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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1898
Page
3
Topeka Gash Dry Goods Co offers a one fourth refund on all Readymade Department purchases tomorrow with this ad. Included are Ladies’ Suits Skirts Capes and Children's Reefers with no exceptions. Present the advertisement or no reduction. Deals highlight skirts and suits priced to reflect the discount.
A Topeka page round up reports court business and court term completions, local visits by Pratt county treasurer W D Gould, Rev John A Bright in Wichita, and social events at Grand Opera House and Santa Fe shops closure. It notes staff changes, a French shipment order for 300 items, and plans for private weddings and club parties.
A Topeka lodges IO parade will be held after April 25 to honor the 79th anniversary of the order's founding in America. Marching units include Rebekus Muscovites Encampment Canzons and Odd Fellows. The procession, by Marshall's Land, promises a splendid sight with many fine costumes.
In New York investors anticipate a potential US Spain conflict. Wall Street buyers hold assets and refuse to sell, buying more securities as prices swing. London prices show early declines, with Spanish 4s dropping and Par tees demoralized on the bourse.
A Key West report states Cuban clubs will request President McHirley to name Gen. Pitzhughtee as the first territorial governor of Cuba as an official gesture. The plan reflects a show of support for governance in Cuba.
Havana April 2 Capt Gen Blanco has not fed Alexander Gallo British consul who is acting for the United States Even if war is declared regular passenger steamers will be considered sailing under a neutral flag despite suspending Tampa Havana trips due to fears of celtura in hostilities.
Washington handles a flood of applications from small coastal towns requesting immediate protection for Atlantic and Gulf shorelines. Some demand batteries and warships stationed offshore, but officials deem most requests impractical and note public fear is unfounded.
The case titled Taylor vs Miller was dismissed in Justice Joan J. Guy's court with the plaintiff paying costs. The indictment against Miller was set aside and the plaintiff abandoned further prosecution. The dispute concerned a refused demand to reduce a mortgaged chattel.
Caldwell held a mammoth war demonstration with a 355 man volunteer company ready to go to the front. Bands played all day, business houses decorated, and a platform near the city hall hosted fiery speeches by Caldwell residents. Crowds from surrounding areas joined the patriotic event, with a long parade and evening festivities continuing past supper.
Ex Sheriff D S Landis of Clay county is elected captain of a Clay Center company of over 50 men. Guy Martin named first lieutenant and Bert Carter second lieutenant. Tele services offered to the army unless not needed, then to be placed under the secretary of war.
Osage County Republicans held their convention with Clyde W Miller as chairman and A C Marckley as secretary. Delegates were instructed to back E G Fipp for congress and to use honorable means to secure his nomination at the Emporia convention. A majority favor Hood for governor and Nelson sentiment supports state superintendent.
The director of Caman's Military Band signs a three year contract to stay with the band in Winfield dating from May 1. The agreement gives him a salary of 80 dollars per month and freedom to use his time when not on band service. This arrangement increases his overall earnings and strengthens his desire to remain in Winfield.
The G R of Hi awatha held a meeting addressed by D W Wilder and E Morrill. The Hiawatha post contributed $20 to the John A Martin fund, with the audience giving about the same. Subscriptions from Morrill Wilder Nye Schilling and Lacock helped push Hiawatha contributions toward $100.
Pittsburg April 2 The county commissioners of Crawford County offer all justices of the peace in the county to record past five years judgments and file them with the county board to tax them under new laws. Lists completed will add a large amount to county taxable property. Creditors seek to collect debts by destroying or selling judgments for nominal sums.
April 20 report shows confusion over county Republican delegates to the state convention. It states Edwards and Longe were thought to be favored, but the fact is neither Edwards nor Longe were chosen. Secretary Coburn is listed as the delegate secretary.
Manon apartment and Governor Leedy awarded O. Chittenden a state cart inspector post last Saturday. Once wealthy, he faced adversity but welcomed the appointment with childlike joy. He completed his travel and meal preparations by Monday noon.
In Greenwood Eureka April the Democratic county convention chose delegates to state and congressional conventions. The Fourth district question dominated discussions with a resolution backing cooperation among silver factions and a fusion based on fair recognition of each party. Delegates were not instructed, but congressional delegates are believed to favor H. S. of Marion for the Populist congressman nomination.
Kansas University regents meet in Lawrence to approve rapid replacement of fire lost machinery. Citizens committee has raised about 20 000 dollars for the rebuilding fund. Mrs A H Clark resigns as physical culture teacher and Charles Vickery of Fort Scott is elected to her place. Prof Blake reports receiving a 1500 dollar check to aid rebuilding. Concordia postsmaster F A Sawhill assumes duties April 3 with accounts checked for accuracy. W B S Pepperell to open loan real estate and insurance office.
April 20 reports from the national capital note Mrs P B Plumb won her suit in the U S Supreme Court in the District of Columbia against Capt A A Thomas president of United States Electric Light Co. She recovers about 10. Hills District voters back Les Monroe for Judge. Cattlemen meet Emporia with Kansas Stock Association calling a convention May 34 at the courthouse. Haddam Fire destroys a three-building block with $9 000 in losses. origin unknown.
Berlin reports Spain cannot secure Krupp guns as Germany delays approvals. A Boston, Chicago, and New York press copy that Seale seeks a loan from England to tenure Philippine islands until repayment. American religious services are urged to thank God for war, provoking sharp anti war sentiment.
Regulars from Leavenworth adopted a new war cry as they left the city. Cars bore mottoes like Remember the Mains and Remember the Comrades of the Maine. An immense crowd greeted the troops at Leavenworth with schools’ pupils singing America and the Home band playing patriotic airs.
Vienna April 2 a decree bars import of American fresh fruit plants fruit refuse wrappers and packings if San Jose scale is found during port inspections. The notice aims to curb pest entry and affect trade.
Former Senator John J. Ingalls argues victory in the war will come with little glory and stresses the danger of delay as the Senate debates with Britain, Spain, and the Cuba question. He cites Sheridan and Jackson era figures to claim US superiority and warns Spain cannot project a land force into US territory. The piece notes political maneuvering, presidential prerogative, and house impatience as Congress hovers over action and policy.
An unnamed naval officer comments on the navy department plan for Cuba operations. He says the initial move will not attack Moro Castle or the Cabanas forts with a feet assault, avoiding crippling the fleet before secure docking. He hints at a strategy emphasizing surrounding, isolating, and denying supplies to the Spanish strongholds.
The Journal runs a free sample test of Abbott Loring’s Germ Killer for inhalation, drawing fears and praise from Topeka residents and professionals. Advertised cures for catarrh, deafness, grip, and chest infections are promoted with endorsements from actors and ministers, with the Journal promising to publish test results.
Congressman Botkin won a favorable unanimous report from the land committee on a bill to transfer the abandoned Fort Dedee military reservation to Kansas for the Soldiers' Home use. The action, dated April 20, was presented to Congress.
Lincoln April 2 Governor Holcomb has issued an order for the Nebraska National Guard to recruit up to the unit size of 65 men.
London reports Cunard and White Star officials say there is no truth to plans to alter routes. Vessels will continue to sail from London to New York and Boston, with White Star also prepared to run to New York if war with Spain breaks out.
A large excursion from Hutchinson and intermediate towns arrived today and was greeted by the second regiment at the depot. They escorted to the opera house for a brief welcome program and later viewed the local salt works as part of the day’s activities.
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