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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 05, 1896

Page

3

Letter From Brewer Seeks Closure of Salina Joints

Ill health and a dramatic letter from Justice Brewer are cited as context for a drive by Assistant Attorney General Bishop to close Salina joints at any cost. The text references a commission letter on the Venezuela British Guiana boundary and lists several officials, including W E Bishop, A Mallel-Prevost, and others, with discussion of prosecutions for violations of the probability law and ongoing trials. The report mentions a KeeKeeper case, missing person searches, and local civic notes including cathedral organ installation plans and commercial club formation.

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Lawrence University Second Term Opens With Strong Attendance

Lawrence University began the second term on Feb 5 with higher attendance across departments. New Latin professor D J Golmes assumed the Latin chair after D Willobhaan’s passing, and E H Bailey, recently returning from Europe, resumed duties.

Lawrence University Lawrence Kamdax University D. J. Golmes Pew D. Willobhaan E HB Bailey Europe

Big Attendance Croker Aims at English Oaks

Richard Croker prepares for a prominent bid at the English Oaks as heavy turnout expectations surround the meeting. Croker, a noted figure in racing circles, seeks a strong performance and possible stakes elevation in the forthcoming event.

Richard Croker

Fistic fray and goad chase across El Paso streets

The El Paso dispatch details a wild scene as a notorious fight promoter draws crowds for planned boxing bouts. A goat chased by Nero the lion causes chaos on adobe walls while locals flee in terror. Authorities acknowledge limited power to enforce prizefight prohibitions in New Mexico territory.

Devon Paso Bob Fitzsimmons Tian Nero Jusrex Pitz Prinches Groat Witz Julisa Swazler Alexicans Goat Lot Fite Gnally

Judge Horton declines U S Senate bid in formal announcement

Ex Chief Justice Albert H Horton says he will not seek the United States Senate in a public statement. He cites a long legal career and preference to remain private, despite assurances from Atchison and Topeka of favorable support. Horton retires from public service to focus on law practice.

Ale U.S Albert H. Horton United States Horton Atchisos Topeka Peller Faa

Pardoned Council Grove hotelier after petition

J N Barber a Council Grove hotelier, twice convicted of selling liquor, was pardoned by Governor Morrill after a petition signed by ten citizens pleaded for clemency. Barber faced a $200 fine and 61 days in jail. the governor released him on payment after signing without further investigation.

Couneil Grove Heranse Morrill J. N. Barber Barber Court of Appoala Council Grove Berber C. 5. Kelly Morris County State Bank J. MM. Hennen A. J. Murka W. H. White Farmers’ and Drovers Bank W. J. McGeorge HE. Richard W. P. Soumieifer Maar Heese Grocer N_ Trowbridge Farmaciet

Disastrous Effect Of Bringing Porter From New York To Denver

Desven Feb 5. The western passenger association faces disruption over travel plans. A special Denver to New York route is arranged via Denver & Rio Grande, Missouri Pacific, and Seaboard lines to escort J B Porter president of the New York Mining Exchange from Denver to New York for the opening of the new exchange. Colorado mining men secure a round trip rate of 00, lower than standard line fares.

Porter New York Denver Desven Western Parsenger Association Denver & Rio Grande Missouri Pacific and Seaboard Colorado J. B. Porter New York Mining Exchange New Exchange Tual

Starving Paris Doctors and Free Hospitals Highlight Plight

A Paris medical crisis is blamed on dwindling doctor earnings and rising hospital free care. A veteran doctor committed suicide with his wife amid alleged widespread physician poverty as epidemics ease and training hospitals offer free instruction. The item also advertises Baby remedies and local ads from a bygone era.

Free Hospital Paris New York World Arnaud de Langford

Crager’s Blood Trial Witness Accounts in Shooting Case

Testimony details Crager shooting Gaines after a confrontation at a Kansas City area scene. Witnesses describe Crager’s pursuit, Gaines’s reply, a gas pipe used as a weapon, and multiple accounts of the event from Robbins family members and other bystanders. The coroner's inquiry and cross examinations reveal conflicting recollections and emphasize the violent struggle surrounding Crager’s death.

Mr. Crager Iso Ase RB. Welch Schriber Gaines Galues Gaines Eharger Mr. Cruger Cruger Myr Chziber Dturris Crazer Crager Tom Robbiss Vance Wabawasea County Second Street Kansas City Tome Robbins Mr. Vance Lie Mrs. Ceaver Milas Little Robbins Tom Robbins I. W. Bailey Criger Hibben J. B. Eibben Cynthia Robbins Kan City Mr. Croger Ms. Cruger Weichcot West Howe Tom Gainesey Creger Galaes Neues Bin Ain Welch Welch Croger Agus de Wilkerson Art Welloan

Wilde Widow Speranza Wilde Dies After Illness

Speranza Wilde, widow of Dr. Robert Wilde, dies after a long illness. She served as Lady of the Court and mother of the late Wilde, with ties to Tremend and other high offices. Funeral arrangements to be announced by the Wilde household.

Dr. Hand Hand Stor Wilde June Sranceses Speranza Wilde Robert Wilde Tretend Djecar Wilde

Anti Prize Fight Bill Passed Without Divisions

An article fragment notes that a contested anti prize fight bill in Washington has passed without division. It cites concerns about heredity and privilege in India and Europe, mentions The Spectator commentary, a tale of a Christmas gift to George Washington, and a Manchester commuter club arranged railcars with lockers.

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