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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1896
Page
7
The text outlines plans around Governor Morill and mentions Peters, Likely candidates, and internal party tensions. It notes discouragement within circles, discussion of Morrill’s removal from the track, and a contested gubernatorial strategy amid shifting allegiances and candidate calculations.
Uneven text suggests a report on a county race with Representative Bab Hopktra and Deon for Mirator, noting defeats and calls for reelection. Mentions include Kansas, Farmuthesn Ciiw, Senuiny Alliton Rropen and weak support, with focus on political outcomes and party strategy.
The piece outlines party conventions, candidate filings, and procedural rules affecting nominations in Feltsburg and surrounding counties. It notes treks to Capitol paths, the role of county clerks, and ongoing legislative sessions shaping electoral actions and public notices.
Rumors say Missouri city leaders consider disbanding the police board amid political pressure. Officials appear unlikely to grant a demand while district leaders assess regional governance and funding implications.
A fragmentary report notes figures from 2000 to 500 at a around the election as efforts to abolish a tire topic emerge. Kenfle and Governor Morrill discuss board actions and potential support, with unclear stance on the proposition.
Fragmented text notes Eustman's withdrawal clearing Lyons County field for the state assembly seats. Mentions Frank Fienniker secretary of the railway commission and various candidates including Barker of Lawrence and Lambert of Emporia. References to Cherryvale, Rice County, and speaker race dynamics with candidates Abe Lenkebiiti Charide Lobel Lambert and others.
Governor Matthews writes a letter to a party colleague opposing a straddle on the money question, arguing against a position he calls a stradi. He urges the Democratic platform not to adopt a risky stance and to preserve clear party unity and strength.
The Curie Lumber company of To-Deka announces a strong year as they prep building materials for Merriar birthy and expand to serve Topusi, Chicago, and nearby towns. President Mr. Bowers Piercy and secretary Mr. Tremley lead a growing organization behind projects like Sumte Pe Hospital and Park district structures.
A long 19th century report outlines Baptist anniversaries to be held this year at Asbury Park New Jersey. It notes the event is a gathering of major northern churches with delegates from various sects and previews topics on society policy debt and missionary work.
An express company plans to hire the ex bandit Frank James as a guard to protect trains carrying large sums of money and valuables. The proposal promises a restitution to his widow if he dies in the line of duty, claiming his notoriety would deter attacks.
New York reports editor Cuyler Bunger of the humor magazine Puck died late yesterday afternoon after a bout with tuberculous disease. His wife and children were at his bedside. The editor, once noted for leadership, leaves a widow and four children, with the eldest boy aged about ten and the youngest an infant.
Abilene May 11 reports alarm as opponents insist Walter Davis is not a constitutional resident of Kansas City. They argue Davis failed to meet residency terms spanning 1899 to 1900, challenging his eligibility for the mayoral office amid party faction disputes and a grand jury report on Coxey and Populist splits.
James Talbott, a wealthy county resident near Coftequity Kansas, was thrown from a cart and killed instantly. The report notes his age as unspecified and cites him among the county’s wealthiest individuals. Additional lines advertise patent medicines and local shops, including Fishing nets at J. C. Elliott's and a fortune teller Maury of Egypt with times listed.
A court discusses how citizenship applies to individuals and corporations in a Missouri River case. It explains a corporation is a citizen of the state of incorporation, distinguishes between individual and corporate citizenship, and notes constraints on intrastate business by cross-border entities. The ruling clarifies asset and liability context and the state’s treatment of corporate structure in the litigation.
Barry Hoffman ced his overcoat to cover Erieid and contracted pneumonia in Kansas City. Harry Hoffman died Sunday morning at his brother Guy Hoffman’s home after suffering illness. Victor Calwales was injured in the incident. The mother visited him at Florence and he was removed there.
The Kanes Meffleel society, the state’s largest medical body, will hold its annual meeting tomorrow at Representative Hall. The event expects record attendance of about 200 plus members. Papers will be read and discussed in four sections with secretaries managing ophthalmology, ENT, medicine, and surgery. A lunch is arranged for members during the event.
A dramatic sky event shows a vast jet of water rising from the lake, forming a towering column visible on the northern horizon. Observers noted an immense water-vapor plume stretching upward as the formation shifted and elongated toward the stormy sky.
A World dispatch from Tien Tain reports a Caeng Tu commission secure in Sechuen riots. Claims reference the Rap ist Afler disciplinary action and foreign forces, with China paying demands to end the confrontation.
In Topeka North a.M. Baird travels to Chicago for a family matter while Mr Charlie Staal attends Delavan Park events. Z Le Magerty hosts Mrs Thompson and Gov contractor Zrum Holten. G H Kitban visits Chicago. Stitt plans a Kansas City trip for mountain gear as revival meetings occur along the route. The Citizens barn wall is under repair and pedestrians face a near miss from a falling tree. Mrs F Kistler Sr dies at Warhoms 15 Cora Avenue. funeral at Katie Avenue Methodist at 9:80. Local ads promote clothing, maple products, dental services, grocers, and church fund raiser receipts of about twelve dollars.
In Topeka society notes, Mrs AM Mille and daughter Duce journey to Leavenworth for a tea with Mrs Mills' parents. Many residents, visitors, and local groups are mentioned from Clay Center to Chicago, with weddings, travel, performances, and club activities including a spinning picnic and Professional High Five club meet highlights.
President Rodgers of the police board says he is trying to uncover the Jotntiste and so far wire sketchy evidence. A witness reports a drunken incident near a stairway. jurors and reporters discuss admissibility of evidence. Judge Haten appears fair and may admit such evidence if proper.
May 12 a fire gutted the Frisco eating house at Burrton and [the] cook Mrs Hudsow perished, the body burned beyond recognition. General and Mrs Sally arrived from Kansas City yesterday and were inducted into soldiers. Salvation Army meeting at Fourth and Monroe last night. Paris municipal election results show Republicans 24, Radicals and Socialist 5, Conservatives 20.
A ragged report details a city court seeks an ordinance against driving over sidewalks. Suspects include Chas. Shpcraft and A. K. Redgg. Defendants, many farmers, are arraigned. proceedings continue as officers search for the applicable rule.
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