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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1898
Page
2
An advertisement touts a botanical remedy named AvA-RATA Urine and Kidney Dropsy Cure. It claims to act on the kidneys draining uric acids and urates from blood, offering rapid hospital-scale cures and relief from kidney and bladder diseases, rheumatism, and related ailments.
New York April report from the New York Zoological Society outlines a sweeping decline in bird life across the United States. Director W Hornaday cites data from observers nationwide showing many species near extinction, blaming sport hunting, timber production, and urban expansion as key causes. The findings, to be published in a forthcoming report, emphasize alarming declines in states like Florida, Connecticut, Indiana, and Wisconsin.
The Congo railroad is completed, with the locomotive arriving at Stanley Pool. Work began in March after decades of speculation about opening Congo resources to the world. The 244 mile line links the region to vast navigation routes and the Congo River basin.
Cape May New Jersey April 2. Tramps broke into the cottage of S Hudbon of Philadelphia on Beach avenue. They forced the back door and ransacked the premises from garret to cellar during winter. Intruders slept in beds and used the house as a shelter. Grose flour fine furniture cut for kindling and dishes scattered throughout.
April 20. A local colored brass band invited a hypnotist named Jackson Wao. He hypnotized members causing a melee as razors knives and other weapons were drawn. Furniture damaged and several injured before the spell was broken. The piece cites circulating rumor and mixed ads for trains and medicines.
Key West April 3. United States naval plan finalizes a blockade of Cuba but excludes bombardment of Havana. Warships mass as insurgents volunteer under U S flag and Cubans celebrate with processions and banners at the Spanish consulate. Word of troop movements and fleet actions await any moment with ships preparing for immediate action.
A Parkersburg social function faced a breach of decorum when a hostess served an unknown salad described as Spanish salad. Guests refused the dish, leading to embarrassment and the dish being quietly removed. a quick suggestion recast the event as indemnity for the affront.
Compiled guide offers places of interest and a comprehensive map of the National Capital plus trails from Chicago to Washington. Announces reduced rates for the National Education Association meeting in July. Includes ticket plans by Union Pacific for round trips to Rawlins and Grand Encampment Wyoming with specific sale dates and regional routes.
Washington April 20 arrangements for the marriage of Miss Frances Alger youngest daughter of the secretary of war to Mr Charles Barrall Pike of Chicago are being hastened. The date is set for early May. Owing to the recent death of Miss Alger's father the event will be a quiet one. The bridegroom elect is a Harvard man.
In Grand Rapids Michigan on April 20 negotiations to form a national furniture trust gather steam. Representatives from Cincinnati Chicago Holland and others met last week to organize the American Furniture Company of New Jersey. Most chamber suit makers reportedly join the plan similar to the nail trust though opposition cites risks to the city prestige as a furniture center.
New York April 40 The Catholic School of America hosts the largest progressive euchre party to relieve debt on the New York cottage at the Champlain assembly grounds. Three thousand players will compete in 75 sections, each led by a female captain and two cadet assistants. Games run on a time basis with six-minute rounds.
Collector Bidwell orders suspension of import through the New York post office pending an investigation of undervaluation and daw violations in glove, velveteen, and lace shipments. The inquiry targets several large importers following samples under the Universal Postal Union treaty amid public concerns.
Chicago April 20 Mrs Mary Baker Eddy founder of Christian Science speaks amid rumors she is dead or incapacitated. She denies mental attack by enemies and confirms ongoing leadership while predicting Christian Science will dominate world religion within fifty years. She defends vitality and influence of her work and center of faith.
New York reports Atlantic passenger ships carried far fewer travelers amid a war scare. One liner with 21 first class and about 60 second class passengers, the other half as many, prompting industry comment. Travelers delaying plans until business certainty returns.
In Pineville Kentucky a bitter feud between two Clay County families has claimed eleven lives and left many wounded. Law officers admit helplessness as both sides arm for a drawn out fight. The Ballard Howard and Baker families clash over disputed timber land with multiple killings, ambushes, and ongoing hostilities near Manchester.
In Newport Rhode Island on April 20 the pneumatic gunboat Vesuvius fired a loaded shell after dummy shots. She completed distance adjustments and discharged three guns in sequence. The first two were dummies, but the third created a tall water plume that opened umbrella like on descent. The trial was pronounced most successful.
In Cook county Tennessee a 600 pound moonshiner named Mahata Mullens issued a public decree after English visitors questioned her. She warns that from June 1 any visitor must buy liquor or pay 25 cents to see her, with revenue officers charged the same. Her size and isolated home hinder enforcement of internal revenue laws.
Sixpenny cabs proposed in London under a mile ticket system to curb overcharging, promoted by Lords Rossmore and Fingall and others. Santa Fe Route advertises daily service with affordable trips to Topeka, Denver, Colorado Springs and Pueblo. Ballard's Snow Liniment advertised with claims of wide relief and healing. Geo W Stansfield and Mulers Pharmacy listed in Topeka area.
Advice on recognizing kidney and bladder disorders and how Swamp-Root, Dr Kilmer's remedy, is advertised as a cure. It explains symptoms like increased urination, backache, and pale complexions, and promotes sample bottle offers via mail.
Ed and Otis Roberts of near Winfield were sentenced to one year each in the penitentiary for passing counterfeit notes. A man in Wichita lured the brothers with a bogus money scheme, they bought ink stamps and erasers, then attempted to pass bad bills in Topeka and elsewhere. Police recovered machinery and face value notes as they were arrested. A federal grand jury returned four indictments. prosecutors offered a deal to plead to one count. They vow to return home and avoid further schemes.
The Man With the Red Cap will assist Banta Fe Route patrons at Dearborn Station Chicago to travel by omnibus cab or street car. The service aids the aged travelers and women with children and is free of charge under W. C. Garvey, Agent, Topeka Kansas.
Dramatic events unfold at the Crawford theater with a return engagement of The Red Dominion starring Clay Clement, who also authored the piece. His Baron Hohenstaaffen role drew earlier crowds and praise, and the ensemble remains largely the same for this next performance. Tickets go on sale tomorrow morning.
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