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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1896
Page
1
A long garbled OCR piece hints at a plan to stage Cervantes famous novel Don Quixote as the fall pageant. It mentions color, costumes, and a grand display, with community support and possible rehearsals and venues.
Fragmentary OCR shows a convention with names like Frank Savie and Mason, adjournment chaos, balloting for chair and committee posts, and debates over nominations. The report mentions multiple counties, candidates, and possible deadlocks as proceedings unfold despite a tense, disjointed account.
In Larind May 2 a crowded field vies for the Thirtyteenth district seat. Candidates include Berries-Lthy Fol Hoping from Finney County and Shumous from Tone County alongside WS Watson from Thiwarde, with Hopkins and others campaigning hard. The stakes center on the party’s nomination and the unity of supporters amid a tense, unresolved fight.
The Pittsburgh convention scene shows fierce debates between Prohibition and free silver factions. Delegates clash as Wheeler’s minority report is rejected and Cantwell’s call for harmony aims to unite a party torn by tariff, immigration, and platform disputes amid loud protests and chaotic scenes.
St John argues for free silver and predicts a majority of delegates as Prohibition factions split. Conflicting plans unfold over a free coinage plank, eastern delegates pushing for silver while others resist. The speech highlights tensions within the party and the risk of a fractured convention.
Fragmentary report mentions Topeka unrelated notes and Captain Henry Esoth of Larned amid blurred references to state office personnel and a confrontation. The text is unclear but suggests involvement of state secretary of state staff and a namesake protest or dispute.
The State Journal reports a May 17 update from Garin City noting a major rally by Hill Minerds supporters in the Thirty-eighth senatorial district. Capt Henry Booth, chief clerk of the secretary of state police, is cited along with calls for a second term and references to Republican party lines and governance debates.
May 27 Colby Levi Prichard of Graham county led at the Proullet senatorial convention of the Thirty-ninth Mistral with Trem and Engan of Cheyenne as heirs. Prokwid was nominated, large attendance. Baker expected to be renominated tomorrow.
Weather forecast promises rain this afternoon with possible heavy showers and thunder. Early reports show only scattered clouds and warm winds as temperatures range around the mid 70s. Officials note some regions may stay dry while others see rainfall later today.
Dramatic recount unfolds as Cal Hughes and J B Larimer battle for lead. Central committees review tallies, challenged ballots, and disputed marks in several precincts amid ongoing delay. Evidence of miscount prompts scrutiny, with election judges ruling on defective ballots and contested votes.
In Larimer County a disputed ballot involving marks and candidate intent prompts debate on whether to count. Jurists and officials argue over legality and voter intent as the canvass proceeds after а primary.
A fragmented report shows candidate tallies with margins and recount disputes. Larimer county details include Brooke 474, James 372, McKeever 1 055, Veale 651, Fleming 1, Nichole 34 percent, and Williams 55. A late recount plan faced objections, with Santee’s committee delaying final results and noting ballots from Fitch ward still awaiting counting.
A dubious May 27 dispatch claims two cavalry troops moved to Fort Custer in Montana to pursue Cree Tidiane with orders to deport them to Canada under a separation plan. The piece asserts Canada offers amnesty for Rebels and hints at harsh penalties for those who refuse.
A profile of Mr Moore, head of the United States Weather Bureau, detailing his career from Chicago to Washington and his visit to Topeka. The piece notes his long service, age around 40, and plans for possible weather service changes while in Kansas City, with remarks from Mortom and Santa Fe president Paul.
In Shawnee County a sparsely attended convention selected delegates and alternates for the east division of the northern appellate court. Names listed include Horton Howe Jones Fellows Ware Bradford Quillen Bird Thornes Davis Ross Van Orsdal Brooke McKeever and others, with alternates Greenwood Geo Batts Weewall Bierne Miller McNary Lindhioi Wadden He.
Immr Bear Greeley in this county was found dead in the wagon yesterday. A coroner s jury decided that while leaning over the endgate for moms purpose he had been kicked by one of the jubses and killed. Mr. Davie was about years of age and leaves a wife and five children.
Mrs Hearo tih delivers a keynote at Louisville as the General Federation of Women’s Clubs opens in Kentucky. She urges lifting women from narrow thoughts toward world progress, urging unity, education, and national development through women’s leadership and civic engagement.
George W. snus, an puller maker at Santa Fe shops, suffered severe leg injuries while adjusting a fire box. His leg was severely crushed, with one bone fractured and possible amputation, after a fall caused by a snapped joint during a mishap at the mine site. He was taken to Ensta hospital for treatment.
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