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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1897
Page
4
A syndicated State Journal piece critiques Topeka, citing editor Charlie Finch of the Lawrence Journal. It notes limited banking access versus Britain’s network and laments Finch’s harsh Topeka comments while mocking readers beyond Lawrence. The column frames Finch as biased and largely unread outside his city.
Cloudy tonight with rain in the southern portions. cooler in central areas. Partly cloudy with warmer temperatures in the east and west, brisk northerly winds.
An article alleges a failed rescue of Miss Cisneros from a Cuban prison was staged through bribery and bribed officials. It claims the Hearst newspaper empire funded large payoffs, with figures cited as up to 45 million dollars, and accuses press leaders and a New York Journal handler of orchestrating the operation and manipulating the public.
The article outlines support for postal savings banks in Britain and abroad, citing Postmaster General Gary and cabinet allies. It notes the system’s spread to colonies, Belgium, France, the Netherlands, Italy, Austria, Hungary, Japan, and Hawaiian territories, with England’s Penny Post cited as a model and praise from Gladstone. It discusses adoption in the United States and demographic patterns of savings, arguing for nationwide implementation despite opposition.
A letter from a condemned murderer arrives inviting attendance at the execution. The report cites a gathering in Providence about Roger Williams descendants and mentions figures such as Governor Holcomb of Nebraska and Charis A. Dang of the New York Sun. It also touches on historical figures including Zola, Henri Messnac, Hachette & Co, and Rudyard Kipling in a broad, anecdotal fashion.
A collection of light anecdotes and observations on luck, manners, travel, sleep, and humor. Jokes about Americans versus foreigners, farm life, card games, beds, work, practical jokes, and poets. Short, quippy notes reflecting social quirks.
The Ashland Wisconsin jury verdict in the case of Awer ve Darwin was reached after a trial days earlier. A motion for a new trial was filed with an affidavit claiming juror Kennedy held out for the defendant and that a game of eleven men was played to influence the outcome. The allegation states that Kennedy and June Collibye arranged the game to sway the juror before a verdict favored the plaintiff Celliber.
In Parkersburg West Virginia on October 16 Geo Shreder a 27 year old man shot himself near his Ravenswood area home after being spurned by 15 year old Ber Lauehtr. A gunshot ended his life a short distance from his home as neighbors heard the blast and found him.
A secretary reports the Carnival Crew paid 17 dollars for a Chinese display as the parade broke up. The Chinaman in charge billed seventeen dollars for drinks but the crew instead took meals and poultry, prompting questions about the cost and timing as they disbanded.
Belfast October 16 The White Star liner Cymric, a 12000 ton freighter and passenger steamer, was launched at Hadi and Wolff yards. The vessel, exceeding the Georgic in size, will be among the largest transatlantic steamers, with speculation of more than 60000 tons of new White Star tonnage. If delayed by strikes, launch may occur in May or June next, and Cymric is poised to surpass other giants like Kaiserin der Grosse, St Louis, St Paul, and Pennsylvania in length and capacity.
A Warren citizen reports a valued vineyard south of Warren destroyed by a mob amid drinking-related disturbances. Citizens gathered at Warmerville resolved the vineyard fueled disorder, and the mob action followed. Other items note a Chicago postal savings bank discussion by the American Bimetallic union and a remedy claim for chronic diarrhoea, plus unusually low Skuykill water levels in Philadelphia.
A shopper in a general store recounts severe blood disorder and a run down health. After trying various medicines, Hood's Sarsaparilla is credited with restoring strength and health after nine bottles. The testimonial claims complete recovery and strong faith in Hood's product line.
Emma L. Kelly of Topeka, who began for Klondike, describes sailing from Seattle to Dyea aboard the Willamette, crossing Chilkoot Pass, and traveling toward Dawson City. She praises companions, dog Star, and guards, notes seasickness, storms, and scenic views, and promises further letters from the Yukon frontier.
Chicago October 16 The horse show dispute centers on Whose auspices and a proposed Buffalo entertainment for Hit and Spur club members Sec Jena A 140 gon reports The Coliseum hosting the event remains unrestricted by prohibition Mayor Harrison vows no liquor sales under any circumstance Police will treat violations as serious offences Blind pigs equal in eyes of the law Names Woods and another member cited as possible violators If law broken the offender will be summoned to account.
Berkeley October 18 associate professor Itmand O'Neill of UC Berkeley argues in a lecture that turning silver into gold is not impossible and that the union of metals is likely with promising evidence toward solving the intimate solutions problem. The talk was before the university science society.
Washington reports Commission Powderly may detain Louise Michel on arrival to determine exclusion under immigration laws. Records show she was convicted in Paris in 188? for looting baker shops, sentenced to six years and ten years police surveillance, shaping a case for crime conviction exclusion.
Commander A. Chal of the imperial Chinese navy visits New York amid talk of warship building in American yards. He says the trip is for pleasure and he has no commission to probe American shipbuilding methods, though he plans to inspect yards and armor plants during several weeks in the United States.
A Boston season highlight, the Forepaugh and Sells show promises a wide range of feats from tightrope and trapeze to equestrian displays. Spectators praised the evening circus, noting skilled bareback riding, bicycle tricks, clown antics, and hippodrome races as a grand, well balanced entertainment.
Atlanta reports a conference involving Elite Senator Yancey Carter, Walter Johnson, and Edward A. Anster led to Georgia Republicans backing Thomas E. Watson for governor. Watson, likely to head Prohibition and Farmers' Alliance tickets, could draw away Democratic votes. Democratic leaders mobilize to counter this shift.
Remarkable turquoise stones weighing 7, 50, 2, 3 and 22 carats were shipped east by Wells Fargo Express from Santa Fe New Mexico. The combined value is listed at 8240 dollars and the mine locations remain secret. Grain-O advertised as a coffee substitute claims to be safe for children and gentle on stomachs while offering a rich mocha like color.
J. Berry, a noted Spencer resident, testifies he cured a severe case of piles after thirty years using DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve. He reports trying many remedies before this product succeeded and invites correspondence to verify his claim, listing G. W. Stansfield at 623 Kanasa Avenue.
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