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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1896
Page
1
St Louis June forecasts show McKinley 296 delegates Reed 162 Allison 189 Morton 121 needed 446 to win. Georgia favors McKinley 21 of 22 delegates. Taubeneck predicts Populists and free silverists to convene July in St Louis, aiming to push gold standard and unite anti-Democratic forces.
A massive dynamite explosion near eight loaded freight cars on a side track in Wiedendorp, a Johannesburg suburb, destroys a large city quarter. Initial reports cite about 100 killed and 200 wounded with thousands rendered homeless. Victims include Malays, Kaffirs, Chinese, and whites. rescue and mortuary efforts unfold across the devastated area.
Widespread casualties followed a major explosion in Wiedendorp with many hospitals overwhelmed and private homes turned into refuges for the wounded and homeless. A pure subscription has raised over 409000 with a goal of 500000 as debris is cleared and reconstruction planned after interment of the dead. Leaders from Boers and Uitlanders work together in relief efforts and Kruger extends sympathy to Johannesburg.
Peter Maher arrives from Las Cruces with a Ranger guard and party, aiming for the ring within 24 hours. He declares readiness, predicts a quick victory in the first two rounds, and plans to dodge authorities as training hurdles mount.
Cablegram received by Secretary Olnay announces ex-Consul John L Waller pardoned by President Faure of France. The pardon was issued this morning. orders will follow. Evstis signs the dispatch.
The senate on motion of Mr. Chanales postponed consideration of Mr. Lodge's resolution for investigating recent bond issues until Monday. Kansas City Feb 20 Receiver Wiley Cox, a local banker, bought the Kansas City Times property at auction for 820,000. The Remington Pulp Co. held the principal claim with bidders Three total bids. Cox will operate the paper personally.
D T Palmer a Topeka newspaper employee was taken to the police station by officers at his wife’s request. He suffered delusions and claimed a mob attacked him. He described police searches, attempted evasion, and said he would stand trial to prove what authorities could not. Mrs Palmer and Col Clowe provided context on his job and drinking.
Rinceron Jamaica February 20 reports an uprising of the Maroons at St Elizatevy with no details known and fears of further trouble. In Strickler Pounds, a district court verdict awards Frank Hulett of Hassell Kaness $4000 against J N Strickter in a mortgage dispute. The interest on 2750 is unpaid since 1883. Also, the Ann Arbor car ferry No 2 reached Milwaukee in a blizzard, heavily iced and battered. Banks to close February 22 as mandated by state laws. P I Boxermann, President Clearing House Association.
Chicago endures the coldest spell of the season with temperatures below zero and a strong north wind. Fatalities include Michael Hughes and Jobe Bradley, while many suffer frostbite. over 1,000 tramps are sheltered by police in the night. Western Pennsylvania also reports subzero readings and a continuation of cold. Rail disruptions plague Rochester, Buffalo, and nearby lines as heavy snow blocks routes and four engines assist to move a stalled train. Centralia’s Canadaigne branch remains blocked along its entire length.
A sudden cold snap dropped temperatures overnight with Mercury reading 12 degrees above zero at dawn. Forecasts promise warmer weather tomorrow as the sun returns and skies clear. Santa Fe and Rock Island lines report clear, cool conditions across Kawase. Colorado enjoys calm, Texas and southern New Mexico stay clear and cold. northern Mexico reports clear and pleasant weather.
Governor Morrill will visit Kansas City this afternoon and attend a church entertainment in Kansas City Kansas tonight. He will present a flag to the Boys Brigade on behalf of Burnside past GA. K. donors of the tug. Secretary Coburn of the state board of agriculture will receive the gift for the boys and General J C Caldwell is expected to speak. The event is at First Presbyterian church in Kansas City Kansas.
Teachers kept students in a single file as dense smoke forced a swift exit. Despite initial confusion all pupils escaped unharmed. Fire began in the basement and spread, turning the building into a smoky ruin.
Jamce Fitzgerald was condemned for murder of his sweetheart Annia Naessens. Delayed execution due to a governor’s reprieve, the rope broke at 6:00 am, Fitzgerald survived, was revived, and then executed at 2:02 pm after a second attempt. Local doctors attended him.
In Hoyt Mrs Morris seeks 25000 from Western Union Telegraph and Rock Island railway alleging a rush telegram caused medical delay and death. The case centers on station agent Pyle and a sequence of misdirected messages blamed for delaying treatment and worsening her illness. The action, filed in district court, follows a December incident and a local inquiry into alleged telegram mishandling.
Chicago hosts the Southern fair with plans to centralize and exhibit northern showcases. Exposition organizers, including ex Governor Bolock of Georgia and J A Collier, discuss costs, Chicago buildings, and travel logistics for exhibitors. Departures from Topeka list numerous individuals traveling to various destinations. A district court action seeks $800 for a damaged vegetables shipment.
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