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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1899
Page
6
A Topeka cash sale advertises a large assortment at reduced prices on items from patent medicines and syringes to stationery, shirts, yard goods, and decor. Highlights include hot water bottles, glassware, paper goods, toys, cards, fabrics, and clothing all promoted as fire sale bargains, with many items priced well below typical retail.
Washington reports the great Atlantic coast storm moved onto the Nova Scotia coast with unprecedented velocity and damage. From Nantucket to the southeast, barometer drops, temperatures plunge, and widespread warnings were issued. Northerly winds shift, clearing improves along the Atlantic, while New England and eastern New York stay under the storm’s influence.
Fire at 20 West Water Street basement start caused great damage. Office boy Hudd Lowr alerted occupants, aiding many to escape. Building owned by Manufacturers' and Merchants Warehouse Co. Contents valued up to 1,000,000, with 55,000 burned roof. several lives reported lost, unverified.
The Senate opened with nine members present. Stewart of Nevada spoke against retaining the Philippines while Lindsay of Kentucky and Bacon of Georgia joined Mr Enery in opposition to the McEnery resolution. The morning session lacked several senators.
Articles of Incorporation filed in Trenton New Jersey for American Radiator Company authorized capital 1000000 with half preferred stock at 7 percent. Purpose to manufacture radiators boilers and heating equipment. Incorporators Famos Dial Lewis Bruch and Howard K Wood. Also notes a Missouri bill and theater advertising restrictions in Jefferson City.
Count Posadowsky-Wehlner outlined how American exports surged due to protection and U S industrial growth, noting Germany's rising exposure to U S competition. He cited 1840 to 1897 trade shifts, warned about bicycle, textile, steel, and shoemaking sectors, and urged enforcement of the 1828 treaty in fair terms.
Lincoln, Feb, the legislature met and read a governor's message accusing state auditor J. F. Cornell of corrupt acts via the insurance examiners in his office. A joint committee was appointed by both houses to investigate, with potential punishment if guilt is found or defense if not.
A Mardi Gras themed disruption unfolds as masked protesters seize the hall during the Arkansas assembly session. The event disrupts business, prompting a hastily called adjournment while maskers voice their stance and a band leads the entrance. The Sisters of Saint Francis and Clinton reference endorse Regan's Rheumatism Remedy with a four dollar price and local druggists listed for purchase.
Kansas lawmakers clash over a proposed barber regulation bill. The Senate spent hours in committee humorously debating provisions on examinations, pricing, and a state board, while House members readied a calendar debate and introduced amendments. Strong opposition from barbers cites free market competition and consumer safety concerns.
The debate centers on a barbers bill with Grattan clashing over courtesy and taxpayers. Hefley questions the panel while Grattan defends barber interests. Amendments set a 1 cent maximum for gimes and 25 cent haircuts though officials hesitate on rate caps. The House delayed action and will reconvene next meeting. The Senate later passes the barbers bill 27 to 0, with Hart Hermick Lamb Lupier Ryan Sheldon Yours voting in favor.
Senators Lamb and Titus pressed a minority report opposing a bill to grant life teaching certificates to graduates of all accredited institutions, while the majority favored extending the privilege. after a lengthy debate the committee major ity report was adopted and the bill recommended for passage.
The senate, on motion by Senator Householder, adopted a concurrent resolution to appoint a committee from both chambers to draft a bill establishing a binding twine factory at the Kansas penitentiary. The measure, proposed by Representative John Seaton, advances with a visiting committee to review. Dentists seek to regulate practice in Kansas amid accusations against chartered dental groups and a push by Senator Fred Stocks at the request of State Dental Association officers.
The house committee of the whole urged repealing elective terms for marshal clerk street commissioner and city attorney and restoring appointive posts under mayor with city council approval. Critics warned direct election weakens law enforcement and re election chances. Jefferson negotiator faced defeat trying to keep third class cities under the present law.
The House elections committee prepares recommendations on today’s contest cases. It reports on Scott versus Marks of Jefferson County and Walters versus an unnamed opponent, with Populist and Republican contest stakes in play.
The committee recommended that both Populist members be ceu but no action was taken at the time. The report also allows each of the commitants the same mileage and per diem as a member is entitled to, and $100 additional for contest expenses. The contestees are each allowed $50 for expenses.
The Kansas Senate passed multiple resolutions praising Senators Haker and Harris for supporting the peace treaty. A substitute by Mr. Lewelling was proposed. The House also adopted similar resolutions. A Senate order sets Thursday discussions on taxation and a Santa Fe excursion day for Lawrence students.
The house schedules a special Thursday 2 oclock session to vote on Seaton of Atchison's popular vote question about calling a constitutional convention. The chamber concedes to Senate action on appointing a special committee to draft and embody two binding commission suggestions for a twine plant at the Kansas penitentiary.
A special Senate committee visiting the Winfield imbecile asylum will urge a $40,000 appropriation for a dormitory under construction a $2500 grant for a laundry and $2,504 for a new hospital to improve the facility.
Washington Feb 14 The senate approved the McEnery resolution by a vote of 26 to 2. The measure states that ratification of the peace treaty with Spain does not intend to grant U S citizenship to Philippine inhabitants nor permanently annex the islands as U S territory. It outlines a plan to establish a government suitable to island conditions and to eventually decide the islands’ disposition for the benefit of U S citizens and island residents.
A powder explosion on the Buffalo Rochester and Pittsburg line at Moss Grave injures five construction workers. Juan Ferrio dies, others Jaun Ferrio Samuel Ferrio Anthony Vole Anthony Carros Frederick Dev ish are hurt. Spark from a pipe likely ignited the powder. A heartfelt thanks note from the Harrison family accompanies the item.
A prisoner said Filipinos offered to release Spaniards if they fought Americans by May 4. Rebels are said to be discontent and worn by wounds hunger and fatigue. Aguinaldo visited Polo near Caloocan claiming a victory and stating 200 Americans were killed.
General Otis reports the Philippines front near Caloocan and Manila remains favorable with strong Filipino forces under Kapunan and Doluman facing American divisions. Trade and crop data appear amid war updates and financial market chatter as shipping and commodity flows show mixed activity.
Fort Townsend Wash Feb 34 The Olympic has arrived with late advices. Since the Paris yeare commission adjourned, Filipinos have organized watering expeditions from Hong Kong. The Hong Kong government is using every effort to prevent vessels suspected of carrying arms and ammunition destined for the Philippines from leaving the port.
Roland Reed was booked for a single performance at Crawford theater for the night of April 7. If he cancels twice before that time he will be seen here in this latest success. HES Father's the product of Sydney Rosenfeld. Reed is supported by Teadate Rush and a clever company. If Mr. Crawford brings Roland Reed to Topeka, the city will praise his management of amusement matters.
Kansas enjoys sunny spring conditions as reports from Santa Fe and Rock Island indicate temperatures statewide, with readings from near freezing to mid eighties. Trains resume regular schedules as a cold backbone fractures and conditions improve statewide.
London reports Sir Thomas Tipton has purchased the steam yacht Assusa for 50,000 pounds to entertain guests during the America's Cup races. The Assusa, built in 1886 by Beard & Co., is 300 feet long with 1242 tons burden and a speed near 14 knots. Previously owned by Count Ignesio Florio of Palermo.
The market notes moderate strength in wheat as trading opens. Reports indicate demand and price action are tied to delivery expectations, with March delivery listed near 180, reflecting cautious activity and boxers in the market gathering momentum.
Classified notice seeking a daytime partner to exchange duties at a local desk. Bertini raises Mrs. M. Smiley announces a vacancy at 64 Bansas Avenue, with day or night shifts available and a request for steady occupancy.
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