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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1898
Page
3
Kansas City visitors arrive under a partly new railroad structure signaling changes in access and schedules. Officials say the updated layout will ease transfers and improve operations for travelers and freight movements through the city.
Aug 10 report on depot remodeling contracts and altered plans at the Witheds depot with a December 1 completion target and a higher-than-expected price. Also notes Santa Fe Bridge work, bridge openings, drainage schemes, and railway maintenance across Galveston and Chicago areas.
Army of 40 000 troops paraded in perfect order at Chickamauga Park near Chattanooga Tennessee as Mayor General Breckenridge praised the soldierly carriage and discipline. General Breckenridge and staff observed the long march and the regiments passing the review with deep spectator interest and military precision.
An inspector general notes weekly climate and crop conditions across regions. Cooler weather improves rainfall distribution with heavy rains in southwestern and northwestern counties. corn shows mixed results with some injuries from frost and drought but overall gains in wheat and pastures amid harvests. Eastern divisions report variable corn and wheat yields, while mid and southern regions describe forage crops in fair condition and ongoing threshing and harvest progress.
In Wellington Nevada a Russian Jewish group formed the Occidental Colony Company to settle 21 families on Wymere Ranch. They bought land for 304000 and borrowed 45000 as a first mortgage. President Daniel Schwartz and Lee Marty Bell allegedly absconded with 315 of bullion proceeds, draining crops and leaving colonists destitute and facing eviction. warrants issued for their arrest as police pursue fugitives likely headed toward Alaska.
Washington reports Sanitary bulletin for August 9 shows 2107 sick and fever cases among troops at Santiago. Listed are several illnesses including malaria typhoid dysentery and yellow fever, with one death from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Major General Shafter signs the dispatch.
Apr 20 report from Santiaso to Porto Rico and Montauk requests warn public against pricing sealing wax on letters bound for Porto Rico or Santiago in hot climates. Wax melts and can stick to other letters, defacing mail. Six additional clerks ordered to Santiaso.
Seven year old Harry Edwards of 55 Elizabeth street chased and captured a full grown man, recovered stolen property, and handed the suspect to police. Justice Rabath and Inspector Shea praised him while the district attorney noted the costs against the thief.
At a funeral near Tuxon Mooree county two women died as a mule spooked a buggy. Mary Williams, sister of the deceased, was killed by a tree fracture while Apala Williams suffered fatal back injuries after being thrown into the wheels. The coffin opened, corpses spilled roadside, and burial was delayed as mourners aided the recovery and interment. Several women were injured.
A report from Asbury Park says Jim Corbett trains intensely with his crew as he did before the Carson fight. Friends who’ve seen him in Asbury Park fear the hard regimen may sap his endurance ahead of the upcoming bout with McCoy near Buffalo. Critics say Corbett uses a flawed method from his Nevada training that could disadvantage him against a younger, sprightly challenger.
Washington Aug 10 The War Department Adjutant General reports instructions to General Shafter on troop embarkation from Santiago to Munroe Point. Recommendations from surgeon generals require three to five days in isolation and daily inspections, with bathing and fresh clothing, plus handling of suspected cases and yellow fever convalescents before embarkation.
London reports Mr Curzon said the Chinese government thanked Britain for backing China against aggression. Beijing asserted no threat or regression was implied after Britain promised aid for public works and rail projects, in response to the August 1 message.
A Shamokin Valley knitting works accident in Shamokin Pennsylvania reports 18 year old Miss Jen ie Allison killed when her nose touched a crossed telephone line charged via 1200 volts. Her feet rested on steam heating pipes during the incident.
The woman who disappeared from a West Superior hotel July 28 is identified as the wife of Dr. G. Horton of Butte Montana. He has searched since she left Seattle where she had been visiting, but local police have no new information to shed light on the case.
General Fred D. Grant and his staff, along with six companies of the First Kentucky, under Col. Castleman, embarked last night aboard the transport Alamo for Porto Rico. The Obdam plans to depart today with the Fifth Tlingis residents led by Col. Culver. Details on other troops' embarkation were not announced. Hamilton Gidaut may accompany Grant to oversee provisions and camp grounds. The day’s news mentioned condemned goods at the port, and inquiries into shortages.
Populist press agent JW Murphy announced upcoming meetings: August 1 Valley Falls with Gov Lovas and Webb McNan. Ridge area speakers include A Harris and S Martin. August 23 Downs with Botkin and W. W. Deh. August 25 Wichita features C Hoyle and Jerry Simpson.
The record notes a transfer to Pred W. Saimle Hartman and husband for 470 Harrison Street Hansen's addition, $40. A United States torpedo boat Dupont under Lieutenant Wood arrived at the navy yard after two months away, with ore vessel activity nearby. Modern dental work offered at reasonable prices.
Two 16 year old boys Aaron Finley and John Jackson were arrested by Corporal Wadley after stealing Major John M. Brown's horse and buggy and driving toward Silver Lake. They hid the unruly colt behind a new house at Fourteenth Street until dawn. Both admitted thefts and await probate court. A North Topeka colored boy, Arnie Mitchell, and his brother Cal are linked to other burglaries. Mitchells are described as professional thieves. A Union Pacific freight car theft yielded seven sacks of flour found in the Mitchell cellar. A 24 year old farmer was arrested for carrying a revolver in the railroad yards. he claimed it was for protection. Bradshaw joint raid ends with esposures. Bradshaw and wife detained after being found at the Jefferson Street locale.
Snippets note police attire and local clubs. Lee Jones claims a fish trap invention. A Toneka Agarstrian club meeting is called. Off town tennis guests to be hosted at Vine Wood party. Major Harvey funded transport for Braton Flint remains to Stockton. Albert Roby, at Santiago with larval troops, risks homecoming. enlistment ends in 20 days. Robbers case links shown. murder suspect Turbo Curhenbury may face finals. Swedish Lutheran church orchestra tours northern Kansas to raise funds for debt due October 1. cities Morganville Walsburg Mariadahl Olsburg Watervile Vitets report good crowds.
State tax figures from the auditor’s office show Shawnee County will pay the largest rise next year, with the statewide total about 12 thousand dollars higher. Counties are listed with their apportioned tax amounts, starting with Allen and others.
In Concorna on August 10 the Republican county convention nominated ex-Sheriff David Ward of Belleville for the unexpired term of Senator W. A. Mosher. Four candidates were named for the position: P. B. Palsifer, W. W. Caldwell, Walker Darlington, and County Attorney Wimonth. The ticket reflects the party’s choice for Cloud County’s public county seat race.
The G A R party will depart Rock Island Sunday September 4 at 4 o clock for Cincinnati with Perlm an palace cars and tourist seats. The 24 strong Modocs and Ladies of the G A R will accompany, offering a merry trip. For sleeper reservations inquire at Rock Island depot or write AM PULLER City Passenger and Ticket Agent. Also advertising laundry services and colored shirt care by Peerless Steam Laundry Indianapolis and return via Santa Fe Route with tickets on sale August 19 20 and 21.
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