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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1896
Page
6
Mills Adams Co announces a Friday under price sale on ribbons. Plain satin and grosgrain in assorted colors and widths, plus fancy figured ribbons, are featured. Shoppers will find these on center counters for quick access.
Fragmented local items list residents visiting, markets, and parish events. Mentions Mire NS A Crater, Mrs Hebnett, John Deka, Union Pacific hotel gathering, Carbondale visit, and a Congregational church musical event with about $25 raised. Also notes dental ad, hair product, and laundry service promotions with several street addresses and names.
In Topeka and vicinity social events feature large spring gatherings. A notable evening at a farmer on Harreon Street hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Bone included a Kandacine home display, a gala canopy of roses, and an orchestra, with many local guests and a wedding announcement adding to the festive mood.
Freshmen group from Nurth Tope plans to return to their home by June, arriving at the depot to find many Topekanes present. Mrs J. Bhnre expects a home welcome for Liky and friends, with Ethel Wood hosting guests and Mises Wierant among the attendees. Other companions listed include Mims Galan Packer, Gertrude Babcock, Irith Mesers Maxwell, and several locals.
A garbled 19th century style report from South Dakota notes a Democratic gathering at Silverrock with references to local names Woonsocket and Wilmot. It mentions a convention, disputed protest, and various district figures in a prose with many misspellings. All names are portrayed as sound money proponents.
New York reports a split in the delegation with Warner Miller stating half favor McKinley while others deny that shift. The visit to the capital centers on private talks with Gow Sarton about Sirele Uy and ongoing political maneuvering beyond personal politics.
New York May 21 premier Cenovas interview cites tensions between Spain and the United States as a world concern yet argues dialogue must continue. President Chere and Secretary Olney face criticism for representations on the Competi bir and the role of government in free speech during this international discourse.
Chicago grocers and butchers discuss forming a cooperative ice dealers company to stabilize prices and control supply. About 409 businesses attended a meeting aiming to join the cooperative, with planned elections, a banquet, and a formal closing of the current price structure. Funeral notices follow for Mrs. Tillotson of Lincoln and other local passings as Missouri reports note worms damaging crops across several counties.
The court heard a bid of 30000 for the Brook of the defunct Union Cordage concern. District Judge Hazen denied a new trial motion in the Brooks divorce case and refused to return the homestead to Amelia Brooks and her children amid a dispute over bigamy and property. The ruling preserves the transfer to the two children while preventing the old man’s widow from reclaiming the home. New York and New Jersey ties appear in the sale details and reorganizational plans for the firm led by H C Corbin and associates.
Flood warnings spread along the Missouri River with water levels mounting toward danger points. Reports describe two feet of rise in the upper river over twenty four hours and ongoing projections of levee breaches and inundation across both riverbanks. Complicating weather, a tornado caused injuries and property damage in multiple towns. residents endure damaged homes, streams, and evacuations as responders assess losses.
The piece reports James Dobussoff and James De Moss as key figures in the gubernatorial race, noting Boles’ stance on party platform items and a call for a parity measure aiming to balance economic policy. It also records the burial today of Weems’ old child, James De Moss, colored, north of town.
A garbled note reflects on lifelong habits and the difficulty of changing course. It references memories of a person named Samual Ruyatenet and discusses training, paths, and reflective thoughts on self improvement amid unclear phrases and stray names.
Washington May 23 The published story of Senator Veathers poor health is a mistake. The senator has no intention of retirement from public life despite rumors. He is greatly improved and prepared to continue his work, showing old-fashioned vigor and resolve.
The Marquis and Marchioness of Salisbury hosted a reception in London on May 2. Attendees included Prince and Princess of Wales, Duke and Duchess of York, Princess Maud of Wales, Prince and Princess Christian, Duke of Cambridge, and Mr. and Mrs. Bayard among others.
Market report notes renewed damage fears in Hessian insects and locust swarms. Wheat July futures opened around 6.20 and fluctuated, corn stayed strong with mixed oats while cattle, hogs, and sheep saw steady to active trading. receipts and futures prices cited for several markets.
Wheat traders in New York and Chicago report heavy bull activity with callers and brokers pushing prices higher. Michigan merchants warn of poor spring conditions while price quotes show fluctuating futures and local traders discuss supply risks amid mixed signals from Midwest reports.
Furnished by Topeks Grain and Stock Exchange. Market notes from Chicago describe morning prices in grain and other commodities. Reports of Michigan and Northwest crop damage push prices down. buyers and sellers show limited activity as weather and demand influence wheat and other markets.
Lawrence boy George Howell, who recently traveled to Cripple Creek, is involved in a fire loss case at the Brongon Kas storehouse. Loss is listed as 200 dollars. A separate fire at Fort Scott destroys hay storage, described as a striking scene. Town farmer Spence faces charges for embezzlement and bond issues amid a wider property dispute.
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