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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 17, 1896

Page

2

No Place To Go Democrats In Office Face Split

A fractured political column discusses Democratic turmoil over loyalty to Silver and Bryan. It warns of consequences if Democrats bolt or stay allied, citing Cleveland and national figures. The piece argues the party risks collapse and suggests divisions could reshape the national scene.

John R Feneth Bryan Sey Aline Maria Bacidts Sitver Mem Louk New York Bartel Wart Ereledy Peemendttun Strinteen Cleveland Tiftler Hillers M& Mit

Watsons Telegram Reveals Presidential Campaign Strategy

A Chicago telegram transcript discusses Mr. Watson and his association with the Populist party, detailing plans for candidate support and electoral tactics. The message references Washburn, political committees, and a proposed agreement to back the presidential candidate with the most electors outside the state.

People's Party Rantiiae Washington Benanne Jones Washiurn Mr. Weatein Steinberger Kaneme Watson Lecaune UK Tate Popullet Tretet Sryan Sewall

Denver Irrigation Scheme Anchors 19th Century Ditch Work

A detailed report describes Homer Pensovk a party arriving in Denver in mid November to oversee a large ditch construction project. Workers extend a canal from the river, building a gravel bed and water-tower scaffolding while facing harsh winter and freezing risks. The company plans extended work, with daily progress around 19 feet, despite ice and unreliable channels, anticipating costs and potential future improvements. Industry figures cite labor efforts, material use, and anticipated completion near the river, with winter conditions impacting pace and safety. The project’s scale includes a pipe network, aqueducts, and a sizable crew, aiming to supply water to the district through a long, reinforced ditch system.

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New York Ad Sparks Crowd For Well Dressed Young Women

A New York advertisement for well dressed young women drew a crowd and prompted commentary on eligibility and prostitution concerns. Officials investigated the matter amid whispers of a matchmaking scheme with a capital city hotel as a focal point.

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West Virginia backing protective tariff debate in era trade talk

A reader summary notes assertions that free trade harms farmers and laborers, praising Senator Elkins and McKinley. The discussion centers on tariff policy favoring Western growers, Pennsylvania and Texas producers, with calls that protection supports property and national prosperity amid broader economic contention.

Cruttenapetla Oct Members for revival debate

Citizens debate revival measures as council wrestles with funding and legality. Officials discuss authority and proper process while residents seek clarity on who proposed actions and what powers exist to withdraw or approve the plan.

Cruttenapetla Ity Cruitnll Dave Worten

De Witt's Little Early Riser Mentioned In Court Transcript

Fragmentary court notes reference De Witt's Little Early Risers and a judge named Hazen Gora Hunting. The garbled text mentions Ralph Gaw, Bubion Kerantiona, and a remark about pills causing eriping and wetness. No clear events or outcomes are established in the legible portions.

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Excess of Exports and Market Reports From New York

A long summary of trade data from New York on October exports, including rising merchant exports and September figures. Notes on imports, copper, gold shipments, and overseas demand. Highlights shifting commodity movements, steel and iron products, breadstuffs, and agricultural projections. Mentions global markets, India, California, Russia, and Western receipts with various price points and freight details.

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Secret Turkish departure order and insurance murder tale

Dispatch from Washington reports the United States seeking to evacuate native Armenian women and children with Turkish permission. The case involves a man named A Binnell and a $39,000 life insurance plot to wreck a journey for gain. Hamburg reports attendance at church cornerston ceremonies with ex-empress Syeierick present.

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Bryan Delivers Many Speeches Amid Michigan Tour

Wm J Bryan spoke at two meetings in Lanting and near Mussesen and addressed crowds in Lansing, Albion, Jackson and other towns. He attacked corporate influence and urged voters against the Republican ticket while praising reform measures and appealing to women at one meeting.

Lanting Mich Michigan Wm. J. Bryan Mussesen Lansing Bres Creetings Star Theater Capliel Merry- An Gaetz Capitol Square Bryng Wi Milwaukee Bia Downey Homse Bryan Hina Meir Republican Party Mir Stewart Nevada Lansing Dat Diecorur Lachot Brian Spoko Spe Brinton Lorst Maries Ryan Akiephy Nile Epiecky Harpera Weps Albert Wiltems Fon Fonte McKinler Dackeen

Topeka School Physical Education Schedule Fragment

Fragmentary OCR text outlines Topeka School physical education schedule with references to classes periods and special exercises. Names of instructors and exact times are unclear but indicate organized activities and daily hours.

PINGREE WILL NOT VOTE IN DETROIT ELECTION REPORT

Detroit dispatch reports Hon. of the fast tires progress shows three of four required to indicate totals. Republicans seek support while Musor Minerals withdrawal affects city records. A key figure left town early to avoid missing action day duties.

Detroit Tegiater

Raided Chicago pool room draws women patrons

Police raided a Clark Street pool hall keeping the Ricardo Nott establishment under scrutiny. Seventeen women and two men were arrested and held at Harriat Street station while warrants targeted the keeper Ralph Die and others.

Chicago Anoother Ricardo Nott Clark Street Harrigat Street Staal Ralph Die Charles Roby Baerird Ricard Hotel

Alaska quartz mining eyed by survey party on Yukon trip

San Francisco observers from the United States Geological Survey report Alaska quartz mining prospects after summer fieldwork. They journeyed from the Yukon mouth to Fort St Michael in the Aleutian frontier area, noting promising quartz lodes and potential for a Mother Lode like boom. They expect numerous mines to open in the coming years as exploration continues.

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Fire damages winery and wine stock in Wednesday blaze

A winery near Cat. not ike orbits winery suffered a two story-to-third story fire that destroyed part of the building and about one hundred fifty thousand gallons of new wine. Firefighters pumped water to the blaze, with flames leaping to the roof as crews fought the fire for hours.

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Dr Pierce’s Favorite Prescription Promoted for Female Ailments

An advertisement extols Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription as a universal remedy for feminine illnesses. It claims cures for delicate organs, weak nerves, and various female conditions through a natural internal treatment. The text touts the physician as uniquely educated and offers free book copies and a cloth-bound edition for purchase.

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Statue for Mac Medal Presented in New York

A tribute event in New York honors Major McKinley with a Gold Standard Emblem presented at a ceremony. The article notes involvement from prominent citizens and plans for a public display, with details on organizers and the expected sequence of speakers and actions.

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Passed the hour law by typographical union officers

The International Typographical Union elected officers and debated new measures as their convention proceeded. Key figures from Torani Ont and Uyganae were named to secretary and vice president roles, with voting and procedural details recorded amid calls for broader support and continued advocacy for workers’ rights.

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Trains in Service Between Chaen Tatete and Lake Si

Fragmentary report notes trains in service between Chaen Tatete Cleland Buffalh Meee Werk Rowen and a Teithate pobre near Lake Si. Mentions McKean Suthers Kelloe and Wihet fine from Cmlowsy Por with no stated schedule or outcomes.

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Santa Fe Route The Home Rent HOMEBERREIHS EXOCAFONS To Arkansas

Segment reads as a damaged travel notice with fragmented names and prices. It mentions routes to Arkansas and Texas, September, and a currency value per pound for a trip, along with references to steam laundry and other scattered terms. The readable portion lacks coherent events or clear entities beyond places and a fare detail.

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