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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1899
Page
7
Fragmentary notes show a chaotic blend of local civic items. References include registering to vote, closing registration docks, city elections, and various arrests or legal actions in Topeka and nearby counties.
An early 20th century note promotes mixing two spoons of Grape-Nuts with coffee to create a nourishing drink, claiming new flavor and energy. It suggests Postum as an alternative for those who cannot digest coffee, presenting it as a valuable food drink.
A report notes May Wilson, kept on unpaid leave for three months with special stipends, will resume a position in the auditor of freight receipts office at Santa Fe on Monday. The item also mentions personnel moves, local crime notes, and various community items from the era.
Aug 30 Indiana Association of Spiritualists closes its annual camp meeting with Rev. Moses Hull of Buffalo presiding. Benjamin Lukens, a skeptic, offered rewards for genuine messages from spirits. He and others claimed a slate message and pictures came from the spirit world, with Hull and several men attesting to the supposed communication.
Audrey Smith of Santa Fe receives a letter from a nurse aboard Indigerve Hospital in Tania describing illness from dysentery and indigestion, a plan to return to quarters in days, and a forecast of departure in about six weeks with many at home disappointed by the soldiers’ Muster out in Frisco despite several reasons.
A letter from W. L. Sherburne of Company A Twentieth Kansas Volunteers outlines plans for autumn camps at old fair grounds, hopes for California travel to revive health, and mentions dispatch timing for a special train and regimental movement with California volunteers. He urges home support and conveys well wishes.
A Washington dispatch reports that women are being practically barred from government jobs. Officials note that heads of departments favor men for vacancies, citing overwork hours and adaptability as main factors. Civil Service Commissioner Harlow and Assistant Secretary Vanderlip discuss prevalent gender bias and practical obstacles.
In a Treasury Department context, officials noted women are often replaced by men due to perceptions of efficiency and ability to work under pressure. The secretary’s staff cites a preference for male stenographers, especially in high-pressure roles, while acknowledging some capable women in client-facing offices.
Montrest Que August 12 Dr Afariano Ponce private secretary to Emilio Aguinaldo says the Philippines will fight for independence and remain free from foreign control asserting the nation will become American possession only when there are no more Filipinos. Also notes a young man at Marshall's band tonight at Garfield Park.
New York reports a boom in iron and steel leading to higher lumber prices due to strong demand for raw materials. Buffalo dealer John M. Statchell notes improved outlook and price collection, while hardwood demand, especially quartered oak, ash and maple, grows. tariffs cited as protecting against surplus imports. Western money and full capacity during the downturn drive price rises, potentially slowing new housing construction.
The Crawford Theater presents The Only Swedish Impersonator Ben Hendricks in a new comedy drama A Genuine Gentleman with special arrangement and directed by Arthur & Atetwa. Prices listed for gallery balcony and pit seats as well as floor seating.
G C Clemens received a letter from P P Rider of Ottawa praising his open letter to Governor Stanley on charges against the Republican regents of the State Agricultural College. He says he is prouder of the letter than any before and plans to have it framed. Fob Semple fears he has entered into his docket. Cattle Cause Wreck reports a fatal Creston branch collision near St. Joseph Missouri with engineer Criss killed and conductor Mather and fireman Smith fatally hurt. the wreck caused by cattle on the track.
Topeka readers are urged to try Morrow's Kid-ne-olds for kidney and nerve health. A local user reports relief and recommends continued use. Yellow tablets sold at drug stores for five cents per box, with John Morrow & Co chemists listed as makers.
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