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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jun 01, 1896

Page

2

Mass catastrophe at coronation banquet fights mass casualties

Witnesses recount a deadly crush at the Khodljin plate coronation banquet where over 210 people were trampled. Victims include many poor women and children, with hospitals overwhelmed and public notices sparse as authorities scramble for control and information.

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Disaster at Grand Banquet Leaves Many Dead and Injured

A catastrophic scene unfolds at the Khodtinakose Diain banquet as a wave of disaster hits attendees. Officials estimate dozens dead and many injured. relief funds and aid plans are discussed as families mourn.

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Lawrence Woman's Woe and Demise At Riverbank Tragedy

Lawrence woman Mrs Dialle Hawks reportedly died by self harm after a dispute and alleged entrapment near the river. Police at central station described the case as a death by action with a witness report of a short chase and a possible perpetrator. Her sister Willia Hawke, formerly with Mine Bturage, was unaccounted and a brother in the city was mentioned amid charity offers.

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The Woman Explorer Depicted As Vastly Advanced

The article profiles Mrs. French Sheldon, famed Central Africa explorer, staying at the Hotel Cambridge in Gotham. It notes she has penetrated deeper into Central Africa than others, travels the southern regions, and is writing a book about her journeys. It frames her as pioneering for her era and highlights the country’s rising industries and wealth as context.

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No Soldiers' Home Bill Drawn For Oklahoma Territory

A congressional bill to establish a soldiers' home in Oklahoma Territory faced delays due to funding and ship shortages. Petitioners urged swift action, while reports indicate political and logistical obstacles may push timing beyond the current session.

Roof Gardens Park Plans in New York Theeside Pier Work

The residette of tye appreat Eide ere at tnt rath to tee & goed peep ae Stina eect. Plans call for a new pier and garden area in Roof Gardens Park with a cemented dock and a 28 foot wide wing. No final plan approved. aldermen to review next week as part of city projects.

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Abandoned Babies Case Stirs New York Dune Investigation

A string of abandoned infants near a New York dune sparks a police inquiry. Investigators note similarities among the foundlings and suspect a single caregiver behind the cases. Authorities from Helmie Hospital seek leads to identify the provider and locate the infant faces, while a pharmacist in Kansas Avenue is cited in one apparent tip.

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Devastating Cloudburst Destroys Neosho Area Properties

A violent cloudburst caused four to six feet of floodwater in Neosho Missouri area, washing away buildings including the Baptist church, with several deaths reported. Property losses reach about 150000 dollars and multiple families are displaced. trains suspended north of Neosho due to flood. Dead include Mrs John Robinson and child, and Rev Harry White and wife among missing. The disaster impacted nearby towns and left extensive damage to crops and furniture.

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Bicycle and Gold Abominations Warned by Dunkards

The Old Order of Dijikerts in Covington Wisconsin denounces the bicycle and the use of gold as abominations. They cite religious purity concerns and ban or shun items linked to modern influences, prompting communal debate and disciplinary measures within the group.

Dunkards Dijikerts Eewion Covington Twarlem Conor Brubten Taukeit

The Jar at Pittsburg Sparks Prohibition Split Rumors

A Pittsburg dispatch reports the first move by the Silver Men to bolt conventions. The piece suggests shifts toward a gold standard and possible splits between Republican and Democratic factions. Western delegates are painted as pivotal as party lines drift under pressure from the Prohibition issue.

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Kate Field Dead in Honolulu Literary Figure Passes

Kate Field, renowned American journalist and literary woman, dies in Honolulu after a long career with the South Pacific travel writings and advocacy. The obituary notes her role as editor and her influence on literary and journalistic circles.

Kate Field Restin Honolulu

Brick Pomeroy 15 Dead Noted Sorenson Journalist Dies

New York June 1 An aging journalist Brick Pomeroy long influential in Corning and Milwaukee papers has died at his Broad Street residence aged 63. His career spanned Corning Democrat La Crosse Democrat Athens Athens Horloun Argus Milwaukee Daily Chronicle and New York Daily Democrat with ventures into publishing and a planned but abandoned Big Toll Tunnel project.

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Fort Hays Reservation Debate on Donation to State

Unclear text discusses Fort Higa reservation matters and opposition to transferring the fortifications to state control. Mentions fear of politicized opposition and soldiers' homes funding. References Fort Leavenworth and intervention, with uncertain details on who opposes and who supports the plan.

Fort Hays Washington Fame Fort Higa Rensps Swavenworth York Fort Leavenworth Varius

Controversy Over Looks At Atchison Globe Notice

A heated exchange centers on Bob Kneepley and Ise Jones regarding appearance claims in the Atchison Globe. The piece references Heberie jy and Lee Jones, and a demand for apology and clarification about comments on looks and public notices.

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A Cheap Motorcycle Invented for the Masses

A new cheap motorcycle patent aims to bring motorized transport within reach of many. The device weighs about 26 pounds and can run on a storage battery or small engine. It features an upright bar and a torque mechanism to lift the front wheel, allowing quick conversion between modes. Estimated cost not exceeding £200.

H Rennedy Peeriess Steam W.athathams

Hanna to Lead and Plan for Harmony in McKinley Era

The Canton man Mark Hanna is named to lead the Republican National Committee with Cleveland as headquarters. The Cleveland Leader and other papers support Hanna, stressing harmony as the goal, while editorials note McKinleyites and The Times-Herald debate the impact on the 1900 presidential ticket.

Cleland Mark Henna Republican National Committee Cleveland Mark Han Cleveland Leader Hanna National Suiminates Waren Chicags “Tribune McKinley Procuasion and Hollers T imes-Heralkdtt Bobbest Kohlseal Mark Hantin Edner Koninaat Harte

Grain rate debate moves to rail commission stance

Kansas City hearing highlights how farmers could gain from lowering interstate grain freight, with Bridenbaugh and other trade leaders arguing reductions at interstate routes would cut through rates to Missouri River cities and Gulf ports.

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Schlatter Heard From In Arizona By Rider About Year Heal Time

Fragmentary notice recounts Schlatter traveling alone from Kirkland Valley toward Eldorado mountains in southern Nevada. He claims to refuse food offered by locals, insists on walking out, and notes sleeping outdoors while asserting a plan to ignore railroad rates on several Union Pacific round trips. Includes train fare ads and an unrelated family medicine endorsement.

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Filley Dominates Missouri Politics in Long Struggle

The piece portrays Chauncey Filley as a legendary Missouri political power, called the Old Man and Old Regularity, with rivals nicknamed silk stockings. It recalls battles, loyalists, and deserters, illustrating Filley’s grip on leadership and his reputation for shrewdly managing factions and delegates amid shifting alliances.

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Would Reed Accept Prominent Republicans Rush Bin For Vice

In a speculative Washington dispatch dated June 1, prominent Republicans discuss Speaker Reed as a possible vice presidential candidate. The piece notes support from Freeport and GOP members, concerns about Reed balancing ticket dynamics, and hints at party strategy in selecting a running mate.

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West Political Field and Campaign Logistics Details

Washington dispatch outlines national campaign work from Chicago and New York with talks of party leaders, headquarters moves near battlegrounds, and anticipated shifts in support. Mentions cavalry supplies, personnel assignments, and regional influence on tariff driven voting patterns amid party strategy.

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Bottled Up Blood Diseases Cure Claim Exposed

An advertisement attacks bottled mineral cures from Swift Specific Co claiming mercury and potash damage bones and marrow, warn of hair loss and decay, and tout a free sample offer while asserting the remedy cures a wide range of diseases. The piece emphasizes avoidant warnings and urges readers to seek the product by mail.

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