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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1896
Page
1
A garbled account traces Fitzsimmons discussing a boxing challenge with Corbett opponents and terms, claiming plans to ignore Corbett, move toward legal fights, and travel to Madison Square Garden on February 29. The piece describes a mob, a bank score, and money exchanges involving Fitzsimmons, Julian, and others amid a chaotic prefight backdrop.
Fighters express gratitude for Juarez visit and courteous treatment during training for the bout. They pledge to conduct themselves honorably and acknowledge politics of the region. Wagers around $2 009 noted. largest bet reported at the Marlborough.
Curcaco February 22 Corbett criticizes Fussitimonus refusal to fight Maher and asserts confidence in his own standing. He suggests if Fussitimonus goes to England he will be fooled and vows to become the leading man in boxing after his Maher bout.
The retirement of Ballington Booth and Maud Booth from leadership of the Salvation Army in the United States is announced in a message from Commander and Mrs Booth. The letter speaks of grief and pain and notes a protracted deliberation before the important decision and seeks staff officers officers and friends’ understanding.
Feb 22 Pittsburg sports writers express dismay over Maher chain of misfortunes. A $10,000 loss at odds kept his backers wary as public support waned after his defeat. Ex: Maher boosters plan a rematch bid and a potential bout with Fitzsimmons at Madison Square Garden.
In Aromisox February 21 letter manager Brigham of Atchison opera house urges Topeka, Valley Falls and Nottonville attendees for Richard Mansfield in Beau Brummell on March 5. He cites special rail fare and a potential return train, aiming to make the event a joint social and theatrical highlight for Topeka and Atchison.
Kansas Congressmen clash over an agricultural bill clause that would distribute pamphlets praising Jersey cows. Broderick defends Hereford and other breeds against government sponsored Jersey literature amid Chicago World’s Fair butter debates and linked pamphlet printing plans.
Feb 22 Pont Sam reports attempts to refloat the German steamer Kanseler from Pilamburg have failed. The vessel blocks the canal entrance at Ismailia and forty four steamers are unable to proceed due to the mishap.
A Chicago Mason, Bestor G. Brown, faced a $70 coal bill from a former Topeka resident after a Wichita trip. Sheriff Kepley produced a two year old judgment, prompting an attempted out of court settlement amid Topeka’s Mason circle. Brown’s friends urged settlement to avoid further action.
Curayeno Feb 24 The largest lake vessel ever built was launched at Globe Ison works with a 432 foot length and capacity for 200000 bushels of wheat. The 20 foot channel ahead prompted the construction as crowds watched.
Ezra V. B Snively was arrested by Deputy Sheriff Lee on a government warrant charging him with receiving stolen property linked to about $11,000 stolen from Doniphan County Kansas. Sheriff Bailey and deputies had chased Salvely to Chicago before the prisoner was moved west late last night.
Ed Harris, superintendent of the mechanical department at Geo. W. Crane's printing establishment, suffered a serious fall when his bicycle slipped while turning into an alley near Eighth street. He sustained a double fracture of the right leg above the ankle and was taken to his rooms in the Keith block where Dr. Ruby treated the injury. He faces several weeks of confinement.
Cuatraxocoas Tenn February 22 a special to the News from Asheville N C says that Bill Nye died this afternoon after weeks of illness at his home Buck's Showla eight miles from Asheville His wife son and two friends were present at his bedside Nye known as Gill Nye was born in Shirley Massachusetts August 26 1850 He studied law in Wyoming Territory before turning to newspaper writing and humor His later years brought in income of over thirty thousand dollars a year and a modest fortune for his widow and children He married in 1876 and lived at various homes including Staten Island The piece notes his gentleness and enduring friendships and cites his celebrated letter to the President accepting a postmastership as among his best known works
Weather across Kansas shows clouds and light rain varying by line. Santa Fe region reports drizzly mist west to Great Bend, while Fock Island lines note cloudy skies with light rains on Horlagion and Chicasha divisions. New Mexico remains clear, Colorado cool and clear.
Congressman Michael Harter is reported to have died by suicide at the home of Mr and Mrs Knapp in this city. Found with a revolver in hand, the right temple bullet entry ended his life after a spell of insomnia and mental strain. A letter to his wife and a package to business associates were found in his room. His son Robert visits Philadelphia. Harter had long ties to the Isaac Junier Milling company and represented the Four West Coal district in Congress.
The article reports that President Cleveland would call a special session to pursue currency legislation if Congress adjourns without Mr. Cleveland's proposed plan. It notes a sensational proposal seen as new by party leaders and hints at a possible counter-program by the president. Speaker Reed and the Senate leaders hope to act by mid May, shaping a major political conflict.
Charles Peck and sisters Minalv and Ethel travel from Chicago toward San Antonio to visit their mother. Their special car 655 will reach James City tonight on the Rock Island but westbound trains run only tomorrow morning, so they may stop in the city until then. Mrs Peck’s telegram indicates Mr Peck arrived in Fort Worth and is resting. Mr Pee and Dr Hogeboom left Fort Worth for San Antonio.
President Gates addresses a large gathering at Central Congressional Church, arguing the true gospel hurts someone, critiques municipal cleanliness talk, and accuses politicians of lying by hiding the truth. Nearby, eight eyes were stolen from Lemnac cemetery, including a mother-in-law of county clerk, sparking fears of lynching. AOUW special rail trip planned from Scots Peak depot.
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