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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1899
Page
4
A scrambled review of vast policy questions features U S annexation proposals for San Domingo, labor price pressures, and political maneuvering. It notes leaders like Mitrh Hanna and Edward Atkinect, with public sentiment shown in past referendums, while cattlemen, coal owners, and meat prices ripple through the economy amid winter concerns.
Readers confront a string of lampooned remarks on manners money and public life. The note highlights petty disputes over hosting meals visiting relatives and paying board with a comic slant on women men and social expectations. Anecdotes touch jokes about Admiral Dewey and a local household incident involving Mrs Lysander Appiston. It ends with quips on government bills and public service salaries.
A collection of quips on gender roles income and work with humorous misfires. Observations touch on marriage women in music telegrams and employment while noting social habits and workplace dynamics in a dated tone. The humorous snippets reflect early 20th century attitudes toward men women and society.
A fragmented reflection on relationships and gender roles. The author argues that appearances mislead about a man or a woman's true nature and loyalty. The piece critiques honesty, reputation, and the dynamics of love and trust with scattered anecdotes and aphorisms.
The article notes the August institutes, counting the feet of the mews, began yesterday to M4 ovantl¢s, Republic county boasts turning out eighty bushels of grain. It mentions Sealeh County Journal editor Jim Murphy seeking a devil-one to smoke cigarettes, a binding dwine plant ready by October 1, Abilene’s street fair replacement, Atchison corn carnival plans, and Anians action triggering a roar. The Epworth League of the north- area is referenced.
The Spiritualists of the northwest announce a week long camp meeting at Linesin Park Downs starting August 11. Activities include various manifestations and regional gatherings as the weather and local conditions draw attendees from the area.
A city police report summarizes July activity across departments with counts for disturbances 7 trespassing 10 and jail terms 2, burglary 4, larceny 21, petty larceny 3, keeping a disorderly house 6, cruelty to animals 1, assault with intent to kill 5, driving offenses and concealed weapon 2, unlawful disorder 4, totaling fines of 397 dollars for beer tax 295 dollars and an overall monthly sum of 746 dollars. fines and back payments include 128.50 dollars.
Gate receipts at Garneid park for Prof Hulway's spectacular naval display fell short of covering the expense. About 400 people attended, the show was creditable and entertaining, and it will be repeated tonight and tomorrow night. If Topeka public does not show stronger interest in summer entertainments, the attraction may become a loss for park management, as with past attractions.
The Gazette reports that Bir William Waldorf Autoway has been naturalized as a British subject on July 11 of the current year in London Australia.
A fierce hall storm swept across the area destroying crops on about 2000 acres and damaging thousands more. Bathele grain in its path was cut. The full extent of damage remains uncertain. A similar storm near Dawson City Minnesota also caused grain losses. Several farmers reportedly lost their entire crops.
In Cleveland Ohio August, telegraph and electric workers of the Cuyahoga Telephone Company plus construction crews in several states have joined a strike. Local workers act in sympathy with the Big Consolidated’s striking employees led by Henry A. Eyre. Organizers reportedly plan to recruit U S Telephone Company workers to join strikes in Pennsylvania and beyond.
Washington August 1 The annual preliminary report of the commissioner of Internal Revenue shows total receipts from all sources for the fiscal year ended June 30 1699 at $273 480082 including $254 883 tax on money turned over by the postmaster general to Maryland district collectors with no collection expense. Mineral wage rates rise in UK and US coal fields as miners gain cents per ton.
An old advertisement touts Hostetter's Stomach Bitters as a remedy for stomach and bowel issues. The copy claims daily use strengthens the stomach and bowels, cures various ailments, and targets a weak moment. It mentions a privateence stamp on the bottle neck and warns against alternatives.
Kansas City August 1 The United States Flour Milling Co led by J L Woods Merrill dominates Missouri and Kansas mills. Output exceeds 1 060 400 barrels monthly and 36 500 000 barrels yearly at about 34 a barrel. Merrill notes 10 cent per barrel price cuts while the trust trims salaries and consolidates leadership across major mills from Duluth to Indianapolis. The syndicate claims 321 3 percent of US output and aims to reduce costs to consumers. Merrill resigns rather than join the trust, but is urged to wait for a letter on its benefits.
Lincoln August 1 Nine and a half feet of corn stalks were measured in Tancon county with forecasts of a heavy crop. In Pleasant Vale church area a corn stalk reached twenty seven feet with a green top and ears extending far above the ground, grown by John Pitcher with little care.
A carload of G A R veterans from Beloit and vicinity heads to the National G A R encampment in Philadelphia. The rate is about 11.38 for the round trip via Kansas City, St Louis, Chicago and Alton routes aboard a sleeper car. The train runs through to Philadelphia with stops possible in Washington and other points on return. Beloit departure is September 1, with arrival in Philadelphia Sunday evening.
Burlington August 1. A 65 year old colored man Jin Craveford was starved after being denied food and water by Tom Cheney a wealthy colored man who employed him near Ottawa. Craveford collapsed and died after days without shelter or aid.
A man in the county died after alleged abuse by Chaney. Neighbors found him in distress after days with little to drink or eat. Joeh Williams assisted in bringing him to town but medical aid failed. The attorney announces intent to prosecute for cruelty.
Senator Harris reports a burglary at his home with jewelry missing. He says burglars may have had inside help and he cannot account for the recovered jewels or the losses, calling the affair a mystery to him.
Clay County voters accuse their judicial delegation of being sold out to Irish in Marshall County. The Manhattan convention saw Berry named chairman and a three member committee appoint delegates, resulting in a solid slate for Calderhead. Local figures Wiliams and Calderhead are tied to broader congressional ambitions.
A 48 year old Frank A Brooks committed suicide in Hutchinson yesterday after a suicide attempt ended his life with a revolver. He was husband to Kate Brooks of W C T U prominence. Reports say financial ruin and a harsh quarrel preceded the act. Also listed are various pension grants and a political convention call in Coffey County.
A fire originating in a defective site damaged four wooden stores north of the Biert block in Osage City yesterday. The whole row burned, stocks were saved but heavily damaged by rain. In Blue Rapids news, R E Strong of Clyde was named principal of Blue Rapids High School with Mrs. E M Coon as assistant.
A California woman donates Crocker mansion and grounds worth about 90000 to a local Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks lodge in Sacraments Cal Aug 1 Mrs 13. 4 percent Crocker heir and brother of Chase Crowdine head of a tri year alliance with the Central Pacific rail line and her son in law J Boat Fassett of New York connected to the gift.
A mother recounts her experience and gratitude after recommending medicines from Burdick Drugstore, noting the doctor’s positive results and the local supplier Mil Drugstore. The fragmented text outlines a belief in effective remedies and child safety.
In Amherst Massachusetts Aug 1 the body of Eugene Takehpver the Indian who killed Mist Taith Moret Beomase is found today in the ruins of Borells barn. The Men's Catholic union plans a ice cream social tomorrow at Seventh and Quincy Streets with an inter meeting program to follow.
Henry Dittard cites emancipation day events with a letter from John J Ingalls praising the race and urging self-determination. The Garfield park celebration features Charles Curtis and Gen J K Hudson as speakers, with city party events and a Dispatch band performance at Metropolitan hall tonight.
The comptroller of the currency reports expanded total deposits and rising bond holdings for the period. Monthly increases reach 204 210 with annual gains totaling 5 075 419, while U S bond deposits and redistributions show shifts in the banking system.
Two Banta Fe freight office workers Hoy Stevens and Ed Denning planned a glove bout in the woods near the woolen mill in Oakland. Denning failed to appear after a work dispute led to a formal challenge. Seconds and a referee were ready when Denning did not show, and the event was canceled with no explanation offered.
Governor Stanley cuts all official ties with Missouri Governor Stephens after a press letter to Stanley circulated before reaching Topeka The dispute centers on the Emles lynching case and Missouri officials accused of failing to protect him Stanley says he may close the incident himself and will handle future requisitions independently
About 25 out of town members met this afternoon to perfect a permanent organization for Spanish War Veterans. Col Lindsey stated the ring aims to be similar to the G A R and limited to Twenty-Second Kansas regiment members. Col Fitch had called a reunion meeting in Wichita on August 24. The group expects a brigade review and dress parade with Gen. Hudson as reviewing officer during the G A R reunion week.
A fragment notes a scorching afternoon with a thermometer near Columbian Landing recording temperatures around 53 degrees as the day’s heat intensified. Wind reportedly from the south at about 16 miles per hour and humidity described as medium.
Four deaths reported today at the Soldiers' Home in Newport News Virginia. An infant death and other funeral notices appear among local obituaries and society briefs. Arrest reported for Robert Thinan on a warrant charging enticing a girl into a disorderly house. Shawnee Council No 1 Fraternal Aid association set to meet to attend Mrs Joh Powers funeral. Men's Catholic Union plans social event with a program tomorrow evening.
In a perfedag style recap, the international tennis event featured Soares and aa recurn on court against Baris with a close match. Ward and Dav Fa defeated Bhavana Fight 2 in a dramatic doubles final, while other players engaged in distinct exchanges and media attention.
Preliminary hearing opened in Alma Kansas before Justice A W Gregory on the Denver Kid Trilby case. Witnesses described clothing of a missing man found at the Burger house as identified by Mrs Nannie Burger. Judge adjourned testimony to 9 30 next morning amid fears of violence easing after prior tensions.
A Ti State Journal brief notes a local event involving cups and a August date, highlighting community participation and the outcome recorded by the newspaper.
Proposals are invited for grading curbing and paving East Buchanan Street from Thirteenth Street to Williams Avenue and Thirteen or Willow Ave from Lincoln Street to All by Twelfth Street. Bids require certified checks 1 percent of the bid, submitting full details and signatures, and must be delivered by the stated deadline.
The notice announces a social meeting of the Souneit of the iss. Details are garbled but indicate an upcoming gathering with local participants and a schedule event.
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