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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1898
Page
4
A fragmented column discusses Spain Philippines expansion, railroad robberies, telegraph rivalries, politician Roberts and a wife, patent pensions, and editorial stance. It cites Ignatius Donnelly, Hoar and Andrew Carnegie, debates over Hawaii, Porto Rico, and pension totals while defending the State Journal’s broad news coverage and strong circulation.
The editor argues the United States need not impose its domestic laws on colonies and can tailor tariffs for possessions. Citing Britain’s free trade ideal and protectionist colonies, the piece suggests the U S could implement a distinct tariff system for the Philippines without self-stultification, while warning against a blanket open door.
The text argues that equality in trade means tariff neutrality for traders of all nations and that open door should not extend beyond existing British practice. It cites Secretary Baker’s report on U S lands noting 572 million acres of unappropriated public lands, of which vast desert lands require irrigation. About 260 million acres would be suitable only for grazing, with most valuable lands already set aside by states. The remaining water supply limits irrigation potential, leaving much land in a natural or grazing state.
The column reflects on honesty and fashion in Atchison society, noting the social weight of appearances. It recalls women’s debut culture, money woes behind gifts and flowers, and changes in flower gardens as greenhouses rise, with comments on chrysanthemum trends and elegance.
A garbled slice of Chicago humor and aphorisms touches on honesty, fame, music, forgers, soldiers, shopping habits, and social observations. The piece wanders through brief witticisms about irony, imitation, and personal virtue, ending with a clipped remark about Sigel.
Fragmentary prose notes mockingly discuss heaven, church steeples, and smoky gisses, with odd spellings and local dialect. The piece hints at beliefs, happiness, and social commentary, though specifics are unclear from the garbled text.
A garbled mixture of names, phrases, and anecdotes covers topics from a wholesale bushel trade to naval heroes, editorial refusals, and bicycle enthusiasm. It references MacKinsey and McKinley, Theodore Roosevelt, Dewey and Hobson, Admiral Dewey’s sought articles, and a sculptor T A Ward. It also notes Governor Pingree’s vast war scrapbooks and Cadiz’s poorhouse inmates, all presented in a ragged, miscellany tone with uncertain timelines and scattered proper nouns.
The Ainsworth, a Nelson to Gonners Ferry steamer, wrecked last night in a gale on Kootenslake. All crew and three passengers drowned including Charles Campbell and Italians of Kuskanook. two deck hands reached shore by ice boat. Owners are Be Braden Brothers of Pilot Reyemelter.
A letter from Henry Silmonds to his brother Arden reports the San Lui de Cuba clash between Kansas colored troops and insurgents. A Kansas soldier’s payment dispute led to a landlord shooting a man, triggering a Cuban skirmish and bayonet exchanges.
In McCormick South Carolina nine known citizens faced United States district court indictments for conspiracy to drive out J W Tolbert, husband and postmistress aide. Grand jury returned true bills. warrants issued. Marshal Clayton to McCormick for defendants. Trial proposed this term. Indicted individuals include M L Starkie John Dunlap Waite Cochran Thomas Bentley Henry Martin L Tucker K C Stitwett J P Jennings and J J Reynolds.
W D C abe aon, who claimed a revelation commanded him to burn the Mormon church at Inde, was found guilty by a jury in the criminal court. Pattison was declared sane. a Canadian by birth, aged 47, once a war and school teacher, he reportedly left Boston’s Mormon church and confessed to setting the fire after claiming a divine instruction.
In Dubuque on December 1 John Gros shot and killed his daughter Tile and killed himself in the family home near Decorah. The daughter had just written and signed her will over to her mother at his request. A brother cried for help but was driven away as the assailant attacked with a cla and later blew out his own head after burning the will.
Lexington reports a major sale feature as Lissak the famed race horse, retired to stud, sold to Mr. Padget for 37800. Woodward and Shanklin’s breeders sold 107 head at 14845 aver 129. Breeders Mutual Benefit bought 51 poor brood mares for 144, averaging about 2. Morrison remains Bishop elect. Colorado gold output and Cripple Creek mint receipts show gains for November and year to date. Oregon and Texas move from Montevideo to Valparaiso amid new orders.
A wide mix of brief items notes shootings and recoveries theater plans and schedules. The week includes a school board meeting Mayes and Ubetan’s shooting healing. Musical concerts at Marshall and at Crawford stage details warn of closing. Local officials officers and upcoming events tie to city life in a chaotic news snapshot.
Independence plans a test of Major Metys theory from Keokuk Iowa to seal roads with crude oil. Oil will be applied on the muddiest streets before winter to shed water and form a crust, promising cheaper, better roads in southern Kansas if successful.
Phillipsburg December 1 three Phillips county farmers G Week Mike Miller and Mrs Hemerick returned from a visit to their old home in Germany. Miller said Germany is prosperous with little immigration, Germans content, and railways government owned. He enjoyed the ocean voyage but is glad to be home noting changes since his last visit.
Pittsburg December 1 Rev J Ewart of Newton has accepted the call to become the First Presbyterian pastor in Pittsburg. He will preach his farewell in Pittsburg this Sunday due to health and family reasons, hoping the move improves the health of his family.
Daniel Healey, once 10 when he left home eleven years ago, unexpectedly returned to Leavenworth on December 1. Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Healey, long told he was dead, recognized him only after a long absence. He had been working in a silver mine in McDermott, Nevada, and brought $100 as a Christmas gift for his mother.
George Fullons and companion George Goult hunted northwest of Smith Center on December 1. In a misfire, Fullons discharged his muffler loader as he attempted to reload after setting the gun down with hammers up. The accident tore the thumb from one hand and badly shattered the other, requiring amputation of two fingers.
Lawrence man J J Kunkel accused of poisoning his wife faces a February trial in Douglas County Court. Attorneys argued a motion to quash the amended information. the judge overruled, keeping the case for trial. Kunkel must post a $10,000 bond for appearance at the February term.
Newton banks consolidate by transferring 11 Tanchin & Co. to First State Bank, expanding into Lance Department Stores in Newton McPherson Votingtate Arkansas City Medford CT. The sale cites a better business deal and strong health, with cash reserves at fifty percent at close of business.
Ciara Jenks known as Dea 1 dies by suicide while confined in the Atchison asylum. Local authorities report the death occurred within the facility, with no further details released pending investigation.
A 36 year old wife of Charles Janite of Junction City Kansas died by taking poison yesterday at Wells private asylum. She had been adjudged insane on 4 August and placed in the asylum. She claimed the poison was to atone for sin. Her husband arrived at night and the remains will be taken there for burial. She leaves three children.
The 11-year-old son of Nowata Postmaster Bowers, Oklahoma Territory, was arrested by Inspector Hook on charges of robbing malls. A train mail heist led to discovery of marked bills on the boy, who was taken to Fort Smith Arkansas for confinement. His parents are noted as longtime Nowata residents.
A gang of thieves swarmed Clay Center with barn loot and break ins across town. Burglars robbed Patterson & Mears, damaging a foundry, a lumber office, and the Chicago Lumber depot, blowing a safe door at the depot and fleeing after a noisy escape. Local officers recovered the loot and investigated the spree, amid reports of other incidents and accidents including a man poisoned by concentrated lye.
The notice records a postoffice position change with a provincial official closing in on a new assignment Friday. It also covers a December creamery meeting at Colby under six institutes, to be held statewide this winter, with directions from the xiete. The details mention Otter and Cilcuss and indicate a family relocation related to the postmaster role.
Ratiliago de Cuba informs that General Wood received letters in Sen Luis about outrages by peer authors and a pending inquiry to be held soon. Merchants seek Sunday openings, citing Spanish law requiring noon hours, while Wood may allow openings and impose liquor restrictions. The supreme court, reformed by two jurists, will convene tomorrow with Chief Justice Echeverria and General Wood in attendance.
Real estate transfers listed with several illegible entries including transfers to Mary A. Woltane and other names. The fragmentary text references addresses, agents, and dates but is unreadable in places.
News brief notes large gold withdrawals from the Bank of England stirring market talk. An advertising section touts a German salve and a mystical cure for rheumatism with testimonials from Hettinger of Indianapolis and others promising relief and even walking without a cane after two bottles.
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