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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1895
Page
3
Armed strikers prepare for possible riot as miners watch from the sidelines. Tensions rise amid labor unrest with clubs visible among the gathered crowd. Local authorities monitor the scene for potential clashes at the mining site.
In Leavenworth and surrounding counties tension erupts as Home Riverside miners block access to south mines and guards confront workers. Dozens of miners from Leavenworth depart for Toluca, fears of violence persist with deputies patrolling sites and officials preparing for further action.
The British novelist hall Caine argued for complete liberty of drama and poetry in a speech that defended freedom against accusations of immorality. He warned against the dangers of moral censorship and the use of force to silence art.
Fragmented report shows William Newman, farmer of Goodiacht Raw, transported to Denver then returned with a few dollars. he reportedly had only a little wheat in his pockets during pangs of hunger. Also, Charles Lease and Mery E Lease face arrest for alleged pharmacy fee violations. Tewashly Treasurer’s case notes embezzlement by a retiring treasurer in Uiwezo township, with a $1500 shortage. Missouri Valley Receiver W. Guy files a long-held litigation report.
Ex Senator Palmere residence on Woolward avenue destroyed by tragedy. valuables, paintings, and 'hick cannot be replaced' wrecked. Insurance about $25,000. Also reports of rain in New Mexico and weather updates across Kansas. Goutar-Moria trial details and local notices on reading circle, framing shop popularity, and Beggs' Lisle Giant Pills advertisements.
Society will attend Saturday football at Athletic Park with several parties forming plans. Hester of K A Hart is noted as a Kansas fullback injured in Saturday's game. The Cooper memorial and State University matchups are discussed, with expectations of strong coaching and competitive play.
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An independent football squad formed last night will begin practice immediately under Frank Gugle. They hope to schedule a Thanksgiving Day game with a Kansas college. A number of listed players include Scotty Bein, W Lauck, Clar Evans, Obes Watkins, Chas Rice, Moody, T Hurriace, Barnes, Fox, Trainer, Corry, Kicg, Stevens, and others. The item also notes a boxing match between Heddy Purtell and Jack Hall failing to attract a crowd, with potential impacts on future bouts and a racing board announcement naming Kansas professionals for upcoming events.
North Topeka resident Joby B. Smith travels to Denver to seek Father Francis Schlatter’s claimed cures. Smith reports one consultation, returns with blessed handkerchiefs for his mother-in-law’s niece, whose heart condition prompts family to try the relics. Residents express doubt but plan to test the purported healing.
Charles Curtin, who traveled to Washington last week, has been interviewed by Washington reporters and claims that Dr. H. D. Pisher of Topeka will be elected chaplain of the next congress. Bec Russell of Mississippi is named as a candidate for sergeant at arms on the same side backing Dr. Pisher.
Miss Kate Thompaus Thompson, connected to Christ Hospital, was arrested on complaint of nurse Ads Harwood for taking undergarments missing from the hospital. A warrant led to recovery. She posted a $50 bond, claiming she borrowed and returned the clothing.
A thief looted bread tickets from Vesper the baker, about 200 tickets found in a box in Veule block. A youth bought 100 tickets from a police suspect, with two arrests expected. Also in New York foreign mission drive at Presbyterian churches and a federal rail line sale confirming Morgan system reorganization for 20 million dollars.
Weather and heavy receipts at Northwestra point push wheat opens weak. December wheat closes near yesterdays close with light trading. Corn follows same pattern. Hog market rises on lower receipts and strong packer demand. Pork opens at 9.10, advances to 9.13. Livestock receipts rise with cattle and calves mixed, market active firm. Official yesterday totals show receipts and shipments across regions with ongoing demand.
A dense market summary covering receipts and shipments across meats and grains. Reports note steady tails in Texas steers and hogs, mixed beef values, fluctuating No 2 color grades, andTimely figures on wheat futures, corn, oats, and oats demand in Chicago, Kansas City, Minneapolis, and New York with prices, cargoes, and seasonal trends.
New York November 12 Pauline Pays Waltney wed Almetto Paget at St Thomas church with President Cleveland and high society in attendance. Edouard de Reszke and Mme Nordica performed parts of the ceremony and a lavish reception followed at the Whitney home. The couple plan a married life after a Westbury country sojourn before heading to Chicago.
A petition filed in the Office of Probate asks for authority to sell a property described as Pantin street and adjacent parcels. The document notes the date November 12 and a hearing time at 3 o'clock, with parties including M. FuxcH Ess and Torass, Kansas.
The Topeka Daily State Journal records its sworn statement of circulation for the first half of 1895 showing a six month total. The document details the paper’s reach during the period, reflecting distribution figures and compliance with reporting requirements.
The Starz Journal asserts it has the greatest six month period in its history and higher average daily circulation than the Topeka Daily Capital for 1894. It cites figures from the American Newspaper Directory and sworn statements, claiming the Capital underwhelms locally while Starz Journal provides first and latest Associated Press news to Topeka and Shawnee County readers.
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