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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jul 13, 1896

Page

8

Inmates Endure Forced Bath in City Jail Yard

Tudee J F Lee and Arthur Lock suffer forced cleansing in the city jail yard amid vermin concerns in their clothing. Judge Lee, newly after New Year, orders the showers as inmates protest and the jailer oversees the freezing water and scoured garments. The scene highlights ongoing discipline and moral decline as a prior judge endures harsh treatment.

Tudee J. F Lee Arthur Lockweed Ciry Judge Lee Joli Ftupkins Manhattan Lee Amine Vera

Knight seeks building for riding school in Fort Scott

J M Knight plans a riding school in Fort Scott seeking a suitable building about 200 by 25 feet. He will hire a manager with experience in eastern Scots and horse expertise, and will add four saddle horses this fall. Fort Scott Kans July 1. Painting, Bryan and others appear in local notices.

J.M. Knight J. S. Knight Fort Scott Bryan Ft Beott Kan Artiat AaseavaAnm Atehieyn P Robeam

Notable Maine figure Sewall praised by Baltimore importer

Edward G. Jones of Bohea Importing Company lauds Mr. Sewall as Maine's leading man in business life. Jones notes Sewall's roles as shipowner, shipbuilder, railroad president, and prominent participant in New England commerce, praising his courage and anti slavery stance.

Denver Edwar G. Jones Bohea Importing Company Baltimore Nune Sewall Sewwall Maine Jones New England Howton & Maine Mailroad San Francisco Taentas Liverpool Teast Tryon Neve Broland Malne Lake Acstand Davery Malta Tam Air Sewall

Bryan and Sewall Nominated for President and Vice President

The acceptance of nominations was decided by the certification committees at the Palmer House. Bryan and Sewall will be formally notified of their nominations in New York City, with Madison Square Garden deemed the best notification site. A three member address committee was formed to prepare remarks to be delivered at the time of notification.

Bryan Sewall Madison Square Garden Chicago Wilg Jim Oreaseon Square Garden New York Arcist Willem Z. Bryan Arthur Lewi Palmer House Brean Summer White California Blake Wyoming Air Sews Madiven Square Garden Jf L. Sparkman Piorida Senator White H.W. Masters Till Bols. I KO Shields Tennessee Flljort Danforth L. EB. Holden Onto PJ. Odinner Colerside Mr. Sewall Sherman House

Low Excursion Rates to the East via Burlington Route

Advertisement list of upcoming meetings and conventions with travel options on the Burlington Route. HALY RATES N.B.A. Buffalo meeting July dates. Christian Endeavor in Washington. Baptist Young People's Union in Milwaukee. National Republican League in Milwaukee. Democratic convention in Chicago. Tickets via Ves tibuled Limited. modern equipment noted. Customer testimonials mention Family Cure remedies and local services such as electric fan motors and laundry services.

Burlington HALY N. B Buffalo Tleed Christian Ington Young People's Union of America Milwaukee National Republican League Chicago Isk St Louis LW. Wareley Ata

Whales off Frisco

Three whales entered the San Francisco Bay through the Golden Gate and swam near Tiburon and the ferry boats. Two were small, one likely a sperm whale, and they put on a show by the steamers before disappearing. Captain White of Tiburon attributed their feeding to the small fish near his area.

San Francisco Golden Gate Tiburon Captain White Epeum White Vhme

Cripple Creek Exchnge Deposits Time Capsule at Corner Stone

Cripple Creek July 1 noon yesterday the cornerstone of the Gold Mining Stock Exchange building was sealed with interyard wax seals by President Clint Piere of the water Home. A large number of brokers attended in mitendarine and deposited souvenirs to be stored in a copper box within the stone. Items included officers and committees of the Cripple Creek Denver and Colorado Springs exchanges, a tether Baden stock certificate, ore samples, a coin of the current issue of the Denver Republican, and nine copies of the same paper. The exchange costs 254,000 dollars for a three story stone wall building, a credit to the city and a source of pride for brokers.

Cripple Creek Denver Colorado Deniver Republican nino @ bopy Amo Grrament Bro Kiss

New Cincinnati Paper to Launch Two Penny Papers

Report claims Jimmie Glenn plans to launch two penny papers in Cincinnati named the Sun and involve the former Tribune editor. John F.R. McLean allegedly has a role and pocket book in the venture, with past ties to the News-Journal. Details about a revived Daily Sun weather sheet and the Sun’s brief existence are noted in the city’s print lore.

Cincinnati Jimmie Glenn Cc— Gentric Tttu The Sun Tribune John FR Mclean Hla McLean Lamsworth Sen

Populist Delegate Coxey Comments on Nomination

General Coxey from Osle district says Harvan’s nomination was the best the Democratic party could offer and that the Populists may face a split in support. He notes potential electoral ticket combinations and questions party unanimity. Also mentions Santa Fe selling one fare tickets for a Baptist Young People meeting.

Pitsburg J. Coxey Osle Hrvan Denmenitic Party Bevan Ways Milwaukee Santa Fe Milstatuon Baptist Young Peoples

Spirit Voices Drive Young Man to Topeka for Operation

Led by spirit voices, George Betters, a 24 year old from near Aurora, walked to Topeka penniless and scantily clad. He believes spirits urge hospital treatment and has traveled after years of headaches and visions. A Topeka medical consultation is planned to determine if surgery will occur.

Autore Loud Niles George Betters Topeka Yolows Christ Hospital Hueaku Getts Montana Aurora Patna Pat Gaity Nevasian Christ Hoapital Topetm Warkelage Distabor Tn Beltre

Gilbert Returns From Two Week Trip In Search Of Wife And Children

Dr. J. J. Gilbert has returned to this city from a two week trip to Kansas in search of his wife and two children. He found them but has not recovered the children. Mrs. Gilbert left Hakridge with her parents and took the children after a divorce denial, heading west. He pursued across Santa Fe track, and after overtaking the party near the Colorado line, the run failed to stop. He returned to Topeka to secure papers and will go to Colorado to gain possession of the children.

J. J. Gilbert D City Kansas Shevensful Gibert Poetic Col Kan Colorado Gilbert Topeka Mitt

Township Bonds Case Clarifies Refunds in Supreme Court Decision

The Supreme Court rules refunding bonds are legal and payable, in the Mangamus Geotge C Rathbone v Jaros against Nesw county. Township issued 20400 bonds for a mill, later refunded by county. interest dispute over original legality resolved in favor of payment. The state holds 40000 similar bonds. outcome preserved. Peerless Steam Laundry advert follows.

Supreme Court Geotge C. Rathbone Jaros ¢. Hopper Nesw County

Bees Storm the Crowd in Philadelphia Street Invasion

July 18 Philadelphia bees besieged Sixth and Market streets near J G Grieb & Sons store. A frightened crowd gathered as fire department hose battled the swarm. Eventually the insects retreated to a hive and peace returned amid stunned pedestrians and motormen shielding themselves.

Philadelphia Bixth Market Streets J. G. Grieb & Sons Nobil Market Street Cer Era Grieb Sixth Street Market Street Auern

Updegrafi Proves A Top Starter At Topeka Exposition

The Topeka Starter provided exceptional satisfaction at the exposition with strong officiating and clear calls. He urged competitors with firm guidance and kept the grand stand informed, earning praise as a Topeka man and a mighty good starter.

Updegrafi Topeka Topeka Exposition Company Jovkeys Mr. Updesralt

Democratic Nominees and Convention Oratory Noted in Indianapolis

The Sentinel highlights the Democratic convention and Honey's nomination as a factor in the campaign, praising his oratory. It expects little personal politics, with the contest to be fought on party platform issues. The Journal adds readers will study the party platform and the founders' aims, stressing peace and security over revolution or repudiation.

Indianapolis the Sentinel Alma

Historic Plymouth festival to outshine all prior events

July 13 marks a Plymouth Massachusetts historic festival with grand promises of unique displays. Descendants of past settlers will portray many figures from local history, with a program spanning July and August curated by Margaret Mack, New York mayor in title here.

Kosten Plymouth Mass England Dite Margaret Mack New York

Sulzer For The Ticket In Bryan District Fight

New York Congressman William Sulzer, former speaker, declares support for Bryan and the platform, aiming to carry his district. Bremner’s Biscuit ads mention varieties like Sable Sara toga Flakes and Butter. Sawyer praises Pastilles. Santa Fe Route announces round trip fare of $9.50 for July 19 20 21, with ice cream orders at Heinz depot on East Eighth Street.

New York Bryan Chicago William Sulzer Tarnany Congress New York City House of Representatives St. Louis Heinz Aifik East Eighth Street

Mistaken Marriages Heard By Judge Hazen For Rectification

Judge Hazen spent a day correcting matrimonial blunders. Bessie Johnson obtained a divorce from J W Johnson for abandonment and was awarded $24 monthly alimony. Jennie Hicks won a divorce from Thomas Hicks with custody of four children after his abandonment. Eliza Busbes divorced Leonard Busbee with child custody. Vina Cowens vs Simon Cowens dismissed for lack of proof. Henry vs Henry dismissed after plaintiff withdrew suit. Rhoda Brown vs Lewis Abner Brown, Lizzie Marne vs W T Marne, and Martha Gandy vs George W Gandy continued.

Leonard Busbee Thaly Vina Cowens Simon Cowens Henry Rhoda i. Hrown Lewis Abner Brown Lizzie B. Marna

Termination of suit over notes for organization fees

The case of J W Stewart against C J Eddy ends with Eddy repaying costs after notes from Auburn farmers for an (or Organization which he intended to start) are challenged. Farmers demand return. Eddy brings a prosecution then dismisses the suit. Also notes a Republican county campaign chief predicting a mid September start and favoring a short decisive rampage.

J. W. Stewart C. J Eddy Eddy Auburn Crm Notel Joutice Gault Republican County Central Committee Journal Reporter Today Rampalgn

To St or and aa peants Via Bur lington Boy A Bull Headed Workingman

An article fragment notes a workingman in Topeka an ardent gold standard supporter. Four years ago he earned 40 dollars a month, now 72 dollars, and if the gold standard persists he may rise to 25 dollars? Wall Street’s endurance is tied to his income. Also mentions two splendid trains daily via an established route with observation vestibule sleepers, free chair cars, and parlor service for Omaha Council Bluffs Sioux City. Wakeley, Passenger Agent, St Louis. Summer sale and Santa Fe convention dates referenced.

Topeka Wall Street Missouri River Forth Caytain Council Blatt Omaha Council Blatte Sioux City Sioux City North Wakeley St Louis

Hels'see opeam for parties and festivals

Readable fragments note a call to Try Hels'see opeam for parties and festivals with mentions of phones and contact style. The text suggests event promotion but lacks clear names, places, or dates to confirm specifics.

Hels Opeam

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