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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1899
Page
3
A fragmented report traces Jacob Cantor’s wealth surge tied to Wall Street booms and a broker sponsor Flower. It links Cantor to former Democratic leader Jahbh A Cantor and hints at political pressures from Tammany Hall while mentioning business names and speculative fortunes.
A staunch critique of the current tax system urges immediate reform before adjournment. The Kniss bureau report shows wide assessed-value gaps across counties, with individuals paying taxes on inflated values while large corporations pay far less. Calls arise for a tax commission or legislative action to correct the inequities.
Mrs. Thomas Mahaney of 10th Street is among Quinks Reid claimants awaiting action in the current Jegitature session. Her request totals 4000 dollars and the relief bill has been referred to Ways and Means. Eldredge, a supreme court figure and associate of Mrs Mahanes, testified about Mrs Mahaney then known as Mrs Wise, living with husband Louis Wise in Lawrence Kansas.
The Wise family suffered a deadly shooting and house fire leaving a widow and homeless. A 33,000 claim, long blocked by government funds and state treasury diversions, is urged for allowance. Mrs Mahaney, now a widow, would gain relief if this claim is approved, amid legislative duties and financing concerns.
A garbled report discusses 3200, one tenth of loss, and various legislative actions. References to a house committee, Mayors, Dawes resolution, and county tax burdens appear, with mentions of Osawatomie and charity boards. The text is heavily corrupt but indicates fiscal measures, payments for injuries, and public or tax-related debates.
The House declines to create a state board of embalmers, killing Campbell’s bill and signaling regret at overregulation. The committee argues too many trades and professions already face regulation by boards, avoiding further boards like those for barbers and plumbers.
The house backs a medical bill for passage requiring practitioners to hold a diploma from a state board accredited medical college, with a ten year practice exception. Dentists and osteopathists are excluded from the act’s provisions.
President John Macdonald of Topeka presided at the Educational Press Association meeting. Sessions discussed technical matters in educational publications. A joint evening program featured A W Winship and W T Harris on improving teaching quality. Fitzpatrick vs Wilson slated for Ellinwood bout for $200 purse and gate receipts.
Gen Linares, who commanded Spanish troops at Ranilago during the capitulation, challenged Count de Almenas over alleged attacks on him in the senate. The report ties to the Cuba war and Spanish generals. Also noted is the Clay Center coursing meet postponed to March with a 30 day stake and $20 added to the winger of the course.
From The New York Herald report mentions Brice as a lavish Washington hostess. It notes family expenditure near costly social rounds, a jest about trimming to 35 000 yearly with 200 000 saved, and contrasts with officials relying on salaries. It discusses senators and representatives from various states and their frugal or lavish habits in Washington society.
Chicago residents report the massive ice cover on Lake Michigan melting away in two warm days and a southwest gale. Debris and ice floes caused loud blasts, rattling windows and shaking buildings as the field drifted three miles from the shore. Captain William Smith compares the sound to Dewey’s Manila Bay guns while witnesses describe the crib breaking and breakwater damage along South Chicago piers.
Relief in six hours for kidney and bladder distress with the New Great South American Kidney Cure. Claims prompt relief of pain and urinary retention in both men and women. Sold by Geo W Buansfield at 622 Kansas Avenue and the Sim Drug Co at 607 Kansas Avenue Topeka Kansas.
Police Matron Thorpe details relief work in the recent severe weather. 85 families aided, 826 people helped. cash expended $197.20 for groceries shoes and essentials. Donations include 44 tons coal 1200 pounds meat 11 bushels potatoes and 800 shillings worth clothing. Total cash donations $707.65.
Chicago Feb 23 Burglars forced baker Fred Mottler into his oven at 6125 Halsted Street and threatened to roast him alive until he disclosed hidden money. bound and gagged he cried for help and was rescued by his wife and children as three masked men fled. Police searched the area but found no trace of the assailants.
An extract from a Manila letter describes Privates Davis and Myers of Company A venturing inland with passports and crossing lines into Aguinalta’s territory. They encountered a ten-man insurgent band, were captured, broke for liberty, and were fired at while fleeing through mud and cane. They escaped with American protection. The men later credited De Wit's Little Early Risers pills for assistance.
Secretary of State Clark laments confusion over his role between secretary and board member. He notes receiving over 20 letters about appointments and says he has no influence over hiring, knowing only one board member. He offers to help those truly competent who write to him.
Superintendent McNatl reports receipt of checks from insurers under the new tax law. New York Life sent a payment of 2 percent tax while Massachusetts Mutual contributed 25 dollars. Total weekly revenue to the state treasury from the law remains—up to date—consistently accumulating.
The livestock quarantine commission met at the state house yesterday and reorganized. W. C. Campbell of Wichita and F. Chamberlain of Sedan were named to the board with Taylor Riddle as secretary. Campbell was elected chairman and Riddle re-elected secretary. The commission will enforce cattle inspection from below the gust line year round, with all shipments inspected.
Dallas, February 21. Assistant General Freight Agent BR Berrey of the Houston and Texas Central railroad today shipped 6,000 pounds of cotton seed to Manila Philippine Islands. The seed will plant Philippine land in cotton and is said to be the first direct U S shipment of cotton seed to Manila.
The Kansas City Journal notes Father Williams of Atchison writes the play The Gallows Cheat 4. Performed by the Cyrano Dramatic club at a Catholic college, the hero a young man who murders and faces hanging. His father visits in prison, but is sent away and dies of heart disease. The piece is claimed to be the first Kansas priest authored play shown publicly.
Milwaukee ministers in a Friday session passed a resolution by Rev J Trever objecting to public school dances in school buildings. Trever argued the practice infringes citizens rights citing West Side High School as an example and urged ministers to use influence to stop it.
A line of patrolmen stood in front of the police station when a fashionable woman fainted nearby. The officers swiftly attended, assisting her and preventing panic as bystanders watched. She recovered, escaped a patrol wagon, and left, reportedly with a blush and a silent nod to the force.
A state journal ad declares Swamp Root a safe, modern remedy for kidney and bladder diseases and related blood and rheumatic ailments. It claims a long trial record and offers a free sample by mail from Dr. Kilmer Co. and a health book, urging readers to mention the Topeka Daily State Journal.
Mil port Erie county reported a bride purchase by farmer Hettman Bishop who traded two fat hogs and seven bushels of oats to a neighbor for his wife. The bride is ten years younger than Bishop and she made no objection.
An unsigned ad recounts use of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy to prevent pneumonia after grippe outbreaks. It claims the remedy counteracts cold emergencies and is the best for bad coughs and la grippe, with bottles warranted and sold by druggists. Also includes a laundry services promo and a testimonial for Rexan's Rheumatism Remedy with a 1 dollar per bottle price and local druggists named.
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