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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1896
Page
6
Pleasant meetings with engineers recount Chief Arthur of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers visiting Topeka. The article notes his remarks on unions, arbitration, prohibition, and the labor climate, plus a tour of the Santa Fe facilities and meetings with local railroad workers and officials.
Attorney Littlefield travels to Pennsylvania to obtain a deposition in the Sweeney case connected to the Santa Fe Company. Patrick J. Sweeney, a switchman, died after a fatal incident at the Becosestrom quarry near the Santa Fe line. The Santa Fe company faces court appeals as the case moves toward trial before Judge Basen early in the term.
July Fourth rates for Santa Fe Route travel. Includes home road, one fisher round trip within two hundred miles. Tickets add 73 and 4, return limit.
The Topdke Expedition Club lists close dates July 2 for handicap bicycle races. Prizes are described as valuable but unclear. The event promises class C4 value and notes no usable guide, with emphasis on safety and readiness by competitors.
The event in Minnesota on June 29 featured Speaker Towne drawing support from Donnelly and a crowd at a tight gathering. Donnelly stated his duty was done, amid calls for reelection reform and endorsements from local leaders. Republican speakers urged union backing and reconfirmed pledges for future action.
Disjointed notes claim Judge Johnson’s health improved after a Chicago term. reports of a suspended railroad sale appear erroneous. The fragmentary text references delays, labor concerns, and unspecified party positions amid unclear dates and locations.
Reports from a busy afternoon recount disturbances at a feast, multiple arrests for fighting, and a burglary at a peanut stand near Elahihy Street. Jailed individuals include Eu Carcler and Dim Kizer, with details of warrants issued and appearances scheduled. A section man W. S. Rehleiret was placed under term for parole conditions. Changes to the State Board of Education include Schofield of Senena for a new post and Klock in Leavenworth for novelty superintendent duties.
In the district court for qa0l Denin¢ the Western Contracting and Building association of Lawrence 34 wan & disiiute rowing out of buldine the roof is the Sanita Fe hospital. A Horses in a Ferris Wheel. Chicago, June to -The Ferris wheel cartied & hore 201 teat above the earth. The Topeka Railway company Will fan curs evirs Mf Eg Beatise ten ae easton stediec ary. Petersburg and sew on buttons ties of elherge Peerless Steam Laundry.
Recent Topeka social items list visiting relatives and locals entertaining at homes and clubs. Names include Miss Mary C. Dallan, Brett Dallas, Mrs. Rosaineton, Mr. Bemis and several families. events span cultural, church, and garden gatherings with travel to Spirit Lake and Washington.
Mrs Helen M Gougar, noted temperance advocate and lawyer, has been nominated by a political party as candidate for attorney general. The Indiana reformer, qualified to practice in the United States, accepted the offer after a ceremonial event last night and plans to campaign nationwide while appealing to the Prohibition and Silver conventions. She will push a suffrage plank at these conventions and attend events in Lawrence and nearby areas.
The City Council formally accepts a new electrical machinery system after tests. Prof Blake’s report is deemed satisfactory. an expert report was ordered to be recorded. The company’s bid included expert fees, with dispute over who pays. An appropriation ordinance of 0 70b 58 is passed.
Dated July 7, garbled items describe Garfield park events in Topeka, speeches, a Mary shal’s band concert, a district court jury’s two dollar days, Cyclone timing advice, seven funerals, a curfew ordinance proposal, and a Central Congregational church symposium led by Rev Chas Sheldon. Names include Major J K Hudson and Bishop Vincent among others.
A Lakewood villa raid netted the thief 406 in jewels and 10 in money. Mare Hannay was not awakened. the burglar was detected by a private watchman and a marshal pursued to the lake front where the suspect escaped. Local officials name committees for the festival and reunion planning.
Twenty five horses already on the grounds anticipate a July 1 to 21 event at Far Grounds Widestead. Worthington of Glenwood Springs Colorado states he will enter a carload of speedsters and plans to travel east to join the major meetings. The entry signals a bustling meet with pacers and trotters expected to draw sizable crowds.
Chicago market notes report a rough session with mixed commodity movements. Cattle hogs and sheep prices edged lower or steady amid weak demand. corn and wheat weakened further while oats and butter held firm in later trade.
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