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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1897
Page
4
The Topeka Daily State Journal reports its first quarter of 1897 as the best circulation period in the paper’s history, surpassing all prior records.
The Topeka State Journal details its circulation growth to about 11,917 daily in the first quarter and a 3-month total of 317.50 printed copies. It notes an average daily print run averaging over 11,000, supported by wire service data. The article describes its downtown headquarters at Kansas Avenue and Fifth Street, with a state‑of‑the‑art printing plant and a double-tracked press lineup.
Amid a street car fare dispute in Indianapolis, 3 cent limit on fares becomes law but challenged by transit firms. After a governor’s proclamation, operators refuse to drop the old rate, prompting threats of mob action. Citizens insist on upholding the law while awaiting court orders as legal battles unfold.
A Michigan legislative report on railroads argues populist rhetoric and party divisions, urging state action to curb railroad abuses. It recommends a governor appointed arbitration committee, state jurisdiction over freight trains, mandatory car allocation, liability for misdelivery, incorporation of fast freight lines, and uniform freight rates with clear weight and shipment terms. The proposals echo earlier calls by leaders to curb discrimination and ensure timely service.
Report from the imperial state of New York where a proposed measure by a Kanes statesman met derisive laughter. The piece notes public disbelief at lawmakers and criticizes the senate for a cartoon ban bill resembling folly.
The passage reflects on American drama, noting that political history unfolds in dramatic incidents and that love as a central theme dominates much of the stage. It cites Shore Acres and Pudd'nhead Wilson as successful departures from convention, marking a hopeful culmination of American drama. It emphasizes writers who understand society portray love and lovers in varied lights.
Weather sketch for Chicago and Kansas shows warmer conditions for Sunday. Kansas may experience fresh to brisk southerly winds with advancing warm air through the day.
The piece compares city debts across U S cities showing New York as a municipal giant, with Boston St Louis Chicago and others carrying varied debts. It notes debt linked to governance history more than population, listing figures for cities like Philadelphia Pittsburgh Detroit Milwaukee Providence and Syracuse and more.
A critical piece reviews Lord Byron's character and poetry, noting his aristocratic nature, public deeds, and misjudgments by friends and foes. It discusses his turbulent temperament, generosity, and the tension between fame and virtue, concluding with reflections on his moral complexity and artistic moments.
A review notes the new book by Beatrice Harraden, Two Hemlet Seekers in Southern California, and praises Miss Murridenserace of ctyle while critiquing the sensational tone. The Los Angeles critic lauds Harraden as English and capable of striking discovery, contrasting with a fatalistic view of dangers in the Southwest and likening it to a distant London murder figure.
Missouri university students declare a campaign against unsightly shirt tags on campus. They urge peers to remove or mutilate tags with knives and scissors, guarding the action as they collect tags outside the haw building.
A Chicago Tribune report describes a mysterious airship whose changing forms and erratic course intrigue observers from Topeka to Wisconsin. Citizens compare it to a paper airplane, a ship of the air, or a lanterned contraption, while scientists debate its nature and purpose amid Easter preparations and public fascination.
The piece warns against overwork and neglect of health urging care of eating rest and sleep. It extols Dr Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery for liver digestion and blood health claiming it cures many wasting diseases and improves strength. It cites Dr Pierce’s credentials and offers a free medical book and a pamphlet from the Dispensary Medical Association.
Fragmentary text shows a speaker opposing a broad consensus on trade policy. It mentions a crowd likened to a hawk from a hand saw and a misimpression of distant air ships, implying a misreading of distant developments and opinions. The readable fragments focus on personal stance versus collective voice.
Chicago, April 1. A cloistered brother of the Resurrectionists, Casimir Zeten, has invented a cloth that reportedly withstood 30 tests by a 30-caliber Winchester at 150 yards. The priest spent four years perfecting the fabric in a Noble Street chapel, aiming to protect officials exposed to gunfire.
The delinquent tax list is smaller than recent years, indicating better finances in Topeka and Shawnee County. Silver Lake, Romanville, Menoken, Williamsport, Dover, and Monmouth list one piece of land each, while Topeka, Soldier and Mission townships show larger lists due to additions. Tecumseh has only three lands on the list. Prompt payments signal a healthy condition, especially among farmers.
To Mexico Any Day in the year. The City of Mexico offers winter charm and summer mists up in the clouds with temperate heat. Round trip excursions via Santa Fe Route. Free literature available from W. J. Black in Topeka. The black Orphan Knight cotta at the fair grounds are a handsome display worth a drive to see them in Keydad.
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