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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1896
Page
5
A Topeka feature portrays the city’s response to the Wichita humorist Vir Murdock and the new administration. The piece imagines Beining to tame the tyrant, detailing political theater, leadership shifts, and public sentiment shaping the state’s direction under a feared executive.
Reports describe a collapse causing panic as passengers and onlookers search the wreck for missing individuals. Several strings of talk indicate fear that victims are trapped beneath debris while rescue teams work to locate and aid those affected.
A distorted account describes a public event at the Grand Opera House with Bre Cooke and others, mentioning ominous demonstrations and a questioned parchment. The piece references England and an illicit exhibit, noting a divinely sanctioned protection and a mysterious House of Sew Investigations.
Fragmentary report mentions acres of smilax, a path to a yearly visit, and a list of names including Mr S. Bartenach and Secretary Francis. The text is garbled, with scattered phrases about protection, coverage, and a goal related to Horner and regional places.
The piece reports on the executive concern of five Western railroad orders and the Brotherhoods as they travel to Chicago to influence proposed regulations at the next session. It notes arbitration and wage rate issues, seeks legislative flexibility, and mentions meetings with leaders from the Brotherhoods to shape federal rail regulation affecting workers and railroads.
A decision by Judge Webb stems from a Kansas case about rail freight rates and alleged discrimination. The ruling questions whether the Interstate Commerce Commission findings justify rate reductions and whether the plaintiff’s attorney actions affected the case. The Kansas state matter involves potential savings for shippers and regulatory implications, with the Santa Fe and Missouri Pacific lines noted.
An unreadable OCR passage references Rochester and a city inquiry or trial. It mentions various names and places in a garbled form, with scattered terms like investigation, presence of committees, and religious or societal notes. The fragment lacks coherent facts suitable for a full summary.
Fragmented OCR narrative describes a trial with references to Red, Lara, witnesses, and a ring exchange. Court terms appear in a disorderly fashion with mentions of a defendant, testifying witnesses, and a harsh judgment context. The text is garbled but indicates a legal confrontation and punishment discussion.
In Summit County Ohio a judge ruled that a car company must make good the store’s money losses. The decision, noted in the court records, involves a dispute over funds tied to a laundry and related goods.
The case before Judge along with attorney Wo Ke Atvhigon involves Cork Allen and mother Mrs Ell. Allen in a contested marriage matter with Cora Huet Alles and Louis T. Alton. An observer testifies about the proceedings while the couple faces questions about consent and the legality of the union. The proceedings reference admission and denial of various claims with the court set to decide.
Local notes detail Columbia University's proposed seven story underground building to be connected by passageways. Descriptions mention mezzanine floors, a basement level with a pool and bathing area, and a first floor with laboratories. The plan includes stairwells, elevators, and service corridors. Subscribers are urged to read the State Journal for full details.
The Foster Humane Society held its first meeting after organization, electing 19 directors representing five wards. Quinton presided. directors include A J Arnold ward leaders, Mrs O S Sutton third ward, and W Howe fourth ward. The board plans a first full meeting next Saturday at Foster's rooms.
State Board of Agriculture member F. Coburn arranged for an address by A. Howden of Sewgeman county at the annual meeting. Howden is noted as a leading sheep raiser with decades in the business. Governor Furnas of Nebraska was expected to attend and speak.
A crowded hall audience enjoyed an afternoon of entertainment with clowns like Hert and Carruthers and performers such as Mivis Mudie and John Burhenan. The event included dancing sessions from 1 30 to 2 00 with numerous acts, including Bob Wiser and Gussie Lauper, and was advertised by local business figures promoting festive dining options at the Cremette.
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