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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

May 13, 1896

Page

2

Lincoln Tornado Strikes Town Causing Roof Damage

A funnel shaped cloud passed over Lincoln as a cyclone tore roofs off buildings and caused widespread damage. One man was carried about 150 yards but escaped serious injury, with no loss of life reported. Communication and rescue efforts followed as streets remained chaotic and trees were downed.

Winiam Mik, May JR Wien Grivins Horace Liscoln Aires LL. Weedry B. Abbott Etoccmn Eepond Waarlbtedels

Washington Debates Bond Issues and Federal Role

The article discusses constitutional questions over bond issues and the federal authority to act with Congress. It notes that discussions focus on the balance of powers, duties of duty and taxation, and the potential implications for financial questions and tariff policy.

Washington, Ste Molmere Neithy Ersthipactine

History of Melton and the Kansas connection in a 19th century tale

An old narrative chronicles Lawrener Melton tied to Santa mrad ved tales from a state normal school era. It notes a young man with chismraitip and hints at a link between Kansas and local figures, mentioning a Sastar Peffer and a Catalan correspondent from Develas county. The piece blends personal life with regional names and historical hints from the era.

Lawrener Jona Mito Ter Ber Haber oRlin Miles Sastar Peffer Develas County Furgishad Cuba Allies Sey Cimmercal Gasette

Japan Boosts Warship Output Amidst Freight Delays

Reported from San Francisco in May, Japan accelerates ship production. Officials note contracts for constructing war vessels rise as the United States estimates reach 3,900 to 4,000 burdened ships. Names include W. Dickey and Chimoe of Philadelphia with reference to Pewee menileinen and general projects at Palace hotel discussions.

San Prancisco Orina Jape Garmerth Willlangent W. Dickey Menileinen United States Palacy Japai

Japan pushing ahead in trade clash with Europe and Orient

A dispatch from San Pratelédo notes Japan’s ahead push in oil and steel, with military and industrial aims tied to Europe and the Orient. It discusses potential impacts on the United States economy and hints at broader competition in the Pacific and Atlantic markets.

Europe San Pratelédo W. Copman Foner Miditary Ville Chinputiiten Caperne Chretien

Miss Emma Juch Sick at Choral Symphony Event

The text reports illness of soprano Miss Emma Juch during a Choral Symphony Society event with medical personnel summoned. Other names appear as participants or attendees, but details are garbled. The note mentions Miss Gifford and a red soldier in the symphony and suggests disruptions or delays in the program.

Lows Mey i Choral Eympnomy Society Notdieu Ichaffeicr Chomeo Siprano Miss Duen Gifford Gifford Hae Reeenkts Weared Deeiach Soqroeder Somuerte Chitines

Mall Service Change Between Wichita and Ellsworth

Maintenance ordered between Wichita and Ellsworth on the Frisco line. Partial correspondent report notes a transportation alteration effective May 30 as directed by the Warhaton department.

Wichita Ellaworth Frisco fLlleRy Oorst

Ohio Ceremony Opens War Flags Display in Columbus

Ohio government buildings and houses are decorated as 300 war regimental flags from the state are to be preserved and carried to Gi parede tomorrow. National Community for Walker arrives Thursday. A new text introduced by J. Me pre Bryne at Columbus discusses displaying posts and lamps to honor and consider veterans.

Ohio Colonine Sromuipment Department of Ohio Cd. R Walker J. Me

Fragmented OCR Note Shows Demolition and Names

Partial readable lines mention a demolition and a storm related event with several names and places. The text references mineral water and a steam laundry, plus a postal or street address at 412 W Eighth Ave in Rye, with scattered phrases about shirtwaists and a factory.

Senate Debates Santa Monica Harbor Plan Stall

A Senate clash over a deep water harbor for California pits Santa Monica against San Pedro and a Huntington road project. Senator Frye leads opposition to federal aid while urging a commission to decide harbor site. debate centers on funding and strategic benefits with California politics and coastal interests driving the stalemate.

Washington Senate California Santa Monium Houthern Pactio San Petro Sefuter Frye Conmigeree Committee Nnally Santu Ran Prye Caphiin Taylor Santa Mysia Cupndic Taylors Ratetat San College Pedro Monica Huntington Santa Munters Ae Daelrett Neg Hebel United States Frye Banta Monte Harbor Wuntineton Perky Cis Cals Croker Rotter Pacific Burpur Mirmar Mr. Frye White Funtington Witke Monhia Suritey Santa Moles Tipon Harbers Sinter

Secretary Morton Visits Pacific Coast State

Sterling Morton, secretary of agriculture, on a Pacific coast tour as guest of his son Park Morton, predicts the Democrats will endorse the coming administration. Morton plans to stay in the city about a week and return to San Proadeoh tonight.

Olersland San Atolileon

Local court sentences man to imprisonment for six months

Judge Murphy finds the defendant guilty in a Missouri case involving a suspected pool room incident. The court imposes six months imprisonment with likely related penalties as part of the sentence. Names and precise locations are readable but garbled in the OCR.

Allen County Convention Chooses Slate for Congress

Delegates at an Allen City convention named a congressional slate with LT. Purcell of Gov and EP. Robinson of O2 as electors. The event featured speeches by Reeder and Lewis, with prominent attendees including Jim Troutman and Tom Potter. The platform endorsed a bimetallic currency policy and calls for state support of mining revenues.

Ill City Kan Beloit Congress Uther LT. Purcell Gove EP. Robinson Flo. Kevei WA. Reeder Fhittips McNair Joe Heeler Dolness Herder the. Lewis Phillie Ellie Reeder Jim ‘Troutman Tom Potter Boul W. Moor Matton Peterund Tre Pases Cy Teland McKinley Dawes Stave Au- Altor George Cule Simone Victore Republian

Sound Money and Mac Cerin Debate on Currency Reform

Fragmented OCR text discusses currency policy and a convention with candidates and platform statements. It references honest money, minting standards, and opposition to debasement while advocating gold backing and national monetary stability. Names and exact events are unclear due to OCR issues.

Baby Cannot Ride In Disturbing Chicago Incident

In Chicago on March 13 officials report a disturbing case involving a baby and adults linked to a disorderly event. Medical experts say the actions are rapid and harmful to the child, prompting a police investigation and calls for legal scrutiny of the involved parties.

Graham is Found Cause of Girls Death and Flea

Graham is accused in Pittsburg Kansas of causing the death of four colored girls and abducting a 13 year old white girl Pollard. Proceedings question whether four suspects should hang, with Jefferson City news noting Stone has stayed sentencing and an appeal is being pursued. A separate medical claim and advertisements appear in the page.

Pittsburg Kansas el Faas GH Graham Pinskirs Kan el Paso Wate Bidnner

Langley airdrome flight proof grounds for future air travel

Washington May 13 public statement confirms Langley dying machine experiments with Prof Samuel P Langley of the Smithson Institute. A flying machine described as a large steam powered bird rose from the Potomac and circled, then alighted on the river. Details emphasize a historic demonstration by Langley and ally Alexander Graham Bell.

Washington Samuel P. Langley Smithsonlad Institute Langley Alex Granta Bell Motamac Ae Uberty Luneley Iliot Alexander Graham Ball Ito

Bryan vs Rosewater Debate on Money Question in Omaha

Preliminary rounds are finished for a debate between Edward Rosewater and WY J Bryan on the money issue. It will be held May 11 at Creighton The and will be conducted under Republican Timers League supervision with Judge Gregory presiding. About 200 tickets will be issued to bankers city and county officials and labor leaders. Speeches will run about twenty minutes with timekeepers to enforce limits.

Nebraska Wia Jeneth

Prohibition Convention Rates to Pittsburg

Prohibition organizers announce train service from St Louis to Pittsburg via Vandolin Pennsylvania Short Lines with solid trains from St Louis Union Station to Pittsburg Union Station. Contact W F Bruneer for details. Wichita may get a new bank with Mr A Jiles planning capital and reestablishment efforts.

Vandolin-Pensieylvania St. Louis May Land Vuniaila-Pennesllvania St. Louis Union Station Pittsbore Union Station W. F. Brutnéer A OG. P Agt le Louis Wichita

Newpop and the baby cause rifts in marriage scene

Newpop quarrels with his wife over affection for the baby while she laments lack of love for herself. He defensively wonders if Solomon’s wives ever truly understood women as she storms out in despair after a heated exchange about love and devotion.

Mira Newpop Kisme Mra Second Pines George Nesepop Dan Dake Newpoy Newpup Newnes Solomon New York

Consumption Must Go Discovery of a New Consumption Cure

May 13 report on Dr W A Sheppard’s inhalation based device to treat consumption. Cylindrical apparatus delivers air to lungs, claiming cure rates of 7 percent in first stage and 49 percent in the second. visitors from prominent circles observed patients and praised progress, suggesting prior incurability doubts were misplaced.

W. A. Sheppard Thin City A. Hi. Lowrin News J. 5. Wise George 3 Dnews Bigity Scientific Society

Armour's Crooked Work At Armour Co Court Probe

A Chicago board of trade inquiry labelled Armour & Co operations at fault in wheat handling. Directors called meetings to discuss alleged warehouse mismanagement and profits tied to wheat shortages. The case cites inability to purchase wheat at fair market prices and potential misconduct by executives.

Gade Marenrcontio Armour 4 Co Armour & Co Becine le Sane

Warlike City Officials At Council Meet In Fury

A May 1 council meeting in Hammond devolved into violence as a mob attacked officials. Ex-Councilman Fred W. Newell suffered a struck head, Theo Ablesidort lost teeth, Charles Boekhert and Andre Konstekd faced injuries, and Charles Speichert had eyes gouged amid chaotic brawling by bystanders.

Hammond Dt Council Utanery Citiman Counhelimen Fred W. Newell Charles Boekhert Theo Ablesidort Andre Konstekd Frank Boutuer Charles Speichert

Denver bank to resume as American National reopens

The American National Bank of Denver, recently failed, is expected to reopen in early May. Depositors with funds due will receive cash payments, and a liquidation process is noted with some proceeds and interest arrangements. The article mentions the bank’s activities and urges caution amid the ongoing resolutions.

Denver Tte American Natimat Bank

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