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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 28, 1896

Page

2

President Cleveland to buy home in Princeton

Princeton, N J Nov 8 President Cleveland bought a residence on Bayard Avenue Princeton New Jersey after three weeks of negotiations. The purchase closes soon and he will move to Princeton after his term ends. No official statement of plan has been issued beyond confirming the sale and relocation.

Bayard Avenue Princeton, New Jersey Princeton N. J Cleveland Petiteion Bret Andrew West Drut Cleveland Bastellay

Mystery Death Sparks Hunt After Corpse Found

Tibor 19, hunting trip ends in discovery of a corpse. Witnesses recall a purse and about $600 missing after the victim vanished earlier. Investigator Gepenter traced the scene, while Yowell admitted paying a sum to someone but did not return.

Tibor Paca Musee Sines Ayer Gepenter Yowell Hie

Night of Wrecks on Santa Fe Southern Division

A night of wrecks on the Santa Fe Southern division left multiple trains damaged between evening and morning. Four wrecks occurred near Anat gistidon and Milan as engines collided and cars derailed, with crews clearing tracks and no injuries reported.

Santa Fe Gistidon Wie Milan Bilo Piatt Was Ilott Harper

Chief Irwin Dead After Poisoning at Pihad Dineine

Chief Trewin of Kansas City Nevada died late last night from poisoning at a local dining scene. The 63 year old served in the Union Army's Seventh and Fourteenth Cavalry regiments, attaining the rank of lieutenant.

Bkanses Nev T. B. Trewin Wien Union Army Enitetfee

Reinhart's Trial Opens for Santa Fe Railway Ex-President

The trial of Jon Ae Reinheart, former president of the Santa Fe Railway, proceeds with indictments and allegations involving manipulation of rates and rebates tied to the Hammond Packing Company and others. The case, dated January 4 and November 22, centers on alleged fraud and commerce violations.

Osse Santa Fe Bet Chieng Jon Ae Reimaart Siti Fe Iballey Allo Lette Dudge Hamimond. Ind Nelonarrie Fe Co

MW Rogers for Judge Appointed by President Cleveland

The article notes President Cleveland appointing MW Rogers to succeed Judge Parker Washkington in the western district of Arkansas. It mentions Senator Voorhees and reports on Washkington’s health, with the governor planning travel to Washington and other scattered notices from Terre Haute to Key West about related political and legal events.

Cleveland Parker Washkington Pres Dent Joni F. Rexere Sestea Arkadkes

Dr. Flami’s Solio Cure for teething baby relief

An ad claims Dr. Flami's Solio Cure provides immediate relief to teething babies by calming wind, easing discomfort, and helping them sleep. The text urges parents to buy from a drugstore and mentions Dr. Hand's Teeth Loven as a possible product.

Flami Hand

Baldwin engine reveals turbine-like frame in new electric locomotive

A fragmentary OCR description details a Baldwin Works built electric locomotive claimed to reach 200 miles per hour. It describes an ordinary baggage car style frame with a half scroll steel plate, two ted frames, and front riding features. The piece speculates on hidden mechanisms and unprecedented speed, noting the appearance as a shift from conventional practice.

Baldwin Works Baldwin Lyon Foultee Works Phiiedatsonta

Drumocthy Heather Spray to Tan Maclarso in Providence

A local event in Providence features Drumocthy Heather spraying to tan Maclarso at a Len ture. Fire Ray and John Wareor, Dan Maclaren lead a gathering with two fine Noneegac Infiestrs Haltyeater Hay afternoon. The ceremony includes a large ribbon decorated Heather and attendance by city figures.

Maclarso Providence John Wareor Dan Maclaren Watton

Prison Discipline Trialed by Greek Letter Candidates

In Columbus Ohio the prison warden presided over a punishment rite described as the ducking stool. Greek fraternal groups with school ties allegedly demonstrated disciplinary devices including a ducking chair and paddling machine. The article notes investigators examined every detail of the ritual within the prison walls.

Columbus O. Ney Comin Ibe Echoul Jviler Auirr Kacate

Miners Wage Cuts At Anaconda Mine Spark Job Reductions

The Anaconda Mining Company at Butte cuts wages for idle workers, with reports of pay reductions affecting men across departments. Union officials warn of broader labor strain as the company announces a new schedule and a pending decrease effective next month amid strained mining conditions.

Wants More Troops for Department of Texas

The article calls for an extra cavalry troop for the Department of Texas and Washington in November. It stresses a need for more military strength to protect routes and aid local defense. It notes discussions by officials and the potential impact on regional security and transportation.

Department of Texas Washington Nile Rome Ddutes

Tan Maclaren's Book Attacked in Local Meeting

A reading at Tan Maclaren's venue drew sharp critique from the Presbyterian minister J. A. Titel of Soh Waused. The discussion centered on the tract's arguments and the reviewer noted its controversial portrayal of urban life.

Tan Maclaren Torveta Nov Thie J. AW Soh Dane Raeoue Ieee Neipedoaithal A. Arutay

Market Trends Show Weak Demand Across Commodities

A chaotic OCR page reports scarce demand for goods in New York and across markets. It notes declines in wheat and staple prices, with limited buyer interest and a sluggish revival outlook for manufacturing and trade.

Hearty grasp harms rival at Walnut Street meeting

Major Bani McEifresh suffers permanent injury after a fracas at a Walnut Street gathering. George Betibed, a Republican reader, and others recall the moment as the crowd debates politics and a hand grasp turns violent. The incident follows a prior exchange on Kentucky and Indian matters, leaving McEifresh unable to recover.

Finnert Lawrencehurs. Ltd Bani McEifresh

York Nev Alderman Proposes Voting Ordinance

A fragmentary notice from York Nevada references the board of aldermen, a proposed ordinance, and enforcement concerns. It mentions clear restrictions on a parade riding and a view toward branding a transportation route, with expected publication by the city clerk. The text is garbled but implies action on a local regulation and its impact on residents and public order.

A York Nev. W

Aged Preacher Chooses Woods Over Infirmary

An elderly preacher declines admission to a infirmary traveling into the woods to endure hardship rather than seek institutional aid. The tale notes his long life and continued desire to preach outdoors as he faces aging.

A.D. Sinkwr

Revival of Shakespeare Play Shines in New York Theater

Rehearsal notes highlight a revived Shakespeare production featuring ensemble cast with notable newcomers. Lead performances include Rehnie Hurstind and Jean eaeion Lin, while veteran actors Hoorin Clarke and George J. Wohenan headline as Orlando. The season emphasizes vocal versatility and stage presence across multiple roles.

Mr Daly Gampeng New York Nev c Ada Helian Song Wall Mer Dub Eikelvex Rehnie

Battery About Ready Fort Montes Virginia

Fort Montes Virginia prepares a new mortar battery about a mile from the fort. Construction of a mortar pit complex by engineers is nearing completion with delivery of nine or ten tanks to follow from a coastal works. The battery should be ready for business before year’s end.

Fort Montes Durpa Fort Merort Immousa Eerarleth Hitesttsert Wwe Slocerios AM Dhar Soreien Engner Barnes Perrale

Holland Estates Crastenamar Stele Letter Sparks State Dept Inquiry

In Holland Indiana on November 2 a constituent asked about a letter from Secretary Giney and a state department matter. The dispatch notes efforts to recover funds and authentic documents, with attorneys employed to pursue the issue and confirm department involvement. A separate Iowa item reports a cigar retailer planning to challenge new laws with a legal pack of cigarette papers and possible prosecution, while Mineral Water ad copy touts a regional brand.

Olney Tolla Marisa Ind Holland Elowle Giney

Prisoner in Siberia and other vivid wartime sketches

A composite report recounts John Filis Olen’s escape from a Siberian prison by stowing away in a Japanese fishing vessel and drifting via Hakodate Yokohama Port Bald Gibraltar to Newport Rhode Island, detailing his hardships, travels, and pursuit of indemnity from authorities. Also notes Ohio electric chair trial and political shifts, plus assorted notices and ads.

San Francisco John Filis Olen Amer Pilener Huss Eni Viedlivonteck Nile Saghallen Chek Yokohama Port Bald Gibraltan Newport St Louis Inet Polot Wevke Dia Canale Tie Tdi

Chicago Women Organize Athletic Club for Women

Chicago women push the formation of a women’s athletic club modeled on the Chicago Athletic Club. About 300 society leaders back a plan to offer gymnasia, social space, and cultural activities with 500 membership cap. Applications to be screened by committees and a physical director will oversee fitness and medical testing.

Chicago Chicteo Wortta Chicago Athh Highe Meiberd Penn Onantas Susie Coerett Extensee Society Dra Chivegn Athletic Club Mra Cocroft Eoedse Warlore Tarkiah Haiedrensis Parlota Mbinhire Uray Jmsiium

Official Kentucky Vote Returns Inconclusive For McKinsey

A scrambled report from Kentucky details the state’s electoral vote counts, names officials, and the counting board meeting at noon to certify results. It notes Democratic and Republican tallies, mentions McKinsey and Bryan, and references the electoral college process and state officers.

McKinsey Bryan J. Prankfort Nova Enbiican Tie Sian Fe Stak Bryan Itehate Welding Hayes Tee Siectoras “College Mth Nokia Inter Kotick Fur Ality Suiin Siate Arabcidied Mhate Republica

Topeka Fire Alarmery District Addresses and Streets

Fragmented OCR lists street names and cross streets around Topeka with references to alarmery sites, avenues, streets, and wards. It mentions Morse and Jackson, Harrison Street, Me Gee Avenue, Seventh Street, Madison Street, and various cross streets, with an odd note about a laundry plant and cheap food.

M Morse Jackson Taxloe Simeta Z Lauter Harrison Strest Uni Te Meg Ean Bartet Topis Ko Morison Rancus Vice Sebaurth Ape Halitay Riehthold Madison Suredty Paightuth Sde Gndrox Jefferian Clay Street Berp Atciud Wind Minty Kinet Cenawwe Mi Kourthena Pert de Mies Wiry Bone Tape Lever Srentmik “Esettils Iets Kucud Croue Usd Uobanan Ieee Aep Third Street Viney Cranesteeet Mia Euurihe Sirecia Hiei Gethet Susie

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