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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1896
Page
8
Fragmented OCR reveals a garbled appeal for a two dollar medical book on women’s reproductive care. It promises lessons, charts, and a free paper-bound copy if a request is sent with a one-cent stamp to Ward 645 Main Street.
A New York City incident reports a demolition raid by the Bureau of Encumbrances on Fifth Avenue near Gov. Morton and William Waldorf Astor properties. Inscribed stepping stones and markers were removed from Morton’s new home and other sites, with guards and police involvement.
Crowds filled the Camp Miles tent for the Soldiers Reunion in Topeka. Veterans, firemen, and Modocs in white uniforms listened as Governor Morrill and Commander Whitney welcomed attendees and praised the government and comradeship. The event featured speeches by Major Fellows, J. P. Cadden, D. S. El-Mott, and others, with Marshall's band performing patriotic tunes.
The Bureau of Public Comfort in the city center draws crowds as visitors seek lodging and information. A clerk matches guests to 400 locations, with staff directing them to suitable quarters and answering questions. the process emphasizes neatness and dispatch.
Last night Topeka showcased a vibrant display as Fall Festival illuminations lit Kansas Avenue. A two foot high Welcome G A FL arch glowed in red white and blue, while private displays along West High Street and storefronts from Floral Committee to Payne Co featured Japanese lanterns, arched signs, and white illuminated lettering across buildings.
A fragile paper ship named The Kansas faces a flood of curiosity as dozens pierce its hull with thumbs to see inside. Onlookers report leaks, deeming the vessel damaged and set for teardown after the week’s end.
Canton, Sept 29. Report on Coxey and Bryan political talk. General Jacob Bechler Coxey of Massillon comments on eastern and western support, mentions hanging as a lamp post reference, and predicts Bryan’s election potential. Includes an advertisement mix with Santa Fe Route rail excursions and Cathartic Pills.
A Topeka store advertises an October Sale with deep discounts on damask table linens napkins and fabrics. Highlights include Bleached Napkins at 1.75 per dozen, Black Brocade Satin at 1.00 per yard, heavy KID GLOVES bargains, and various men’s and boys’ clothing, furniture, and silks offered at substantial savings beginning October 1st.
Kansas inventor William Paul and Octave Chanute attempted to launch the Albatross airship from a hilltop near Chanute. A northerly wind hindered takeoff, then a shifting breeze sent the craft veering from course. It plunged into trees and toppled, badly damaging the craft and ending the test flight without success.
A rider named Paul suffered a hard blow over the left eye and several bruises after an incident on the site rails. He clutched the rails with energy to avoid being thrown, while his ribs were smashed and other damages occurred.
New York September 29 members of the Flatbush Kneipp Cure association clashed with Park Commissioner Timothy L. Weedruff at a meeting in the home of Secretary Henry Moore Jr. over a conditional permit to walk in Prospect Park between 5 and 7 am. The commissioner allowed the walks only in a secluded spot and warned the permit could be revoked. Members denounced the decision as insult and outrage.
In Wellington on September 23, the Bank of the Stock Exchange foreclosed on land once owned by Brickstone and later obtained a one mile rail line plus 1700 feet of sidetrack and stock yards after the Frisco railroad built through. The bank then bought the right of way and the matter was sustained in court. The company must now condemn the land by standard procedure to secure title. The key issue is to fix the price for the right of way.
Visiting volunteer firemen, in town for a tournament, tested fire station poles in a playful trial. Lapses in grip sent them sprawling at the foot of the pole while spectators cheered. The scene mixed sport and camaraderie as crews tried again, drawing laughter from onlookers. Pearl Eytinge plans lectures on morphine avoidance in Chicago and western cities after leaving the stage. Mrs Maybrick case developments prompt sensational press notes from Lemion. Sultan reportedly dismissed a second wife and courtiers amid palace intrigue in London. Mineral Water promotion from J. W. Phillips at 62 W. Eighth Ave.
A traveler from Pennsylvania reports that the Blaine homestead near West Brownsville Poty is being torn down to make room for a modern dwelling. The property, once tied to James G Blaine, is described amid a mix of travel notices and promotional ads for Burlington Route trains and Missouri book promotions.
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