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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1896
Page
4
Fragmentary text from a Topeka State Journal page lists Frank P MacLennan and references the newspaper office at 800 New York and 306 Potter, with mentions of an usher association and advertising readers.
The Topeka Daily State Journal reports a strong showing amid competition at a local fest. The Sunday edition from Topeka, Kansas highlights high circulation and steady daily averages around the end of June 1396.
The piece cites editor and proprietor Jilly of Wepeka Kansas in 1896, discussing rising circulation figures and business revival. It references daily averages for 1892 and 1952, monetary figures, gold standard mentions, and political commentary on figures like Mr. Woraker and Speaker Reed, with local notes on events and locations such as New York and Kansas.
The piece attacks partisan politics for demoralizing the public and corrupting honest men. It cites Thomas Watson and Senator Jones amid accusations of taking Republican money, warns about political influence on private letters and campaign finance, and notes concern among Populists and Democrats in the state.
A historical Philadelphia reform group reports 3,000 members vow to separate city administration from partisan politics. The effort, aiming to spare taxpayers and curb corruption, seeks to expand to 6,000 members, arguing reforms slow yet essential for decency and efficient municipal governance.
A garbled report describes a British countess and others accused in a scandal surrounding divorced or married life. It mentions Hart Rusptt, Earl Ruszery, Ned Cockerton, and a book seller Carres as witnesses. The text links proposals from wealthy suitors to marriage prospects amid legal and social pressure.
New York reports on transitions in the sugar trust era with details of new corporate opponents, proposed plants, and influential figures including Sprague, Warner & Co, and Joe A. Baier. Philadelphia notes possible charter actions and reorganizations for a sugar refining company. Also mentions a line about railway schedules and a mixed medical ad for infant care products.
A fragmented report describes British women urging aid for Armenians while facing political pressure to frame their appeal as a religious or charitable crusade. The piece notes negotiations with authorities and tensions over how to present the effort to influence policy and public opinion.
The Santa Fe announces Leavenworth excursion V as the Santa Route with a single fare for round trips. Tickets valid October 1 to October 16 with return by October 17, promoting the Apple Carnival at Leavenworth and the Great Apple Carnival event. Proceeds support the State Journal subscription.
Government tests at Governor's Island push a new kite design with a dummy payload for signaling use. Lieut FH D Wise led the trials, achieving about 2000 feet altitude and successful signal potential. Further tests planned this season.
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