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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1899
Page
4
The article surveys Democratic resolve to present multiple policy offerings this year, noting McKinley and Bryan speeches signal headway. It cites political shifts, party alignment in congress, and regional views on tariff and finance while previewing upcoming senatorial expirations and party balance.
Officials defend petroleum inspection as required by law to prevent explosions. The Omaha Bee notes past fatal blasts and asserts inspectors verify oil quality upon receipt, checking tanks and barrels for compliance. The piece frames inspection as a public safety duty, amid political rhetoric on regulatory power and state standards.
The passage argues that consumer safety relies on nationwide or municipal inspections, not just retail checks, noting impracticability of peritem checks for small towns. It calls for strict municipal oversight in places like Omaha and stresses that current state inspections have become a farce, compromising safety.
Text discusses women's behavior and social expectations in households and funerals, referencing a picnic mishap among girls and a tale about Mrs Swander John Appleton. It notes medical procedures, hospital stays, and the idea of multiple surgeries, raising neighborly curiosity about her health.
A satirical meditation on women and truth in dating culture. The piece mocks women’s tendency to reveal or withhold, noting how perspective shifts recur across arguments and relationships, while highlighting gendered expectations in romantic encounters.
Local news notes Salina plans to employ thirty six additional police for the upcoming street fair. The item mentions other Kansas towns in a festival and weathered commentary on regional events, elections, and agriculture.
In Wichita Aug 30 the Seventh District Women’s Christian Temperance Union discussed closing the Klondike at Leavenworth. Mrs E P Hutchinson named two women who could swiftly act, while reports from denominational superintendents were read. Rev Molle Sibbert wished to attend but his report was read by Mrs Isabel Brown. Ole Watson of Alnau Sumner county spoke on systematic giving, noting Harper county’s seven members adopting the system. Remaining reports covered Pr ion Work and Metal Contest and Temperance Literature.
Wichita grants a street railway franchise to a Chicago Wichita group including J O Goddard Col T G Fitch and J O Davidson with 200 000 capital for 16 miles of track. Other bidders Henry C Scott and J G Burdett sought the franchise. Governor Whithey returns from Topeka. Court action sought to restrain work over dilapidated cars amid a legal fight for right of way.
The tenth annual Seventh district Christian Endeavor convention gathered at the First Presbyterian in Emporia with about 100 delegates from seventy societies across Morris Chas s Osage Coffey and Lyon counties. Separate item reports a civil suit in Independence for 5500 damages over alleged abduction of a 11 year old daughter with testimony by W S Hellion of Kansas City. a divorce suit by Mrs Hellion resulting in custody granted to her. and a note that Suhre is her sister and the child is with the mother.
The Kansas Free Thought Association at Forest Park passed resolutions condemning the presidents war policy and demanding the United States cease from further murder and hostilities. It also denounced the Comstock law allowing meddling with private letters and scientific matter by officials, and paid tribute to the late Colonel Ingersoll.
Pittsburg August 20 The executive board of the Mine Workers of America has spent several days distributing tents to homeless striking miners as labor leaders push for a favorable outcome amid the crowded relief efforts.
An old newspaper health notice promises good beginnings for stomach, head, and liver troubles. Recommends persistent use of sarsap arilla as a remedy for weakness, vigor, and overall health, warning that continued use yields a favorable ending.
The executive board reports success in securing mining jobs for workers previously unemployed at Yale and Nelson. A new wage scale takes effect next Friday, boosting earnings for miners. Companies recognizing the union see continued winter orders and contracting activity, while unfriendly firms resist, including attempts to hire unskilled Black miners. The district anticipates pressure on resistant firms within thirty days.
Fort Scott reports General Otis appointed Lieutenant W A Greene of Company F Twentieth Kansas to captaincy in the Elevanth Philippine cavalry. Greene, a former newsboy and law student turned attorney, had long shown military talent and earlier clashed with Captain Little, influencing factional disputes in Topeka and San Francisco.
Belleville Kansas plans a corn carnival and old soldiers and sailors reunion for October 6 and 7. Republic County residents voted to stage the event with Rock Island lines promising an excursion from the Missouri River area to Belleville to boost attendance.
Fire at the Anheuser-Busch cold storage plant in Galena caused a total loss. Investigators labeled the blaze incendiary. Low pressure gas lines upgrade planned with major pipeline replacement to be ready before winter. Civil notices follow about union officers elected at Cherryvale and Republican ticket nominations in Logan county. Erie fair draws large attendance with stock and horse displays. County officials nominees listed for Wabaunsee and other counties.
The commission has distributed 2,526,900 of the 3,000,000 appropriated for Cuban settlers who turned over arms to U S officials. Havana reports 25,692 people have received their share of the gratuity. Marshall's band performs tonight at Garfield Park.
A speculative Chinese American venture seeks to pool millions for a colonizing and industrial project in China. The Chinese consul general in San Francisco presents the plan, backed by prominent Chinese merchants and American capital, aiming to finance railways and factories while influencing US policy to resist European encroachment and protect investments.
Rioting broke out in Cleveland during a strike on the Big Consolidated Street railway lines. Four streetcars were wrecked and crews fled amid a mob of several hundred, with window glass shattered and cars demolished. Police restored order after detachment units arrived. arrests expected.
In Dubuque Aug 20 Clarence Forbes defeated Don Suffield in the 11th round of a 20 round bout. Joe Choynki won the world light heavyweight championship after a spirited 20th round decision over Jimmy Hyan. Also noted are Epworth League conference plans in Hutchinson and the Newark arriving in Frisco after a coal shortage scare.
In Mexico rumors of yellow fever spread as six people die and authorities warn of rising cases. Cordova and nearby ports report infections with deaths attributed to fever. Weather forecasts predict unsettled conditions with a Thursday copier report. temperatures range from highs near 90 to lows around 39 with east winds at five miles per hour.
An American envoy says Zelaya of Nicaragua and Terencia Sierra of Honduras met secretly at Amapala Honduras to plan an offensive alliance against Costa Rica. The dispute centers on Guanaaste province and a potential Nicaragua canal route with gold shipments alleged to fund arms.
The August 12 Yokohama blaze, carried to Victoria by Aug 20, wiped out a square mile of buildings including Theater street. Property losses are estimated at five to six million. The house where the fire began was set upon by a mob, with the owner killed.
Buffalo conference on February 4 1901 John Marshall Day observed and officers elected CF Manderson Nebraska president John Hinkley Maryland treasurer Francis Rawle Pennsylvania. Executive committee Edmund Wetmore New York A M Rose Arkansas Charles Nobis Wisconsin adjourned after routine business many members to attend international bar association meeting.
The death of L B Rendall in Denver does not affect ownership of the Grand Opera House which he held through mortgage. Survivors include Mrs Reta Rendall and daughter Mrs Rusene Quipton of Aniscles. Rendall was linked to EL Kendall of Topeka and described as wealthy. Burial planned in Mulpmesvo, June.
New York August 20 The Union Pacific board plans to urge shareholders to boost preferred stock from 325 million to 100 040 000 and raise common stock from 180 000 to 950 000. The issue funds conversion of about 14 million in outstanding bonds and exchanges 7.5 million in new common shares for Oregon Railroad & Navigation stock. The move would give Union Pacific exclusive ownership of the entire line from the Missouri River to Portland Oregon, with 3 percent Oregon Short Line A bonds to be retired by first mortgage bonds already in the treasury.
Zanesville report notes John Be Mc Lean was nominated on the first ballot receiving strong votes amid party proceedings in the early evening. Ballot success marks momentum for Mc Lean in Ohio conventions and sets the tone for upcoming contests.
Mrs. E. P. Kellam works at 529 KHON Street setting up a concert series for charitable institutions. She installs an automatic piano device to play and accompany performances, while the room will feature electric lights, fans, and chairs. The concerts will begin once preparations are complete.
A Gloucester letter arrives in Pitchbury revealing the whereabouts of Frank H. Harter’s father, believed dead for thirty five years. The writer claims to be the elder Barter, returning after decades apart and bringing news of a possible reunion.
A damaged account traces a man’s journey to discover his father after a shipwreck era and a hidden identity. It recounts a mother, a son, multiple relocations from Boston to Lowell, and years of separation before a letter confirms paternity. The piece notes a stepfather and a late-life return to the East amid sparse details.
A distorted notice invites farmers to join a trust for farm products. It names headquarters in a western state region and proposes offices, elevators, and agencies to handle, gather, and ship products to Topeka Kansas City St Louis Chicago New Orleans and other US points. Capital is set at twenty million dollars with two million for a tank department and separate bureaus for statistics gain stock cotton and tobacco.
A fragmented New York report notes Pedlar Palmer the English pugilist training in Mamaroneck for a September 1 bout with Terry McNaveen. It mentions hotel arrangements by Andrew Caedy and references local lodging, ale, and Palmer’s cautious outlook amid noisy distractions.
Santa Fe sells round trip tickets to New York City departing August 31 at 4 05 p m with return options through September 1 2 and a回. Tickets include stopovers at Niagara Falls Washington Baltimore or Philadelphia and offer chair car or Pullman sleeper accommodations through agent T L King Topeka for details.
Tickets go on sale September 6 7 and 4 for travel via the Great Beekeee Route serving Denver Colorado Springs Pusblo and Fs Springs with return September Betts. Marshalls Band headlines tonight at Garfield Park in a local concert event.
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