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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Sep 18, 1896

Page

2

McKinley Speech Appeals to Braddock Workmen in Canton

Major McKinley’s address before Braddock labor groups in Canton highlights tariff defense, calls for stable currency, and unity between labor and capital. He praises Republican aims, cites wage data, and urges workers to back his party for national prosperity and lawfulness.

James G Blaine Eittad United States Asia Republican Party Armertom McKinley Pia Gruman McKintay

Bank of England meeting debates silver currency policy

London reports a volatile Bank of England session where stockholder John Jones attacked the silver currency as a debasement of value. He argued silver held nominal value while trade realities were ignored, criticized government policy on silver reserves, and warned of broader injustice and impact on commerce. A related note mentions a guards training event at Fort Riley during October.

London Bank of England John Jones Queen Victoria Queen Elizabeth Washington India Jones Nbt

Wakarten Picnic Train Leaves at Nine O Clock

The Wakarten Picnic Train departs at nine o clock and returns later the same day. The event invites families to join a day of travel and leisure aboard the special train for a wholesome outing.

Wakarten Fury

Bones of Holmes Victims Found Near Wilmette Grave

In woods between North Evanston and Wilmette a grave with human bones, including a skull, was found by A H Parker and his wife. Police suspect the remains may belong to victims of the 19th century killer. The bones appear recently interred within two years and show no clothing.

Chicago Evanston Wilmette A.H. Parker Holmes St Wilmette

Penitentiary Board Fires Four Wardens Over Convict Cruelty

In Little Rock on September 15 the state penitentiary board discharged wardens at Wests Camp Galisway Gray and Wrightsville riding bows Wrightsville after Auditor Mills reported cruel treatment of convicts. Two enslaved men escaped, were recaptured and severely whipped with neck rings chained to their necks then the guards staged a drunken kangaroo court. Mills ordered rings removed and the home Negroes whipped again before the sentence was executed.

Little Rock Ark State Penitentiary Board C. GB. Mills West's Galisway Camp Gray Camp Wrightsville Ag Wrightsville Ad- Skhor Mills Karixaroo

Britain Holds Line as Continental Press Attacks

London reports that the foreign office released an official note denying any change in policy toward the east. It states Britain remains in accord with powers, cannot cooperate with the Porte, and must stand aside to hope for a more favorable outcome amid public pressure and disruptive events in Constantinople.

London Foreign Office Great Britain Britain

Big Claims For Bryan From Democratic Committees

Chicago report from the Democratic headquarters quotes a forecast showing William Jennings Bryan leading in 26 of 46 states with 224 electoral votes. States listed include California Illinois Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maryland Wisconsin and others with estimated vote margins ranging from 6 000 to 45 000 in Bryan's favor.

Demoserstic Chicago Preas National Demotroc Fouleche Bryan Alabamaa Thete California Illinois Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maryland Sic Winconsis Wycoming

National Campaign Club Meeting Delayed To October In St Louis

Washington Sept 2 The national meeting of the liver party campaign clubs has moved from September 24 in Chicago to October 1 in St Louis with plans for a joint meeting with the Democratic clubs. Senator Hill gave no comment on Buffalo convention outcomes. The Burlington Route promotes fast trains to the East including standard sleepers and vestibulated services to Chicago and St Louis. Frank Nelson continues electrifying talks and is scheduled to speak at the Wakarusa picnic Saturday morning and at Carbondale area events.

Washington Sep Aliver Party Chicago St. Louis Ana St Louis Burlington Treveling E Pibile Venribolnd Kansan City Bt Joseph St Louis Chicaza Ghicuse Scieute Burlingtes Frank Nelson

Bryan Attacks Gold Standard Ploy Across Rallies

In Raleigh and Goldsboro NC on Sept 15 18 William Jennings Bryan denounces Republican appeals to class and church groups to back the gold standard. He warns ministers and teachers against silver opponents and urges voters to choose sides, citing Dives and Laurus as contrasts.

Raleleh N. C Bryan Nash H.W. Aver Republican National Committee Republican Party Boney United States Republican Committee Clasece New York Tim Laurus Gold Standard Goldsboro N.C Mr. Bryan Selma Baltimore Washington O. T. Brute

Good Words for Festival atchison Globe Advises All the People

The Atchison Globe urges residents to attend the Fall Festival with railroads offering reduced rates and visitors from Topeka expected for parades and hospitalities. It notes a community spirit, beds from Topeka friends, and a desire to repay past generosity through shared celebrations.

Atchison Globe Atchison Onicot Topeka

Kansas woman seller meets Topeka trade leader on trip

Henry Hall reports in the Pittsburg Times that Miss Ella Green a prominent Topeka traveling representative for a large paint firm impressed onlookers with her drive and skill. She recalls starting in books and climbing to 14 years on the road visiting Kansas Oklahoma and the Southwest proving a capable businesswoman despite lingering stereotypes.

Kansas Henry Hall Pittsburg Times West Misa Bila Green Topeka United States Pittsburg ‘Times Republica Congress Jack Harris Mary Ellen Mary Elizabeth Ella Grean Ahe Traylee Oklahoma Diwenurt Colorado Utah Pacific Slope Uhey Hoxile Miss Green Union Pacific North Topeka Eneuptorgr Mies Green Nelle Bly

Teller on the Situation

Washington reports Senator Teller predicts Bryan will win the 1900 election with strong Western support and mixed results in Michigan and Illinois. He cites labor gains for Democrats in Chicago and argues free coinage will prevail, shaping the next administration.

Washington Teller West Bryan East Mr. Bryan Wyoming McKinles California Oregon Mississippi Nebraska Kansas Michigan Efdes Yhiose Observaton Bevan Tllinois Friends of Free Siver Chicago Telfer

Snap Shots in South Missouri book offer

Seer A Look Through Missouri presents a promotional note for a book titled Snap Shots in South Missouri with sixty or more photo engraved views. The Kansas City Fort Scott and Memphis Railroad promotes the work and offers free mailing. John J. Ingalls is listed for talks at 2 p.m. Saturday as the only afternoon speaker. Broken case collars are advertised as smooth by Peeriess Steam Laundry.

Missouri Kansas City Fort Scott John J. Ingalls Peeriess

Fierce Campaign Ahead War Plan From Weyler

New York dispatch from Madrid reports General Weyler plans a vigorous, resolute campaign. He will assume personal command of Pinar del Rio and five other provinces while tight control and massing measures are discussed. The general may revoke pardons to force families with insurgent ties to move into office provinces and treat all suspected persons as enemies.

Weyler New York Herald Madrid Saya Hasanom Gener Wergler Alno Harald Campaien Pinar

Excursion Rates From Santa Fe Route to Nearby Cities

Santa Fe Route offers round trips from Dallas Wichita Burlington Arkansas City Atchison and Ottawa Kans with special fares. Tickets sold range September 1 to 24 with final return limits between September 12 and September 28 depending on the city.

Dallas Tex Arkickets Wichita Retin Burlington Kan Arkansas City Fern Bnelu Atchison Ottawa Kaw

Gay Old Companions Sherman and Vanderbilt Travel for Pleasure

Senator John Sherman and W J Vanderbilt travel together for recreation arriving from Yellowstone Park. They join Major General Miles in Saint Paul with plans to visit Bt Assinaboine. Sherman intends to remarry soon and will deliver a speech at the Auditorium. The group faces a brief stay as they continue to the coast.

John Sherman Vanderbilt St. Pani Mion Melona Mont W. J. Vander Bilt Yeatenday Northern Pacific Yellowstone Park Bt. Assinaboine Sherman

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