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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Sep 11, 1895

Page

3

Pardoning of Potatoes Thief Shocks Buosas City

Gov Morrill pardons Robert Me a Buosas City man who last fall was jailed for petty larceny after pleading guilty to avoid a deeper burglary sentence. He was sentenced to one year in county jail. The Phillips county case awaits a supreme court ruling, with L A Knoas a key figure in horn stealing facing possible release if a new trial is granted.

Morrill Robert Bile Robert Me Buosas City Hile Thia Phillips County Appellais Court Supreme Court L A. Knoas Wit Penitentiars Hit Peerless Laavestworth al Kinsley Butler County Gant Liberty Boone Johnson County Andrew Johnson Douglas County Harry Wyman Harry Baker Brrton County W. E Davin Jackson County Roily Shawnee County Richard O'Neil Greenwood County Newton Guyman Labette County Loula 7 Hendricks Republic County George Boyd Sumner County Perry Kink Crawford County W. FB. Rotbing Revchins County End Werd Devnis Harvey County

Wind and rain repairs seen under $5000 at Normal

State board of public works and State Architect met regents to assess damage from Sunday wind and rain. Repairs including plastering and roof work could be completed for less than $5,000. Captain Seaton said roof can be replaced on current timbers, rear wall needs alterations, and funding may rely on local loans with governor's help. Normal school operates as usual with some rooms damaged.

John Seaton Atchison Bike Heery Topeka State Board of Public Works J. Holland Board of Regents Capt. Beaton Seaton Emporia Dodge Morrill Gymogsium

Irrigation Plant Finished Near Plainville for Experiment

The state irrigation station west of Plainville is completed with the pond core filled by puddling, drenched and tamped for a water seal. A windmill powers pumping, with discharge about sixty gallons per minute. Cost claimed at about $700, slightly more than received. Demonstration awaits next spring. Also notes Ka san Grand Army reunion in Lat in on Sept 24 800 tents ordered. city to be decorated with many officials and veterans organization members assisting in events.

Plainville State E Thomas Crana & Co Kansas City Kasan Grand Army of the Republic John P. Harris Beekman Kelly W. &. Campbell J. Hl. Lockwood A.J. Felt Sidney G. Cooke EN. Morrill RW. Blue J. Ro Burton Harry L. Pestana J. K Hudson Yopelea Capitel John F. O'Leary John J. Sogalis W. A. Peffer Mather Bickerdyke W. HK. CG C. D. Jones F. A Agnew Ed N. Madison W. Y. Morgan Sons of Veterane Woman's Relief Corps

Train Rides Through Flooded Track At Hell's Bend

Eastbound Katy train arriving late yesterday faced a novel ordeal two miles south of the city as water covered the track in Hell's Bend. A curve beside the river and a high bluff left the locomotive and cars passing through flooded rails, marveling passengers and railroad workers.

A. M K.&t Scott Katy Hell's Bend

FITZSIMMONS WANTS IN ON CORBETT FIGHT

Fitzsimmons says he will not fight Corbett in Dallas unless he is admitted to concessions expected to yield substantial profits. He accuses Brady Corbett Joe Wendig and Stewart of Dallas of profiteering from the event and demands a percentage of the proceeds, or he will withdraw.

Catasgo Inter-Ocean Cela Astory Fitzsimmons Corbett Dallas Brady Joe Wendig Stewart Bob

Rifle's awful force devastates man and tree in Sheridan

Sentinel J. M. Kress fatally shot private James Coffee at Fort Sheridan while attempting to escape. Using a new Krag-Jorgensen rifle, Coffee was struck from fifty yards away. the nickel point passed through Coffee's head, pierced a tree eight inches thick, and buried three feet deep in the hillside beyond.

Cmiaco Sentinel

Ex-Congressman McShane Charged in Swindle Case

In facaco Sept 11 Ex-Congressman John A McShane of Omaha was arraigned on charges of conspiring with Chicago attorney KF HS Culver to defraud Bartlett & Reach real estate firm of 65000. He seeks immediate trial while case is continued. McShane denies guilt and vows damages for false imprisonment.

StoShane Omaha Facaco John A. McShane KF HS

Perry memory and Newport ties marked by salute and celebration

Oliver Hazard Perry Belmont, descendant of Commodore Perry, marked the Lake Erie victory anniversary at Belcourt with a 21-gun salute from Newport artillery and fireworks. The event honored Perry’s legacy in Newport, followed by a dance and formal observances.

Telmont Lake Erie Newrosar Oliver Hazard Perry Newport Oliver Hazard Perry Belmont Commodore Perry Helmont Ul Court

North Topeka Social Notes and Local Doings

North Topeka items report illness and travel among residents. John Tracey of Menoken is sick with malaria fever. Herley Tramilton returns from Colorado. Bert Thorne takes a wagonyard job. Families travel to Louisville and Lawrence for education and visits. marriages planned for Maud Allen and Robert Smith. Local business and society items include millinery buying, elevator construction by Forbes Bros, and kindergarten association meeting at Mrs Skinner’s.

John Tracey Menoken Herley Tramilton Colorado Bert Thorne Rock Island Mia N. F. Conkle Misa Adair Louisville Celia Bngland Lawrences The State University Kitty Dolman Otie Henry Steele Rock Creek Ayers M. Ludwick Eskridge J. R. McNary Fred Carson Lawrence W. L. Jessup North Topeka Horton C. D. Skinner A. J. Arnold S. Forbes Broa North Topeke Mra Mery P. Rene Central City

Local notices and advertisements in Kansas town

A mix of business ads and brief notes lists garages, livery stables offering board for ten dollars monthly, hardware, bicycles, carriage works, meats and groceries, restaurants, and a drug store. It mentions Carriage works at 117 West Laurent, bicycle agent E G Lacey, and other merchants. Social items include a Rock Island yard master hurt, a Jefferson county settlers reunion, and a watermelon party hosted by Mrs J W Lung for her son Harry Sullivan playing ball with Circleville.

Ledge & Colvin West Norrie Street Prattorth Raves J. Arnold &Fen North Kansas Avenue Munyer I. &. Heller N. Kan A. J. Proudiit North Topeka Aoa West Laurent Street Rock Island Thomas C. Dick Capital Elevator Nottonville Jefferson County W. T. EK Robert Morris Mra Samuel J. Reader Soldier Creek Oscar Bischoff Pfeiffer Ells County Kansas John Wiley Quincy Street Clarence Willete Colorado Silver City New Mexico Sante Fe Mra JW Lung Harry Sullivan Circleville Lodee Paramore Vera Dolman Jessie Bickel Fanny

Market Report From Sept 11 Heavy Wheat Slump Tools Decrease

Today’s market notes a weak trend across commodities with heavy Northwestern wheat receipts. Corn and oats show soft demand and steady prices, while pork futures decline. Texas and western cattle receipts improve, with mixed hog and beef numbers. skim through Chicago and Topeka summaries for price ranges and market tone.

Associated Press Crreaso Gsly Stosller Sula Starket Beever Bianeas Kansas Texas

Wheat market turmoil hints at cautious buying

Market gossip reports mixed signals on wheat with declines and potential buying, noting weak corn demand and cautious sentiment. Chicago and Minneapolis trade chatter cites large shipments, government crop figures, and futures activity, while global prices show uneven movement in London Paris and Berlin.

New York London Europe Mark Lane Paris St.—Louis Chicago Hoop Pole Posey County Indiana Baldwin and Parvum Kuanas City Omaha Minneapolis Northwestern England Liverpool Paria Berlin Ehoan Minnéapolia Carado Duluth Caila

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