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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1896
Page
2
A speech by McCormick of Chicago and an opposing agrarian stance dominate a Springfield gathering. The talk centers on the silver question, domestic industry, and the future of American manufacturing, with calls to protect farmers and uphold national credit.
An early motor vehicle, built for Jute Higginson, appeared in Kunin City yesterday afternoon. It included a gasoline engine beneath a wooden chassis and tires, with wheels and bearings described as novel for the era. The contraption reportedly ran smoothly on paved streets, though some safety concerns and potential explosions were noted as passengers tested the device.
A Denver silver mine owner, J. drageman, reports to Mr. Brown as committee chair that after careful consideration the hangers should follow the Democratic ticket, fearing alignment with the Republican camp may benefit opposing interests and company ties.
The item cites figures and names tied to a discussion of silver standards, mineral water claims, and literature references. It mentions Colonel Bob Tyersal and McKinney, a work titled Great American something, and a critique of certain labor debates. Other fragments advertise hair dye and ladies waists, with a Rogers-era address in Leander.
The general grievance committees of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and the Brotherhood of Locomotive Muirs men meet in the city to review reinstate cases, elections, and committee actions. Delegates discuss securing engineers and firemen, with talks on reinstatements, funding, and future duties. Meetings occur at Sixth and Quincy with engineers and firemen preparing for a tense agenda.
A report from Jyne S Newell, secretary of the Pineapple Gold Company, describes an average Derby at Pineapple and Bryerross. The ore vein and Pineapple mine are retorted, with operations expected to cost 34,000 dollars for the week. The wines 35.29 and Dottie row appear in the financial notes, detailing inventory and value.
The piece describes a parlor scene with a young man questioned about Major McKinley and sound money, while others discuss suffrage and party dynamics. It then shifts to a campaign toast and later promotes a newly issued book of photo engravings highlighting southern Missouri views and home-seeker attractions with a sample title and publisher details.
Fragmented OCR reveals a political letter by Major McKinsey and others on silver coinage and free coinage policy. It notes Sen Teller and references to Henry M. Teller, General Pinney, and Weymouth politics, with discussion of the Democratic platform. The message claims support for free and unlimited coinage and critiques opposing positions.
Helen Gould leads a French conversation circle in New York, hosting Homes of ita members at Doube Ferry with teacher Mrs Gould, wife of a noted French protestor. The class meets in a refined setting where only the Galile tongue is spoken, and has run since spring with several intimate reunions at Ardley.
El Paso October 2 Chairman Engieder of a London company arrived to open permanent offices here for a major irrigation project on the Rio Grande valley below. The enterprise aims to carry vast capital and create extensive water works with directors arriving from London within ten days to convene a meeting by November.
A chaotic infestation described as a plague of bugs inundates Chicago on October 2. The creatures, up to one and a half inches long and oval, fall in showers across streets and sidewalks, causing pedestrians to slip and vehicles to swerve as they cover the ground. The eerie event disrupts daily life and arouses wide concern. The note also mentions railway excursion tips and agricultural opportunities offering travel to harvest centers.
A large Wheeling West Virginia crowd heard William Jennings Bryan argue against corporate spending to sway votes. He linked money power to manipulation and urged free coinage, contrasting Democratic and Republican lines while praising reformers and denouncing special interests in a heated platform speech.
Parkersburg, W Va October speech excerpts show Bryan contrasting McKinley with Populist and Democrat themes. He attacks the gold standard and calls for increased circulating money while recounting past votes and political stances.
Readers learn of a grand luxury train named Seabird Aid White Merritats Spadas set to serve popular resort areas. The carriages include sleeping compartments, observation, smoking rooms, a bar, and a dining suite with separate toilet facilities. The train promises high comfort and amenities along its voyage between noted locales.
Santa Fe adds a round trip fare of 1.59 with a return option on the same train. The schedule notes departure Friday and a new day on Friday or Saturday from Santa Fe depot. Train times and service are listed for October 6 with tickets available at the depot. STATS JOURNAL subscription urged.
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