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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1896
Page
2
From Washington May 3 representative Kirkpatrick believes the party split will yield a straddle platform at Chicago. He notes bitter Democratic dissension but expects the silver faction to gain a major influence while Republicans face unity pressures.
A Washington dispatch reports the political clash within the Republican ranks over McKinley’s candidacy. The Florida delegation and other state reps weigh support, with opponents fearing possible retaliation and urging party unity to prevent rivals from seizing the convention. The piece notes the alliance dynamics and the push to block McKinley’s advance.
Local correspondent reports Clariy formerly of Wamego Missouri farmed and secured a patent to forty land acres held under provisional rights. The specific act and conditions referenced include grace after ex soa and pending alder action. details remain unsettled as provisions and tithe revert in parent for grace.
Washington May The compromise would let troops drill and convicts quarry on reserve land while a new penitentiary near Leavenworth is debated. The plan locates the prison southeast of the reservation with access rights for troops and guard to drill near the site, sparking objections. Miss Ring from St Louis visits Washington, staying with Miss Clemms Linn at 1235 Coresvan Street NW for two to three weeks.
A cautious report of Democrats in Washington warning the administration against fatally attempting to overpower the Chicago convention. The piece cites fears of federal officeholders being overbearing, critiques by Senator Palmer, and tension about party unity amid a bitter calendar of events and strategic moves with the Stisecurs and Atescurs groups mentioned.
A May report from Portland outlines Populist aims to unite silver factions and influence the state convention in Michigan Dena chutig. It notes a July 25 city gathering, a commund plat for end ticket, and calls for alliance to push monetary reform and opposition to gold standards amid factional debates.
The House voted to extend clerk hire during congressional recesses, with a Hartman resolution proposing year round clerks. Debate centered on extra cost estimates, with 34 Republicans and 9 Democrats supporting the measure, while others reserved it.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe new park entrances and benches in downtown Gotham, with mentions of sunlit spaces and planned shade. References to Green Gate, Crtlver's Hine, and Hooks park appear amid garbled lines about travel, weather, and a sample yard.
In Pierson a parade turn had a chaotic start as a heavy wagon aimed at a crowd, injuring several people including a 15 year old boy and a 50 something woman. Officials say the incident disrupted events and frightened attendees.
Ground breaking today for the Murray Hill theater site on Lezing ton Avenue signals construction of a new venue. Workers set up equipment and wiring as plans move forward to complete the project with expected early opening in the next year under a first-class management setup.
A new electric hat cleaning apparatus in Herald Square attracts crowds as it supposedly removes dust and stains quickly. The machine promises efficient results, while onlookers admire its novelty and potential value for hat care.
A man named Petrie faced charges in police court for a confidence scheme that promised money and water. after several attempts at a scam, the pattern failed and the case concluded with a 90 day city sentence.
Washington May 9 The season for shad and herring remains open until June 10 with plentiful catches still cheap. Salt water trout and crabs are reported in large supply and in fine condition. Chesapeake Bay and Potomac fisheries expect later arrivals as promised, while soft crabs fetch higher prices amid steady demand.
John Jacob Astor plans a new brick and steel 1 story structure on a site at Fifty ninth street and Fifth avenue, with stone foundations on rock caissons and a substantial addition to the New Netherage Hotel block. The Park and Tilford property on Sixtieth street is also noted.
Potter consults with Hon. William Martie and Ree Becta Baily amid claims of a nationwide following. He asserts twenty counties pledged support, predicts gains daily, and touts a long record as farmer leader and soldier.
A New York story sketches a Decoration Day tribute to General Grant with roses at the tomb. Porter envisions riders visiting the grave as crowds gather for the holiday observance. The piece notes a large turnout and calls for a respectful, symbolic display of flowers.
Homeopathic doctors closed their meeting with elx physicians in attendance. Papers read included Rountuten ein Burgers by Dr H W Rete of Pekea and The Hutchinwan Keaualriat Reformmtory by Dr Botchinson of Holshiteen. Meeting to publish fully under auspice of Dr Won An Finning of Emporia. For over fifty years Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup used for children testing. It soothes the gums relieves pain and cures wind colic and diarrhea.
Kansas City report says Swift & Co will shut down the Kansas City beef plant for an indeterminate period. The move affects 1580 workers and shifts operations to other Swift plants in Omaha St Louis Chicago. Authorities deny official statements but indicate closures stem from months of labor agitation and strikes by beef boners ham trimmers taggers butchers eyemen. A broad boycott and solidarity actions among packing firms are hinted to influence the decision and divert business to rival plants.
South Carolina Democratic conventions across counties nominated delegates to the state gathering, with free silver advocates winning most counties. Senator Tillman backed bolting in some counties while Senator Irby, though opposed to bolting, won a delegate seat, and conservatives aided Tillman’s alignment for Chicago.
A chaotic stage play scene parodies grand opera with Mrs. Tyler and Mr. Tyler reacting to a fire alarm in a city apartment setting. The farcical reading includes melodramatic lines about flames and fear, the janitor’s warning, and townsfolk fleeing as the performers exaggerate opera conventions.
In Liberty Center Beary bays residents organize an anti-saloon effort targeting closures of Union taverns. A purported dynamite attack plan is mentioned along with local figures and timings. Details reference offices on Monroe Street and a fortune teller named Allie Mesary amid neighborhood tensions.
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