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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1900
Page
7
State Superintendent announces county institute exams with dates and locations. Activities include examinations on May 8 and August 22, with deadlines and notifications for participants. The message references areas, June end, and July 27 deadlines, and mentions payment and a note about debts.
Crowds fill Crawford theater to see the Belasco style production Zaza described as morally provocative with strong performances by Mrs Carter and Miss Mable Howard. The play centers on a dancer and her complex relationships, amid questions of morality and artistic merit, with notable audience reaction at the finale.
Critics and audience press for clearer standards as a stage scene from New York prompts debate about character choices and moral influence. The dialogue references "Face!" and characters like "Yuen" and "Zazas" raising questions about propriety while plays such as "The Old Homestead" and "A Poor Relation" are mentioned amid ongoing public discussion.
New York February 1 Westerns expect to lose $560000 yearly as rail and express agents lose commissions. The industry shifts to salaries for support staff as managers claim commission cuts will reduce costs. Agents resign amid a sweeping re adjustment of compensation to meet new conditions. Some say Western trade will see savings of around $100000 annually.
The Ladies Music Club of Topeka brings to town a renowned English vocalist William Shakespeare along with four artists from Ruthven and one from England. A Grand Opera House program on February 12 promises a feature lecture on the art of singing illustrated with songs. The event aims to attract both music lovers and aspiring speakers seeking training in public or private settings.
The monthly circulation statement by the Comptroller of the Currency shows total circulation of national banks at January close 1906 was 246,085,493, up 5,746,008 for the year and 1,670 for the month. The currency based on United States bonds stood at 210,160,761, down for the year and up 408,800 for the month. The currency secured by lawful money declined 25,520.00, up 44,000 for the year and 354,405 for the month. The amount of United States bonds on demand to secure draws and public deposits is shown.
President Samuel Gompers of the American Federation of Labor sails for Cuba on a month’s leave of absence to recuperate from a bicycle accident and study labor matters with plans to form a monastic group there. Taylor Hiddie criticizes the Populist state convention location and timing. Train robber Charles Jones captured near Chilhowee after shooting a detective. await hearing in Bates County jail.
North Topeka society column notes residents in town and nearby. W J Harless spends days in Chicago. Van Orsdal of Silver Lake a North wide victim. G Bowman confined at home this week by the Fraternal Aid. Mr and Mrs LB Miller welcome a son born Tuesday morning. Church services and choir practices at the Church of the Good Shepherd. Miss Bottle Scott to Missouri as guest of her sister. Rochester Cemetery meeting at the home of Fannie Cote. D Mergundthal visiting his brother in Jackson Street. Mrs Bryzler and daughter Maud Hyoxier expected from Pueblo, Colo. A horse ran into a pole at ProwdAt’s. revival at Baptist church ends tonight with baptism. Miss Minne Metall becomes a teacher at Quincy school. Macedonian school routine to start Saturday. church and school events noted. Mr and Mrs Charles Steinberger entertain guests. Poultry judge Athodes to attend Poultry Exhibit at ACA. He has judged in Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma.
Washington February 1 The House Committee on Mileage rejected Brigham H Roberts of Utahs claim for mileage in his seat contest. Roberts sought 2597 miles each way at 20 cents for a total of 1035.90. The vote was five to two against. Chairman Barham may report the action as a rejection though a formal move remains possible for a House hearing.
In London a Cardiff coal shippers contract for 400000 tons of steam coal for foreign agents, with shipments bound for Germany France or Russia amid wartime shortages. France uses US coal for locomotives while Britain faces looming naval risks if fuel resources drain further. The piece notes Natal’s reliance on Welsh coal and war closures of colonial fields.
Police collected 326 in fines in January reports Juliet Grubbs. Of this, 710 from disorderly houses. Arrests totaled 16 with 12 continued, two increased and two denied. Other counts include drink, keeping disorderly premises, vagrancy, larceny, highway robbery, runaway dogs, and assault among minor offenses.
The Wimeuty Ouruas Insurance Company of Philadelphia has applied to the state Insurance Department for the necessary plans to seek admission to do business in Kansas. General agent Dr. C H Pittpot was here several days making preliminary arrangements. The company, formerly in the assessment era, has been reorganized and now has a legal reserve fund.
Chicago based Chronicle reports George Lauflamboy found unconscious in a bath with Prof A Laflamboy dead in a tub of hot water. Postmortem notes bruising and blisters suggest injuries, no arousal evidence in the rooms. Authorities lean toward possible self harm. details remain unclear and unexplained.
Senate foreign relations committee authorized Senator Davis to report a substitute bill forming a commission to investigate American citizens' claims against Spain after the late war. The panel would take testimony, award damages, and operate under rules with six month deadlines. Claims limited to actual damages proven, with no interest and no remote or prospective damages.
Admiral Dewey testified before the House pension committee on behalf of relatives of dead officers. He urged support for widows and mothers of late captains and commanders, noting their services and sacrifices. He did not push exact amounts, but urged restraint while highlighting noble losses. Rheumatism Cured in 24 Hours. Busin Cure praised by Pittsburgh firm as a medicine claim.
John M Wolk was arrested yesterday in city court on a misdemeanor charge for passing a $10 worth check to Elm Pho Up and another for $18 at AT Pie s on January 20 The bond set at $100 was not posted The checks total under $10 and the incident may be treated as a misdemeanor rather than a state offense.
A meeting of voters from the First Ward formed the First Ward Curtis Republican club at 02% Western Ave on Wednesday evening January 1. James McCord was elected president James A Neale secretary Spencer Fort sergeant at arms. The next cab meeting is set for Monday February 12.
Public notice announces deliberations on an ordinance affecting city boundaries and property within Topeka Kansas. The text describes realignments along streets including First Avenue Second Street and Fillmore Street, referencing centerlines and parcel ownership. Readers may present objections to the proposed changes at the city hall chamber on a stated date.
The notice reports a historical event involving a person referred to as Dubaite and a figure named Joutsist, with unclear context and fragmented wording. Further readable details indicate publication in a local record and mention of Leoal TaEX Was.
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