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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jan 06, 1896

Page

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War Talk Flare Ups In Copeland Hotel Fray

An old quarrel between Col Gordon and Capt Coney resurfaces at the Copeland hotel as Coney accuses Gordon in a heated exchange. Gordon knocks Coney to the floor, Coney rises to receive another blow, and both men are restrained by bystanders. Atherton intervenes to end the disturbance.

J.C. Gordon Copeland Pat Coney Copeland Offee Orlan Athertale Byron Roberts Mr. Gordon Coney Casey Gurdon Gordon Saik

Independence rumor sale denied by Stratton telegram

A garbled note from Gelpple Cerek mentions not selling for 27,000,000 and cites W. S. Strat fuo's independency claim at Nietor Cala. Stratton replies by telegram that the Denver rumor of the Independence case is unfounded and the wine is set for sale to anyone at any price.

Gelpple Cerek Dausy Jan Stratfuo Nietor Cala Stratton Denver

Buchan Summoned for Federal Court Contempt

W H Buchan and F Hutchins of Kansas City were cited to appear in federal court today on contempt charges. The case arises from state court actions in Jackson County that allegedly violated an order setting the title to lands.

Federal Hare United States W. H. Buthen F. Hutchins Kansen City State Court Jackson County Itte

Winter Far Away Weather and Election Scenes in Kansas

The forecast calls for fair and warmer weather across Kansas, Texas, New Mexico, and nearby regions, with Sunday sunshine noted. In the city, Nels McCosnell and Deputy Woillleana attended the election office opening as clerks organized the polling setup and security.

Lave Texas New Mexico Kansas

Premium Un Goly and Government Loan Impacts Gold Premiums

The Evening Post reports the government loan call sparked a premium on gold collapse. Brokers cite arbitrage in settling credit against a past gold order and expect no premium on gold for delivery today. Analysts note dealers paid two eighths of one percent for settling contracts, signaling weak demand.

Loum Neer Yous Jan G Evening Post Pramius Mt Wax Pramiuis Gare Enek

Big Colliery Burned at Trintan Mine

A mine at Trintan owned by Lente Lilly Co was destroyed by fire last night. The incident involved Mananor Orry of Pa and occurred January 8 at Mon ater pare No 2 colliery, causing extensive damage to the facility.

Mananor Orry Trintan Lente, Lilly Co Fico

Topeka GA R and Business Club plan Soldiers Reunion

The G A R executive committee led by Major T J Anderson calls a meeting to organize a Topeka soldiers reunion and fall festivities. Aimed at attracting state visitors, the plan envisions a week of events with a commercial club role and support from Topeka business leaders. The meeting is set for Wednesday at 8 in the old courthouse with a large turnout expected.

G. A. RB Topeka Old Court House G. A. Repasta T. J. Anderson Shawnes Wedcawsy Oielock J. Andersos J. M. Miller W.H. Horaudy A. A. Raub G. W. Parker Beanton L . Titlotean Topeke QA. R Tennion J. E Hoagland N. B. Page Whiting Alberta Rapaton Popence Topeia Apps Commercial Club F. O. Popenun C. 5 Eilhott Poortoe Gentlemen In- S Lavello

Senate Substitute for House Bonil 8111 Tas

Senate finance committees report a senate substitute to the house bond bill. The substitute aims to retire small notes and create a silver seigniorage fund to redeem greenbacks, with gold or silver options. The bill, including an agriculture duty increase, will be considered by the Senate tomorrow.

Wasurxeres Cenate Senate

Miners Enter Politics in Alabama Labor Rally

Twelve thousand free coal miners in Alabama, meeting in Stedman on June 6, empowered the district assembly of the Knights of Labor to engage in state politics. They aim to influence elections, nominate Julio Lamont, president of the assembly, for the legislature, and likely seek a congressional candidate next.

Stedman Emourseonam Ala Reighta of Labor Alabama Hell Pstmubent Partes AM le Jon Julio Lamont Assembly Congress

Kepley Bond Filed and Sheriff Appointments Set

Sheriff elect Kepley filed a 20000 bond with 40000 sureties Joab Mulwase A J Arnold and John Ritchie. Kepley said deputies names stay as listed. Mrs Anna Katherine Huar, 81, died at her son in law Ed Buechner’s home 122 West Gordon Street yesterday at eight. Funeral at 2 PM from home to Topeka Cemetery.

Kepley Joab Mulwase A J Arnold John Ritchie

Kansan Hepburn dodges on Allison boom and McKinley odds

Washington report on Representative W. P. Hepburn of Town who visited Kanees City and Topeka, avoiding specifics on the Allison boom and Lim's actions. He says Kansas leans McKinley, cites old residents' support for Allison, and deflects requests for names and details, promising disclosure only when ready.

State Journal Hepburn McKinley Kansas Kundan Allison Kansas City Leland Mr. Leland Kassaa City Uriss Topeka Topake

Gold for Silver Plan Proposed by Gold Mine Owner

Stephen H. Emmons, president of a New York gold mining company, writes to President Cleveland proposing that the treasury engage with gold mine owners nationwide to place gold production at government disposal in exchange for silver coin. He claims mines under his control could supply a large output without bonds or interest, boosting domestic currency and international reserves.

Cleveland New York World Today Stephen H. Emmons No. 1 Broadway Secretary of the Treasury United States

Dennis Dumford Escapes County Jail to See Parents

Deasia Dumford, a tough youth sentenced to the state reformatory for stealing bread tickets, escaped the county jail Sunday evening but was recaptured before nine. He went to his parents' home to bid them farewell before returning to Hutchinson, stating he wanted to see them one last time.

Dennis Dumford Deasia Dumford State Reformatory Jet Burdge Hutchinson Dunford

McKindeys message calls study of municipal law and parole proposal

Governor McKide proposes a general law for city governments and says life prisoners may be paroled after ten years if appropriate. Other items note Omaha bicyclists opposing a wheel tax and city council moves toward strict wheel-use rules amid street hazards.

McKides Omana Omaha

Ex-Senator Ingalls Dropped From Loyal Legion Roll

Leavesworth June 6 The Evening Standard reports ex United States Senator John J Ingalls of Atchison has been dropped from the Loyal Legion of Kansas at Sta moothly meeting in this city. The vote whether to drop him was unanimous after debate over his request for first class membership and the impossibility of changing his class. About fifty members attended.

Leavesworth Evening Standard United States John J. Ingalls Atchison Military Order of the Loyal Legion of Kansas Sta Moothly Messing Ingalls The Loyal Legion J. H. Gilpatrick

Utah Celebrates Admission Into the Union With Ceremonies

Utah is admitted as a state with self government extended to its residents. A noon oath of office for state officials marked the occasion in Lake City with a holiday, decorated streets, and a grand parade led by Grand Marshal Burton. Acting Governor Richards presided as Wilford Woodruff gave a prayer for national welfare and religious freedom. The proclamation of statehood by President was read, and Governor Wells delivered the inaugural address.

Lake Utah Richards Naucoas Burton Maine Third South Penrose National Guard of Arcenal Hill Michards Wilferad Woodruff Mormon Church United States Joseph L. Rawlins Wells Uhal

London Chamber of Commerce backs pacific trade ties

A cablegram from New York reports the London chamber of commerce council unanimously approving a resolution praising the New York chamber of commerce for peaceable relations and trade between peoples. The note is signed by Secretary Murray.

New York New York Chamber of Commerce Loxpox Chamber of Commerce Council of the London Chamber of Commerce Council of the London Chamber of Commerce Murray

Armes Back to Prison After Appellate Ruling

The district court of appeals overruled Judge Bradley and ordered Major Armes remanded to military custody after his habeas corpus release. The dispute centers on General Schofield's authority as acting secretary of war and his contention that Armes issued an insulting letter.

Schofield Wasuteroy Armes Major Armes Army District Court of Appeals Bradley

Police Chief Probes Drunken Extortion by Officer Washburn

Officer Homer Washburn is relieved of duty as the police board considers charges of drunkenness and extortion. He allegedly took $2 from two men caught gold-handed in a stairway and later admitted taking the money while drunk. The city faces a purge of the force amid prior scandals and political influence.

Homer Washburn Washburn Burn North Topeka Journy Wilkerson Police Board

No Fighting Today at Havana Warns Spanish Officials

Spanish officials report no near term fighting between Spanish troops and insurgents around Havana. Captain general gathers western troops while awaiting moves, with insurgents said to be shifting west in Pinar del Rio. A train wreck near Puerto Principe injures several passengers and kills the engineer. Diario de la Marina offers no news and advises serenity despite Gomez and Maceo’s proximity.

Vevana Havana Jan Futum le Mot Thia Pinar del Rio Neuvites Puerto Principe Diario de le Mariss Gomez Maceo

Wilder Brother to Lecture at Topeka on Brains of Men and Apes

Prof Burt G Wilder of Cornell University New York, brother of Edward Wilder of Topeka, will lecture Monday evening January 1 at either the high school auditorium or Library hall. The talk titled Brains of Men and Apes Their Resemblances and Differences stems from Wilder's long scientific experience and original research. He comes to Topeka at the request of the city's Scientific club.

Wilder Cornet Selvential Evering Burt G. Wilder Cornell University New York Edward Wilder Tig City Topeka

Peckham Seated as New Associate Justice on Supreme Court

The newly sworn justice Took his seat today after a brief oath ceremony. The associate justice is described as having an impressive presence and striking personality, leaving a strong impression on attendees at the installment on the highest court amid formalities.

Supreme Court Wasutxoron Parkham Supreme Bench Agroan

Brief House Session Sets Up Allen Swearing In

The Utah seat row figures in as Clarence I Allen awaits credentials. House members note governor and officers signed under the president's proclamation today. Adjournment follows, with debate on clerk hire cuts in election office and a Hazen ruling on mortgage decree pending appeal.

Allen Utah Warmmveros Broderick Kansas Clarence I Allen Utal

Rhodes Quits Cape Colony Premier Post Names Successor

News confirms Cecil Rhodes has resigned as premier of Cape Colony. Sir Joules Habbson accepts. Ste 3. Gordon Sprigg KC becomes premier, previously colonial secretary and former premier. Delayed dispatches from Johannesburg describe intense excitement as townsfolk moved into the mines and surrounding area. Provisional government formed, facing Kruger’s regime with calls for reforms and protection of Uitlanders amid rising tensions and a deadly railway wreck in Natal.

Cecil Rhodes Cape Colony Joules Habbson Ste Gordon Sprigg M.G Rhodes

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