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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1897
Page
1
Reports from Key West describe a volatile aftermath as Black residents assert control amid white mobs and violent clashes. A white man calls for lynching, prompting Governor Bloxham to seek federal troops as Governor Eastham and officials discuss protective measures and possible federal intervention. The city remains tense with threats, arrests, and ongoing patrols as authorities urge order.
Report describes a night of limited disturbance with four colored men held under guard near Johnsons confinement. Sheriff and militiamen deter further shooting while arrests occur. threats of lynching sparked the trouble and the white mob mood remains unsettled.
Mrs Johanna Barnes of Atchison is confined in the city jail after being adjudged insane. She claims a troubled mind from recent distress and says she came from Topeka the prior night. Bailey of Atchison serves as guardian, with plans to return her to Osawatomie after temporary custody in Topeka.
Washington June 26 The president sent nominations to the Senate including Michael W Sutton of Kansas for district collector of internal revenue Kansas H B Hardins of North Carolina for Faith district Carona C H Carleton for brigadier general and others in Arizona to be associate justices of the supreme court and Edward W Beatle of Montana as purveyor general of Montana.
In a chaotic Jubilee scene speculators and tradesmen report crowd shortages and rising costs. Undertaker prepares a thousand cuts amid poor turnout. Temperance groups push for relief for the poor as jealous protests surface against the event.
Readable fragments describe hot winds sweeping the southwest, stressing crops in Kansas and nearby regions. Weather notes mention little current damage but warn of continued heat and the potential for rain, with farmers awaiting relief as weeks of high heat persist.
A night tram robbery ends violently as passengers resist, a robber shot. The assailants fled as a wounded traveler was hurt during the struggle aboard the Preshererian line. Actor Ratcliffe Must Go Back is named in connection with the incident and a New York visitor is noted amid the confusion.
Detroit and New York report William Hoey known as Old Hoss Hoey mental collapse after Mount Clemens baths. He is described as ap parently incurable, with gouteparesis and violent vagaries. His wife Minnie French and former partner Evans feature in notes on his decline and career.
A single flash and thunderclap yesterday afternoon hit the Gabler residence on Golden avenue near Putts trees. Lightning ripped shingles, rafters, plaster, and a table with a small lamp, shattered windows, melted the spout, tore bindings, and caused extensive interior damage while the occupant, bedridden with a broken leg, was stunned but unharmed.
The weekly bank statement shows gains and losses across items. Fivseree up 845,200. reece up 3,200,509. specie up 350,000. tenets up 1,659,200. Repoaits increasing 4,066,400. circulation down 121,500. Banks now fell 340,220 150 in express of the requirement of the per cent rule.
William J. Bryan, still a presidential candidate, spent about an hour in Kansas City, arriving on a special Santa Fe train from Ottawa. He dined at Union Depot hotel with a small party before heading home on the Missouri Pacific. He plans to travel to Beatrice, then California for ten days, with family meeting him in Salt Lake City for a month at Yellowstone Park.
A planned feature for Santa Fe day would stage a live collision of two locomotives on a straight track near Twelfth street. An amphitheater would host thousands, with cushions for safety and two crew per engine. The event aims to draw crowds, with costs offset by railroad fare revenue. The idea will be presented to General Manager Prey for approval.
An excursion train of the Cleveland Akron Columbus line collided with a Baltimore and Ohio train near Millersburg. The wreck injured five people, all employees of Goodrich Rubber and related firms. Emergency teams transported the injured to Akron hospitals as officials investigated the crash and prepared to move wrecked engines.
Secretary of State sends response to Japan over Hawaii annexation protest. Tokyo to be informed via telegraph as Washington considers a supplementary statement after receiving instructions from Tokyo. The note is crafted cautiously to reflect points raised by Japanese officials. The roof of the State Journal building withstood Thursday’s storm with no leaks and no flaws found upon inspection.
Washington June 26 Senator Pettigrew was stricken during a fiery Senate speech. He slurred words, collapsed into his seat, then revived. doctors warned of a serious brain clot and possible stroke. He was moved home with doctors advising rest and quiet as the chamber adjourned early.
A Chicago dispatch reports that corn in the Corn Belt is generally in excellent condition under warm sun and ample moisture across 14% counties along the Burlington system in southwestern Iowa Nebraska Kansas Missouri. Winter wheat is weaker in Town with 80 percent reporting fair to Gale and 20 percent predicting full average. Nebraska Kansas Missouri crops expected below average and average yields pegged 10 to 15 bushels per acre. rain crops will fall short of last year.
Washington June 26 The senate chaplain Rev Hugh Johnson offered a prayer lauding prosperity amid sparse attendance as leaders move to set the tariff bill for conference. Senator Harris of Kansas reported on Pacific railroads with Morgan backing the plan and Allien pressing for timely action.
Colorado Springs June 26 F Cc Southerland an old proepcower of Manitou announces a gold strike near Pike's Peak ore store found at about 1000 feet altitude on the Whoenix property. Backers include James Russ Harrisburg Pa and R C Neal Harrisburg Pa. The company conducts a tunnel 200 feet into the mountain near a crater linked to Cripple Creek's volcanic eruption.
The case State of Kansas versus William Scholl asks whether a law abolishing the Eleventh and five other judicial districts is constitutional. Scholl was convicted of forgery in Montgomery County after a plea of not guilty. Appeals and motions followed, with the matter sent to the Supreme Court for review and a July hearing set.
Ten thousand people packed Forest Park as W J Bryan spoke after 2 pm. Governor Leedy introduced him, provoking a storm of cheers and band music. Bryan paused for an elderly woman, then urged order as students and crowd surged toward a staged handshake. The river nearby overflowed, flooding the rear area while Bryan left by carriage amid frantic scenes.
John W. Breidenthal, chairman of the Populist state committee, issues a circular announcing his impending retirement in 79 days. He asks for a corrected list of county committees and officers elected by fusion or straight ticket to be forwarded to his successor. He thanks committee members for their cooperation and expresses hope for a smooth transition.
One Democratic state convention will be held next Tuesday and Wednesday with delegates chosen today. It is conceded the party will have complete control as last year, with large delegations from Cleveland and other cities secured by John D. McLean, a U S senator candidate, though McLean will not attend. We offer free mending and sewing on buttons. Peerless Steam Laundry.
A prisoner named Glodery remained in a top floor hotel corner for fifteen hours, leaning out a window and hurling shoes money and debris to distract pedestrians. Rescued after a lengthy standoff, he refused to descend while the hotel and staff faced confusion and a strike among plumbers at the new wing.
Frankfort Ky June 2 the story notes Kentucky legislature acts to prevent mob violence over a trial. Reports say nine black prisoners are to be guarded with artillery as a precaution amid tensions surrounding George Dinning’s case next week.
A district court in Wichita hears a case valued at $2,000,000 involving the Lombard Investment Company and the Kansas corporation. The matter centers on stockholder rights, creditor consent, and corporate duties amid alleged mismanagement and disputes over liabilities. The case pits the Lombard company against the Kansas corporation in a complex corporate governance dispute.
The Court refused release on writ of habeas corpus for Adelph Wart, wealthy cigar manufacturer, charged with murdering his wife and disposing of her body. Judge Gibbons set trial for the date to be determined. prisoner appeared and pleaded not guilty, attorney ex-judge Vincent requesting immediate trial.
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