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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1896
Page
3
Officials face confusion as the A R U growth appears to accelerate within the past month. Communications are unclear and the extent of spread remains unconfirmed. Authorities warn the situation may require broader action if trends continue.
Fragmented OCR describes the Knights Templar parade with a long procession led by a Marshall's Band. It mentions a May convention, political references, and a banquet with poems and speeches. The text is garbled but preserves names and events linked to the Knights Templar gathering and related activities.
A three ton monument is to be erected in Hotton Cemetery on the East Loss Bolton. Details of the project include a granite base, stone setting, and engraved inscriptions. The article notes costs, contractors, and a plan for a public ceremony with local officials in attendance.
A local report discusses an ordinance and the actions of city officials, including Lt Blake and Pauline Tarrenee, detailing enforcement, photographs, and public response. The account notes procedural steps, authorization, and community reactions to the measure and its implementation.
Fragmented OCR outlines a claim that certain waters in a place named Frere Hisar Gervaatings or Ark Syringe offer curative powers. Mentions of Eureka water, practitioners, and a Battle are unclear, with many garbled terms and place names. The piece reads as a historical health water claim with uncertain geography.
Fragmented report notes wheat damage and poor prospects across Saline and surrounding areas. Drought and disease fears rise as farmers fear reduced yields while local markets and utilities face rising costs. Weather and pests threaten crops. authorities warn of broader agricultural impact.
In a late year court appearance, defense lawyer JG Mbilier argued the pronouncement had erred. The judge ruled the charge as cassmite was dismissed with statements indicating a potential misstep by the court.
A report discusses an incident involving Mam Thaver and Horkarenos Resseny of Shanduri Oil Company with a stockholder confrontation on a train journey. The narrative notes claimed theft of oil tanks and suspected sabotage, with indications of aftereffects and questions for future investigation.
A grain elevator in Americus was destroyed by fire, burning about 1 000 bushels of wheat and damaging the main building. Investigators attribute the blaze to an electric switch fault, with one truck and part of the entrance damaged. The incident caused significant losses but no detailed claims are listed.
An article recounts a strike at the Bersam shop where workers walk out over unpaid wages and the plant closure. It notes repairs crew disruptions, deaths linked to a sudden incident, and various local arrests and trials surrounding the strike. The piece mentions the owner, nearby addresses, and a 10 cent shot recorded during the turmoil.
Sporting News reports a surprise ascent by Anson's Colts in the Western League while Browns slip, rain halting several games across Cincinnati Washington Milwaukee and Philadelphia area matchups. Attendance tallies and scattered box notes indicate mixed results with Colts gaining ground and rivals facing disruptions.
Sporadic updates from Topeka cover amateur athletics and college baseball plans. Mentions Washburn, Midhand College, and upcoming events with tentative scheduling on a weekend, plus scattered player references and organizational notes.
Storms delayed Massillon track meeting as crews, captains, and crews adjourned to Princhart & Rousseiy's. The report notes injuries and upsets, detailing positions and names amid the weather disrupted schedule.
Reports say several men including New Sarin Cohn and Luke Bbawen aided a prize fight beath and were held for aiding the event. Police say more arrests will likely follow as the investigation proceeds and the remnant of a group was detained this afternoon.
A violent storm struck Racine Wisconsin causing a dramatic cloudburst. Heavy rain flooded streets and damaged a brewery, which was struck by fire and demolished. Residents reported the event as the greatest disturbance seen locally with destruction and smoke.
A Texas cyclone wrecked two houses and injured several residents in Bringten. Texans reported forceful winds and rapid damage as families sought safety. Local authorities assisted, with emergency crews recording multiple injuries and property losses.
The pension department issues a sweeping order restricting temporary clerks, forcing hiring limits and implying penny-ante pay during pension payments. Separately, references to a Republican convention in St. Louis, with notices on tickets, rates, and entertainment plans, appear amid a flood of scattered items and advertisements.
Voters gather as delegates chosen last Saturday face decisions about Overmyer’s status as a potential national convention delegate. Contenders plan to block Overmyer’s state convention influence while Potwin’s committee targets securing support and practical road projects. Community businesses advertise home services and appliances amid preparations for spring street work.
Wheat shows a light morning advance with prices fluctuating amid reports of demand shifts. Hog and cattle markets in Chicago and Kansas City display uneven moves with strength in some grades and softness in others, while dairy prices hold steady as regional markets reflect tightening supplies and seasonal demand.
The stock letter notes a tame irregular day with lingering unease and sparse gains. It references Cuba tensions, American risk in foreign affairs, and cautious trading cues from Wheat, Chicago provisions, and export-clustered markets.
Furnished by Topeka Grain and Stock Exchange. May 1. WHEAT opened steady with bids, four and half cent decrease noted. four and a half wheat out of visible supply. Corn at $5,006 and $6,000 declared integral. Market reactions expected later, cables steady, weather favorable. winter wheat condition cited as bullish with partial reports of plant stress.
Disjointed notes describe crop concerns and potential price shifts with the pork market as investors watch for clearer signals. Reports mention stable cattle and supply notes at the yards, while buyers are urged to act before prices change.
A fragmented report outlines circulation growth and daily averages for 1898. It cites a January 1 figure, daily prints, and March figures in a brief overview, noting year to date totals and average issues up to March 29. Names and exact figures are partially garbled but signal overall monthly and yearly circulation tracking.
The Capital business management reports December figures for the Topeka Capital issues, noting largest and smallest issue counts and an average. It states that postage accounts are paid by the Capital cashier and that distribution outside Topeka exceeds inside city totals, drawing a conclusion from the data.
May 1 report notes the serious condition of affairs caused by the veteran strike persists. Police are on duty and extra marines arrived at the Masa docking to safeguard shipping operations.
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