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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1898
Page
5
A large Republican celebration in Topeka featured fireworks, a parade, and speeches led by Governor-elect Stanley. The event honored Kansas voters and praised decency in state government, while stressing unity across parties and a commitment to reform.
In a pledge to improve state care, Stanley asserts the core issue is management, inmate transportation, and appointing competent, humane staff. He emphasizes reform, prudent oversight, and compassionate treatment, signaling a new administration intent.
A speaker criticizes political manipulation in state institutions housing inmates. He urges merit based civil service appointments, insisting positions like superintendents and attendants be filled by qualified men or women, not party loyalists. He favors expert scientific management over patronage to fix scandals and improve public service.
Johnstown Pa Nov 18 Joseph La Frasce a well known citizen dropped dead at work in the Gautier machine shop Cause of death heart trouble his rapid walk alarmed workers along the way of the coming water ash He was born in 1887 in Peonacond Quebec and was a prominent member of the community.
A garbled early 20th century snapshot lists local happenings. Pardons reconvening, doll contests, doll contests attracting attention, and voting days noted alongside school and community events. Mentions of a street mail carrier, athletic association, public offices, and upcoming gatherings populate the noisy page.
Disjointed notes describe a tense scene with public officials and agents amid parade shows and speeches. References to a congressman, county clerks, and a grand opera house event hint at a busy civic agenda with petitions, meetings, and plans for local performances and public notices.
Ex Kansas men in Kansas City form a social club aiming to preserve memories of Kansas and promote Kansas City interests. About 70 ex Kansans in the city, 160 enrolled in the Ex Kansas Social Club started at 009 Walnut Street with Noble L. Prentis elected temporary chairman and Hillard Johnson temporary secretary.
A day’s failures report shows the firm Beidenhers Steel & Co filed for bankruptcy in New York on November 1. Emil Sedenters Joseph Beidenbere and Adwlph Stqilel are listed as the principals. Total liabilities amount to 603.65 with 20222 contingent liabilities. No assets exist beyond a few creditor-held securities.
St Paul November 18 Four constitutional amendments on the recent Minnesota ballot appear carried from official returns though partial. One amendment would extend school franchise to women. others involve a tax tabulation requirement, home protection, and a land commission. Lawrence Youth Insane Kaneas City November 17 T Monahan a young man reportedly wasted by Emmons on Ninth and size streets yesterday afternoon. He was knocked to the ground by one relative, and his condition remains unsettled. LN Kelley Found Not Guilty Great Bend November 1 After a weeklong trial the state of Kansas versus LN Kelley for shooting B F Ruggles at Holmington on September 26, 105% the jury found the defendant not guilty. Bremen November 13 Herr H H Meter founder of the North German Lloyd Company died. aged 68.
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