02 Nov 1894
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1894
Page
1
An unofficial statement titled Breidy's Figures notes its provisional nature, signaling preliminary figures or estimates that may be revised. The text stresses unofficial status while presenting key numbers or metrics claimed by the source.
An informal report details Populists counting on 72 legislative districts and predicts a 13,500 plurality for Lewelling. Breidenthal cites a state poll as basis while denouncing it as a gale estimate. The piece notes candidates for governor and United States senator, plus election procedures and a deacon’s money bet on outcomes.
The State Journal announces a WIT Bulletin to publish returns on election night with the aim of accurate figures and nonpartisan coverage. A large canvas at the Jack building will display results from Republicans, Populists, Democrats, Prohibitionists and Suffragists, funded by the newspaper.
A Cleveland petition to President Cleveland requests Gen McCook be appointed major general. Retired Gen Howard is named in the appeal. The document is signed by federal office holders in the city and others. A related notice calls Marshalls Band members to meet tomorrow at 1 13 PM at their hall.
Nicholas II calls for unity within Russia and loyalty to the czar's family amid growing political pressure and support for reforms. Officials stress adherence to the imperial line as tension rises over succession and governance.
St Peters burg reports the first proclamation of Emperor Nicholas II after the death of Emperor Alexander II. Crowds cheer the new czar while oath of allegiance is sworn by heralds, troops, civil servants, and ministers as Russia enters a period of mourning and celebration. London and Paris react with sympathy and caution as foreign presses weigh the new dynasty’s future.
New York November 2 The executive committee of the general reorganization committee of the Atchison met for routine business. The report of Mr Litle on financial condition and the engineer s report on physical condition of the fund are expected by next Wednesday. Boston November 2 Last night featured sailes in the city with Senator Lige in East Boston and Congresswoman Walker in Ward 17. The suffrage meeting at Hamilton Hall was postponed due to rain.
At Philadelphia readers witnessed a major pacing event with Hubert J and John St Gentry favored. Ed Geers drove Robert J with Hartalin’s star Gentry behind, drawing a large crowd as two heats produced Azote winning the 2:00 trots.
News from Yokohama and New York describes Japanese forces advancing toward Moukden and claiming Port Arthur. Reports note divisions under Field Marshal Oyama converging on K[u]nhw[ao] Soяya with Chinese troops retreating toward Foor Whang near Wija. Fleet movements include Che Foo battleships with Shanghai reporting English fleet mobilizing.
Police arrest a man at Rock Island depot at 2 oclock suspected of being the Whiting murderer. The suspect, named Frank Avsel at the station, gave his name as Freak Holts. He was taken to the police station by Officer Jenkine after surrendering a knife.
Sunscuat reports Chinese troops retook Kinlien Chéng after heavy fighting with Japanese losses around 3,000. Japanese are said to be withdrawing from Port Arthur area while Japanese forces moving toward Monkden Morrison Going Home. New York reports ex president Harrison leaving for Indians to speak at Albany. Women’s suffrage advocates Miss Anthony Standay Miss Susan B Anthony and Hon Joe Waters to speak at Metropolitan Hall Monday evening.
A sprawling damaged text outlines a large parade in Topeka with references to the Order of March, divisions, and numerous street formations. It mentions townships, schools, and groups including Veterans, Ladies' groups, and Populists, with organizers and a late afternoon program on several streets. The piece cites names, places, and events central to the city’s public celebrations and political activity.
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