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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1897
Page
4
The Topeka Daily State Journal reports its first quarter showing exceeds all former circulation records in the paper history, highlighting unprecedented reach for the period.
The State Journal shows circulation gains under Biracot management with an average rise from 80 to over 11,000, while claiming dominance among Kansas daily papers. The paper notes staffing needs, carrier requirements, and a new permanent home at the southeast corner of Kansas Avenue and Eighth Street in Topeka, highlighting a modern double front brick building and a Perfecting printing press.
The piece argues government seizure of the Carnegie armor plate factory to supply armor plate for public use, pitting government control against trusts. Senator Chandler leads the push, noting trust arrogance and calls for government price settings and possible appropriation. The author praises Chandler and anticipates strong party backing as the issue tests state power over industry.
A biographical sketch traces Mrs Besant from early life through her advocacy of social reform and theosophy. It covers her shift from pacifism to socialism, her influence on university circles, and her belief in reform via spiritual ethics. The piece notes support from The Journal for vigilant, nonpartisan governance and critiques of party corruption.
Digest of several clipped quotes from Kansas papers highlighting political chatter. Emporia rejects 4 han Ramed Idieman for city marshal by 627 majority while other items joke about politics and local happenings.
Dr Henry Smith Williams argues that about 1061 children in the United States are public charges with 25 090 listed as juvenile delinquents or special needs. Most live in almshouses or orphanages, costing the state about 10 million dollars yearly. He praises private endowments and charities, notes mixed results from New York and California experiments, and champions placing dependent children in normal homes with official support and supervision.
A humorous column notes Count Tolstoy’s wife as a key coauthor and editor, handling manuscripts and copies for decades. It groups this with other light items from Globe Sights and a weather-ticket notice, including a travel deal to St Louis from the Santa Fe route.
The Chicago News notes a mild complaint by Hon. Lyman J. Gage about lobbyists at his office and his new fee policy. It critiques office seekers and argues government serves the greatest number, while many in Washington seek solexity jobs amid McKinley’s rise. It questions how long a citizen must wait for rewards for backing McKinley.
London April 14 a hat dissent unfolds as Lady Douglas Galton urges British women to discard flower garden hats on Jubilee day in favor of limited height toques. Milliners resist funding the shift while public opinion grows wary of fashion dictates amid jubilee preparations and social scrutiny.
London April 14 Lord Wolseley not likely to remain in command long due to advanced stomach cancer. He has returned to duty at Horse Guards but physicians have little hope of prolonging his life beyond year end. His daughter Frances would inherit the title Viscountess Wolseley, with succession rules outlined.
An article promotes a home remedy for catarrh of the stomach detailing symptoms such as bloating sour insides and gas. It claims digestion will improve after meals using Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets containing Diastase Aseptic Pepelit Nux and Golden Seal. It cites a testimonial from N J Booker Chicago and notes availability at drug stores.
Mrs Catherine A Tingley theosophist crusader returns to New York and debuts a play titled The First Crusade at Knickerbocker Athletic Club on Madison Avenue. The work portrays crusaders from many nations meeting in harmony with Truth guiding America. Miss Marke Orm portrays the Goddess of Liberty and Miss Ralston embodies Truth.
Dr H W Roby reports success with semi tropical shrubs at his country estate south of the city. Magnolias bloom full size in open air, with one tree four years old and four to five feet high. A banana tree nearly seven feet tall grows in a tub, likely to bloom and bear fruit this year. The garden features rare plants not equaled east of Shaw's garden, St Louis.
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