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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jan 25, 1896

Page

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Populists of Kansas Weigh Caldwell for President

A Kansas Populist state chairman says Judge Henry G Caldwell is under consideration as a presidential candidate. Breidenthal explains disputes over Santa Fe bondholders fees were agreed by the parties, justifying Caldwell's order. Caldwell is described as popular with labor and faced with resignation if nominated.

Henry G Caldwell Kansas Fhusa Arkansas Jona W. Breidenthal Populist State Central Committee Kansas Populists Judges Caldwell Weeldenthal Caldwell Popaliet Tiere Junge Catuwell Draveiag Amancer Judge Caldwell Chicaso Mtavéir Fromen

To Meet in March for Delegates to Hull Convention

Chairman Richardson announced that Secretary Pepperell is authorized to call the Democratic ratio committees at Topeka in the first week of March to set the time of the convention to elect delegates to the national convention. The report from Bassus notes Penocentric Chemical Comseities as context for the meeting.

Bassus Ponte Siete Journal Richardson Pepperell Demme “Ratio Committees Topeka Oa Houal

Comedian Dixey to Perform in Atchison Tonight

Noted American comedian Dixey will appear in The Lottery of Lava in Atchison and Lincoln tonight, amid local controversy over earlier acts. The town, population 35 002, has faced cancellations and protests over prior engagements, with audiences later showing interest in Dixey’s venue.

Bite Carrie Russell Mr. Crawford Fi Onge Gataven Charley Pennsylvania Kansas

Icy Lecture Exalts Greenland Natives at Hamilton Hall

Prof Pycho and Prof Dyche lectured on Greenland and Melville Bay last evening. Dyche described Arctic life as peaceful, healthy natives who know no disease, urging Americans to emulate them. He hinted at a pole expedition, planning provisions for five years, and praised his bold, blunt speaking style during the talk.

Pycho Greenland Fcy Hountaine Shacilion Hatt Dyche Porkape Melville Bay Mamilton Ball Esquiman Melville Cos Prof Dyche

Army's disgrace officers blamed as bad lot

War department secrets expose misconduct as secretary Lamont faces officers over whisky and women linked to a murder and an attempted assassination of the colonel at Wasursotos on January 25.

Wasursotos Lamont War Department

Tudge Henry Caldwall Nominated for President by State Journal

A long campaign report from Arkansas outlines the Populists and Caldwell, with references to the 1890s press, party dynamics, and anticipated nomination at a future gathering. It notes Judge Caldwell’s reception, possible opposition, and reform-era military issues involving Col Crofton.

Tudge Henry Caldwall Sduscln United States The State Journal

Fire at a Church Fair in Farley’s Village

A blaze during a Hoanta Catholic fair in Farley’s village west of this place caused a panic last night. Women and children fainted and many were trampled as guests fled the opera house block. The Loomis hotel, two small stores and two residences were destroyed. Estimated losses reach $30,000. origin of the fire is unknown.

Farley Loomis Hotel Opera Bow Opera House

Troutman Declines Renomination for Lieutenant Governor

James A. Troutman says he will not seek re election as Lieutenant Governor explaining only that he readied his mind last summer and will offer no reasons. Friends say the move clears him to seek the governorship, potentially opening a crowded field for Lieutenant Governor.

Gientena Severnor James A. Troutman Troutman Yodey Morrill Candide Inte Feld

Italians Evacuate Mecca Al Sip With Honors of War

Rome reports Italian forces besieged at Mecca Al Sip have evacuated the position with honors of war. The news has sparked relief and joy among natives, seen as a possible peace gesture between Italy and Abyssinia in the wake of the event.

Rome Jav Newas Wis Meks Alsip Pasar Italy

Americans In Transvaal Paroled Except Hammond

The state department reports nearly all American prisoners in the Transvaal are released on parole. Hammond alone remains jailed but his case differs by a constitutional invitation to Jameson. Proclamations call for restraint, and leaders urge peace as authorities prepare prosecutions with no set date.

Wasnhoron State de Munt Toder Maslon Johannesburg Olney Parolle Hammond Jameson Transvaal Clement Nota Avery Arizona

Oklahoma Visitors Meet Moves to Monday Evening

A local committee arranging the Oklahoma visitors plans to hold a business meeting Monday night at 2 30 pm. The decision aims to prepare for the visit and coordinate activities for the guests with discussions on arrangements and tasks.

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Grand Jury Indicts Two in Liquor Sale Case

Ben Jordas colored and John Binur white were indicted by the grand jury this afternoon for selling liquor. Two other indictments were returned against another man for the same offense, but he has not yet been arrested. The article then shifts to a political column discussing England's Venezuela policy and international tensions with Venezuela and British Guiana.

Ben Jordas John Binur England Veorsuetan Potter Europe Berlin Venezuela Ite New England Charles Cameron Leesa British Guiana Scyn Individus United States

Annie Diggs Talks on Colorado Suffrage and Woman Legislat ors

Mrs Annie L Diggs recently in Washington for the national woman suffrage meeting discusses her Colorado voting rights and will lecture on Women and Legislators. She stresses moral influence in lawmaking and notes Colorado Wyoming and Utah as modern republics.

State Journal Annia L . Diggs Kauses Colorado National Association Washington Colombo Dings Lome Diegs Wat Wyoming USA Mrs. Diggs National Suffrage Association Kaneasure Diggs Kansan Biss Susan B Anthony Jocaxa Stiss Anthony Beropiniou Kauras Thear Mra Diggs Caion

Baker Foresees Populists Surging in Kansas Fusion Talk

Senator Baker of Kansas urged for free coinage of silver and tariff reform, arguing for 16 to 1 coinage if beneficial, as Republicans face Populist strength. He indicated Populists may unite with Democrats to defeat Republicans, with fusion likely across three tickets. The State Journal notes Baker’s hope of Populist growth and possible cross-ticket cooperation in Kansas politics.

Baker Kansas United States Republican Party Jos Uie State Journal Waseiseyes Fusiow Br. Baker

Lord Leighton Dead President of Royal Academy dies of heart disease

Sir Frederick Leighton aged 86, president of the Royal Academy, died after a chill and rapid heart failure. The obituary notes his long tenure at the academy and his prominence in the arts. A second brief item reports a planned polo or prize event with local scheduling details and a weekly bank statement summary noting changes in reserves and loans. Five men are jailed in a Wichita burglary case linked to the Howard store robbery.

Royal Academy Lowpos Janu Lord Leighton Frederick Leighton The Lord Latchton Witernoon Hae Seward John Gardiner Wes Wichita Howard F. Smith Harry Johnson Monkers

Directors Chosen From the Leading Oklahoma City Business Men

The Oklahoma City business men select a slate of directors for the Topeka Commercial Club. The appointees, nearly all willing to serve, will be reported to the club meeting next Tuesday evening. The board aims to unify business interests, with plans to address quarters and organizational goals. A statement from the Kansas City Commercial Club secretary emphasizes the nonpolitical, social aims of delegation visits and informal receptions to foster neighborly ties.

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Oklahoma City Commercial Club to Visit Topeka

Oklahoma City Commercial Club will arrive in Topeka Monday afternoon at 4 40 for a visit scheduled to continue until Tuesday morning. The purpose is to foster trade relations between Oklahoma City and eastern cities with a delegation hosted by the Topeka Commercial Club. A committee led by F G Poppen, S E Or, C S EI M Crosby and J P Davis arranged plans, with further details to be set at a later meeting.

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