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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1897
Page
4
The Topeka Daily State Journal highlights a sworn, detailed statement showing a daily circulation exceeding all Topeka dailies. It notes a new double front building, a fast web press, and 43 route carriers earning over 10,000 annually, with yearly averages rising from 800 in 1885 to 10,769 in 1896.
The proposal suggests consolidating all government science efforts under one umbrella to gain uniform progress and avoid duplications. It argues current departmental silos waste time and talent, urging a coordinated approach to study earth, waters, ecosystems, and related fields for better results.
A London noble traveled to South Africa with few possessions and began a restaurant named Pant ners Paradise. He allegedly stored diamonds found in chicken crops, amassing about $15,000,000 from epalitors as miners roamed. An alternate tale credits poker for most wealth. sources vary.
A fragmented montage reports a Bush-4 of corn unit costing four galinga of whisky, corn at 19 cents per bushel, and a claimed four-cent gallon price for a perilous drink. The item blends notices from Hassell Journal and local chatter about prices, taxes, and a theater church contrast.
A public letter discusses the Williams bill proposing sale of county offices by auction. It analyzes how buyers might overpay, fund offices via salaries or side businesses, and potential broader effects on immigration and transport. The writer insists the piece is in the public interest and notes no payment from Mr. Williams.
A ragged collection of trivial incidents from multiple towns recounts a citizen’s tall tale about a coyote bite, Uncle John Higgins’ near-dishonorable wrestling mishap, and a newborn baby in a county couple. Ed Kirwin, Judge Cressit, and new county attorney are named amid humor and small-town gossip. Reports cover a dog fight, weather delaying work for Jewell City women, a William Dalrymple dance, an editor’s accidental night off, and a butcher’s public reputation with widows shopping for meat.
An article, citing Dr A Fournier, describes the muscular reactions during a bicycle crash moment and the body’s full contraction. It also reports a Frederickstown man cured of chronic diarrhea after using Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy, with relief after the first dose and complete cure after continued use.
The Dutch treat clubs grow in popularity as young men join theater outings by sharing costs. Members pay only for theater tickets and supper, with a chaperone and privileges, making attendance affordable.
A damaged page fragment describes a woman’s note found near a window claiming a letter theft and mentioning Mira Surtiliaan’s death. It cites an empty chloro bottle and multiple addressed letters, with names, locations in Chicago and Elkhart, Ind. The handwriting is described as feminine and un signed, tied to an accusation about a World’s Fair editor.
A fractured report from Pittsburgh and New York states the steel rail pool has collapsed. Prices drop to $18 a ton in Chicago and about $21.25 in Pittsburgh, with eastern mills undercutting to near $16. Manufacturers cut production to push prices toward the new lower levels.
In Gollen City Missouri on February 10 Jennie Henman daughter of City Assessor Wickman attempted a car theft but her plan failed when the fire was saved by police. Bevh Weeks was implicated. arrest followed of Mica Hickinas a social favorite. Burglary charges against Henman were dropped as the case moved through the local scene.
Balt Lake City Feb 1 Provo woolen mills in Utah closed last night after a wage dispute with workers who demanded one third paid in cash instead of one quarter. The company had ordered cloth shipments to Chicago and Milwaukee and had previously paid a quarter of wages in cash. Directors refused the wage demand and contractorswarned.
A local dramatic news note reports Sousa's band drew a pretty good matinee crowd. The program featured march classics and selections of both classical and popular music with vocal solos by Elizabeth Sorthrip and instrumental pieces by Arthur Pryor. The performance ran two hours from 2 to 4 pm before the group headed to Emporia for another engagement.
Special Correspondence from New York notes James J. Corbett and Robert Fitzsimmons spar for the world title with a $15,000 purse and $10,000 stake, set for March 17 with Nevada as a likely site. Expert opinions favor Fitzsimmons, Corbett, or a decisive finish, with critics split on who will prevail.
The writer assesses Corbett and Fitzsimmons as rivals, praising Corbett's cleverness yet noting doubts about his heart, while acknowledging Fitzsimmons as a hard hitter with determination. The piece predicts the forthcoming battle will reveal who truly holds superiority and whether Fitzsimmons can reach Corbett.
A sportswriter lauds James Corbett as a strong bet in boxing and recalls his bouts in Australia and San Francisco. He concedes Peter Jackson’s superiority and argues Corbett is among the cleverest and evenly matched fighters seen in the ring.
The record suggests a close bout with Corbett now bigger stronger and craftier. Fitz faces a 15 to 20 pound disadvantage yet may rely on hitting hard though landing seems unlikely against the elusive Corbett who cruises to a long fight.
Kid Lavigne disputes Sam Fitzpatrick on Fitzs fight prospects with Corbett. He contends Corbett has advantages in skill and size but Fitz holds reach and punching power, arguing a game plan could close the gap. He recalls Dick Burge as a tougher comparison and says Fitz must endure red hot jabs to prevail.
Gary Farig rs quotes Steve O'Donnell praising Jim Corbett as the greatest fighter in the world. He recounts sparring in America and Australia, notes Corbett's scientific defense and perfect guard, and predicts Corbett will beat Bob Fitzsimmons in 10 to 20 rounds depending on Fitzsimmons' pace.
A speaker recalls Mire O Dennett training with Bob Fitzsimmons and Jim Corbett for the Charley Mitchell bout in Jacksonville Florida. He rates Corbett higher in all-round boxing than Fitzsimmons except power, notes Corbett’s speed and scientific style, and predicts Corbett will win in a display of skill over 8 to 20 rounds depending on Fitzsimmons pace.
W S Hayzs notes both fighters snap a barrel of courage and similar reach and height. Fitz is the better puncher, with noted comebacks and luck. Riley Grannan backs Fitz. author plans to bet on the lucky brick top ped fighter though Corbett seems favored in betting.
A brief comic exchange aboard a car with an Ancient Brute apologizing about a draft and the Lady Passenger gratefully replying she was forling the window a little. There are some empty carriages forward.
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