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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1899
Page
4
In the Topeka State Journal, a Kansas dispatch discusses a U S Supreme Court decision on railroad regulation, upholding state authority to require train stops for public convenience. The piece analyzes implications for towns with populations under 3,000 and broader interstate commerce concerns.
A fragment from the Atchison Globe reflects on gender norms and social attitudes. It mentions women marrying for money and the idea of superiority of women over men, with a tone of satirical irony about luck and leadership roles.
A collage of social vices and habits unfolds with anecdotes about good and bad behavior. Tales of parties, frugality, and gossip reveal attitudes toward drunkenness, marriage, and gender roles. The piece laments excessive lodge drinking and the social pull of gatherings while noting humor in newspaper name spellings and a wary view of change in springtime life.
A miscopied collage of anecdotes mentions Emile Zola’s anonymous charity in England, Gould seeking admission to the New York bar, poet William Watson’s late-life legacy, Gilbert Parker’s early journalism shaping his writing, and J Balfour’s golf tennis and music hobbies. It notes a palmist reading General Miles and a Parkhurst critique of press freedoms. The Lisbon Duse farewell sparks court honors and lavish gifts, with many attendees and a marble plaque. Women’s participation and a hopeful toast close the fragment.
A compact collection of witty and caustic lines on mercy, love, marriage, and human folly. The paragraphs skew toward social satire with sharp one liners about gender roles and ambition, hinting at urban commentary of the era.
The third annual report of the wine board of medical examination and registration notes Governor Ruehnell's push for reform. In the year 700 certificates were granted to graduates and practitioners, while 369 applications were rejected and at least 700 quacks driven from the state. Six colleges were found to perform poorly and the board urges an amendment requiring all applicants to be examined by the board for literary and technical qualifications, regardless of medical credentials.
Lawrence Kansas begins the trial of John J Kunkel charged with murdering his wife last September by alleged arsenic poisoning. The case links to her stepdaughter’s death and a series of suspicions tied to malted milk and medicines. Prosecution and defense teams include Colonel Norton Geo Barker W B Brownell Alex Mitchell and Sam Bishop. The hearing follows coroners inquest findings and chemical analyses by Professor Bartow confirming arsenic traces. The outcome hinges on circumstantial evidence and expert testimony with proceedings expected to continue through the week.
Schilts Brewing Company of Milwaukee has begun work on a new cold storage and bottling plant in Coffeyville. The building, to be 100 by 60 feet, costs about 2500 dollars and sits on Santa Fe right of way between Sixth and Seventh streets, boasting a complete bottling works and aiming to be among the finest of its kind in the area.
Leavenworth February 21 The sensational divorce case before the circuit court at St Joseph involves Lena Fouts Mager as plaintiff against William Mager. The petition accuses her husband of neglect while noting her late husband’s business ties and family details including J R Fouts a switchman residing at 411 Cherokee Street. The couple wed in Leavenworth March 20 1888 and the case unfolds amid accusations and personal hardship.
The divorce petition against Maget follows years of marital strain. Maget, an older farmer, allegedly mistreated the spouse’s doting care for the selmal, triggering a deep antipathy. The couple separated after repeated reconciliation efforts failed amid mounting domestic tensions.
Judge W C Hook has received his commission as Judge of the United States court for the district of Kansas from President McKinley. He will begin his first term in Wichita on March 13, closing business from the November term, and plans to reside in Leavenworth. He will attend Judge Foster’s last day in Topeka before adjournment to March 1.
A Modern Woodmen of America lodge organized at Randall on February 21 with 35 charter members led by state instituting officer Frank Fora. About 100 attendees from Jewell City Scottsville Asherville and Jamestown joined. Asherville Foresters and Jamestown Foresters helped. a luncheon followed.
A destructive fire hit Mulberry along the Memphis line ten miles northeast of the city Sunday morning. The Crofier hotel and several businesses including Cherie Perry D Corning W L Miller H W Draper s shoe shop and a block of buildings burned. Hotel contents valued at about 31,000 were lost and insured for 1,000. Other buildings were uninsured and total losses were reported.
Lawrence February 21 Herbert C Avery captain of the university football team married Sunday night to Miss Nellie Criss daughter of Captain and Mrs S T Criss Rev Mr W i Brebe officiating Kansan Gets a Job in Turkey Lawrence February 21 Frank D Brooks formerly county clerk receives appointment as clerk to the United States consul at Smyrna Turkey report for duty shortly
Miss Magei Hart, a young teacher at Hobbie School eight miles west of Bazerton, braved a severe storm and wolves. The pack broke in windows, a dead wolf lay on the sill, and the teacher defended the building until dawn as wolves retreated after suffering injuries and losses.
Cuban railroads continue to fall under American syndicate control with Cienfuegos Sagua and Cabon roads approved by mortgage holders and stockholders. Par transfers mean about 5 million dollars of American money to Cuba as the Sabanilla line awaits final stockholder action and a New York syndicate meeting proceeds. Bond absorption by Havana bankers and a Spanish bank premium for 14 million in bonds alter the island’s financial map as the Spaniards trim capital and the Spanish bank maintains a key role.
Martin Molenear, son of David William Molenoar, asserts title to a large New York City tract valued at $25,000,000 or more. He alleges a life interest clause was ignored by a guardian who sold the property, and now sells his claim to John Th Spring of Utica to pursue the case with partners.
Madison journal reports Prof. R. F. Wood of the University of Wisconsin proposes thawing frozen water pipes by electric current. Using street lighting voltage and a transformer, he connects wires to frozen pipes in adjacent houses and heats them to melt ice. In Vilas and Brown residences, 150 feet thawed in 18 minutes, avoiding costly excavation.
The Topeka lodge of Elks No. 204 will meet tomorrow at 1 PM in the lodge rooms to attend Eugene Wolfe’s funeral from the late residence 311 Went Thirteenth Street at 2 PM The initiation and social session scheduled for tomorrow are postponed indefinitely.
London reports from China show rapid factory growth in smokeless powder production last year. By February seven new facilities were established, each supplying arms that dramatically boost China’s capacity.
In St Petersburg on Feb 2 an imperial manifesto deprives the Finnish parliament and senate of the right to discuss measures aligning Finland with the empire. By Feb 21 in Stockholm intense indignation grows as presses rage at Russian moves. The Aftonbladet urges Sweden and Norway to defend their liberties against the Russian giant.
The senate committee of the whole recommended passage of a bill granting 50,000 dollars for a new administration building at the Topeka asylum and 60,000 dollars for a new building at the Winneledi imbecile asylum. Both appropriations aim to expand state mental hospital facilities.
Harrisburg on the thirtieth ballot shows Quay nine Jenkins six Dalzell one with no quorum. In Lincoln Hayward followers fail to gain extra ballot in joint session. Delware adds Del and Richardson tally with Salisbury absent. Utah joint session notes bribery talk. King six Powers one McCune twenty five Cannon eight Nebeker four Rideout absent two. California fifty eighth ballot Assemblyman Crown shifts from Felton to Barnes.
In the American Art gallery at Clarke New York the Cape Monte vase drew fierce bids from wealthy buyers including Murry Payne Whitney and Mr Van Gelder. A Montrea n bidder and others competed as Greek terra cotta statuettes and groups also crossed the block. Van Gelder carried off several pieces amid the lively auction.
Councilman Morgan urged condemning the east city tallow factory as a nuisance. He introduced a resolution at the latest council meeting directing the city attorney to begin nuisance proceedings. He cited long standing complaints from residents and aimed for swift action. The measure was referred to the health and sanitation committee.
The city council awarded the contract for an addition to the electric light plant to J B Morse of North Topeka with a bid of 24. Work is underway to make room for the new engine. The council considers bids to pave Jackson Street from Morse to Park Streets. bids were opened and referred to the streets committee.
Streets and walks committee favors Hinptoon Street pavement despite local opposition from C Garrard. City council will likely open bids at the next regular meeting. Mary Lester receives more honors as London reports the decoration of the Late Owner of the Crown of India as Lady Curzon, wife of Tundle and daughter of Lester of Chicago. The rest is a string of unrelated anecdotes and oddities including poultry jokes and a Christian Scientists’ domestic claim.
A lurid scene unfolds in a New York cafe where several young Porto Rico residents mingle with strangers. The narrative describes flirtation, alcohol, and suggestive behavior as a waiter and bystanders observe, culminating in a rambling account of the party and its reactions. The piece ends noting the girls’ public display and the implied judgment of onlookers.
A description of chestnut parties in England where guests tell stories or recite verses around a fire. Each turn is determined by a nut and ribbon draw, ending with a light debate on the best tale, with prizes and small keepsakes for the host and guests.
A Weller of Wamego visits north side. post office hours tomorrow noon to end. Mrs Ginewikte and Mrs Ulinger recover from grip. Margaret Summers to Kansas City. Vin Kleen visiting family on Van Buren. Hattle Greenway andnie caements go to Grantville to visit Alta Hurd. Myrtie and Gertie Palmer hosting Wednesday. Dentists advertise popular prices. Hallie Hurmetek to Kansas City then St Joseph. Chess club meets at 1836 Centre. Baptist church social at M A Miller home. West Katsan Avenue church ladies meet Thursday at 2 20 with Mrs Holman 100 Kansas avenue. Mr and Mrs Schutt returning to Iowa. Daniel Murphy dies suddenly leaving widow and three children. formerly carpenter with Senta Fe stops. Ladies Duplicate club met at Mrs Mark's. Lent activities noted for A A Howley and J Campbell. Agricultural College reagent to attend.
Local ad urges customers to send Navajo rugs blankets art squares Ingram and Reg carpets to Peeka Steam Laundry for thorough cleaning. Phone 283 listed for contact.
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