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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 07, 1896

Page

5

Fortieth Anniversary Celebrated by Republican Clubs

The Union Republican club of Washington plans a February 22 celebration for the fortieth anniversary of the national Republican party. EA McAlpine, head of the tonal league, suggested sending 20 soldiers to Republican clubs nationwide to mark the occasion.

Washixcton Union Reblican Club of Washington National Republican Party EA. McAlpine League of Republican Clubs

Barefooted in Snow at Opera House Seat Seized by Police

A man in only a shirt and trousers, barefoot in falling snow, rushed into Crawford's opera house and sat calmly before being arrested by Officer Johnson. Identified as Brittendale, he had been boarding at Gallagher's at 220 Kanes Avenue. He showed signs of insanity and had recently been discharged from an asylum. Gallagher intended to place him under care. probate judge may order return to the asylum without trial. Funeral notice for Edward P. Kellam of Orient Lodge No. 51 and Topska Lodge No. 17 at Masonic Hall, with Evan Davis as secretary.

Johnson Brittendale Gillagher's Kangus Areaas James Gallager Mr. Gallagher Opera House Mr Gallagher Officer Johnson Brookville Topeka Kanees Avenue Beittendale Bear Pe Gallagher Wood Orient Lodge No. 51 Masonic Hall Edward P. Kellam Hoparrs Evan Davi AP. A Wichita United States Hku Veges J. C. Long Leavenworth King Kansas Bay C. i. Luling Wickive

Case Reaches The Jury In Gaines Trial Proceedings

Jurors hear closing arguments after defense and county attorney present rebuttal evidence. Witness Henry Schriber described as seen near the scene during the killing at 1913 North Jackson Street. Gaines testifies in a calm, defensive style while recounting the confrontation.

Gaines Sam Bfarksoun Street Hazen Bafford Mee Kioesld Misa Inex Kinecal Norte Harrison Henry Schriber Miss Kincaid Lobriber Killine Croger Mra. Robbins Crus Guo Tom Robbins Dee Wilkerauo Art Wellman Beloit Topeka Sunday Sun Oregon Peereiek Newar Indian Territory Meathers Inn Crager

Leland Fights Topeka For State Conventions In Tourney

Cy Leland and the Republican state central committee clash with Topeka over securing state conventions. Leland promises to block Topeka’s influence, aiming to send the second convention to Hutchinson to nominate the state ticket, citing Shawnee County’s 4000 majority as leverage. Judge J. R. Johnson vs Cy Leland unfolds as a marquee national committeeman battle.

Gare Cy Leland Republican State Central Committee Topeka Lim Cas Leland State Central Committee Hutchinson Shawnee County Nations Republian

Turbulent Letters Drive Turmoil in State Senate

A letter from Pittsburg merchant John Boeod to John Breidenthal references a recent American article and defends land depreciation claims. The missive accuses Senator Byker Thurston and Nelson of siding with Rothschild interests against farmers and warns of payback over silver depreciation.

John Bank Breldenthal John Boeod Pittsburg, Pantala Breidenthal The American Mr. Hood Pennsylvania Greenwood County Kansas Byker Thurston Nebraska Nelson Minnesota Rothechilds John Bolall Sena

Kansans mull congressional race with multiple candidacies

The Second district race grows as Sarbech of Holton enters as Kansas first Democratic hopeful for Congress to succeed O L ere Mose. W A Reeder plans to run as an irrigation candidate, A H Ellis faces opposition. The LaCygne Journal backs Potter of Peabody for governor and J M Dunsimore, once speaker, is discussed for lieutenant governor on the Populist ticket.

Sdidate Han Wits Vimnes M. Harvey Topeka Fos Mr. Harvey Vincent Lewelling O. Lere Mose Sarbech Holton Kansas W. A. Reeder Aes Rcape A. H. Ellis LaCygne Journal Mr. Potter Peabody J. M. Dunsimore Bovefror

Western Democrats Bolt Over Silver Policy Debate

Mayor William L. Steele and Miss Steele discuss party splits over silver at an auditorium stop en route to Helens. Steele says western Democrats favor a free silver plank and may form a silver party if unmet. Montana Republicans expect no silver action at St Louis, while Montana delegates may back Teller or Morrison with pro silver leanings.

Curiaco William L. Steele Miss Steele Helena New Port News Helens Mont West Montana Louis S. Louis Teller Chicago Morrison Tey Morgan Alabama Daniel Virginia

Disappearance of Mrs Cody Leaves Tacoma Mystery Open

The wife of Arihue Body of Chicago vanished from her Tacoma parents home a week ago. Rumors she reached Portland were disproved as she was found elsewhere in Woodstock with another family. Detective Evans and Mrs Cody’s brother returned to Tacoma believing she may have taken her own life.

Pontnaxn Ore Grace Cody Arihue Chicago Tacoma Portland Cody Woodstock Mr. Cody Evans F. Goodrich Mra Cody

Eulogy in Supreme Court for late Chief Justice Ewing

In the Supreme Court room this morning three addresses honored the late Thomas Ewing, former chief justice of the Kansas Supreme Court. Ex Associate Justice A Krogman, ex Chief Justice Albert Horton, and John C Douglass of Leavenworth delivered eulogies before the court and attending attorneys.

Supreme

Frederick Warde Stars in King Lear at Savr Lake

Frederick Warde presented Shakespeare's King Lear in Savr Lake Utah before a crowded house. The production was superbly mounted with excellent costuming and a strong supporting cast including Charles D. Herman as Edgar, Charles Sutton as Edmund, John C. Hickey as the Fool, and Miss Fanny Gillette as Cordelia. Warde's performance drew repeated rounds of applause and he thanked the audience with a speech. The engagement is described as a complete artistic and social triumph and may become a signature part of his repertoire alongside Virginius.

Associated Press Savr Lake Utah Frederick Warde King Lear Mr. Warde Lear Mrr. Warde Virginius Charles D. Herman Edgar Charles Sutton Edmund John C. Hickey Fanny Gillette Cordelia

Dynamite attack targets Stimson home in Los Ancutss

Late night explosion under the residence of wealthy city resident T. D. Stimson alarms neighbors and prompts police to suspect a robbery attempt. A man seen fleeing was shot at, but not struck. The scene caused great consternation as officials investigate the motive and suspects.

Los Ancutss T. D. Stimson Paute Hendon

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