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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Sep 07, 1896

Page

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Labor Day Parade in Cleveland and Kansas City

Labor Day events drew large crowds as 40 000 marchers in Chicago and thousands more in Cleveland and Kansas City celebrated workers. The Cleveland parade featured a float promoting labor solidarity while speakers included Gov. Morris and Labor Commissioner Bird. The Kansas City march showcased political speakers and labor unity with crowds lining the streets.

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Bryan to Workingmen at Chicago Park Rally

Immense crowd presses gates at a Chicago park as Mr Bryan speaks on labor. authorities struggle to contain the throng. A parade of labor leaders and workers accompanies him, with the event ending after a long platform speech about labor's fate and rights.

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Labor Day Speech Sparks Tension in Dallas Tour

Watson opens Labor Day rally in Dallas with Georgia visit and National Committeeman Reed. He urges support for labor farmer contract, criticizes Sewall and Bryan, and promises more speeches as he continues through Texas, with Butler's pledge expected before September 15.

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Fragmentary political plea on running mate choice

A fragmentary 19th century political note debates running mate options. It warns Sewall may betray reform goals and questions party support if Bryan and Sewall influence leadership.

National Convention of Regular Army and Navy Veterans Held

The national convention of United States regular army and navy veterans met today at the headquarters in New York City. About 1,000 veterans from ten commands attended to elect new officers for the coming year and discuss organization matters. Delegates included Gen. John Meab, Gen. W B Hancock, Gen. George A Custer, Gen. George H Thomas, Gen. Philip H Sheridan and others from Philadelphia Pottsville Wilkes Barre and New York.

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Near escape plot foiled in Covington jail

In Cincinnati Ohio Scott Tackson and Walling the Pearl Bryan murderers are denied privileges after a plan to escape via visitors and gifts of food. The plot surfaced when Jackson was overheard with a colored burglar, Walker, a revolver and saws were found in cells. Visitors will be closely watched.

Cincinnati Jackson

Senator Martins Pass On Request By Santa Fe Railroad

Santa Fe Railroad bulletined former Senator Iohe Martins pass and sent word for him to come immediately after his speech at a Henderson ball where he backed railroad interests. He criticized certain methods and warned that he would not comply with threats. The notice follows his remarks on the muddies and the campaign for Bryan.

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Bryan Confident He Will Carry New York State

London dispatch quotes Milwaukee interview with Mr Bryan in which he says he feels certain of carrying New York and has never doubted his election. He asserts confidence ahead of the election and emphasizes free silver support in the state.

Bryan New York London The Chronicle Milwaukee

Voorhees Sidelined by Illness in Campaign News

Senator Voorhees appears very ill and may be unable to participate in the campaign. Private chatter and conjecture fill political circles as labor day games and sports scores appear in city reports alongside fragmented notes on teams and players.

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Jackson County Horticultural Society Formed and Plans Abilene Speech

Horticulturists in Jackson County organized the Jackson County Horticultural Society. The group planned a fruit display at the county fair this fall. Elected officers include President Fogg Willers Tice, Treasurer Jacob Hixon, Secretary O F Dixon, and Promoter Thomas Ashton Watson. Breidenthal announced Tom Watson will give his third speech in Texas at Abilene on Saturday the 22nd.

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McKinley to Speak in Topeka at G A R Reunion

Major William McKinley likely to headline the Topeka G A R reunion tour, with initial speech planned in Topeka. Key backers include Major T J Anderson and Cyrus Leland amid a contested push by General Alger and supporters to secure his appearance.

Bryan invited to visit Kansas for reunion meeting

Johnson of Peabody Kansas reports a back and forth about Senator Bryan attending a state reunion. He notes discussions with Senator Jones and discrepancies in the printed programme and invitations. Bryan is expected to speak at two or three Kansas locations before the election, regardless of reunion plans.

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Train Attack by Negro Gang Terrorizes Passengers

A westbound Santa Fe train number 7, arriving at 5:15 p.m., was seized by a mob of about 20 intoxicated Negro youths, half women, armed with revolvers and rifles. They robbed passengers, fired through car floors, and terrorized travelers, with conductor Campbell briefly threatened. Police vowed full investigation and pursuit of offenders, while company officials condemned the atrocity and promised punishment.

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Mercury Climbs With Autumn Weather Fluctuations

The piece notes temperatures reaching as high as 86 and dipping to 56 with a pleasant autumn pattern of cool nights. It mentions a holiday and the weather bureau staff away on a fishing trip, leaving the forecast to a single observer.

Weather Bureau

Hagan 18 Back Rally Aims to Unite Sound Money Democrats

Kansas national committeeman Eugene Hagan reports from Indianapolis, praising the Chicago convention and urging “old fashioned” Democrats to rejoin the party. He predicts sweeping victories for sound money candidates in Kentucky, Tennessee, New York, and other states, while outlining plans to organize in Kansas with literature and speeches to win hesitant voters.

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Election turnout in Missouri expected to exceed 150000 votes

A Little Rock dispatch reports Missouri’s statewide election drawing the largest vote in years. Projected totals range from 150000 to 175000, aided by poll tax payments. Democratic leader Armstrong predicts Colonel E W Jones will win over 160000 votes by at least a 50 000 majority, while Populist Colonel Files trails with about 36000. Two years ago Barker, the Populist candidate, had 24182 votes.

St Lowis Post-Dispatch Little Rock Ark Clarke Suditer Armstrong Democratic State Central Committee E. W. Jonga Colonel Files D. EB. Barker

Dooms Dispensaries Revelations Hurt South Carolina System

Revelations of corruption in the South Carolina dispensary system ignite intense debate ahead of tomorrow’s U S Senate election. The clash involves Governor Evans and Judge Earle with Mixson’s dispensary administration at the center, as partisans on both sides acknowledge the charges threaten the dispensary's future.

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Troops to Attend Fall Festival and State Reunion

General Wesley Merritt issues authorization for infantry from Fort Leavenworth to march to Fort Riley during Fall Festival week. Cavalry units from Fort Riley may also be brought, with plans and letters confirming the arrangement. The event aims to draw crowds and include Kansas National Guards and old soldiers, with a reception by fifteen counties and a special committee meeting upcoming.

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Ladies Benefit Horse Races For Flower Parade

A Friday afternoon race meeting, on September 11, raises funds for the Plural Parade committee. Bets tember 11 features six races with yearling trots and roadster events, including multiple owners and trainers. Admission is 25 cents and proceeds will aid the flower parade organizers.

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Death of Dr W B Gibson in Las Vegas New Mexico

Dr W B Gibson longtime physician died at Santa Fe hospital Las Vegas New Mexico at 6 49 pm after years of intestinal trouble Mrs Glhnot present at his death He recently returned from Topeka to seek temperate climate He had been in charge of the Santa Fe dispensary for six years Interment likely at Topeka cemetery funeral plans incomplete Examinations for high school admission set for Thursday September 16 830 am

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