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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1898
Page
5
A historical account describes cranberries and the odd journey of a harvest from We wall where acid meals altered taste. A prominent planter promised to send berries but the voyage soured, forcing disposal of the share and a note of gratitude for the failed journey.
Fra Heathamp arrives from Pacerae,Senens as mining circles buzz over a new free milling gold cross near Maromrac. Reports say the strike yields 18 ounces per day of gold with jewelry trades already moving miles for potential. Local prospector activity surges as witnesses descend on the scene to verify the unusual reef.
Fragmentary OCR text references a plan, mentions February, a meeting or discussion, and unnamed individuals. The garbled lines imply a postponed action and attempted coordination among several parties, with unclear dates and roles. The readable pieces point to a delayed decision affecting ongoing plans.
Fragmentary military dispatch notes a Sixth cavalry detachment and a First infantry unit leaving Sunday for Tempe and Tempe embarkation for Cube. It mentions delays, medical needs for wounds, and the requirement of remedy and care for ongoing suffering.
A historic may be misread text describes a remedy named Mystic Cure claimed to treat rheumatism and neuralgia within days. It lists ingredients, regional mentions and promises rapid relief though details are unclear and largely unverified.
Legislation moves quickly through the chamber as leaders push a slate of bills affecting daily life. Supporters say measures streamline governance while opponents warn of overreach and reduced public input. The debate centers on timing, amendments, and potential overhauls.
The Kansas House reported favorably on Webb Mnall Insurance tax measure and advanced a bill to abolish the Board of Pardons. Debates covered double track airline routes from Kansas City to San Diego, Cherokee county courts, and a motion to place the Murrey Aquor law on the calendar. A resolution denouncing polygamist H. J. Roberts was read, while the McNall insurance bill details imposed a two percent annual tax on insurance premiums in the state and required annual returns from companies. The session adjourned after presentations on railroads and mutual insurance proposals.
Colon Colombia Dec 21 The Italian press reports that the Italian cruiser Fieramosca under Ammiraglio de Brochetti is ordered to Colombian waters to demand satisfaction for alleged insults to Italian officers. Rome says Fieramosca will seek an explanation after past honors given to Italian officers by Venezuela caused Colombian officials to return them.
The Kansas Academy of Science closed its thirty first annual meeting at Washburn College with a lecture by retiring president D B Lanta of Chapman on The Kansas Academy of Science Retrospective and Prospective. New members were elected bringing total to about 125 including Kansans and members from Boston to California and Costa Rica. Officers named include E B Kner Atchison as president A S Hitchcock Manhattan as first vice president and J R Mead Wichita as second vice president.
President D B Lantz of Chapman serves as leader with J W Beede of Lawrence as secretary and BE Smyth of Topeka as treasurer. Librarian duties are listed, with curators A H Thompson B B Smyth George Wagner and W A Harshbarger.
The state board of education, idle since the teachers association closed, approves state and Institute certificates for numerous educators. Recipients include A J L Beil Saint Marys, J F Gambit Huanewell, Mildred Hazerigg Stockton, Lute Johnson Topeka, S L Tipton Smith Center, Walter E Johnson Hays City, Rachel H Watson Lawrence, Gertrude Chapman McPherson, Katharine Addison Lawrence, Lucy Pure Scott, Ralph BR Price Adam Pixley, Charles A Wagner Flora, Emily P Alten Topeka, Issie B Potts Tunnel Mount Carmel, Jessie M Lemon Cincinnati, A Garrett FortHeatt, Joseph E Lynn Whitewater, I J Ford Pennington, Alberta RB Cagin Lawrence, Celia K Pennington Lawrences, Ruth N Grover Kansas City, Ralph L Ward, Rhoda K Field Burtis KR Breese New York City, Sue Saylor Victor Sands Home, W W Douglass Colony.
Vancouver reports ships from Sydney and New Zealand, with British and German naval activity in Samoa and the Pacific. Duff Island annexation actions by Goldfinch noted, French plans to base naval HQ in the region discussed, and a Tristan de Acuna sighting involving the missing Glenhuntly crew. New Zealand parliament closes after stormy session, exonerating the premier.
This item discusses heavy buying of Reading securities and plans for harmony among coal roads led by Vanderbilt interests. It notes Vanderbilts likely to influence Lackawanna and Delaware Lackawanna & Western, potential management changes at Lackawanna, and terms with New Jersey Central to improve the anthracite industry. It also mentions Ontario & Western and other coal stocks as part of a strategy for unified operations and higher profits.
The Topeka barbers push a bill to regulate barber shops as they face legislative action. Editor B. Hypes, in Memphis, left copy with a printer who filled gaps by reprinting material from the Mail and Breeze, angering Populist senators. A card from George Crawford explains the mishap and aims to restore support.
San Francisco December 11. Mrs Botkin’s counsel vows to press a new trial and potentially appeal to the supreme court, challenging jurisdiction of the lower court. Defense attorney George A Knight says they will move for a new trial on the date set for sentencing and then pursue jurisdiction questions if needed. Witnesses from Delaware return home as Botkin sobs and lashes out in the branch county jail. Public ballot tallies showed initial support for hanging, with shifting juror votes during deliberations.
Deputy Sheriff Latters and Charles Willard die after a gun battle with Willard inside his summer residence. Sheriff Williams, Senator W Pullen, and Deputy Miller confront Willard with a search warrant for stolen items from a burned cottage. Willard fires, killing Latters and injuring Miller before being shot by Senator Fulton and Miller. The bodies are taken to Astoria amid public outrage.
Me Lingafelt received an unexpected token from the Rock Island offices after a delay in the watch presentation. General Superintendent Stillwell announced a new elegant watch for Lingafelt, praising his service as Lingafelt fainted on hearing his name, and doctors expect a return to duties Monday as Lingafelt recovers from the incident.
Weather across the area shows temperatures dropping to two degrees above zero. Store windows sheltered by improvised planks and stoves as owners try to keep frost away. By seven, the thermometer stayed near two above with a light snow line forming. Forecast calls for more cold tonight and Sunday.
Local notes report several residents attending events and visiting relatives in nearby towns. A costume sale offers ten percent off shoes at Contley and Pont, with many travelers headed to Mankato Omaha Grantville and Atchison for visits and shopping.
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