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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1896
Page
2
William J Bryan spoke to a crowded Wilmington audience denouncing the silver and bond policies of the government. He framed the treasury as controlled by Wall Street trusts and pled to fight syndicates, promising independence from financial magnates if elected.
The passage cites a Canton speech by a Republican candidate praising 30 years of protective policy and national prosperity while criticizing low prices for farmers. It contrasts producers and non producers, warns against drones in the economy, and invokes German policy to illustrate class conflict, with applause at several points.
In Dover and Newcastle, William Jennings Bryan argued that laws would not be enforced against campaign fund contributors if the Chicago ticket prevailed. He claimed fear among officials and supporters, noting the lack of party nominations and riffing on free coinage.
Complete prize list for best decorated vehicles horses and bicycles on exhibition, with first second third prizes and donors. Includes cash awards, dresses, gloves, wares, riding gear, and accessories. categories cover wagons ponies horses ridden by ladies or gentlemen and youths, plus bicycle prizes for the parade.
The best decorated single bicycle for ladies awards a first prize saddle. Second prize is a salt salt prize valued at 310, provided by Mille Adams company. Third prize a bag valued at 3 with cash in lieu. A separate entry notes a best decorated single bicycle for gentlemen offering a Girard saddle valued at 33 from C. B. Townsend.
In Washington on September 22 Cardinal Tolkt tried a bicycle gifted by a well known manufacturer. The legation's large ballroom was converted into a riding academy where clergy taught him to ride. The apostolic delegates watched as he and priests maneuvered the wheel around a central table with cautious confidence until balance was achieved.
The Western Passenger association sets one fare for round trips from all eastern committee territory points to Canton. Rates apply only to western gateways within the territory and can be used for leasing from beyond. Time arrangements are set by the railroads.
Havana dispatches report that on Wednesday three men described as kidnappers Manuel Rodrigues Manuel Perez and Victor Santa Cruz will be garrotted. Another figure Francisco Boroso Cumbre labeled rebel incendiary will be shot today at Matanzas. A related note mentions Samuel T Tolans brother and Jose Lago Leal sent to a penal settlement off Morocc offshore coast.
Harrisburg reports Governor Hoelting signed two pardons for John Bardsley former city treasurer of Philadelphia who on July 2 18xx was sentenced to 13 years for misappropriating over a half million in city and state funds while in office. The action credited to health issues though no reason was given.
A Moody mass meeting in Chicago on September 22 urged Christians nationwide to observe Thursday October 8 as a day of fasting confession and prayer to seek divine guidance amid rising political and sectional tension. The resolutions urged gatherings in churches and other venues in the afternoon or evening to unite in prayer for restraint, wisdom, and peace.
Kansas City September 22 Governor Stone has not replied to AE Stilwell’s offer of $1000 for the Bryan campaign fund if the governor can prove coercion of Kansas City Pillsboro and Gulf railway employees to vote for him. Stilwell denies pressuring his 6000 workers and challenges Stone to prove otherwise, while criticizing finance denouncers and defending his management of his business. Republican rally in Rosedale greets Cleveland name as speakers from Wyandotte county. DeWitt Witch Hazel Salve and laundry services advertised.
Paris Sept 22 United States ambassador James B Bustos received a letter from P J Tynan the alleged dynamite conspirator in custody at Bordeaux dated Tuesday Tynan pledged his honor that aid means certain death to him He urged U S intervention to prevent extradition and cited Irish valor Fontenoy and gratitude to the gallant nation Bustos notified the French government of the letter and Tynan as an American citizen The British embassy has not yet received formal extradition request from London and the French foreign office refused information
San Kimble of Manhattan advised at a gold standard Democrats meeting that the best tactic in a silver debate is not to argue if avoidable. If forced to speak, he urged to brace up and talk the fastest and loudest to make the point clear.
Helen Gougar, a leading free silver advocate, visited New York yesterday morning and spoke at the Hollenden before heading to Bedford to lecture on woman suffrage. Traveling under the national party executive committee, she urged support for the national ticket where electors are nominated and otherwise backed William J Bryan. She praised Bryan’s character and affirmed belief in women stump speakers.
Public notices invite float builders for the Dragon parade to report by September 21 with plan details and horses, and require compliance with height limits and construction plans. The committee also urges fiesta participants to join the Thursday parade, with approvals routed to C H Titus. Train and tour ads promote Burlington Route through services and homeseekers’ excursions with dates and fares.
A promotional booklet titled Financial Rhots In South Missouri offers sixty engraved views to illustrate the region’s production and topography. The publisher J BLOCK WOOD, Ansan City, and J W PHILLIPS advertise free mail delivery and mineral water, inviting home seekers and investors to learn about Missouri’s western landscapes and opportunities.
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