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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1895
Page
6
Dr NeLeod recalls Fraker as a shrewd mean swindler who practiced without a diploma in Triplett and ran an illicit liquor store. He later became a druggist, married, left for Excelsior Springs, then sent his wife away with a threat. She sought divorce, remarried, and Mr Talkington plans a telegraph line in Chusa county may weigh in.
In society circles personal items note Topeka visitors and gatherings. Miss Bessie West hosted a group at Wednesday’s informal event, and Miss Olivia OBrien tea guests gathered Thursday. Several plans include Chicago studies, farewell dinners, surprise parties, and numerous visits in town by Misses and Messrs with many outdoor and travel plans.
Vinewood enjoyed a grand evening of dance music led by Louis Bach of Lawrence with Watson's orchestra. Attendees included Mr and Mrs W W Webb, Mr and Mrs Nichols, Mr and Mrs Will Taylor, numerous Misses and Messrs from Ottawa Atchison Kansas City and local names, creating a lively social gathering.
Wasiumnetox Sept 7 report to the state department by Consul Clunecellor at Havre cites Italian Prof Marignoni claiming an injection of tubercular serum can treat consumption. He notes France's five year mortality from consumption far exceeds that of smallpox, scarlet fever, typhoid, and diphtheria, with 40% deaths per 100,000.
Chanuncey Depew, in London for the World, declares President Cleveland will be the Democratic standard bearer at the national convention. He says Whitney cannot be elected and Cleveland is seen as the voice of the people rather than a self seeking aspirant. He ponders whether Cleveland is a lucky error or a true statesman.
New York, Sept. 7. Speaker Crisp, greeted by reporters on arrival at the dock, would not discuss the silver or financial questions further. He endorsed William C. Whitney for president, praising Whitney’s navy record and deeming him a capable and desirable candidate.
Lord Stolte Douglass, youngest son of the Marquis of Queensberry, recently married Loretta Mooney, a concert hall singer in Hakerafield, and now resides in Los Angeles planning to settle there permanently.
Col. Robert G. Ingersoll lost 250 dollars from a pocket in Elmwood during a reunion program. The money was in a roll wrapped with a raft of 700 dollars, tossed aside and later found and returned as he boarded the train for Peoria.
Gov Morrill travels home to Hiawatha for rest after illness kept him from Kansas City Labor Day event. He is urged to rest fully, as his health requires careful care and monitoring. The weekly bank report shows reserve and circulation shifts across banks, with a rise in deposits and a modest drop in legal tenders. Notable deaths include Dr. G M Staples a prominent railroad surgeon and longtime GAII member. He died aged 68 in Dubuque after forty years as a physician and Civil War surgeon. Hetwan Abebao, tied to Milwaukee and railroads, was found at a Paris police station window sill.
State Auditor George Cole uncovers long running errors in county land account ledgers dating back to the 1800s. The report shows numerous misentries across several counties including Comanche and Chattalqua, with overcharges and incorrect postings.
Chicago reports mixed opening in grains and meats as receipts rise in the Northwest. December oats slide while May and January show uneven starts. Hog and cattle futures vary. receipts and shipments listed. Kansas City and Texas markets show steady to higher trends with live cattle and hogs priced across categories. Fair activity noted across meats, grains, and vegetables amid fluctuating bids.
Fragmented text shows a lively crowd scene with a clairvoyant act on stage. Enthusiastic expressions and hurried dialogue hint at a live performance or street event captured in a noisy, partial OCR.
In Chicago the Wheat market showed weakness despite 1,200 cars at the southwestern markets. Pardridge pressed to force a decline while crop outlooks from Madero Miller provided slight strength. Cables were indifferent as Liverpool and French markets moved little and a larger visible supply is anticipated Monday. Corn and oats trading was narrow with dealers awaiting a hard spot to buy.
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