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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

May 12, 1896

Page

3

Bear and Lion Set to Face at Che Foo China Clash

Ambiguous report notes Russia seizing British territory at Che Foo and an American official named Smith involved in real estate matters. References to Ta, U.S. agents, and treaty talk mix with scattered names like Connor and G Fhet, amid unclear geopolitical tensions and local incidents around Che Foo.

London America Che Foo Alah Viet Yarkipeen Olid Martie Ube Nkey Ché Poo Shaheed Connor

Prize Figure Killed in Unclear Report

Fragmentary item notes a death of a figure linked to a prize in a jumbled text. Mentions names and events without clear context or coherent details. No verifiable dates locations or organizations are readable to confirm specifics.

Dickieson County Furser Stops Repaite on the Track

A garbled report from the Ent Mootle cal l outlines a track event at a local venue. The text conveys confusion with multiple misspellings but hints at a race result and a coach or official involved in the outcome.

Dickieson County Furser Enterorine Ehat Enia

Government Optimistic About Wheat Yield Estimates

Late reports show Uncle Sam overestimated winter wheat yields. Officials project higher per cell outputs and futures prices, while actual harvests lag behind. State projections for Ohio and other regions remain uncertain amid revised estimates and lingering shortages.

Sam Koshiment Ohio

College Commencement Exercises at Emporia June 1

The Emporia campus plans a June 1 commencement with speakers including Keynote OK governor orator and local leaders. Students from area colleges prepare the valedictory and a short program at the chapel with graduates, faculty, and family attendees.

Kansas City May 1 Deputy Shortt and Wyandotte Thief Report

In a May report from Kansas City details of a theft operation near Wyandotte are given. Deputy Shortt and a group including several named locals chased suspects, leading to a confrontation. One officer was wounded while pursuing a person believed involved in the chicken theft ring. The incident occurred in the Tate vicinity with gunfire and arrests mentioned.

Kansas City Polonk Lone Whitschurch Conway Maroney Horan J Shihan Tate Atrol Osorem

Unclear OCR Inspired Weather and Event Fragments

Fragmentary OCR text shows scattered references to timings around mid May and other garbled lines. It mentions trees, a possible failure or defeat, and scattered phrases about battles or processes, but no coherent event or names are extractable. The readable content remains too fragmented to determine a clear news item or people involved.

Untitled fragmentary report from unreadable OCR

A jagged OCR fragment describes a ruined scene with damaged names and unclear events. It mentions a fire or destruction and references a place and people but lacks coherent details or datums to confirm a clear report.

Worrall Named Park Commissioner for Topeka

Mayor Fellows appoints Prof HL Worrall as Topeka park commissioner. The council backs a $1 yearly stipend. Worrall to oversee park improvements and maintenance, with approval needed for the post.

Ot Worrall Topeka Fellows HL Worrall Time Council Anil Parkes A Werrall Werrall Payios

Riot at Missouri Republican State Convention in St Joseph

Descriptions of a chaotic May 22 session at the Missouri Republican convention in the Opera House St Joseph. Rival factions Herens and Filley clash over control with doors smashed, glass broken, crowds in turmoil and police patrolling as compromise attempts fail.

Democratic ultimatum for Chicago press space requests

Democratic national agency secretary Bhvering states all press and telegraph applications must be filed by May 12 or be considered late. Correspondents seeking space in Chicago must apply early to be eligible for approved working reports and cabretions. Local reporters are urged to submit promptly in the cited deadline window.

Chicago Lumanspott Uly Press and Telegraph Monnet Bhvering Democratic Sational Cnagentiog Lo Bareport. Init

Labor Unions Enjoined In Kansas City Mini Strike Case

Labor unions were enjoined from boycotting Armour Packing Company products following a strike that led to a citywide split in support. Judge Foster issued a temporary order forbidding union actions and citing efforts to force a boycott as part of a broader labor dispute in the region. The hearing on the injunction was scheduled for the following Monday in Jefferson Davis' nephew’s saloon area.

Armour Packing Wade Foster Kansas Jef Davis Purta Jack Alesandar Jen Davis Bonthern Gunsfederers Hig Matopf Joh Stern

Troutman interview on prohibition and Republican platform

James A. Troutaine answers questions about prohibition and his Republican stance. He defends his views, rejects pledges, and criticizes Governor Merril while asserting commitment to his own interpretation of Republicanism amid the campaign discussion.

Estes James A. Troutaine Pesiene Cochin Tai Meray Armani Et Party Ian Tentinah Aniris Merril Sauiestin Tibet

Enterprising Jointist and County Meeting Report

A damaged OCR item notes a jointist in Washington facing a sentence related to general debility and taxes, plus a letter from a Gravy lear fellow seeking to rent a building. It references a pardon, a northeast area event, and an editor group Hiawaths. Kansas Fatherertal initiation held an annual meeting with exercises closed and an address by Senator Scurr of Tela. The next meeting plan was not fixed and will be announced by the executive committee.

Washington Washington County Kagsar Hiawaths Rnhensit Kansas Fathertal Annitiation Senator Scurr Tela

Captain Johnson Home After Ill Health Recovery in Cripple Creek

Report says Captain Johnson returned from a month in Galenia Cripple Creek country and is improved in health. Town business shows a boom with 30,000 population and fires in the center. carpenters extend work as winds shift. Describes a large fire and early firefighting efforts, with houses burning and economic impact.

Alent Dave

A C U W Ladies Meet At Topeka Grand Lodge Session

The Grand Lodge of the Degree of Honor held sessions in Topeka with representatives from many districts. Attendees included Mrs Notestine and Mrs Sauter, with plans for receptions, addresses, dances, and officer elections to follow. Deaths from Cholera Islandria noted May 12.

Grand Lodge Srasigga Hara Musaion Ag Indies Dovery M. Forde Rroporta St .Willecent Rineman A. 1 Reali Chin LM. Penteell Topeka Notentine Hin- Watha AL PS Fugdle MM. Porte Anne Sauter Sauter Honah Byand Chier Notestine Wyatt Carling Rauit Swealinua Maudie Ward Prat Pritskow Mme Barabini Mise Bennett Ela Hayes

Cy Leland libel clash sparks Kansas politics feud

A Kansas flare up centers on Cy Leland and remarks by A. W. Smith about libel limits and a coming showdown with Morrill supporters. The State Journal recounts dialogue with Palmer and Smith, noting tensions, character claims, and political maneuvering surrounding governor prospects and public appearances in Topeka.

Leland Kansas A. W. Smith Hansas Wooner State Journal Hin Palmer Smitth Iericulietht McPherson Cy Leland Tae Mallow Aril Smith Cave Bersoian Morrill Peternice Farmern Sith Merrit Martilty Taneos Bill Hirsine Ayrter Raa

Higginson and Ripley to Tour Western Lines

M H Higginson and President Ripley prepare to tour western lines. Higginson, assistant to Provdent Hiner of the Santa Fe, arrived in Chicago and will join Ripley in Los Angeles. They plan to map a section of the Southern California railroad and discuss future expansion. The pair emphasize ongoing development and the imperfect nature of progress.

Westen Ripley CM. Higginson Hiner Santa Fe Wand Atheross Angeles Cal Hipsey Celifornia Talwiy Pouslbis Synvek Roel Hitsiosoh Miggzingot

Want Wages Restored in Fron City Demand

Fragmentary report from Crowsland on May 12 shows around twelve hundred workers demanding restored wages. Officials refuse some requests, sparking protests as the mayoral body weighs response. no resolution yet.

Crowsland Fron Bie Luzmand

Ellis Nominated At Republican Congressional Convention

Hin receives the congressional nomination by acclamation as delegates and visitors pack the May ai thr city. Key figures like Hanna and Reed er are discussed amid Hills and Reed factions. The Hills county convention adjourned at 4 o clock with Attorney General Dawar addressing the gathering.

HM City May Hansa Iit Fohn J. Tryaliv Hanna Burton Esas Mare Shaw Gireham Sivehion Record Heeder Bilis Oanerees Pipabene Agdr LC Parker Hill City Kreeder Easian Friends of Eli Congressional Situasion Meiner Elis Mowall Biel Hugs City Potter Marlon Loomine Burtoty Dive Hart Dollie Stitehellewante Pani Vena Conventios Stechian Unaniinn Gee. W. Hollas Rome Tenavy Durie Renetss Cormunite Tites Dawar

Fragmentary county meeting notes in Fil City report

Brief talks by Cy Deland and J R Hurten preceded a decision to make the temporary organization permanent. Gene In order and A Ja Bit of Mitchell county offered remarks, while a nomination from Prilins county was called. C A Lewis withdrew W A Reeder's name.

W. A. Reeder

Quarantine Regulations Stop Family From Getting Food

A case of Getaitation reported in the family of Thomas Hounsett at 06 Hast Eleventh street. The household of Rouse includes his wife and three children with one child suffering carpet fever. The quarantine wing prevents anyone from going out to fetch food as neighbors report. Local official B C Spendiave fears they will have little to eat for days as the morning checks reveal. Wheat outlook from Atchison suggests a poor crop due to the season, while Fullerton notes a long national trend. Meanwhile politics officials report progress on a cheese bill with amendments.

Thomas Hounsett Rouse B.C. Spendiave

Unveiled Today in Washington DC Statue Ceremony

A grand unveiling in Washington's business district honored Major General Hancock with a ceremonial salute and military pageantry. Attending were President and Vice President, Supreme Court representatives, diplomatic corps, and veterans groups as troops performed demonstrations. The event concluded with a lift of the flag and speeches urging patriotism and civic duty.

Washington Winfield Bente Hancock Sheveland Vic Brevenson Supreme Court Erese Meur Ticht Ibett Hauenth Department of the Fine Pote Wilie Gragier Erie Senadier Sue St Dal Wat Pasere PLAS Ribiest Breyeer Balion

Matwla Hoover Estate Leaves $25000 For Hinwaths Institution

The will of Mrs Hoover of Brown County directs a $25000 bequest to Hinwaths Institution in memory of Matwla Hoover. Governor Sorts receives custody of the funds for the institution founded and supported by Brown County settlers. The bequest is reported to be part of her entire fortune and is to be used for the institution at Bla Watha.

Bla

Oldest Paper in Arkansas Promotes Free Silver

The Arkansas Gazette, a leading Democratic newspaper, proclaims support for free silver and aligns with national administration policies. The piece asserts the paper will champion the cause and defend the national administration while maintaining its strong editorial stance.

Arkansas Atte Tinck Ark Ar- Ranens Gazelte Arkutmus

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