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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1898
Page
4
Disjointed notes from The St Louis Republic touch on Dewey and Philippine campaign, Spanish relations, and political chatter. The item references Aguinaldo, Hong Kong, Manila reports, Merritt, and the President’s commissions. It notes war tax, treasury notes, and Kansas law curiosities with scattered mentions of newspapers and officials.
Grace Martin, daughter of the late ex-Governor John A. Martin, appointed librarian of Leavenworth Soldiers Home. Beldit attendance by Parks. Eldwyr Pardes widow Gled at old home near Farmjon. Herre graina laid to rest. she died aged 76 with nine ministers present led by Major Hood of Emporia. Ford county reports 21,000 cattle. Greer in charge of the sviatiela postomce.
The text discusses Colonel Bowerseck's catfish and researchers like Vandegrift, plus a long excerpt debating the future of the Philippines. It mentions Governor W. Glick, Jo H. P. Myton, and Uintah Fay Tadinos, then shifts to The New York World’s view on US control after peace, arguing about occupation, sovereignty, and the form of government for the Philippines, with references to treaties and colonial implications.
A fragmented dispatch describes surrender timing between Moola and Washington, noting a 17 hour lead for Washingon time and debate over when armistice becomes binding. It mentions General Merritt and naval operations, with references to prisoners and ongoing bombardment amid disputed terms and a naval cable disruption.
Two boys pursuing a red squirrel near the northwest edge of town had a fall from a tall cottonwood. One boy suffered a severe shoulder injury and a blood vessel burst, ending the chase as onlookers aided a friend who wandered off. The incident occurred after a banked leap and a broken fall, with medical aid sought but the squirrel not recovered.
A dying 55 year old man, Mr Tuttle, left one thousand dollars for Colonel Ingersoll to deliver the funeral oration at his burial. Ingersoll awaits telegram to proceed to Lincoln as soon as notified.
Washington Aug 13 War department issues regulations for duties imports and exports in the Philippine islands under U S control. Details cover wharfage charges on vessels and goods customs rates per 1000 kg and per hectoliter for foods and beverages, exemptions for government vessels and neutral ships, free imports for certain items, and retention of the metric system and gold peso as the monetary unit.
Tennessee Republicans at Nashville nominate James Yowter of Clinton for governor and adopt a platform endorsing the St Louis platform, backing the gold standard and U S imperial expansion including annexation of Cuba and control of the Philippines. The record highlights praise for McKinley’s war leadership and a call to extend American trade, with mixed local anecdotes and a medical testimonial inserted.
Emporia hosts a band carnival August 30 31 with twelve bands competing for prizes and giving two concerts daily. Bands include Gil Tett’s Cowboy band Woodbine the twin Mound Band Fredonia Hamilton Holmes’ Boy Cottonwood Falls Melvern Americus Severy and others. A street parade starts daily at 1 pm with concerts at Soden's Grove and Mid Way Park.
W H Harrah, returning from Kionike with John Frey, declares Alaska gold fever a major sham costing him over 1000 dollars. Frey recounts a voyage via Skaguay Dyea Chilkoot pass to Dawson City, risking White Hares rapids with twelve wrecks cited on Thirty Mile river. Prospecting near Ladus creek yields insufficient color. Dawson City is a wider open town with many appliers and tin-horns, while Canadian police enforce strict Sunday saloon closures.
In Rice County Hutchinson a remarkable pair of twin steers, four pair of twins overall, owned by John Hess the IVeryman, stand six feet six inches tall and weigh about 5000 pounds. They are kept as pets at the Blue Front barn and draw comparison to world fair beasts. Hess regrets missing Omaha exposition due to planning delays. Rev Br. P. Banes for Leedy.
Rev HR Banks, pastor of the African Baptist church in Paola, a Republican, announces support for Governor Leedy. He estimates state recognition of colored people equals about $48000 yearly and urges his community to vote and work for Leedy and the state ticket, praising policies beyond election rhetoric.
In Emporia on August 13 Mrs. Harsh widow of Neosho Rapids appeals for donations to bring home the body of her son Louis Harsh a rough rider killed in the battle of La Quasina his head reportedly shot off during combat authorities confirm the tragic loss and the fundraising effort aims to cover transport and burial costs.
A Topeka dispatch from the Chicago Chronicle reports two rival county fairs will occupy the Holton boards from August 30 to September 3. Flaming posters advertise the competing attractions as the events clash for attention and attendance.
Exhibitors are barred from showing at the alter as townspeople clash over the fair. Both associations offer prizes for the prettiest baby and a $100 reward for the handsomest young lady. Counter attractions are advertised and farmers with pumpkins or watermelons gain free admission to either show. Brass bands will provide music for both fairs. Each side accuses the other of data theft.
In Hutchinson Kansas on August 18 Roy Phillips a boy about a few years old ate Jimson weed leaves and became delirious with dilated pupils and convulsions. A physician diagnosed nelson poisoning and gave an antidote. After hours the symptoms subsided and the child is expected to recover.
In Grenola, a traveling peddler sold ladies rare flower seeds priced from 1.80 to 3. He gave seeds labeled from the Holy Land but two varieties proved to be common smart grass and hemp. The so called precious flower turned out to be Jimson weed.
In Washington county August 18 fusion prevailed at both the Populist and Democratic conventions held in different towns. The ticket dominated by both parties includes Clerk of District Court Mike Purcell Democrat County Attorney M. E. Graham Democrat Representative James Somers Populist Probate Judge F. E. Ertle Populist and School Superintendent Miss Nannie Nesbit the first woman nominated for office in the county.
Mrs. Julia C. Northington died from poison taken during a personal crisis over separation from her husband Dr. Samuel Northington. A longtime Emporia resident since 1879, she was active in church and society. Relatives in North Carolina and Tennessee are noted as prominent and wealthy. The house linked to a prior poison case involving John R. Wallop of Topeka and Minnie Wallace Walkup.
St Paul August 18 biennial meeting of the state council of Catholic Knights of America concluded with several officers elected for the ensuing year. John T. O Keefe of Leavenworth named supreme delegate and J E Higgins of Wichita supreme alternate. Stance Meyers State president and M Burns State vice president chosen along with Lewis T Dawes Leavenworth as state secretary and Daniel O Keefe Pittsburg as state treasurer. Next gathering set for 1400 in Pittsburgh.
Baldridge and Jent bound over on 5000 and 2000 bail for the murder of Henry Delozier. Delozier died after being struck with a ball bat during a ball game incident as he tried to reach his son. Effingham brief: A. B. Sharpless of Monrovia seeks the Republican nomination for district representative citing strong support and local popularity.
Lawrence Aug 15 General Henry Carroll wounded at Santiago telegraphs his family he expects to leave hospital by week end. A public reception will honor him and he hopes to resume active duty by September 1 despite earlier signs of fatal injuries. Gaines sued for libel in Abilene as ex state superintendent now editor of Salina Telegram.
Corney Norris of De Satine county faces criticism for alleged legal violations during office. libel suit arises from disputes over conduct. Rev. Juhan Miller of Newton named president of Emporia College to fill vacancy after Hey J-DuRaW death. Mrs M A Bible sues for divorce from H J Bible, claiming extreme cruelty.
Baltimore Herald extols the engineers and stokers aboard the Merrimac during the Santiago harbor action. It praises the firemen and the engineer who fought to keep the ship running as companions risked all on the lower decks. The piece honors their duty, humility, and unrecognized courage with calls for posterity to remember them. It notes a Santa Fe relief effort offering a September 5 departure with a $16.10 round trip fare.
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