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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 18, 1894

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SAFE FROM THE MOB Ohio prisoner moves to penitentiary

Washington Court House erupts as Jasper Dolby a Black man identified as a killer is led to the penitentiary at seven in the morning escorted by sheriff and troops. Reports say three people die and several injured in clashes with militia after a fatal shooting spree. Governor McKinley vows to enforce law as reinforcements arrive and citizens debate the handling of the case.

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Georgia in the Tolls as Dems Face Losses in Key Districts

The Georgia congressional race nears conclusion with at least three Democratic nominees set to lose in a climate of discontent. Incumbent How S Ce Bleek in the Fourth faces Carey Thornton. Watson in the Seventh district may win. Black leads Augusta in the earlier vote. Moonshine Ninth and anti-Democratic sentiment loom. Populist Newton Twitty stirs the stump as tight contests unfold.

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Corbett Threat and News Memo From Hermilios Dispatch

Special to the Dispatch reports Corbett sending a telegram to New York editors after challenging Fitzsimmons. The note mentions Mead Creamery editor and a Cedar Rapids paper amid political and oil inspector ties. Maple Hill services and burial at Topeka are noted with a courtlike obituary snippet.

Sr. Love Bort Dispatch Hermilios Corbett Chaney Jon Corbett New York Wliet Fitzsimmons Piiesimmons Janet J. Compete Iowa Mead Creamw

Far From Concord Tammany Turned Down All the Ol Congressmen

In a pointed political note, the Tammany faction rejected every incumbent congressman, signaling a broad push for change away from Concord and its traditional reps. The move suggests a shift in local power dynamics and broader reform momentum.

Tammany

Hill Faces Split as Tammany Factions Arm for Mayor

New York voters face factional strife as Tammany and the state democracy clash over nominations. Croker backs George McClellan while Boss Hill resists tying his name to the state ticket. Straus presses for exclusive mayoral backing, risking a split with Tammany.

New Yoas Congressional Campaign Committee Faulkner West Virginia New York Tammany Nte Bource Cochran Tammmiay Grace State Democracy Cochrin Warner Tammans Washington Hills Nathan Straua Major Licket Hill Strong Straus Sir. Straus

Santa Fe loan in London still unpaid 1 year later

A New York dispatch notes the Santa Fe company loaned about a year ago in London secured by 85,000,000 B bonds. Only 25 percent of the loan has been paid, with the remainder outstanding due to poor earnings and underfunded property. The Atchison still owes over 1,500,000 in London, secured by 3,000,000 B bonds, with collateral deemed insufficient. Also mentions Morton coachman case, immigration counsel, and a Rio Janeiro warship repair report, plus a local store exhibit of engravings on October 19 at 723 Range Ave.

Santa Fe London Santa Fe Company New York Wuc Atchison Merten Lown Savean France Brenés Axnes Rio Janeiro Brazil Aguidaban Rio Grande de Norte Trumbulls Art Store Bertin

Populist Poll Predicts Scott Victory in Fourth District

District wide survey by Populist leaders led by A M Harvey forecasts Scott winning all counties except Marion and Shawnee. Marion favors Curtis by under 100, Shawnee Curtis +2000, and Shawnee foresees Curtis at about 1000 ahead. Republican hopes center on Curtis gains in Shawnee and Marion margins.

Fourth District A. M. Harvey Marion County Curtis Sage County Tsue Harvey Charley Curtis Shaw- Hee Elliott Republican Central Committee Charley Curtin Scott Curtin Seney Marvey J. M. Simpson Mijor Morrill

Walking to Tallahassee Men Race to Arrive On Foot

Samuel E F Jenne and Leon Tinker of Wayland traverse from Rochester to Tallahassee on a wager begun in Cooper. They must avoid trains and watches, reach Tallahassee two days early, not stay in hotels, and secure signatures from a local reporter or preacher in each town they pass while journeying in October.

Samuel Jennne Leon Tinker Wayland Pease Pittaburg Rochester Tallahassee Mla Coubee Urs

Arraign Sugar Men Havemeier and Searles

Havemeier and Join E. Searles president of the American Kekners company will be arraigned today before the district supreme court on indictments charging they refused to answer questions before the sugar investigating committee. Bail is set at 3004 and all lung forms are to be dispensed with as ordered by District Attorney Hierney.

Havenever Searies Wasuiseros Henry 0. Haveme E. Searles Secteur American Kegners Company Cole District Supreme Court Senate Sugar Investigating Committee Hierney Nathaniel Wilson Haavemeyer and Searles

Pullman Palace Car stock held by George M Pullman

In Chicago a Pullman Palace Car Company annual meeting indicated George M Pullman and allies will retain control for another year amid rumors of shareholder opposition. The annual report noted the negative impact of a recent strike, but full details await publication after adjournment.

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Bomb Threat at Irish Meeting In New York

A man with a bomb causes panic at a Trish National Federation reception for Hal ward Blake in New York. Police recover a gelatine coated tube filled with white liquid and a half-burned fuse. officer Lillie prevents injury as the crowd evacuates.

New York Trish National Federation Halward Blake Leanex Lyceum Mr. Blake Prosesniam Arch J. M. Thompson Jett Ote Gueh Lame Sincka Lillie Joseph S Marrington

Emperor William Addresses New German Army Battalions

Oct 18 ceremony for the 152 flags destined for newly organized infantry battalions took place before Frederick the Great statue. Emperor William spoke to officers praising German army achievements and urged unwavering loyalty and obedience to the war lord against external and internal enemies.

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Great Battle Near Yalu Reported Amid War Dispatch

An Oct 14 Port Arthur dispatch says Japanese abandoned Thursign Haven and moved to Ping Yang inlet fortifications. A large clash north of the Yalu is claimed to have occurred Monday Oct 15 with details awaiting confirmation. Chinese authorities say no knowledge of a battle. Also fire destroys the Barthold residence at Queen Sremos on Oct 18, with three family members escaping but two daughters perishing.

Yalu Port Arthur Tuveday Thursign Haven Ping Yang Yalu River Arom Sremos Herman Barthold Barthold

Court hears testimony in violent county murder case

Journal report cites remarks about a "terrible affair" as witnesses describe a cold blooded murder. Police and court officials emphasize the suspect’s prominence and the community shock, with neighbors noting the victim’s wealth and standing.

Had Many Millions Manford Killed Mincell

Fragmentary 19th century report notes Had many millions in estate of Manford killed Mincell. Mentions silver mines of Colorado and a Hulliron company stock valued about 8.5 million dollars. Also references Confederate Orange Works plant burned, cannons and wagons used in Civil War. Sixteen Whitecaps arrested in Exoxviae Torn for belay incident.

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Wheat and grain market fluctuates amid brisk trade report

Chicago market notes mixed wheat gains on lighter selling amid optimistic cues while corn steadies on outside buying. Provisions slip with January prices lower, and hogs and cattle show active trade. receipts around 15,000 to 19,000 head, with steady to firmer indications in several classes.

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