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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1899
Page
6
Dr Andrew Wa eminent physician advertises successful treatment of stomach, stomach troubles, fevers, female diseases, and related ailments with Chua based care. Claims no incurable cases, office at 735 Kamas Avenue upstairs with specific hours. Correspondence elicited and patients attended with careful, confidential service.
New Zealand premier R. G. Sed gen cables to the agent general W. P. Rovves noting deep regret over Samoa unrest and extending assistance. He mentions British third class cruiser protection of wine trade routes to Australia, with reports from Sydney and Samoa press. The Morning Dipers and The Globe editorials discuss German actions at the post and related explanations.
Denver reports W G Stratton has sold the Independence mine to the Venture company of London. The price is undisclosed but viewed as about two million dollars. Also included may be the Marger property on Crigpte Creek.
Philadelphia April 1 The executive committee of the national union of the Grand Army of the Republic failed to elect a new commander in chief after the death of James A Sexton. Col W C Johnsen of Cincinnati and Gen John C Black of Titusville were considered but no decision was reached. The committee will meet again in September when a commander will be chosen. The resolution honors Sexton and provides that the senior vice commander shall perform duties until a new leader is elected.
A fragmented 19th century ad claims Grain-O may aid digestion and health, urging readers to switch from coffee. The piece ridicules coffee as unhealthy and promises a wholesome, grocer-supplied alternative with simple directions, while noting potential irritations in the wording.
The Commercial club debated trust influence on Topeka factories including a starch plant. Members cited Lawrence wire plant closure and Saline paper mill takeovers by trusts, warning of widespread stoppages and job losses, while pledging further correspondence with the starch and salt industries to resist trust control.
The Commercial club discussed bringing at least two national gatherings to Topeka in 1900. Officials invited the Presbyterian Church General Assembly while forming plans to attract the National Conference of Charities and Corrections. A Cincinnati meeting next month will decide on a fundraising committee, hotel rates, and official invitations.
A local club weighs inviting the Presbyterian general assembly to Topeka in 1900 after a debate on state and national legislation. Rev M C Long outlines the event expected to draw about 1260 delegates whose expenses are covered, with railroads and local sponsors relied on for support. A committee is formed to arrange and promote the visit, with invitations extended.
The Commercial club debated relocating the fire department from city hall to the auditorium area on Weaver Street. Otto Kuehne urged quiet placement on the corner of Forebit and Sansas avenues. Oscar Bischott and President Brigham discussed risks of disturbance during large public gatherings and a possible committee to track auditorium matters.
Secretary Anderson reports a new oil project forming to sink a prospecting shaft near the Wakarusa area south of Topeka. The effort led by Mr. Quayle, brother of Dr. WoAL Quayle, with Baker University ties, plans a 2,600 foot shaft pending favorable indications. A special committee was appointed to help advance the business plan.
J. S Warner chaired a special committee to probe the condition of the Degenert Ponteney Manufacturing plant in Kansas City. The firm sought to move its factory here if Topeka residents subscribed to stock. The committee found the plant not in the best possible shape.
Fragmented text references a goods dealer business with names and street addresses. The readable portion mentions a proprietor and a shop location, suggesting a brief trade notice or advertisement. Details are incomplete and uncertain due to OCR damage.
A committee hearing discussed relocating the Thomas Manufacturing Company from Cincinnati to Topeka. Ralph Moore reported the firm’s owner may move west after a tour, asking what Topeka could offer. The matter was sent to the manufacturing committee with Moore added. Eleven firms were elected to Commercial Club membership including Edison Electric, New York Mercantile, Moore Book and Stationery, and others.
New York reports Detective James Doyle of the central office Brooklyn shot and killed Martin Carey at Gustav Spicer's saloon in Williamsburg at 3 a.m. Carey died of a heart wound. Doyle wounded August Miller in the left hand. a third shot hit a doorway. Doyle fled to Spicer's apartments, denied the shooting, and police rushed him to safety amid a crowd seeking vengeance.
April 13 a note from Joan P Altgeld to Eugene V Kewster expresses strong support for a movement and cites impossibility of attendance A private secretary to Senator James K Hines Arkansas says the senator should not be spoken to about the matter William J Bryan, to be chief creator, will arrive and stay at a Pit Avenue location
San Juan de Puerto Rico April 12 The supreme court confiscated an issue of the San Juan News for publishing criticism of the court. General Henry warned the paper to desist. The court then acted without his consent and demanded prepublication submission of all articles, a move disapproved by Henry. Strong American sentiment follows the episode amid calls for restraint.
A confused report details Louis Mureehet and others at Hodgins where a warrant and multiple detentions caused a French interpreter to ask why Jim was arrested three times. Hopkins was sent to serve the warrant and later arrested Jim after confusion over the court appearance.
Nick Baugh, Rus sian musician, swore out a warrant in city court today for the arrest of Fred Markham. Baugh says last night Markham demanded entry, then fired through a window striking a pillow near Beth Baigh. Police previously detained Markham in a separate clothes theft case tied to Gough.
Jury returns a not guilty verdict for May Burnett in a perjury case filed over the Collins murder. The trial saw deliberations long after the noon hour, with prosecutors highlighting prior journal editions and witnesses while the defense questioned Burnett's testimony and motives. Both sides presented closing arguments before the jury retired, then delivered the acquittal early this morning.
London April 1 The chancellor of the exchequer Sir Michael Hicks-Beath faced a crowded House of Commons with a speech on taxes and defence. He warned that appetite for tobacco could lift revenue but expenditure would rise by about 11 2 9 2 7 4 0 0 pounds this year, a jump of over 6 million, signaling need for higher taxes or new revenues to avoid hampering defensive services and armament costs.
In Wilmington on April 13, the U S district court convicted Wan Hestman Cotter of conspiring to aid William Doge in stealing 107000 from the First National Bank of Dover. The bank teller was sentenced. a $5000 fine and eighteen months imprisonment imposed. Nolle prosequi granted in cases of State Senator Alles Almos Cale Charles S Marler and J R McGonigal, indicted for aiding and abetting Hoges.
At the Exster hall celebration of the Church Missionary Society centenary, Right Rev. George Redneyden, Bishop of Wakefield, condemned the Sunday newspapers issued that week and attacked Pinero's The Gay Lord Que. He said Christian work is needed amid what he called desecration of the Lord's day by the immoral play review.
In Pasadena on April 14, F H Brig Hart reports Altadena palatial homes owned by easterners and Chicago men lie within the California forest reserve. McKinley’s 1900 proclamation left boundary vague, misplacing residences near mountains. Boundary changes will exclude the Altadena houses, while forestry rules govern fires and timber cutting.
News from Nice reports that Sig. Marconi, the wireless telegraphy pioneer, will attempt a new transmission from Nice to Corsica, about 110 miles away, expanding experimental scope after spans between Dover and Le Moule.
Antwerp April 18 The Belgian department of agriculture, alarmed by rising export of American horses to Antwerp, ordered a special budget committee report. After examination the committee found no need for customs restrictions and judged the American draft horse inferior to Belgian breeds. The ruling impacts importers as the horse trade grows.
Officer McCoy responded to a domestic disturbance involving Ed Wood, a barber, and his wife. The couple, residing in a crowded East Fourth Street room, reported quarrels with Wood striking his wife. They agreed he would take a purse picture hanging on the wall and leave the apartment.
Imago April 13 reports a bullish wheat session with gains from a bullish crop outlook and strong shipping. May wheat opened higher, then rose as buyers absorbed offerings amid heavy receipts and steady demand. futures traded up with notable strength in oats and provisions as markets priced in colder weather and improved cash activity.
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