Topeka Hosts 100000 Kansas Guests With Free Hospitality Fund
All Topeka plans a hospitality fund to welcome 100000 Kansas people next fall. About 30000 will serve as hosts for all Kansas, providing entertainment to be enjoyed without money or price.
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02 Jul 1896
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1896
Page
1
Topeka Opens Doors for All in Great Festival Plan
Topeka plans a nation giving welcome as Kansas hosts a summer week of festivities. Citizens urged to join committees and offer homes and entertainment to visiting guests, with free rides and broad hospitality across the city. Real estate and business leaders urged to fund public comfort sections and open city venues to all.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas
Sunflower Commonwealth
United States
Beck
Topeka
Sime Fir
Bureau of Public Comfort
Kansas Avenue
Enlarge the Committee of Fifteen Plans Big Fund Drive
Twenty leading citizens will form a larger finance committee this evening at the street commissioner’s office to fund town needs. A single poster design by Topeka Printing will feature the Goddess of Progress in red white and blue ribbons. The flower parade committees met at City Hall with forty women present and reports indicate the donation goal may require increasing bids for paper and supplies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aubrey Beardsley
Topeka
Com- Ln
Goddess of Progress
D. J. Greenwald
Thureday
Cormiites
Mt Tie
Committee of Fittest
Wil Teport
Mra
P. Spracue
A. Darlow
C. B Briggs
Teller to Tour Colorado for Silver Campaign Push
Senator Henry M Teller plans a week or two at a mountain home in Central City Colorado to recuperate and deliver speeches for the silver ticket. He predicts Democratic support for silver and urges unity to defeat gold forces, with a nationwide push likely through Ohio and California as the silver issue gains momentum.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Teller
Denver
Henry Mteller
Central City
Colo
Til- Nop
Plas
Ohio
Cantern
Califor
UW Blund
Ted
Telfer
Chiemga
Nto 1
Democratic Party
Sllver
Eure
Overmyer and Martin Debate Bland's Democratic Slate
The text records Overmyer and Martin voicing support for Bland as the Democrat frontrunner, arguing his strength in multiple states and describing opponents like Lee and Sears as weaker. They caution against a Republican bolt and warn that supporting any lesser candidate could aid the anti Bland coalition.
Bicycle Races Entries Close July 2 at Topeka Expo
The Topeka Exposition Cs offers a fine prize selection for bicycle races and announces closing for handicap entries on July 2. Tickets for the Free Silver Convention are sold to St. Louis, with travel via the Santa Fe route advertised.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Topeka Exposition Cs
Ibers
St. Louis
Political intrigue at Wyandotte convention fuels court bid
Abiah Wells of Seneca wins Republican nomination for judge of the court of appeals eastern division northern district Kansas. Cyrus Leland wielded influence for Spangler in a dramatised battle with Douglas county and Peters delegation, culminating in contested roll calls and a charged intra party clash.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City
Kan
Sodiock
Abiah Wella
Seneci
Court of Appeals
Department
Kannit
Pentagres Nominated After Debate And Ruinous Plan
Notes describe Pentagres seeking nomination after proposing a controversial plan by Sichecker nen and Cy involvement, leading to accusations of ruin and political contention. The fragment hints at a tumultuous path to nomination and public fallout.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pentagres Epos
What Mr Slonecker Says Delivers Inquiry and Loyalty
Mr J G Slouscker stated that his delegates stood by him with loyalty though he expressed indignation at events. He claimed Le sntd gained control of Wells delegates and influenced seating of Huckan, while Wells took no action with his group. He noted he advised delegates to seek Writs after realizing he could not be nominated. the nomination resulted. He thanked supporters and dismissed any precedent for delaying a contested delegation’s vote.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. G. Slouscker
Lesntd
Burhén
Dwreize
Lelio
Wells
Mare
Leland Irritated by Shawnee Protest Over Kansas City Convention
A Journal reporter found Leland reticent at the Cypeland lounge this morning. He defended Shawnee County’s actions as fair and said others would calm down after the Sun. He implied Shawnee tried to gain more votes but called it a mistake and vowed better conduct in the future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Journal
Cypeland
Leland
Kansas City
Letagd
Shawnee County
Bette
Judge Quinton Angey Warns GOP Split Over Kansas Contention
Judge Quinton addressed Republican tensions saying that party unity would fail if Kansas arguments prevail and conventions are overridden. He asserted no record supports delegations voting for their own vain and noted Wyandotte residents faced no more fear than the first eighteen men on Sixth Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
AB. Quinton
Karsas
Cie
Rick
Sixth Street
Fragmented quotes from a party dispute over convention rules
A senator warns that Legend's actions could split the Republican party. He criticizes the committee for fairness and notes Wyandotte should not have allowed the vote or an appeal from its decision during the convention discussion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wws Sterne Sam
Legend
Republican Party
Committee
Wyandotte
Mayor Fellows Sees More Decent People Than Cy Lelands
Mayor Fellows, apparently Slonecker Asiewate, claimed the Leland crowd disrupted the galleries with handlims to bolster their vote. He argued Cy Lelands led them this time but vowed it would not set a precedent in Republican conventions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cy Lelands
Fellows
Slonecker Asiewate
Leland
Leland Hna
Cy Lehenil
Who Is Abisah Wells Judge Anjan Weipvene at Kansas City
A historical sketch details Abisah Wells a Kansas lawyer and judge born June 12 1840 in Susquehanna County Pennsylvania. It traces his moves from Pennsylvania to Tilndls then Kansas in 1856, education at Kansas Agricultural College, bar admission in 1866, and service as district clerk register of deeds county superintendent of public instruction and prominent Republican. It notes his long legal career and Universalist church membership with strong community respect in Nemaha County.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anjan Weipvene Sournes
Kansas City
Kan
Court of Appeals
Firat
Susaue
Kafina County
Peon
Hisents
Wiliam TH
Betsey 2
Grange County
N. Y
Susquehanna County
Pennsylvania
AbMah
William Wells
Ti (Erdiy
Tilndls
Kansas
Welle
Kansas Agricultural College
Nemaha County
Judso Wells
Judge Wells
Universalist Church
Mis
Nemmahe County
Buck gear gang members executed in Fort Smith trial
In Fort Smith Arkansas on July 1 Rufus Buck Louie Devig Luck Devis Na om July and Sam Sampson were executed for murder and criminal actions. The Buck gear faction faced a final legal act, with defense and verdicts recorded as the law enforced on that date.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Luck Gang
Fort Smith
Ark
Rufus Buck
Louie Devig
Luck Devis
Naom
Sam Sampson
Won't Budge Says He Hasn't Changed His Views
A political figure declares no shift in stance despite pressure to alter opinions. He maintains his core beliefs remain intact and rejects calls for compromise or reevaluation. The public dispute centers on his rigidity and consistency amid ongoing debate.
Curtis Defends Bimetallism in Kansas Visit
Congressman Charles Curtis returns to Topeka from Washington and defends Republican bimetallism policy. He cites Kansas as favorable, criticizes Cleveland era money policy, and argues for an interchangeable currency based on both gold and silver. He recalls past nominations and pledges to follow district instruction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Curtis
Topeka
Washington
Curtis
Republican League
Kansas
Journal
St Louis
BL Louis
Kanes
Wirether
Etand
Republican Party
Republicans of
Uhihel
Curis
Foster
Interpore
Treasury
Cleveland
Horn
Usu
Eich
Republicas Convention
Chicago
Aeen
Curtis Calls for Honest Bi metallism in Fourth District
In his interview Curtis argues for bimetallism and tariff reform, praises Republican ideals and the 1878 concurrent resolution, and endorses McKinley as the strongest Republican nominee. He asserts party loyalty, favors protecting the American system, and notes his accompanies include his wife and three children in Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
Dotheim
Republican Party
Edo
House
United States
St. Louis
Curtis
Mc-Kinley
Marty
Mennies
McKinley
Clartis
Stanley Matthers
Curie
Dally Curtis
Washingon
Bliss Jemma Linn
Two thirds rule attacked at Timais delegation meeting
Chicago July 2 The two thirds rule faces its first open challenge as the Timais delegation demands abrogation. Western leaders oppose the rule regardless of silver’s two thirds status. Senator Martin argues against enforcing the rule in the nominating platform, urging abandonment to avoid personal ambition charges. The silver faction presses for a plank against the rule, while plans to unify a majority before the convention emerge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Timais
Weestern
Isi—Ng
Two Shires
Martin
Mas
Estern
New York A Bother
Chicago July 2 Charles H Jones editor of the Post-Disasted of Stouts tus arrived in the city to view the skirmish Netfere and to leave advisory thovehta at the land higdquarters. He spoke with Chronicle reporter about New York’s political stance and McKinley support. Jones said New York would yield a Republican majority and support Hiand for nomination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Charles H. Jones
Post
Chronicle
Changery M. Depew
St. Louia
New York
McKinley
Golf
Twald
Kansas City Produce Market Briefs May Day Prices
Wheat is weak for No 2 and No 2 red with bids around 40 to 44 cents. No 2 spring 48 cents. Corn steady with No 2 mixed around 21? and No 2 yellow near 22 to 25 cents. Oats steady with mixed No 2 at 15 to 16 cents and white 17. Rye steady No 2 around 9 to 10 cents. Hay steady and butter unchanged with creamery around 19 1/2 to 20. Eggs active with 7.
Only Two Hot Days in June Report from Lawrence
Chancellor Snow notes June had two hot days in Lawrence with the last month comparatively mild. Mercury reached the degrees on only two days, rainfall below average but well distributed, humidity high though below the record. Wind tone was normal. Feins's Milk Depot at 212 Haut Eighth Street takes ice cream orders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chancellor Snow
Lawrence
Feins
Haut Eighth Street
Cleveland A Traitor Exposé on Silver and Currency Reform
A letter from Moreton Frewen to G. G. Merrick condemns Cleveland for blocking bimetallic policy and urges U S action to reopen mints. Frewen links opponents of silver to international conspirators and forecasts a political revolt if Democrats win. He argues for free coinage and warns of European interference shaped by France and Germany.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chester Place
Lenton
Jura
Mr. Merrick
Whitey
Ing
Tater
Cleveland
Huntund
International Metallia
Cland
Chali
Hulfour
Balfour
Mr. Cleveland
J. J. Sterling
Mern Air
Hoke Smith
Eten
Washington
Democratic Party
Mir Clyveland
Europe
United States
Gultikin
Lehult
France
Srvlacky
Geroany
Atria
Russia
Moreton Frewen
G. G. Merrick
Denver
Cubs
Whitney's Bag of Gold Causes Chicago Convention Debate
July 2 report from Chicamd describes discontent among sliver men over the plan by mild giva cates to influence the Chicago convention's proceedings. Magey of Mie Hewppl cites an unheard of proceeding, warning that secret efforts to sway delegates on policy threaten fairness and could provoke strong backlash against those attempting to rig the vote.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicamd
Chicago
Benaior-elect Magey
Whittier
Sekels
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