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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1898
Page
4
Daily edition mailed by carrier one dollar weekly in any town or suburbs. Address inquiries to Topeka Kansas, Fournt Building, corner of Eighth. Phone 7. New York address 223 Potter Building. American Newspaper Publishers Section. Open to advertisers and readers.
The piece argues selfishness governs sectional banking alism and laments bankers profits with deposits as government taxes. It questions monetary policy, interest, and the need to shift risk to the public while considering South Atlantic views and Senator Walcott's New England stance.
Anagam of civic debate condemns wine producers for not reforming bottling practices while a public sentiment favors restraint. A political note says Carter Harrison seeks the governorship by courting outside support as Chicago reports a weekly death rate near thirteen per thousand amid health concerns.
A Topeka incident inflames residents as a citizen named Louie Charankis clings to a peanut whistle, despite mayoral appeals to stop the nuisance. The piece lampoons rights rhetoric, noting 25 000 residents and ongoing complaints about the shrill device and its impact on daily life and public decorum.
The article describes HL Lindsey airing grievances, tossing a glove at Topeka police and Joint Keepers, tracing back to George Wolff the horseman. It notes Lindsey's marriage to HOC Lindsey, politics, and a return to a prior home, portraying her as determined and critical of male authority.
Local merchants urge extending morning and evening service on the Leavenworth Topeka and Shatteyesterm railroad to Topeka to boost business. Editorials from Ozarkalooza papers show statewide demand for the change, echoed by Alma Enterprise and Manhattan area voices. Commercial club backs push as a common improvement sought by many.
The New York Sun reports Gov John W Leedy of Kansas promotes a mile irrigation canal from Milk River Montana to Hed River Texas. He says funding will come from rich taxes and wealth measures, insisting the project is affordable and will ease the cost to Montanges Verdinaage. The piece questions practicality and financing choices for the plan.
A New York minister defused a corrupt check from Tammany Hall by returning funds to a Methodist preacher paying a debt. Townspeople sent fourteen dollars by marshal, praising spiritual generosity over worldly greed, while others blamed New England Yankee money culture.
Fragmentary text notes a mix of skeptical head, reform sections, and a pastor described as an angel seldom seen. Mentions Be and Utilise with unclear meaning, includes odd spellings and stray phrases. Overall reads as a poetic or satirical fragment with religious imagery and irregular punctuation.
Executive committee altered the Kansas musical jubilee schedule shifting events from May to June. About $2000 in prizes will be offered. Prof Frederick W Root of Chicago will oversee vocal contests and Prof Aven Spencer of Chicago will head the instrumental department.
John Hur, a Naron township farmer, found a prized hog throat-cut outside his pen. He began butchering it, but the thieves stole the pork while the carcass hung. The incident occurred at dawn, leaving the yard in shock and loss.
Olathe on June 1 hosted the Cocklebura club ball for the young society men. Grange hall and adjoining rooms were festively decorated for a refined reception. Patronesses included Mrs. John P. St. John Mrs. Fratt Gee Mrs. J. Bruner Mrs. Th. Kean and Mrs. TL W. Divelbnes. Guests escorted to McIntyre’s dining room for a seated supper.
Maryley, daughter of a farmer eight miles northwest of town, weighed 269 pounds and stood 5 feet 9 inches tall. Born August 1, 1949, she is described as the largest child of her age in the world, with rapid growth and strong health.
Port Scott reports that BD Harman, arrested in Springfield and jailed here, spoke with 17 year old abductee Kile Bunn. A letter from Dr Harman included a photo of her husband. The suspect wore the same hat and coat as in the photo. Harman is described as father of eight, with a 20 year old son and a 15 year old daughter, and previously on the Armourdale police force.
Fire swept through Alex Burton's drug store roof and spread to the Sheldon stores of J C Michaels in Scranton. Most stock at Cur Lon and Michaels saved though Michaels suffered about 3600 in losses. Buildings had no insurance. Burton building valued at 1000 and Sheldon at 500. A George Chap See a stable burned for 50 in losses.
People's Bank of Pratt reports to the state bank commissioner that by December 4 its deposits total 96 211.90 in demand funds and 8 711.08 in time deposits, a grand total of 395 022.05 equal to 16 per capita for every resident. The article notes public money in the bank's vault and pensions for Kansans, with references to Leavenworth and a national military medical context.
The Leavenworth residence of Attorney W. C. Hook was robbed around two o clock yesterday morning. Entry was gained through a ground floor window while a colored man attended the furnace. Jewelry valued at the Hook family was taken and several checks including ones for 21000 and 50 were stolen along with change and other small items.
Olathe Kansas January 1 Directors offer sale of fair buildings and decide to disband the Johnson County Fair Association due to lack of patronage. Foundations at the water works have been laid and walls will rise once betters are positioned.
New York Pie Baking Company unveils a ten foot diameter mince pie at Corlews Hook plant. President William Thompson supervises a playful New Year stunt featuring a fronted race track, sugar horses, and a two horse parade. Dolandy racehorse owner Johnny Merhun reportedly benefited from the event, with Thompson winning several thousand dollars on the season's Dolando.
Detroit January 1 an early 20th century report states Dr Walker may remove a man stomach in a final effort to treat a stomach cancer. If the growth extends beyond the stomach the organ could be fully removed. The operation is described as saving yet deadly. Two dogs have been tested with one surviving. The doctor notes a Murphy button and silk sewing in experiments.
Jan 1 report from Washington states Eugene A Hari, hotel owner in New York and elsewhere, plans a new big hotel in Washington with Sam Bor n proprietor of Cham Cham berlain s to manage. The building would resemble the Waldorf with about 270 rooms, ground and structures costing a substantial outlay. Also notes DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve curing eczema and local ads for sewing and steam line services.
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