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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1899
Page
5
A reader from Manila criticizes the McEnery resolution and calls the war a failure. He expresses disgust at senators actions and urges bringing the soldiers home with honor despite injuries to morale and spirit. The letter urges publication to reveal public sentiment.
The House passed a banking bill tied to the state treasury, with Grimes leading the measure amid a closing hour debate. supporters argued funds must be distributed, while opponents warned against concentrating wealth and potential risks to state finances.
A fragment discusses digestion as the root of disease, claiming every organ depends on a healthy stomach. It claims indigestion causes blood thinning and brain issues, and recommends Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a solution, attributed to English scientist Harley and a Marshal, Michigan locale.
The discussion centers on opposition to a bill as Topeka bankers spar with state opponents. A remark comparing a hypothetical Utah congress seat to Solomon’s reign appears, mentioning New Zealand borrowing from Britain at 2 percent and relending domestically. The motion to strike the enacting clause passes overwhelmingly.
The January salaries and expenses for State Grain Inspector Culver and deputies are temporarily withheld by the State Auditor. The grain inspection fees were debated as to whether they could cover expenses without an appropriation, with plans to pay Culver and fund the department for the next two years.
The Adjutant General Allen reports efforts to compile a descriptive list of Kansas recruits who joined after the regiment departed for San Francisco. He says Col Funston did not forward these addresses, though a San Francisco roster was published from regimental lists. Allen has sought post office addresses for about three late recruits and telegraphed Washington for the descriptive list.
A plague panic struck the southern Kolar gold fields of Mysore on February 15. About 1.50 coasles bolted and fears grew of a halt to work. Reports state 60 cases of plague and 45 deaths in the region amid the outbreak.
Madrid reports the Carlists will abstain from treaty discussions as urged by Don Carlos, affecting Republican participation and possibly accelerating ratification. Meanwhile Venice greets Prince Malik Mansur Mirés, studying Italian art. Paris notes Thomas Burnside, grandson of the late Senator Cameron, died after years in Europe. Also advertised are kid gloves from Miller Bros. agents for farm use.
A Topeka city hall meeting shows strong Drew support across wards with business leaders labor figures and Councilman O D Skinner backing the candidate. Speakers describe Drew as honest, capable and likely to win a large majority as opposition to Brooks remains weak.
Three fast black Diamond Dyes offer wool, cotton and mixed goods, plus silk and feathers. They are designed for home use and guarantee colors that never fade or crack and resist washing out in strong soap. Diamond dyes boast the largest sale due to their reliability and color quality.
A Topeka meeting endorses mayoral candidate Mr. Drew amid debate over a city waterworks plan funded by $440,000 in bonds. Speakers praise Drew and contrast him with opponents, citing tax fairness, labor protection, and the need to acquire or build the water plant. Voters hear appeals from diverse residents including Brooks and Jerry White.
In the past ten days Texas records fourteen cold deaths. Houston reports two, Collins County three, Lamar two, Robertson two, Bexar one, Jefferson one, and Corel County three children. The Post notes twenty cremations, sixteen children, many due to clothing catching fire from fireplaces. The Prince of Wales has agreed to chair the National Association for the Prevention of Consumption.
Review notes a performance of Mr Whiteside in a play with scenes echoing Shakespearean tragedy. Mentions Letia Welstan as wife, Bea trice De Idile as a standout, and Amio merte Walkes as a cousin. Observers praise voice and audience enthusiasm despite a weak company.
London dispatch reports that 25 women and children were landed at St Michael after the Bulgaria, hunted by the Weehawken, sank in a gale. Five men on a drifting boat were lost, and another Bulgaria boat was picked up by an unknown steamer. Majestic reaching port after stormy Atlantic passage failed to sight the Bulgaria or Pavonia, both overdue.
Tolstoi denounces Emperor Nicholas plan for ar mament reduction as contemptible arguing powers will not surrender gains from colonies and territories. Panama strike and Union Lecture Course notes mix with program details for Prof Clark and Temple Quartette readings on February 20.
New York Feb 15 Thomas Sharkey the sailor pugilist has a severe rheumatism attack that prevents training and may end his stage career. He has leg weakness and cannot go the distance, canceling engagements. He will seek rest in Mount Clemens Michigan for a couple of weeks to regain relief and may not meet future opponents until fall.
Des Moines reports the Iowa Equal Suffrage association forms an executive committee to push a constitutional amendment for women's voting. Lena Morrow of Freeport begins campaign in Burlington and southeast Iowa, speaking to Fort Madison Business Men's League. Organizing clubs expand beyond 60 groups. Evelyn Ht. Barden notes focus on legislative action next winter. Some resolutions urge ousting Utah congressman Roberts. others oppose seating him. Hawaii suffrage wording change also approved.
Mrs Jefferson Davis in New York city has been confined to her room at the Gerant for six months and yesterday faced a severe cold with threat of pneumonia. Only her maid with her, her plan to travel south was stalled by illness. today she is reported much better and the alarm over her condition has largely passed.
New York dispatch reports Port Antonio Jamaica battered by terrific weather. High winds drive seas onto land wrecking coastwise vessels and wiping out several hundred acres of banana plantations.
Two Polish girls, aged about 17, clung to the icy ties of a three trestle bridge between Housatonic and Glendale in Pittsfield Mass. as a fast train approached. They held on by their arms for safety, hoping to survive the peril when the locomotive swept by leaving them shaken but unharmed.
A major blaze in Knoxville Tennessee destroyed the Greer Machinery plant and the Whit tle Trunk company building along with their contents. The fire began in the Whittle Trunk building and spread to the Greer structure, burning for about 30 minutes. Estimated losses range from seventy five thousand to one hundred six thousand dollars with three quarters insured.
A colored longtime Tempeka councilman earns support from local voters praising his honesty, enterprise, and past service. The piece argues against mudslinging in politics and urges electing a capable, upright leader to meet the city’s needs. It also notes recent Woodmen of the World lodge elections in Kansas and neighboring states.
Private McDonald of Company HB Tenth United States Infantry was stabbed in the back last night while walking with a Spanish woman. He died and his body was buried this morning as detectives search for his murderer.
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