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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1896
Page
5
City council discusses a new bridge across Martin's Creek and road grader issues. Plans include cost estimates for a bridge, landfill concerns, and municipal maintenance measures, with Mayor Lanper and Council members debating funding, bids, and timing amid ongoing street improvements.
A fragmented Topeka town page notes water pumping at McPherson and Lee Jones drug store, Republican meetings at Lee Hotel, and the ongoing transformation of a public figure. It lists various civic notes, court actions, school graduations, and social gatherings with scattered names, places, and dates amid chaotic OCR garble.
Fragmented text appears to reference a court matter with names such as Harr Sarord, Jones, Wittig, Hey, Chaney, and a mentions of a receiver. The legible parts are sparse and do not form a clear action, date, or outcome. Further readable context is needed to produce a precise summary.
Dem editors note a series of political appearances and notes on candidates and offices. The item mentions specific figures such as Mrs. treat new Sie and Mortiein of the Stertink re, with references to Arkansas and local governance.
Real estate transfers list several parcels and names including Andrew Patrick of Tuscarawas county selling for 1 228 dollars and others transferring properties in Richland. The notices reference parcels or undetermined lots on Kansas Avenue and a dyeing business later in the text.
Norris and Moores streets Topeka witnessed a tragic wedding feast where four guests died after consuming pressed chicken served at the event. Reports describe illnesses spreading among attendees, with families traveling to nearby towns seeking answers as investigations begin into the food used.
A chaotic plea for cyclist reforms is voiced as a group critiques night riding hazards. Pedestrians and officials discuss dangers from sudden dashes, catapulting kicks, and street friction explored through comic yet cautionary anecdotes about riders, feather dusters, and urban obstacles.
The Maine Republican convention names Hon. Lewellyn Power, of Houlton, as candidate for governor. The platform supports the gold standard, tariff reform, immigration limits, temperance, and the withdrawal of patronage. Reed and Stuts were praised for their service and the party pledges to uphold national prosperity and duty.
A city opinion states that the St Louis Underground Service Co may not grant private use rights to the street for subways or similar works. The streets are held in trust by the city and cannot be allocated to private parties for the new subways system contemplated by St Louis authorities.
Fragmentary notes describe war talk and a possible West Point visit. Mentions of Appleton, Dr A P B Lawser, and Frank Sim Tharmacist at 07 Honsde Avenue. Readers see scattered references to September dates and local safety concerns amid military discussion.
Ed Arnold sails to Rossville on business and Miss Hien BAttic visits Silver Lake friends. Mr and Mrs Ad Holman welcome a baby girl born Monday night. Prof W.2 Wasson to Burlington for the State encampment. Sunday morning services at North Topeka Methodist. Mrs Ellen Higher improving. Horticultural Society to plant sage at Squire Marple’s farm. Joe De Prans reportedly en route to California. Rev. Mr. Partott to Auburn pastorate. Advertisements for furnishings, dental services, and beefsteak offerings fill the page.
The Gold Standard Democratic group forms in Indiana with Slayer Taggart as president and Plutre Gray, son of the late Governor Gar, as secretary. A strong executive committee and a statewide campaign plan are set, aiming to rally gold-standard supporters at the state convention even if delegates are not named. The committee expects steady influence from county-representative members against free silver. The split between free silver and sound money factions remains evident as the campaign unfolds in Chicago and Kentucky, with neither wing yielding soon.
The narrative notes travel by rail to Kansas City for a group from St Louis with hotel reservations at Chestnut Street Browives and Sav. Hotel. Arrangements include sleeping provisions and trains with Pacific railway connections. Attendees are urged to confirm promptly with J Gynt Wester Passenger agent.
The upper reads walls of the bridge were completed to admit passage for future repairs. A large amount of timber used in temporary repairs. Mastery to be replaced later.
A Chicago party committee reports fourteen thousand dollars still owed from the Democratic national convention, with expenses pending. The treasurer notes expected receipts of sixteen thousand five hundred, while plans include city funds and exhibitor stipends. the committee anticipates a final tally affecting seating and decor for the convention.
Commissioner Mandal predicts in the devastated districts ten or three months the forward plan will bring substantial new buildings standing in contrast to old dingy ones spared. He notes extensive rebuilding by the district and says property owners express determination to rebuild swiftly with an enhanced and more substantial homes.
Two young men from New Myek journey from Atlantic York to Hucre with plans to push a distance of 3250 miles, using a tent and equipment. The attempt is described as bold and ill considered, with details of their route and gear.
A fragmented account references South Missouri topography and viewpoints promising an accurate general view of the region. It notes attention from home cookery folks and investors and hints at receipts and advertisements from associated entities.
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