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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 22, 1895

Page

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Falling Scaffold Sends Men Crashing In Opera House

A scaffold collapsed during interior work at Craw font opera house, sending a worker named Parr 30 feet to the parquet floor and injuring several men including Van Vieck and a boy. Parry Vue, Dr. Grubbs, and surrounding crew responded as the injured were rushed to nearby care. the cause cited was weight transfer and a slipping support as the upper gallery railing gave way.

Buldie van Vivek Ami Wyatt Ceva van Vieck de Batley Byes Bailey Buckimawer Gratie Parry Biskeine Seceson Mr Parr Hawthorpe Stenet Auhurndale Matees

No Prize Fight Supposed In Anytown County

Private Seventsry Bristow acting for Governor Myeriil ordered sheriffs of Atchison and Low venworth to disperse any planned prize fight. William Smith and Alva Lyles were named to lead a se althy challenge at Oakville where, despite efforts, no opponent appeared and no contest occurred.

Seventsry Bristow Myeriil Atchison Lowvenworth Ceeills William Smith Knavenworth Alva Lyles Kansas City Oakille

Island land dispute over Kanes River island

Esmer Papa files in district court to restrain Frank Level from entering and damaging a Kanes River island. The land parcel lies on the riverbank opposite Anger Mill and Esmer seeks protection from further cutting trees and trespass. Washburn’s apple cider price noted as 15 cents per gallon.

Kanes Esmer Papa Frank Level Hazen

Court halts Herald salary amid election case dispute

In a morning decision Judge Mugentiomta barred payment of salary to Frank Herald until the Supreme Court rules who is entitled to the wage, Herald or McMaster. The ruling followed a clash between Herald and Doran at the courthouse as tensions rose over the disputed funds and the pending court decision.

Wulia Herald T. Doras McMasties Doran Ujurald Sahur Elerstd Uuyrling Supreme Court Tzht Ora Goveroor Clarke Jens Executius

National Conference Opens as Unitarian gathering convenes

The National Conference of Churches opened in Metgerott's hall with dignitaries attending. Senator Hoar of Massachusetts presided. Eaton of New York led sessions. A telegram of regret was sent for the late Edward Everett Hale and other conference attendees. Separately, reports warned on diphtheria spreading in schools, noting new cases in Elliott and Porter households.

National Conference of Churches Wiestington Wastixiron Dore Cyteria Metgerott Witeed Nator Hoar Massachuses Det George Mitotelur Cheteman Uniterina Sdsociathon

Date Set for Sale Delayed to December Tenth

Judge J B Johnson reports that sale of the Santa Fe property is postponed until December tenth due to unresolved arrangements. Wheeler F H Peckham of Union Tract company in New York advised delaying, while W I Rossington notes December timing hinges on logistical issues for Eastern shipper crews and reorganization committee members in Topeka.

J. B. Johnson Santa Fe Wheeler FH. Peckham Union Tract Company New York W. I. Rossington Devemnberg Lin Tonekawa Weebeed

Rear Admiral Kirkland Detached From Kueupery Station

A Washington dispatch reports Rear Admiral Kirkland is detached from command at Kueupery station and reassigned to Admiral Selfridge, currently heading the Navy department trial board. Kirkland sails aboard the ship Nezebip the Sad Provebee en route to Algiers.

Divealtel Ops Srnestury Merhert Wasatroron D.C Alot Herbert Kirkland Kueupery Admira Selfridge Hait Navy Department Kirkland Sa Gibraltar Algiers New York Ovr 22 Washington Kaea Proydent Paure Pravce Syris Armania Kiel Thargea Ladiseration Persoqd Kirkland Ues San Fratchsen Sciricino Bosn Olteles Ly 1 Sedeaters Fforbaet Adwleul

Miss Willard Elected President Amid Frictionless Vote

Miss Willard was elected president of the Nee Hone W.e. ty Barton with little opposition. Other officers include Vice President at Large Mrs. L M Stevens, Corresponding Secretary Mrs. Katherine Lente Stevanson, Recording Secretary Mrs. Clara C. Moffat, Assistant Recording Secretary Miss Frances Beachicamp. Total vote for president 361 with several others receiving scattered support.

Ty Barton Mise Prances Willard Samas N. Stevens Katherine Lente Stevanson Moonsachtumette Clara

Controversy Over Church Choir and Mission Preface

In Chicare on Oct 22 a dispute stirred religious circles as Emmanuel Baptist considers dispensing services after November 10. Pastor Jonathan Meyser argues the church should not usurp concert stage functions and favors sacred songs within the church, hoping the congregation leads singing with the church quartet.

Carcane Mmanuel Baptist Ohrah Jonathan Meyser Flomat

Death of boy from injuries at Oliver’s hands

Post mortem on Miyeamold Andrew Anderson reveals death from kidney inflammation due to injuries sustained during an incident with Oliver at the rode. The coroner’s inquest considers murder charges against Oliver.

Miyeamold Andrew Anderson Uharien Olver Oliver Bor

Bradford's censure bid blocked by council turmoil

A Kansas City council scene shows Mr Bradford's plan to censure the Journal derailed as fellow members dismiss the resolution and one by one refuse involvement. The halt comes amid party tension and criticism of Democratic leaders plotting Topeka moves and Cleveland delegation ties.

Brutfors Kas Plaues Simon Bouver Bradford Bradford Joe Waters Couoneilmen Coucilman Skinner Patrigen

Cyclist Wa lts On Divorce For Chicago Trip

Mia Lato plans an extended bicycle tour to Chicago after her divorce from a barber husband she recently horsewhipped in Oakland. The party includes Mrs Benson, Mrs Alice Johnson of San Jose, Mr and Mrs Freon of San Francisco, Lilly D Arcy of Oakland, with Mr Freeman as protector. They aim to start within three weeks, weather permitting, traveling south and west to avoid cold, with a five week stay in Chicago to visit relatives.

Baro Chicago San Francisco Lata Hies Oakland Mia Lata Benson Alice Johnson San Jose Freon San Prattcisco Lilly D'Arcy Uaktant Freeman Xgua New Mexico Thin Heaven Mes Lucu Lide Ber

Swede Hessin in Republican meeting over Nystrom firing

Voters gather as committee interviews executive council members about Eric Nystrom's dismissal from State Quuset grounds superintendent post. Report says removal was for incompetence, not politics. Next steps may fill Nystrom's place, with internal club politics noted. Funeral high mass for John W. Mackay Jr set at St Ferdinand Church. Remains to be moved to crypt, then shipped to Havre next week.

Brig Can Eric Nystrom Quuset Executive Council Nystrom Eotscope Sale Nzatrom Nystram Swedish Republican Club Maas JW. Hrekos. Sr Pars Oeon Sadey Church of St. Ferdinand Dex ‘Ternna John W. Mackay, Jr Hia Church of St Augustine Havre United States

They May Yet Meet Florida Club Offers New Contract Terms

Report from Arkansas on October 22 details that Corbett and Fitzsimmons may still meet as A A club proposes a modified purse not exceeding 25000. Fitzgerald fights in El Paso and backers press for a timely match while legal actions loom over prize rights and a possible special legislative session.

Ark Corbett Fitzsimmons Stuart Voudig Eghtere Vendig Stuadl Hiv J.J. Quing Mahan Irishtown Julien Julien Te Etil Martin Julian Robert Fitzeutmous Fitzeiminovn Hig Burne Jaros 2 Orl Furi Athletic Vebib Murda el Paso Texas Ocr Fitz Almmons Corpus Christi Curlest Piteimmons Hot Springs

President Arrives Amid Cheers at Cleveland and Ogden

Crowds gather as the presidential party arrives in Cleveland and Ogden. At Cleveland station about 4,100 people greet the president with handshakes and bouquets, while in Ogden 640 attendees including Converse College students welcome him. The crowd cheers during brief stops and court adjournments follow. Death notices include Miss Maggie Wing and Miss Meggin A. White with funeral arrangements announced.

Crowle Fim Atlanta Chanorr Jorge Crowed Bokvol Sturladte Converse College Tim Coury

Gov Waite in Town to Speak on Politics at Hamilton Hall

Ex governor Waite of Colorado arrived today and planned to address political questions at Hamilton Hall tonight. He discussed Populists, Coxey, and a potential presidential nominee, predicting shifts in 1890s party loyalties and naming Nugent of Texas as a possible candidate while stressing the era's volatile political landscape.

Poitifer Hamiltton Hall Davis Waite Colorado Hets Hamilton Hall Placid Sig Ince Lehina Ohio Coxey Sjournalteporter Field Republicka Iusture Aspirauiaass Buouk Rue Neue Cuuren Italy Prohibitionista Gamtier W.& TU Iowa Republicas Republica Democrats Tle Wale Hurlingane Emporis Clay Coaner

Veterans of the Second Kansas Cavalry Attend Dedication Event

Members of the Second Kansas Cavalry honor fallen comrades at a dedication ceremony led by Colonel George West with Senator Martin and Gage in attendance. A gold headed cane and a mantel clock were presented in appreciation for Captain Gage’s role in raising the monument to Lincoln post survivors. Underoration day observances marked the event.

Second Kansas Cavalry Lincoln Post Parti Ore George West John Marta G. G Gage Martin the Hine Poset Gage Dullars

Coal price advances by New York and Chicago firms

Coal firms in New York and Chicago boosted wholesale coal prices. New York bases list $400 per ton for stove coal, $420 for chestnut, with the Philadelphia firms preparing similar adjustments. In the West the Delaware Canal line sets $225 per ton for grate coal and $450 for Witlor. Buffalo figures show $415 per ton for grate coal and $440 for other coals.

New York Phillalpha Yetaware & Asidoon Canal Chicago Witlor Boffate

Russia closes patent armor contract with Carnegie Steel

Dispatch from Mieresborg reports the Russian government has just closed a deal with the Carnegie Steel Company for a large wartime armor order. Immediate delivery and Homestead works involvement are noted, with a four month supply term. The text in Washington highlights the significance of the agreement.

Carnegie Nivel Company Miersborg Fis Iivesian Carnecin Steel Company Washington Faily Gve

Prohibition Sect Forms National Church Movement

The first meeting of supporters for a national prohibition church opens in Chicago with over 200 attendees from across the country. Ex governor John Post, Frances E. Willard, A J Busnett, and others are named among leaders and prominent backers. The movement cites prohibition as the single sovereign creed, aiming to establish multiple churches nationwide from New York to California.

Juna Ut Kamshi Frances E. Willard A. J. Busnett J. Sitington Uhieagh Prohibtion Elist KK Buttin Wearington L. Je Tntingau Marvard Wale Veratty WH. Gay Cleveland United States Soares Saw York California Sewleure Virelie Santas Montey Clevelands Ft Pirie Menangle Sania Chcago Wells Anya Tial Slype Fle Conaire Watt

HuntIngton Debt Debate Reveals Hard Terms and Refusal

A historic debate shows Huntington insisting on interest rate cuts and no debt extension while demanding repayment within lawful terms. Central figures argue only a plausible plan, warning that extreme measures could push the government toward decisive action and potential mortgagelike penalties.

Schwempe Case Attracts Attention In City Court

The case involving Meashabe and Tim is set for trial Monday at the court in Newert. Indictments focus on alleged violations of living arrangements and social conduct. Prosecutors aim to show Schwriaturit law violations and seek to establish guilt through testimony and preceding indictments.

Eorge Jacob Uber Anewerty Lndietmans Tim Hie Zuti Sebalin Turth

MHS Waller Exhausted by Long Journey in Washington

Mrs Waller, wife of the Consul in Radnesseur, is worn out after a long trip to Washington. She has not been able to see anyone since arriving yesterday, staying at Mr James Sia’s residence with her family, while awaiting relief.

Bank closes as four guards depart at ten oclock

The First National Bank of Welling Kutinn Smepecie Testers reports a sudden quit by four guards at 10 oclock this morning near the streetors. The bank has been in business since 1893 with an expected stock of 100 dollars amid a gradual decline in business.

First National Bank of Welling Kutinn Wiiuscron Kan Werationel Bank Tir Bank

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