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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1896
Page
4
The State Journal to be published weekly with carrier delivery at ten cents per issue and special terms for subscribers. Known carriers receive weekly payments. the notice outlines subscription turnover and distribution in Topeka with references to local pricing and delivery areas.
Circulation statement for March 1596 reports the Topeka Daily State Journal’s rise above peers. It lists daily and monthly averages, including a 2,175 daily average and 4,980 daily average for various years, noting growth from earlier periods and detailing print totals and issue counts.
A Tribune reporter asked thirty five veterans if they favor the recombination of Governor Morillus Ecrermer. Eight replied no. The piece notes the same number of office holders and the result.
The Wine and Spirit Gamette claims several Hagugr dealers across the country question why the World of the city backs McKinley for president. It warns the Republican liquor vote may falter if McKinley is nominated, arguing his weakness as a popular candidate could doom his campaign.
The passage defends the value of the dollar coin and criticizes silver, proposes mint policy concepts, and reviews political alignments around Overmyer and Democratic conversions. It discusses legal opinions, a mortgage case, and a Chicago convention resolution. The piece reflects contested monetary views and party dynamics in the era.
Councilman Frank Stevens of the Second ward proposes a drainage plan to relieve Washington to Klein streets and Fourth to Santa Fe from flood risk. He urges a complete system with new drains along Third Street to Shuneanings and Hlvin, arguing costs match long term protection and will protect residents in the BS ward.
Washington reports Minister Terrell in daily consultation with State Department officials on the edition of affairs in Turkey and the fate of the Armenian question. Officials say Terrell’s departure and leave plans hinge on ongoing developments and policy guidance from Constantinople.
Capt Dan Wyatt and scouts recounted encounters with a wanted man riding an old Surrey horse. A reward note allegedly tied to a saddle described by deputies and details of a meeting with three locals surfaced amid rumors of the outlaw Weston Bi West. Local figures such as JC Cahivel and Harney Kelly were mentioned in a charged camp scene.
Col Burges prophesies lights will be ready by June 1 as electric work starts on dynamo frasations and pole installation. Exbert electrician reports work begun, six carloads of poles staged, streets busy as wiring and street service crews place components.
An elderly pair, George Wolfe and his wife, are to be placed under care in Dodges City. Officials led by A C Wyte, the commissioner for the poor, arranged admission to Declaw City Spiders home. Wolfe’s health declined and he has been in serious condition, with Mrs Wolfe expected to move to Dydee Cus next week.
A court martial sentences Haz Boon to death for insurgent activity amid chaotic diagraphic reports. Havana editorials reference Henater’s speech. Topeka normal course notes through August. Local medical ad promotes electric bitters, kidney aid, and digestive tonics with optimistic claims.
A state centennial event marks Tennessee’s admission to the Union on June 1, 1796. Festivities in Nashville span June 1 and 9 featuring civil and ceremonial parades, speeches by notable leaders, and a chain battle with many young men. The exposition plans have expanded, with exhibits on state history, notable pioneers, and claims of a coming grand exposition around May 1807.
A meandering New York page blends comic street dialogue with a magistrate’s brief on a disorderly act. It also includes later quips about social life, a casual dinner exchange, and musings on forefathers amid schoolyard verses and reminiscences.
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