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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1898
Page
8
Washington reports the monthly public debt at December 1, 1897 stood at 989,111,567 dollars, a 10,014,599 dollar drop as cash in the treasury rose slightly. The balance details show interest bearing and other debt categories, with cash classifications and outstanding notes affecting the final figures.
The steamship La Bretagne from Heyre brings 200000 dollars in gold consigned to Mueller Schall & Co. of New York. A similar consignment is in transit. The Kaiserin Wilhelm Der Grosse sails for Europe with 460000 ounces of silver aboard.
J D Duckworth once a wealthy Fort Scott resident now living in Kansas City appeared at Erwin Grant horses and mules market, contracted for many animals, and was later found not in his right mind. He previously bought rock for cash and gave a check on a Kansas City bank that was protested, exposing his tales of wealth and Missouri farms as false.
Cah, January 4 The Winlock comet was rediscovered at Lick Observatory by D. Perrine on January 2 at 2 05 42 Greenwich time. Its right ascension was 5h 10m 24.100s and its past south declination stood about 3 degrees. The position matched the predicted location within a few minutes of time and arc.
New York Jan 4 Madame Marcella Sembrich will sail for Europe and return next season for a concert tour of 20 performances in which she will receive 1800 pounds for each appearance. The star aims to perform across major European venues before resuming U.S. engagements.
A. A. Rodgers and J. F. Cecil were named treasury examiners for the current quarter. County commissioners ordered the release of Mrs. Mary McCarty and Sylvia Anderson from the county jail in installments for fines and costs. County Superintendent Stout visited 100 schools this winter. The Topeka post office has adopted the clearing house system for money orders, now used by major cities to credit accounts instantly. Prosperity adage and De Witt's Little Early Risers pills promote health information. G. W. Stansfield, 2 Kansas Avenue.
Chicago report notes rising wit and jests around the Corbett Fitzsimmons feud as posters mock bouts. Corrigan and others debate claims while bills show exaggerated defeats and false "knockout" claims, fueling public laughter and press agent mischief.
A Topeka group backs a new three lap bicycle track to be placed on the vacant field south of Garfield park. Engineers estimate a $900 cost with ten foot banking on turns and 40 foot wide stretches. A Friday meeting at 7 30 in the TA rooms will push the measure forward.
New York January 4 President Soden of the Boston club received by express a cane carved by an Animora prison convict in Iowa. The maple shaft bears portraits of 13 1897 champions with crossed bats and a league ball motif. The top features agate and mother of pearl, with Pennant Wingers of 1897 engraved. The carver expected soon to finish his term and asked for encouragement. Soden replied with a check and advice.
Henry J. Becker of Hesperia dies in Lansing at 27 from ailments linked to intense athletic training. The agricultural college senior was regarded as the institution’s best athlete, sustaining a wrestling injury last year but returning to sports with dedication. The report notes Becker’s strong physical stature and mentions his continued athletic pursuits despite prior injury.
About 1 000 grocers are expected to be invited to Topeka during the week of the National Creamery of Butter Makers convention. The Kansas Retail Grocery association, with 3 66 members, may hold its annual meeting here to align with railroad-rate favorable terms. Thomas Hanley says a call for the meeting could come within ten days, with a likely decision soon.
The Trojan editor of a Berlin satirical weekly is to be prosecuted for lese majeste after publishing a cartoon depicting an atheist and pagan warrior crew receiving Emperor William's ship during the November 18 recruit swearing in. The issue was confiscated on November 27, with the prosecution now ordered.
Mayor Van Wyck declares the city’s finances show a net funded debt of 27 400 and real estate valuation of 19 000 099. He warns against bond issues without a larger margin between real estate value and bonded debt and urges strict public accountability in duties.
The Raines law remains strictly enforced under Mayor Van Wyck as police ensure compliance across venues from cheap east side alehouses to upscale cafes. Officers report no leniency and confirm continued duty on all beverage sales amid the city’s law regime.
St Paul reports Hon Tenatius Donnelly a noted Populist leader and Shakespearean Bacchalen author will wed Miss Marian Hansen within six weeks. Donnelly, aged 66, and Hansen, 20, have connections through his newspaper office where she works as stenographer.
Washington January 4 Will iam R Morrison former chairman of the Interstate Commerce Commission is admitted to the practice of law in the U S Supreme Court his term having expired Also in Atchison January 4 thirty five grocers sign an agreement not to entertain any gift schemes or trade attractions after January 15 This pact excludes trading stamps watch gifts and similar promotions
Columbus reports denials of any Hanna Brice coalition for a gold Democrat senate. Hanna leads in organization but lacks sufficient votes on joint ballot. Dayton dispatch notes Dr J E Lowes as a short term candidate and hints MecKisson may withdraw. Cincinnati reports Dayton delegation boycotting Bushnell inauguration over governor’s stance.
Hamburg January 4 Prince Bismarck's feet were tapped today by Dr Freese of this city. A Berlin correspondent notes unfavorable reports from Friedrichsruh but says recent rumors are exaggerated. Dr Schweninger believes the gout is taking its normal course and will pass, while advisers try to prevent any negative news reaching His Majesty.
New York appellate division awards General Averill nearly 700000 against Barber and associates in Barber Asphalt Pav ing case profits. Officials foresee his share rising to millions once final accounts are settled amid a long, ongoing legal fight dating to 1883. Also notes Miss Alice Hughes of Norfolk burned. DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve cited for relief.
An advertisement claims diet shapes mind and body, urging use of Postum Coffee Cereal. It quotes Dr Bennett F Davenport endorsing the cereal as a healthful energy source with detailedfood component breakdowns and assurances of its non-coffee properties.
Ex police captain Pete N Gish was arrested by Officer Hafedi for selling intoxicating liquor after depositing 100 to operate a beer joint behind a barber shop on Kansas avenue between Fifth and Sixth streets. The cash was forfeited in police court and the business had long operated at various locations.
In Hopkins' theater James Cadvin, 14, leaned over a balcony railing and plunged into the parquette. He escaped serious injury with only a gash on the head, was taken to the hospital and to recover.
Police Inspector Schaack offers 200 for Mrs. Luetgert alive or dead, seeking a quick outcome to reports of her whereabouts. Attorney Harmon says funds restricts producing her. In California, A G McAuliffe tours exhibitors for the Pacific Exposition, seeking wine fruit and packers displays and miner’s exhibit interest.
Relief in six hours from distressing kidney and bladder disease with the New Great South American Kidney Cure. The remedy promises prompt relief for bladder and urinary pain, back pain, and water retention in both sexes. Sold by Geo W Stansted and Sim Drug Company in Topeka Kansas. testimonial notes Beugs Hall Kenewer success.
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