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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1896
Page
3
Kansis scholar Famong Dyche returns from Alaska with 17 mountain sheep and a large grizzly bear. The expedition highlights are dated and tied to his hunter profile and scholarly pursuits.
Lawrence's account from November recalls a summer Arctic journey by L. J. Deck detailing a bear encounter and a white Rocky Mountain sheep. It traces the trek through the Kenai mountains above timber line, notes extreme terrain and weather, and highlights the hunt’s dangers and the author’s plans for future Arctic exploration.
Jim Orr reports Bryan visits at the Tdacctin home amid a large turnout from the county. Orr says Bryan remains popular, ready for the four-year contest, and awarded a gold bag to mark the moment. Also noted are McClintock's certificate dispute, Kansas City Street Railway liability questions, and local political stir with Robert Johnson's candidacy for postmaster.
Wyandotte school board considers abolishing corporal punishment in public schools after parent complaints and discussions with Superintendent Hates. The move follows indications from the board and broad interest from the community and may lead to formal action in upcoming meetings.
Fragmented notes report bids opened for the Fort Riley meat contract for the half year starting January 1 1887. Several entries mention bidders and amounts amid various local incidents and town reports from Atchison Wellington and Wichita.
G Gage tracked the debris of a ruined bridge pile as Superintendent Gaines narrates the incident. The Topeka bridge, built by the Topeka Bridge Company at an initial cost of 410,000, opened May 1 and was swept away by a freshet on July 27. Citizens had earlier tried to save it from the flood.
A Hamburg telegram reports American apples fetching high prices in Germany despite efforts to deter imports. Prices reached about $2.50 per barrel for quality stock, amid German concerns over fruit disease and protests by importers.
In Topeka this Saturday afternoon and night Fonleht the Hrothers Byrne present the Twelve Tations at the Grand Opera House amid lively talk of their long stage run. Prices vary with time and seats, with a notable discount for the afternoon show.
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