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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jun 02, 1896

Page

2

Not a Deserter Congressman Curtis's Bill Is Favorably Reported

ME Stevens 18 Dead. Father of Councilman Frank Stevens of Topeka. Evidence shows he died faithful to glory. A bill introduced by Congressman Curtis to remove desertion charges against J W Stevens was favorably reported by the House military affairs committee. He died from war injuries after losing an arm in battle. records later failed to show official desertion, but comrades testified to his loyalty and death in combat. The war department later restored his honor through eyewitness testimony and family testimony was never found.

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Letter Carrier Claims Extra Pay Funding Limits

A historical item reports that several Kansas towns including Topeka, Atchison, Lawrence, and Leavenworth faced delays in extra pay for letter carriers. The secretary noted this required appropriations. totals across the country were not yet approved. Names of individuals and localities appear amid partial figures and dates, with August deadlines and pay implications discussed.

Punish Outlaws Under Territorial Security Law

Text outlines penalties in the Indian Territory for assaults on or interference with railway cars or crews. It defines felony conduct, including murder by assault or enabling harm, with punishments up to two years in state penitentiary. Stresses willful damage and malicious acts against trains, cars, or personnel.

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Calderhead Seeks Support As Waller's Stepson Faces Move

Washington dispatch reports Representative Calderhead seeks backing during the session to aid Walter’s stepson amid uncertainties over a possible transfer or vacancy. The article notes Bray and others on the committee showing concern as the Congress debates pay and staffing during the recess.

Calderhead Astist Waller Washington Conerenenan Bray John Alice Euch Mold Cumerewsio Wark Tie Ana Barty Walter Taeally Curt

McKinley Refuses Speaking Invites at Memorial Day

Cleveland June 2 United States President McKinley visits Riverside cemetery for Memorial Day. He declines several speaking invitations and spends the day quietly visiting graves with family and aides as flowers mark the resting places of loved ones.

Cleveland McKinley Hiverslie Perak Non Hiner Eerenea R. Tem Multhiey Stra Freeland Bastin Te Dowd Holland Here

Body of Geo Murphy Buried After 30 Years In Jersey Cemetery

The body of Geo Murphy lies in Porvat 211 cemetery, exhumed after decades. He served as a soldier from Jersey and was honored, with the uniform showing signs of age and a preserved tablet noting his long service. The grave and remains remained largely unchanged, with the uniform fabric aged but intact.

Geo. Murphy Porvat Pliva Marly Syrechee Murphy Solitler Orn Pupnars Soltier Muse I Brewaleh

Local Notes On Political Shifts At West End

Unclear OCR text shows mentions of Governor, St Jones, a famous lecture, and political party activity. References to The Solerns Wall Glee Addins and the National party are noted alongside a figure of 2200 for the Prohibition party and a claim of a wave toward the National party. Names and details are fragmentary and uncertain.

Pittabors Dahn Os St Jone Will Delyer West End M. Rochurch Solerns National Party Reihees Gebeep Steelamith Cthe Prohibition Party Jann

Shakespeare Relics Auction Promises Oddities and Visitors Book

A fragmented catalog note describes Shakespeare relics and a visitors book to be auctioned next year. The item list mentions a Burt collection and references to William Shakespeare, with uncertain names and dates. A health remedy brand is cited along with a drugstore ad line about Hand's remedies and a 25 cent price.

Phabden A. Wallection Ret de Jae Rendante Joan Willian

Grover’s Form Debate Weighs On Capitol Portrait Plans

The Senate debates a proposed memorial in the Capitol rotunda drawing sharp lines over omitting George Washington and Abraham Lincoln while praising a bust of Grover Cleveland. Arguments touch on historical representation, with figures like Hawley and Hinabrough opposing or defending the arrangement as debates continue into the session.

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Cleveland Officials Plan Action Against Scorchers

Cleveland’s police chief proposes forming a squad of cowboys to lasso the scorchers driving wheels at 40 miles an hour through crowded streets. He plans to discuss with the mayor before taking further steps to curb the menace and protect residents.

Cleveland Westerm Wirulig

Pennsylvania's Vote Predicted for McKinley at St Louis

A Pennsylvania congressman predicts that on the first roll call at St Louis, Senator Quay will announce that Pennsylvania casts its votes for McKinley. The move could trigger a stampede among other delegations and position Quay as a leading presidential candidate.

Quay McKinley Washington Pennsylvania Penneyivenia Fe St. Louis Ohia Ohio Bess

Roscoe Conkling's Fame Dedication at Madison Square

The Roscoe Conkling club of the Twenty seventh district dedicates a suite and holds a ceremony in Madison Square. A parade by a local group is planned for 3:30 p.m. with prayers, addresses by Rev McGrew and dignitaries including Edward Bauter mch Lexow and Lemuel B Quigg.

Madison New York Runtos Twenty-seventh Assembly Diatrict Koscom Conking Madison Square Porpe Pitth Dr. McGrew Bt Barchardmew Edward Bautertmch Setaner Claperice Lexow Lemuel B Quigg Jess

Strikes and Street Railway Tensions in Milwaukee

Mil waukee chiefs and workers clashed over wartime duties as street railway employees faced unsettled conditions. Leaders warn a small split could spark a broader move, while unity is urged. Samuel Gompers was expected in the city Friday, with Debs undecided on his Sunday visit.

Pho Street Railway Milwaukee Yat Atilwaukee Stalking Street Railway Simuel Gompers Bavi Hagene V. Debs Suliday

Gavel used at Republican convention in St Louis 1806

The piece shows a gavel used when the Republican National Convention met in St Louis to nominate William McKinley for president. It was crafted for the event and later presented to Senator Henry Berry, with remarks by Jonathan Terry and others at the fairground.

Abraham

Steam bicycle inventor killed in river park accident

Roxbury mechanical engineer S H Ropes died after his steam bicycle failed and threw him during a race with Tom Butler at Crakes River park. The device, which Ropes invented, caused his head to strike hard. The article also notes widespread bicycle industry troubles and various travel fare updates, reflecting a chaotic news page.

Boston S. H. Ropes Roxbury Tom Butler Roper Crakes River Park Tater Teper Desire

Mob Lynching at Court House in Columb, Georgia

A mob seized Jesse Slayton from officers during his trial, hanged him on Broad Street, then abducted Will Silex from jail and hanged him as well. The crowd, armed and furious, shot Slayton and dragged Silex through the streets, while a separate assault occurred at Clapp's factory harming Mrs. Bryan.

Columb Webster Astris Jesse Slayton Howard Bryax Slayton Mer Valence Slevton Bread Street Aa Codby Will Silex Mrx Albright Stayton Nytre Siryan Clapp SvoTaan Columbus Stra Ervan Bryan Fred Mc Brean Bean Herto

Atlantic City Uglier and the Electric Coast Line

A proposed electric railroad to run from the transom to the Hotel Favitun by the Hestisville Pullmount community in Philadelphia is advancing. John W. Grover, former Daily Union editor, notes the plan has faced delays but most beachfront property owners have signed for a summer start. The project aims to run along the North front to eliminate beach basking at the Tron Pier. most owners consented, sparing only two.

Atlante City N. J Hortn Tront Massachusetts Averve Hat Indo Tronsier Tolet Favitun Hestisville Pullmount Marcin Phladighia John WH Grover Daily Union Fienes Tron Pier

Bride and bridesmaids prepare for wedding day

The text describes a forthcoming wedding with the bride in a white gown and attendants including Miss Letitia Stivenson and Miss Letidy Scott. It mentions the best man Mr. Chirles Hardin and Wallace Radcliffe as part of the wedding party, highlighting anticipated attendance and attire.

D. Hierdin Securion MFM Letitia Stivenson Benyte Mies Letid Scott Ming Jane Aliss Julia Scote Milne Mr. Chirles Hardinett Wallace Radclite Emetar

McKinley and Silver In Republican State Debate

Rabieh notes June 2 discussion in South Carolina Republicans praising William McKinley for his silver stance. He cites free coinage support and ties to the Sherman and Dland-Alison acts, arguing McKinley’s tariff views align with silver interests.

Rabieh Baria Sorih McKinny McKinneys

Henry Irving Aids St. Louis Tendon Fund Note

Sir Henry Irving writes to the mayor of St. Louis inclosing 1.70 dollars to aid a re Met fund and expresses sympathy for the sufferers.

Henry Irving St. Louis Sir Henry Irving

McKinley Visit Sparked Short Civic Program

Original Canton news notes a June patriotic celebration cut short when McKinley could not attend due to unforeseen circumstances. A large crowd gathered for a photo opportunity as local leaders arranged a special train from St Towle and Albion to escort him to nearby stations.

Canton McKinney Bmckinney Eheak McKnney Eallery Glees Works Union St Towle Talons Albion Cantor McKinley Neadybarters Michael MoKnney

Nashville Centennial Opening Day Despite Rain

Nashville observes opening day ceremonies after a rainy morning, with colorful decorations and a grand parade initially delayed. The United States Machine team leads a two hour procession ending at Centennial Park around 3 PM, drawing about 25,000 people despite foul weather.

Nashville United States Centennial Park J. Wo ‘Fheams

Moscow Burial Scenes Describe Grim Civic Efforts

In Moscow, bodies identified by relatives were buried in private graves at municipal expense. Many victims from the Hidenehed were laid in mass trenches, the remains tightly packed to fit. About 20 workers operated at Janovskye cemetery as scenes were horrific and half the bodies recovered remained unidentified.

Moscow Gune Z—eHere Satinas Nur Todas Janovskye Rane

Rothchilds to Own It in Globe Mining Debut

June Frentier reports that Hamilton Smith representing the English syndicate and the Rothschilds have pushed negotiations for a purchase of a controlling interest in the Ammon company mines in Butte. The deal would place foreign ownership in control, with public disclosure expected in a few days. The high price reflects a recent strike action increasing the mine's value.

Frentier Re+ Il publican Butte Mutt Hamilton Smith Rothrchilds Ausvonds Company Forcisnert

Moscow banquet disaster toll rises in chaos rush

A London Standard dispatch recalls a banquet tragedy with over 3,500 killed and 1,900 injured. The report cites provisional totals from Saturday's disaster, noting massive casualties and widespread impact as authorities tally the numbers.

Moscow London Asorow Standard

Mail Appropriation for the Hawaiian Islands

Washington reports conferers agreed to senate provisions granting 55000 to the Deepaple Breamtably company for carrie from San Francisco to New Zealand and New South Wales by way of Honokula. Requests readers to try Electric Bitters for female complaints, appetite loss, headaches, and nervous troubles with claims of strength. Also promotes Alvoiriers Remne and DeWitt’s Little Hep pills with mixed local notices and names like Gen W. Stansfield and THOS. Copeland.

Washington Senate Deeaple Breamtably Company Carrie San Francisco New Zealand New South Walee Honokula United States New Caledonia Inlands Pacific J. . Jones Tore Fifth Street Kansas DeWist W. Stansfield

Chief of Police Fined in Tennessee Case

A Tennessee chief of police was fined for embezzlement and pistol-related charges after a December incident involving Attorney Johnny Ta vee. Judge Moon later overturned the ruling on grounds of improper conduct and the case was dismissed with the judge criticizing the investigation.

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Alaska Delegates Fight For Seats In St Louis Meeting

A fragmented report outlines Alaska political contenders including Delamanter and candidates from the independents convention. It references debates over work in new political roles and unspecified interregional tensions as candidates press for attention on Alaskan issues.

Fragmented Note on Democratic National Convention Coordinates

A garbled report references the Democratic National Convention and mentions formalities about seating and decoration. It notes a subset of participants and a procedural focus on convener actions, with unclear details about ages and arrangements.

Charters Filed for Irrigating and Milling Company at Syracuse

The Pokedale Butitie and Laity association of Wrandette county filed charters naming Maarg, Alvers Marty, Scansus Oty, Moy Sherri Tones and others. Headquarters set at Syracuse Haulin county with a capital stock of 10048 dollars. Directors listed include EH Irvine and HF Shannon among others. Also includes a local advertisement for a cough remedy and reaffirmation of school quality with better teachers.

Pokedale Butitie and Laity Association Wrandette County Maarg Alvers Marty Scansus Furvieten Sing God A.W. Hohn LH. Rowe G.C Miller Syracum Haulin County EH Irvine HF Shannon W B. Neithercutt A G. Ein J. Ievinie

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