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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jun 04, 1896

Page

2

Veto Debate Over River and Harbor Bill Rages in Senate

Wallington June 4 The River and Harbor Bill faces a presidential veto with a 63 to 24 vote after three hours of debate. Senators Sherman Pettigrew Hawley and Butler press for passage citing dam and waterway improvements while Vilas Hill and Bates defend the veto as constitutional overreach.

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Fragmentary Names List From Unclear Source

A garbled OCR fragment lists multiple proper names and possible terms including Weller Wartse Wetmors Wileen Be Brive Paullner Gearte Gorman Tones Ark Tamipay 2 Mitesetl AWis Morgan Hi Tinea Turple West Waituail We Whhite Poillise Aula Tynesisev2. ve and Atew Neye Chiito Flth Vues.

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Majch McKinley Speech in Bent Worth tribute rally

The crowd cheered as speakers praised McKinley and urged defense of the nation. A veteran orator extolled duty, sacrifice, and the need to honor soldiers, urging Young Americans to uphold patriotism and the country’s lasting institutions.

Debs Speech in Nashville Sparks Heavy Crowd

Debs addressed one of Nashville s largest audiences denouncing labor oppression and wealth inequality. He argued labor unions unite for common good against oppression and urged steadfast adherence to moral duty amid social turmoil.

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Sasta Fe Route and Kansas City Travel Notice

An OCR fragment notes a travel route involving Sasta Fe and Kansas City with references to fares and tickets. It mentions W. C Garvey as an agent and a steam laundry, plus a phone cue about a recall and journal subscriptions. The readable text is fragmentary and lacks clear dates or outcomes.

Persimmon Triumph Sparks Royal Derby Jubilation

London reports flood Victoria Station crowds and Marlborough House celebrations after Persimmon wins the Derby. The Times notes the royal welcome, lavish supper, and public enthusiasm for the prince's victory, with emphasis on opulence and national pride.

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House Looks to Early Adjournment Amid Quorum Worries

Washington dispatch notes the House preparing for an early adjournment as members argue over quorum and attendance. Reports include the Pirat South Carolina contest, river and harbor committee findings, and tariff-era hints. Also listed are railroad fare alerts and local business notices amid broad wartime era chatter.

Independent Silver Movement convenes in Columbus

A January 4 meeting of Democrats and Silver Movement supporters drew just over 200 delegates to FMCA auditorium. Henry T. Niles of Toledo chaired as General Warner described talks with Senators and governors about backing free silver this year. Delegates elected at large to the St Louis convention include Butterworth, Warner, and Niles with 35 more to be chosen, while slim attendance was blamed on fears of a Democratic pledge for free coinage at the state convention.

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Washington Summer Pleas of the President's Family and the Cabinet

The piece lists departures of Mrs Cleveland and other prominent figures from Washington to various locations such as Palm Beach, Beavertown, Detroit, and Bayfield. It mentions Mrs Olney, Mrs Minot, Mrs Carlisle, Mrs Hoke Smith, Miss Morton, Mrs Harmon, and daughters Herbert and Micou accompanying their fathers on travels related to government duties and inspections.

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Washington senator recalls design story of Great Fade bridge

The article describes Senator Teter recalling a cautionary tale related to the Great Fade bridge at St. Louis. It notes how designer Eads and engineer Br. Eadstad, after completing plans and cost estimates, faced a newspaper story claiming a railroad engine derailed a bridge in a storm, prompting a redesign to prevent a similar accident. The narrative emphasizes the cautionary decision influenced by the tale and its impact on the bridge’s natures.

Washington Teter Fella Rade St. Louie Brr Tétler Br. Eadstad

Fruit Tariff Removed Brandy Use Exemption Signed Into Law

Washington report indicates the president approved acts exempting alcohol used in the arts from tax and expanding the fruit list to include oranges, peaches, pears, and prunes for brandy production under new terms. The measure also grants a pension to the widow of Major General Thomas Ewing.

Washington Hee Breve Thomas Ewing

Companies Receiving Charter Inquiries Across Regions

A scrambled news summary notes several entities seeking charters or already formed. References include the Katsu Parnes Mutual Insurance association, a Feagrart township group, McPherson College in McPhersons, Hatloweth Lodge 205 in Cherokee county, and the Kansas City Fort Scott and Memphis Railroad Co issuing a view book highlighting regional products and topography for settlers and inventors.

Katsu Parnes’ Mutual Incuratice Association Euess Feagrart Dickimson McPherson College McoPherses Devo Lagaera Kansas City, Fort Scott & Memphis Railroad Co South Missouri

Begg's Hair Renewer and Dewitts Pills Ad

An old advertisement touts Begg s Hair Renewer claiming universal scalp cleansing removes dandruff and leaves soft glossy hair. Also promotes Dewitts Little Pills as a headache remedy and digestive aid from Geo W Bransfield.

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Belasco Testifies In Carter-Starr Suit Over 60,000 Fees

In New York Supreme Court David Belasco testified in his suit to recover money from N & Fairbank for promoting Mrs. Leslie Carter. He described meetings in Carter's city apartments and the plan to develop her as a dramatic star, including figures of 40,000 to 150,000 for her career. He stated Fairbank offered cash for promises and discussed arrangements around theater work and touring. The witness recounted funding details, telegrams, and negotiations with managers and agents as the case paused for further testimony.

New York David Belasco Supreme Court N. & Fairbank Leslie Carter Belasco Fairbank Moe. Carter Withese Carter Tod Fairbank Mary Anderson Uie Defendent Mwirbath Cor Mra Carter Afra Fairbanks Belssie Walt Wien Mtr Kehich Tivlisca Willard Janie Price Mr. Morrison Kansas City Pronrietar Manmurer Necelst Antesses Ani Tor Stegard Morrisan Morrison

Duel Prevented Between Marshals Campos and Terres

Madrid dispatch reports General Martinez Campos and Lieutenant General Hir Terre avoided a duel after an insulting letter from General Barrero. Both generals were released on parole. war ministry and government still evaluating the case as political and military circles remain calm. Also mentions various ads and local notices about products and services.

New York Madrid Martinez Campos Hir- Terre Barrerro Marshal Campos

Boy’s tribute to McKinley earns prized trousers

In Cincinnati on June 4 a 13 year old boy, Clarence Hillis, watched Governor McKinley’s inauguration from a lamppost and drew the governor’s eye with a spirited salute. The crowd cheered as the youth’s enthusiasm and courage impressed all, and he was later gifted a pair of long trousers by the governor and staff for his bold act.

Ohioan Cincinnati McKinney Clarence Columbus McKinley Meckinley Young Hills Mekhinier Jose Hillia Gavarsor Mckinsey Clarence Hillis Young Hits Tong Bean Isiatinell Govettor Mckinley

Kansas Editor Records Third Visitation of Locust Swarms

A Kansas editor reports a third appearance of 17 year locusts observed near Valle Falls. The note describes locusts emerging from under trees, maturing in about 33 years, feeding for forty days, and then dying as they disappear from the ground.

Kansas Valles Fale

Temperance talk at Old City Hall addresses alcohol harms

Helen My Stovugar of Indigun spoke at a temperance meeting at Old City Hall on Market Street. She criticized beer and liquor and warned of the dangers of bark products, while a typical temperance lecture outlined the prohibition themes. Mrs. Whislow’s Soothing Syrup advertised for teething and distress, and promotional notes touted One Minute Cough Cure by Geo. W. Stansfield of Kane Avenue.

Helen Indigun Old City Hall Hope Mission Market Street

Growth in Medieval Circulation Metrics Highlighted

Fragmentary historical notes show 1345 circulation figures and January 1 1893 prints. Daily averages cited around 5,125 and 4,350 for specific years with other figures near 10,600. Mentions March 1306 daily print peak at 16,838 up to March 29.

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The Deadly Parallel Topeka Capital Circulation Claim

The Topeka business manager in December 1895 released figures for The Deadly Parallel issue, noting 6,535 to 10,874 average and 10,925 peak circulation in March 1896. It argues The Capital’s outside-Topeka distribution exceeds its Topeka reach, supporting a conclusion about broader sales.

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State Journal Led in Local Circulation Over Capital on Sunday

The State Journal records higher daily local circulation than the Capital’s Sunday edition. The Wichita Daily and Sunday Engie prints show lower circulation than Topeka State Journal, despite its sizable regional reach.

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