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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1898
Page
8
The Mysterious Mr. Bugle with Joseph Holland leads a farce by Madelene Lucette Iyley at Crawford Theater. Seats for Lewis Morrison’s The Master of Ceremonies go on sale at the store Monday. Morrison reportedly drew curtain calls after each act, per the Pueblo Chieftain.
A Paris dispatch notes a likely Zola acquittal and hints at Dreyfus’s fate. Jury sentiment appears divided under French law, with debate over whether Bordereau and Becreut documents determine guilt. Zola’s counsel argues Dreyfus did not write the bordereau and that KHertHazy did, urging potential exoneration and release.
The National Creamery Association outlines prizes for butter entries at the regional creamery convention. Top awards include a $100 medal for best separator butter and a $35 gold medal for best gathered cream butter, plus $10 and $20 awards for other top categories. A $5,000 premium pool is split by score, with special merit diplomas for high scorers.最高得点者获最高奖金15美元，第二名7美元，第三名5美元。
Buffalo November to February 18 1900s era report notes a rate war between Canadian Pacific and American lines. It mentions reduced fares from Buffalo to Vancouver and other coast points, with several class differences and a second class drop. The item includes miscellaneous notices and ads relating to remedies and laundry services, reflecting a compact patrol of the era.
Governor Leedy and General Attorney Low discussed a possible settlement of the dispute over freight switching to the asylum with Rock Island, aiming for fair future state shipments. Low cited 1897 Dodge City rates to show alleged discrimination and urged audits. Leedy pledged to review routing and act to ensure equal treatment, possibly avoiding mandamus action by the state board of charities.
New England and Southern Passenger associations refuse merchant petitions for lower fares from their territories. The New York Merchants association protests and seeks reconsideration. Counsel argue rate cuts would discriminate contrary to the Interstate Commerce Act. Judge Cooley’s decision cited by trunk lines and the joint traffic association.
Seattle February reports on the Clara Nevada disaster list several believed dead besides the crew including Al Nesom a Tacoma merchant Franks Whitney of Cripple Creek Hil a young man and Harry Hunt of Seattle Howe and Bonnicke of Portland. The exact passenger count remains unknown due to lack of a ship list.
New York February 13 Bishop Thomas Underwood Dudley of Kentucky has declined the general secretaryship of the domestic and foreign missionary society of the Protestant Episcopal Church due to opposition within the society.
In Kansas Arkansas City a contempt case related to injunctions has led to a new lawsuit. J B E. Tor for Ark City firms sues Illinois Trust and Savings Bank and others for malicious prosecutions seeking $1000 in damages. The case cites Judge Williams and recent contempt proceedings.
Wichita February reports Jacob Eckert Tennis Kinsader and John Weer, bondsmen for I Wergher, treasurer, were sued to recover 300 dollars Wergher reportedly buried. Wergher has left the city and.
The Calhoun Opera Company visits the Crawford theater next week presenting The Grand Duchess. The program promises a notable evening of opera with a regional company delivering the production.
Paris on February nineteenth reports riotous crowds outside the court after adjournment as M. Zola narrowly avoids lynching. Police shield his carriage on the St Michael bridge amid a volley of mob attacks. arrests are made and later released.
Washington Feb 19 the president granted pardons in multiple cases restoring citizenship or reducing terms. Marion Halderman Arkansas larceny restored citizenship. Arthur D Andrews California postal law violations three years and $1000 fine. pardon due to time served. Jack Wilkinson Texas assault with intent to kill. Joseph Allred Missouri counterfeiting. L S Whitfield California counterfeiting. Denied pardons include Herman Hauster Kansas embezzling letters and Chas Hubbard Missouri postal law violation.
Montreal dispatch reports a reduction in grain freight rates from Duluth to Attentie turd on the Canadian Pacific system. Freight Traffic Manager Howworth announced the change, stating rates would shift to a lower level from all inland points near Chicago. The move affects flour and other soft commodities across the Duluth South Shore route.
Transfers listed include Hiram S. Jenkins to Frank J. Hart for 620 dollars, Lots 13 and 134 Locust Street. Josie and W. W. Webb to Carl Ortman for 250 dollars, Lots 43 4h and south half of 47 Chandler Street Klein's addition. Ches Nyman and wife to Geo. Disinger Join 33 M4 ani 36 Norris Street Norris subdivision. John W. Rowell et ux to W. Le Stated plan g1oad north half or northedat quarter. J. Page and wife to Geo. M. Noble st. piots commencing at aoe t catter torth West quarter Tew 4 auth 3 Chath 2 Tinka 9 west 14 chains Sh links. Perth 5 chalna 72 links east 14 chains 2 inks. Dr. Wm. H. W. Righter moves office from 707 to Ti4 Kansas Avenue.
Bradstreet notes a generally favorable business situation with rising quotations for staples and steady prices in non‑increasing lines. Iron and steel demand remains strong in the central west, rail and textile sectors show activity, and cotton goods gain strength amid raw material gains and mill strikes. Freight on the Pacific stays firm as Alaska shipments keep ports busy. overall, price levels hold, with failures down to 268, and cereal exports rising, led by flour and wheat shipments.
A London theater boom tops reports with major runs at the Court Haymarket and Crterion plus Her Majesty's and Duke of York's where an Jalvuz adaptation with Ellis Jeffreys and Stymour Hicks leads. Empire stage a lavish ballet. George Alexander's Much Ado at St James delights visuals but disappoints in acting. Fire destroys Lyceum scenery in an archway store under the Chatham & Dover line near Ludgate Hill.
Georges Neft and Bard, cousins from Greenville, about 20, were run over while attempting to board a freight at Holliday, Ohio. Neft lost both legs below the knees and Bard lost a right foot. both were brought to Olathe where Neft’s condition is critical and amputations are needed. Bard will have a foot amputated. he is not in immediate danger and is married with a child.
An elderly man about 65 at Citizens' Bank in Lawrence, Kansas, fell dead at Covey's restaurant after finishing a meal. Identification by a Citizens' Bank certificate of deposit in the name of J. B. Me- is all that could be found.
Major Hood of Import, Republican gubernatorial candidate, says enforce all state laws to reveal their odiousness, notes prohibition has benefited the state, and argues the Prohibition issue should not define the campaign. He adds third party Prohibitionists should seek Republican support rather than oppose the party.
London reports Queen Victoria has told the Marquis of Salisbury she will never again sign a declaration of war. The press warns Britain faces a crisis in West Africa as France and Germany eye Livria and annexation. Chamberlain contends for colonial interests, while Salisbury resists shifting Britain’s stance.
London reports that Dr. Nansen, despite Pond's denial and no public critique from him, has spoken frankly with friends. He expresses a strong grievance with American reporters and says he felt at home yet missed sympathy for scientific achievements as crowds only wanted to stare or hear a comic song.
A telegram read on stage claimed General Lee was killed by a Havana mob and McKinley called a night Congress session as volunteers were urged to serve. Patriotism surged in Council Grove with crowds up late awaiting more war news and locals spreading the message that the telegram came from the M K and T Railway.
Gold hunters shift focus from Klondike to Kowak River as steamers set for long excursions up Kowak. Three vessels bound for Dyea and Skaguay will depart in quick succession. Cottage City sails this afternoon, Umatilla tomorrow, and Australia Monday, each packed with prospectors.
General Brooke of the Missouri department disapproves the court martial result against Private Louis Kalhoun of Troop 1 Third Cavalry. Kalhoun was found not guilty. the evidence shows offense and he will be returned to duty. First District Republican convention call issued for February 28, 1838 at Teers hotel Holton.
Weather notes from Chicago forecast generally fall tonight and Sunday with new flurries in extreme east, colder Sunday, variable winds shifting to northerly. An anecdote from H Gress of Dundee Kansas praises Beggs Cherry Cough Syrup for curing his daughter's chronic croup after tried remedies failed. ad includes 18 photos for 25 cents.
A Carbondale veteran recounts suffering in 1895 from severe illness diagnosed as the grippe. He attributes recovery to Wiliams Pills for Pale People, praising Dr. Williams and Mr. Hackett of Carbondale for recommending the remedy and noting pills sold in boxes for 50 cents with promotions via mail and agents.
Fort Worth reports a romance between Rey Sarts, a traveling salesman, and Lottie Bowes once known as Charlotte Crane. After a two year span of courtship sparked in hotel circles, Bowes agreed to marry Sarts, who announced the engagement after receiving a confirming wire. The couple’s future, guided by social rounds and mutual affection, marks a bright chapter in their lives.
The will of Thora D Stimpson, filed in Los Angeles, leaves an estate valued at 1 300 000 to be held in trust for heirs. The document dated February 19 outlines the bequest and its distribution under a trust arrangement.
The San Francisco chamber of commerce completed arrangements for a reception to President Sanford B. Dole of Hawaii on Monday afternoon, inviting business leaders and federation members to attend. Also noted, The Crown Order in Sew Son contends that the order should be born in New York, arguing about democracy and aristocracy in political life.
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