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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1898
Page
4
TOPEKA STATE JOURNAL lists subscription options and prices for carrier and mail delivery. The notice details weekly and annual rates, regional delivery areas, and office contact information for management.
A jumble of telegraphy and commentary notes Cuba Spain and US politics. The text mentions Hannis Taylors cable cuts and peace negotations with Blanco. It cites New York law satire and references to Admiral Camara and Roosevelt.
A fragment from the Atchison Globe notes social scenes and misheard quotes about women, Army nursing dreams, and a downtown office appointment for Lysander Appleton's granddaughter Etoide. It mentions her reception, friends calling, and a reaction from her employer.
A brief, humorously cynical clipping mocks public speech and gender stereotypes in a Chicago column. It parodies common proverbs about married life quarreling, sports, and women’s behavior, ending with a quip about war reporting.
Pierre Dat, a French naval officer turned retiree, speaks of fighting Spain for the United States. Sir Henry Irving reportedly owns about sixty pairs of spectacles, constantly buying new ones and never settling on a pair. General Septers is the subject of a European press note about potential ink-scrutiny of favorable and unfavorable clippings. King Leopold’s planned trip is linked to seeking capital for two Congo telegraph lines. Ex Chief of Police Crowley of San Francisco receives a banner from China for fair treatment of Chinese during his 25 years in office. Grant previously received a similar honor.
G B Levey of the American Steam Navigation Company, aboard the Dome, predicts a looming Chinese famine and possible rebellion in northern and central provinces. He notes drought, mandarins, and famine will push poorer classes to suffering, with missionaries present. violence feared if unrest arises. He warns of widespread damage and harsher measures against Chinese discontent. Ex Slaves Pension Association plans August 12 speech by J D Botkin to support pending pension bill. A September 22 commemorative event for slaves set. committee announced.
Boston letter to the editor discusses the Philippines and Cuba, arguing against maintaining Puerto Rico and the islands as colonies. It urges independence or free status for Cuba and criticizes Spain, while noting a need for decisive U.S. action and warning against letting Spain humiliate the United States. The piece also references congressional resolve and expresses support for President McKinley’s leadership.
A Brooklyn Heights oddity recounts a parrot on Furman Street shouting Extry! Extry! and warnings to the aristocratic cliff dwellers above the bay. Neighbors cry out for quiet as a resident ventures at night hoping to quiet Polly the parrot, only to meet stubborn, taunting responses and a threatening ice cooler remark.
New York August 5 After months of scheming wall paper manufacturers form a consolidation under the National Wall Paper company dating to 1883. The old trust holds 55 percent of stock with outsiders gaining the rest. Prices will rise 25 to 60 percent. President Henry Burn of Brooklyn denied an actual consolidation. A Philadelphia meeting in April discussed the plan that New York approved days ago. The group could profit by 6 million next year amid internal disputes and outsider pressure.
Leavenworth reports letters from the Cuban war frontier arriving at the First National Bank. One envelope bore a red blotch and a note condemning Spain’s tyranny, part of a batch of about fifty letters to the Leavenworth post office featuring odd wrappings and scents. Mortgages on the decrease in Sumner County.
Aug 5 Yates Center reports the disappearance of FR G Myers a wealthy farmer last seen July 26 near the Missouri Pacific depot. No clues found since 7 oclock Tuesday evening and search efforts have dwindled. One son plans to return from Nebraska to run the farm. The case recalls Frank Goodale’s 3 year old Kansas City disappearance with a letter from Doverville as first clue, whose writer’s identity remains unknown.
A Wichita meeting urged immediate building of the new street railway franchise held by Church & Co. They were told to deposit funds by next Monday night. Hirsch & Co. bonds were discussed as a source of capital after a favorable Wall Street report on the city's prospects.
Fred Shattuck returns from the Klondike with little money but rich in experience. He traveled with J G Connors and Pat Sir, reached 135 miles from Haines Mission before snow and lack of pack animals forced a retreat. Shattuck saw gold but found it not worth the risk, plans to return next year.
Salina Australia 6 G. C. Montgomery Santa Fe detective on site to review Mr Graveley’s depot robbery report. No clues found yet on operations. Witnesses say about 360 was taken and thieves missed diamond earrings and pine valuables. Entry traced to north window secured by a jimmy.
A camp meeting organized by the Seventh Day Adventists is to be held at the Salina fairgrounds from August 14 to 33. Local residents are invited to attend the event hosted by Lalina.
The event offers ample shade and water and is near the heart of the city. Rail passengers will be met and guided to the site, with Chenup transportation provided. Arrangements cover teams arriving by wagon or on foot. A large attendance from central and western Kansas is expected, with programs all day including children and youth meetings.
Denver White Lead representative Tola Wright tests gas to corrode lead in St. Paul. A small furnace at Beck's carriage store conducts ten day trials. Wright claims no natural gas yet yields pure white lead but asserts his gas can work. He states the gas will melt steel and plans to establish behind a jourist.
Aug K Minnie Harding a young woman of about twenty arrived in Atchison from Kansas City after walking most of the distance with a doll for company. She was penniless and unemployed after being laid off in a packing house. She left Kansas City at daylight and met a section gang near Atchison before being brought to town by a train crew. Authorities planned to send her toward home.
McPherson Aug 5 Canton resident Webber Harrison was robbed by two men near Griswell corner as he rode home from town. They talked to him about his bicycle, gained his trust, then seized his pocketbook containing about 3s. They knocked him senseless, cut the bicycle line, and fled. Sheriff Seltz chased to Mound Vides and arrested them. They were identified by narrisha as the assailants. No money found on the suspects. awaiting county court action.
A city mayor endures daily pressures from the myriad duties of office. A citizen complains a telephone wire crosses his property corner blocking his view as he sits at home. The tale illustrates municipal burdens and public nuisance concerns in local governance.
Col F Funston denounces rumors that Lieut Walter Holl of Iola misused regimental rations. Funston says Holl has no role in disbursement, supplies go to the commissary Lieut Green at Fort Scott. He notes morale boosts from quality rations and services to the men. Burlington reports no probate judge yet. marriage licenses delayed as governor delays appointment. Justices of the peace urged to issue temporary licenses to avoid delays.
Wellington August 5 records in the Sumner County register of deeds show a decrease of 14172.06 in the county's indebtedness for July. This relief comes as farmers enter a period of heightened activity and prosperity amid seasonal demand.
Kansas town crimes and financial activity are reported from Emporia. Burglars looted Americus, stealing a thoroughbred mare from Postmaster Gibson and tying up Ernest & Lesh hardware before being discovered. Separate notes detail July mortgage releases totaling 8,325.0 and mortgages issued at 24,455.97, plus deeds and chattel records in the Register's office.
Buffalo Bill wild west show will exhibit in Wichita on September 13 at Matthewsons pasture. Advance agent contracted Ed Taylor to supply hay and grain for 600 horses, more than Adam Forepaugh and Sells Brothers circus. Also notes death of Dr A F Knott founder of Moundridge, and Paris architect Garnier. Dockery loses bid after long Democratic convention deadlock ends on final ballot in Richmond Missouri.
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