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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 17, 1896

Page

6

Social Season Notes From Topeka and Vicinities

Recent society items in Topeka and nearby towns list entertaining hosts, guests from Chive and Mexico, weddings in planning, club meetings, and visits by residents. Highlights include Mrs Jonethan Thomas hosting with Bella Pareles, multiple parties at various homes, and forthcoming charity and social events through late autumn.

Jonethan Thomas Hisrison Geiree FL Parmeles Bella Pareles Chive Wits Bliss Sadie Hambretan Durin Ming Dirtheiee Thorian Ete Wand Wikter Mra Evelyn Lewis Ira Fines Moore Herbert Armatron Guilford Dulles MC. Hammutt Ges M. Noble AS Iohussa MO Howworth Mea Hucson Srv & C T Phompson Hh Sweet J. Ep Weathers Hrs Gro M. Griteford Hes Walter P, Noble Stra Smith Mies Crosle Mize Battle Crowbe Mien Uth Smith Mise Menduz Alleg “Entily Tewksbury Mite Thorspaten Sties Nelle Margaret Peter Misa Anne Barthulomew Misa Mande Stavey Meg Paul Huduan Chit Ni Fataipo Donnid Tilly City Mexico Win Mernid Sal Ban Price Paray Club Gelouk Amiae Ea Hte Thrdop Regis Wiser Bibertus Cfernece Isingiers Hudson's Belt Willunsnm E4ich Thacher Lawrence B.S. Black Cix Gunther Helen Chattarooga Teda Heit Tebibwes Arnold Howler James Rowler WY Morkan Wit Mhutontasis Morxan Grice Talbot Atchison MM McCunnel Hammond Lafayette Mine Hammond Suser Mera Toadelile Coty Framit Sims Clits Heald Airs J. Bie Slee Tiesi Dravts King Endith Dlervert Marion Wallin Alow Topeka Coeiet Cerita

Constitutional convention looms in state politics as parties clash

In a heated state legislative battle the issue of calling a constitutional convention dominates. Republicans fear losing ground to populists over liquor and prohibition pledges, while suffragists press for equal rights and a broader rewrite of the constitution. Party leaders warn against rushing the submission while acknowledging needed reforms.

Pernage Partien Iyadert Slapson Popatiets Chairanan Simnwcad Eagh Kaen Voline Breideoths Saidi Supreme Court Counists Trpublican Colorado Wygaming Tinh Idaho

Disavows Woman's Bible Meeting Echoes Debate

At St. Louis May meeting delegates convened the XXX National convention amid a heated Bible discussion. The assembly adopted a report favoring continued study and denounced censure, while reaffirming women’s right to speak on scripture, with Frances E. Willard and Clara C. Borman among officers re elected.

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Judge Parker Dead Amid Condemnations of More Criminals

Judge Parker, famed Arkansas jurist of Fort Smith, died at his home after a long illness. He had battled Wrights disease and heart complications, showing improvements earlier in the week before a sudden relapse.

Fort Smith Ark Parker Tua City

Athletic Conference Invites Colleges to Meeting in Okinago

The board of control of athletics invites colleges to attend a conference at Arbor Michigan on November 21 to discuss election procedures and rules for future competitions. The meeting aims to adopt uniform guidelines and consider best practices for collegiate athletics among invited universities including Illinois, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Notre Dame.

Esters Colleges toMfout Okinago Arbor. Mich Chicago Beach Calleson Invita J. Mimasaks Ulnots Laks Fores Ana Pardos Fine Law of Robes Horse Blank Sas Se Steisis Cove Tarnsas

Policeman Reports Game Attack Near Central and Broadway

Nev. Rankee Cher was assaulted near the alley on Tenth between Central and Broadway. The victim, identified as a man linked to the Central County and Coke company, received three severe blows to the head with a blunt object. The incident occurred around 1:30 AM near the Coates House. No suspects or formal police inquiry details were reported.

Rankee W. Ranespat Coke Ras Central Broadbay Coates House Tite Ues Fhuneman Mr. Muneman Cogres

Blackmailing Lake View Suit In Fishing Club Case

In Lake View county district court Miles Jenele sues over a fishing club issue. The plaintiff alleges coercion and improper conduct involving Miss Faylor and others, claiming damages and a claim to a substantial sum. The case centers on alleged rounds of hunting and Gebieg related actions spanning three years.

Lake View Docetaries County District Jenele Egain Lake View Dutting Pynetahip Cotina Air Genre B Palmer Lake Viewehuls

Fight for Osron Pardon's Hearing Delayed to December

The Osben pardon bid and related appeals were discussed yesterday with Joseph Laws M a Crane and John Hamble present. The hearing on the pardon was postponed to December as evidence and character references were reviewed.

Ohare Hamble Joseph Do. Lows Mie Qube Count Atorm A. E. Crane Jackson County John Hamble Josep G. Wa- Lets Monty Laws Actons Oston

District Judge Resigns in Hutchinson Area

Frank L. Martin of Hutchinson District resigns effective January 4 1887 from the Ninth Judicial District amid health concerns and plans for possible continued legal work. Judge Martin cited poor health and a desire to pursue other legal interests as factors in stepping down with Governor Myrrid reserving the formal commission.

Frank L. Martin Hutchinson Prank T. B Martin Hutchin Son Kansuia Myrrid Jill Yerrer Mercitt Simpoon Jastes Stringer Jaliane Coninlawuner Joden Martin

Plumb and Leedy Sculptor Famed for Lifelike Bust

The article recalls Preston Plumb and John W. Leeds as subjects for a bronze pedestal bust. The sculptor, noted for matching features closely, created a striking likeness of the late senator. Confusion between the two men arose from similar chins and facial features.

Wintess Preston Plumyie Hincedl Tyaty Kansas John W. Leeds Burt Plumbh Pik lUken John Wyyne

Cooney the Fox Returns to Chicago After Years Away

Cronin murder figure Cooney the Fox arrives in Chicago for a public appearance. He visits North Side resorts and refuses to discuss his long journey since his 12 year silence following Dr. C. M. Dodgson’s Lakeview case. Details withheld as he plans to stay near his family and new home.

Chicago Coeney Fox Cronin Bivele Ghicago Couney North Reserta Treanent snti-Cratin Wiah-nateeel Dee Cm- DA Bey Vid Setter Cooney Thieforth Hin Fers Erie Foy

Dueling Regulation Talk Amid Court of Honor Debate

A report reflects discussions on curbing dueling and refining a court of honor process. Officials consider revised regulations to reduce dueling, with commissions to meet soon to study and report on proposed rules. The chancellor notes mercy belongs to the crown and not to Reichstag dictum.

Mercy Reichstag

Homeseekers Excursion On Santa Fe Route Details

Home seekers can take a Santa Fe round trip excursion on select dates November 3 November 1 December 1 and December 15 for one fare plus 200 to Arkansas Arizona Indian Territory Southland New Mexico Oklahoma and Texas. Travel good for return within twenty one days, with Tuesday or Friday departures. Contact passenger depot foot of Huth Street telephone 683 Cromwell and Jer tees at postolite North Tupelrd telephone 364.

Santa Fe Arkansas Arizona Indian Territory Louthland New Mexico Oishoma Texan Auditiowit Eal Huth Street

Harvest Excursion and Rail Rates From Burlington Route

The Burlington route advertises an Harvest Excursion with round trips west and northwest starting November 20. Details list travel to Nebraska Kansas Wyoming Utah with 20 gas limit, specific trains, parlor observation cars, dining service, and creamery seating. Also notes Santa Fe tims card changes effective November 5 and generic travel tips and a tonic advertisement.

Burlington Nebeaska Kansan Wycomings Utah Cornerona Neteuske Missouri Nebraska

Widow Remarries After Father Kills First Husband

Clare Daw Son Scott, widow of Walter Scott, marries Willard McKay in Des Moines Iowa. Scott had eloped with McKay after a strict opposition by her father. Her father later killed Scott in Dawson and received a penitentiary sentence. The widow and McKay plan to move to Canute with Scott’s family.

Ax Town Dew Moines Clare Daw Scott Walter Scott Willard McKay Dawson Willard MeKay Canute Mic Kass

Old lovers marry after life with spouses ends

In Indiana a pair who once parted after a romance rekindle vows following the deaths of their spouses. Graezaret Snyder and Margeril Moore Turrelled longtime estrangement ended by a reunion after letters and a long separation. They plan to wed at Ross Station after meeting in Chicago.

Hstamrend Ind Graezaret Snyder Dnmknth the Dutton Ross Station Dutton Indias Matearet Muirtiel Pame Rayder Mra Buttan Jover Sestera Wide Hieving Wee Rock Island Chicago

Bryan Expected to Attend Missouri Kansas Football Clash

William Jennings Bryan may join the invited guests for the Missouri Kansas football game in Missouri. The report notes Bryan’s known enthusiasm for football and his habit of attending key matches. Other items mention gold payments in Sardinia and upcoming train services via the Burlington route to Sioux City and Omaha.

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Todays Market Report From Early Morning Exchange

Purified by the Associated Press for state sheets the market notes open with corn and wheat futures and a tepid trend. Affected by yesterday's close and floor activity the grains show weakness while fears of lower prices linger as traders weigh supply and demand data across commodities.

Markets Dominate Wheat and Livestock Figures Report

Chicago and Kansas City market notes show wheat futures easing while hog and cattle receipts trend lower. Reports cite weak to lower prices, mixed demand, and ongoing export and milling considerations, with livestock volumes steady to light and oats and corn pricing referenced.

Chicago Yenterday

Market margin note on Chicago May grain trade

An imperfectly legible market notice discusses margin allowances and trading conditions for Chicago May grain purchases. It references margins of 339 bushels and conditional protections if the market declines, urging parties to account for additional margins and trade adjustments under uncertain market conditions.

Tupokx Grain Manhattan Tinton Grill Chicago

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