afternoon. Temperatures rose to around 40 above in the afternoon as residents note warmer conditions inland. Storm predictions suggested snow shifts focusing on the western states with tonight and Thursday turning milder.
In Creatent township two families, the McClures and Shaddons, clashed in a Battle array marked by stabbing and slashing. McClure Enjeh was stabbed 24 times and McClure Dave struck with deadly blows. Orville McClure and James Shadden were also injured as the altercation spilled from a disputed encounter to near fatal harm.
Report from Woodstock states a fire started today at the Clambrough Palace. The blaze was confined to the Foot despite efforts by fire crews from Woodstock and nearby towns.
Superior Judge Murphy ruled the new cross complaint by Min Nut Goodwin must be stricken. The court concluded the action was not in court for they had failed to answer. the divorce case is, for the moment, at an end. Peasants Oppose Royal Hunters. A political protest in Flan dere, protesting the king and prince, drew attention to the royal party amid public disapproval.
Decay of a New York actress Lelle Farretl is reported with a muddled account of a wedding, mistaken names, and a probate case. The article mentions Nat Godwitt and a breach of promise suit, plus a reference to a will and court actions.
Peru buys arms in Europe and French officers arrive in Lima to train the forces. The report, carried by official press from Buere, Bolivia via Galveston, Texas, suggests patriotic zeal among AFP supporters and readiness for possible events. Also promotes King’s New Life Pills with testimonials and a medical claim.
A brief item states that tests indicate cement used in the project is of good quality. The report notes favorable results from the cement trials and supports continued use in construction.
Superintendent H V Hinckley reports the Karones river bridge faced risk from imported Chicago cement. He notes 1300 barrels of suspect cement were found, tracing to Alpha cement companies warning him of weak batches. Tests showed cement may be damaged by damp storage but remains usable with proper care. He emphasizes careful testing and cautions against premature condemnation.
The Home Ropu advertises a round trip via Santa Fe from Kansas City to Arkareus Arigna Taittor Territory Livisiina New Mexion O bioma and Texas with a twenty day return limit. It promotes Ventibiled trains to St Louis and Burlington routes, claiming comfort and speed, plus medical remedies and miscellaneous notices.
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