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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1896
Page
3
Fragmented Missouri news brief notes the long canal failing to stop a barrier while government actions unfold. Mentions Kansas items and local figures amid garbled text portraying political antics and civic issues.
Fragmented OCR text reports a convoluted scene with references to a marriage at Getham Manufacturer, a Feast at a Sanitary site, and a legal notice mention. It mentions Wachman, Lee, and Ant Uste, with scattered dates and locations, but readable terms are sparse. The piece alludes to social events, a wedding, and a public notice without clear narrative.
The Rev Stewarts resigns from Otiawe pastorate and announces a move to Carthage. A meeting of the church board was held on Wachareé Bere Flotave to review the pastoral transition and future arrangements. The announcement notes several weeks of service and a forthcoming change in duties.
Incomplete text references football coverage at El Dorado with mentions of teams and places like Sapir, Pert, and Ne Indiana Fur. It notes football events or scores, with broken names such as Sifer Riley Tee and Willinger. The passage is heavily garbled with uncertain details and dates.
A garbled report from El Dorado and surrounding towns recalls a Saturday game in which Wak Rey led the Pit fantasy team and the Port Fort fielded double kicks. amid the noisy page are mentions of creameries paying schedules, a burned paper mill, and voter totals for Fort Scott and Salina.
The Carlisle secretary receives a cordial reception at Bowing Gases amid crowd at the Opera House. Speakers from local groups urge unity as Camphin leaders address the audience. A large turnout from nearby towns attends the event marking the opening hour long program and a notable Covington incident referenced by Mr Corbie.
Missouri reports a long season with Salinas racers leading Sunflower marks. Heli at Battas, St. Seehla, and others set records amid extended meets. The article notes results, key athletes including Arama, Vyaean, Kathi, and Ming, plus details on race formats and standings across events.
Washburn defeated Midland College at Atchison by 32 to 22 in a college football game. The scoreline shows Washburn leading in the second half as Midland struggled to respond. Players and coaches are noted for the decisive effort, with Washburn securing the win in front of a large crowd.
The Mountain Football Team defeated Denver with an 18 to 0 score. Denver's performance was marred by turnovers and defensive pressure, while the Mountain side capitalized with early leads and sustained offense. Denver faced heavy punishment on the line and struggled to mount a counterattack throughout the game.
The article details J Y Beekman asserting strong organized support from his workers and confident prospects of election. It notes endorsements and campaign activity in a populist district, mentions Kirkpatrick and Morrill, and references shifts in state politics and electoral prospects in a lengthy party sweep.
A chaotic report details a Democratic committee dispute over ballots and candidate names in Ohio. It mentions Chair W. W. Darin and a contested slate amid local precinct officer tensions as prosecutors pursue election integrity actions.
Special Notice to Ladies announces Prof. Howes will teach the Rule and Curvature System of Dress cutting free for the first 20 joining his school. It claims a tailor method for cutting ladies and children's garments including darts and seamless waists to fit any form without bitering. Mothers are urged to enroll daughters to save dollars and gain an independent trade. Teachers wanted in Town and Country. School at 103 East 6th st upstairs. Hours 5 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Mrs Diggs vows to accept funds for campaign against populists while balancing concerns over party finances. She travels to Topeka and speaks at events, defending reformist aims, critiquing both major parties, and urging unity among supporters. The article notes her stance on money in politics, connections to McWithee, and ongoing campaign activity in Kansas.
The Morning Journal prints a Wilmington Delaware bench transcript from Monday night by ex senator J S Henderson. He condemns the Chicago platform as limiting private contracts and retooling the Supreme Court to serve Congress. He cites populist threats to reorganize government and defend constitutional rights against radical reform under party platforms.
Chicago dispatch reports Phoebe Hearst widow of the California magnate plans a major donation toward the University of California. The gift includes four million dollars and another eighteen thousand to aid building plans with architects invited to submit designs. Hearst may fund two new buildings memorializing her husband. Stanford University noted as a principal mover in the fundraising effort.
American Catholics plan a pilgrimage to the Holy Land with a formal procession. The plan grows from recent pilgrimages to Palestine and Lourdes, with about 10 groups expected to sail from New York January 16 aboard the Hamburg America liner Werra. The flag, banner, and sacred items will be carried and interred in Jerusalem's Holy Sepulchre. Lawrence Iowa trip follows, Ramsay Hills team heads to Iowa City for a clash with Iowa State.
Chicago trade shows mixed early moves with wheat rising on strong cables and lifting corn and oats. Pork and lard advance while hog arrivals and shipments remain sizable, reflecting a cautious but firm start in the Chicago market snapshot.
Receipts for cattle total about 41000 head with feeders and steers modestly steady to lower. Hogs receipts around 8500 with market opening strong and closing steady to higher in parts. packers and feeders active. Sheep and lambs show steady demand with varied prices and notable consignments from regional herds. Kansas City Mo October market activity reported with mixed price movements across cattle hogs and sheep segments.
Kansasity Produce Market Kansas City reports wheat and corn prices with mixed futures and steady cash tones. Notes on oats rye hay and dairy markets follow, with bid levels and shipping activity from Topeka, Chicago, and New York.
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