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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 28, 1896

Page

8

Fort Scott man under guardianship speaks on politics

RM Chenault of Fort Scott, a Populist fusionist now under Bourbon county probate guardianship, was interviewed by Kansas City morning paper and Times reporter. He spoke of recent speaking tours in Texas and Colorado, endorsed or commented on Lynnn Trumbull and John Gurisie while avoiding full endorsement, noting difficulty in countering Gurisie's arguments. He also touched on money questions and remained cautious in political stances.

Rm, Chenault Fort Scott Kansas Bourbon County Kansas City Morning Journal Texas Lynnn Trumbull Iillage Times Frofconaly

Republican Primaries and Local Voting Locations

Polls for the Republican primaries to select delegates for county, congressional, and state conventions open tomorrow from 1 to 7 pm. Voting places include 1010 Kansas Avenue, Jittles store at Fourth and Lake streets, Fourth and Madison, Tenth and Epsosas, King and Clay, Rains livery atabis, Seventeenth and Topeks, and Tenth and Santa Fe tracks. Returns go to the Republican Flambeda club rooms at 627 Kansas Avenue. Also notes social and church updates, thefts near Moncken, and a San Francisco anarchist development involving Pietro Gori.

Owen Eoom Emporia Wichita Kansas Avenue Santa Fe Grittle’s Fourth Lake Sirests Madison Third Ward Western Avenue Tenth and Eposas Avenue King and Clay Streets Fourth Ward Polk Street Poll Street Fifth Ward Seventeenth Street Topeks Avenue Tenth Street Republican Flambeda Club

Inspectors in Town Watch Post Office Carriers

Four post office inspectors are in town watching local carriers. They observe route timing and behavior, jot down hours and actions, and report to Washington. Postmaster Arnold knows nothing of their presence. inspectors move on after completing their audit.

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Leavenworth Fight Over Delegates Smears In First District Race

A messy Leavenworth county politics tale shows Cy Leland and W J Bailey pressuring delegates to back Bailey against Broderick for Congress. The scheme targets Leavenworth and neighboring counties with machine tactics as Bailey claims key votes and Broderick’s supporters counter with their own county loyalties.

Hoss Leland Leavenworth Battey Putin Case Broderick Congress Firat Stern W. J. Bailey Hurleyville Broderick Cy Leland United States Bailey Baileyvilla Vulea Doniphan Brown Nemuba Enoug Broderck Jackson Jefferson PottawWatomie Atchison Leland—Bailey Leavenworth County W. C Hook The National Hotes Quay Ocltiioun Elkiee Pratt Washington Pottawatomis County

Dawes Opposes Spring Planting of Blue Grass on State Grounds

Attorney General P B Dawes issues an advisory arguing blue grass should not be sown in spring on the state house grounds. He proposes planting in July or August for a better stand and urges new state regulations and police authority to protect the grounds. He urges Topeka police jurisdiction over arrests on state grounds.

P.B. Dawes State House Dr. Dawes Natura Topeka Wien al Dawes Thomas Slaughter Houwe Fle Oficer McDowell Slaughter Wasamotox Antelone Idaho Big Lost River General Land Office

Trio of youths freed after train possession arrest

Three young men HL Watts J J Martyn and Charles T Yelton were released by Police Judge Perry after the train crew did not testify and no evidence of guilt was found. A firearm was discovered but police had no proof of wrongdoing.

Ers Tenia HL Watts J. J. Mertyn Charles T. Yelton Perry Jyn Ina Martyn Kansas City, Mo Yekonsas09 Union Pacific

Bicycle use sparks temperance debate at Apollo Hall

At a Ceatshutch Young Men's club meeting in Apollohall, F P Stone argued bicycles promote temperance by reducing nerves and desires, claiming increased roadhouses and drink. W G Ie, the corresponding secretary and rider, countered that cycling keeps the mind free from temptation and aids exercise.

F. P. Stone Curcaco Ceatshutch Apollohall FF P. Stone W. G. Ie Nervas

Arizona Volcanoes Active From Barth Jet to Night Plume

In Yuma on February 28 the Cocopa Volcanoes 75 miles southwest remain highly active. Plains volcanoes spew hot water steam and mud while dry ones and a lone mountain-range cone emit smoke by day and flame at night. Over 10 000 plains volcanoes lie 22 miles north of mountain bases. activity varies with time and is audible up to 20 miles away.

Barth Yuma Ariz Cocopa Ere

Leland Delegates Emerge From County Machines In Campaign

In Sheridan and Sherman counties two delegates each were named by central committees for Leland formations. The plan aims to secure about three hundred more delegates for Leland at the national convention, signaling a push by his machine to influence the tally. News from Washington reports Platt’s injuries from a fall on ice and a cholera germ mail policy adjustment, with a Topeka man visiting family and a Santa mission Father Superior fatally shot.

Leland Sheridan Sherman

The Star Grocery Ad Promises Low Prices and Broad Selection

A dense ad listing numerous grocery items with prices and promotions. Emphasizes satisfaction guarantee and value deals on staples from beans and coffee to flour, meats, canned goods, and produce. Notable mentions include Navy Beans, California fruits, Rockport eggs, and various field and pantry staples.

SPROAT Renay Spring Trade Line Attraction

J Ss SPROAT presents car rugs lace curtains chenille covers linoleums clocks watches and toilet sets with cash or easy payments. Priced to attract buyers at Dock 107 East 1st Street near Post Office. Try package deal with best cigar specials.

Renay

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