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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1898
Page
7
A stark depiction of dyspepsia as a controlling ailment that binds sufferers to restrictive eating and living, surrendering choices to the stomach and its whims, framing the condition as a harsh master over health and daily life.
A reader from Grand Rapids Michigan tests Ayer's Pills for dyspepsia claiming relief from long standing stomach issues. The testimonial cites Mrs H B Anderson of 15 Williams Street, Grand Rapids, as the sender.
Winfield council orders removal of dangerous poles and wires from streets around the city to enable a shift toward a new municipal utility system. Debate over gas franchise leadership and potential return of electric lights centers on cost and park lighting needs.
Emporia reports City Marshal Dryer traced a telegram from Werden Hurst of Rewiine claiming his 25 year old son Harry ran away. Dryer contacted Mrs Wm Dukes at her home. Bill Dukes, formerly Hurst's wife, and his wife previously divorced Hurst and married Dukes. Hurst obtained a warrant for Dukes' arrest, charging kidnapping.
Wellington Aug. 4 A proposition to voters at the next general election calls for building Sumner County Jail and guardhouse on the county lot by the courthouse. The project, estimated at about 2,000 in costs, would use current expense funds. The jail would replace the old pest hole and be a county asset. Also note ads for Colorado tourist tickets at 24.00 and Peerless Steam Laundry services.
Chicago reports Prince Vittorio Emanuele of Turin arrives for a two day visit amid travel delays and courtship gossip. He plans a western tour including San Francisco Denver and Durango to hunt grizzlies and explore Arizona and the clit region before heading to Japan.
Aug 4. Dr Ray says Dole may be temporary governor of Hawaii with Sanferd as possible appointee. The Hawaiian commission plans to divide duties, Grant three American members will meet in Chicago then travel to San Francisco and on to Hawaii. Pritchett to conduct coastal surveys. work to triangulate every island.
August Hilderbrandt a longtime Chicago servant recalls his 40 years with Chancellor Bismarck. He describes early work at McCormick tea works near the lake and a life shaped by service to the German statesman. His prized possessions include an autograph letter and a Bismarck portrait.
Washington reports note that Baron Speck von Sternberg and other diplomats in the capital are monitoring the progress of peace negotiations. Officials say no foreign power has yet sought to influence the talks, while M. Cambon is seen as best suited to speak for Spain as Spain’s interests were entrusted to him.
Papal delegate Mgr Martinelli arrived in Boston and said he could not judge Porto Rico annexation benefits. He stated the church’s jurisdiction would depend on Holy See orders, but expected priests and people to be well treated and the church to continue its work with possibly more freedom. He warned changes in government would not disrupt church operations in the United States or the territories.
A boy assaulter from Wrontesten Kansas, aged about four, attacked a girl near a residence. He was brought to the city for preliminary examination after escaping a police list overnight. He appeared at the back door seeking food. At the back gate a girl playing near the outhouse started a fire incident.
A New York meeting of the United German societies of New York and vicinity formed a memorial committee for Prince Bismarck. Delegates drafted a condolence cable to Prince Herbert and arranged to hold memorial services on October 18 with a venue to be announced.
A London dispatch quotes President McKinley’s proposal for a commission to determine the future government of the Philippines. The piece warns the move could invite foreign interference from Spain or other powers and endanger permanent peace in the Pacific, with Britain and Japan as potential rivals seeking influence.
Washington August notes a surge of recommendations for Navy promotions and recognition for wartime service. Secretary Longne has ordered a naval board to review merits across many cases, with select exceptions reserved for independent action by the president and secretary, including Lieutenant Hobson.
A bottle launched from Ottawa on the Marais des Cygnes river by four married couples and a child carried names to Mokane Missouri where a letter dated July 13 reveals it traveled from the river’s east to the Missouri and back, covering about 350 miles along the waterway.
San Francisco reports joyous reaction in Kansas camp as Brigadier General King confirms assignment to Mantle after Seventh California. Troop movements include two vessels, the Tartar and the Athena, transporting a vestment cargo. General Merritt aims to redeploy forces, with King preparing for a broader command as assessments of quartermasters and commissary departments proceed. A board under Major Frank Ie Chorin and Captains Carroll Fitt Catorado and W Harry French reviews shortages and disciplinary actions, including a separated prisoner case involving Sergeant Young.
Wichita mourns as Winchell departs the city amid an advertising stamp scheme scandal. He operated from 184 North Main Street with Mrs Wilman’s space, leaving Friday. A wave of inquiries follows, as creditors and townsfolk seek the man’s whereabouts and await resolution.
Adjutant General Allen states the state militia will be reorganized once retirement of volunteers is confirmed and there will be no further calls. He will issue orders to honorably discharge all who volunteered for U S service, rejecting requests to retain Veterans in the militia to avoid perceived discrimination against nonvolunteers.
The steamer Amaneus reached Victoria from St Michael Alaska with 260 Dawson City passengers and a large shipment of gold dust and drafts. Purser Richards reports the total gold and drafts at 3,200,000 of which 1.25 million is gold dust and nuggets.
Salina took the third game from Topeka in eight innings by 2 to 0 as Cooper pitched well for Salina and Mauck struggled for Topeka. Cooper leaves today for St. Joe in the Western Association. Wichita schedule listed with pitchers booked. Afternoon game slated for 5:45.
Western League results show St. Paul 3 Indianamis 2 and Minneapolis 5 Muilwankee G. BL. Joseph 3 0. Detroit 2 2 Kansas City 2 Columbus 1 plus Pittsburg 4 Washington 74. Pirates ineligible Cleveland and Chicas ts ed on account oe eos postpon.
Revenue act pages require 2 cent tax on each US postal money order to be paid by the purchaser or seller. Postmasters have affixed stamps or charged buyers, creating double payment. Auditors report misapplied stamps and improper collections, with officials instructed to stop attaching stamps to orders.
Newport News Aug 4 The first detachment of the Third brigade First Army Corps under Brig Gen Fred Grant embarks on the transport Hudson for Porto Rico. Six companies of the First Kentucky regiment commanded by Col Castleman sail after pay off. Further movement depends on Friday’s plans. Col James Hamilton Lewis joins Gen Brooke’s staff and will sail with the expedition.
Washington Aug 4 a flood of inquiries from auxiliary organizations seeks the proper method to send money and supplies to soldiers overseas. The War and Post Office Departments outline rapid handling for hospital and other essentials, advise drafts on New York for monetary gifts, and instruct shipping by express for non medical items.
Secretary Long launches a cost cutting drive in the navy department aiming to reduce expenses grown during the war. The plan includes retiring unused auxiliary vessels and cancelling charters where appropriate to align with presidential wishes and set a precedent for other executive departments.
Real estate transfers recorded yesterday include Margaret E to Joni E Frost for 700 dollars covering lots 57 and 50 Huntuen Street addition A College Hill. Elizabeth B.E. Guard and husband to Alda B.E. Guard for 4000 dollars on lot 2 block 4 College Hill. Alda E.B. Guard to Elizabeth E. James for 1000 dollars on lots 238 and 249 Taylor Street. F. O. Popence and wife to Cornelius Mahoney for 120 dollars on Wall Street Sam Croes addition. A Smokeless Powder Plant: Ohio men form West Virginia company to manufacture smokeless powder with 1,000,000 capital, government contracts, plans to deliver 10,000 pounds weekly near Cleveland.
Announcement outlines a grand exposition from June to October near Omaha. Claims easy access for travelers across the Missouri and Mississippi Valleys. Promotes through tickets with stopovers and reduced fares via the Burton Route, via Omaha. Signed by Bee, Timbersomeat Manager, St Louis Missouri.
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