LELAND S PLUM AND PATRONAGE DEALS IN KANSAS
Washington May 5 A controversial report alleges Cy Deland sought control of Kansas federal patronage in exchange for delivering support to McKinley. Letters described as part of McKinley campaign promotion promising the entire state patronage if the delegation backed McKinley, with several congressmen cited as witnesses. The piece notes political maneuvering by figures like Hanna and questions the likelihood of any such bargain succeeding or influencing the presidential race.
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Washington
Sickinney
Hie
Cy Deland
Kansan
McKinney
Cetera
Sherhbere
Congress
McKinsey
Persit
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Cy Leland
Peechino
Uiedd
Leland
Lost Opportunity for Populists Aides Urge Early Convention
Our Washington correspondent reports Senator Petter argues the Populist party should have set a timely convention date to present a clear platform. He says delays foster distrust, leaving the party scattered among elements of other factions and weakening its national appeal.
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Benastor Peter
Washington
Petter
Ned Thay
Momunum
Peller
State Journal
Orieimac Bee Slab
Wolcott
Meller Iti
Amoeg
Patriotian
Greater
Ter Eireeen
Sarkentch Erie
Bhiould
Rave Boer
Senator Peyfer Credit Figures in Port Riley Appropriation
The article notes an appropriation saga in Congress for Port Riley. Senator Culberhmad supported a $550,000 civil bill, later raised to $100,000 in the Senate. When amended, Senator Lovering objected to the change and the bill passed without further increase.
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Epa
Senate
Wong
Wihout
Petter Lovering
Kh&t Nu Iforens
Capital City News Receiver Appointment Sought in Topeka Case
A report from Kansas theatre shows efforts to secure the postponement of appointing a receiver for the Topeka Capital. Hite indicates a potential continuance until a formal decree is issued, with Caldveril mentioned as possible receiver and Jane Mulvane named as another possible candidate. The Courier notes Hite’s interest in acquiring the paper and his bid to become receiver if appointed.
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Hitc
Arkansas
Topeka
Hite
Tsar
St.re
Jane Mulvane
Central National Bank Boosts Reunion and Festival Fund
The reunion and festival fund has been increased to 3,545 by a 100 donation from Central National Bank. Committee chair Grdia Waldmars expects subscriptions to resume after the Evloit encampment to ensure the event's success.
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Central National Bank
Central National
Greet
Wald
Mars
St Paul Encampment Receives Visiting Leaders and Support
May 6 report from St Paul notes Gen LM Watk and Mrs Dietrich with daughter arriving from the Pacific coast. The gathering includes Grand Army of the Republic leaders and veterans, praising past affairs and expressing interest in encampment activities while noting railroad and logistical adjustments.
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St Paul
Watk[oh Coma
Grand Anny of
the Republic
Tre Waller
Mre
Dietrich
Pacite Credr
Paul
Walker
Political endorsements spark legislative meeting in Topeka
A wheels of lawmakers debate whether to publicly back a candidate for the legislature. After a decline in opinion from university and local leaders, the executive committee scheduled a discussion to decide if a public endorsement should be issued. Meanwhile, Winslow's Soothing Syrup is cited as a teething remedy and One Minute Cough Quine touted as a quick relief option.
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Asy
Explosive blast devastates Cincinnati five story block
A gas explosion blew a five story building at Walnut and Fourth streets in Cincinnati, killing six and injuring eighteen others. The blast fractured nearby structures, shattered streetcars, and sent crowds fleeing from Fountain Square as firefighters and police searched for victims. Witnesses described chaos as debris and flames filled the street, with several residents and workers among the dead or missing.
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Walout Street
Fourth and
Witte
Elythem
Trent
Gilkey House
Johnson
Adil
Welnut
Fountains Square
Pountain
Governiment
Walnut Street
Alog
Adah Deachs
Dulldine
M Goldae
Laois Puy
Duvyt
John J. James
Salt Lane City Herald Ias
Erin
Jen Aijoining
Herselses
Bt Louis
Otis Way
Noland David
Columbe Carflake Company
Tirard
Sal Crim
Nolen David
Burs
Hton
Unidentiah
Aone
Bid Johnson
Wis Fey
Ails Cook
Wsturworks Esipioye
Aren
Dertars Fluttieton
McKinley Gains Cited as Key States Favor Nomination
Report from McKinley headquarters claims sufficient votes to nominate him on the test ballot if results verify. They credit gains across states including Kentucky Maryland Michigan Minnesota Nebraska New Jersey New Mexico and more, with totals reaching a pivotal threshold.
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Cleveland
McKinley
Lte
Aviseee
Geni
McKinier Sane Doe
McKinney
Kentucky
Pacific States Vote Report on Western Delegations at Conventions
A fragmentary Pacific states briefing outlines Western delegation alignments for the Republican national convention in St Louis. It shows McKinley favored by many western delegates with varying support in California Oregon Nevada Washington and New Mexico while others push for silver policy or different factions. The text notes values of free coinage and contested delegations across states.
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San Francii
Nationa
St Louis
William McKinley
McKinsey
Callowe
Arigins
McKinner
Delo
Wadun
Cattornia
Tdno
Atx
Doubitdl
McKinley
Oregon
Eie Deldentes
MckKinley
Nevada
New Mexico
Wis
Felewates
McKintey
Cs. McKintey
Washington
Satbineny
Actress Attacks Lead Player On Stage at Columbus Play
During a Shakespearean tragedy at High Street theater, a stylish young woman in a box struck lead actor Guy Linsley with a leather whip, causing the curtain to fall and leading to her arrest. Patrons described the assault as a shocking display of anger amid a chaotic scene.
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Louis James
Columbus, May
Youbelo
Louis Fames
High Street
Shakespeare
Guy Linsley
Mr. Janse
Iago
Othello
Gaimnutton
Toat
Linaley
Ark
Ar. James
Ornasaciit
Galumbus
Peffer's Fight Ends as Hill Speaks Two Hours
Washington May 5 Senator Peffer's bid to marshal a bond motion failed in the Senate after a lengthy debate on the river and harbor bill. Senator Hill defended Secretary Carlisle's integrity while others questioned bond sales and bid allocations to Morgan & Co. The chamber cleared as Tillman spoke briefly after a long session.
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Peffer
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Mrrv
Yong
Nage
Yeas
Burrows
Cullets
Davie
Elkins
Gellinger
Fans
Perkins
Pettigrew
Sherman
Teller
Warren
Walsop
Bacon
Bute
Berry
Blackburn
Brice
Call
Chilton
Cockrell
Daniel
George
Gorman
Burris
Irby
Jonice
Arkansas
Mitchell
Wisconsin
Morgan
Pugh
Tillman
Turple
West
Walthall
Witte
Pofitillats
Atlen
Kyle
Petter
Stewart
Sun
Frye
Milne
Walcutt
Hill
Pit
Mill
Carlisle
John G. Curiiste
Representas Tees
John Sherman
Air
Secretary of the Treasury
Unery
Hamilton
Treasury
Iiny
Congress
House
Treasury Department
Mr. West
Mr. HG
J. Pierpont Morzan
Pond
Mergen & Co
Stein
Margin & Co
United
Hul
Mitts
Hil
Bistis Movs
Till
Hardened Judge Ferry Targets Tramps and Disorder
A historical column recalls Judge Ferry once lenient to vagrants on Smoky Row, now imposing fines from 15 to 80 dollars for disorderly behavior. Tramps faced swift town exiles and meals were scarce, while thieves and looters receive harsher penalties as crime trends rise.
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Funge Ferry
Sage is Careless Failures to Pay Taxes and Mortgage Interest
Nyack in May notes a New York millionaire named Sage who owns a £10,000 farm at Bykletown and has not paid taxes or mortgage interest. The property sale, set for yesterday, was adjourned after Sage requested extra time to inspect the farm and arrange funds. The referee granted a one hour extension and then postponed the sale to May 48.
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New York
Nyack
Russell
Bykletown
Sage
Mr. Suge
Bucklen's Arnica for Cats and ailments claim
An old ad asserts Bucklen's Arnica Salve is the world’s best for cats and users, promising relief for chapped hands, corns, blisters, and bites. It guarantees cure or no payment, and credits J. & Jones of Pittsburg and Kansas as endorsing parties.
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Bucklen
Arnica
Bob Rheem
Iter
J. _& Jones, Pitty
Kansas
Horseless Hearse Aims For Electric Pneumatic Test In Cleveland
Cleveland to host a May test of a new horseless hearse by Rageh Lang Carriage Co. at Peart and Hancock. A mechanic is refining a battery powered by a Morage cell with pneu rhetic tires and noiseless fan gear. Inventors remain silent while backers predict the electric vehicle could cure a cold in one day.
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Cleveland
Rageh & Lang Carriage Company
Corner Peart
Hancock Sinerts
Idea
Buckere
Home seekers' Excursion May 6 1896 Hook Island Route
An advertisement notes a May 6 1896 excursion via the Hook Island Route to Oklahoma home towns Arizona and Indian Territory with low fares. It promotes information calls for nearest Hook Island agent and mentions benefits of a travel plan to travel destinations. Also includes medical ad lines for DeWitt's Little Liver Pills and a laundry product with generic promises.
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Oklahome
Trotns
Ariane
Mitecuri
Arizona
Indian Territory
Hook Island
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