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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1895
Page
4
The State Journal offers weekly delivery by carrier ten cents a week to Topeka and suburbs and the same price in Kansas towns with carrier service. Mail subscriptions available.
A detailed statement of circulation for the first half of 1406 is presented with sworn totals for six months. The Topeka Capital claims higher local reach than peers, while noting state-wide prominence of the Topeka Daily. The piece discusses postal issues, weather notes, tax implications, and political commentary on Treasury policy and bond issuance.
Column debates Joseph Barton as U S Senate candidate in Kansas. Advocates warn party loyalty weakens democracy, citing leaders who trade principles for votes. Mentions Buck Hinrichson and Calderhead, calls for party to belong to men, not the other way around. Also notes Kansas snippets on policing, rail and civic matters, with local color and humor.
The American Federation of Labor gears up for its New York convention as factions debate leadership. John McBride seeks renomination after defeating Samuel Gompers, with candidates from carpenters, iron molders, printers, tailors, and cigar makers pegged for a wide contest amid regional shifts and internal tensions.
A Paris fashion whim elevates brunettes with dark eyes to prominence while blondes retreat to the background, marking a seasonal shift in style during the past summer as observed by observers.
John Br Mulyane expresses strong support for Ic festival plans. He pledges active backing, citing community morale and cultural impact. Local organizers welcome endorsements as preparations proceed.
In Topeka a strong push grows for a fall carnival to boost the city. Abel August and Bank of Topeka president Joba KR support the idea, citing hotel capacity, state visitor interest, and past fair lessons. Local merchants back the plan, while critics warn of double liability concerns and past financial mishaps. The Novi Topeka Mail endorses the carnival as a major regional draw, predicting large turnout if well managed.
Perry, near Topeka, sees a religious political agitator Rev William Wilbur, once a Methodist preacher from Nevali Mo, now leading the Church of Jesus Christ with sixty members. He faces arrest charges and claims to clash with Populist and socialist doctrine while planning to return to Topeka after settling his Perry affairs.
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