02 May 1896
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1896
Page
1
Gov Morrill backs Cy Lelands charge that Smith offered to withdraw for 5500 dollars but he adds he did not see the man Wm Higgins says negotiations were made nor confirms Higgins claim.
Fragmented accounts describe Cy Leland, Parmer Smith, and Penner Smith in a charged dispute over a prominent charge used to pressure the Republican camp. The text alleges a bribe and political maneuvering, with mentions of payments, alleged concessions, and scrutiny of campaign integrity during a february period.
The annual encampment of the Oble hom Separitans of the G. A BL will be held May 1 14 and 1. Celebrities from Topeka and other places plan to attend with speeches by Captain JT F Manny and TJ Anderson. Evheline will speak at East Presbyterian church on rescue work. Lewyar Higgins moves to Kansas City to become principal of Grant school defense. States Marshal Neel and Worden attend events.
Mrs J. Ellen Foster praises the man to Mise Sesson while J. Bien Foster of Upwa, president of Uw Woestn'e Republican party, hosts a gathering at Yuune's hotel. Speakers attack Democratic policy, argue women must back the party to support industry and national recovery, citing shifts in labor and markets.
The seventh season of concerts at Gar Selit Park opens tomorrow at 1 deck p.m. featuring the Topeka State Journal program led by Jon Misraihall. The program will include the usual evening concert through summer plus two or three pyrotechnic displays. Featured pieces include Overture, Er Disyvlo, The Panaltig Show, and other selections.
Gil special correspondent reports in Washington on May 3 that Representative Bawer introduced a bill providing for a graduated income and property tax. The proposal aims to shift tax burdens with a scale based on earnings and ownership.
Washington reports Representative Baker rejects a sixth district Populist bid for renomination. In a May interview, Baker says three terms suffice, he desires no further office, and would not accept the nomination if offered, though Populists pressure for a strong candidate to carry the district.
The April treasurer report shows total receipts of 29,264.90 with no bond on record for the month. Foreclosure action for 1,000 is noted against Nel Pestana, with a Save Bank foreclose proceeding dated November 4 in the record.
Topeka hosts the Kansas Social Science Federation annual meeting next week with speakers from Topeka and other towns. The program includes papers by local clubs and prominent Kansas figures, with officers and committees listed and an executive session scheduled Tuesday morning.
A meeting of the local passenger association, comprising city agents from Santa Fe Rocksend Ulu Paso and Missouri Pacific, is scheduled to investigate Captain Fuller of Foods Island and addresses the void signature issue. The session aims to review contract terms and the Rock Island board's role in ratifying actions.
Fire Marshal Wilmarth received a painful wound while attempting to rescue another man in the Manspeaker-Fronting block. Jessie Langston and BR. A. Radlett were involved as Wilmarth fell from a third floor ladder, striking Wilmarth on the face. The ladder collapsed and Mannletter toppled, Thornton catching Randiett as the ladder gave way. The city physician attended both Wilmarth and the wounded officer.
Lincoln May 2 Nebraska state universities won the interstate collegiate debate against Kansas. The motion favored introducing initiative and referendum into government. Debaters for Kansas include McCall Stestarray and Guyer. Nebraska’s team featured Quattitance Weaver Kangas and McMurray who earned top medals amid a 200-strong audience and judges from Kansas Iowa and Nebraska faculties.
The Wester Passenger association approves reduced round trip fares for the Democratic state convention in Topeka, plus lower rates for trips to Leavenworth, Bald, Horton and the Grand Encampment of the I O F in Kansas. Open and one fare plus one third rates apply for several gatherings with June travel windows and return limits.
Uptown ticket offices of the Rock Island and Santa Fe railways are closed in St Joe Atchison and the Santa Fe office at Lawrence. The Rock Island and Santa Fe railways mutually agreed to shut the Atchison and St Joe offices. A Lawrence site remains closed as part of broader reductions amid city ticket office consolidations.
May 2 Cleveland Bishop presides as Rev Lanahan accuses church leaders of fraud and persecution. Delegates debate committees, lay participation, and discipline measures amid warnings against disorder and calls for orderly proceedings at the central conference.
Kansas City council passes strong pro McKinley resolutions denouncing attempts to misuse the alliance for political ends. They support William McKinley and pledge to oppose any effort to defeat him, asserting American ideals and Christian values.
On May 2 in Camden southern New Jersey railroads merged into one company the West Jersey and Seashore Railway. Merged lines include West Jersey Camden and Atlantic West Jersey and Atlantic Quinton Philadelphia and Shelden Grand. George BB Roberts named president and United States Senator Sewell named vice president and general manager.
London reports a strong theatre week as The Geisha, the new Japanese play at Duty's, draws crowds. Premieres feature notable audience enthusiasm and a Guild speculator sold a seat in the circle for five pounds. The Geisha is praised as the finest work of its kind on the lighter operatic stage.
Special Correspondent Ianineton reports Representative Miller introduced two bills to treat with the Kickapoo Indians of Indian Territory. The measure would grant 3215248 acres at 354 cents per acre. The United States opened settlement and proposes to pay between seventy five and one dollar forty cents per acre.
In Transvaal era jargon and garbled reports Ceeti Rides a premier and privy council member of the Cape Colony faces arrest as conspirators tied to a chartered South African company loom. The piece notes political turmoil amid colonial conflicts and mentions a potential charter change affecting Kentucky whiskey.
In Newhart Kentucky crowds, mostly women and children, fill the courtroom and corridor as the Jackson murder case proceeds. Testimony centers on motive and whether Pearl Bryan’s death was intended to spare Cincinnati punishment, with defense arguing a kidnapping and transfer scenario.
Fort Scott will host the May term of the United States district court beginning Monday. Judge Foster will travel from the territory, with clerk Gesree Stsrits handling filings. An Indian defendant, Amin Vailier, faces trial for the death of Jon Mheithife in the Indian Territory. President Cleveland will preside at the Hancock statue unveiling on May 13 in Washington after the military exercises conclude. A fire department project uses funds from Platte County, with station No 2 to receive the gear.
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