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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1896
Page
4
The notice lists subscription terms for the Daily edition at 3 cents weekly and annual rates, delivery areas, and contact details for the Topeka State Journal office. It references addresses, telephone lines, and general information about publication and distribution.
The Topeka Daily State Journal reports on weekly and Sunday paper performance in Topeka Kansas. It notes a distillation of competitors and tests circulation early in 1996 with figures through June.
Patchy OCR text notes print runs for Topeka Daily Birth Journal in 1896 with figures on monthly and yearly averages. It mentions totals like 10 625 and 160 daily prints, plus yearly averages around 3385 and 5069, with unclear references to months and formats.
Fragmented OCR text discusses Abraham Lincoln, the Dred Scott decision, and reactions in the political press. It references Lincoln’s stance, the Supreme Court, slavery in territories, and Democratic rhetoric around the 1957 era. The piece critiques partisan biases and debates over constitutional authority and abolitionist arguments.
Fragmentary dispatch states eight Kansas congressmen are aligned as free silver men, per Chicago Det. & Felitor New Fors Journal. The garbled text references Democratic figures and a broader political stance, implying a partisan affirmation of silver policy.
Mals hate excursion tickets to Kansas via the Home Road. October 4th is 100h inclusive. Return to Kansas City on any of our trains for one round trip fare. Buckins Arion Spire. The best salve for cats and sores, guaranteed to cure. Sold by J. I Jones, Fifth and Kansas Ave.
Apparent city editor Leahy of the Eagle and Wichita correspondent Dave of the Kansas City Times publish a contentious comparison of editorial lines on the Sun-Lane debate. The clips quote both papers praising or attacking Jerry Simpson and Chester I. Liste, noting partisan bias and rhetorical excess on both sides.
A dated discussion notes that wheat and cotton gains may not determine silver prices. It argues the long term relation is unclear and yearly averages vary. The piece suggests wheat and cotton rises could signal revival, but silver may still diverge.
The article reports Albert Weber confined at Bellevue Hospital New York after a violent incident with Irene Derry. The case involves Rev Dr Alfred Nevins at a Philadelphia hotel as witnesses, with a historical tone referencing 1850s events and a strained plea for a quiet home.
The Santa Fe Route offers a Kansas City excursion via the Bump Road with a single round trip fare. Tickets valid for travel to Kansas City and return by October 1th, with a return limit not later than that date.
New York activists led by Charlotte Smith promote a movement aiding women through information campaigns and recruitment for potential legislative influence. About 700 circulars titled Magdalena Ponce were distributed seeking support while questioning origins, training, residence, and the impact on dependent women within the bounds of law and decency.
Mrs Bryan strongly objected to newspaper criticism of her Eastern tour with Lincoln and Mr Brean. Reportedly she shared details of the trip with friends while opponents questioned her remarks. She denied photos or sketches of her clothes exist and agreed to stay home for a few weeks.
Chicago awaits the appointment of Rev Dr Robert McIntyre of Denver to St James Methodist Church. The move announced by Bishop Andrews follows a clear river conference session. McIntyre will take residence at 491 EMS Avenue, November 1, and lead a large, wealthy congregation as a new pastor. The church plans a new chapel in English Gothic style with completion hoped for later, and a total project cost around $20,000.
In Galveston the Nuthee plant owners plan to restart the mill in January due to cotton shortages and weak business prospects. A labor meeting is called for next month to express indignation at management and oppose any influence on workers votes.
Train service notes a Topeka trip with a special timetable. Communications mention a parade not starting until 2 pm and tickets priced at 2.0 dollars for a round trip, with dining options available along the way.
Mrs Evans, a Christian Scientist from 100 Taylor Street, opposes physiology taught in public schools citing Bible faith laws. Her 15-year-old son Eddie, a 7B grade student at Jackson School, is used to advance studies in religion and science, while Mrs Evans insists on excluding physiology from his curriculum. She claims Christian Science beliefs dictate weather prayers and that the festival weather is beyond scientific instruction.
In Hiberton Georgia yesterday a dispute over votes between factions including a Democrat and a Populist led to gunfire injuring Pid Saunders and Tom Wall. The young men involved are well known locally. the case remains unsettled with no arrests reported.
Kansas City excursion promotion offers five trains daily each way to Kansas City on the Santa Fe. One round trip fare sale October 1 through 7. Missouri views pamphlet produced by Kansas City Port Scott & Muphly Tailroad Company features over sixty photo engravings. Contact E. Lockwood, Kansas City, for details.
An old rail fare notice promotes Kansas Ltd round trip tickets at $2.00 via the Santa Fe Route. It claims October 4th to 1th and emphasizes multiple daily trains. The ad also markets Economy Boneset Cordial for indigestion and Steam Laundry services with a phone contact.
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