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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1898
Page
4
A Topeka State Journal column from a 1900s issue discusses adopting Dewey as the U S naval mascot amid Cuba crisis talk. It notes disputes on territorial aims, warns about silver prices and self the government, and comments on politicians like Fitzhugh Lee and Hanna. It critiques press tone and language in public discourse.
A garbled report discusses Secretary Alger's investment in Lapland reindeer, billing it as a government venture. It mentions transporting deer to Alaska, potential additional costs, and claims the venture could be sold or traded after demonstrations of their work amid steam, snow, and trains.
The report recounts a failed plan to relieve hardship by trading dehorned reindeer and supplies with natives in Alaska. The scheme, tied to Lapland promoters, collapsed as reindeer died and only faint memories remained of the effort and its alleged profits for the government.
The piece reflects a rambling Atchison Glove column about social behavior and superstition. It mocks talkativeness around family, notes misheard remarks, and warns of quack “heart disease” excuses used to manipulate sympathy and social dynamics. The tone is caustic and satirical.
The article recalls Bismarck as a public figure shaped by aggressive caricature in journals over decades. It notes early comic notices dating back to 1649 and a later defining image of Bismarck raising a hand with a distinctive gesture, marking his notoriety and the press’s eye on his character and faults.
The passage recalls Henry W. Pis, er in Harpers Weekly, noting Bismarck in caricature. It describes a 1590 retirement scene where the ex-chancellor hesitates at the doorway, offering his three hairs to the cartoonist as a memento and bids farewell to the public with his dog beside him.
Washington August 20 The Democratic handbook for party guidance in the approaching campaign will not be issued before the first week in September. The document outlines the party stance on silver and other fiscal issues and aims to unite support for the administration’s policy.
A regional committee secretary discusses war revenue fairness and tax burdens, criticizing the bill as punitive to ordinary people while sparing wealth. He warns silver questions will resurface as reform is needed for prosperity, and notes Wilson and Kerr advocate platform loyalty amid campaigning. Bryan’s role unsettled as he remains in military service.
Chicago writer Clyde Fitch, at age thirty, gains notice for The Moth and the Flame set to debut at Powers' new theater next Monday. Critics note Fitch's lively temperament and balanced imagination, with some melodramatic treads but overall refined taste and picturesque effect. His body of work includes Beau Brummell and Nathan Hale along with several adaptations and collaborations.
Joseph Arthur's new play On the Wabash draws major attention in Chicago. A noted American dramatist, Arthur promises originality with a rural Indiana village setting, elaborate scenery, live animals, and a plot of villainy amid country charm. Edward C. White backs the production and Arthur directs the rehearsals.
Toronto reports a sensational Napanee Bank robbery case centering on Ponton a well known society man arrested on complicity charges. Witness Pare says Ponton helped divide stolen money with Holden and others. Ponton’s presence at key locations is questioned by jurors aided by corroborating testimony from Macauley and family. A travel plan mentions $16 050 to Indianapolis via the Santa Fe Route with tickets on sale August 19 29 and 71.
W J Schoonover, an elderly Fort Scott resident born in New York, plans a long awaited trip to his native state to reunite with a sister unseen for over sixty years. The tale follows missed connections, a mistaken belief his sister was dead, and a later discovery in Elmira and nearby towns. His age and health are noted as he prepares for the journey.
Col William Cloud, the only living Kansan with a county named for him, will attend the Junction City reunion and unveiling next month. He led the Second Kansas in 1861, served in the Mexican War, and commanded brigades before becoming colonel of the Fifteenth Kansas veterans.
Wichita reports attorney D B Crewson received a letter announcing Will Blalock has been granted a new trial in Cherokee county after 12 years in prison for murder. Blalock and his brother pled guilty to killing a constable. the brother died in prison. Crewson, with ex congressman Perkins, worked to uncover new testimony leading to the new trial order.
Salina August 20 Adventists from western and central Kansas attend a camp meeting. Parties arrive by Missouri Pacific and throughout the day. Services include German English and Swedish sermons with daily programmes. General assembly in Ottawa September 15 and the session here lasts ten days.
Lawrence Australia July 23 Edward Watters a metallurgist formerly of this city had a narrow escape when a landslide collapsed a two story brick building over Copper mining workings. He was buried under debris for 35 minutes before rescue and was the sole survivor among four men present. three were killed.
A fragmentary report notes a ground collapse from a 200 foot level to the surface. It mentions management expectations and special precautions taken in the area but lacks clear details on location, causes, or casualties. Further readable facts are needed for fuller summary.
The August 20 report notes the September 1 campaign rally in Lawrence will be a major event with strong participation from Women Republicans and all Republican women. Delegations from townships will join, with afternoon speeches by WEL Stanley and J. D. Bowersock in South Park and a municipal address by J. R. Burton in the evening at the opera house.
In Salina on August 20 Leonard Hobeen and Emma Wyncoop, a young couple, secretly wed last Christmas. The pair kept the marriage quiet until Wyncoop overheard part of a conversation prompting action to file the record at the court house, exposing the marriage. Wyncoop had consented to a two year delay for his daughter's marriage, but the couple acted early.
London August 20 Cade writes to the London News urging humane treatment for dogs. She condemns persecutions by Mr Walter Long and the widespread chaining of dogs for long periods, calling it brutal and contrary to common sense and enlightened legislation.
Chicago Aug 20 G P Partridge a Clark university senior studies why men drink whisky He tests physiological effects by self experiments with pure alcohol measuring work with a hand dynamometer He finds pure alcohol boosts output in the first half hour but reduces power in the second hour He cites possible instinctive or pathological cravings and plans to test other liquids and drugs including strychnine and ammonia spirit.
Captain Bailey of Burlington sends word from Santiago about rough travel, a wall tent finally secured, and ongoing shortages of medicine and clothing. He notes a personal loss of about 260 dollars if City of Washington gear isn’t recovered, mentions health and heat, and recounts encounters with scorpions, crabs, tarantulas, and constant shelling during the campaign.
London reports King Otto of Bavaria, long described as hopelessly insane, near the end of his reign as he remains secluded at the Castle of Furstenried. Medical terms and current state of mind are noted amid uncertain prognosis.
Ailing monarch, marked by delusions and fits of terror, remains largely confined to his lavish ground floor suite. Since 1986 he has resided amid opulence, yet has not left his room since Christmas, with a former sovereign’s role mocked by his condition.
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