06 Jun 1896
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1896
Page
1
The June term's supreme court decisions include rulings against railroad interests in key cases and a point in patent rights resolved. Other notable opinions cover various civil and criminal matters with several verdicts and affirmations across multiple jurisdictions.
Fragmented OCR notes recount tense political maneuvering around Paul Morton and Kanes, with references to Attorney General Goddard and rail projects. The text touches on legislative battles, intersettlement meetings, and accusations of impropriety amid western roads funding debates and Galveston participation.
Fragmented entry references a meeting yesterday about wind and weather, with garbled names and dates. The text hints at a formal or official session, mentions a committee or group, and notes time markers and locations, but specifics are obscured by OCR errors.
Unclear OCR text outlines a defendant named Ripley facing trial in a distant court for alleged assault or related charges. Mentions a waived preliminary hearing and several individuals with uncertain roles. Local names and places are garbled, hindering precise facts.
Readable fragments describe a clash on an electric line near Walnut Street with shots fired into a trolley car enclosure. Reports mention a front platform observer and rising tensions as crowd activity continues into the morning. Names and exact places are uncertain due to damaged OCR.
The president vetoes the deficiency appropriation bill arguing it delays executive action and questions a million-dollar claim from the prior century. It also objects to payment of a $174,485 claim tied to a nonsurrender of a French battery project and criticizes Congress for deferring constitutional power.
Governor Morton led a purchase of the Niagara Falls water power system for 4,000,900 dollars. The Chicago firm Schootsxept & Co. reportedly sold the plant and power rights to Morton and associates, bankers of New York, with backing that included telegraphic confirmations and canal work plans. The deal consolidates control of the water power assets in a major state business move.
Brown County woman Billy Hughes from Everest appeals after a trial where he was convicted on one count and sentenced to sixty days on each of two counts while two other charges drew different outcomes. The appellate court faulted the judge for errors in instructions and weighed evidence on counts related to maintaining influence versus selling in Brown County.
The Central Committee of the 37th District decided today that Larimer was nominated for representative with a narrow plurality. The committee, after defeating rivals, indicated Larimer led Beigham by four votes and the committee investigated the ballot results before ruling on the nomination appeal.
A chaotic recitation of notices covers Johns Hopkins finance moves to protect creditors and resume annual dividends, East St. Louis requests aid for residents, a funeral in Kansas City is noted, and Indian appropriations face congressional action. The report strings together creditor protection, disaster relief, obituaries, and treaty-era payments with limited clear causality.
Judge Walt secures a divorce for his client from her spouse in Wichita on grounds of improper conduct and neglect of duty. The court awards alimony of 400 and custody of the children. A cyclone and cloudburst in Loup City caused injuries, including a child’s death, and widespread property damage.
A New York Herald report describes a powder trust backed by millions and controlled by three major companies Gettin Rand Powder, Qu Hagan Powder, and Lopent De Nemours. Prices for sporting and blasting powders rose notably, with officials noting coordination and increased output limits.
In Portland Oregon a partial vote count shows Vanderburg trailing in the district with complete returns awaited from several counties. Republican figures, including Quinn and Doigting, indicate Vanderburg’s plurality shrinking as results come in.
The Woman's Republican Association met at Lincoln Post hall and elected officers including President Mary Lethtyford and secretary Mre A F Stanton. Mr W M Shaver was named secretary of the Masonite Mution Benefit saxyin ton and praised for his civic service. Jules Simon is dying in Paris as French statesmen discuss his condition.
The Senate pressed for appropriations for public buildings at New Capitola and state capitols amid partial agreement on items. Rep Allison and others argued many projects remained open while speakers warned against new constructions. Debate touched on treasury bonds and the need for a firm stand on public building funding.
City Assessor Willis Eddon announced raised assessments for Topeka area properties on Kansas avenue from Fitch streets to Bush street. Three blocks on Kinnea avenue are expected to rise about 500 to 73,000 dollars, with some parcels potentially up 15 to 19 percent. Farnsworth binding at Kansas avenue and Pitherrett, last year 90,600, jumps to 310,700 this year. Commissioner Rodgers said the board supported the increases and Edson voiced agreement with the valuations.
An Ingallate man faces a council clash as Engalls sweep candidates in the third district bar election. Judge J V Deskriet pledges to pursue Mekhintes for deputy, praising orator Jean J Inglis. A Senate decision appeared to be approved today by leading society leaders amid the unclear results.
The Republican county central committee elected Charles E. Gault as chairman and D. Watson as secretary. The meeting, held at Hamilton Hall, included announcements of officers and attendees. speakers included Mrs. Charlotte Perkins Stetmon of California visiting Kansas City.
A May report from Washington discusses a bill for three infantry ships and armor pricing. The national championship tennis tournament begins August 1 in Newport with a drawing method using four sections to separate brackets for semifinals. The system aims to reduce inferior player matching and improve fairness.
A report from Oregon raises concerns of a suppression or rigging in voting or counting practices affecting the election process. Local officials and observers scrutinize procedures amid complaints of irregularities and potential miscounts.
The article reports Populist leaders in Oregon predicting a victory, detailing strategy and staff moves ahead of the vote. It notes splits with Republicans, Western Republicans, and Democratic plans, with Breitenhal and party officials outlining tactics and possible outcomes.
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