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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1898
Page
5
An arid advertisement extols Hyomel as the sole rational treatment for catarrh bronchitis and asthma while condemning older methods. It claims vast bodily harm from sprays and douches and asserts the inhaler kit costs $1 with extra bottles for 25 cents, available through druggists or by mail from The R T Booth Co in Chicago.
Estelle Osbon, daughter of Clinton C. Osbon, died after being brought to Topeka on the way to Hilton. Her father, serving a Kansas penitentiary term, faced past murder concerns. Osbon’s alleged motive tied to a past betrayal. In Arizona, two stage robbers near Geronimo attacked a wagon north of town, stealing a registro and mail, with authorities pursuing the crime.
An old advertisement touts a drug for headache relief claiming results in 15 minutes. It promotes travel plans to Denver Colorado Springs and Puebla via Santa Fe route with Pullman sleeper and reclining chair cars. It includes a phone-like ring number 222 for livery requests.
Historic ad touts Pyramid Pile Cure as a painless, non surgical remedy for piles. It claims rapid pain relief, direct action on nerves and blood vessels, and a natural cure without minerals or side effects. Sold widely at group stores with repeated tests-unverified, bold assurances.
Topeka social column items recount entertainments and weddings among local residents. Hayden hosted a seven o clock dinner for Mr and Mrs B T Lewis with a silver centerpiece and yellow roses, while Miss Kate E Player wed Charles P Huyal at the Players' home. Royal and Mrs Royal planned a trip to Chicago then Portemouth after a Seaboard Air Line appointment, and Miss Mamie Bennett wed George B Harrison with a large gift display.]
The wedding reception for Gustafson and Mr G A Gustaa was held at the bride’s parents home at 925 Western Avenue with over 10 guests from out of town including Mrs Swenson of Lindsberg Miss Mellander of Chicago Mrs Malmbers of Lindsborg and Miss Hannah Thorstenburg. Gifts were plentiful and the couple will be at home after May 25 at 906 West Fourth Street.
In Key West on April 21 a clash arose after a Cuban demonstration as Sgt Williams of Company G Twenty-fifth Infantry and a policeman argued over a revolver. Williams fired as others intervened, was captured by officers, and sheriffs faced pressure when soldiers demanded his release. The incident prompted high tension but was deemed trivial by Army officers. Col Daggett pledged thorough investigation and possible discipline.
Valparaiso dispatch reports new developments in the Chile Argentina boundary dispute. An Argentine sub-commission, under Senor Moreno, allegedly employed a large labor force to alter a river course to deprive Chile of territory. Chilean officials demand explanation from Buenos Aires.
Patrolman Jenkins shot a dog owned by a woman on Kansas avenue between Fifth and Sixth streets after a fight left the animal severely injured. The dog soon would have died, and no reports of further injuries followed.
Port Au Prince reports a Spanish warship sighted south of Jeremie on the Haytian coast about 125 miles east. The distant vessel, possibly the one named near Fortune Island and off Cape May, is said to be surveying for merchant ships along the southern Haitian coast.
British ships Alvedene and Bergen prepare to sail to Havana with corn beans bacon and lard for Spanish troops in Cuba. Merchants report Spanish government agents have been soliciting supplies in New York, with cargoes destined for Havana then diverted to the Spanish quartermaster general. Analysts say stocks could feed Spanish soldiers and civilians for months as war uncertainties loom.
Washington April The senate committee on military affairs authorized a favorable report on the volunteers army bill with general amendments.
Paris April 2 Emile Zola told a New York World correspondent his sympathies lie with America and China yet he fears bloodshed over a small cause. He expects Spain to back down at the last moment, saying Spain lacks art in governing colonies and must yield soon or later.
Madrid dispatch to the Herald says Spain now has 100,000 tons of coal at Havana and 25,000 tons at San Juan. The report notes a sharp rise in stocking and that sellers in Norfolk have been moving coal to Spanish agents at a dollar per ton less than U S prices.
Chicago April 2 191? one twelfth infantry of 520 enlisted men and 30 officers from Fort Niobrara Nebraska arrived by C N railroad. Trains split into three sections no demonstratio greeted troops as they passed southward. First section carried horses and camp equipage. Second and third sections carried men and officers. The train will transfer to L and N for direct run to New Orleans.
Berlin dispatch reports the Vossische Zeitung praising Spain while condemning the United States for sustaining rebels and using the Maine disaster as a pretext. It argues that powerful speculators, driven by sugar profits, influence U S policy, making the act odious and manipulative.
Paris reports international voices criticizing U S policy in Cuba as aggressive and hypocritical while urging Europe to accept the shifting balance of power. The Republique Francais notes Europe cannot defend the weak and uphold international law without bowing to money, and Terps questions Spain's ability to hold Cuba without foreign pressure. The piece also contends the armistice era has seen the United States press Spain to continue fighting.
Washington dispatch reports Henry White secretary of the American embassy in London is in New York on a mission about U S relations with Great Britain and Spain The note hints at a potential treaty sounding including arbitration and possible alliance under certain conditions with assurances of British friendship and willingness to support the United States in the present crisis
The executive council authorized Governor Ramsdell to spend 25000 dollars to outfit the New Hampshire National Guard for active service. The decision was announced in Concord New Hampshire on April 21.
Washington April 21 McKinley prepared to accompany Mrs. McKinley to the New York train leaving the White House at 9 45 this morn with several friends. Assistant Secretary Day arrived to communicate and the president bade Mrs. McKinley a brief farewell before returning to the presidential office.
Spanish consul Senor Potus for Jacksonville has left and been recalled. Reports indicate consuls in Key West Tampa and other points have closed offices and sailed for home from New York. Spanish interests remain under British vice consul protection.
War supplies for the United States government arrive in New York on the steamers Mohawk and Mississippi from England. The Mississippi carries 18 rapid fire gun cases 12 gun castings and 1c cases of ammunition while the Mohawk brings 44 rapid ore gun cases 9 gun castings and 1c cases of gun machinery. American Consul Bowen transfers papers to the British consulate in Barcelona as Senor Sagasta predicts war. Senator Foraker denies speculating about Cuban bonds. A cold remedy ad promotes Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. The Santa Fe train for Topeka leaves daily at 7 30 am from Topeka for local passengers. Watsons Livery at 7th and Van Buren listed.
Advices received from Biracuay via Seattle report that Colonel T. M. Anderson in command of the Lynn canal district proclaimed martial law on April 24 to restore order after the avalanche. A 30 man detachment was sent from Dyea to enforce the decree.
The 100 wire drawers of the H P Nail Company accepted terms offered by American Steel and Wire, ending the potential strike. Repairs required at the mill will resume work once completed, with American and Bacchus mills already running. About 3100 employees have accepted the wage reduction proposed by the trust.
North Topeka notes report a bakery price, a visitor from Kilmer, rheumatism illness, and a trip home from St Louis. Local homes receive repainting, and shoe making services offered. Miss Grace Culver plans a late arrival visit. Major J J Miller to occupy 919 Jackson street property after repairs. Several residents plan travel, guests, and upcoming social events in the week.
Mrs BE Van Clevele and her parents Mr and Mrs Miler plan a social and musical program at the Harmony Court of Honor hall before five. The entertainment is free and all are invited. Meanwhile Mr and Mrs Gonder move today from 2 Van Huren Street to a new house on Jackson Street Roseville. The club meeting offers noon with Buks Vunkle Cole of 410 Pare Street. Two papers read by Mrs Davis on and Blue Ground TM and HL Davie on Nagiles and Vemuri stat to meet next end by afternoon with Bird and W I Davis.
Police Matron Thorpe aided the Chattling family of North Topeka after neighbors and school teachers rallied to help. Mrs Annie Chattling and her two children Alvert and Mary had struggled for months, earning meager sums by baking pies and sewing, while seeking housing and stability. Donations of household goods, clothing, and food arrived, with Mrs Chattling expressing willingness to work again when able.
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