Topeka State Journal Circulation Achievements Highlight
A sworn statement details the Topeka Daily State Journal growth over fifteen months with a seven column format, new building, and fast web press. It notes daily averages around 10,625 for early 1896, 43 route carriers, over $10,000 annual carrier pay, and guaranteed circulation larger than any Topeka daily per the American Newspaper Directory.
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New State Journal
the State Journal
Topeka
American
Topeka Daily State Journal
Topeka State Journal Subscription Terms
Subscription terms listed for the Parly edition with carrier delivery in Topeka and suburbs, and in other towns with carrier systems. Details include price per week, mailing option, and office contact at Topeka State Journal Building 50 Wanans avenue near EERIE.
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Cartner
Topeka
Transas
Mull
Topeka State Journal
Bulding
Wanans Avenue
Eerie
There Is Nothing The Matter With Kansas
A Philadelphia Telegraph piece reprinted in the Pittsburg Times argues Kansas is not at fault. It notes Kansas wealth and growth since 30 years ago, contrasting per capita wealth with national averages, cites farm values and mortgages, and dismisses agitators while questioning tariff and currency policy debates and Senator Peffer’s banking plan.
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Kinsey
Simpsons
Siace
Kansas
Aiuto
United States
Kanets
Wella
Europe
Frederick Shoff cashes in on Wrightsville bridge wreck sale
York Pennsylvania January G Frederick Shoff bought fourteen spans of the Susquehanna river bridge wreck for $700 and expects to net about $32,000 from the sale. Costs included pit men horses and mules at roughly $4,000 total and the iron member Shoff sold for $5,000. He owns lumber valued at around $324,000? with a ready market at about $15 per thousand feet totaling about $33,600.
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York
Frederick Shoff
Susquehanna River
Wrightsville
Sho
Shoff
Railways and the people in the railway crisis
A historical piece discusses the railroads public question in the United States, weighing fairness of rates versus railroad solvency. It notes widespread discontent over freight and passenger charges, the era of bankruptcies, and the need for cautious regulation to protect both the public and investors amid a wave of receiverships and market contraction.
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Tell
Jisbe
Fairneen
United States
Ein Alle Tg
Seth Elther
Hst of Ruilways
Evolvers
Baltimare & Onie
Kollex
Bearden
Lotteville
New Albany & Chicagi
II Miles Abt
Nmbult
Pittsburg & Western
Baltimore &Ohio
Central
Vermont
Opslenemiie & Lake Champplain
Peoria
Monument plans for John Stetson tomb unfold in granite and bronze
New York reports details of a proposed Stetson mausoleum to rival Woodlawn in splendor. A granite pile with heavy bronze doors features scenes from The Crust of Society where Mrs Stetson starred, plus a large bronze horse inspired by Kate Stokes Stetson’s rodeo trick. Costs run into several thousands as planners note estate delays caused by widow claims and Kate Stetson’s sudden death.
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New York
Woodlawn
Friends of the Law
John Alesse
John Stetson
Stetson
Kate Stokes Steteon
Revival scheme in New York to continue under Moody and Diton
The revival movement begun in New York by Dwight L. Moody and carried forward with Rev. A. C. Diton will persist with renewed effort. The plan aims to convert every singer in Greater New York, building on the formidable results already seen in Yonkers and other areas.
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New York
San. W
Greater
Dwight L.moody
Cyoner Tnlan
Moody
A. C. Diton
Evangelist Plans New York Revival Under Million Dollar Aim
A famous Taltenaire proposed using a million dollars to extend a well begun revival program in New York. At a Moody meeting dinner he asked if funds could convert all delirious sinners in the city. He outlined conditions for theater access and speakers, with postponement to autumn if plans falter, hoping to station evangelists across Greater New York alongside the regular clergy.
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Greater New York
Reinhart Jury Secured in Weak Government Case
A Chicago jury was seated in the Reinhart case as prosecutors claimed to prove deviations from rates tied to J W Reinhart of Santa Fe. Witnesses described facts but the defense pressed to sever Reinhart from alleged scheme, with the judge reserving judgment until evidence.
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Santa Fe
Chicago
J. W. Reinhart
Santa Me
Tw Urotind
Reinhart
Shields
Prac
Judee Grimecup
Shield
Helhart
Reibart
Transacthiane
Dancan
Shtehia
Gresscup
Jilnoig
Mitter
Thas
Tayler
Banta Ferestrord
Dofen
Taya
Topeka Editors Aim to Welcome Kansas Visitors
An editorial plan proposed for a Kansas association meeting in Topeka on January 2 aims to correct local perceptions. A reception committee will greet visiting editors and showcase Topeka’s hospitality. Preparations for entertainment and cooperative efforts are underway, seeking broad civic support.
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Kansis
Topeka
Topelek
Kantas
Aangal Asacelation
Ute
Toolat
Nial Homer
Belmonts Host Musical Luncheon at Madison Avenue
New York society guests gathered at Madison Avenue and Seventy second Street for a holiday themed luncheon for 50. A Hungarian orchestra accompanied guest Mins Held who was encore demanded after strong renditions of En Sul ant te Regiment and Son Cornet de Hal.
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New York
San
National monetary conference to meet in Tomlinson Hall
Indianapolis officials report the national monetary conference will assemble at Tomlinson Hall on January 12. An executive appeal urged business leaders to support the event, with delegates expected from many cities. A central conference tomorrow aims for final action as counties submit delegates and names.
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Indianapolis
Nan
Tomlinson Hall
Col Newtury Slides Up Statehouse Steps in Snow Slideo
Col. LN Uty of Pt Stott attempted to push into the Kansas statehouse while a gale from the northwest blew sleet and crusted ice across the steps. He slipped halfway up then sat, sliding to the landing and finally rising to seek repairs for his clothing.
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Col
LN. Uty
Pt Stott
Kansam
State House
Col. Urs
Santa Fe
Rondaie
Col Ure
Tallor
Lee
Veteran Soldier Seeks Aid After Misfortune Letter
A deteriorated letter from Tempeka, Kansas, dated January 5, 1906, signed D. N. Severance, formerly Private in Company D, Twenty-eighth Michigan Volunteer Infantry, requests assistance after an accident near Christmas left him unable to work. He appeals for humane help, noting continued neglect from local residents and his wish not to be a burden. He provides 728 Madison as his address.
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Topeka
Ken
Balter
Twenty
Michian Volunteer Infantry
Emily
Humane Society
D. N. Severance
Madison
Stryker as New Kansas Superintendent Feared by Teachers
Teachers in Kansas regard State Superintendent Stryker with terror as he prepares questions for quarterly examinations. Formerly on the state board of education he drafted arithmetic problems that caused widespread trouble and drew censure and some commendation. The January exam arithmetic and factory questions are now being prepared under his supervision.
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Stryker
Kansas
State Board of Education
Stry~ Ker
Merry World Burlesque at Grand Opera House
The Merry World burlesque and spectacular show arrives at the Grand Opera House tomorrow night. A 60-member company presents a dramatic burlesque program including Mme Sans and Trilby with Vivian Pates in a leading role. Alsa Patee has earned praise this season from eastern critics. The Pope is reported able to resume work in Rome after illness, resuming duties tomorrow.
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Merry World
Grand Opera House
Unis City
Mme. Sans
Rome
Fall of Fort Sumter remembered by famed war correspondent de Fontaine
A long obituary honors Felix G. de Fontaine, noted Southern war correspondent who reported the Fort Sumter bombardment for the New York Herald from Charleston. It recalls his vivid dispatches, nom de plume Personne, later work, and his prolific writings and shorthand skill. The piece portrays him as a genteel, loyal reporter famed for clear battle scenes and literary ability.
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Struggie
South Carolina
Felix G. de Fontaine
de Fontaine
South
Fort Sumter
Beauregard
Charleston Courier
F.G. DE Fontaine
Virginia
Tennessee
Jackson
Lee
Orth
New York Herald
James Gordon Bennett
de Pontaine
American Press Association
Columbia
Charles Dickens
Lord Dundreary
America
United States
Professor Webster
Dr. Parkman
Boston
Dan Sickles
Barton Key
Washington
Mr. de Fontaine
Chevalier de Pontaine
Louis X
Paris
Chevalier de Fontaine
D. C
Famine in India Reported Across Missions
A missionary summary from Rev James L Barton and others describes a severe India famine. Prices surge while wage earners live on a penny daily. millions die or suffer from hunger and bubonic fever. Indians and grain merchants clash amid shortages and unrest.
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James
Barton
Peived
India
Edward Home
Boonbay
Imisan
Sholapur
Bert
Mohammedan Mosque Proposed for New York City
An Americanized Arab syndicate plans a large mosque in central New York to provide a public Muslim worship space. Hasan Ben Ali leads the effort, claiming 600 Muslims in the city and funds from Muslim supporters will cover construction and a secluded prayer area. The plan notes a sunset call to prayer and secrecy to avoid Christian opposition.
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New York
New York City
Teaders
America
Momammedan
Mareulmans
Massalmans
Hasan Ben Ali
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Belmonts
Anna Held
FT. Sumter
F. G. de Fountaine
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de. James L. Barton
Foreign Department
American Bank of Missions
Dr. Barton
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