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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1896
Page
5
Fragmented OCR notes describe John Otis engaged in ditch work with Culonists in Annie Diggs Colorado Colony. The text references fate, national issues, and a shift toward practical methods, debating communal duties, water access, and collective labor as the colony seeks a viable path forward.
The column recaps Topeka and state happenings with scattered updates on politics, public notices, social events, and local chatter. Mentions horse racing, church talks, and various civic items including rail extension plans and court actions. Entwined are names like Captain Joe Waters, Judge Hazeni, and Governor Morrill amid a wide array of minor civic tidbits.
City officials face new ordinances while several inmates await trial in the district court. Officials consider fines and retrial scenarios as hearings discuss obligations and the path to court resolution.
A fragmented report notes unrest near Smyrna as unidentified Burds and witnesses clash with Birmingham workers at a Smyrna road rate facility. An incident at a Frank Fang restaurant during dinner period is mentioned, with 290 individuals allegedly involved. Unclear names and places limit clarity.
Charlotte Perkins Stetson talks across the city about women’s roles and education. She argues for women’s freedom, domestic labor as real work, and the need for society to support rather than police women’s lives. Her tour includes a lecture at a public venue and a planned talk on reform distribution.
Charles Read formerly Weston Republican politician of Scott County has lately taken the chief of Police of Brathv Washi Mr dead walk one of the early pioneers of Scott county and under together Jane A Martin was census taker Be Ure county just prior to the organization Later of he way Sheriff and NSalerk Surrey ears way be se 9 Seatit and eneaged it the tractive business which he tere in Bik to getrs service of the city and, has Intely,mae chief of patia AYAne to Beste City sea wana Slave frlitesd wna aauloe iat Ww The iy tits hort rake tative in Atate Treasurer Athertona Experiment at thy state hyde Wenton Reunion State Senator T Danber of Hier vey county a ceremry of t County Union Soldiers and Ballorewee sociation Bas sent notice to Commander Wc Whitnes of the G A T thist the amsculation will Lald its assault re ilo arid Sa at Newton tember 10 and 1 Hanway to be Tried at McPherson Ckpt 2 G Wouters went to McPherson today where he is to defend IE Hanway the Topeka man who is charged with duet ound over lady relence he has been with his family in tupeka
The Union Pacific signals a possible rate war over reduced fares for school teachers taking summer trips. It plans to ignore rival routes and push a round trip for teachers on June 17 and 34, with tickets valid to September. If others resist, a broader move to match the rate could follow, risking a Western Passengers Association dispute and impacting Utah travelers returning east in fall.
A late notice lists personnel moves for the Santa Fe bed rock out service and Atlantic & Pacific routes including Mrs Don A Sweet and J J Prey traveling to Albuquerque and Be Jueeuh MO. It reports service changes, repairs after a turntable break at Santa Fe, and water works activity with H W Daub and deep wells projects at Chicwan and Horton shops to reach significant depths.
Two men cleaning a well at the Ripley laundry works found several kegs of beer buried in the deep water. The beer in one keg showed signs of age and the vessel carried an old port mark. Authorities note the incident and speculate how long the beer had rested underground.
Major Burn Mur docks cavairy attained Suumia on Monday and captured the entire Dervish camp with a great quantity of pies. Many of the enemy were killed and forty Dervishes were taken prisoner. Sir Herbert Kitchener sent infantry to hold Suurde, a valuable position. The defeat left Sunrise north of Suurde cleared except for about 20 Utes. The Emperor of China commended the relief by American warship sailors after a collision disaster at Woe Sung.
Police court last evening fined three for intoxication offenses totaling 30 dollars. Several weeks old cases were dismissed or settled on the spot. City Attorney Bird said Crow’s case lacked clear evidence. others paid fines immediately in court. Authorities vow to pursue jointists, though many continue operations under increased caution.
Kansas and other state party groups arrange national convention quarters at Chicago hotels with state and district delegations assigned to Leland Palmer and Anderton venues. Fifty rooms ordered for Kansas as parties plan for delegates and newspaper correspondents set up at the Anderton Annes.
Paris society reels as a famed beauty reportedly poisons herself amid scandalous rumors. A New York dispatch notes a Barcelona tragedy unfolding during a religious procession, with casualties and an American consul general seeking to reassure officials. The article mentions rioting suspects and ongoing inquiries as authorities intensify protection around the U S consulate.
D C Metsker buys dynamos in Topeka for temporary use. He plans to replace old electric equipment with an independent electric plant. The purchase involves a $100,000 bid and a 3000 unit capacity. City officials say the new plant will relieve space constraints in the electrical system.
Real estate transfers listed including Mulvane to ns and HD with section and township details and a price of 3050. Den nil toes 358 S06 ash 309 Hursigod street appears. Topeka Avenue properties sold for around 4000. County treasurers report receipts and matured bonds payments from Crawford Republic Osborne counties totaling 412... three counties reported early cash receipts for school bonds. Also notes political critique of W Morrison for secretary of state. Osawatomi garden destruction and heavy rains impacting farms and insanum gardens.
In Oregon, June 3 in the First Congressional district Tongue, Rep, leads with a 71 plurality as complete returns come in from all counties except three. In the Second district Ellie, Rep, shows a 41 plurality with official tallies from Gee counties missing.
A report notes a woman and three men including Wilson Fowler and Smdmen to be hanged at Newgate prison. The article mentions Milson and Fowler tied to Muswell Hill, with a baby-farmer convicted of murder among those scheduled for execution. An advertisement touts safe kid-friendly Ayet'n pills and a steam laundry claim.
The first annual convention of the Brotherhood of Boilermakers and supporters opened in Cleveland with about 300 delegates. President Lee Jobnect of Rancus City gave the welcome address amid several speeches, with attendees noting a motors demonstrator at A. Lea's, Bates Avenue.
The Merchants Association seeks a presidential approved voyage to promote US South American trade. Aimed aboard a warship from New York to ports including Guayra Venessu a and Bahia, Brasil, with Lancaster to transport officials to ports such as Pernambuco and Montevideo for meetings with the president and Secretary Herbert within days.
Ex Senator discusses support for the St Louis platform and silver policy, noting 16 to 1 Republican split and his preference for monometallism. He backs preferring the Republican slate over the Democrats, while signaling continued silver advocacy if given a chance. A separate item references appeals for civil rights and the fate of a Jim Crow car policy. Free derailment details follow with a Gloucester fire summary and theater-type notes about dinners and tickets.
Fragmented OCR describes a discussion on electric shocks and scientific claims, mentioning Hartnr jam, Penneyteania, and the Society for the Advancement of Bronce. Names appear distorted, with references to Bushnell and Celeto text about nerves, teeth, and cytology. The piece reads like a garbled report of experiments and objections without clear outcomes.
Fragmented OCR text references June events in New York and Crete with mentions of Greek volunteers, Delmar Athens organization, and various belligerents. It notes a French Greek alliance, routes through Smyrna, and European powers Germany Austria Italy, with sparse names and dates. Overall details are unclear but imply wartime activity and Allied sympathies.
A family group from Col Wintia University plans a summer outing to Tort Townsed and Paget Sound region. They will study Cxuna aiet lore and Catherine original material to aid a broader investigation.
An old advertisement extols a female regulator product claiming it strengthens the system and removes impurities. It asserts health benefits, mentions a seller in Atlanta and a price, reflecting era marketing language. The fragmented copy references a Mrs Mea termon and distribution details.
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