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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1897
Page
4
A garrier notes a sporadic route across multiple parts of Tupeke or Senia with uncertain pricing and savings claims. The entry references a yearly work edition and a path description that is partially illegible, reflecting a damaged newspaper snippet.
The Topeka Daily State Journal reports its first quarter of 1897 exceeds all former circulation records in the paper’s history, highlighting unprecedented readership for the period.
The State Journal reports on its daily circulation trends over several years and months, noting averages and growth. It discusses the paper’s management, location, and facilities, including printing details and a description of the newsroom locale. It asserts circulation figures and growth with references to past years and current reporting.
The lengthy libel suit over claims against the State Journal ends with a verdict for the defense after a swift jury deliberation. Judge Haren affirms vindication and notes the paper published the truth, while plaintiffs face financial losses and criticisms of the litigation strategy and party politics.
Death of William Steele Holman, noted as watchdog of the treasury, triggers election by Governor Mount within sixty days. Marcus Sulzer is likely to be renominated by Republicans, while Democrats may field John Overmeyer, Allen W. Clark, or others as formidable candidates.
A Havana dispatch reports Rome rejects the depreciated banknotes by denying church use of new "shin plasters" for baptisms weddings and masses. Government payments and church fees now face old notes. Cuba loses faith in Spanish promises as the bank shifts coins to Spain amid a scramble to back depreciated currency with no silver or collateral.
Gale L. Spalding, of Lawrence, was arrested and to be tried for assault and indani aw after attacking a young woman at her home. He seized her at the gate, nearly choking her, then fled. He boarded with her family, claimed love, and his mind is reported unburned.
New York announces the marriage of Miss Filenberh lew Kirkland known as Odette Tyler the actress to Rezin Davis Shepherd of Shepherdstown W V I in this city. After the wedding she returns to Boston where she had been appearing in Secret Service. Shepherd’s father commanded a division in the Confederate army. Odette Tyler was born in the South and educated in New York before entering the stage. Harmony Hall Festival Chorus will meet at Harmony hall instead of Ham Item hall as previously announced.
North Topeka brief entries list Mrs J M Wilkerson and Mrs G W Miner visiting, Mr Tim Lynch from Kansas City and PF Lacks at Grain Dealers meeting, Lane family barn debate, and a string of neighborly updates including illnesses, entertainments, and a local accident with a broken wrist.
A receiver was appointed in Madison by Judge Jenkins for the Superior Consolidated Land Company based on a $10,000 judgment. The Milwaukee attorneys also represented the Northern Pacific Rail Road with a $25,000 note and $200,000 in bonds. Solon W. Perrin was jailed on a $50,000 bond. The company, with $2.6 million capital stock, has secured debts around $850,400 including $350,000 in taxes. The article also reports unrelated local crime notes about a horse theft near Topeka.
Peter Maher again proves his punching power in Philadelphia on April 27 beating O D O Donnell. Early rounds show Maher pressuring the challenger while O Donnell struggles to respond. Crowd notes Maher’s balance and accuracy as the bout unfolds with visible impact and a decisive finish. The event featured clean attire from Peerless Steam Laundry at 112 and 114 West 3rd Street.
City water turned milky and muddy after a flood surge filled a sandbar well near the plant. Manager Shaw says the issue arose from river high water and an undersized well roof letting dirty river water seep in. Crews attempted to flush mains. water should normalize by evening after cleaning.
Springfield April 27. An ancient red granite stone on Hans Mitchell farm near Lagonda is linked to frontier fighter Simon Kenton who reportedly planned a mill store here after leaving Kentucky with Boone. War disruptions halted work. the rock will be moved to Brysler park with Kenton era depots carved on its surface.
In Portland Maine a letter from Neal Dow argues that drug stores cannot sell liquor and urges strict penalties, state agents and local inspectors to curb grog shops. Dow advocates no court discretion or continuances and insists on immediate remedies in the first trial to deter liquor sales.
A color photography demonstration before the Society of Chemical Industry at the College of Pharmacy reports the new Paris invention by Viiedicu Chessagne. Prints developed here show color through sequential washes of colored solutions creating color hues. In weeks, photos of scenery and people may display nature’s lines and shades.
The comptroller announces dividends for national banks including Pins National Bank of Visnpla Dane of Carnedian receiving 7 percent, Merchants National Bank of Great Para Mont 23 percent, and First National Bank Vernon Tex. Also notes Dewitt’s Witch Hazel Salve claims and DeWitt’s Little Barry Pills for ailments, with local ad at 622 Kansas Ave.
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