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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1896
Page
4
The State Journal announces subscription options in its third year, with weekly mail delivery for 20 cents and annual, quarterly, and monthly rates. It lists carriers in Topeka and nearby towns, outlining payment methods and terms for daily delivery and home service.
The provided OCR text is garbled and contains numerous misspellings and inconsistent data. It mentions circulation figures and dates but lacks coherent facts or identifiable entities to summarize into a valid newspaper item.
A garbled 19th century notice cites Editor and Proprietor Topens Kean and March M 1800 claiming steady growth. It lists historic circulation figures and daily averages for years around 1890s, including May 22 and May 21 weekly data, with references to circulation and daily averages and a May date.
Weather forecast shows warmer conditions tonight and Wednesday with variable winds. A financial column argues gold standard advocates claim the rex dollar in the United States would gain value with free cottage, suggesting the market would benefit if the Mat is withdrawn from circulation.
The letter attacks the State Journal of Topeka for misrepresenting Kansas politics and supporting the gold standard while criticizing Republican leaders. It cites past editors and party stances, defends William F. Curtis and Charles Curtis, and discusses gold standard factions, newspaper credibility, and national economic debates amid Kansas political divides.
Fragmentary speech notes compare Fifth district Republicans to Mississippi Democrat Catching and his silver policy. The speaker alleges Catching sought renomination and promised support to prove sentiment, hinting Calderhead may face similar pressures if he declines.
Local notes warn Pratt risks financial collapse as bonded obligations go unpaid and bondholders press claims. The piece argues monetary policy weakens credit, urges reform to avoid statewide economic spillover affecting towns, counties, and the state. cites Treasury stability in neighboring Kansas as contrast. Also mentions Primaries and prohibition era politics in Topeka and Shawnee County.
Augusta June 2 The body of Tate Jamee G Blaine will be removed from Gak Hil cemetery Washington and brought to the city. Mrs Blaine purchased ground in front of the hill for the purpose. If Col Coppinier agrees the remains of Mr Blaine will be placed here. Fitehugh Lee Leaves for Cuba. Tampa June 2 Fitehush Lee with son Pittshugh Lee Jr and Thomas Alexander of Lexington Va arrived here last evening for Cuba.
A trained monkey named Jacob, part of Prof. Macart's troupe, performs feats of strength in New York theaters. The animal lifts weights up to 123 pounds, with moments of difficulty and coaxing, showing potential for future public appearances as a strongman. The piece notes Jacob's rapid growth as an actor and the trainer's methods.
A chaotic report from Colorado describes a supposed extinct reptile named Tricer tops with three eyes and 25 foot length. The article claims a six foot bone frill, two eye sockets below the horned crest, and a central top eye, noting similar organs in other reptiles though the account is unclear and sensational.
Gen Horace Porter, 59, a Civil War veteran and later business leader, is suggested as a strong Republican vice presidential candidate for McKinley. Once aid to Gen Grant, Porter built a diverse career in railroads finance and industry, while writing and science interests accompany his public life.
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