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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1896
Page
4
The Topeka State Journal offers delivery by carrier and mail options at the same price. Perennial home address and office details are listed for subscription requests, with Washington and New York mailing addresses noted for correspondence and a note that advertising and readership are welcome.
The Topeka Daily State Journal shows disorganization in competition with rival papers no longer publishing daily or Sunday editions in Topeka or Kansas circulation surging, while overall daily reach appears uncertain through June 8, 1896.
Fragmented OCR text notes publication data and daily averages for multiple years with numerous transcription errors. The readable items include dates July 4 1890 and placeholders for daily and pulp averages, with inconsistent year references and misspelled words.
The piece reviews a proposed Illinois measure restricting entry of untrue names in public matters, arguing it could curb abuses yet questions its practical reach. It also includes weather hints and editorials on lawmaking, governance, and public ridicule, with references to Kansas, New York, and national politics.
The Women’s National Democratic League plans a handsome Bible gift for Mrs Bryan. The display, featuring a fine leather bound Bible, will be exhibited at an event in Trissures Jones e Mice.
The man who threw the bomb at Calengo Pass dies in custody in California. Reports say the suspect, Bernardsie of Cal, faced a life sentence for the sensational Chicago bombing plot. Authorities indicate the case involved dangerous acts and a death penalty consideration, with lingering questions about motive and timing.
A garbled report lists state flowers chosen by pupils in public schools across several states. It notes variation in selections such as the sunflower for Kansas and other flowers for Colorado, Oregon, Idaho, Minnesota, Montana, North Dakota, Utah, and more, with debate over Kansas not officially adopting a flower.
A chaotic report from Washington describes Abraham Lincoln's tall stovepipe hat, famous from portraits, as central in a criminal court case. The hat allegedly passed through hands of several figures, with Mr Gurley and others involved, and a government museum on Tenth Street linked to the proceedings.
Fragmented text discusses White House actions and investigations related to kindergarten programs, mentioning prominent figures and stalled plans. The garbled source mentions delays, policy aims, and potential resumptions, with unclear references to presidents' daughters and administration inquiries.
Fragmentary obituary notes a man once with Sunewall Jackson and later associated with Confederate forces. Describes death at Hight aged 68, and hints at service, work at a fort, and a May be Minnetiel to General Lut B. Lae's Dindgiesttors.
In Indianapolis a political meeting sparked talk of Democrat rebellion. Alleged booster of the Nebraska ticket, a candidate named Sbenvem Democrate, faced questions about deserting the ticket after claims of a split with party lines. George R. Peck introduced a Chicago speaker who addressed currency and tariff issues for about an hour to a packed audience.
Keokuk Gate City obituary reports Jesse B How longtime business manager and bartender at Gate City newspaper died suddenly aged 45. Friends, McKinley associates, and Mrs McKinley attended services yesterday afternoon. The paper notes his longtime service in the publication and local community.
A 19th century article questions Commissioner McMaster over alleged access to voter registration books. Whittaker, deputy under Herdt, claims keys were used to copy records, while McMaster denies removing the books. The piece notes suspicions about lists and names being added after hours.
The article describes Mr Depew facing censure for a political address at Ann Arbor University during a test period. It notes a lecture was expunged and discusses the incident with references to academic observers and reactions. The text is garbled but centers on the controversy surrounding the speech and its consequences.
At the initial meeting of the Pullman Car Company, key directors including George M. Pullman and Henry Miller of New York were named. The regular quarterly dividend of 2 dollars per share was declared. Revenue for the year shows distributions and passenger figures, with details on cash disbursements and inventories.
War news out of Washington reports Baron Fava the Italian ambassador visited the White House by appointment to present documents on the discovery of America and Christian enterprise. The fourteen volume work, compiled by a diplomatic commission, details Italy's role and explorers, with emphasis on American history and colonial ventures. An official note notes the work was printed under Italian government auspices. Burglars entered a residence and stole valuables, including spiritware, and fled through a cellar window. authorities seek the culprits.
Colonel Thimes West of Worth Texas at the Rigew House asserts the November 3 election will bring the greatest surprise in the state. He names Culberson and Kearby as likely winners, predicts Davis will win Congress, and casts doubt on McKinny’s race while warning of Silver Democrats. He warns reformers to expect skirmishes over silver policy and party shifts.
Real estate circles report Collis P Huntington bought the James W Waterbury mansion near Pelham Park for $200000. Deeds to transfer next week. the estate features a private park, broad avenues, flower beds, and Italian marble reception hall. Archibald M Huntington, son of the purchaser, will receive the property by November 1 and oversee the preparations.
Local reports claim Major E. Brown of a Bilene Visicon asks a New York firm to back a political bet of fifty thousand dollars to sway votes for the mayoral contest. The fund would be raised through a bank trust, with Glendis advocating the plan as a worthwhile political arrangement.
A garbled report claims Senator Butler denies receiving a letter of acceptance from Tom Watson. The text references a Washington exchange and mentions Frances Hoover as private secretary, with unclear dates and names due to OCR errors.
Bishop Hurst moves past open quarrel at Allegheny Church easing tension over past pastors. Rev Colt, 38, married, a member of the Cambridge Conference, will preach Sunday at Lexington Kentucky, with North Avenue congregation expected to welcome him.
Unclear OCR text suggests General Les plans a return trip to his home with arrangements for a brief stay in Will, to be followed by visits in Bickmand. Details on dates and exact venues are obscured.
Canton Ohio October 12 A Gem on the Gc S round brought a party of trends and Alinore to Major McKinley with no prior announcement. They were warmly received and introduced by State Representative PW Meera during the visit to the town.
The Santa Fe line advertises a seven dollar fifty cent fare to St Louis for the Exposition period. A dubious claim touts a cheap tonic called Economy Boneset Cordial with exaggerated health benefits sold by drug stores, while garbled text mentions medicines and cures.
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