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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1898
Page
5
An advertising feature extols Munyon's remedies used by railway men and travelers including endorsements from Danie Crane Eanes and others. It claims high cure rates and promotes Munyon’s Istimation Cire as a potent tonic with personalized cures, urging readers to seek remedies from local druggists.
Broadway Tabernacle pulpit committee in New York weighs calling Rev Dr J H Barrows of Chicago to their church. Report likely after January 19 meeting as Barrows nears acceptability to lead a church with a guaranteed salary not less than 200 dollars.
Glassworkers celebrate new factories opening in a town, with 1,207 men employed. Workers began the day melting and shaping glass as cheering crowds and dancing marked the start of production, though some families stayed away to safeguard homes under the glow of the new industry.
Real estate transfers show numerous parcels in Topeka area, including 367 Green Street J Cnas addition, 10th Avenue plots, and multiple tracts in Rideway and Throop additions. Names include Part, Greer, Graham, Bunt, Hunt, Bates, Van Fleet, Kepley, Goddard, Eisenoff, Rowman and Bowman. Several parcels list monetary values from 50 to 190 dollars and various tract designations. Also includes a testimonial for Chamberlains Pain Balm used for a sprained ankle.
Topeka wheelmen meet to form a new organization The Topeka Wheelmen aim to promote racing and unity after factional wrangles They plan a three lap track south of Garfield Park with band control for three years funding via shares or subscriptions The next meeting will discuss details and elect officers including J Basserson and M Macon as secretary and chairman respectively
In Galveston Texas grain cars and ships crowd the wharves with about 40 cars on the docks and 100 more in yards. Elevators A and B are full as 70 steamers sat idle while nine remain in port. 30,000 bushels of vessels are expected by next Monday. Bad weather delays arrivals and May worsen the pressure. two elevators report capacity and movement remains brisk despite congestion.
The Supreme Court reversed a Shawnee district ruling in the Calvin Hayes case, a commission merchant convicted of libel. it held the indictment insufficient to show a demand for settlement or refusal. Hayes, who has been in fall since September, will be released pending.
A garbled note reports Nansen appearance planned for January 27 with a Redpath Sterling Bureau agent in town to assess the event. Mentions Gartion and Mireau records, with ticket prices listed, amid scattered regional crime brief and a Grain-O promotion.
Congressmen Hepburn argues civil service is not understood and opposes merit system reforms. Bix, Cortina advocate radical changes claiming department heads appoint subordinates and removal rights, tenure limits. Hepburn defends qualifications and cautions reformers mislead public.
Palmer Cox, famed for bringing Santa Claus to life in Stronger America lore, made his first Topeka visit today. Described as six feet two, his age appears unclear. He notes remaining single and his Canadian birth with a distinctive accent.
In Minneapolis Jane Miss Julia Ging twin sister of Catharine Ging sues Travelers Accident Insurance to recover an accident policy payout on Catharine’s death. Judge McGee ruled the murder could be treated as an accident and the suit failed.
William Jennings Bryan arrives in Chicago with Senator Stewart of Nevada and is met by Democratic leaders. A W J Bryan league banquet will be at Tremont house tonight honoring Andrew Jackson’s memory with Bryan as principal speaker. Weather outlook promises fair conditions with a cold snap possible. minimum temperature recorded at 0 degrees.
Lorraine fancy is rising in popularity beyond gowns to small articles like sachets notebooks cushions and even table linens. A Chicago dressmaker showcases a white satin skirt with Lorraine embroidery along seams complemented by spangles and sequins. Careful technique forms petals and leaves with ribbon threaded through fabric, with French knots as centers and raised flowers created by gathering ribbon.
A news note describes new gloves with heavy cream lace at the white line, light shades, and embroidered backs in cream and glove tint. It mentions Miss Allie Hughes of Norfolk Virginia who suffered facial burns from a petty accident, with DeWitt’s Witch Hazel applied for relief.
The New York Dun and Co Weekly Review of Trade reports 1897 as the best year since 1802, with wheat prices down and exports up. It notes large Atlantic shipments, strong wool and cotton mills, and rising iron activity including bridges and vessel orders. Bank failures fall from prior years, with improving business confidence and reduced liabilities.
Baier T. J. Anderann requested the county board reserve fair grounds for the Committee of Fifteen’s use during the last week of September. The board said grounds would be reserved regardless of lessee, with Pankey seeking renewal of his current lease. The State Journal notes various local items and notices.
Governor Leedy forms a central and district committees to collect funds clothing and medicines for Cuban relief. Appointees include State Treasurer Heflebower and others from Galena Emporia Concordia Mankato Wichita and Topeka district men tasked to report to a central committee in Topeka. The call follows a telegram from Stephen A. Barton urging immediate action for Cuba's starving people.
The Commercial club committee reports about half of the $700 needed for the National Creamery and Buttermakers’ convention in Topeka has been guaranteed. Over $200 was pledged by C S Downing and R S Brigham, bringing total near $350. The committee plans to contract for the Hamilton building as space is reserved.
Advertisement claims a single day cure for colds using Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. It promises a money back refund if it fails and asserts each tablet bears a genuine mark. The copy targets druggists and general consumers with a bold guarantee.
Judge Guthrie plans a secure and branch office at College Hill. Miss P Bt of Sompita San Francisco visits the city. Mr and Mrs Geo W Tincher announce a daughter born yesterday. The Topeka bridge impresses visitors as a major sight. Dr Countermine to speak on The Gift and its Return at First Presbyterian Church. A plaster bracket in the north court room fell, unsecured. State Temperance Union seeks large attendance at next month’s hate meeting. Rev A S Embree lecture at First Methodist rescheduled to next Tuesday on A Vacation in Europe. Bishop Vincent to preach at Oakland M E Church with 10:15 am cars running to service. Dr A D Palmer of Chicago leads Evangelist meetings at American Volunteers Hall Est Seventh. Transfer Agent Frank recounts a black eye incident after a Chase visit. Edne Whites, Topeka curhil? host, and vaudeville troupe poised for Crawford theater. Grasford’s manager hints at community event next Saturday. Mine White involvement noted in emmy contents and plans for talks. Topeka barbers unionizes charging cash or ticket payments, altering credit practices for the year.
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