Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Topeka State Journal in Topeka, Kansas

We have 6,677,888 pages in Kansas

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 25 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Sep 02, 1896

Page

6

That or dynamite Irish party faces fracture at convention

The national Irish convention resumes and faces a split between Pillonites and Healyites over constitutional methods and a potential return to violence. Father Flynn proposes a mixed arbitration committee to draft a platform and pledge, while leaders urge unity and discipline within the party.

Irieh Pauin Trish Iteock Leinster Avery Ender the Hey Father Flynn Inatric Alon Julie Entius O'Conner Dynenie Father Pil UN Hat Polley

Bryan delayed by late arrival for Springfield train

London Ohio September 2 A crowd gathered as William Jennings Bryan missed his early train to Springfield but boarded a later one The reception committees from Epritefeld Kenton Springfield and Benson escorted him to the carriages A brief stop at London allowed a three time nominee to greet supporters He was asked about Vermont election but declined to comment

London Ohio Springfield Amer Min Epritefeld Kenton Hrgan Thomas State Central Committee James Johnsson, Jr AL. Chippeel W. W Fromm Bensom Rade Bryan Vermont

Salisbury to act in Constantinople without quibbling

London reports that the Marquis of Salisbury intends to pursue his plan at Constantinople with firm instructions to the ambassador Sir Phillip Currie, empowering naval aid to enforce Britain’s demand amid official moves. Also noted are protests in Lincoln Nebraska over a free Silver congressional candidate, and a fall term elocution program opening at the Institute.

Lord Salisbury Constantinople London Marquis of Salisbury Phillip Currie Great Britain

Teaded for Democrats in Emporia presidential vote clash

In Emporia on September 2 the Republicans publish a poll showing for each Republican voting for Bryan at least two Democrats backing McKinley. Named Democrats pledging McKinley include David Laws, John Henhing, Alf. Robertes, T. P. Harper, EB. Bd, Dr W. H. Richards, James Thompson, J. D. Eastin, and Professor A. Bishop among others.

Emporia Bryan McKinley David Laws Assatant Portmaster John Henhing Ichi Born Lading Alf. Robertes Emporis National Tank J. Doyle T. P. Harper EB. B

Invite Li Hung Chang to visit San Francisco

San Francisco officials including the chamber of commerce board of trade and Mayor Sotre sent an official invitation to Li Hung Chang through the Chinese consul general for a reception at the chamber of commerce if he passes through San Francisco. A special train from New York to San Francisco and Portland was placed at Li Hung Chang’s disposal by the Southern company if required. Potwin Place lights cause unresolved debate with the matter referred to the lights committee for a full report by October 1, leaving the city without proper lighting in the interim. The council approved usual monthly bills and passed an appropriation ordinance to cover them. A schooner collision near Mackinaw sank the Col Ellsworth after striking the Emily Maxwell. the Ellsworth crew were saved and brought to Mackinaw.

San Francisco Chamber of Commerce Board of Trade Sotre Li Hung Chang An Francisco Southern Company Li Hang Chang New York Portland Potwin Place Nestlent Committee On Lights Potwin la Mackinaw Mich Col. Ellsworth Emily Maxwell Chicago Waugwshane Ellsworth Maxwell

Leedy and Boyle Address Large Newton Meetings

Two public meetings aimed at capacity crowds were held in Newton yesterday. Senator Leedy spoke in the afternoon and L. C. Boyle in the evening to enthusiastic audiences.

Leedy Ees Newton Kan Senator Leedy L. C. Boyle Jerry Simpeon

National Eisteddiéa festival draws large crowds in Denver

Denver dispatch reports the national Eisteddiéa festival at Arlington Park attracting a 5 audience. Benry Leaward of Scranton presides as master of ceremonies. Gov. McIntyre, Mayor McMurray and Josiah Hughes greet attendees. Salt Lake Tabernacle Choir, about 400 voices, performs at sessions amid decorous receptions.

Denver Coro Great Paint How Arlington Park Dude Benry Leaward Scranton Gov McIntyre Mayor McMurray Josiah Hughes Seanna Salt Lake Tabernacl Choir

Cycle Meet Opens in Chicago with Notable Entries

Cycle meet organized by the National Cycle Exhibition company and Bankers Athletic club of Chicago opens at Coluzeum on Thursday and runs four days. Principal entries include Jay Eaton J P Elvis and J W Parsons champion of Australia.

Chicago National Cycle Exhibition Company Bankers Athletic Club of Chicago Coluzeum Jay Eaton J. P. Elivs J. W. Parsons Australia

Reno District Court Convenes in September Term

Hutchinson September term of Reno District Court opened with a heavy docket and many important cases to be tried, signaling a busy session ahead.

Reno Hutchinson

Five Burmed in a Hotel Wankleck Hill

Five men and a boy Zouaves group were reported haunted by an incident at the Commercial hotel on Chester Avenue. A Zouave company will meet at seven on the south steps of the state Labor Day monument for a business session and discuss the Labor Day program and a Fall Festival. A Lew SOC will be given on September 2 at Madge Moors home on Chester Avenue.

Wankleck Hill Ont Tere Handeau Chrishe Leneve Joseph Deschamps T. Finn K. McLeod Chester Avenue State Journal The Kansas Avenue and Eighth Topeka Daily State Journal Kansan

Social World Notes Topeka Vicinity Offer Sunny Gatherings

In Topeka and nearby Garfield park hosted Reloton club friends at a picnic with H G Larimer speaking on literature health. A lengthy supper featured varied menu and lemonade. many Topeka residents and visitors attended including Mr and Mrs Rodgers Lyon Barkley Robinson and Sims among others. Personal notices list travels visits and upcoming plans of numerous local residents and guests from Atchison Lawrence Denver Chicago St Paul and beyond. The piece closes with names of social correspondents and upcoming dances and academic plans.

Reloton Club Garfield Park H. G Larimer A. X. Rodgers Thomas S Lyon T. L. Ross Walter Wellhouse Miriames Church Birs A. G. Hugo

Social notes from across the Midwest and England

Miss Mary Berry of Chicago will accompany her. Miss Ida Melegen of St. Louis visits Mrs L H Themes of Charlie Peck of Chicago. Dr M Ward leaves for Newcastle Colorado. Waiter Kobte notes a day in Ennvas. Ch Setsan Ries trips to Denver and Manitou. Mr and Bro J M Padgett go to Phillipsburg for three months. Mrs Cornelia Adams and son Adams in London for a month. Mr D Abrams of Hazlehurst and Mr I Abrams of Brooksv e n Miss return home from visit with Mr and Mrs Li Diment. Prof Wm Davidson of Topeka visits his mother Mrs Thos Davidson and relatives.

J. S. Gregory Newton Luiss Eva Sehder Wamego Lawrence H. King Denver Colorado Springs Chevive TB. Thomas New Mexico Edwant Wilder J. Wf. Hunt Evelyn Lewis Mannes Birdie Cranda Florence Italy S. Barnes Ouray Col SL Seabrook Colorade Springs George Hull Salina N. B. Loomis Cave Penfield Trade Springs Tevery i Dean HL Budiey Minnesota Kuriz Kellam California Ore Bart Victor Spondberg Spondberg Mamie Baird St. Xavier's Acadumy Chicago Bart V. Adams Kansas Medical College C. PF. Lercher Kansas City A. M. Baird Hudson's Hall Tom Corwin Charles C. Crilly Mexico Frances Moon Duluth Ed Kellam St. Paul Modocs M. L. Moorehouse Atlas Extra Nellie Raub Mise Hilzabeth Kenderdine Tope Kale Judge Webb Atchison Globe Garretson McCaskey Ft Leavenworth David Lakin Magele Mitchell Jennie Hudson Galveston Tex Mien Mitchell Rtendetapher Pell Ben Abrams Grand Lake Arik Mary Berry Ida ‘Melegen St. Louis L. H Charlie Peck Bradford Johnson M. Ward Newcastle Colo Kobte Ennvas Manitou Onis J. M. Padgett Phillipsburg Pola Cornelia Adams Adams London England D. Abrams Hazlehurst Abrams I. Abrams Brookshaven Miss Li Diment Wm. Davidson Topeka Thos. Davidson Yates City Advocate

Colored conventions split on Negro in politics in Kansas

The state convention of colored Republicans meets tomorrow at Ft. Sillow Post Hall near Fourth and Kansas avenues to discuss the future of the Negro in politics, promising actions aligned with the Republican party while Emporia hosts a Populist affiliated colored gathering likely to reflect Populist principles.

Kansas Emporis

Antwerp beef story debunked by U S consul notes

Washington reports Consul Johnson at Antwerp finds no truth to claims that broken down Ep g ash omnibus Morses are killed and canned as American labeled beef. Consul notes English checks arrive in Antwerp slaughtered for fresh meat, not packed for export, according to state department records.

Washinsion United States Johnson Antwerp State Department

Ingalls Declines Two Speeches In One Day At Hamilton Hall

The Republican central committee canceled Senator Ingalls planned events at Hamilton Hall on September 12 after he refused to deliver two speeches in one day. A Hamilton Hall meeting may be rescheduled for September 1. Also notes starts of Northern Year at Wasnuurn College with expanded faculty for 1896-97. The faculty list includes Herrick, Lovewell, Grimsley, Harshberger, Hyde, Masdocks, De Whittemore, Ellis, Adams, Palmer, Frank, Dougherty, Ruth Ingalls, Townsley, and Fisher.

Ingalls Hamilton Hall Wakarasa Planté Hamilton Gault Wasnuurn College George M. Herrick J. T. Lovewell G. P. Grimsley W. A. Harshbar Ger A. M. Hyde Carolines. Masdocks L. de Whittemore F. W. Eilis Anna H. Adams A. E. Palmer M. H. Frank Academy Lucy P. Dougherty Helen Ruth Ingalls Florence Townsley Kittle M. Fisher

Chapman High School Opens With Lecture by Prof. Olin

Chapman, Sept. 2 The county high school opened yesterday with a lecture by Prof. Olin of Manhattan on Magic Pictures. A large audience attended and a reception followed, welcoming new students by veterans of the school.

Chapman High School Chapman County High School Olin Manhattan

Waters Heads to St Louis to Meet Frisco Officials

Captain Waters departs for St Louis to confer with D B Robinson and Frisco officials on Augusta vs Frisco railroad case. A Augusta committee led by Mayor Skaer and City officials will seek a compromise over bond terms from 1879 and the ensuing lawsuits amid new Frisco management.

Waters ST. Lolis D. B Robinson Joe Waters St. Louis Augusts Butler County Union Depot D. 5. Robinson Alber St. Louis & San Francisco Railway Augusta Frisco Wichita & Western Railway Tela Skaer White Duncan Safford Weidlin

Massacres in Constantinople Reported At 5000 Deaths

Latest estimates indicate about 5,000 people perished in the massacres in Constantinople. In a separate case, Charles Bradshaw and Ready were tried in police court for selling beer in the old Rookery on East Seventh Street, found guilty, fined $10 each, and jailed if unpaid. Dr. Mitchell attended Ready for a serious illness noted in custody.

Roveh Ready Chas. Bradshaw East Seventh Street Mitchell

Amateurs stage Uncle Tom for orphans at Grand

A local theater group will present Uncle Tom's Cabin tonight at the Grand for the orphans' home benefit. The cast features top local talent and includes Mrs. P. H. Alama who will sing Mason's song In the Cold Cold Ground. A parade earlier today showcased an elaborate, old fashioned march.

Uncle Tom's Cabin Beneft P. H. Alama Mason

Hawks Financial School at Trades Assembly Hall

The Hawks Financial School held a class at Trades Assembly hall last night with 30 attendees. President Hawks spoke on the money question from the silver standpoint and answered questions from the audience.

Hawks’ Financial School Hawks Financial School Trades Assembly Hall Hawks

Silver League Meeting in Emporia Denounces Gold Bugs

Colored Silver League met in Emporia with about 40 attendees. President Cable of Scott opened with a vigorous speech denouncing gold bugs. Concurrent reports note Democratic conventions in Colby and Garnett nominating silver-aligned candidates for state senate and district judge respectively. Burlington Route advertises vestibuled trains to Chicago and St Louis with new sleeping cars and dining service.

Colored Silver League Emporia Emporia Silver Colored League Cable Scott Senate Colby Kan A. Binck Winona Logan County St Louis Burlington J. Louis

Market Report Shows Wheat Gains and Steady Cattle

Chicago market brief notes wheat up on December futures by 4 cents, corn firm on cooler northwest temperatures, oats steady, and provisions mixed with higher opening prices. Livestock receipts and projections cited with hogs and cattle showing varied early results, and prices listed across several categories.

Chicago Liverpool Berlin Northwest Great Northern May

Livestock Market Reports from Kansas City and Texas Rods

Cattle receipts about 17 000 in Texas and westerns with steady market. Beeves priced to 35.00, cows and heifers to 3.60, Texas steers up to 8.20, westerns to 2.50 3.75. Sheep receipts near 21 000 with lambs about 10 lower. Kansas City market shows mixed cattle and hogs with varied ranges and steadier overall tone.

Chicago Texas Kansas City

Wheat prices and market chatter from Kansas City and beyond

Market notes from Kansas City show No 2 red wheat and other varieties fluctuating around steady to lower levels. Oats and hay steady, butter and eggs firm. Liverpool and Berlin report currency and price shifts while Chicago and New York newspapers note dull wheat, lower December corn, and cautious selling under the gold standard. Labor Day clears Chicago sessions. port clearings and tomorrow’s grain receipts estimated with continued market ambiguity.

Kansas City Ste Liverpool Berlin New York Bradstreet Axis Europe Chicago Board Chicago Firly Linn Armour Cudahy

Wheat futures slide as deliveries disappoint Chicago

Wheat shippers who expected to receive deliveries yesterday fared poorly with prices slipping in Chicago. Liverpool cables show a 4 penny drop while traders speculate on December wheat puts and May corn calls amid a softer export outlook. Contracts for September shrink as 60,400 trees and pork barrels exceed expectations.

Chicago Liverpool

Also Mentioned on This Page

Amoskeag Dingham Whitemore's Gift Edge A. H. Sharum Mannas Ave Lincoln Mf. Ust Mell Republican Congressional Committee First District Hus Arcreta J. Ti. Boody Free Silver Party Joseph Chamberlain Jain Department of Elocution Biiee Corvinus Baum Institute Hat West Sth Aneeeet Benss & Texas Railway G. A. Mac Nutt Union Ave Harvard Oliver Harpster Laura Beeks Fortune Hejdwin Inansas City Alvin Dora Diment Gertrude Penny J. G. Waters Mize Lottie Parkhurst Manicton M. J. Carson F. Carson J. B. Johnson Prankle Nelson Mijas Lowe Sol Kings Quincy Lillian Gibbany Laws Annie B. Dany Salt Lake City Ista Anna Ampleby Ang Raton H. B. Holt and Son Las Cruces N. M Hell Geo. W. Draper Leavenworth George W. Draper South Kyplanade Spruce Street Mr. Draper Armenia Daily News Athens Asia Minor Czar Times St. Petersburg Prince Lozanoff Rostovsky Turkey the Times Julius Stein Joseph Trobinson Julius M. Lyon Constantinopla Sam Riggs Garnett Democrate and Populists Sam Riegs Coats Associated Press IANAL Capital Sunday Capital L. Chamberins Grain & Stock Exchange Kansas Avenue Chicasa Louis Great Western Sham Wssi Fine Altering Hepalring Ens Plains C. F. Rodiger Penn
Search Courier

Search the Topeka State Journal Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Topeka State Journal?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication