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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1896
Page
4
Daily edition kept by the carrier with notes on delivery routes and pricing. Mentions a fixed price and the need to collect from readers when the paper is not delivered, reflecting routine adjustments in distribution.
The Topeka Daily State Journal reports a breakthrough in readership as its circulation soars beyond prior records, signaling strong demand across the city and surrounding areas. Officials credit expanded distribution and local engagement for the surge.
The Topeka Daily State Journal reports March circulation with a total of 277,68 copies after adjustments, showing an average of 10,078 per day. The record notes the March 1 to March 31 period and includes Sundays and Mondays in the schedule.
The item notes circulation figures for Goan Mecormane Editor and Proprietor in Topeka on March 31, 2506. It lists how many copies were printed on January 1 and provides scattered figures for various months and periods, including averages for March.
A garbled weather note hints at threats of thunder storms and shifting winds. It mentions southerly winds, a pattern of heat and rain, and a general forecast for unsettled conditions with possible storms across the region. The fragmentary text also references political chatter and unrelated local notices.
A late district convention in Lawrence Jestworth completed a deal for J. R. Burton to pursue the Kansas State Senate with C. W. Trickett and Wyandotte delegates backing him. Burton, who has spent years away from law and practice, targets Western counties and seeks eastern votes, while organizers hustle in Johnson and nearby counties. Burton maintains campaign HQ in Wichita, meeting politicians from across the state as he presses for support and a smooth path to the senate seat.
Fragmentary local note mentions Gro. 4A and Ogle and Ow. ending at a public listing with Chicago and Francis Murphy. References First St El birth and Pridty's tickets with Kelam's and Bob Holman's venue.
W F Rightmire of Topeka spoke during a Saturday visit about Kansas political trends and party prospects. He argued there is no viable path for Democratic or Populist candidates, predicting Morill will be renominated and reelected, praising his administration and the shift away from Greenback era alliances.
Chicago financiers back a Mexican City hotel project linked to President Diaz. Architects Fattuo and Fisher of Chicago drafted the structure. The plan seeks a $7,000,000 expansion with U S ownership emphasis and favorable duty-free material terms. Local and national banks show interest in underwriting stock as the government offers free material and railway construction support.
Washington May 11 the depart iene of wate Heetot Yet fully estab ished the identity of Joh Milteh of Uke Corpetitor ercew, who e referred to a u Of Usedingatches from Ba vara or Burnton. He was first put her as a Kanan, but latest information places him in ArkApSas, with Senator Hush Dinsmere backing Mn Linsmore claims. Strong man falls dead in Fort Scott. Ben Heel, colored, once a Republican candidate, died after mental decline. Breinners vanilla high teas and a jumble of local notices close the item.
The piece surveys vice presidential selection risks in 1896 with Garret A Hobart of New Jersey as a leading but contested boomer. It notes western alternatives, names Geary Clay Evans and Clay Evans among eastern contenders, and mentions Adjutant General McAlpin of New York as a frequent candidate, with other figures such as Cush Davis and Senator Mansfield cited as possible picks.
Leavenworth May Henry Johnson, sent from Montgomery County to Kansas penitentiary nearly four years ago for cattle stealing, secured release under habeas corpus proceedings. The court found irregularities and ordered his return to his old home, marking the first such release in many years.
The Rev Chas Mi Sheldon of Topeka addressed the state Congregational society on “The Relation of the Church to Cure Affairs” urging a close, familiar approach in preaching. The talk stressed keeping the church connected to daily concerns and intimate in its ministry amid a lively session. The Rev J C Dougherty of Kransay City followed with remarks on political topics.
A fragment from an Express employe tale recalls an arrest or exposure of misconduct involving M. Parker, formerly with Wells Fargo Express, now in another role. The text references a bond-related scheme and a misused position dating to May 1 of an unspecified year.
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