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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1897
Page
7
The Topeka State Journal outlines its classified ad sections for situations wanted and other ads. It invites job seekers and advertisers to use Saturdays through Wednesdays deadlines with rates around 8 to 20 cents per line, promising wide local circulation and affordability.
Advertisers are invited to apply and visit this afternoon to see a new Web Perfecting Press in Kansas. The machine prints two to three complete pages per second, described as the handsomest and fastest piece of machinery.
W E Bush, secretary of state and of the executive council, presented proposals likely to influence state governance and administrative procedures. The document outlines upcoming motions, pending confirmations, and potential policy changes affecting statewide operations and oversight. The material signals formal budgetary and regulatory steps to be considered by the council.
Local ad notes the Great Western Steam Dist Tand Cleaning Works offering cleaning and scale services. Proprietor G F Rodiger advertises, inviting inquiries and demonstrations of their cleaning methods and equipment.
A fashion note describes the Yvette neck ruching suited for hair worn low at the back and braids. It uses one and a half yards of ribbon and silk, circular silk ruffles, and a front knot. For high hairstyles, the ruffles are sewn on the ribbon with a two space in front, then tied at the neck.
The article explains that sun color comes from actinic light rather than heat. It notes that high altitude, cold, and reflected light from snow can burn as heat would. It discusses blue violet rays causing more effect than red, red glass blocking some rays, and the pigment in skin driving the chemical action. It also includes a pasta recipe note from Mrs Rover.
The article outlines a recipe for perfumed sachets using one ounce each of cloves nutmeg cinnamon carraway seeds mace and tonka beans ground to powder mixed with six ounces of orm s reot. Ready crushed ingredients are available from druggists. It advises using a muslin keg not over fine with a round ribboned opening for packaging.
A feature describes a party game called character quotations where players sign slips, write impressions of each other, and pass them around the circle. The activity ends with matching each assessment to its writer as readers enjoy witty rhymes and playful verses.
A feature describes an iron foot-protection device for theater seating. An iron case lined with felt is clamped to the floor before seats. Its rounded top prevents trips as patrons rise, allowing women to slip feet into the case while men move about safely during performances.
The American Newspaper Directory is presented as the trusted authority for newspaper circulations and is compared to Dun and Bradstreet in credibility. It notes twenty-ninth year of publication and a standing offer of 100 dollars for proof of incorrect statements.
The editor in a July 28 1897 statement to Painter's Lux asserts The State Journal, Topeka Kansas, has the largest daily circulation in Topeka Shawnee County and the First Congressional District based on signed circulation figures. The Directory to be issued September 1 1897 supports this claim, noting much of The State Journal's edition pays no postage due to carrier or express delivery.
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