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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1898
Page
4
A fragmented OCR page from Opera State Journal features scattered remarks on politics, currency, and figures. It mentions legislators, Helen Gould, Miss Parker, and references to Lincoln, the three percent war bonds, and the treasury strain from gold surpluses and currency shortages.
The Cincinnati Times-Star presents a view of Manila as a future American entrepot and commercial hub in the East. It argues Manila will become the United States’ eastern commercial center with banking houses and trade facilities, guiding broader regional economic linkages.
A fragmented late text outlines a vast commercial territory with over 17 million square tilis and a population near 1600. It highlights immense trade with Europe and America, citing 3 billion dollars in imports and noting rapid growth in Japan and the United States. It predicts a common trade hub forming at a central port, likening it to Hong Kong as a growing Pacific market.
A collected kaleidoscope of quirky quotes and aphorisms from the Atehinon Globed ay lu. The text riffs on doctors, cynicism, Christmas, aging, and humor, with sharp lines about nurses, physicians, and fate. It juxtaposes moral musings with jokes, offering a snapshot of local commentary and social quirks.
A fragmented excerpt rails at social norms about women and marriage. It cites women’s experiences, motherhood, and envy, presenting a satirical view of gender roles and dating myths with dismissive language.
Santia December day parade on Aviva avenue featured 236 street department workers riding “white wings” with General Leonard Weed present. Major Barbour health commissioner praised the street cleaning corps. Congressman Bingham observed, noting the cleaner city conditions aboard the Berlin escort. Madrid reports Senor Sagasta recovering from pneumonia and out of danger while Senor Emilio Castelar shows improvement after recent illness.
A fragmented verse recounts W Eugene Stanlet and a chase linked to cartoons in a Topeka State Journal issue. The piece sketches pursuit, tension, and a mustered group of troops, with chaotic imagery and mixed names, ending with Stanlet’s apparent vanishing after a dramatic scene with Newton.
New York dispatch notes Congressman elect B H Roberts defends himself amid a charged debate on polygamy and church influence. He argues modern Christians must tolerate plural marriage. legal advice and constitutional issues are cited as obstacles to his term. The piece frames Roberta’s stance and opposition reaction.
London reports the Rothschild will names Baron Albert de Rothschild and sister Mim Aloe as beneficiaries. The Piccadilly mansion stays with the family, Wandason manor remains in family hands, and Alfred Charles de Rothschild receives a large legacy. The Earl of Rosebery gets several valuable pictures, while his sons receive ingacles. Nathaniel de Rothschild, in Vienna, also benefits, with several small legacies to personal friends.
The Paterson opera house will show Darkest Russia with a strong company, praised for its vivid Russian life and engaging drama. Murray and Mack return to Crawford theater in Finnigan's 400, a lively Irish farce, with a cast of vaudeville and farce favorites. Ferris Comedians to appear at Grand Opera House in January. A Tecumseh family Christmas reunion notes J B Miller and relatives enjoying a tree gathering with many attendees.
William Matthewson of near Wichita earns a gold medal and diploma for the best corn specimen at the Trans Mississippi Exposition in Omaha. O C Daisy, involved in local boom ventures, receives honorable mention for best wheat or sheet exhibit.
Emporia era report details Greenlee Bros v. D M Davis over funds tied to cattle loan. Allegations center on a check drawn by Davis for a loan via Kansas City and a withheld payment to Emporia National, with claims Davis failed to deliver funds after receipt. Bank failure followed, and criminal action considered if an unsatisfied judgment exists.
Wellington Kansas reports three Conway Springs youths Ed West Ed Rathburn and Chinee Hughes convicted for stealing thirty bushels of wheat from a county farmer. All under 18 with prior trouble and familiar in local courts. They were sentenced to 90 days in jail by Justice Wright of Conway Springs.
Arkansas City Traveler reports the Kaw tribe elder Alex Wanhoo, thought to be over 95, died at the agency last week. He was buried in Indian style with his horse and belongings placed atop the grave, a tent set over the site, and the funeral rites completed to speed his journey to the happy hunting grounds. City council approves 84 arc lights of 2,000 candle power for Salina streets. Court of Appeals decisions from Fort Scott and Cherryvale smelting plant news follow, with various case reversals and affirmations.
Secretary Coburn addresses public concern over state reports and printing costs. He notes newspapers spurred demand, denies basement storage of decaying volumes, and argues printing funds are insufficient to meet public need. He emphasizes agriculture’s role in prosperity and the link to broader state interests. He also references advertising claims for Beggs German Salve as a testimonial note.
Washington declares that after senate ratifies the peace treaty the president will seek congressional enactment to settle U S citizens claims for damages in Cuba Porto Rico and other Spanish possessions with an estimated 25 million in lodged claims Some claims lack corroborating evidence due to Spanish occupation while others await presentation due to upheavals in sovereignty Also expected a commission may be created by an act of Congress to adjudicate claims as is customary in such settlements Ship Building firm assigns for creditors in Philadelphia Charles Hillman who led the business for over city years died recently
New York on December 29 reported 905,656 bushels of wheat cleared from the market, a record in the history of the produce exchange. The grain is headed for general distribution in Europe, including the Mediterranean region.
The Buffalo cruiser reached Port Said on December 29 while en route to Manila. With sixteen and a half days from New York, she set an endurance record and carries 700 sailors to relieve Dewey’s exhausted fleet.
Charges against Judge F. BE. Dellenbaugh and Senator Vernon HB. Burke were filed in circuit court this afternoon by bar association caramilites to formulate and prosecute the charges.
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