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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 09, 1894

Page

8

Wiggling Out of the Bet in Smith County Fallout

A telegram reports J D B McBisen promising to cover bets tied to the Smith County election. Prominent local figures including J. James Mosalian and George Pixley discuss repayment and trust in Republicans as the outcome nears, with factions debating who should pay and how.

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Tweedale Acting City Engineer Appointment in doubt

William Tweeddale serves as city engineer while awaiting council confirmation of the mayoral appointment. At last meeting confirmation was postponed and a Monday session will decide. Most members favor keeping the position vacant for winter salary savings, while the mayor argues engineers must be appointed as council approves plans and estimates. The likely rift between mayor and council over the appointment is expected to continue.

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Goulds Engagement Reignites Actress Betrothal Rumor

The World this morning revives gossip about actress Odette Tyler and Howard Gould II, suggesting the engagement was never broken and that they remain betrothed despite earlier reports. Plus, Nebraska statewide results hint at Holcomb’s fusion lead over Majors by around 260 with five counties yet to report.

Howard Mbis Tyler Odette Tyler Howard Gould II Mins Tylers Mr. Gould Pasion Uuadiiite Nebraske Holcomb

Senator Martin Declares Democracy Is Not Dead

Senator Martin asserts the Democratic spirit remains strong amid pressures and contends the party will rise again. He argues reforms and unity can revive momentum, urging supporters to stay engaged despite setbacks.

Political Upheaval and Populist Banner Displays

A Times-era report quotes Senator John Martin predicting Democratic resurgence in 1896 and cautions Republicans against overconfidence. Populist Chairman John W. Brettenthal unveils a flag at Republican headquarters, signaling party tensions as supporters tout forthcoming statehouse control and celebrate recent victories.

Panic in Manchuria sparks regional war fears

A dispatch from Nevada reports panic spreading in Ninhuang and Manchuria as Japanese actions near Port Arthur raise alarm. Notes say Chinese troops in Corea provoke hysteria, while a London dispatch quotes Japan justifying reforms and claiming no intent to shatter the empire. Local returns from Kentucky show a Republican plurality in the Eleventh District.

Hang How Lexpex Nev Shabgiat Nin @hwang Manchuria Nin Chwang Chang Chi Tong Lutog Chiang Hong Hong Sow. the People Will Resist ! the Pall Mall Geostie Yokohaomia Port Arthur Gschida London Japan Corea China

Gilroy to quit politics in New Year's retirement plan

New York, Nov. 9. Mayor Gilroy will retire from politics January 1 and leave Tammany Hall after his term. He may travel to Europe with his wife for a rest, depending on her doctor’s advice. Uncertainty surrounds Tammany’s upcoming reorganization tied to redistricting and new assembly districts.

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Transit of Mercury Captivates Observers Across Oceans

The transit will occur tomorrow drawing interest from professors government officials and amateurs. Prof J K Rees of Colombia news observers will join Prof T P Biowell and Mrs Davis to measure contacts including first external and last exterior. The event begins about 5:35 minutes past ten and ends around 4:12 PM with United States vantage strong to determine Mercury’s path across the sun. local observers may see whether Mercury progresses across the sun’s disk.

New Fern J. K. Rees Colombia TP. Biowell Davis United States Samuel Charlesworth

Democrats and Populists Discord Over Kansas Vote

The Democratic state central committee reports a split in Kansas as Populists and Republicans influence the outcome. Chairman Wehardson bets Overmyer would win 23,000 votes, while Morrill gains support from anti Democrat factions. The party notes suffrage defeat and cautions against overestimating strength in Kansas.

Hichardson Democratic State Central Committee Documenta Wehardson Overmyer Wichita Morrill Kansas

Populists Celebrate Victory and Split in Chicago

A circular letter from People's Party candidates proclaims a notable election victory at Chicago with 34,000 votes and urges party unity for the spring campaign. It warns against Republican prosperity and condemns Democratic rule, urging engagement and action in the new political era. Reports from Santiago inflation and unrest follow, with rioters under surveillance and troops on alert. In Tennessee, Northam Smith is killed by masked men after an alleged assault, while Benton MeWillia is elected in the Fourth district as the American official results near completion.

Democratic Party Becsane Republicas United States John Martin Jownxat Republican Party Kansts Suifaco People’s Party Chicago People's Party

Howard's Succession Rumors Tie to Cabinet Appointment

Gossip runs in military circles over President Cleveland's vacancy and Major General Howard's retirement. Rumor has it the nomination will be released today alongside brigadier general promotions. Names in the major general race include Ruger and McCook with Rosehaster Forsyth Bliss notable candidates for brigadier slots. Major General Niles is set to command the Department of the East.

Wiliers Ruger McCook W. Rosehaster First Infantry J. W. Forsyth Seventh Cavalry R. Bliss Twenty-Fourth Infantry Niles Department of the Missouri Itéward Department of the East

Election Talk From Corumara Gubernatorial Candidate Pope

Dr Pope, a dependent candidate for governor, declares defiance against fraud and vows to contest the result before the returning board state board and congress. He asserts Governor Tillman will not win a senate seat and mentions J L Irby in a clipped, tense election moment.

Knight to be unseated over frauds cited in remarks

The speaker threatens to reveal fraud participation by J M Knight and claims to supply evidence as United States Senate committees investigate. Mentions Senators Irby and Governor Tillman and alleged instructions from Tillman and Cashman Irby given on a Saturday night. Copenhagen harbor port opening cancelled due to the czar's death. druggist BR Holmes listed in Kansas Avenue.

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Rear Jug Crusade Reported by Mins Ide

Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a rear jug crusade undertakun by Mins Ide with unclear details. The readable fragments mention a campaign effort and involved individuals, but no concrete dates locations or outcomes are established in the text.

Mins Ide

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