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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1896
Page
4
The State Journal announces home delivery options and pricing for carrier and mail subs. It details rates for three month, one year, and weekly editions, with regional availability across Kansas towns served by the paper’s carrier system.
January 1896 report outlines a scheme to deposit and withdraw treasury funds five times to dominate a million dollar bond purchase, leaving the treasury with gold and greenbacks while critics call it high handed robbery and illegitimate. Topeka telephone project delays blamed on rivalry and price cuts, with the local paper calling the plan a mistake despite broader access.
Weather outlook for Kansas shows unsettled skies with light rain and a southwest breeze. The column discusses Cuban tensions, a wave of business failures in the East, presidential speculation around ex-Priament Banntsox, Populist activity and conventions, pension parity for widows, and criticism of congressional inaction damaging freight and treasury conditions.
The passage questions the dissolution of the Morgan syndicate and the shift to new bankers and bond brokers, arguing the country gains little. It notes the government bond issue remains a popular loan, yet questions who can invest in it and how gold payments are arranged, mentioning installment options and large bond subscriptions.
Mar E Smidy a civil engineer for Eastern capitalists stopped at Topeka on return from Central Esneas to consult Mr. G W Evans about deep mining of crystal rock salt in central Kansas. Evans first surveyed the salt deposits and located the first boring machine in Kansas salt field, making him a key expert. Smidy was impressed and may return to Kansas for further investigations.
Polish pianist Ignace Paderewski may duel before leaving Chicago after a barber from the Great Northern arrived at a hotel seeking to cut his hair. A hotel clerk, fearing cranks, interposed a bellboy who reported the barber used threats. The barber fled after a brief exchange, claiming to be warned off by Paderewski.
The Tennessee Centennial board of women managers in Nashville plans a major exhibit next summer. They note Tennessee is predominantly American with only about 20,000 foreign born among 1.5 million residents, tracing settlers from Virginia, the Carolinas, Georgia and other eastern states. The exhibit will showcase books, clocks, weapons, heirlooms, and more treasures from descendants of early settlers.
In Artasva Georgia on January 27 a legal holiday marks Geo. Robert Lee’s birthday with state wide celebration. In Atlanta ceremonies are planned and Ex Governor Cameron will give the oration during a final banquet amid the commemorations.
Sketch traces Utah’s 45 year journey from territorial life to statehood, noting Mormon migrations from Nauvoo to Salt Lake City, early battles over polygamy, and economic growth amid conflicts with federal officials. The piece lauds Utah’s development and welcomes the new state with pride.
Bald won 33 first prizes on the national circuit. Wilhelmina and Margherita of Italy are expert cyclists. Belgium allows amateur and professional riders to compete. The Manhattan Athletic Club may send Olympiad representatives. Armature Athletic Union boxing and wrestling finals set for Philadelphia in March. Tom Eck aims to form a Johnson Titus Barnett alliance next spring. Charley Murphy seeks L A W disqualification relief. Walter Sanger plans winter skating for spring training. Philadelphia to have baseball nearly daily next season via the Pennsylvania State rescue clubs and Philadelphia National League. Speaker Reed and Senator Chandler are noted bicycle enthusiasts in Washington.
Describes double chess a four player partnership variant with two complete sets. Rules cover board layout pawns promotion options and checkmate requiring cooperation. Notes on strategy including helper roles and targeting stronger players. Mentions Mansfield booking and checker and chess problems by Reed.
Retail list of groceries and dry goods with prices. Items include Lima beans, lard, breakfast bacon, mince meat, corn meal, flour, baking powder, evaporated cream, powdered sugar, tea varieties, coffee, molasses, syrups, sorghums, and other staples. Includes price points and stock descriptions for local shoppers highlighting value offers.
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