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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1896
Page
2
Long fragmented sermon in Lynn Massachusetts laments the Civil War era division and foresees a potential sectional crisis. The speaker argues that economic and political fault lines resemble secession tension, warning of a future republic split and urging unity to sustain the Union.
In a lively courtroom scene Judge Shelton presides over a case involving Alice Pierce, 17, and her mother Mrs May Pierce, with Mrs Hoyt expressing jealousy. The testimony centers on allegations of discharging carelessness while playing with a detective and a mischief charge as the jury weighs possible harm and character.
Article reports the Argemuan committee announcing work on Monday related to a Liberty project. It mentions repairs and modifications to a lighthouse interior, electric lines, and plans to improve safety by removing hazards. Details include cost estimates and the role of the Lighthouse department in overseeing completion.
The Cleveland and Blount dispute over William Churchill of New York as consul general at Apia, Shinet, leads to a row of misunderstandings. Churchill asserts a ceremonial gesture while Blount and supporters push for the official appointment, with tension spilling into how the American flag is displayed and political loyalties tested.
The text describes a skeletal discovery near a homestead by workers who recovered remains and faced missing guards. It mentions various garbled names and stray phrases about remedies and laundry services, with no clear attribution or conclusions.
A notation advertises reduced one-third fare on the Santa Fe Route for home and city travel. It lists one-way fare details, effective dates, and a return ticket period, with June 15 cited as a deadline or key date. Names of offices or organizers are not clearly legible.
Report from Washington on June 3 notes only four supply and minor bills left. Contested Democratic election cases and party friction shape pending adjournment. Leaders aim to resolve appropriation and tariff issues while the Senate and House push toward a short final session.
The report notes several minor bills passed before adjournment, including measures affecting appropriations and fisheries. It references actions on a northern railroad issue, a penitentiary erection, and protections for Alaska salmon fisheries. The piece mentions the impending resignation of a member and continuation of session until the order of Friday.
Fragmented text discusses a speech on Cuba and the Spanish American context. Mentions Mr Morgan, the queen regent of Spain, and alleged atrocities in Cuba. References to war, intervention, and reciprocity with Spain amid debates on U.S. actions and neutrality.
Fragmented text warns of supposed cough cures containing dangerous ingredients and deceptive labeling. Mentions pharmacists and a Cherry Cough Syrup product, urging avoidance and raising safety concerns about misleading claims and potential hazards.
Weaver reports Populist strength in Oregon with a four to one win for free silver across counties. He predicts a united silver movement at St Louis July 2 and strong support for Pestivoer in Portland, highlighting urban impact against the old party control.
Town saloonist fights a Methodist Episcopal church’s proximity to his establishment under the 300 foot rule. Madrid authorities, Lyons, Arl oyts saloon tied to anti saloon ordinances. Court to decide injunction or closure as church construction faces 200 foot limit.
In San Antonio in June reports say Dr JB Taylor Merelithy Foxue Stockman and others searched for a herd of wild buffalo first found in Brewster County two years ago. They located the herd near a Teele region in Presite county, boasting a score of several dozen animals. Dr Taylor plans to pursue the herd with a campaign extending over years on his ranch in Tun Geven county.
Jury awarded 35 090 dollars to Drummond after a June trial in Beazville Decree Minute railway matter. He, once a conductor, lost his job following the incident and has struggled to find employment. The ruling cites the blacklist as a factor in denying work.
Report describes a large swarm of grasshoppers settling four miles north of Chillicothe harming fruit and crops including clover and grapes. Locals attempt to burn or destroy the pests as authorities coordinate control efforts.
An OCR fragment describes the Santa Fe route to St Louis with vague allusions to schedules, winter timing, and business areas near a convertion depot. It mentions rates, telephones, and round trips but details are unclear. The readable parts reference the city, transportation, and depot facilities.
Extracts praise Dr Kings New Discovery for pneumonia and La Grippe with a pastor recalling his wife’s recovery at Rives Junction. Trial bottles offered at J Jones Drug Store Fifth and Kansas Ave. Also notes DeWitts Wart Hagel Salve for skin ailments and a steam laundry claim about color fastness.
Tensions rose as Negro delegates to the Republican national convention faced outright hotel and boarding house refusals in St Louis. A national committee member pledges a fund to house and feed Black delegates, while business leaders warn against discrimination and seek accommodations for the convention week.
Fragmentary notes indicate plans to keep the headquarters at a hotel near William P. Dye’s home area open through the convention, conditional on the Business Men's League not achieving a certain outcome. Details are unclear due to incomplete OCR.
Actor Curtis and his touring troupe reach St Paul after a murder trial long past in San Francisco. Baggage was attacked at the depot. Curtis returned to the Metropolitan to collect funds. Two company members left for New York. others stay to await developments while authorities ensure protection.
A fragment reports anarchist links around a Corpus Christi event at Sanik Marie del Mar. Police say 322 suspects are held and documents seized to show plans for further disturbances. the blast and demonstrations are tied to a broader terror campaign with violent plots and coordinated protests.
Chicago financier Frank A Hecht of Charles Knesmer & Co leads a bid to erect a 2.01 million pound hotel on the Willard site. Hecht seeks Willard's lease and partner input as Drewery Co and Rassiner & Co are already expanding locally. Government inquiry noted as to the financier’s credibility.
A proposed improvement by John Sturehat suggests novel stage layouts for weekly concerts. The idea, tied to a new head usher at the White House, arises from a plan reportedly linked to Air Marshall himeutt and involves repositioning performers and patrons for better acoustics and view.
Local travel notices list several round trip fares and dates from St Louis Buffalo Chicago Washington and St Paul to popular destinations. Special dates include June 14 and July 3 4 to September 30 return windows with prices around 85 dollars and 112 8 for certain routes. Details reference routes through Pueblo Colanhine Springs and Colorado points with reservations through merchants and city telephones.
An obscure ad and prospectus in a 19th century paper promotes a book titled Snap Shots in South Missouri offering views of the region and attracting investors. It also includes medical quackery ads toutting patent cures, tonics, and remedies with testimonials. The text references locations in Kansas City and mentions the Great Rock Island and St Louis connections.
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