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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1899
Page
6
A report from Topeka details ongoing cloakroom thefts at the Kansas Senate session. Items stolen include hats gloves overcoats and a watchmen guard costs. Postmaster Easterly and others note persistent pilfering prompting calls for better protection and accountability.
The body considers a plan to have the legislature decide the number of state employees at the next regular elections. A committee is instructed to list all current employees whose services may be surplus, with discharge implied for those not retained. A resolution is prepared to formalize electing the number of employees by the people.
Reported talk suggests the legislature may not adjourn on March 4. Reuse members have been paid for 40 days and Chief Clerk Lobdell fears further pay delays could exhaust the session. A resolution passed recently may need reconsideration and extension beyond March 4.
Eight bills were approved in session this morning including McKeever’s bill authorizing Crane to publish the general statutes and related measures. Hogue’s bill to prevent discounting and other acts on weights and measures at mines are noted among the passed proposals.
The fragment mentions claims for a settlement by an insurance firm and policy concerns. It references the abolition of a parents board and a Lawrence bill on fraternal beneficiary athletics. Little or no opposition appears to exist for these measures.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a bill involving a land owner who vacated lots two years ago and a dispute over the property. The text mentions a signed document and statements by a person named Ar. Ander Bam and SNSE Ey sexta, with reference to a Tope arin shes Bil.
A malformed report says the legislature killed the amended medical bill prepared by the committee on hygiene and public health by a 26 to 0 vote. It notes some members opposed for various reasons including objections to new schools of medicine and language issues.
A wartime resolution praising the Twentieth Army Division arrives after a Manila dispatch. Chief Clark Lobdell cablely conveyed gratitude from the Oregon legislature for the soldiers’ bravery and service. The message notes soldiers facing death with courage, urging continued support as funds were pledged by volunteers.
The senate this forenoon passed three bills. One by Senator Lewelling provides for free employment agencies in first and second class cities under the supervision of the state labor commissioner. Another by Senator Coossun regulates government and business in the state. Titus proposes carrying appropriations for the state soldiers' home at Dates City.
Washington dispatch says Rep Joseph Sibley returns with letters from Democratic leaders aimed at breaking the Pennsylvania senatorial deadlock. The legislature is split Quay Nes 115 Democrats 7 Reformers 5. Reformers push Democrats to join against Quay. Sibley claims leaders endorse a plan to nominate a Democrat if Reformers back a Democrat against Quay. If Reformers reject, Democrats may vote to defeat Quay.
An actress, Miss Netheradtes, is joyed to recover her collie that followed a cabman from Powers Innater after a night away. The dog, once presented by the Princess of Wales, wandered back to the actress after the cabman, rewarded, located the owner. The man then read of the actress’s name and brought the animal home before returning it in the morning.
Charles Baker, a divorced man, eloped with the wife of Jas. Palmer in a covered wagon accompanied by her ten children and her parents. They headed toward Oklahoma, with Palmer stating he does not care for the woman but wishes Baker had left his children. Relatives report no attempt will be made to intercept the party.
In Allentown Pennsylvania on January 2 Dr Daniel F Morkins died from injuries after burglars assaulted him at Huffers Hotel New York City while stealing his gold watch money and trunk. He was a physician on staff at Blackwells Island Hospital. Police suspect burglary motives though no arrest is reported.
Albany February 27 New York life and fire and marine companies show improvement in 1898 versus 1897. New York Life paid 7 247 policies insuring 152 093 369 and premiums 6 054 49. Mutual Life 78 policies insuring 128 730 088 and premiums 6 146 549. Equitable Life 42 030 policies insuring 121 267 516 and premiums 4 000 000. War tax on these giants to exceed 250 000. new policy form touted as liberal and incontestable from issue date based on 3 percent interest.
Turbulent tale centers on Chester Healey, missing for years, and a Kansas chase. Mrs Healey, in Cherryvale, Kansas, pieces together a thread linking a supposed murder, a river disappearance, and a husband who may have faked death to remarry and raise a family. A renewed letter from Frederick Wells prompts verification with Col. Peters and a dramatic hunt in Elkport and beyond.
Three men pressed a residence in North Fork near West Liberty, severely injuring Fritz and Hoory Pape and stealing money from a stable. The brothers reportedly held a large sum in a safe, later described as squandered by a stock sale.
Debilitating casualty list from General Brooke includes names such as Mayanu and McKnight among others killed or dying in trains and campaigns. separate note reports a Detroit man Joseph JeanNereit stabbing himself, with unclear motive, after involvement with a World’s Fair exhibit and Swiss government connections.
President J. W. Moinast of the National Livestock Association, after inspecting Texas cattle, estimates losses from the drought as high as thirty percent. He warns that many herds may perish if conditions persist and urges action to support relief efforts.
In Lawrence on February 27 Judge Mees opened court in the John J. Kunkel murder case. The trial balked by a ruling that adjourns until Monday. Prof. Edward Bariow of Kansas University testified. Attorney Mitchell produced a towel with stains linked to arsenic testing. The judge emphasized a fact question for the court regarding embalming towels and the source of the articles.
The Tradesman’s week ending February 29 highlights diverse new industries across the South and Midwest. Investments include a $100 brewery in West Virginia, canning plants in Tennessee, electric and power facilities in Kentucky and Virginia, several cotton mills in Georgia and Alabama, textile and weaving works, knitting, and loom operations across Tennessee Florida Texas and Louisiana, plus sugar and stave mills and a wire mill in Kentucky and Alabama.
Albany dispatch reports Theodore Roosevelt travels to Washington with Mrs Roosevelt to discuss his presidential prospects with Senator Henry Cabot Lodge and political allies. Platt and Lodge leaders weigh backing, while Lodge hosts a dinner with Vice President Hobart and other prominent figures as talks focus on 1900 nomination strategy.
Berlin informed the United States embassy that Germany will allow American fresh and dried fruit to enter in bond without examination. The decision, based on German expert reports, aims to aid American interests though final checks on pre-clearance import remain unsettled. Officials in Washington have been briefed on the proceeding.
Mrs Mary Stewart widow of a noted Mulvanin county figure celebrated her first birthday and anniversary with a dance on Saturday at 101 Wichita. Her late husband was an Irish sea captain who sparred with his crew off the coast of Ireland years ago.
The report notes residents braved rough weather to vote while attacks claimed Smoky Row influence and Crook Wright was seen at a polling place. the accused attempts to shift focus from the issues failed as the public remained attentive to the stakes and outcomes.
City Attorney nominee Hird expressed gratitude for strong support from voters including a delegation from local shops and lodge friends. He credited the campaign for clean, friendly competition among all four candidates and noted the large turnout by women voters helped his renomination bid.
Utah state news reports the house and senate adopting a resolution to adjourn Saturday at noon sine die amid heavy pending business. A caucus of Populist senators at noon concluded no extension of time beyond March 1. A senatorial ballot shows Sutherland leading with 12 votes, others listed, several absences.
In well informed circles a rumor links Adelia Mauld daughter of Marion Manola to a Speaker Read. Reports say the Miss Mould has met Young Mr Beal several times since arriving in the city and a city marriage service may be arranged.
Montreal reports the first execution of a woman in the Dominion and Province of Quebec will take place Friday March 1 in Ste Ste. Sophie. The condemned, a Mrs Poirier, was found guilty of murdering her husband after a long criminal history and alleged plotting with Sam Parslow. Despite appeals for commutation, public sentiment favors the death sentence. The case recalls a similar electoral debate elsewhere as authorities prepare for the sentence.
IL farmer George G Wilson while digging Saturday uncovered bones along a trench. Skeletal remains of males with crushed and bullet holes suggest Huron victims from 1736 raid on Fort Chartres nearby. Stone hatchets spearheads rings bracelets found near the burials.
Despatches from Manila dated Feb 27 report insurgents near Caloocan anxious to surrender and a possible shift by Aguinaldo toward peace. General Otis did not meet the truce commissioners, while Manila remains quiet aside from occasional gunfire and patrol activity. Insurance firms plan a 0.25 percent per month premium for war risks.
Report from Gen Otis Jones Manila Feb 27 lists deaths since Feb 18 at U S military hospitals in Manila and Washington. Names include Private James S Morris First Tennessee variola. Chaplain John H Thompson First Washington secure Interocollus. Privates Wm F Stanley First Montana malarial fever. Arthur Ramsay First Colorado aprial men Inglis. Robert L Vaneman First Minnesota variola. Henry K Saunders 24th infantry dysentery. Corporel Harry K R Stroud L Piret Washington dysentery. Private James Ganong company D First 4nh0 variola. Jawoh Huth Mth infantry variola. Andrew G Cole Fourteenth Infantry variala. Adolph Agidlus First Idaho dys ertery. Albert Haviland Ket Colorado variala. W H Cooke First Nebraska Inth Private Eli Clampitt Third artillery. John Sorenson First Montana 21st Edward Day First Nebraska 24h John Alley First Nebraska.
Walter L. Holcomb of this city has been appointed stenographer in the office of State Labor Commissioner Lee Johnson. He is an experienced statistician in the capitol and his appointment is expected to be approved by labor organizations.
Kosr, one of the famed hosses in Central Park, dies. The body is taken to the Museum of Natural History to be stuffed and mounted. The animal, named Tope, was born in Chiue and described as a handsome apeinon by officials. About three months earlier, Superintendent Smith found Rose suffering from a spinal condition and the doctor failed to help.
Market report from Chicago describes a troubled session with California drought harms a winter crop and shipping disruptions affecting wheat futures. Early prices showed weakness but recovered later, while notes mention low levels and unsettled conditions impacting the grain complex.
The report outlines winter wheat conditions, shipments, and price shifts with May opening higher before settling. Oats and corn show weakness while hog receipts rise, and Chicago and Duluth markets report varied activity. Bond and foreign exchange mentions appear alongside general trading sentiment and speculative activity in New York and London.
Fragmented OCR text shows rental notices, property sale prompts, and classified requests. Items mention aids for buyer actions, financing terms, and inquiries on various properties with scattered names and locations, reflecting a periodized classifieds page.
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