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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jun 24, 1896

Page

2

Waller's Woes and Catholic Persecution Claims

Kansas City June 24 A story recounts Jobe L Walter’s testimony of persecution by Catholics connected to his arrest and imprisonment. He claims French forces, slave politics, and consular actions shaped his fate, invoking international tensions and a sympathy surge from bystanders as he describes his treatment and alleged vindication.

Kansas City Pretiefmarp Afeiéa Atay Jobe L Walter Erie Siya Arsund Demas Asierwan Governient Sera Gollisie Tee Walter Mike Fred Littie Bel

Cleveland’s Found Out in June Letter to Stewart

A June 14 letter from Wee aL Stewart, Nevada curator, describes President Cleveland’s anger over a Ravellacupered dellwort incident and calls for caution. The letter notes Democratic principles and concerns about Whitney’s tree cist, linking to Cleveland’s elevation and party trust.

Fter Stewart Cleveland New York Journal Wee al Stewart Janis Whitney Tha Pavernmett William Mt

Ambitious Move to Create State Banks Eyed

A report from Washington describes Sumner County and Larted Banks seeking reorganization to form state banks. Officials discuss government control, shareholder interests, and the role of the comptroller in guiding the process amid financial pressures and unsettled currency issues.

Sumner County Washington, D. C TColonel_ Sadter Twalington Meer Red Curreay Abe Elaine Wecore Baskeas Brini Tas Larned Bank Statutfier

Pictures of Botes Showcased in City Windows this June

Chicago June 21 The managers of Governor Botes plan to flood the city with his portraits in store windows and public spaces. Folesh ferry boss B Htuter reveals subtler lithographs of the Iowa candidate to sway voters ahead of the summer campaign.

Chicago Botes Htuter Te Luwa Gia Hiipwarda A. Walen Owutarra Democrate Cemprat Matthews Eland Walteh Ars Tien Pete

Shouk Along Water Rescue In Chicago Fire Scene

In Chicago two rescuers risked danger as a water current surged along a river channel. A rapid flood forced them to work near water obstacles while others evacuated and a nearby noise signaled shifting conditions. Hospital crews tended to injured workers as authorities investigated the perilous incident.

SIPRITUALIST 18 EXPOSED IN MICHIGAN GHOST SEANCE SCHEME

A Michigan skeptic exposes a ghost seance ring. The group claimed spirits materialized in a southern Michigan room last night. An inner circle member allegedly guided the visit, and the ringleader faces charges for obtaining money under false pretenses.

Michigan Grapplea the Ghost Mediga Bess Kind

Massachusetts Delegates Favor Party Unity At Chicago

The Boston Globe reports Massachusetts delegates to the Chicago convention favor party unity and oppose a bolt. Ex Gov Russell remains the top choice for president with William C Whitney as a second option, should a silver platform be adopted. Connecticut Democrats vow to act in accordance with the party line and support the ticket, indicating no intent to block a silver candidate if nominated.

Sachasetta Connecticut Boston Biinton Globe Massachusetts Chicago Tim Russell Willam Wittney Meer New Haven Connecticut Democratia Clinton BK Davis Ite

Unite on Teller Candidacy Sparks Populist Push

Denver reports a brief campaign move for silver and Teller presidency. About twenty five Populists led by Tau Bernook aim to unite reformers against Marcus A Faonm powered Republicans. They argue Senter Teller can rally cross party support, despite regional tensions and local wife controversy.

Denver Tres Silver Teller Taubernook Nations Committee Repubilcare Marcus A Senter ‘Teller Tim

Teller Reception in Denver Praised by All Sides

The attorney general and W W Ives retiree from Colorado discuss interference in mines and support Teller. Republicans and Democrats alike unite in praising Teller with preparations for a Denver welcome drawing wide crowds. The whale population is noted as a humorous aside for the day.

Ives Colorade Colorado Weller Duingerats Tevler Teller Denver

Frank Root Sells and Haplan Adopts Populism Shift

In Haplan Kansas on June 22 D. O Manper, ex editor of Blue Bapuia Motor, repurchases the wa wer from Frank A Root. Manper and Mr Manger justify the sale noting a desire to push Populism after the St Lewis platform adoption, aiming to influence publican politics in the coming campaign.

Kan D. O Manper Blue Bapuia Motor Frank A. Root Mr. Manger Erie St Lewis Red Marrntteri

Saving an Old Church in Virginia Collapse Preserved by Lunatic Custodian

In June 1864 Sen Yor reports the supreme court granting permission to Frederick Kernochan to appoint Marie Marshall a lunatic as curator to manage the Braven Episcopal church in Wittumaturg Virginia. The church was filled for Patrick Heiney’s worship and was said to be rotting from neglect. Silas Maredon, twenty years an inmate at Eastern State Hospital in Willametburg, attended the Briton church. Miss Marshall carries an estate valued at £100,000 per year.

Sen Justion Antrews Yestunday Frederick Kernochan Comualites Punt Marie Marshall Wittumaturg Patric Heiney Keroachan Histori Axe Silas Marehad Willametburg Mise Marshall

Colored Democrats plan meeting in To pokox next month

W. T Bagiapa woo chairs the Kiinans trench of the Nesto Nu- Fitna league preparing for a meeting of the colored Democrats in To pokox next month. The national convention in Chicago August 1) will be bettered. Kansas will be represented with 286 Gelepstes in the national convention.

W. T Bagiapa Woo Kiinans Trench Nesto Nu- Fitna League Topokx Mets Chicago Ban Mr. Rigbo Kansas

Exposition Company Races at Topeka Pair Grounds

The Exposition Company schedules four days of events July 8 to 10 at Topeka Pair Grounds. A public exhibition features judges, showmanship and bicycle acts, with professional courneén competing for employer patrons. Private carriages, premiums, and vendor wares are part of the program, plus a child and horse race segment and nine exhibits across the grounds.

Exposition Company Topeka Rives Courhneén Emus Arcana

Altgeld Nominated by Acclamation at Democratic Convention

In Peoria Illinois on June a convention renominated Altgeld for governor by acclamation amid mixed cheers and disapproval. The platform urged free silver, bimetalism, and reform while decrying Republican monetary policy, with delegates pledging support for the national Democratic ticket and immediate monetary restoration.

Peoria John PF. Altgeld Democratic Party Mincle Saesion Ritter End Republican Party Gwendal Saxis Apa Aires Oosuntan Hamilton Jefferaon Bonnie Peralesin Wall Street Washington la Net PLC Uy Enid Port Ain Deeesgart McKinney Ss Aes Endine Ji Ated ‘Siston Treasury

He Won't Buy Her Bread in District Court Action

Mrs Rose Bailey asks the district court for a divorce from her fiancé William Ballas alleging they were unmarried in 1800 and he refuses to provide support and refuses to buy her bread. Dr A P Sawyer reports relief after using one box of Family Cure for severe back pain from Mary Jane Smursknil Eley HL frank Sim, Pharmacist, Kansas avenues.

Rose Bailey Hesbond William Ballas A. P. Sawyer Mary Jane Smursknil Eley HL Frank Sim Pharmns Cist Kanses Avencs

Sea Serpents for Hire at Oceanfront Hotels

A garish 19th century hoax advertises a "plesiosaurus" sea monster used to lure guests. The device, a 100 foot long electric serpent, purportedly terrorizes seasides to boost hotel business, promising first come, first served bookings and nationwide publicity.

Tella Bent Flery’s Lean Evans Plewlomarns Toons Washington Sfidevis Sun Serpent Atlantic Hinis Scotia Geren Teta Plutan Hiruime Hince Avex Aveon Thor Romney Grmier Gould Caner Island

Cyclone Tales and Parrot Talks Dominate Rural Memoirs

A ragged mosaic of frontier yarns blends cyclone legends from Kansas to Oklahoma with village humor. Stories recount homes spared by twisters, a dog’s bribe for a stray cat, and a dentist parrot’s comic yet cautionary tales amid small town life and nearby mine wonders.

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