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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1896
Page
3
Report describes industrial operations at the Alten County Smelter with many workers and power details. Fire safety practices, machinery, and production processes are outlined alongside mentions of furnace activity and gas usage. The piece notes shifts, daily rhythms, and potential labor considerations within a historic industrial setting.
Fragmented account describes Adesiona Farner nearly killing Gia Wife and Hemscott Fuinwattin Soy. Motorists and bystanders at the scene near Tarvat and Guthie report a wreck that left multiple injuries and prompted warnings of dangerous driving conditions.
A fragmentary OCR story centers on a farmer and a borrowed mortgage claim. Confused phrases reference CAPENLE and Merrie, with unclear details about a test and a toppert, suggesting a disputed financial matter and investigations by local authorities.
Aledger reports a heated city contest as the treasurer candidates spar over a controversial carnival bill. Examiners note a special session set for Saturday to address the issue, with officials urging swift action to settle the matter before the next council meeting.
A county printing dispute centers on Justice Printer's influence over county notices. The issue affects publication timing, clerk duties, and the legality of notices of tax or public actions, with local attorneys and the county's political players watching closely as the situation unfolds.
A strained petition appears to urge Leavenworth citizens to fund a special tax to cover last year’s costs. Officials report resistance and legal steps, with authorities citing the need for a clear resolution and proper process before any levy proceeds.
Fragmentary report shows Roy Evans seeking a seat in the local town council with a reward offered for information. Mentions Emporia Kat and Pibiesgee tents in VA and a Virginia senate-related past event.
Governor James H. Leedy plans relocation to Lawrence to pursue educational benefits for his family. The move follows attention to Lawrence public schools and state ties, with his wife and two daughters expected to gain access to education at local institutions.
In Norton Nevada two runaway girls drive 300 miles in an open buggy to wed. A tense chase follows with several names, locations, and fleeting encounters noted, including a meeting with W. H. Rollison and a near-fatal fire at a Beattie Eagle location. The narrative shifts through confusion, theater of road travel, jewelry theft, and a cross-country series of misadventures. The piece lists multiple individuals, places, and dates, creating a mosaic of late events and scattered notes.
The report centers on George Wheelock and Joe Alimas, heavy bettors in a sprawling circulation of wagers. It notes significant sums tied to races and bookmakers, with reference to city and local figures. The chaotic OCR reveals names like Wheelock, Alimas, and creditors amidst a broad arc of betting activity.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a will or probate matter involving Nannie Dy teld and Mar iems Med aid Approvred ue, with estate values around 225.900 and 000. Mentions property including a note for SDM geen rf Henry tu Janes 2nd and references to merchants and Marshall Pieid & Co. Saui wand.
Fragmentary OCR notes report the death of photographer Sarony with unclear surrounding details. The readable text mentions Sarony and references to portraits and an artist, though much of the source is garbled.
Lawrence University—late in the pen nant race—delivered a brilliant upset against Nebraska, with both teams trading drives and standout plays. Kansas athletes, including Captain Mamill and Whitey, showcased strong running and kicking, while Nebraska struggled with turnovers and blocked punts.
A vivid portrait of Chesapeake Bay oyster dredging life and the crew. The piece follows a rough, weathered captain and his crew as they prepare before dawn, haul the dredge through icy bay waters, and battle cold, spray, and gear to harvest from oyster beds. It highlights the dangers and routines of early morning work, the dredge machinery, and the hard conditions faced by those who supply the nation’s oysters.
Kansas City Nov 91 AR Eitore leads as riders review equine champion Uno Veers. Riley holds Kansas City cup amid field tests with heavy loads and varied powder charges. The event notes unusual shooting conditions and equipment remarks influencing results.
Lawrency and Topeka High tied 4 to 4 in a rugged football clash Saturday. Play started at 2 o clock with Topeka gaining early momentum and the wind favoring Topeka in the first half. Lawrence defense held as Topeka scored a late touchdown, and Axtell produced solid gains for Lawrence before Topeka tied the score.
A vivid account describes oyster dredging, handling, and sorting aboard a working vessel. It covers the heavy labor, gear operation, and daily routines from pulling to hauling, with notes on oyster varieties and regional beds. The piece also touches on oyster trade centers and the diverse opinions of connoisseurs.
A new clerk of the court to succeed Mr. Brown is discussed amid party pressure and civil service concerns. The piece notes potential appointees Frank C. Johnson and Judge Georges W. Clark, with Clark possibly securing the post if he runs, and mentions salary changes and forthcoming election dynamics surrounding the appointment.
The president addressed a case involving Deramiier and others in California linked to a 33 unit mine plot. Loe Anges county sentence set at eight months imprisonment for alleged treasonous acts. The court notes the men faced unlawful defiance of national order and substantial danger to public safety, with later adjustments to punishment aligning with legal standards.
Disjointed lines report Nebraska playing in Kansas City and reference a university event tied to November actions. Mentions investment firm president Arneted Boston and Genmet Globe Trventawat in a confusing, fragile note with a monetary figure of 220.00 and a treasury official facing a lengthy sentence in an unclear context.
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