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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

May 12, 1896

Page

5

Newton Worries Over Water Bond Issue And Local Doubts

The Newton city council faces threats to the water bond proposition as attorney counsel warn the statement of election expenses may be insufficient. Doubts extend to the office of justice of the peace and several ward reports mention tax and tally issues with county records and upcoming filings.

Newton M.abverdine Lllemad McCount Comary John Teeben Beth Siri Orteee

Unsigned Fragments From Lawrence War Time Memoir

Fragmentary OCR text from Lawrence era notes mentions wartime experiences, personal names, places and dates. It references Amy Hest and Saidaa, local events, and a plea about printing small Revel items while discussing a war context and a parade or march in a city setting.

Lawrence Starti Ferlette Amy Hest Avery Tom Lawrence

Knightless Lars Meet at Lawrence Seasion Overview

Fragmented OCR notes describe a meeting of a chivalric or fraternal order at Lawrence with mentions of officers, a grand commandery, and a public display planned in a park. References include Corinne, Grant County, and figures such as Win H Mah, with notes on degrees, exhibitors, and a procession.

Hicheni Lawrence Seasion Jnl Deer Wrenttia Demety Tavekas Grect Cosmander Geoiiret Kemen Alan Grant

Fraternal Ald Trovele and Decorum Contested Gains

A fragment from a fraternal lodge records infighting among members at Barton and Abilene, with disputes over authority, leadership, and ritual conduct. The text hints at suspicions of deception, calls for accountability, and mentions potential internal actions to resolve the rift.

Miner Refuses Labor and Fails to Work After Incident

An account describes Charles Miner’s defiant stance against labor, with details of his illness and injuries. He was found unconscious, and the report notes community reaction and lingering health concerns. The fragment hints at a broader labor dispute and local responses to Miner’s condition.

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eLD SOLDIERS SLIGHTED IN BLUE RAPIDS POLITICS

The city government of Blue Rapids shows its hand in rapid fashion amid a tense local scene. Veterans expo and political maneuvering involve officials, with contested claims over city stipends and local endorsements shaping the dispute.

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Secret Political Society Forming Among Colored Mex

Fragmented OCR text describes a meeting about a secret political society among colored people in Kansas, with mention of a fair, pigeons, fundraising, and a board of directors. Several scattered lines reference meetings, arrests, and local events, but the readable material centers on organizing efforts and community notices amid unclear details.

Percy Kansas

RACING MEET The Best Horses at the Fair Grounds

At the fair grounds the best horses will run in a featured racing meet. Competitors include top locally trained runners with potential stakes and prize money on the line.

TWO YEAR OLD TROT PROMISES HOTLY CONTETED MEET

A meeting of horsemen at Hamilton Hall aims to organize the Two Year Old Trot. Fragments name Frank Sueler Dr George Pringiard Rex Kirneipe and others as organizers with plans for a fair and a stake race Saturday. The event centers on Silverine and related contenders, with detailed horse listings and expected entries.

Annetine Hamilton Frank Sueler Geerge Pringiard Rex Kireipe Uleg M. Jemes Integrity Hentia Chariey Taner Bo Koyug Zach Retussisti Valencia Butler Starphy King Richard

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Readable fragments describe tangles of fabric and leather with scattered names or terms. The text appears as a garbled excerpt lacking coherent events, dates, or clearly identifiable people or organizations.

Sporting Notes Vague Report Scrambles Names and Ads

Fragmented notes cover racing horses drivers and cure adverts. Mentions Topeka, Colorado Springs, Emporia, Charlie Evans, Brewster, Dr King, One Minute Cough Cure and local druggists. Scattered names, ages, and products fill the page with partial event hints and sales pitches.

Weather summary from regional forecasts and observations

Tomorrow brings cooler morning with possible showers and a mix of sun and clouds. Temperatures around 72 degrees, variable winds, and widespread rain in parts from Hope to Concordia. Heavy rain traces reported along the McPherson and Little River branches, with thunderstorms in western territories including Oklahoma and Texas.

Alden Eus Woud Litte River Sernantr Buck Bedeville Omahs Texas New Mexico Colitado

Wisconsin Woods Afire Along St Paul Railway

Forest fires roared through Marinette county for hours burning timber and property along the St Paul Railway. The blaze destroyed hundreds of feet of lumber near Ellis Junction and forced firefighters to respond as flames spread along the right of way. Descriptions note damage to a gas or materials facility and threaten nearby towns as crews battled the spreading fire.

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MISS BREWER DEAD A Daughter of tat Associate Justice Passes Away

San Antonio reports the death of Miss Frankie Firewee daughter of Associate Justice Breeder of the Ealted Suites. Funeral arrangements not yet set with tickets for Mr Lesbie’s benefit at Hoehies. Notices invite interest in psychic Occult science lessons and a Five Ribbon club event for Battery Helton West.

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Market report hints at cautious commodity strength

A bustling Chicago market shows corn and oats opening easier but gaining strength as wheat provisions lead. Pork and grain futures attract investor demand while reports from the northwest boost wheat prospects. New York and St Paul stocks reveal cautious optimism amid bear pressure and steady iron trade sentiment.

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Bank Closing Notice From Topeka Comptroller

Central National Bank of Topeka announces closure at close of business as required by the Comptroller of the Currency. Cashier Swern to resign, with duties transferred to reserve officers. Notice indicates August 5, 1907 as final date and related settlement actions.

Topeka

Market Report Prompts Mixed Wheat Outlook

Today’s market report from the Associated Press notes improved conditions in winter wheat across the northwest and Kansas and Oklahoma. It reports healthier futures activity with July options advancing, while overall crop condition had been weaker earlier but showed partial recovery into May.

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Wheat and Livestock Notes From Kansas City Market Report

The report covers government crop conditions and price trends for corn, wheat, oats, and provisions in Kansas City and Chicago markets. It notes wheat futures easing, corn and hog receipts, and cattle and sheep movements, with government crop estimates showing modest May improvements over April and a projected 1.447 million acre figure for wheat.

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