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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1896
Page
4
The Topetin Daily Stat Journal reports unprecedented metrics breaking prior records across multiple categories. Officials attribute the surge to new data collection methods and community engagement initiatives.
A fragmentary report on the March circulation for the Tuseke Daily State Journal and related editorials. It cites daily averages, printer counts, and growth figures for 1594 and discusses political and monetary debates including free silver and party maneuvers. Names like Topeka, Kansas City Star, and Lewistown Times appear amid partial sections and weather notes.
A severe cyclone rips through Washington on May 29 forcing the adjournment of Congress as winds howl over the White House grounds. Reports describe flying debris, damaged trees, and anxiety among nervous citizens as the storm disrupts the city and challenges officials.
Mie Nellie Ford achieves a unique victory as a bridge opening ceremony proceeds beside the river. Gov. Charles and state officials attend. speeches by Geo. Werner and Siew Wel Ford highlight the event. A parade and community gathering mark the day with cream and refreshments afterward.
A garbled report mentions a humane physician and dog troughs in Wantington with blue painted troughs, plus a note on a railway company in Kansas City Fort Scott and Memphis revealing a lithograph rack of sixty or more photo engravings of South Missouri scenes. The passage also references an upcoming book titled Shots in South Missouri, to be mailed free upon request.
The fragmentary notice lists the Santa Fe Route involving Kansas City, salt tint pricing, and a June 13 reference. It mentions W Garvey as agent and cites names Mary Johnson Bush pet and Frank Sim, Pharmacist, 97, but details are unclear.
Washington May 22 The women of Kansas delegation in Washington are learning to ride a bicycle. Miss Peffer leads with Miss Curtis and Miss Kirkpatrick gaining proficiency. Mrs Kirkpatrick and Mrs Long report feverish interest as they join the wheels skills drive.
Mr and Mrs Stich and their daughter, heading to Europe for study and cultural visits, with plans to travel via New York and other ports. The family faces potential stay in New York for further study, while financial and political discussions surface around a brewery and bank bankruptcy risks mentioned in the public talks.
May storm rips at Atlantic City shore work site as a traveling crane collapses under high waves. Foreman and crew fought to save equipment but were driven back by the surge. Equipment and seven moving parts reportedly damaged as crews reassess stability and safety.
A fragment references Santa Fe and a travel or road theme with a line about being right and tickets reading over the Sacra Fe. The readable text hints at a wordplay or caption connected to a transit or railroad motif without a clear event or date. Further context would specify exact figures or participants.
A Topeka woman, Hannah Erickson, aged about 5, is described in a tense jail scene where she wrests a knife, threats of self harm, and a frantic ride to the jail captivate onlookers. The account notes she has lived alone, has many friends, and arrived with a police escort amid public curiosity.
A Paris dinner hosted by Mrs James C Aver honored Mrs William Astor and other prominent guests from New York Newport and beyond. The May 29 reception featured 18 covers at the Aver residence with music choir soldiers and orchestral pieces amid coronation chatter. Attending were Mrs Rochefoucauld Carmeriy Mint Mitchell of Washington Mrs Hellleve Miss Livermore and Countess Axivinie among others.
A new Topeka firm forms to open a carpet and furniture store in the city, with partners Martin Koon Kun and Fernald taking lead roles. They bring years of experience in the business and plan to offer ingrain carpets and related furnishings. The venture aims to establish a regional trade presence, leveraging existing connections in the industry and a nearby showroom strategy.
In North Topeka during the primaries Olliemith pleaded guilty before Tus bee Furry. Justice Pirry ruled provocation was very great and fined Smith 33. The case involved allegations that Eastman claimed Hast Iman was a Democrat and an altercation at a local establishment.
An old advertisement touts Stuarts Dyspepsia Tallote as a perfect remedy to aid digestion and restore appetite. It claims to calm stomach troubles without stimulants and promises recovery from dyspepsia through digestive support and strengthened appetite. The copy notes the product is manufactured by the Stuart Chemical Co of Marsias Mich and sold by druggists at a small price.
Henry Steele, a colored man, pleaded guilty to burglarizing Thomes Mayo's birh and stealing a bridle and lines. He told Judge Waser of the burglary and faced a sentencing crowd. Other defendants include Henry Snedd charged with assault with intent to kill and War Langtvy with criminal acquittal demands speedy trials in the district court.
New York May 39 Dorothy Usner daughter of Th Venertor of Toledo Peoria Western railway who played Buttons last winter in Gentleman Joe Was the wisp of a ship which occurred in the ferry boat Liberty this afternoon Waner last week signed with Nat Soetwich and they brought her parents to Poort Til to that effect Waner came out had to city and caught up beat upon which the heartiest part were imbursed He objected Becki enay to his Deventer goals with the contuity Miss Usner wept but said she had signed a contract and must comply He telegraphed his wife and family Koeber Ge eyeet the train Chickyo Anisk39 Where they do Mr Goodwins Duneuy will Ge obtain the services of an Incenue
The West Point academy held a ceremonial burial for its pet crocodile, Jong Brown, with six pallbearers, a mock funeral oration, and a volley over the grave beneath Fort Clinton. Advertisements urge readers to buy travel fares and tickets for upcoming rail lines and exhibits, listing routes to Cleveland and Chicago along with fare details and dates.
A reader from Appleton Minnesota compliments a so called Family Cure for kidney trouble and notes excellent results. The letter mentions local pharmacists and addresses, with care to caution about receipts and patronage.
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