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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 27, 1895

Page

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Politics of It In the Selection of Mr Ripley for President

The piece outlines a power struggle within the Santa Fe organization, naming Mr. Kipley as the president candidate and detailing shifting leadership roles. It notes George St Peckly moving influence, Mr Walker becoming board chair, and rumors of Edward Wilder as second vice president amid ongoing receivership and governance turmoil.

KP. Kipler Senta Fe Santa Pa Milwaukee Airbwauked EP. Hipley Sante Pe Santa Fe The Fpipley Sante Fe George St Peck Hupley Bar Risa Abr Lobia Ecu Dhet End Sr Aldaca FL Walker Webb Lottereste Edward Wilder Me AA. Robinson Genees

Rev G D Uluen Church Row Hushed by Peace Claim

The Reverend G D Uluen writes to this paper denying a church row and stating peace between himself and former leaders. He recalls debts from two years ago, crediting the Holy Spirit and parishioners for stabilizing finances and keeping the church on First Street free of debt.

Aguiuet G. Biiden Mr. Oldenssye Myeself Peopie

The Fooky Mobomach Trial Atop Unio County?

A rambling chronicle recalls a tangled case in which Possecaion and a route purchase led to a wagon sale dispute. Miller defends the actions as a tone fide arrangement while indicting misdealings and a desperate drive toward Topeka.

Otgeschichte Iowa Legislation Blocked by Broadside Sabotage

Nov 27 reports reveal proposed prohibitory amendment cannot be acted on by future lawmakers due to legal defects and missed publication requirements. Secretary McFarland cited key omissions and three months publication clause issues. Meanwhile a Christian Endeavor convention report from Hotel Brunswick notes receipts of 22,782 with 1,000 in goods, and a remaining balance of 496 as of year’s end. General Harrison travels from here to New York then Cleveland en route to Indianapolis.

McFarland Hotel Brunswick Francis P. Clark John Willits Baer

Rumors Swirl Over Hepley Sheriff Appointment

Gossip centers on who will be named under-sheriff and deputy as candidates from the Republican and Populist factions circulate. Names include James Mivchyil, John Jones, Frank Leach, Bert Lucas, Larry Shooban, and others, with supporters pressing Sheriff Kepley to announce a decision amid public chatter and street scrutiny.

Frank Elitsoa Eberlif Tom Wilkersum Ellison James Mivchyil Fallor John Jones Frank Leach Soma Sey Bert Lucas Larry Shooban Suina Shrove Salate John Hifeble Kepley Aml Jane Jogos Saya

iS AMERICA COWARDLY Aimed by Officials Letter from 1895

A forwarded letter to Washington today with a petition requests federal action to secure the release of Joby J. Waller, a former resident arrested and allegedly convicted by military authorities on the island of Madagascar. The missive argues Americanism and calls for Congress to examine the case, noting broad support and urging consultation with state and executive authorities.

Kan Hoos Marien Joby J. Waller Oor Sare Madscercar Kansas Utedium Pro Umninkey Congress Cuagrena Taowis A. Onnonn Jans Tromruany Jun Guranis J. G. Woun Alm. Troatas Ote L. Atdantox

Stop Rioting Tewflk Pasha Pledges Passage of Dardanelles

Tewflk Pasha declared that the Dardanelles would be opened and allow passage as security forces prepared to curb unrest. The statement followed clashes in coastal towns amid mounting tensions and diplomatic maneuvers.

Burning of American Mission, Kharput Riots Reported

Descriptions from Nov 26 27 report rioting in Constantinople and Marash with Turkish officials promising extra guardships for foreign nationals. American mission buildings at Tcharpae burned, property valued around 100000 dollars. Mrs Gates gave premature birth during alarm. Indemnity demanded, Marash rumors of fresh troubles, Zeitoun and Lule news sparse.

Constantisorne Sofia Bulgaris Towfik Pashs Pug Phillio Currie Parte Great Britain Ruseis Italy Angtria Constantiople Nis Tcharpae Indy Gates Mc Terrell Terrell Wation Maruah Zeitoud Queis Port Marash Zeitoun Lule

No Theater Hangers Clash Over County Clerk Tickets

Charley McCabe ends ties with Theater Manager Crawford and vows to post in the county clerk windows. A bill dispute follows as tickets for the camp show arrive late and the emporium bleeds back, while McCabe denies misuse and sternly warns against cheap shows. The situation leaves no show bills in the clerk's windows as the band plays on.

Charley McCabe Crawford Leon Charley Thas Cherley

Governor Lewelling Declines Omaha Trans-Mississippi Visit

The dispatch says Governor Lewelling will attend the trans-Mississippi congress in Omaha but a reporter finds him at home with his sleeves rolled in butter. He explains he cannot afford the time or expense. George L. Douglass, appointed to attend, says the trip would cost about twenty dollars and is more than he can donate for the purpose.

Lewalling Dougines Conlio Ge. Wicarra Omaha Lewelling Hrasselves Gevo Ag George L. Douglass

Defense Begins Today in Hamble Murder Trial

Twenty witnesses have been examined as the defense opens its case in the Holwe area murder trial. Judge Burton's opening statements were noted as not strengthening the prosecution's position since last spring. No court tomorrow, and a jury verdict likely not before next Monday amid ongoing attorney wrangling over evidence admissibility.

Debes Lawrensee Kan Clinton Gabon Charles Hamble Holwe Jose Ate Defenen JR Burton

Storm damages oil fields and towns across multiple states

Reports from Carcaco dated November 27 describe a Tuesday night cyclone causing extensive damage to oil derricks and buildings. In Findlay and Lima Ohio hundreds of derricks toppled. Cleveland and Covington areas suffered unroofed houses and demolished structures. Totals include up to 70,000 dollars in Athens, 21,000 at Lita, 100,000 in Hartford City Indians, 75,000 in Elmwood, and 10,000 for Standard Oil losses at Bowling Green Kentucky. Fort Wayne roofs also failed.

Carcaco Chicago Cleveland Covington Ohio Indiana Illcois Michigan Findlay Lima Athensand Lita Ohicail Hartford City Bowling Green Kentucky Fort Wayne Ind

Stolen Autographs Tarnish National Papers in Washington

A wholesale probe of the executive department reveals autograph thefts have damaged valuable papers in the interior and land offices. Signatures of many great men, including presidents, are missing or mutilated, with Abraham Lincoln’s autograph especially sought after and papers left practically valueless.

Valuatta Wasnmorox Executive Department Treasury Interior Department United States Land Office Abraham Lincoln

Disappointed Wichita crowd wary of Sinbad price rise

Wichita Beacon reports discontent after the Sinbad performance at Crawford Grand, with tickets at $1.50 and expectations of a refined show unmet. Audiences felt the company degraded the humor, calling it vulgar and comparing it unfavorably to the original company.

Wichita Beacon Avery Mitch Crawford Grand Upera

Cathedral Bells to Toll Eleven at Kansas City Cathedral

The Kansas City cathedral will receive eleven chimes from the McShane bell foundry of Baltimore for its clock and chime system. They will be the largest and finest in the west, to be blessed at the morning service next Sunday. Donors are Mrs Thomas Corrigan and family, dedicating the bells to the memory of the late Mr Thomas Corrigan, brother of ex-Police Commissioner Bernard Corrigan and pioneer Kansas City contractor.

Kanes City Kaneas City Kansas City MecShens Bell Foundry Baltimore Qurbur Thomas Corrigan Sod Thomas Corrigan Pollos Bernard Corrigan Kanzas

Insurgents Reinforce Cubas Forces In Spain 10000 Men Embark

Heavy Span ish reinforcements totaling about 10 000 men are said to head for Cuba according to official dispatches from Spain. The same source notes the insurgent leader General Ruifo warns of arming and admonition as the fighting continues.

Asalat Queline Capa Spain Ruiof

Inquiries Rise Over Kansas City Mutual Home Association

The secretary of state reports many inquiries about the stability of the American Mutual Home Association of Kansas City Missouri operating across Kansas. It admits members over sixteen and unmarried, granting $2500 to married members to build homes. Peter McGeoch, capitalists, reportedly shot himself at his National Avenue home. Mrs McGeoch plans divorce on grounds of incompatibility of temper.

Association Secretary of State American Mutual Home Association Kagens City Kansas Ins3 Peter WeGereb Amitwacaes Peter McGeoch National Avenue Mra McGeoch Sait

Cleveland’s Intimate Confirms No Third Term Desire

E C Benedict, a trusted friend of President Cleveland, claims Cleveland would refuse a third-term nomination under any circumstances. Benedict quotes Cleveland saying he plans a world tour after his second term and has chosen a companion for the journey, denying any urge to seek further incumbency.

New Yong E. C. Benedict Cleveland Benedict

Stone pardoned after 18 years in Clark County

In Fuaxxsonr Kentucky on November 27 Governor Brown granted a full pardon to Berry Stone of Clark County. Stone had been convicted at the November term 1877 for felonious cutting and sentenced to one year in the penitentiary. He waited at home for 18 years with no arrest prior. A petition from many citizens supported clemency.

Fuaxxsonr, Ky Brown Berry Stone Clark County Gaverne Harry Stone Clark Ienit Wader Freeman

Manitoba Sees Push for Catholic School Restoration

A Winnipeg report notes calls for restoring Catholic school rights in Manitoba as Parliament plans a remedial order. The piece suggests Dominion opposition and a potential push for Crown colony status, with Premier Greenway and allies preparing to resist Ottawa’s policy shift.

Winatpug Man Saye Canada Goder Manitobs Dominion Autlerlick Winnipeg Dominion Ottawa Pramiar Greenway

William May Arbitrates Venezuelan Controversy

Emperor Wil Jiawa of Germany is named as a possible arbitrator in the Venezuela dispute if Lord Callisbury's reply to Ambassador Bayard supports arbitration. The United States is seen as likely to provide an arbitrator, given sympathy for Venezuela and Germany’s strong interests and investment, including railroads.

Germany Wasmixarox Wil Jiawa Ha5 Jinos Couniry

Bear Goes to Atlanta to Lead Electrical Display

Bear from Kokomo, Indiana, has joined Atlanta Expo preparations to head the electrical exhibit for the company. He has abandoned plans for organizing a compensation program in his hometown and will oversee display operations.

Sim Bear T Meticatt Elsctrical Company Kokomo Ind Atlanta

Hayward Didn't Confess Conflicting Reports

Minngaronis Nov 7. It was reported last eight that Harry Heyward had made confession. A detective claims to hold details not revealed at trial and plans to publish a book. Murphy and Others Suspended. Puttabetrata Nov 3. Chairman Gideon says cyclists Cabaune Titus and Murphy suspended for life for alleged crook racing in class B at St. Louis on Aug 17. Stop Work on Siegel Coopers. Now Yous Nov 27. Fort y house maids walked off Siegel Cooper building to outside tunnels and Prince street Broadway tied up.

Cotas Scotland Sidney KR Ejils BoVicker's Theatre Wesgent Hayward Murphy Puttabetrata Gideon The LAW Maid Thay Cabaune, Titus Sonore St. Louis Racing Board Siegel, Coopers Siegel, Cooper & Co Siegel, Cooper& Co Prince Street Broadway

Martin and Mould Open Law Firm in Topeka

A Topeka law firm launches as Senator Jon Martin retires from politics to practice law with ML L Mould. The new Martin and Mould firm occupies rooms at 715 Kai Avenue, signaling a permanent presence.

Fudge Jobe Marlin Topeka Kansas United States Jon Martin Kandes Shertic Joan Martin Martio Greed, Ware & Greed Martin & Mould Kai Avenue Maumer

Seven Thousand Miles That News Traveled From New York to Chicago

News from New York traveled 7,000 miles to Chicago via Canada and the western rail network, with telegraph links to Needles and southern California. In New York weather storms caused trolley wire damage, costing the city up to $500,000 to bury wires, while Mundey’s damage and the telephone company losses added over $100,000. Judge William Kelly was appointed general solicitor of the Pacific Railway. Also noted: a cable-train axle broke in Cambria County injuring eleven miners.

New York Chicago Chaco Montreal Canadian Pacific Winnipeg Vancouver San Francisco California Albuquerque Kansas City St Louis Denver Buffalo St. Louis Rocky Mountain John PF. Barrett Mundey

Local notices and court actions in Tuesday edition

Larry Forster, youngest son of Mr and Mrs Forster, dies at No uS Madison street with funeral to be announced. Leonard Mowers, a farmer near Silver Lake, sued for $5 and costs. Two colored boys, Smith and Wheeler, held over for district court in robbery case after preliminary inquest before Justice Guy. Shiloh chapel services tomorrow feature Rev. J Richardson of Kansas City with address by Rev. W J Grant and others. Prof F Sawyera, Governor Troutman, and Dr Vernella to speak. evening musical program planned. Santa Fe line offers seven-trail trip Topeka to Kansas City on Nov 26, $2 round trip.

Larry Ales P. Forster Madison Street Leonard Mowers Silver Lake Guy's Court W. J. Neeley Topeka Chippie” Smith Will Wheeler Jacob Leyi District Court Guy Shiloh Abraham Lincoln Vernella

Big Lloyds Monopolize Insurance Through New Trust

New York, Nov. 27. Managers of twenty four Lloyds underwrite about 150,000,000 in risk and hold vast assets. They formed a preliminary union to merge identities, aiming to create uniform Lloyds rates and erase outside Lloyds, challenging stock insurers and potentially reducing premiums by 15 to 20 percent.

New York Lloyds Spearance Clnge Wares Knickerbocker Lioyds Copital Lioyds Brewers and Malstera Syrasusm Mutual Fire Insurance London Lloyds Liga Bu Lloyds New Yorkoad Lloyds Companina Tari Asencialiso Lieyda Ao Cates Stork

Sleigh Ride Accident Injures Two Women in Fassas City

In Fassas City on a November evening two women Mrs McDonald and Mrs Dean, riding in a sleigh hit by a runaway horse near James Street and Intersecting Avenue. Despite a violent throw and injuries, both escaped fatal harm. Local authorities and witnesses describe the crash and the unbridled horse causing the mishap.

Fassas City Kum Puile McDonald de. MeDanald Woodland Avenue Eacees City Ald Carl James Street

Edgar Ran Away and Other Local News Items

Ed Gar ran away from Topeka on election day. Imley reports Mickey found, while a telegram from Oklahoma City says the boy is with relatives. Local bread war in Leavenworth offers forty loaves for $7 amid wartime price adjustments. A report from Port Guiner de Mirada covers a brief engagement with limited details. Washington County man pardoned after serving thirty days for selling liquor.

Imley Mickey Edgar Ro Imlayeen Glahame Topeka John & Inley Senta Fu Wilkerson Sherif J. J. Doles Oklahoma Ciy Doles Stelking Eben Bulova Talon Dmley

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