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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1896
Page
6
Joseph Truilo editor of Wil Tarventi Cuban newspaper in New Fork was wounded in a burglary attempt. A revolver was used and he was rushed to a hospital as investigations proceed.
Fire at the Masonic Home in Wichita causes about 1500 dollars in damage. An inmate injured has been treated by a fireman who helped others escape. Governor Alimeba visits New York and other items appear in a chaotic local notice mix.
In Topeka and vicinity a Kansas City group from the Association of Collegiate Alumnae visited Washburn College and toured local sites. The luncheon and reception honored alumnae and featured talks on the group’s history and objectives. Notable attendees included Mrs. Berrick, Mrs. Moivet, Mrs. Maddocks, and Mrs. Snyder, with numerous Topeka residents hosting and attending social events through the week.
The Chicago market on October 19 saw a record surge in wheat driven by the Dec rise, with prices jumping to near 88 over opening then plunging and rebounding within hours. Cables from Liverpool and European markets influenced the move, while corn and oats traded active but steadier. Provisions also climbed before erasing gains as traders weighed demand, with hogs, cattle, and sheep receipts and bids noted alongside feeder and processor activity.
Receipts at the SHERP Market show steady to stronger cattle with steady to high demand for western Texas shipments and strong to higher market for hogs and sheep. Kansas City and Topeka grain prices mix with wheat firm, corn up, oats weak, hay varied, and a broad market tone noting cautious optimism ahead of next week’s activity.
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