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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1896
Page
4
Subscription terms printed for the State Journal, urging daily delivery by carrier to any part of Topeka or Huberte, at the stated price, with details on paper carrier service.
The Topeka Daily State Journal reports its total monthly circulation from March 1 to March 31, 1896. Daily print counts listed include March 1 through March 31 with varying figures and a stated average daily circulation of about 160 manuscripts.
Readable data shows daily average circulations and yearly comparisons from 1885 to 1896. Partial notes mention January 11 prints, 1691 daily average for year, and 128 percent daily average for an unspecified year.
Weather bulletin notes thunder storms in afternoon and evening with east winds, cool air but no major shifts expected. The piece also includes political opinion about monetary policy and the duties of public figures, with remarks on Mr Curtisse and Mr Cleveland in a period tone.
An 19th century discussion compares Mexican silver dollars and American silver dollars. It notes the Mexican coin contains 25.7 grains of pure silver and the U S coin 304? grains, with melt values fluctuating daily. It explains that coin value depends on market prices and mint markings, and that an uncoined dollar may fetch different amounts in different regions.
An editorial from the New York Evening Post signals broad Republican support for reopening mints to silver. The Kansas State Journal cites party divisions, urging electors to favor leaders who back silver resumption and oppose standard hard money.
A fragment from a 1890s column discusses Republican delegates and the silver question. It questions why factions press hard for McKinley, notes anticipated conventions in St Louis and Chicago, and suggests delegates from the West and East may shape the nomination. The piece cites New York World and concerns unity versus gambled strategy before the national convention.
Chicago Democrats declare for bimetallic coinage and immediate revaluation. County convention backs unlimited coinage of gold and silver and endorses Gov Altgeld for renomination, with Abbott-led delegation aligning to presidential views. Also mentions new paper lanterns at 60 kodavubur, North Mopelan.
A Kansas reader T. M. James writes to defend Gov. James H. Ingalls in a May 2, 1896 context. He argues political stance favors free coinage, bimetallic groups, and United States senator preferences while defending his own advocacy and correcting circulating misrepresentations.
NO POLITICS FOR WOMEN Mp Kathe FE Addison president of the Ruchess Kybal Suffrage society attended a reception in her honor by Kasua City Winn branch. The event featured a speech by Addison on equal suffrage and the role of women in education and civic work. City officials and local organizations joined in the celebration with decor and planting, and attendees discussed state labor and suffrage policy.
A questionable 19th century- style note discusses intergovernmental talks with Mexican representatives about adjusting product prices and tariffs. It mentions potential rates of 15 per hundredweight and cites institutions in Maryland and Baltimore. The piece references Johns Hopkins University and a fundraising committee seeking about 350,000.
In Topeka a notice lists Thos C Lombard as manager of The Copenhind with a cast of teachers led by W Dehlen Immoral Dent. May 2 Rhode Island governor Lippitt inaugurated as bevetior and EF W Allen elected speaker of the house in Croppwich. A customer praises Pasties from Dr Sawyers and a promoter claims Hicemier's Butler water is perfect after dinner.
A San Francisco probate court saga unfolds as Florence Blythe and heirs contest Thomas Blythe’s fortune. The article recounts famous battles over wills from 19th century miners to 20th century heirs, noting 65 estates totaling over 175 million, including Florence Blythe and new claimant Mrs Craven amid ongoing legal maneuvering.
Instructions describe making a decorative bracket from four cigar boxes without tools. Boxes soaked to remove tobacco scent, dried, sanded, and cut to form a wall shelf support with two halves and one central piece. Paint with ebony enamel or leave joined areas uncoated for a natural look.
A detailed guide shows how to craft a wall bracket from cardboard boxes, cementing pigeon holes, and adding horizontal and vertical boxes with shelves. It advises glue accuracy, screw fixtures, and decorative touches like knickknacks, plates, and brass plates for stability. It also includes a short home remedy for headaches and a sauce for cold meats, plus ads for household goods and shops.
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