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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1898
Page
6
A fragment describes a plan to transmit a fortune and name to future generations through marriage and offspring. It mentions a widow, a physician, and a “Favorite Prescription” as a natural relief remedy, with references to Beas and feminine organs and a Mrs fensile Parks of Marshall, Swakane Co Wash.
A fragmented wartime summary traces official orders and dispatches from January to February detailing the U S response to Spain. It notes Dewey and other commanders receiving confidential instructions, the fleet’s coal maintenance, and plans for potential operations in the Philippines and South America as the administration prepared for war.
Irregular misread notice shows holiday rates for trips within 26 miles. The Miseyuri Pablic will sril theket On December 44 35 2 and 2 and Jen tury 12, Uended to January 4. Rates are in cents. Silver Leaf Mince Ateat promotes piles. Ask your dealer for OTTO KRURMNE & Co Manufacturers.
Local society items list numerous families traveling for Christmas and New Year. Readers include Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Strawbridge, Mr. George Sharitt, Mr. J. Ewart, Mrs. Charles Lowry, and many others visiting relatives in Topeka, Topeka-area towns, and beyond. Several announcements mention travel to Kansas City, Chicago, Guthrie, Lawrence, and Osage City, with return dates and holiday plans.
Springfield December 2 The state board of live stock commissioners filed with the governor its thirteenth annual report detailing outbreaks of southern fever in three counties. It notes exposure due to imports of southern cattle and records experiments near Rockford on dipping cattle in dynamo and sulfur compounds to prevent fever, as claimed by the bureau of animal industry.
Fragmented OCR recounts a rush for military officers and approvals from General Miles and Secretary Alger. A 19th century War Department scene notes recommended substitutions and supply orders, with alleged political influence affecting promotions and assignments. The text references second lieutenants, deadlines, and Bureau of War matters, ending with an unrelated laundry advertisement.
Adjutant General Corbin testifies before the investigating commission about the Camp Alger selection, its removal ordered by the Secretary of War, and Miles staff influence. He says Tampa aimed only as embarkation point and denies exclusive railroad control, noting transportation limits and supply issues amid preparations for the war.
Dec 22 New York reports the rapid rise of Thomas S. Mare a famed Wall Street speculator born in England who became a millionaire before age 30. From jewelry and dry goods to real estate he forged a fortune, then built a banking house Benedict & Co. before retiring after years of high risk trades in gold and stocks.
A fragmented excerpt cites a schedule for an event at Crawfare ghestes and mentions remedies sold by Mily Brothers of Warren Street New ark. The text references Nasel Catarch and a cleansing balm advertised as a remedy, with dubious claims and archaic spellings throughout.
A New York dispatch reports a balloon flight from Japan to Europe with the Audree equipment tested. The balloon rose about 2300 feet, pierced a cloud, and a sudden eclipse forced a rapid descent. It touched the ocean and was saved when water ballast was dumped. The craft landed four miles east of Favre after five hours and over ten miles traveled.
The audience admired Louis James Kathryn Kidder and Frederick Warde in Sheridan’s School for Scandal. Each actor drew strong praise for unique characterization as Teazle Surface and Lady Teazle, with Langdon delivering a notable supporting turn. The company plans a Pacific coast tour and a spring Topeka engagement, aiming to keep the production strong.
An assortment of social and civic notes from North Topeka references visitors, church events, bake shop offerings, and relief corps activities. Mentions of individuals including Mrs Foyt, Mr Bowman, Miss Jemlie, and others accompany references to a London trip, a funeral remnant, and upcoming meetings including ladies relief corps services and Epworth league events. The piece preserves local names and dates with scattered administrative and community details.
New Orleans authorities report ongoing stand off with Tivos Central railroad over riverfront rights. General Manager J T Harahan states the company may move operations if city denies five mile exclusive rights and warns of relocation if grants are not approved. The road recently bought riverfront land above the city to extend its termini for port business.
Sile Defles Reinach in Paris replies to accusations about her late husband. She rejects claims of malice and forgery, asserting his public service and integrity while denouncing rumors that damaged his memory. She notes his annual income and vows to prove the allegations false.
Washington reports the House Military Affairs Committee minority plans a report opposing the Hull bill. It argues the army size would reach around 160,000 with 12,000 artillery, 6,000 cavalry, and other units, inflating costs and extending service two years. The minority insists cost and scope must be carefully weighed by the War Department.
Chicago on December 22 witnessed the destruction of a south side apartment building. Paul J. Fischer, an elevator boy, braved smoke and heat to guide numerous residents to safety before collapsing from exhaustion and receiving aid from those he saved.
The Senate adopted a resolution allowing committee chairmen to appoint clerks with Senate concurrence needed for stenographers. The Judiciary Ways and Means and enrolled punch committees are empowered to appoint stenographers, but the Senate plans economy on additional stenographers.
Dramatic tale from the San Juan Hill period follows Dannie Dugan and his friend Grimes. A wounded Grimes asks Dannie to settle past debts then travels from the hospital to New York. Mame Dugan reads his letter, resolves to care for the wounded man, and a plan forms to marry Dannie’s sister as Grimes promises to square things with the family.
A fragment from a Chicago Chron piece presents a humorous dialog where a young workman asks why many men of blunt nature grow sour and distrustful. Miss Cayenne suggests it stems from constant exposure to extreme social moods and superficial authority figures like autograph seekers and bill collectors.
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