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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1897
Page
4
The State Journal presents subscription rates and terms. This edition lists a one year price, carrier delivery details, and advertising policy amid Topeka notices. Ends with contact references for the Potter Building and publishing office.
A passage argues the coal trust movement would consolidate wealth and power, controlling production and prices. It warns monopoly could dominate law and politics, pushing toward a centralized economy where independent producers vanish and consumer prices rise.
A fragmentary reading of city life blends moods of humor and wisdom. The piece hints at misheard sayings and cultural traits, noting shifts in speech and the idea that learning is ongoing yet time is limited.
A fragmentary local item notes odd winter scenes and small town life. Vague remarks touch private ownership, sympathy for a sick man, and a mailed present that failed to extend an invitation. A stray mention of postal stamps closes the snippet.
Washington Der 27 The senate and refuse subcommittees of Indian Territory discussed the Curtis bill to aid the Seminole treaty, advocating rapid ratification. Debate covered land titles, division of lands, and potential general legislation affecting the territory with emphasis on preserving individual ownership for Indians.
Danver Cotton Mills secured a contract from Massachusetts after a close bid against eastern mills. J. K. Choate, president of Overland Cotton Mills, returns from Denver with news of a strong supply order for next year. The award, historically led by large eastern mills, marks a significant gain for the Colorado operation and expands its position in supplying sewing goods and military bags.
In Denver an annual system of commissions for postal clerks replaces travel passes. The colored paper credentials grant the clerk limited travel access and rank shown by color. Red and black bindings denote route coverage, with a processing office keeping district lists. fraud concerns arise over color coded identification.
J Pierpont Morgan and Thomas A Edison announce plans to purchase river privileges on the Houma tunle river at Falls Village and to erect Edison ore separators. They control valuable beds and other equipment.
Rheaniatism Cured is a Day. Moath Cure for Rheunistism ena NeGratcin cures in 1 to 3 days. It removes the cause and the disease disappears. Ex-Postmaster Anthony says one bottle of Mystic Cure helped more than any medicine he tried. Sold by Swift & Holliday Drug Co, Topeka with a mentioned address and local businesses.
In Shawnee County theJanuary 10 start of a new fee and salary law slashes county officers pay and shifts fees into the treasury. The treasurer drops from 4000 to 2000 a year plus 2000 clerk hire. the clerk from 3400 to 2000 plus 1000 for clerks. the attorney loses to 1800 with fee limits. the sheriff may net around 10,000 but keeps two thirds of excess fees. Probate, recorder, and other offices see smaller changes. overall, most officials lose or reshape earnings as the new rule directs all fees to the county treasury. commissioners gain modestly.
Indianapolis December 25 veterans in the city sign a petition seeking full immediate payment of all pension rights as if continued for 20 years. Advocates say this could end the pension department within a year and push the U S to exit pension business entirely. Also reports New York December 28 a plan for one cent coffee stands for newsboys to be run under a former newsboy in Bowery and other areas, expanding lower East Side meals.
An old classified style notice claims a cure for a cold in one day with fake Laxative Bromo Quinine tablets. It mentions refund terms and a business named Zoe The Genuine Host at The Cremerie new location 735 Kansas Avenue. Scott & Scott advertise moving to 736 Kas Avenue Cremerie Scott & Scott.
New York banking leaders report a broad shift toward lower interest payouts as savings banks contend with weaker earnings. Presidents McBlunn of the Immigration Industrial Savings Bank and Rhodes of Greenwich Savings Bank say 4 percent yields are unlikely to persist. many banks may settle around 2 to 3 percent as government bond maturities force cautious investment. The trend, driven by cheap money and cautious lending, points to widespread rate reductions in coming years.
In Portland a mighty raft of lumber and ALUM fuel is to be built and towed to San Francisco within months. Jon Paul of Inman and Poulson owners of a large sawmill designed the raft and construction will begin soon. The raft will be 3 feet wide with most of it submerged. Prior rafting runs from the Columbia river to San Francisco used mixed loads.
A new hospital room has been established in the city jail to provide emergency medical care for injured persons. Dr Mitchell will oversee operations from Fifth and Javicon streets, with a dedicated operating table and cabinets for bandages medicines and instruments. The room aims to offer a clean ventilated space for urgent treatment improving response time for police custody cases.
In Macomb County the sparrow bounty law is active. A boy allegedly lured and intoxicated sparrows by soaking wheat in alcohol, capturing them while drunk, and laundering shirts and collars at Peerless Steam Laundry on 8th Street.
One in four suffer from rectal disease and itching. The Pyramid Pile Cure offers instant relief and permanent removal of tumors and parasites. It contains no cocaine or opium, is sold by druggists for 15 cents per package, and is marketed by Pyramid Co Marshall Mich.
Beloit reports a fatal fire incident as Mrs Samuel Devore near dreas is badly burned. The blaze began from an old fireplace setting, with the front of her body and limbs burned severely. The Devore family has suffered another tragedy this year with the death of a little boy who likely died from a dog bite, though no hydrophobia symptoms were found. The case remains mysterious.
The Salvation Army operated in Abllans on December 23 delivering Christmas relief. They fed 67 people and sent baskets to 13 needy homes. Five pieces of clothing, five children's hats, two pairs of rubbers, and five pairs of slides were distributed to help the destitute.
A Christmas Eve celebration in Solomon City turned violent as crowds drank heavily. Jack Leasure, a saloon keeper, was beaten severely by Scott Johnson and another worker, with Leastine suffering facial injuries. Johnson also sustained significant injuries.
Lawrence reports Judge Riggs sustained a broken right arm when his carriage axle broke en route to the courthouse, forcing a temporary court adjournment. Also notes death of Mrs. Ed Wood in Lewrente and a fire at Americas.
Four men were found frozen and unconscious on Roskeway beach after a night at sea. They were resuscitated at a hotel and expect to recover. the boat had drifted from Nesherman and one crew member was lost. Men named Day Tack Room Metager of New York City.
In Galveston the Times editors W. T. Jones and W. E. Nobles, both Black, were found guilty of libel for publishing slanderous articles about Galveston City Street Railway conductors. Jones received 12 months in jail and fines totaling 17.45, Nobles was fined 100 and ordered to be hired out under county convict act, with fines and costs payable in 12 monthly installments.
Bishop Horstmann sent a pastorate letter to Youngstown Catholics forbidding Sunday funerals after January except for contagious disease emergencies with a hearse and three carriages allowed. Protestants are expected to follow. Also mentions cures for dyspepsia, constipation, and hair loss with advertised remedies.
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