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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1899
Page
6
A local one-price spot cash shoe store touts direct-from-maker purchases for low cash prices. The ad emphasizes no credit, no sliding scales, equal treatment, and guaranteed wear on every pair. It invites customers to inspect prices and shop to see the savings.
Arthur Jordan, a Topeka man and brother of Josiah Jordan ex county superintendent, travels toward New York with his family seeking divine healing after their infant daughter Patrice dies. The piece traces his faith, hardships, and a controversial journey from Kansas through New Jersey and Philadelphia, ending with his arrest on a child kidnapping allegation.
Prince Kawauauke of Hawaii relinquishes ambition during a visit to Chicago. The ex-Queen Lilluc aunt is noted as part of the entourage. The gathering centers at the Auditorium Annex with the revel family of Hawaii in attendance.
Topeka resident Henry Page Testifies Doan's Kidney Pills relieved his kidney pain and urinary troubles after five weeks. He bought a box at Howley & Brown on Sixth Street and Kansas Avenue and found the treatment very satisfactory. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole agents for the United States. Remember the name Doan's.
A Hawaiian prince travels to Washington with Princess and Attorney Gear, stating rejection of annexation and promising a practical approach. He notes travel has no political aims but discusses the islands gaining self rule and judiciary rights, while American allies push for shaping policy.
American sympathizers with the Boers announce large meetings in New York within weeks to boost public sentiment. Former Judge MM Van Heewer leads the drive, aiming for a Madison Square Garden or Cooper Union rally after the holidays to support Boers, wounded spillers, and orphaned children.
A Herald dispatch from London reports on Philippine finances and artillery orders. It notes the city’s bond payments in New York, detailing a $15,295.96 first day bond and interest payment with $2,017.39 still needed, amid questions of funding.
The city council approved a new ward division and passed an ordinance redistricting the city. A compromise with Councilman Warner keeps Martin & Dennis addition in the Fifth Ward while Third Ward boundaries extend east to Jefferson Street to appease Councilman Roundires. The streets and walks committee met informally Wednesday evening.
The marriage of Miss Susan Jewell daughter of Mr and Mrs C W Jewell and Mr Cale Jones occurred Thursday evening at the family residence with about relatives present. The ceremony at 8 30 was performed by Hoy Linus Blakesley as mandolin music played Mendelssohn. The bridal party stood before a win dow draped with holly and pelmet banks, Rev Mr Binkesley entered first followed by Mr Jones and his best man.
City council debated rearranging ward boundaries with a key shift reported last night. Councilman Roundtree opposed the eastward line, while others supported the adjustment, leaving the ordinance to a future meeting as voting blocs formed around Fifth Ward precincts near the fair grounds.
The bridal party enjoyed a lavish feast after the ceremony and gifts for the bride were many, with both families prominent in Topeka society. Notices also report forthcoming meetings, visits, and holiday plans among local residents and former Topeka residents, including university and railroad staff, with events from December into January and a Beta Theta Pi dance.
New York December 21 William Mutter 42 a senior member of Kimball Stee Co tobacconists at 4 Franklin Street New York City shot himself to death after suffering recent losses in Wall Street. Reports say he used a revolver causing his death at the scene. Tranquill 40 cent clears.
Report outlines series of staged prize fights under sheriff oversight with no attendees and minimal enforcement. Authorities warned of rising interest in fighting events and possible cracks in prohibition of such activities. Community tension grows as local paper pursues truth behind the public spectacle and its impact on law enforcement.
Congressman Charles A Boutelle lay ill at Youngs hotel Boston after a sudden collapse yesterday afternoon physicians report his condition is serious but improving and expect a rapid recovery.
Lonwlon December 29 Mr Albert Hay the new United States consul at Pree torle formally received as the United States embassy today. A minister st joers requeste pescaine the prissuets ft ine Trinsvaal cepital.
A local council review shows preparations to push paying projects early in spring. A petition urged completion of Taylor Street improvements and Bevinth Street work. Projections warn of more purine next year than in the past year, signaling continued municipal activity.
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