24 Oct 1896
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1896
Page
1
The article recounts Tom Reed's visit to Wichita where he spoke in a tent and received a warm if partial hearing. It portrays a charged crowd response, mentions political rhetoric, and notes reactions from supporters and opponents amid a broader Democratic discourse.
Washington dispatch reports outrage at perceived injustice in the Democratic state party. Grover Cleveland and supporters clash with Hamilton County and Concordia officials over Pepperill, the postmaster, acting as secretary of the state central committee. The piece questions loyalty and governance, citing alleged pressure on appointments and the administration's handling of party leadership.
The Topeka board of supervisors including police commissioners and the commissioner of elections will hear appeals from the commisioner of elections on registration challenges. Witnesses discuss names struck from rolls and disputes over residency and eligibility as officials pledge to review and remove duplicates before election day.
California officials revealed a large gold withdrawal totaling 1 300 000 from the Treasury as part of a broader discussion on balancing the state’s reserve. The move follows concerns about the Bank of California’s liquidity and the impact on the state’s financial stability.
A Canton Ohio report describes a railroading display featuring Chick, Rock stand and Backie with broad interest from railway men. A special train to Canton arrived around opening time, with Reams at Bo'elock Feteray noted. Maur J An- Wered served as the introducery witness and general ticker of the road commented on passenger operations.
A chaotic parade scene unfolds with unclear figures and odd phrases describing a crowd, a parade route with banners, and disrupted streets. The text mentions a group led by a figure or institution and references hundreds of people, homes, and air defenses, alluding to a disruption along the route.
New York October 24 The World reports betting talk centers on the silent vote causing offers to dry up. Bookmakers and brokers reported little action with several players failing to find takers for wagers on McKinney and other candidates. A World reporter observed subdued canvassing and cautious financiers at venues around town amid uncertainty about the election outcome.
Weather note reports a cold night with a low near 22 degrees, then rising to about 65 degrees above zero by afternoon. Predictions hint slightly cooler tomorrow, while a local historic event mentions the first hanging in Indian Territory under a newer federal law, with details on the case and location.
An account of a Topeka political meeting highlights disruptive behavior and loud protest. Lawyer J H Guy spoke amid contentious chants and beer sales stirring crowd reactions at a Landing northeast farm venue.
Washington report notes a warm appeal by the National Committer urging voters to back Bryan and the People’s Party banner. It claims the Populists face no months before the ERA election and warns of a Democratic victory if they fail to unite. Fort Scott registration closed at 9 pm, tallying 2,59, a record high for the city.
The speech centers on Bryan criticizing Republican tactics and urging moral distinction between Democrats and Republicans. He argues for guiding principles over mere party loyalty and condemns intimidation and badge symbolism while addressing a large crowd amid warlike national tensions.
Carlisle crowds attend a political event where Treasury Secretary Carlisle faces a hostile reception. Police instructions aimed to prevent insult to the speaker were in place as Atchison's registration reached 4,039. The event closed last night with a total attendance showing an increase of about 1,100 from two years ago and 2,000 from four years past.
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