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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1899
Page
3
The Star Groceries lists a broad assortment including patent flour White Russian Saab starch shredded wheat MacKult corn products and fruit preserves. It promises accurate weights and measures with prompt packing and shipping and notes various canned produce and syrups available.
Charles Miller, a former brakeman on the New York, New Haven and Hartford railroad, filed suit in the superior court. Judge Blodgett awarded him $5,000 for injuries from a defective tank that broke and caused his cart to detach from the locomotive. The accident happened at South Framingham on February 19, 19S7, and cost him both arms.
A local property owner in Sullivan county proposes using dynamite around Modge Lake near Emtonaville to destroy fish. The plan details placing charges ten feet apart around the lake and triggering them electrically, hoping to boost trout production. the outcome is awaited with interest.
A letter discusses how illness makes work feel burdensome, reducing ambition and strength. It cites Dr. Piese's idea of medical discovery as a remedy to empower overburdened men with lasting stamina, and notes a case from W. Va. about indigestion and poor digestion after meals.
An open arena discussion shows supporters and opponents clashing over a Pullman fare bill. The committee favored not passing it, but a calendar motion sparked debate on whether to allow full Senate consideration. Several senators vote for and against the motion while others are absent or refrain from voting.
Kansas state dental board officials from Marshall county and Marysville, backed by Dr. Huntnett and Dr. Callaham, pursue charter revocation for dubious Kansas City dental colleges. They allege fraud, selling diplomas for 5 to 35 dollars, with offenders fined 5 to 50 dollars and punished for issuing diplomas before credible exams.
Lawrence father D S Alford asks Governor Stanley to urge Washington to return Lieut Alford’s body to Lawrence. The officer served as acting captain of Company B from August until his death, and his grieving mother joins the appeal for immediate repatriation. A related bill to make the oil inspection law semi respectable was introduced in the house.
Representative Wheatley pushes amendments to oil inspection law requiring monthly filings with the state auditor detailing oils inspected, gallons, brand, and recipient. Fees go to the state treasury and inspectors are paid like other state officers. Lost in the snow describes Senator Levi Pritchard's perilous trip home, nearly freezing before a farmer’s tire saved them. he plans to avoid such trips in severe weather.
Senator Pritchard reported from Graham county where snow slowed travel but revealed a bill to establish a normal school at Stockton in Rooks county. The measure proposes $2 for a new building and site and $10,000 annually for each of the next fiscal years, with the normal school issue set for a Wednesday senate vote at 3 oclock.
Senator Andrews introduces a bill allowing the state auditor to issue warrants paid by the treasury in exchange for union military scrip held by citizens in Atchison county. Price raid claims are old and incur annual interest costs, prompting the measure.
Senator Crossan proposes a new hospital for Olathe and calls for painting and repair of heat and school buildings. He introduces a bill carrying appropriations of 5000, 2500 and 5000 for the stated purposes and a new building project.
The senate permits the longstanding rule requiring passengers to show tickets before entry. Senator Helmick proposed a bill to end the practice, calling it oppression by the octopus, but the senate railroad committee recommended against passage, keeping the rule in force.
A long list of Kansas style bills passes the Senate, naming Harris Anshonaing Marion Gofey and tax measures, district tax authorizations, pharmacists licensing, city court creation, river bridge projects, and county road improvements. Names include Caldwell Zimmer Amirews Pritvhani See and others, with several counties such as Anderson, Marion, Brown, and Grahan cited in measures.
Chaplain prays for divine protection of Kansas soldiers amid daily gunfire as the Senate convenes. Stnater Lamb starts the session with meditation at 3 o clock, asking guidance, safety, and mercy for the troops marching from Kansas.
Senator Anderson’s bill abolishes the justices of the peace courts in Topeka and creates a new city court, sent to the House after a unanimous Senate vote. Prohibition and railroad crossing safety measures are also discussed as part of the legislative agenda.
From the New York Sun, New Yorkers increasingly use furnished houses for longer stays and seasonality. Landlords profit from high rents and advance prices, but demand wanes after mid November, risking losses if houses remain vacant until December.
The column recalls a January 1893 gathering to witness Walter Small of Ster Ung, Kan., marrying Olive E. Marr of the county. Olive’s charm and riding skill are described as part of a neighborhood mood, with upbeat reflections on community ties and a humorous aside about a reverend at the cake line. A Burma temple gift dispute in Ceylon and dental and medical notes close the page, including a lemonade cure anecdote and local service advertisements.
Secretary of War Russell A. Alger, at the Union League Club event in Brooklyn, declined to discuss the full war commission report until read. He defended his department’s wartime work, noting unavoidable unforeseen issues and duty to run affairs to the best of his ability. He contrasted private business with government service and touched on Cuban reconcentrados and shortages of troops, with details on rations and surplus sales investigated by Col. Bliss.
The New York Press recounts Paderewski seeking Leschetizky’s tutelage after a wary lecture on his overrepertoire. Six months of focused practice, daily lessons, and intimate study forged a pivotal mentor trainee bond. Leschetizky calls Paderewski’s talent and resolve decisive for success in music and beyond.
London February 14 The new Society of American Worlds in London held its reception Saturday evening at the residence of artist Mr John McLure Hamilton Mrs Hugh Reid Griffin the society president explained that the formation plans were similar to those of elder groups and invited actives for membership of the society
The will of the late Hoyal Hammond, filed for probate in Galesburg, leaves $29 to Wheaton College to be used by trustees to fight secret societies and liquor traffic. After the wife’s death, the remainder becomes Wheaton College’s. Hammond was a longtime foe of secret societies and saloons.
Florence society figures from the Florentine aristocracy join Natalie of Servia in organizing a tea and dance at the old Medici Palazzo Hiccardi. The event benefits industrial schools for women and promises to be a premier social occasion tomorrow.
City of Mexico February 14 Prof William Niven arrived in Mexico City from Arizona. He travels to Morelos to develop his reported mineral discovery of spiritite with five percent nickel. He plans to mine the find and his claimed rose garnet quarries near Pear Cearta.
Chicago February 14 a bill was presented to the Illinois legislature fixing burglary in a dwelling at death and another bill would fix the same penalty for highway robbery. Prominent among supporters is Chief of Police Ripley who argues the burglar is among the most dangerous criminals and deserves harsh punishment.
Madison Wis Feb 1 Senator Stout introduced in the senate a bill adding two women to the state board of control of charitable and penal institutions. The board, a key unit of the state government, is now composed of five men and would grant greater female representation. The measure is backed by the State Federation of Women's Clubs.
The drought reduced NSW sheep from 86 million to 46.9 million, a loss of about 30 million sheep when including natural increase. Heavy declines also hit horses and cattle, with nearly 100,000 horses and 150,000 cattle lost. Population and economic figures show a colony strained but resilient amid rainfall deficits.
Mars Union Pacific, Omaha reports the Union Pacific has placed an order with the Pullman Palace Car company for 15 first class chair cars and 15 first class coaches. The 60 foot cars will feature steel platforms six wheel trucks wide vestibules steam heat and gas heating and will be finished in mahogany. The Pullman company will also build additional cars.
Remarkable experiments at Asnleres four miles from a secretive site tested a new cuirass by French inventor Threauil. The double plate design reportedly adds divine weight, with a Mauser shot perforating only minorly. the front tore while the rear remained intact, yet officials claim the cuirass proved perfectly impenetrable.
Berlin replies to a parliamentary inquiry denying any plan to adopt a new small-bore life bullet. War Minister von Gomeler cites unfavorable experience in the Spanish American war and says no change in bullet style is planned. He notes ethical questions would arise only if a bullet were adopted and mentions czarist conference as the forum for discussion.
New York Feb 14 The condition of Mrs William C Whitney at her country home near Heropstead L J is favorable doctors say a complete recovery seems almost certain. For two weeks the accident of February 3 was feared to render her helpless for life but her health has improved.
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