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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1895
Page
4
The State Journal Opera Paper of Topeka by Frank P MacLexnan delivers daily by carrier for 10 cents a week in Topeka and suburbs and at same prices in towns where the paper has circulation.
The Topeka Capital shows record daily averages in 1904 and 1885, surpassing peers in Topeka and Shawnee County. The Star Journal trails in local reach, while the Starl Journal’s circulation remains the strongest in nearby towns, with evening editions spreading AP and state news.
Aug 1 weather reports show showers and fair conditions for Kansas with variable winds. Commentary questions currency and saloon prosecutions while noting gold reserves and bond issues. debates over Dawes decisions and Jackson’s death hint at shifting political balance and appointments.
A system on the train carries such burdens and efforts to ease suffering are superficial. Without fees there would be no such occurrences, but root causes remain unaddressed.
A long critique of gold standard arguments amid silver coinage talk. It cites figures on money in circulation, possible silver value under free coinage, and the potential impact on gold reserves. Mentions the Indianapolis Journal editorial stance and questions the data behind gold advocates. Reports on slander suppression society in Ava Prussia, Populist party strength in Kansas, and a Kansas well project and local train promotion.
Enthusiasts foresee a hopeful shift for farmers signaling improved conditions and opportunities. Leaders advocate modern methods and technology to boost yields. Community voices emphasize resilience and proactive adaptation to market changes.
The article argues that electric power and science will transform agriculture. It envisions cities expanding markets for farm produce, dairy efficiency from silos and separators, new feeds and aerators, and widespread electric equipment. It predicts better farm houses, fences, roads, and extensive fish culture while railroads and storage batteries connect farms to markets.
A collage of humorous and odd Kansas notes from local towns. Mentions Wichita pasturing sheep, a farmer awarding a subscription to the Severance News, playful quips about girls and money, a baby with three tongues, a treasonous Osage farmer warning trespassers, and a $150 excursion rate tied to Emporia’s ball series. Also references a new Missouri Pacific depot in Atchison, a bias-free Raymond newspaper, and light gossip about a Sterling girl, J. Frank Smith as state editor, and a cob pipe factory at Quenemo.
General Coxey and his wife arrive in Kansas City en route to Kingsville Missouri where he plans a lecture on business depression and its remedy. He explains lack of Washington marches due to no organizer and cites education and ballot power as the path to elect representatives who will enact reform.
In San Francisco on August 1 Associate Justice Field’s successor is debated among four: Postmaster General Wilson Senator Lindsay Don M Dickinson and Secretary Carlisle. Lindsay is seen as the most capable, Dickinson and Lindsay considered likely picks, with a confirmation session possible before October. Mineral Water advertised at end.
The Labor Day committee met at Trades Assembly hall to organize events. Talks included securing Senator Ingalls or Peffer as speakers, a two mile race for men, a ten mile boys race, exhibition riding for ladies, and a ball game for a $10 gold medal between printers and cigar makers. The pig catching novelty is planned with Sumuelson holding the pig. P H Gil leads as chief marshal with Gormley’s band to provide music. a follow up committee meeting is set for next Friday night amid baking powder reports.
An ex Alderman from Leavenworth, planning to escort a New York widow to Leavenworth, was found drunk waiting for a late train. A boy fetched whiskey, he drunkenly raved about personal liberty, was dragged from the tracks, and the bride discovered he was a widower in scandal. The episode ends with his departure for New York. Relays football team tour plans and lodging details for the Reliances squad.
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