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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1896
Page
1
Tim Logate discusses portraits of Kaneca worthies in a critique that questions value and meaning. The piece blends satire with cultural commentary, referencing local figures and debates about legacy and authenticity in a covert, period-voice style.
An OCR damaged clipping recounts a Springfield Missouri crowd pressing Olvering Crowds to speak with disorderly cheering and unclear dialogue. Names and places blur while references to Philadelphia and a November date appear amid garbled text.
Fragmented readable lines describe casualties and ruined buildings at a fort, with mentions of Major A B and Browne. The text references bombardment, the second floor, and hospital rooms, noting temperatures and partisan divisions across counties and towns in the aftermath.
Washington rumor says James Hanus is favored for the Treasury and Henry C Payne for Postmaster General. The report cites unnamed sources and notes cabinet reshuffle talk tied to dates and unnamed allies in the administration.
Fragmentary text shows discussion of a candidate for the legislature and possible appointments. Mentions Governors and commissions, with many garbled phrases and missing context making precise facts hard to determine. No clear dates, institutions, or outcomes are discernible in readable portions.
Report notes a planned bout involving Corbett and Fitz in New York with strict terms about deposits and eligibility, including referee provisions and venue conditions. The fragment hints at date details and entry rules for participants and officials.
Fragmented OCR notes describe Iowa legislature activity and local figures. Mentions Annie Digge, Getinaet tite, and Vhs piate. unclear events. Indicates political contention and public opinion at Ely Sutton, Shop ik, and Stok Fler with vague references to party dynamics and voting considerations.
Fragmentary text portrays a board of directors of an unspecified state or society in turmoil. It references meetings, individuals, and tense exchanges, with unclear names and roles, suggesting a chaotic session and partial quotes amid masked details.
The article references Attorney General Dawes amid political tensions and ongoing legal discussions. It mentions Daues and related figures in a chaotic note, with unclear events and several names appearing as part of a broader public affair.
A heated Heaton Herald letter essay contends New England sentiment shifts against Kansas, labeling Kansans as untrustworthy Americans while comparing them to French and Arab groups. It laments anti slavery and political strife, critiques New England influence, and questions Kansas’ political alignment and loyalty to the Union.
Fragmented text discusses a commune, mural tone, and debate on a project. Mentions Goud meties and karbulenve Cal at pies, with hints of travel restrictions and potential changes. No clear names, dates, places, or concrete outcomes are readable.
A garbled historical OCR passage cites votes and county names, mentioning Lyon county and expressions of political dissatisfaction. It references debates over taxes, governance, and election outcomes, but the text is largely incoherent, with many missing phrases and misread terms.
Wemorpie and allies urge a mass meeting to discuss the proposed erchim ery preface and the Wichita plan. No agreement exists between the Ohio mining representatives and the Commercial Club. no progress toward a settlement.
Fragmented text reports on legal proceedings involving Judge Harton and Justice Department figures in a Santa Fe conspiracy matter. It notes transfer from district court to the United States circuit court, possible dismissal and procedural actions, with references to other officials and a deputy marshal acquitted. The fragment mentions a connection to a murder accusation and lingering legal maneuvering.
Former United States senator Jann Taglie spoke in Denver on a lecture tour moving through Cheyenne and Hastings and planned stops at Laramie Pueblo and Trimmet in November. He urged a focus on “Problems of our Second Century” while commenting on Populist strength in Kansas and prospects for future Senate successors.
The speaker blasts Republicans and Democrats for shifting sides and argues the two parties have realigned. He claims the Republican party aims to protect American industries and that the old political order has ended, with major figures like Major McKinney cited in support.
In Maho on November 17 a near five thousand vote lead suggests a pro suffrage result, but officials question if the amendment truly passed after a disputed rule from two years ago. A probate and county school superintendent measure faced a similar tally dispute, complicating counts of ballots cast for or against the question.
D H Heflebower, newly elected treasurer, plans to move to Topeka in late December, securing his bond and arranging staff. He expects no trouble obtaining bond security and will appoint a few assistants after the canvass. He will likely relocate after the election and attend the official canvass with the new term starting.
The St Louis meeting of the state federation of labor advocates a constitutional amendment to tax by property value. President J Reiter proposes a general assembly measure to levy taxes proportionate to property value, with counties or divisions setting the base and addressing franchises and special privileges.
A fragmentary notice indicates Leedy will have an office in the Metropolitan Building near Fourth and Kansas, with December 3 as a referenced arrival. It notes a prior tenant and that preparatory work will involve setting up the admiralty related business.
The latest candidate for commissioner of elections is Les Somes who is a Democrat and a personal friend of the governor elect. The office has been a target for ambition and better candidates should keep an eye on Jones. Missouri Congressman Elect Dies G hk lm an in St. Louis on November 17.
The Topeka Pure Food show aims to engage all Kansas grocers wholesalers and Eastern manufacturers with upstairs and downstairs space at Hamilton Meek building. Plans include booths lectures demonstrations and decorative lighting to present a full exposition style event inviting merchants to support and attend as dates are finalized.
The afternoon session considered bids to lay wide walks around the capitol square and entrances. Gallien Rooting Co bid asphalt at 26 cents per square yard. Cook Cement blocks 5 cents per square foot. Shor Bulchers Supply and Material Co for cement lining. Bids from EF A. Clark and Fellows & Vi were reviewed. no contract awarded at press time.
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