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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 12, 1898

Page

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How He Ran History of Harry Richter Lieutenant Governor

Political gossip traces Harry Richter’s rise from a surprise Kansas lieutenant governor candidate to a potential appointment as private secretary. The piece notes party maneuvering in Seventh District circles, mentions Charis Landis of Osborn Farmer, and discusses state printer ambitions and possible board seats tied to regional political blocks.

Charis Landis Osborn Farner Mente Re Sexentho Wwanta Rafi- Youd Gid Morton Albeukh Che Xame Landis

New Railroad Board Involves Local Republican Figures

A report notes Republican Jim Simpson and P. T. Foley as figures connected to a proposed railroad board in the Seventh and Third districts respectively. The article hints at internal party discussions and committee roles, with Crumbe and Althouse appearing as named participants amid unclear wording.

Futlerwine Repubican Jim Simpson Miether and Pot Simpeon Crumbe

A. Jordan Seeks Topeka Seat After Local Victory

A. Jordan of Lyon Kansas traveled to Topeka after Lyon joined the Republican majority. He has been noted for his successful roles in dipartite matters and arms of the Republican house. Returns showed a Republican victory across Krtsia and he registered upon arrival.

Cutimty Lyin Jordan House of Representatives Krtsia Topeka Jordas Lyon

Dawes and Fitewell Tie for Leavenworth County Seat

The race for representative from the city district in Leavenworth county ended in a tied vote between F.B. Dawes and John Fitewell. The official canvass confirmed the tie, leaving the soldier vote to determine the final result once received.

F.B. Dawes Dawes Maii Dawe John Fitewell Miami Leavenworth County Puprevens Philippines

Stanley Ratification Event Missed By Governor

Governor Stanley cannot attend the ratification in Topeka on Tuesday night as Wichita celebrates the Republican victory. The city plans a large parade with prominent Republicans from across the state, and Stanley will address the crowd from home with a special televised appearance.

Wichita Etet Stanley Yieteryoon Kuness

Notable Kansas Republican Gathering Names Prominent Attendees

A Kansas Republican meeting lists Ex-Senator John J. Ingalls and several other noted figures including Traiph Burton Morton Altmagh Chester L Lung Cyrus Leland and James Simpson among the attendees. The central committee chairs the arrangements and invites editors and newspaper men to attend and participate in the ratification events.

Kambesu Club Stanley Wien John J. Ingalls Traiph Burton Morton Altmagh Hrepublican State Central Committee Chester L. Lung Cyrus Leland Farmer Smith Senator Baker James’ Simpson David Mulvane

Case for Warden Seeks Return to Former Post

George Case of Mankato aims to become warden of the state penitentiary, a role he held years ago under Governor Hurst. The race follows a shift in political control with a strong Populist showing this year, and Case notes his past work in Jewell County as a reason for recognition.

George Case Mankato State Penitentiary Hurst Khtoy Cage Wee Dick Chake Karnes Jewell Case Jewell County

STATE BOARD OF CHARITIES DISPOSAL OF present MEMBERS

The Republicans will gain a majority on the State Board of Charities as Governor Stanley reshapes the board. Frank Shane H G Jumper and W D Street were appointed after adjournment and await senate confirmation. their terms expire at the governor’s pleasure or when successors are named. Dolan of Salina plans to resign as Republicans assume control.

Iate Board of Charities Stanley Bt Stanley Frank Shane H. G. Jumper W. D. Street Senate Ertior Jumper Goorke A. Clark Street WW Lo Brown Mr. Shine Wilcock Oakles PH. Dolan Salina Econ- Aternial C. Wiesler Concordia Tendy Dr. Wetmore Wetmore Wheeler Sen- Kiwani Tia Dolan Plebarty Justiesoen

Supreme Court Clerk Candidate Rumors and Political Moves

The article notes Fr. Qichrave of Cottonwood Falls as a potential Supreme Court clerk candidate amid Republican talks in Kansas. It mentions Judge Pollock of Winfield as a possible appointee for high court or commission roles, with Crosby and Webb McNall also discussed in related vacancies. It also covers a push by A D Riddie for McNair’s price and reflects on political guessing by Barny Sheridan, including speculative state outcomes and party standings.

Supreme Court Qichrave Cottonwood Falls Kansas Bry Cochrane Chase County Tie Majorish Jusice Tubnston W. Ft. Sorth Ter Justice Doster Ms. Cochrane Pollock Winfield Ham Boon Webb AteNall Thin Ptiee Jude Pullock WinBokd Thipl Pullock Reveh Kan

Governor Tred Homeward Vote Counts in Local Township

In LeEoy Cotter's township Governor Tred carried him home by 31 votes. Cotter 126 votes, Stanley Teettved 155. Two years ago Governor Leedy won by a slim margin in Ti. Thig seat to ten but Vitte ahead of this. Starvey and Bush each had 149 votes. Remember Ralph Faxon of Neston, rumored as chair candidate in political circles amid ongoing campaign efforts.

Tred LeEoy Cotter Stanley Teettved Leedy Townehe Starvey Bush

Dividing Populist Councils Touches Civil Service Reform Debate

The state house debates an extra legislative session amid sweeping changes. Populists push removing state institutions from politics and placing offices under civil service rules, while Republicans accuse plans of political manipulation and seek to protect or expand self interest. Key figures including Landis and various senators are cited, with opinions on railroad law banking amendments and charity board investigations shaping the dialogue.

State House Othrs State Board of Charities Pryot Thin Harry Landis Lewe Lewelling Armatrom Faris Aia Webb McNell McNabi Hira Om Goveror Lory Lawrence John W. Treitential Tank Comrmissioner Pars & Railroad Latune AuGster Morris Mets

Extra legislative session debated by Kansas officials

A mix of officials and former lawmakers discuss an extra session to consider railroad law and other measures. Opinions split as some urge swift action while others, including Assistant Auditor Taylor and Ex-Senator John Martin, caution against rushing policy against the public mood. Supporters argue for a constitutional convention and bold reforms.

John Martin Taylor Riddle Kansas

Unborn Deignan greeted by massive Stuart crowd

A Pont Dispatch special reports Unborn Deignan, a man linked to Merrimanc era, arrived in Stuart to a crowd of about 280. Club girls swarmed the depot attempting to kiss him, but he pushed them back noting more men present among officials like Delennan and Governor Shaw. Deignan reportedly fled his home hours earlier.

Rt. Souis Pont-Dispatch Stuart Deignan Merrimanc Delennan Tha Shaw Jowase Delgnan

Tro Tomac Seeks Permit To Work On Stranded Cruiser

The tug Tro tomac from Santiago de Cuba has reached Nassau to obtain permission to work on the stranded cruiser Infanta Maria Teresa off Cat Island. The cruiser lies one mile offshore in two fathoms of water. Natives have destroyed the temporary deck and carried away all movable fittings.

Nassau Trotomac Santiago de Cuba Infanta Maria Teresa Cat Island

Taken to the Hospital in Emporia Yard Injuries

Report from the Santa Fe hospital details injuries after a yard accident. W H Giteon, lineman with Western University, suffered a severely split right leg, thrown from a switch engine. George Hstes, near Lang station, broke both bones in his right leg and bruised his back. Pavia Skinner, near Emporia, severely cut his foot with a tamping pick.

Santa Fe W. H. Giteon Western Univ Emporia Tela Omporia George Hstes Lang Station Pavia Skinner

Weekly Bank Statement Shows Shifts in Reserves and Loans

New York weekly bank statement lists a surplus reserve decline of 44,021,250 and a loans increase of 280. The report notes a 2 legal tenders decrease and deposits rising by 7,912,900 with elimination up 155,104. Banks now hold 15,012,400 above 25 percent reserve requirements as of the date. Weather note indicates rain and east winds with a windy Tuesday.

New York

World Wheat Crops Rally International Estimates Rise

Statistician Hyde reports a worldwide crop review with Russia up 30,000,000 bushels and Germany 8,000,000 more than last year. Hungary Britain and Canada show varied gains and drought or frost affect Australia Argentina and Austria. Overall promising yields with regional droughts and early sowing delays noted across Europe and the southern hemisphere.

Washington Nev The London Times United Kingdom Manitoba Qaturle Canada Australia Victoria South Australia New South Wales Bulletin Desalice Argentina France Bartey Kueslan Agricultural Ministry Winchester Otal Austria Upper Austria Moravia Galicia Silesia Lower Austria Europe Trussia

Grimes' Assistant Thomas T. Kelly Named Deputy Treasurer

Thomas T. Kelly of Pacts was appointed assistant state treasurer by Frank E Grimes treasurer-elect. The selection, agreed upon Thursday, follows Kelly's noted influence in Kansas politics and is expected to be approved by Republican workers. Also: Major General Fitzhugh Lee arrived in Savannah from Richmond and resumed command of the Seventh Corps.

Thomas T. Kelly Pacts Frank E Grimes Kelly Kansas Savannah Fitzhugh Lee Richmond Seventh Corps

Immigration Figures and Reforms Highlight Powderly Report

Washington reports Commission General Ws. Powderly discloses 239,290 immigrants arrived in the United States in the last fiscal year, with 135,775 men and 91,624 women. Debars, disease, crime, and poverty are itemized, and Powderly urges higher head tax, an immigrant directory, and border-entry controls to improve screening and reduce fraud. He notes Canada entries may undercount and proposes designated border ports and on-site examinations for transatlantic arrivals.

Washington Commission Ws. Powderly Ionic Ton Bureau Je Secretary of the Treasury United States Canada Italy Russia Ireland IAW Germany Hungary Galicia Burkowina Austria-Hungary Sweden England Mswuine Appett Soca Tlso Powderly Bureau of Imimm Congress Commissioner General Secretary of the Treasury Dominion

The Queen's Mind on Aristocratic American Matches

London reports the queen moved from Balmoral to Windsor for five weeks then to Osborne. She recently shared views on aristocratic marriages to American girls, saying early fret has faded. She praises American education and independence as well suited to new environments, and rejects the idea that mercenary motives drive such unions.

London Balmoral Windsor Osborne Isle of Wight Eat Fret

Sumner School Meeting With Teachers At Douglas School

All Sumner School students are ordered to meet their teachers at Douglas School on Monday morning November 14 at 9 o'clock. Douglas School lies on the east side of Polk street between Third and Fourth streets. M. Davidson, City Schools, to notify patrons.

Sumner School Douglas School Polk Street Third Fourth Streets

ALL MOONSHINE. Says Spain Has Not Appealed to Russia In

Spain has not appealed to Russia over moonshine concerns, according to officials. No formal request or complaint has been filed, and discussions remain uneventful. Local observers note shifting diplomatic signals between Madrid and Moscow.

Spain Russia

Russian envoy Cassini on relations with Britain and Asia

Washington November 12 Count Cassini the Russian ambassador, back from the coast and mountains, spoke on international questions. He denied strain with Britain and dismissed rumors about Russia seizing Port Arthur or limiting the United States in the Philippines, saying Russia seeks friendly ties with the United States and noting strategic aims surrounding Port Arthur and the Transcontinental railway links through Taiwan and China.

Washington Count Cassini Russia Great Britain China Europe London Port Arthur Mp Briel Count Cansant Net Chwang Brith Britain Rapa Trasein Neu Chwung Ruksis Tailen Wan Tiwan Windivortock Paelite Tonesian Pacific Port Membre Count Castant Philippines Cassar Ruesia Kukela Hugila United States Itueein Uni

Local notices and church services in city listings

The report notes cellar activity at 209 West Tenth Street with wine bottles on display as witnesses of a recent event. It lists St John’s A M church services and revival plans at Walnut Grove and mentions a visit by Washington correspondent Robert Towne and health updates on Jin Mason, plus a death telegram from San Luis de Cebu for Ed Migneyate and family details.

M. Snattingern House Tenth Street Serle St. John’s A. M Wm. Hayking Plewnant Gill St EE Archool Hen. Wm. Hawkins Independence Building Company Robert HE. Towne Washington Chicago Time-herald Towne State Journal Pacific Jin Mason Ington Times-Herald Walnut Grove Harrison Strewit J.E. Cow HW & m

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Harry Richter K. BR. Board Manila Copelann Yung Newapectratan Tau Sun Fuehter Pater Richter NEW Railroad Board May Bo Simpson, Cram PT Foley Parsons AO Jordan A. How F. P. Cochrane Barnty Sheridan Kaniathie Ralph Faxon Neston Privet Hue Teylor Bob Serple Tink Agra L College Agen Twir Ucker Harvey Nou Willems Spelling Ahune J. Herrick Joseph Fritch Iiset P. H. Dolan Teresa Cat Santa ‘Fe Hospital Paola Nv. M. Davidson Buot City Schools
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