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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1898
Page
4
Fragmented report cites opinions on imperialism and Asia policy, noting wages, canals, and the war bond market. Mentions politicians Buller and Miles, cabinet resignations, and a general inquiry into the war mobilization and immigration issues. It reflects a chaotic postwar era presser's dash of foreign policy, finance, and domestic politics.
A scrambled clipping recalls aging, pride, and small town gossip about a woman with a sharp tongue, a shop changy girl, a self important Atchison woman, and a sisterly meddling tale. The piece hints at public perception and personal missteps amid curious anecdotes.
A humorous column on marriage and bachelor life discusses why men pursue married or single women, noting that married women seem wiser and more content, while bachelors face social expectations. It explores perceptions of love, commitment, and the dynamics between men and women in relationships.
The text offers disjointed reflections on drink habits, politics, court life, poetry, and everyday objects. It weaves snippets about water, dinner rooms, fashion, sympathy, and family insight, punctuated by odd phrases and partial ideas from an unspecified era. The result reads like stray lines from a damaged page.
The piece promotes the Topeka Daily State Journal as a fast, full, and accurate source of state news for Kansas residents. It highlights home delivery options, pricing, and the paper’s access to Associated Press reports. It notes upcoming legislative sessions and a special meeting in January, urging subscribers to stay informed about state events.
The Santa Fe announces single fare round trips within 2 miles for select dates including December 24 31 and January 1 with a final limit January 4. Tickets available through T. L. King agent or Cromwell and Jeffers in Topeka.
The advertisement urges readers to choose Hood's Sarsaparilla as America’s greatest medicine for the blood and the best option money can buy, emphasizing its superiority over other tonics.
The Kansas legislature opened with 102 members in the house and senate at 4:10 and 4:20 PM. The chamber gleamed after thorough cleaning, new carpet costing 5.95 per yard, burnished bronze, painted woodwork, and fresh chandeliers. Senators and visitors praised the restoration as the session commenced with officers elected, committees named, and Governor Leedy's message read.
Senator Moses Foudehunter arrives with a civil service bill for state charitable institutions to reduce the board from five to four, appoint nonpartisan leadership, and grant the governor ex officio board status. Senator Householder, after years of efforts, backs a model from other states, removing mileage pay and empowering superintendents while seeking efficient governance.
The scene unfolds as Speaker Street’s gavel falls at 4 10 yesterday afternoon in the house. Sergeant-at-Arms Dunsmore clears the floor of nonentitled spectators while reporters and gallery observers retreat from the thronged aisles and the chamber quiets. The speaker resumes, rapping his desk, and announces the hour as specified.
Representative Cassin of Crawford endorses a civil service bill to replace patronage with assessed examinations for officials in state institutions. The plan fixes salaries, moves offices to a central storehouse, and schedules term starts on July 1 to avoid mid fiscal year changes. It aims to run charitable institutions on a fair, merit based system for all beneficiaries.
Senators and representatives discuss a civil service measure amid a special session. King of Cowles backs action, while concern over pace remains. Supporters insist the measure allows Republican influence but foresee no strong opposition to passage.
Fragment from a late newspaper item describes a speaker named Satan at a Populist gathering. The scene suggests tension among attendees who react with unease as the clerk introduces the speaker. The text is garbled and lacks clear dates or locations.
The scene shows John Seaton mispronouncing a name as Satan, while Jobin Beaton of Atchison stands out as a veteran Republican on the house floor. Beaton, longtime member, is nicknamed the Father of the June for his lengthy service in the Kansas legislature.
Five Republican members backed staying out of the special legislative session. Pitagerald, Barker, Jackson, Larimer, and Burkholder favored remaining away while others including Grimes, McKeaver, Seaton, Showse, and Brown opposed. Barker and Larimer urged absence as Governor Leedy faces a potentially unconstitutional session.
Senator G H Lamb of Woodson county was appointed head of the temperance committee by Lieutenant Governor Harvey, a surprise to Senator Hessin who asked for a rereading of names. A prior joke involved Senator Pritchard, Populist, voting No on an amendment when Hessin expected support, fueling distrust of the temperance panel.
The senate passes a resolution to terminate officer and employee terms at the close of the special session and elect new staff in the regular session. Lieutenant Governor H Richter will appoint a private secretary and clerk as directed by the resolution, with meetings set for 9:30.
Public health updates from Louisville Columbus St Louis and Cincinnati show grip spreading. Louisville reports about ten thousand cases with schools hit hard as teachers fall ill. Columbus notes several thousand cases with public institutions affected. St Louis records around twenty suspected cases and rising daily. Cincinnati reports a mild local outbreak, mainly among children, with quick recovery expected.
Kansas City report describes Grant Gillett, the fugitive cattle king charged with forgery, sending a lengthy letter from abroad claiming readiness to return within days. He offers restitution plans and hints at possible immunity, while commission firms debate how to handle prosecution as editors convene. Holiday railroad fares advertised by Santa Fe follow.
Marshall's bas concert likely in February. Dave Leahy in town. Tamatn and 18k funds, city payroll talks, and Christmas fund pay. Forefathers' Day activities at Congregational church. Santa Fe beat Jayhawkes in a remarkable game. Elks annual benefit. various local notes on schools and county matters.
A Denver social event at the Brown Palace hosted by Lt. Hotnees controversy centered on a no kissing rule. The reception drew about 2400 attendees amid clashes between celebration and decorum, with spectators and participants reacting to the ban. Local vendors and services advertised household remedies and products, reflecting era advertising tone.
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