16 Oct 1896
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1896
Page
1
New York World concedes Virginia to Bryan by about 15 900 votes while Gold Standard Democrats push hard. The piece notes Free Silver advocate Poston and other figures amid a chaotic stream of names and places as the election unfolds nationwide.
Fragmentary OCR text discusses a planned trip with opposition or denial by local officials and a committee. The record mentions Santee, Popul, Horie, and references to a statewide or town action with unclear outcome and dates. The passage is garbled and lacks coherent facts.
A reform driven by Populists aims to remove a state committee member amid internal party strife. The push centers on party charter rules and calls for expulsion of a controversial figure connected to questionable conduct. The discussion highlights factional tensions within the Alabama Populiste ranks.
A New York paper attacks Montana alleging misstatements in Governor Hickanda’s interview. The piece claims Montana should not pay warrants from the state capital fund and criticizes the revenue and bond arrangements tied to pensions, veterans aid, and public works.
Local paper notes the Annual Possum Hunt event as the Possum Hunting Association hosts festivities. A crowd including Arcahid John Miicimin and others will attend in the woods near Terteha, with participants ready for the ghostly, dressy contests and the thrill of the night hunt.
A garbled report recalls Tracy 18 dissatisfied after a boxing bout at Prisco near San Francisco. Fragmentary lines mention Penny Chana and a verdict before a central court, with unclear references to agents and a future decision.
In Holland Michigan a rally drew a large crowd as William Jennings Bryan spoke on silver and mortgage foreclosures. He defended the gold standard while criticizing tariffs, urging voters to consider the economy and farmers’ burdens as he campaigned through the state with a strong reception from supporters.
A speaker denounces a money lender who intimidates American citizens, arguing the lender’s tactics threaten democratic rights and cower honest farmers. The message insists freedom and equality prevail, opposing force over reason in political campaigns.
Washington October reports detail Thomas T. Watson Populist candidate for president wiring Atlanta officials about Butler. Debates focus on whether Watson asked Butler to stay away and on public release of letters as party leaders seek unity.
A Canton excursion for a Santa Fe employee to visit McKinley is prepared with travel by wagon train to Canton Ohio. The plan includes transport by car train to CokceeD and Topeka crews assisting. The trip aims to be free of charge for those selected, with participants supplying their own transportation.
Oct 16 report says campaign events for a war presidential candidate were canceled. In towns across the region crowds formed in support, with many farmers traveling long distances. The candidate failed to appear, leaving attendees disappointed.
Wilmington Delaware October 1. In a sweeping case a receiver was asked for to take control of the Bay State Gas Company of Delaware and related Boston gas interests. The hearing named ex Senator Higstus and J Augus McCagley as receivers candidates with a $30,000,000 capital structure disclosed. The saga notes consolidation of Boston Gas entities and prior absorption of the Brooklyn gas concern, plus extensive funded debt and mortgage details.
In Atlanta, Merchants Bank, among the city's oldest lenders, closed after a run. Depositors faced uncertainty as officials, including Oglesby and Scott, announced efforts to honor checks, while government authorities and local dealers assessed the impact on credit and the wider financial scene.
Wheat growers in Washington Idaho and nearby regions face hopeful prospects as prices rise. Inspectors report steady demand with No 2 wheat at 62 cents a bushel east of Sprague and blue stem in Wallula district fetching up to 75 cents. Shipments began this week including the British ship Liverpool, signaling early export activity amid favorable markets.
William Jennings Bryan plans a multi day Chicago visit starting October 27 with a large reception and silver Democratic marching clubs. He will address crowds at multiple halls including Boulevard hall Germania hall and Polteh School hall while riding in carriages with local leaders. On October 28 he speaks at Battery D and various halls with plans for a mass meeting and later events in stock yards and Nickel area venues. An organized final rally remains undecided.
Rumor travels through musical circles that pianist Paderewski has become insane. Friends deny the tale, but no definitive denial or confirmation could be obtained from Europe. The origin of the report remains unclear.
A Kansas ledger notes mileage claims by Senator Leedy for travel to and from Leroy to Topeka and related routes. The record outlines computed distances, rate per mile, and totals cited by the auditor and secretary of state. It references political figures J. W. Leady and a populist candidate, with dates and official signoffs.
Registration totals show 7,760 with slow turnout ahead of peak. Officials warn many remain unregistered and emphasize the critical window before deadlines. Citizens urged to vote and register this week as delays could bar participation.
Local police report several youths accused in a theft from Mrs Bitter’s yard on Morse and Van Buren streets. Sam Sport, aged one, is charged with stealing a salt of clothes belonging to Mrs Bitter’s brother, 35 Chapman, which had been drying on a line. Accomplice Wil Drake is detained at the city jail. A separate note states Mrs F P M Kidwell lost a pocketbook from Rock Island depot area containing two five-dollar notes and $3.74 in silver.
Impassioned New York rally last night featured Mary Lease praising equal rights and urging citizens to overthrow a corrupt party that blocks liberty. The crowd shouted support as speeches tied emancipation to independence and monetary policy.
The Specker Can't Talk Above a Whisper Dated Cancelled engagements in Cambridge City. Theanes B Heed of Math spoke last night and left his hotel in the city unable to resume engagements. He departs for China at 4 pm today.
A fragmented report describes Rightmire addressing a Cottonwood gathering linked to the Cottonwood Filla Republican committee. The speech targets populism and criticizes opponents while noting a contentious local campaign scene with several unnamed candidates and a stiff countywide contest.
A reconciliation tale ends in arrest as a man who wooed a wealthy Eudora girl, fled to California with her, and left behind a Brooklyn wife, is finally taken into custody near Lake View. The City of Topeka brought news of arrivals and a wrecked steamer off Topeka’s coast. An earthquake shook Mentone at 5 20 in the morning, with property damage but no reported fatalities.
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