14 Oct 1896
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1896
Page
1
A fragmented Chicago Record report describes a non partisan poll of about one tenth of voters. It notes Republican Diaz and Democratic candidates as focal points and hints at shifting support in county primaries.
Barnum and Bailey's Circus paraded past the McKinley home in Canton with dozens of coaches arriving about noon. Major McKinley and family greeted the troupe as farmers and townspeople gathered along the route to view the spectacle. Performers and officials acknowledged the home team and saluted the national colors, while residents and friends watched from the street and sidewalks.
The deed records show Depew purchasing a theater for seventeen thousand dollars. The Rialto venue will reopen under new management with plans to stage the Dope emirates and other acts soon. Local residents anticipate benefits from activity and jobs returning to the area.
Denver Ont reports a court decision affecting the McKinley Feiba emblem petition. Clarks of the petition were noted as filing to verify an official date and award. The article mentions the emblem being tied to the Bevan and Sévwall Populjate and references the official electoral ticket.
Forecast states cloudy conditions persist with a slight rise in temperatures and a fair day ahead. Forecasters indicate tomorrow will be similarly mild with gradual warming and light winds, based on recent weather data.
Daluth Minnesota October 4 The Merino Rational bank was suspended due to inability to meet collection demands. The article notes rapid withdrawal pressure and a bank capital of 4,000 with unclear further details.
Webb McNall reports 12,000 Silver Republicans may vote in Kansas for Bryan Leedy, with figures suggesting uneven district support. He cites party strength, county by county tallies, and estimates on Silver Republican pockets across towns, counties, and state preacherships while forecasting potential GOP losses and Democratic gains.
Fragmented OCR notes claim Debs targets Depew with a claim of a $50,000 bet to mobilize voters for reform against the Beet on party. Mentions of China and Europe, unclear names, and a reference to pay, with garbled phrases about speeches and movements.
A cryptic note describes a Vincent Reading Circle gathering at Sita Methullet church. The text hints at circle members and themes of wisdom, with a reference to a cultural influence and a nod to beginnings of a new national period.
A cryptic weather notice notes Chinags near Woeether with Far Kanten indications and far toniebt aid. It predicts Gen erty winds becoming wurtser tonleht with variable winds and unsettled conditions through the day.
Democratic managers decide to cancel Geneal Bryan's planned trip through Kansas amid pressure from his aides. They deem him safely ahead in the state and plan to use his time elsewhere, while supporters emphasize the campaign effort remains strong and in doubt only in nearby spots.
Debates over fusion in the Populist party intensify as Watson faces a split stance on presidential choices. Committees reportedly back existing conditions while opposing a shift to McKinley, with discussions touching on Iowa Colorado and Kansas electors and warning about alienating voters.
Bryan entered Michigan at nine o clock this morning drawing nearly five thousand and a large turnout from surrounding towns. He addressed the enthusiastic crowd with head uncovered after arriving at the Ironwood depot, reacting to an insult to McKinley. A resident quoted in the article noted a remark prompting a violent incident, culminating in a fatal head injury to Hurtholorme. Authorities placed Minder heavy bonds.
Kansas Baptists meeting at North Topeka Church draft resolutions lamenting state county and city officials failure to enforce prohibitory law. The report urges citizen involvement and endorses stricter enforcement, citing temperance decline, education neglect, and calls churches to educate and mobilize members. Endorsed ministerial association resolution urges full enforcement and vows support for law officers.
In broad daylight at 6 30 am two well dressed men approached a grocery on Eighth Street and Topeka Avenue. One man entered and asked for soupine while the other stood by as if to aid in a theft. Mrs Harvey felt faint from a chloroform odor and rang police. Officers arrived but the two suspects were released after arrest. The victim recalled a tall dark complexioned man wearing a black hat and derby who spoke while the other prepared the chloroform scented powder.
Mr Getty contesting county clerk certification in Wyandotte. seeks mandamus to place Danse on the national ballot. Cy Teland and attorney general oppose. Supreme Court refuses to issue mandamus, shaping the electoral action.
St Louis dispatch reports a warrant issued for D Crawford a St Louis goods merchant charged with intimidation for discharging 12 clerks who announced support for Bryan. Warrant speeded after telegraph notice. Crawford to appear at 5 oclock with bond urged. In other news Washington reports no change in Turkish policy amid scrutiny of naval moves and Bancroft dispatches.
In Brant's Place the Independent Prohibitionists meet to decide whether to nominate a governor candidate or back Vance or others. Possible candidates include Pickering of Olathe and Kepford of Fort Beote with plans for a statewide ticket. Also notices about Santa Fe and Burlington Route railway schedules to Great Bend and St Paul with special trains and sleeper cars.
A Union Pacific fast mail train was stopped near Uintah Utah after bandits rifled the U S Mail. Engineers fled to Uintah and telegraphed details while pursuers closed in. The heist aimed to blow the express car with dynamite and involved two men divided actions around Ogden and Weber Canyon Utah.
Frisco officials discuss running a line from Rolfear Missouri to Kansas City via Osceola and Synthera joining the Kane tia system The gathering adjourned for a week with Judge N C McFarland stating a pastor decision will follow The note also reports forest fires on government land at San Gabriel reserve raising federal aid concerns.
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