01 Oct 1896
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1896
Page
1
A ceremonial scene unfolds as Lorina, described as the carnival queen, is fussed over by courtiers and subjects. The piece paints her dazzling costume, imperial procession, and the public’s eager anticipation for the annual nocturnal visit that crowns the festival.
A long and brilliant High Roller Parade is announced for Topeka with a strict curfew. Citizens face penalties for curses and disorder as the march proceeds through the streets. The procession features bands, floats, and impersonations including royal and theatrical acts, and emphasizes school and temperance themes amid security measures.
The program details a WWI era style parade and campfire at night including the Dragon of Ages pageant, a Battle of Five Forks themed segment, and a World War related march. It notes participants, processions through city streets, speeches by veterans leaders, and a post event fire all to be attended by Comrades and citizens.
Mayor Felows issues a proclamation urging citizens, artists, and visitors to observe proper conduct during Carnival festivities in Topeka. He warns against rudeness and disorderly behavior and promises swift action to maintain peace, inviting all to enjoy the events responsibly on September 20, 1206 at Fopeka.
The State Journal reports on unmentioned floats at yesterday’s parade with Mrs Otto Kuchne’s design praised for its color and symbols. A correction lines the note about a local robbery involving J S Chambers in Burlingame and a stolen wallet from a moving car.
In Topeka a vast veteran parade honors old soldiers marching in uniformed units from five divisions. Crowds lined streets as the Grand Army of the Republic veterans passed, with bands, banners, and cheers for the old fighters and their memories.
Burlington Iowa October 1 During the Iowa semi centennial celebration a reviewing stand collapsed injuring Governor Drake vice president Stevenson and fifty others. County Treasurer Burros Fred L Door city clerk Major Wyman James D Bowen and Ex Governor Sherman were among the hurt. Governor Drake daughter Miss Drake escaped unhurt. Several spectators suffered minor injuries while several minutes passed before rescuers freed those trapped.
Philadelphia October 1 item notes an American Wisafteriaen editorial urging Sewall or Watson to withdraw and allow Chairman Jones to name a universally acceptable candidate for Brien. The piece criticizes Sewall and Watson and proposes a unified choice to prevent Begin’s likely victory.
A disastrous blaze tore through a large block on Chestnut Street between Third and Fourth. It started at the One Prim cigar site and spread rapidly across the row. Two firemen were trapped. one was rescued but the other is believed dead.
Philadelphia October report states Spreckels' sugar refinery shut for an indefinite period due to dull trade. About four hundred workers are laid off by the closing, with other refineries under the same management expected to cut production as well.
A garbled report suggests Philadelphia officials contacted New York authorities about a crank seeking Mrs Cleveland. The message described fear of trouble and a push to detain or restrain him as the city investigates the situation and possible legal action.
Buffalo reports limited rail movement as Montreal dispatches a special. No trains run regularly except Toronto to the city. Talks of a Belgian action near the railways and rumors of sympathy strikes among other railway unions spread across the country.
A jumble of names and incidents notes Kolb's editorial clash with Watson, a New Mexico party figure, and references to editors of the Tribune. Other items mention pickpockets arrested near Camp Miles and a fight involving Dan Ersex, with mention of tickets and an ambulance transport.
The Kansas State Bankers association closed its ninth annual session in the city. Officers elected include President A. D. Jobex Wichita Secretary F. M. Honetrake Topeka Assistant secretary J. M Moore Wichita Treasurer J. W. Thurston Topeka. Vice presidents by districts named and a debated tax resolution referred to the legislation committee.
About 67,000 visitors filled Topeka today with 87,000 figures from railroad agents. Santa Fe carried 16,000, Rock Island 14,000, Union Pacific 100, Missouri Pacific 1,000, plus hundreds arriving on second sections. Special trains from the north and south operated this afternoon and tonight for travelers returning home.
General Miles, commander of the United States Army, narrowly escaped death near San Francisco yesterday when a carriage he rode in collapsed at a steep grade. The rear of the coach split near the axle, the driver was thrown out, and the horses reined in as the vehicle plunged.
A Bryan subpoena story from Clarkshore West Virginia notes the Bryan party leaving Grafton at 3 20 this morning and arriving an hour later with two speeches at hotel balcony and grounds. The subpoena was faxed for a defense witness while reporters followed the train triggering two arrests for pickpockets.
An old soldiers section escort arrives for a political event, the Generals Special reaching at 140 today one hour late and only a small portion of the procession reviewed. The party includes Generals Howard Sitklew Asset and Stewart Major Burst Corporal Tanner Quartermaster Hopkins Sickles and others. They plan to depart early tomorrow with first stop at AS.
General Alger and fellow officers arrive by train at Topeka with Governor Morrill and Republican leaders. A ship of state float, crutch bound generals, and veterans draw cheers as they tour Ninth and Kansas avenues toward the reviewing stand. Corporal Tanner jokes with Chairman Simpson while soldiers crowd the stand to greet the distinguished party before an afternoon campfire speech.
Fragmentary text describes proposed use of stretched ropes on Kansas Avenue from Tenth to Second streets to deter traffic. The aim is to keep streets clear and force teams away, allowing only one vehicle path at rope end, then remove ropes quickly.
Authorities urge banning all vehicles from Kanawa Avenue during the parade. Police halted vehicle flow this morning but expect more difficulties later. Floral parade honors Mrs Sutton and local marshals, while the Golden Rod millinery at 42 Kansas Avenue publicizes new hats.
Fractured dialogue from a Chicago Tribune page shows a comic love scene ending in marriage as two characters stare into each other's eyes. The Detroit Tribune and other clippings reference playful misreadings and a lighthearted romance tone. An advertisement notes Mineral Water and hair products, with claims from vendors W Phillips and G W Stannfield.
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