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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1899
Page
4
A sweep of notes covers political chatter in New York and Kansas, urban infrastructure in Melbourne and St Louis, debates on public works by socialist leaders, and reflections on government, education, and charity. It notes voter sentiment, governors' stances, and social commentary from diverse locales.
The Washington Post reports efforts to urge an extraordinary session of Congress to enact currency reform. It argues the US faces an extraordinary financial moment, with prosperity in businesses, manufacturing returning, and improved outlooks, yet contends no currency legislation is needed now. A Lancaster Literary Society note ends with a claim that compliments ruin.
A collage of quips on wealth, work, and wit. Notable lines reference the rich vs poor, industry, and public figures. Includes brief sketches of Thomas Batley Aldrich, Alexander Graham Bell, General Merritt, and Senators Chandler and Tillman, with jokes on publishers and Christmas spending.
Omaha reports the Northwestern’s race from Chicago to Omaha shattered speed marks. The trip ousted New York Central’s 32 second mile at 112.5 mph and the Arm siding mile at 130 mph. Poor stopwatch timing and no engine speed indicator left some times unofficial.
At Bossington Depot a Tuesday night dispute led conductor Tom Steele to threaten dispatchers and discharge a revolver into the air. He clashed with Chief Dispatcher Renick, was ejected by officers, then fired shots in the depot and nearby rooms before walking to Council Grove. No injuries reported.
An old railroad man recalls 1830s rail history noting the Baltimore & Ohio line, early steam use, and the evolution of locomotives. He credits Peter Cooper with enabling curves on the Hattimore & Ohio, and mentions the South Carolina railroad adopting locomotive traction over 160 miles.
An advertisement touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a cure for ulcers and impure blood. A Kansas resident, Maur A. Walli Man of Winfield, Kansas, credits two to four bottles with healing sores and improved sleep, urging others to buy from druggists.
A primitive railway running between Albany and Schenectady in 1811 used ordinary carriages and wagon bodies on car wheels. Other short lines existed but carried limited traffic, while telegraph office staffing reduced at year start.
California Senator Perkins asks the Senate for guidance on territorial expansion and how to vote on amending the treaty clause that pays 20 million for relinquishing sovereignty over the Philippines. He argues the U.S. needs only a military and naval presence, questions acquisition as constitutional, cites costs, development limits, and impact on American labor and industry. The communication was ordered printed.
The monthly treasury statement shows the public debt at year end closing at 1,420,040,981 with an increase of 1,702,799 for the month due to 3 percent bonds issued. Cash in treasury totals 990,426, leaving net cost balance 204,714,695 amid outstanding demand liabilities.
Grand Duke Svet Sladimirovitch of Russia visits New York for his sister's wedding. An Orthodox service at the Russian church greets him with a decorated little church and a reception at the Waldorf Astoria. He predicts possible trouble with natives in the Philippines and hopes for peace in Asia.
December receipts reached 41 404 7 dollars with rail and customs impacts noted. The six months since July 1 show a large surplus versus prior year, driven by Pacific rail revenue and customs increases. Disbursements for December totaled 41 64 07, slightly above receipts.
Fragmentary obituary and historical notes describe George Escol Sellers of Tennessee born in Philadelphia and involved in early railroad surveys in Georgia and Tennessee. Mentioned are kinship links to Marks Twain era and a Philadelphia engineer relative. scattered references to a Brice estate administration in New York.
Hutchinson January reports J. P. Aelmore, famed for notoriety, found half a dozen sticks of dynamite with fuse and caps in his belongings after moving his stove from a barn stored at his vacant north Hutchinson home. He sought police protection. officials confiscated the explosives and promised investigation. Aelmore cites threats from townspeople amid lawsuits including a breach of promise action and a physician's suit placing him in an awkward position.
Jay Simpson, a traveling soap faker, and Mrs. Spence, wife of a local candy merchant, eloped and fled to Moline Mondixy before being captured at Eureka. They were taken to Eureka where authorities secured arrest papers. The couple had presented themselves as husband and wife.
Galena, Jan. 4. Bert Meeks, who two months ago shot and killed Ivan Headly after alleging an affair with his wife, died that night from a morphine overdose. Rumor spread that the wife and others were involved, but the investigation showed no such plot and the death is now believed to be suicide to evade arrest.
Leavenworth reports December internal revenue through the office shows a decline from November with total collections at 70,992.87 dollars. The drop is mainly in view margarine and documentary stamp taxes. For the year, total collections reached 925,837 dollars, while Atchison notes a batch of 2,900 dollars in 7 percent bonds arrived at Exchange National Bank and were ordered protested if unpaid.
City plans to replace $192,000 in seven percent bonds with four percent bonds. Some bonds are tied up in estates or courts, delaying acceptance. Exchange National Bank and several local holders have already swapped old bonds for new. Mayor Donald to decide on initiation, likely this week, with more exchanges expected.
Local reports say the Grand Chapter will meet February 13 and 14 at the Masonic temple. The Grand Council will assemble February 15 and the Grand Lodge will meet February 16 and 17 at Chickering Hall. F H Mills elected chairman and 8 C Garrett secretary lead the organizing committees.
Manhattan news reports the Kansas state agricultural college will dedicate its domestic science hall on Friday January 6 with a banquet and speeches for invited Kansans and state officers. The item notes a banquet and toasts as features of the evening.
A fatal accident occurred at Pacific yards last night at six o'clock. Ren Patterson, aged 70, was severely injured when his legs were severed by ice. He was taken from the scene but cannot recover. Deputy officials report the case as a tragic misfortune with no immediate witnesses.
Philadelphia January 4 review of a new La Boheme production at the Academy of Music. The performance featured a standout cantatrice and strong cast with rich orchestral color, exquisite arias, and memorable ensemble numbers. The reviewer praises the depth of emotion and vocal clarity, noting strong characterization and stage presence across the principal roles.
A Topeka notice urges mothers to recognize kidney problems in children who wet beds nightly. It explains that weak kidneys or inflamed bladders cause accidents and that calm forethought avoids whipping. It promotes Morrow's Kid-ne-olds yellow tablets as a safe remedy, citing a local mother’s testimonial.
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