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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

May 11, 1896

Page

2

Kansas Gains Fort Riley Building Funds in $7500 Add On

A Kansas dispatch outlines congressional actions securing funds for Fort Riley and related Fort Leavenworth facilities. It notes $7500 for additional buildings at Fort Riley, plus broader river and public works appropriations in the Missouri River region and Topeka post office construction funding. It highlights political maneuvering by Representative Blue and others in the appropriation process and mentions the Fort Cooke reservation transfer proposal to Kansas.

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Fragments Reflect Vague Garden Prom Request Details

A garbled garden event note hints at late promises and warden seed actions. The text cites concerns by two congress members and requests from menotUENte figures. Mentions a Munsotin factory and unclear committee reactions.

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Packaged deliveries mismanaged by agricultural department

Fragmented text describes a plan to ship packages to individuals, with intention to tailor each bundle to needs but facing delays and mistakes. It notes sending duplicate parcels, misrouted deliveries, and a proposal to prepack by the department, while blaming congressional and bureaucratic methods for public disappointment.

Koltie Bundhing Hay Seele

Maple Leaf deal to buy three blocks in Kansas City area

The Maple Leaf company has completed a seal for purchasing three blocks on North Second Street near State and Clover avenues. Agents paid over 40000 cash for the land and plan large improvements including a grain elevator and drainage works. Construction will occur on Wigok Petre Street and Matrushke avenues with connections to nearby streets.

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Distilleries to close and trust houses to shut early in July

A draft notice indicates all distilleries and trust houses will cease operations early in July. Factories have run at reduced capacity for months due to weak trade and cheap spirits imports, with leaders delaying restart plans as shipments slow and the American spirits market tightens.

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Woman's Relief Corps Plans New Departure

The Woman's Relief Corps of Sine Mapine announces a May 29 decoration event with a May 11 meeting to discuss duties and mourning. The group will report on the deceased and honor May Geethietend of Alay while continuing charitable services and sacred duties as directed by Congress.

Woman's Relief Corps Congress

Both Sides Accuse Fraud Over Last Election Count

A New Orleans report details alleged massive fraud by both parties following the latest election. The piece cites party leaders urging white bloc mobilization, claims about vote suppression of Black voters, and twists of central committee rhetoric while outlining disputed parish results and calls for constitutional remedies.

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Baton Rouge Protest Fares Threats Rally Gathers Members

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a protest in Baton Rouge on a Monday urging protection for union members against threats and intimidation by organized groups. Mentions Governor Foster and legislative committees facing pressure over fair dealing and justice.

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Debs Quotes Trumbull on Money Power at Milwaukee Visit

Debs spoke May 1 in Eugene V Debs at the invitation of the Central Labor group attracting a large audience. He cited Trumbull defending, claimed big defense for press and noted one wire in money power hands. He critiqued judges and referenced the Pullman strike and Chicago pack as examples of corporate influence.

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Booths in Salvaton Army feud over Newark barracks

In New Fork on May 11 a supreme court application sought to extend a temporary injunction against Ballington Booth halting transfer or disposal of Salvation Army property in Newark. Gen William Booth’s counsel argued no clear title on the suit sheets as Ballington Booth, chief commander, faces questions over the property. Justice Pryor denied the motion with costs, stating he could not decide if the building could be used for Salvation Army purposes.

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Leavenworth Denies Planned Shrat Reunion Next Fall

A Topeka report quotes Leavenworth officials and Commander Whitney denying any fall Shrat reunion. Multiple post members refute the claim, stating there will be no reunion and no interference with state events.

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Is Garner a Praud in London Comment

A London writer cites the New York Times claiming Garner, once controversial in American papers for alleged discoveries, may publish a new work about ventures in western Africa and the Congo. The piece hints Garner’s return could vex French missioners and relates old disputes over payments and reputations.

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Alimony Rights in Colorado Divorce Case Explored

Aspen May 1 A novel proposition concerns whether husbands share equal rights in divorce as attorney Milon Johnson argues the wife seeks divorce and claims community property. The issue centers on whether the husband should receive a portion of assets, as the case moves toward district court with equal suffrage discussions in Colorado.

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Largest Contract Awarded for Baltimore Line Cars

The Baltimore and Ohio awards a massive car contract to several manufacturers including Palace Car Company of Chicago and Michgan Car Company of Detroit. The total value nears 2.5 million dollars with equipment work to be funded by receiver certificates in federal court.

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Can't Beat McKinley On First Ballot in St Louis Nomination

Washington May 41. The race for the Republican presidential nomination shows McKinley with 422 uncontested delegates and 132 in contest, plus 90 yet to be tested, totaling 616 delegates. The analysis notes McKinley's strength against rivals, with contested and uncontested allocations, and predicts McKinley will win on the first ballot at St Louis even if all delegates on the floor oppose him.

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Drummer Dog Beau Brummell Traveled With Topeka Troupe

A curious item notes Beau Brummell of Topeka traveling as a drummer on a northern Kansas trip. The dog drummer, not aligned with the hotel crowd, barks with delight at his owner’s hotel return and eats from the dish, while another Brummell figure from Highland Park is mentioned.

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Aspirants for Governor Lead States into National Campaign

The piece outlines governor elections this year with Alabama’s Danocrats nominating Joseph F. Johnston, while Jeffersonian Captain Jormeton backs the treasurer issue. It notes General J. W. Burke as Straightout Republican nominee and potential fusion with Populists backing Goodwyn. Illinois Republicans nominate John B. Tanner, a veteran and former state treasurer with a long political career.

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Controversy Over Roger Williams Baptism Sparks Baptist Debate

Dr William Whitsett, president of the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, asserts Roger Williams was sprinkled rather than immersed, shocking orthodox Baptists. His stance, published in a now-defunct encyclopedia, has drawn sharp criticism. trustees may address the issue at Chattanooga.

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Wicker chairs and interior fabrics bless hot days

A 19th century style advertisement extols wicker chairs as cool comfortable options for summer living. It markets Old Hickory chairs, seamless matting, Japanese matting, Bur mah rugs, and Japansese embroideries, claiming price variety and quality from a local mill. It touts rugs, fur rugs, and ornate floor coverings as durable, stylish home textiles.

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