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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1899
Page
4
A miscellany page from the Topeka State Journal offers extracts on the Spanish American War era and public figures, including Dewey and Otis, plus reflections on pensions, press commentary, and a humorous piece from Reflections of a Bachelor. The column discusses current events, naval leadership, and social mores with period tone.
The piece notes recurring fears of monopolies in invest and coal, recalling Cleveland era worries. It cites the St. Louis Post-Dispatch urging awareness of meat and coal trusts and price rises. It warns that public meetings to discuss these risks gain urgency as people seek remedy.
A local Topeka group, the rescue society, is depicted in a satirical piece about men and women. The text jokes that women claim short skirts attract men while men demand gifts, portraying a humorous, old fashioned social quip about romance and money.
A dispersed sketch from Kansas towns notes Funston’s proud standing in Allen County, highlights odd local nicknames and letters of thanks, and mentions attempts to defend figures in Atchison and Doniphan counties. It mentions corn and ear yields, prairie chickens claims, and a Doniphan county feud over grist.
A trolley collision on the Norristown Cheat Mountain line near Philadelphia injured many. Thirty people were trapped and rushed to Charity Hospital in Norristown with severe injuries including internal damage and multiple broken ribs. Passengers blame the motorman for failing to stop at an unwitch causing the crash.
Pistteburg Aug 21 President McKinley and Secretary dikeheock attended Presbyterian services. Governor Roosevelt called on McKinley for a brief chat. They spoke lightly of politics with a strong focus on the Ohio campaign and suggested Roosevelt begin with a Dayton speech in mid September.
In Newport R I on August 21 the final of the al com ets tennis tournament featured Dwight P F Davie versus J Parmely Paret. Paret won 7 5 8 1 2 6 amid an enthusiastic crowd on the casing course.
An old health advertisement promotes Hood's Sarsaparilla as a remedy to purify blood. It claims one in ten are pure Wood and the rest should take the tonic to improve health, promising lively laughter and good health.
WaKeeney Aug 21 Fort Hays reservation is crowded with sooners staking claims before appraisal. Residents rushed to the land office but applications were rejected by the register and receiver. Government orders say no settlement until the land is appraised, yet claimants persist awaiting a turn in their favor.
A Kansas boy recounts sailing to Cavite for the burial of the Monadnock captain who died of heart trouble. He describes the Manila ferry trip, passing ships and marks, markets on a market day, the arcade and dry docks, and the funeral with marines marching, taps, and the burial service at Sao Togde cemetery.
Wellington Aug 21 The City Federation of Club reports about 700 dollars raised for a clubhouse with 600 to 1,500 dollars still needed. Public entertainments added some funds, and subscriptions are ongoing to support a House of Public Benefit. The plan includes a social space for county residents and railroad workers.
Democratic factions in Wyandotte County Kansas seek reconciliation after four years of division. A Saturday meeting in Kansas City Kansas drew representatives from each faction with limited results but optimism of a united front for upcoming local elections. A follow up gathering is planned for next Saturday as momentum builds toward a broader presidential and state campaign alignment.
Osage and Delaware Indians celebrate an old custom at Cotton Creek eight miles south with over 500 clansmen. After issuing a peace calumet, the Osage gift ponies to the Delawares. The Geagex will perform the sin dance at dawn and continue until exhaustion, concluding Thursday with a war dance. Several heat prostrations occurred during the green corn dance by the Delawares.
Old Settlers at Bius Rapids enjoy four days of festivity with Woodman day and Rural Neighbor colors. Crowds from multiple counties hear A. P. Hamilton and John Sullivan speak, see Carl Johanne play, and enjoy Trott's Marysville orchestra. Friday hosts an estimated 50 percent crowd. remarks follow B A Stacks address.
Jack McParland age 34 of Holmnes Kan was killed while coupling a steam engine and thresher at John Focke's home eleven miles northeast of town. He was the sub engineer and the engine backed over him. A coroner jury absolved the threshing crew. Insurance valued at $1000. Remains to Marysville Kan for burial.
City park work under park commissioner PH Sughrhe employed up to twenty two men for cleanup. Weeds and brush cleared improved appearance while a dyke was built to control river water. Park fund subscriptions reached two hundred twenty dollars.
A letter from Jon Miller in the Philippines with the Twentieth reserves describes high fever deaths and a large death rate among soldiers. He warns the clisure is terrible and that many men are in frightful condition, urging swift return home for Americans.
Paola Aug 21 The largest police court fine ever imposed in this city was given yesterday morning by Judge Robinson on a guilty plea by William Linebough to three charges intoxication wife beating and using profane language toward the wife The first count carried a 5 fine the second 20 and the third 25 with no money available Linebough faces rock pile as sentence pending payment refusal
Ex mayor Cox presents scheme to city council to adopt an automobile system replacing streetcar service. Council to take up the proposal to rid the town of the dominant car service.
Eureka August 21 A warrant is issued for AB McDonald reporter for the Kansas City Star on a charge of libel. The complaint is sworn to by a Dove. The sheriff proceeded to Topeka today for further action.
A Missouri governor requisition relates to the accused in the Dobbs New murder case. The article notes Dove’s connection and his grievance, leading to a civil action. The narrative links Dove to the case through a perceived grievance and involvement in the prior reporting.
Editor Paul Grinstead of the Wathens Star faces a district court libel suit from Senator J. Fulton. The filing alleges a published story claimed Fulton accepted money to support locating the new facility at Parsons, while he served on the location committee.
An 11-year-old boy, Jas Narob’s son, was found dead smothered in a wheat bin inside an elevator after being reported missing at Pratt on August 21. Other items note Thomas Robby, a farmer, died after a kick from a colt, and local political update on M B Nicholson’s nomination for Judge, plus Fred Smith of Rapids, Mich., crushed under a train at Emporia with legs amputated.
Pensions granted include Harron Seymour eight dollars, George N Murat six dollars, Timothy Mahoney eight dollars two cents, W Conlon eight, Charles H Parish four, John W Westfall thirty six, recipients located in Frankfort Leavenworth River Repidk Nations Miliary Home and Willard. Restoration Wilford J Angles Ar Bngton Tacreise Francis M Jones Willard eight to ten dollars.
In Reno county Hutchinson Aug 18 the Populists and Democrats held conventions. Democrats nominated candidates for county clerk and sheriff, endorsed by Populists. Fusion ticket includes Elijah Rays for sheriff Thomas Foley for clerk G. W. Hardy for treasurer Carl Mitchell for register of deeds Alva O Hara for surveyor and Dr Julian for coroner.
A Middle-of-the-Road Poyulist convention is called for September 2 in Independence to nominate a county ticket. Signed by 3. F. Mayo as chairman and W. C. Haverstick as secretary, the move follows strong anti fusion sentiment in Montgomery County. Atchison granted the Winner electric line franchise after an adjourned county session, with W. E. Winner of Kansas City present and minor amendments by the county attorney.
Wellington reports that a 4 year old girl, daughter of Tom Whitley, seven miles east of town, was kicked by a horse yesterday. The collision fractured the skull and split the frontal bone, leaving the brain exposed after she struck a 2x4 timber. The tragedy follows a string of accidents in the region.
Phillipsburg August 21 Republicans held county convention nominating officials for the coming term. Elected were Treasurer J. D. Cheadle County Clerk J. F. Rambogheritt Sheriff HL N Verton Deputy of Deeds W Fay nolde Surveyor Samuel Newton Foreman Dr G Nelson Commissioner First District C EB lasted.
Dickinson county Republicans chose S A Cooper for sheriff RB Jacobs for clerk J R Van Vooret for register C H Koepke for treasurer A C Rorning for surveyor Hy Felty for coroner B B Fry for commissioner in a decisive Dickinson county gathering Also Pratt County Populists nominate W W Fabe for treasurer John Mawdsley for clerk J Givbana for register of deeds Meyer J J Roll for cordner A J Barnes for coroner and Cherryvale to host ninth capital log rolling set for September 14 1899 with Southeastern Kansas Log Rolling association in Cherryvale Kan
Mr. Winner announces Topeka will be linked with Lawrence Kansas City Atchison and Leavenworth by an electric railroad. Capital is available and negotiations proceed with Rossington Smith Dallas for the old Kansas Saidland line. Sale postponed. line to repurpose 12 miles of existing track and extend toward Topeka.
July proved markedly cool with statewide mean temps 1.8 degrees below normal. Most counties registered below normal rainfall, except Smith Phillips and Norton. Osweep hit 79.8 and Dresden 72.8, Ulysses reached 106, and Fanning fell to 45. The state averaged 3.72 inches precipitation, Independence reporting 31.44 inches locally. Barometer ranged 29.05 to 30.20 inches. SE winds predominated with 39 percent clear and 39 percent partly cloudy conditions.
Fort Worth reports F N Bourne of Kansas bought the Wah ranch and cattle from Frank Fomiinson of Marion county Kansas. The acreage spans Lyn Dawson Trinity and Gaines counties totaling 893 sections with 3200 cattle including calves. The Dave O Keefe ranch and cattle also transferred in the same deal, totaling $185.
A. B. M. Jones chief of police of Wichita dies suddenly at his home in Wichita on August 21 during return from a ceremony at Pikes Peak. Jones, known Mason and local law enforcement leader, passed away amid quiet ceremonies there and upon arrival in Wichita.
Mrs. I Gorham formerly of Topeka died Saturday at her home in Kansas City after living here 22 years. She was active in the Rebekah lodge in the city and held a long grand chair. The notice references prior moves and family ties, with sparse details from a fragmented obituary.
A portrait of Queen Victoria praising her health memory and intellect. The Queen remains active in letters and government affairs with strong awareness of modern life. She is described as a new woman in essence yet an old one in duty and duty.
The forecast calls for higher temperatures in northeastern Kansas with a hotter risk. At two o clock the high was not yet recorded while the thermometer showed rising heat. The minimum stood around 63 with humidity, and the wind favored southeast at about eight miles per hour. A stray line about a woman and a joke appears in the fragment, with unclear context and no clear connection to the weather.
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