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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

May 21, 1896

Page

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Awful May Day Collapse Traps Barbershop Victims

Buffalo May 1 An old Brown Building at Main and Seneca Avenues collapsed during repairs. Wall debris hit a crowded barber shop, leaving several injured or dead. Police and firefighters saved workers as wreckage cleared. Names of injured and deceased include barber Dieta and carpenter Drivt with others hospitalized or unaccounted. surrounding street scenes described as crews worked to reach trapped occupants.

Buttalo Brown Main Seneca Aireeta Westwrt Union Telemann Company Eownadd Tell van Defi Uhertime Gorirte Dieta Barber Mitch Hospital B. Hawkes Jess Adare James Hittenika Mbar Ter Janae Ed Beh Tee Weienuss Carhite Firrmen Benes Street Borex Tng Western Union ‘Telegraph Compani Amalier Sremmra Ambalyses Arenes Hawk Twek Traker Tina Tou Ehligren Herman J Schiltee

Fragmentary World War II Era Notice

Incomplete OCR text discusses wartime mentions with scattered phrases about hospitals surgeons and a grand jury. Dates are illegible and many names are unclear. The readable content suggests a historical public notice with medical and legal references, but details remain obscured.

Unclear regional meeting yields mixed approval outcomes

A garbled report discusses a regional council meeting with items on Apbreupal redleness, Fort Worth War, and various substitutes. It mentions Topeka, Omaha, Washington, and Cleveland in contested actions, with a decisive 211 to 1 vote against Topeka substitutions and broad approvals amid confusion.

A. B. Leuriand Leonard Washington Chattannes New Criwatie of Fort Worth Sda Ty Ada Slanehal Nagerakt Ras Derrakt Aeterat Gomute Cleveland Ob Lovin Topeka Omoaun Malesig

Burton's Bold Bid Stirs Shawnee County Politics

Amid a tense Shawnee County contest, Dr J Barton interviews workers, while Col Vente advertises support for Burton. Local figures dismiss Burton interference as unfounded, urging residents to judge candidates by their own merits. The battle centers on trust, influence, and county allegiance ahead of spring elections.

Shawnee J. Shde Barton Cone Hurton Bolman Wilery Jian Tony Eleet Parves Janes Dawnver Burtan Oahu Wong Burton Poupie Mir Burton

Miners Entombed After Ashland Mine Cave-In Tragedy

Reports from St Paul detail a disastrous cave-in at the Ashland Mine trapping miners. Rescue attempts were hampered by shifting ground as crews labored to reach the 300 foot fall. Several were rescued, with the rest awaiting word as conditions improved. Local officials monitor progress and coordinate headway with rescue teams.

Ashland St. Paul Arbhend Peter Monas Collins Peter Guerra Orsiais Fries Zai Thomas Willige Wililamn Uefa Norrie Amy

Turbulent Topeka Area Tornado Destroys Homes

A violent tornado swept Shawnee County near Topeka damaging the Jansen Hart residence and nearby farms. Eye witnesses describe a funnel cloud crossing Maple Hill area, lifting a brick schoolhouse, overturning outbuildings, and scattering debris for miles. Mrs J Janssen Hart suffered injuries, but most occupants escaped serious harm as the storm moved northeast. A large frame structure was torn from its foundation and carried, with trees uprooted and debris scattered along the route of destruction.

Jansen Family Survives Cyclone Destroys Home

Mrs Jansen and her husband arrived in the city seeking aid after a tornado damaged their home. Their daughter Mrs Holtwick of West First Street is listed among those injured. The couple recounts fleeing to the cellar as the house was ripped apart, with debris and a whirlwind lifting them and sending a shelf through the room. A new house is planned for Mr Jansen, a prosperous farmer. Cyclone warnings and reports of damage extend across Emporia Kansas to nearby towns, with multiple properties wrecked and many deaths feared.

Jansen H. Holtwick West First Street Jensen Ty Alee Deuihier Botford Longs Bo Ture Ciris al- Tost Mehalgal Nesin Janssen

Czar’s coronation pageant amid artillery at Petrograd

Cannons roared and crowds surged as the czar began his journey from the palace toward the Kremlin. From Petrograd's streets, thousands cheered while troops filled the routes with banners and a resounding salute marked the start of a historic parade through the capital.

Was Married Next Year And Now Mrs Leonard Buzbee Wants Divorce

The district court hears a divorce petition from Mrs. Leonard Buzbee, filed today, claiming incompatibility after a marriage on September 13, 1897 in Auburn. She cites differences and seeks legal estrangement, noting they have an older daughter and that her spouse has left Colorado with furnishings worth nothing to her.

Mra Leonard Buzbee Aya Mie Ieanwra Buzbee Auburn Ake Bas Colorado

Leland at St Louis Meeting News Reported

Mr G Linand of Troy Kansas attended a meeting in St Louis yesterday. The Mabias aelo mation project secured front rooms at a hotel to be used as headquarters for Gelvention. Mr Talendtee is a member of the Republican nations committee.

Ec. Louk G. Linand, Jr Troy Kan Hurst Mabias Gelvention Talend Republican Nations LC Crom

Politicians Seek McKinley Stance On Money Matters

Washington May 21 The St Louis convention scene hinges on McKinley and his silence on finance With his supporters and opponents debating how far he will go to express a position Representative Walker and others urge a clear statement While some see a strategic parry a firm position on the money issue remains the key question for the coming campaign and party unity

Washington Cletmu St Louis McKinigy Piatt Innis Ohio Kitley Louis Joe Bhimmthay McKinley Tennesse McKinsey Mohini Mipherma Harrigat Mckinney Watney McKndoy Pat Hieself Bbs

McKinley delegates eyed as states contest ballots

Washington reports that Grosych Nee and others warn that many states may send solid McKinley delegations or Democratic followers, potentially shaping the committee on elections. Contests loom in several states, with 46 delegates to be elected and disputes over full delegations and territorial seats.

Washington Grosych Nee Ty Stena de Wron Dore Mektilis Georgia Indiana Western Cline North Dakota Carolina Sau Dakota Tennesse Vermont Arizone New Mexico Oklahoma McKinley Suites McKinley Alhy Arkansas Arizona

Delegates Contest Sparks Unclear McKinley Vote Impact

Fragmentary report notes delegates in various states dispute results. The text suggests McKinley supporters face thrown delegates and a prolonged wait, with no final route to resolve the contest and potential vote shifts possible after two weeks.

McKinity McKinley

Dr Booth For Harmony at First Presbyterian Church

Dr Booth of New York preaches on Christian Union and Denominational Unity at the Northern Presbyterian church opening service. He urgesbrotherly conference to remove misunderstandings and lay measures to heal divisions within the church.

Nee Bty Northern Presbyterian Church Robert Russell Booth York Vartinoe

Mrs L M Taylor Insane In Attacking Stepdaughter

Mrs L M Taylor of Auburn attacked her stepdaughter with a hot poker and nails, burning the child severely. Described as insane for months, she was taken to an asylum after recent violence and wandering. Authorities report no harm to others and she was confined by Deputy Sheriff Frank Leech.

Tayle Fuggler Auburs Taylor Preston Taylor Tasior Sid Lawrence Teroughbors Ponstel Sherif Frank Leech

Sultan Sends Gifts to the Czar and Czarinn

In Constantinople on May 2, the sultan presented the czar and czarinn with a chamber of rich carpet and other articles for their coronation, including a diamond pin valued at £2,400, about $10,000, along with ceremonial items. The sultan also forwarded presents to principal members of the imperial household as part of the ceremony.

Constantinople

Gail Hamilton III and the Return of Her Former Incas

Alarm rises over the reported return of Gail Hamilton III and an associate linked to a previous incident. Friends fear a repeat attack after a period of quiet, with officials and community members urging calm as details remain unclear.

Mose Hamilton Washington

Justice eludes justice in Tennessee chief justice case

A verdict of not guilty was returned in the case of the state versus the chief justice of the Tennessee Supreme Court. Reports note mixed public reaction to the verdict. An unrelated item mentions a shooting death, and Wichita’s Prince and Pratt Lumber Co. being chartered with capital of 314,000 and a 40 year term.

Tennessee Chattawooga Tent Xlo Olack Stpreme Court John F. Beasly Wichita Litter Company Prats Lember Company Wichita Geil Wichits Kingwnan Kussas Okihond Wallace Pretimunfoe & Pratt George Li. Pratt Har Een Tyniboltt Allen County A. Wedin WC. Browk. Bemeser J. C. Atmos

Coffeyville Gas Explosion Kills One, Wounds Many

A basement gas explosion in Coffeyville Kansas wrecked two brick buildings and killed David Carter with several others injured. The blast occurred around 8 o clock due to a match igniting accumulated gas in the basement. Authorities report many hurt and a chaotic scene as fire and debris spread through the block.

Coffeyville CureSey David Carter Mat Ateinson Eliza Pursley Dot Levis Maud Young Max Welk PK Smith Mgirets Bath Morris Logan Esham John Whelson Jk Short WM. Kite Stuvckey Teo Etitaurt David Cate Tylko Zoel Asprin

The Country Submerged Can Bow in a Rowboat 40 Miles Across the Country

The article reports a perilous journey attempted across the nation by rowboat, detailing harsh weather and flood conditions along the Mississippi and Red River basins. It notes extensive dangers, misdirection, and logistical challenges with a tone of urgency. The piece mentions distant towns and widespread disruption affecting transportation and safety.

Minneapolis Eta Sur Trent Bassa

Milwaukee Business Men Oppose Boycott Amid Turmoil

The piece reports widespread unrest in Milwaukee as business leaders reject calls to boycott, while labor and civic figures debate government policy and moral duties. It notes protests, rhetoric against corruption, and the tension between industry leaders and reformers as events unfold.

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