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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1900
Page
4
fragmented 1917 era dispatch mentions military operations in the Pacific and European theaters. references to Brigham, Gould property, and Lake Wood. notes on sanitary board actions, river edge law, and international tensions. discusses responsibility for the war and political blame in broad strokes.
The Minneapolis Journal reports a coming railway management change aiming at nonstop long-haul journeys. Passengers would board in one city and ride through to distant hubs like Boston New York San Francisco or Portland with continuous service, eliminating repeated alighting and reboarding. Details remain undisclosed as work advances across lines and roads.
A humorous, rambling account from the Atchison Globe describes a wedding in Appleton with string orchestra and lavish gifts. The groom’s funds falter, the bride’s father covers eighty dollars, and local chatter mocks the extravagant preparations and long‑standing suitors.
A jumble of satirical refrains on marriage money and social quirks. The prose sketches clash humor with cautionary tone as the author lampoons domestic life and clever peddlers while hinting at the era’s changing attitudes.
A humorousanecdote contrasts wit and aging in men who dodge commitment for comfort yet value a child’s love above all. It notes husbands may betray wives yet claim love, while the plight of a loving wife and child emerges as the true heart of life and sacrifice.
Fragmentary OCR note describing a protest by a citizen about a track project and related actions. It mentions the west part of the city, a road or site, and a sequence of names and places, with unclear details and partial quotes. The readable bits suggest local civic objection and possible involvement of residents.
Panic sweeps Leavenworth as smallpox fears rise amid reports of cases in Onaga and Ottawa street boarding house. City physician orders quarantine and targeted vaccination for all children not fully vaccinated in five years. Officials scramble to verify cases in nearby districts and prevent spread.
Independence January 1 Mr J M Hariey has gone to Providence Rhode Island to purchase more machinery for the cotton mill. The management believes Independence is a leading cotton mill area in the west and will add equipment to boost capacity to meet orders promptly. In the east he will also buy gear for a batting factory to be run with the cotton mill. Later upgrades will include twine and rope making machinery.
The new hospital in Yola is ready for occupancy with Mr. T J Grisham on charges and assigned to oversee. Mrs. Grisham will act as secretary and J W Gray as treasurer. City council appointed Dr. Chastain Hop kina and Fulios to the board of doctors, with other physicians invited to treat patients. The superintendent will convene a meeting to organize staffing and admissions as plans proceed.
Amos Phillips of Bates county Missouri testified that his confession was based on information heard about the case after arrest. He claimed the Meeks brothers were implicated and that he had been seen driving with a witness toward the Rollinger murder scene. Six reputable men placed Phillips in Rugievale Kansas on the day the body was found.
In Hanover on January 1 several vagrants were observed near the St Joe and Grand tracks camped close to the old railway yard. They were reported to have razors and revolvers and acted to avoid trouble by staying alert as authorities moved to quiet the area.
A posse pursued the men who resisted and were taken to Jal. After initial jail time they escaped but were recaptured by a citizen posse and returned to Washington county seat for confinement. Revolvers and a knife were found. one suspect boasted of prior officer confrontations and threatened officials.
In Leavenworth on June 13 a controversy erupts over credit for federal aid. Letters reveal Bailey's supporters claim Curtis dominates Intercata efforts while critics insist the $1,000,000 prison project and new build plans were debated by Justice Department and senators Baker and Bailey.
Coffeyville January 1 J H Jarrett horse trader has sworn warrants for the arrest of William Cox Ed Gordon SO Lane Abel Me B Irwin Arthur Mc Connell and Joe Roberts charging all with violating the prohibitory law A score of witnesses summoned for the first trial set for Friday morning All arrested have given bond.
Mrs. Margaret Bacon seeks $5,000 from Chief of Police Cubbon and Officers Crayford and McMillan for alleged malicious arrest and imprisonment at 121 North Market. Petition filed in district court by Burn & Stanley. cites incident on December 18 and asserts officers forcibly detained and ordered her from the city hall while she was peaceful.
The widow of Frank Watts sues John J. Rickart for 10000 damages in Teasnas City Kansas alleging Rickart's saloon caused her husband to become intoxicated and suffer exposure, leading to his death near Packard Street and Kansas Avenue after being driven from the saloon. The incident occurred February 2, with Watts found the next morning frozen to death.
McPherson on January 15 reduces the long running tug of war between the city and its electric light and water plant. A federal court suit seeks back water and rent compensation while revolvers hint at an offer of 32,200. The outcome hinges on settlement talks and court action.
Wellington Oklahoma Jan 18 The Kansas state board of health will today declare Sumner Cowley and Harper counties under quarantine against Kay county The smallpox epidemic has declared dangerous properties in Ray county with Blackwell as its center and neighboring counties have quarantined The disease has spread for some time but cases are mild described as chickenpox Cuban itch
W A Robinson announces the Atchison Champion will return as a weekly edition with new type. He will edit and own it, asserting independence though leaning Republican in Kansas City Kan. Mrs Sarah Waddell seeks divorce from Bo Waddell in Wyandotte county citing cruelty and alleged jealousy of a pastor. The couple, both Black, are well known in Kansas City Kans.
In the Capitol, Mr. Clark accuses Hepburn of disgrace as the Hepburn letter to Secretary Gage is read. The argument centers on political reform, tariff policy, and Democratic strategy amid uproar over trust and steel production affecting prices.
Washington Jan 1 chairman Taylor of the Roberts committee and Rep LAttefold of Missouri are drafting the majority and minority reports on the Fisherity case. The two reports will be filed together on Saturday and the house is not expected to take up the matter early next week. Debate may last two or three days. Mr Roberts will be heard on the floor before any action is taken, with minority supporters hoping to sworn him in then expel him, while the majority insists on excluding him without sworn testimony.
Chicago reports the P. and G. line will move its general offices to Chicago from Kansas City. The Gulf Railway receiver and Texas officials plan a strict reorganization to align with Texas law, maintaining a Texas branch while securing a new charter. A Texas property overhaul is planned to comply with regulations. The ad mentions a patent medicine claim for “Little Hurry Risers” at drug stores.
New York January 16 Senator Henry G Davis of West Virginia presides over a banquet at his home attended by A J Cassatt of the Pennsylvania system and representatives of major railroads east of the Mississippi. The event signals social backing for a rumored combination of railroad interests. Attending are John K Cowen and Oscar Murray of Baltimore & Ohio Samuel Spencer of the Southern and Chauncey Depew of the New York Central among others.
The Kansas Society of the Sons of the American Revelation met in the state house and elected officers for the ensuing year. George D. Hale as president, Luther M. Nellis secretary, J. D. Norton treasurer, G. J. Kimball registrar, W. E. Connelly historian. Vice presidents include Kinall Burrs Elton Nelson Snyder Kimball Clarke. Board of managers named Wandburn Lovewell Brier Anh ens Lyons Mathews Smith Handy Bowman Stewart Anthem Eldridge. The society plans a year book publication with much information about the organization.
A district court jury found Olver Lynch guilty of stealing wire valued at $100 from the Topeka Railway company. Lynch testified in his own defense, giving several stories, first confessing under promise of leniency, then denying and recanting portions of his statements. The jury rejected his account and returned the verdict of guilty.
Secretary of State for the Colonies Samuel Chamberlain presided at a Birmingham Mason University College gathering. He avoided war topics, stressed civil training, praised recent visits to U S and Canada, and urged Britain to learn from America to remain competitive in commerce.
Councilman Jonn Sauott and James Burgess visited the old starch factory east of town to assess suitability as a pest house. If approved, the building would be fitted as a hospital to treat Cuban chickenpox cases, with capacity for about 100 patients, subject to heating and ventilation checks by the council.
Fragmentary report notes a vessel named Paris was afloat at Milford Haven today after undergoing temporary repairs. The ship had previously been in port for thorough overhaul before being moved to sea to resume service.
A drifting Oklahoma tramp described as T W Griffin from Newton arrived in Topeka with a face outbreak resembling Cuban chickenpox. He rode freight to Newton and Kansas City, halted at Dr Hogeboom’s, then was taken to the detention hospital where health officials issued a quarantine against Oklahoma amid an emalipox epidemic.
President Mitchell presided at the session of the United Mine Workers of America in Indianapolis. The resolution committee reported three proposals, one urging use of political influence against federal courts, another to standardize contract dates, and a radical plan to suspend all union forces if a federal judge imposes a sentence like that given John B. Heese. The committee opposed the radical measure and tabled the initiative resolution. Credentials, tabling decisions, and remarks by D. F. Kennedy and D. L. Deval followed, with adjournment at 2:20 PM.
Manila reports Brigadier General Kopbe appointed governor of Albay province and Catanduanes Island and temporarily in charge of Manila, with command over the hemp region. Gen. Robbe lands at Cavite with troops as Bates Wheaton and Schwan occupy key towns. Insurgents retreat, guns hidden. McArthur forces pursue small bands and seize arms.
Report of a disrupted Williams and Walker show at Crawford theater with manager Sam uel Li Tuck apologizing for speaking harshly about the orchestra. He claims miscommunication and aims to explain his actions. The piece notes absence of leader De Watson and criticizes the manager’s conduct while defending the musicians.
In Annapolis on January 1 the Maryland House of Delegates, overwhelmingly Democratic, refused to adopt a resolution inviting a speaker endorsing free coinage. The body rejected the proposal to address the guest and acknowledge the advocate’s stance.
P Bracken and wife transfer to HL Heald for 1000 dollars. Lots S56 88 9 94 and 96 Penns yvate avenue Highland Park. Lyman H Morey and wife transfer to Irm M Orner lots 257 289 901 Chester ay ear J W Morris addition. John Achilven and wife to FP F Or mas 1000 dollars lots HM 10th avenue Continental Butaba Laan Asse ciation to Gee M Anerson 1 for 35 Recest avenueJohn Norton's subdivision
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